Transformations

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<h2 id="welcome-to-the-season-of-transformation">Welcome to the season of transformation!</h2><p>As the buds of spring begin to bloom, so too can your potential for change and self-improvement. Sesh is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2024 Spring Challenge — an 8-week journey designed to push your boundaries, ignite your motivation, and help you blossom into the best version of yourself.</p><p>This challenge will push you beyond your comfort zone physically and mentally, helping you bloom into your happiest, healthiest, strongest, best self by summer.</p><h2 id="embrace-the-challenge-of-blooming">Embrace the Challenge of Blooming</h2><p>Your comfort zone may feel safe, but true growth lies beyond its boundaries. This spring, we invite you to join us on a journey of physical and mental transformation along with thousands of other women. Crafted by Sesh Coach Amanda — a seasoned expert in personal training and exercise science — this challenge is meticulously designed to challenge you, inspire you, and lead you to unprecedented results.</p><p>Coach Amanda&#x27;s expertise, coupled with her deep understanding of the Sesh community, ensures that this program is tailored to your exact needs and aspirations. By committing to the challenge, you&#x27;ll not only push yourself to new physique goals but you’ll also join a community of like-minded individuals striving for excellence in their lives.</p><p>The Spring Challenge is an 8-week full-body workout program, consisting of five intense strength training days and three cardio sessions each week. Whether you prefer the gym or your living room, this challenge accommodates both, offering gym-based and at-home versions of the program at one price.</p><h3 id="what-makes-the-2024-spring-challenge-unique">What Makes the 2024 Spring Challenge Unique?</h3><p><strong>Holistic Approach</strong>: This 8-week full-body workout program is meticulously crafted to help you achieve your goals through a blend of intense strength training, cardio sessions, and macro-tracking guidance.</p><p><strong>Workout Whenever, Wherever:</strong> Whether you prefer the gym or the comfort of your home, the challenge offers versatile programming to accommodate your lifestyle. All for one price.</p><p><strong>Expert Guidance</strong>: With a roster of dedicated female coaches, including Amanda herself, you&#x27;ll receive personalized support and guidance every step of the way. Our coaches are here to empower you, motivate you, and celebrate your victories, no matter how big or small.</p><p><strong>Comprehensive Resources</strong>: The 2024 Spring Challenge isn&#x27;t just a workout program—it&#x27;s a 360-degree wellness experience. Gain access to an extensive workout video library, a supportive community, an exclusive challenge t-shirt, and our official Handbook and Nutrition Guide, designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools for long-term success.</p><h3 id="the-power-of-choice-and-commitment">The Power of Choice and Commitment</h3><p>Joining the 2024 Spring Challenge isn&#x27;t just about completing 8 weeks of workouts — it&#x27;s about embracing a lifestyle of growth and self-improvement. Coach Amanda&#x27;s message resonates deeply: commit to the process, trust the journey, and cultivate healthy, lasting habits that will propel you toward your fitness goals and beyond.</p><h3 id="transformative-programming-details">Transformative Programming Details</h3><p><strong>Training Style</strong>: Hypertrophy training with a focus on building strength in primary compound lifts. This strategic approach promotes muscle development, fat loss, and overall athleticism, ensuring that you see significant progress in a short amount of time.</p><p><strong>Training Split</strong>: With a consistent 3 lower / 2 upper split throughout the challenge, you&#x27;ll engage key muscle groups and push yourself to new limits. The emphasis on compound lifts ensures that you challenge yourself and see tangible results.</p><h3 id="1-better-each-day">1% Better Each Day</h3><p>As you embark on this transformative journey, know that your efforts will not go unnoticed. Our proprietary check-in experience allows you to track your progress, celebrate your victories, and stay motivated every step of the way. At Sesh all we care about is doing better than we did yesterday. That’s it! You’ll be shocked at how easily progress happens when that’s all you focus on.</p><h3 id="pricing-and-discounts">Pricing and Discounts</h3><p>Choose between the Coached and Uncoached options, priced at $200 and $100 respectively. Plus, enjoy a 15% discount for consecutive challengers, making your fitness journey even more accessible.</p><h3 id="prizes-and-incentives">Prizes and Incentives</h3><p>The Spring Challenge isn&#x27;t just about personal growth; it&#x27;s about celebrating your achievements. With valuable prizes up for grabs, including cash rewards and exclusive merchandise, the challenge transforms your fitness journey into a rewarding experience.</p><h3 id="join-the-movement-today">Join the Movement Today</h3><p>Are you ready to bloom this spring? Embrace the challenge, seize the opportunity, and unlock your full potential with the 2024 Sesh Spring Challenge.</p><p>With options for both Coached and Uncoached participation, pricing that fits your budget, and discounts for consecutive challengers, there&#x27;s never been a better time to invest in yourself and your well-being.</p><h3 id="lets-bloom-together">Let’s bloom together!</h3><p>As the season of renewal unfolds, let this challenge be your catalyst for growth, transformation, and self-discovery. Trust in the process, lean into the challenge, and witness the incredible changes that await you.</p><p>Together, let&#x27;s grow, let&#x27;s bloom, and let&#x27;s thrive this spring and beyond.</p><p>Learn more about the 2024 Sesh Spring Challenge here. Or, simply download the app to get started!</p>

Are you ready to bloom this spring?

<h3 id="dont-trust-everything-you-read-on-the-internet-yeah-us-either">DON’T TRUST EVERYTHING YOU READ ON THE INTERNET? YEAH, US EITHER.</h3><p>That’s why we wanted to provide you with a round-up of just a small fraction of the transformations we’ve helped create over the years. Read on to see how Sesh has influenced and changed the bodies and minds of countless women.</p><h5 id="lets-start-with-brooke-l">LET’S START WITH BROOKE L.</h5><p>Brooke won the Sesh Rapid Fire Challenge and showed us all that even a troubling medical diagnosis does not have to stop you from achieving your goals.</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/4506aa1c-0942-42ec-87c4-20dee8ca815d/blog_transformations_brooke.png"/></figure><p>Brooke is a perfect example of how sticking to the program (even when you feel like you&#x27;re stalling) is <strong>the best thing to do. She trusted our Sesh Coaches and followed our programming and the results s</strong>imply speak for themselves. She&#x27;s continued her journey with us even after this challenge and has continued to see great results!</p><p>“I have multiple sclerosis and had recently gained a bunch of weight after a reaction to my last treatment. I felt defeated, discouraged, and a bit lost as to how I would get back to ME. So, I signed up for this challenge and worked with a coach. She was amazing! I hit this 14-day plateau and she was right there to reassure me that I was doing the right thing and told me to trust the process. I gave this challenge 100% and it gave me my life back.”</p><p><strong>What can we learn from Brooke?</strong></p><ul><li>Stick with the programming, even when you feel like it isn’t working</li><li>Don’t let something out of your control, like a medical diagnosis, completely rule your life</li><li>Plateaus are fine, and the changes <em>will</em> come if you stay the course</li><li>Not only do challenges change your body, they’ll change your mind, too</li></ul><h5 id="we-help-women-build-muscle-too">WE HELP WOMEN BUILD MUSCLE, TOO.</h5><p>We’re not just here for the fat loss side of women’s health and wellness. We also want to empower you to fully embrace being STRONG in all ways - body and mind. Take it from Taylor O., a runner-up in our Sesh Celebr8 Challenge. Her goal was to find discipline again and start focusing on nutrition in a real way.</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/42ba431d-10fb-4c42-99a8-08bf5928a1f3/SESH%20BLOG%20IMAGES%20(SQUARE%20IN%20LINE).png"/></figure><p>By working with Coach Bianca and pushing herself, she was able to achieve an incredible body recomposition result. Her consistency and commitment to following Sesh’s direction is what put her in a position to truly change her body makeup.</p><p>“My goal was to show myself how disciplined I could be. Recently, I just felt like I plateaued and wasn&#x27;t seeing the progress I knew I could achieve. Life had gotten busy and my health and fitness had taken a place on the back burner. I worked with Coach Bia<strong>nca to get to that nex</strong>t level of fitness I was striving for, and have sustained it!”</p><p><strong>What can we learn from Taylor?</strong></p><ul><li>Health and wellness is about so much more than losing fat</li><li>Feeling strong and changing your body composition is incredibly powerful and brings so much confidence in all areas of your life</li><li>Focusing on nutrition is key in tandem with a Sesh program</li><li>Sustaining your results is just as important as getting them in the first place (that’s why we continually preach sustainable diets and programs)</li></ul><h5 id="scale-change-isnt-everything">SCALE CHANGE ISN&#x27;T EVERYTHING.</h5><p>In fact, it’s a pretty terrible way to measure your progress. Below we’ve highlighted 4 women who had minimal weight changes/scale changes… but the results speak for themselves.</p><p>At Sesh, you’ll get sick of hearing about Non-Scale Victories (NSV’s) but you truly cannot understand how not important the scale is until you get into one of our programs and stick with it. We’ll encourage you to take weekly pictures and measurements and can guarantee you’ll have more success if you don’t tie your mental attitude to the scale.</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/d584ef85-1513-481e-bb78-45ca1f9c2c5e/6_600x600.webp"/></figure><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/8e962384-f290-497d-ba8d-47124d23c0f5/5_600x600.webp"/></figure><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/696440cb-91e3-4cc6-b908-d00048922993/7_600x600.webp"/></figure><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/0c990edd-3077-410f-9916-105c97fbc748/8_600x600.webp"/></figure><p><strong>So, we&amp;#x</strong>2019;ll ask you, what matters more? The number on the scale, or the results in actual appearance these ladies achieved?</p><h5 id="whats-better-than-scale-change-and-body-change-combined-your-mental-health-changes">WHAT’S BETTER THAN SCALE CHANGE, AND BODY CHANGE COMBINED? YOUR MENTAL HEALTH CHANGES.</h5><p>Seriously. It’s what we take the most pride in at Sesh. Women come to us all the time sick, tired, exhausted, guilt-ridden, ashamed, and desperate for change. What we offer is a complete mindset shift on top of the physical changes. We firmly believe that without the mental change, any physical change you see will not be sustained.</p><p>For example, take it from Monica V., our second-place winner from Sesh One Hour Closer. She was stuck in a complete rut and knew that her physical changes would not come without major mental changes too. <strong>That’s why she came to Sesh, and even without a coach, she was able to comple</strong>tely transform her mind and body.</p><p>“My goal was to leave behind bad habits and insecurities. My body had been begging me for a change because it was at the limit. I felt sick and I needed something that would drive and guide me day by day. I found exactly what I needed: Sesh. Today, I am so happy with everything I have achieved. I can say that in these two months, I have achieved much more than I thought I would be capable of…I love this new version of me.”</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/8fc1790c-c516-481f-aa42-7179e9c14911/blog_transformation_monica.png"/></figure><p><strong>What can we learn from Monica?</strong></p><ul><li>Mental health change is just as important as physical change</li><li>You don’t need to work with a coach to see massive results – if you’re ready to follow Sesh programming and education, you will achieve the change you’re looking for</li></ul><h5 id="okay-we-could-highlight-thousands-more-but-lets-end-with-our-girl-asia">OKAY, WE COULD HIGHLIGHT THOUSANDS MORE, BUT LET’S END WITH OUR GIRL ASIA.</h5><p>By completing 6 Sesh challenges and losing over 40 lbs along the way, Asia has completely transformed her body, mindset, and lifestyle with us. Her journey has inspired us so much that we know it will spark something in you too.</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/ceeb8e0e-1ea7-4a4c-9841-2a07bf52ad8c/SESH%20BLOG%20IMAGES%20(SQUARE%20IN%20LINE)%20(4).png"/></figure><p>When Asia realized she wanted to make a change, she knew she wanted to <strong>choose a plan that would help her transform her lifestyle, not just provide a quick fix.</strong> Asia had tried multiple programs before Sesh that were cardio-focused and demanded a major calorie deficit to see results that were difficult to sustain. She was determined to find something that worked while allowing her to create a lifestyle that she enjoyed.</p><p>“My initial objective was simple: create sustainable habits that would last past the 8-week challenge. With that in mind, my goals were to complete every workout and track my macros. At the end of the challenge I had accomplished both of these goals and my progress pictures and measurements reflected how well I stuck to them. I’m proud to say that once I started, I never stopped. I have now been using Sesh for over 2 years now and I’m so happy I took the plunge and joined the Sesh Fam!”</p><p>“My favorite things about Sesh have been the community of girls each challenge, the coaches, and the Sesh team. I appreciate this program and the people who work hard to deliver it to the masses. I’ve had amazing coaches and I’ve met a lot of amazing women crushing their goals.”</p><p><strong>What can we learn from Asia?</strong></p><ul><li>Real health and wellness is a marathon, not a sprint</li><li>Relying on your support system is vital to creating sustained change</li><li>Focusing on strength training, instead of cardio and calorie deficits, is a major contributor to long-term success</li></ul><h4 id="challenges-are-what-you-make-of-them">CHALLENGES ARE WHAT YOU MAKE OF THEM.</h4><p>In closing, please remember that just joining one of our challenges won&#x27;t magically get you the results you’re looking for. You also have to follow the protocols and put in the work. These challenges will help you grow toward the best version of yourself, the version you’ve always wanted to see. Use our Sesh tools like check-ins, macro calculator, macro tracking, pictures, 1:1 coaching, etc. to hold yourself accountable.</p><p>We know that if you give us your all, we can absolutely create a sustained transformation you’ll be proud of.</p>

The Results Speak For Themselves

<p>By completing 6 challenges and losing over 40lbs, Asia has completely transformed her body, mindset, and lifestyle with Sesh. Her journey has inspired us so much that we know it will spark something in you too. <strong>Asia joined the Sesh Fam in 2019 and we love watching how she’s consistently</strong> put in the work ever since.</p><p>“I’ve always prided myself on being comfortable in my skin at any weight. However, that all changed in 2019. By the end of that year, I was dejected, uncomfortable, and full of excuses. I was at my highest weight ever and realized I only had myself to blame and I had no more excuses to make.”</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/afd2986b-4fc6-4e26-b032-ed70e0dc6040/Asia_Inline_Back_600x600.webp"/></figure><p>When Asia realized she wanted to make a change, she knew she wanted to choose a plan that would help her transform her lifestyle, not just provide a quick fix. Asia had tried multiple programs before Sesh that were cardio focused and demanded a major calorie deficit to see results that were difficult to sustain. She was determined to find something that worked while allowing her to create a lifestyle that she enjoyed. Knowing what kind of goals you should set can sometimes be difficult. With that in mind, Asia knew she had to pick an achievable goal to kickstart her journey and set herself up for success.</p><p>“In the spring of 2020, I found the Sesh app and started my journey. My initial goals were simple because my objective was to gain sustainable habits that would last past the 8 week challenge. With that in mind, my goals were to complete every workout and track my macros. At the end of the challenge I had accomplished both of these goals and my progress pictures and measurements reflected how well I stuck to these goals. I&amp;#x2019**;m proud to say that once I started, I never stopped. I have now been using Sesh for almost 2 years now and I’m so happy** I took the plunge and joined the Sesh Fam! I love the strength training aspect and that I get to have food flexibility and meals I enjoy with macro tracking.”</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/ceeb8e0e-1ea7-4a4c-9841-2a07bf52ad8c/SESH%20BLOG%20IMAGES%20(SQUARE%20IN%20LINE)%20(4).png"/></figure><p>By setting a goal that was achievable and determining her “why”, Asia was able to stay disciplined, which led her to completing 6 challenges and counting with Sesh! But achieving this level of consistency had its struggles and the mental transformation to achieve this level of consistency didn’t happen overnight.</p><p>“The mental aspect of living a healthy life has been the hardest roadblock I’ve had to overcome. Building a healthy relationship with food and not being my own biggest critic are things I’m constantly working on. I’ve challenged myself to dig deeper and understand the why behind what is truly stopping me from making choices that consistently make me feel my best. A lot of soul searching, grace and forgiveness has been done throughout each challenge and every moment in between. My journey has been a marathon and not a sprint but I’m enjoying every second of it. I’m in a really good mental space now. I love my physical p<strong><em>r</em></strong>ogress but the mental progress is what I&amp;#x2019;m most proud of. For the first time in a long time I’m motivated by myself, not a picture of someone else on Instagram, my kids, or my friends but me.”</p><p>When it comes to making big changes, we’re firm believers that having a solid support system of people around you with a similar mindset is a game changer**. That’s why we&amp;#x2019;re so proud of the Sesh Fam community. Our Sesh Fam is over 100k strong, and we can say with confidence that our community is one** of the main reasons why so many women see life-changing results with our program.</p><p>“My favorite things about Sesh have been the community of girls each challenge, the coaches, and the Sesh team. I appreciate this program and the people who work hard to deliver it to the masses. I’ve had amazing coaches and I’ve met a lot of amazing women crushing their goals.”</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/af7dc8c0-6293-436c-8ac1-1c72539efb05/Asia_IGPost_600x600.webp"/></figure><p>To all the ladies out there putting in work but may be feeling discouraged this program is for you. To my ladies who feel like they are at rock bottom this program is for you. To the ladies who need accountability this program is for you. I started the Sesh program a year and a half ago and the physical and mental growth it has given me is worth more than I can say. It’s truly priceless.”</p><p>If you’ve made it this far and think a Sesh challenge is right for you, our Sesh Fam is ready to welcome you with open arms! Start your journey today by downloading our app!</p><p><strong><a href="https://fitbykaty.app.link/ThD5Y9SntAb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ready to join? </a></strong></p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/1993e928-5d8f-48b6-a4e2-376bb4f44b84/Asia_Inline_Progress_Pics_600x600.webp"/></figure>

How Asia Overhauled Her Lifestyle With Sesh

<p>Last summer, Brandee knew it was time for a change. She felt like she was so unhealthy and upset with her weight and how she looked. “I needed a lifestyle change and I honestly didn’t know how to do that alone.”</p><p>Brandee then found out about Sesh from a friend and saw her transformation photos from the Winter Challenge. After that, she got curious about whether or not Sesh would be the right fit for her goals. She started following Sesh on Instagram and realized that these plans and the lifestyles that Sesh challengers had were exactly what she wanted and she was set on taking on the next challenge in the gym, with the support of the Sesh Fam behind her.</p><p>“I took a chance with Sesh and I haven’t looked back since. I did the coached version because I was brand new to all of this and definitely needed accountability. I also did not kno<strong>w what to do in the gym at all when it came to lifting. Having a workout plan and having vi</strong>deos that showed how to do each exercise was so helpful.” Since joining a challenge with Sesh, Brandee has now completed two challenges and continues to work toward her goals and sustain the new habits she’s built by doing the past challenge plans included with her premium Sesh app membership. In total, she’s lost 45 pounds and gained an infinite amount of confidence and discipline.</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/f74a9484-fa67-46f2-95c7-23b776879faf/Brandee_Inline_Back_1024x1024.webp"/></figure><p>Brandee’s initial goals were to make her back look more lean and regain the confidence she once had. “The way my back looked honestly made me feel so insecure and within 4 weeks of me doing the challenge, it was gone. I honestly couldn’t even believe it because at that point I was only down 2lbs on the scale but it had looked like I lost at least 15lbs. The confidence I gained in such a short time was crazy. Even the look on my face in each progress photo was amazing. I started to smile again because of the progress I had made!”</p><p>The most challenging aspect of Brandee’s fitness journey was learning to strive for progress over perfection. In the beginning she felt like she was hard on herself and would make herself eat things that she didn’t even like but thought that she had to or it would ruin her progress compared to others. That’s why we love macros! Everyone’s bodies and preferences are different, and macros give you the flexibility to enjoy your nutrition plan while staying on track and fueling your body so you feel your best.</p><p>“You can still enjoy things you like to eat but it’s about learning moderation and tracking ahead. Some days I would treat myself or go overboard but the key is to not throw in the towel over one “bad” day. Get back to your normal routine the next day. Whenever this would happen, I kept thinking about my goals and knew that I would continue to do my best the next day.”</p><p>In her effort to strive for progress over perfection, everything clicked for her when she went on vacation and enjoyed herself, but then went right back to the new, sustainable fitness and nutrition habits she developed with Sesh. “I realized that I had overcome this when I went on vacation after completing my first challenge. I ate and drank whatever I wanted to, and enjoyed myself! However, the day after I got home, I was back to my normal <strong>meals and back in the gym. I became dedicated to my goals for the long haul and Sesh made me realize I could achieve them while still enjoying vacati</strong>ons and events!”</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/d599d406-3902-4bd4-be6d-5eb86b2c625d/SESH%20BLOG%20IMAGES%20(SQUARE%20IN%20LINE)%20(3).png"/></figure><p>Like Brandee mentioned before, she’s constantly working towards progress instead of striving for perfection. When we chatted with her, she mentioned that she had recently been struggling with consistency in her nutrition. “After a year of tracking my food I needed a mental break from it so I’ve been intuitively eating. With summer and vacations I started to go overboard with eating out and snacking and in the result of that I gained a few pounds back and noticed bloating.” However, the strong foundation of the new habits she built kicked in. “I took some accountability and I went grocery shopping. I bought my go-to foods to keep in the house so that I can get back to my regular routine and fuel my body. It was a good thing to take that break but I’m ready to get back to tracking again. I’m putting in the work at the gym so I need to make sure I’m eating properly again.”</p><p>After doing her first Sesh challenge during the summer of 2020, Bran<strong>dee has never looked back (except to occasionally admire how far she&amp;#<strong>x27;s come). “I look back at my beginning photos and look at where I am today and I’m like wow I DID THAT. I want to continue to crush my fitness goals. I stay to my routine because I know what will keep me on track. For example, as soon as I’m done working, I get my gym clothes on and head to th</strong><em>e</em></strong> gym. If I procrastinate getting dressed for the gym then I’m only allowing myself time to talk myself out of going. Instead of saying ‘I have to go to the gym today’ I started saying `I get to go to the gym today.’”</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/28805793-c1c9-4d7c-8848-f7ba94adc9ec/Brandee_IGPost_1024x1024.webp"/></figure><p><strong>Joining a Sesh challenge was just one small step in Brandee’s fitness journey, but it was the kickstart she needed to</strong> change her entire lifestyle.“If you’re nervous about joining a challenge because you have never tracked macros or lifted, that&#x27;s ok! I was nervous as hell. I saw other girls&#x27; transformations for 6 months before joining but I will always regret not starting sooner. I let the fear of being embarrassed for not knowing how to do something correctly keep me back from going after my goals. Joining Sesh has been so rewarding. I hit my <strong>goal weight after 9 months and I developed a healthy relationshi</strong>p with food. Sesh gives you the tools you need for success. My favorite part is the community of women uplifting each other. I love Katy and how real she i<strong>s and I love how much she puts into her programs to ma</strong>ke sure they are perfect so I can walk into the gym with confidence. Sesh changed my life and it can definitely change yours but you have to be willing to put in work and not make excuses.”</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/a1b197fc-3de0-4668-afb2-c90784aa493b/Brandee_Inline_Progresspics_1024x1024.webp"/></figure><p>Ready to ditch the excuses and start working towards your goals? Join our next challenge!</p>

How Brandee Overhauled Her Lifestyle With Sesh

<h3 id="they-did-it-and-so-can-you">THEY DID IT, AND SO CAN YOU</h3><p>Sesh Challenges can be truly life-changing if you&#x27;re able to break down your fears, insecurities and roadblocks. We know you can do it, because we&#x27;ve helped thousands of women just like you create new mindsets and healthier bodies through strength training programs and the support of the Sesh Fam community. Read more below about three recent challengers to learn all about their secrets to their success.</p><h4 id="how-kristi-lee-transformed-her-mind--body-in-8-weeks">HOW KRISTI-LEE TRANSFORMED HER MIND &amp; BODY IN 8 WEEKS</h4><p>Kristi-Lee was “sick and tired of being sick and tir<strong>ed,” and decided she was ready to make a change. Since then, she’s completed six 8-week strength-trai</strong>ning challenges, lost 25 pounds, and changed her mentality towards health &amp; wellness. After one full year of getting after her goals with Sesh, she says her lifestyle completely transformed.</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/89924b3f-46df-40aa-ba83-b4ed47f5f564/Inline1_Progresspics_2x_1dbcdfc5-b11a-461c-a79b-38ab76663b1b_1024x1024%20(1).webp"/></figure><p>After trying several different programs, Kristi-Lee was able to stick with Sesh challenges for the long haul and says nothing else compared. &amp;<strong>#x201C;The app is simple. It provides a video clip for me to watch for proper form. This feature is SO helpful, especially in the beginning when I was embarrassed to go to the gym and was worri</strong>ed I&#x27;d be seen using a machine improperly.&quot;</p><p>Initially, her goal was to hit a specific number on the scale. However, after completing several challenges and working with the Sesh coaches, her mentality shifted: “Along with the help of my coach, completing multiple challenges helped me realize that it wa<strong>s deeper than being skinny. I broke through mental barriers and learned that NSVs (non-scale victor</strong>ies) were just as important! I was no longer focused on simply hitting that certain number on the scale that I was initially set on achieving. I really found my ‘why’ during these challenges.”</p><p>Working with a coach also helped Kristi-Lee discover the goals she really wanted to chase. “I finally realized that it was never just about being skinny. It was about finding my happiness and finding my why on this fitness journey. There are definitely days where I stil<strong>l struggle with body image. I manage it by reminding myself that I am not the only person going through this and I h</strong>ave the Sesh Fam to lean on. These feelings are okay and normal to have but it’s so important that you don’t dwell on them and give up because you’ve come too far to throw in the towel.</p><p><strong>We know that continuing with your fitness journey can be difficult at times, that’s why Kristi-Lee says finding</strong> her &amp;#x2018;why&amp;#x2019; and sticking to it was key for success. “I read something that Katy and Haydn posted once: when motivation leaves, let discipline takeover. And it’s so true, we aren’t always going to be motivated, so we have to stay disciplined. On the days that I don’t want to get up and get it done I remind myself of my ‘why’ and I make the time to continue getting after my goals.”</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/ab1e6574-62b3-49e2-9c84-096b666e7fc4/Inline5_ReelCollage_2x_47f0946c-f984-4b34-ae06-1313a6c10cfc_1024x1024.webp"/></figure><p>In addition to focusing on staying disciplined, Kristi-Lee found endless support through the Sesh community with thousands of like-minded women. “Once a Sesh Fam member ALWAYS a Sesh Fam member! It’s where my life changed! It’s where everything started and I am so humbled by this life-changing experience and this incredibly supportive community. If there is a woman out there that wants to join an 8-week challenge but hasn’t fully committed I would tell her that the best investment you could ever make is in yourself! You have nothing to lose but inches and pounds and everything to gain like happiness, friendships, confidence, strength and more!&quot;</p><h4 id="how-jihanna-lost-16-lbs-with-sesh">HOW JIHANNA LOST 16 LBS. WITH SESH</h4><p>We caught up with Jihanna for a little Q&amp;A on how Sesh helped her reach her goals and win 1st place in the 2021 Winter Challenge.</p><h5 id="q-what-motivated-you-to-start-working-out">Q: WHAT MOTIVATED YOU TO START WORKING OUT?</h5><p>A: I gained a significant amount of weight during the pandemic. I would see myself during Zoom meetings and just feel so ashamed of how much weight I had gained. I’ll be graduating with a Master’s next year and entering into the sports industry. I wanted to ensure I felt physically confident to match how confident I felt about my skills and abilities to be successful in this new career path.</p><h5 id="q-what-has-been-the-most-challenging-aspect-of-your-fitness-journey">Q: WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF YOUR FITNESS JOURNEY</h5><p>A: Prioritizing and making time to workout was challenging. I work from home full-time, I’m a full-time student, and a mom of 2. It was giving myself permission to make sacrifices so that I could continue to grow into the best version of myself.</p><h5 id="q-your-progress-pictures-are-amazing-but-when-did-you-first-realize-you-were-making-progress">Q: YOUR PROGRESS PICTURES ARE AMAZING, BUT WHEN DID YOU FIRST REALIZE YOU WERE MAKING PROGRESS?</h5><p>A: After the first week, I saw immediate changes. I was worried I would begin to plateau but with every check-in, my coach and I would see amazing progress. You won’t see progress unless you put in the work and I definitely did that. I followed the system, I may have had a french fry or two when it wasn’t a cheat meal, but it was about staying focused on the goal at hand and doing what I needed to do to get there.</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/fa9c7e06-1275-4b0b-8c9c-abe61856c7fe/jihanna_highlight_480x480.webp"/></figure><h5 id="q-if-you-dont-mind-sharing-how-many-total-poundsinches-did-you-lose-doing-seshpresent">Q: IF YOU DON’T MIND SHARING, HOW MANY TOTAL POUNDS/INCHES DID YOU LOSE DOING #SESHPRESENT?</h5><p>A: I lost 16 pounds. At first, the weight wasn’t shedding right away, the scale barely moved in the first 2 weeks. But those 1-2 pounds every week add up!</p><h5 id="q-what-was-the-hardest-part-about-the-challenge">Q: WHAT WAS THE HARDEST PART ABOUT THE CHALLENGE?</h5><p>A: Macros were difficult in the beginning. It took practice to understand what I could eat, how much, and to realize this was the fuel I needed for my body to have the energy to work out and do cardio.</p><h5 id="q-how-do-you-stay-motivated">Q: HOW DO YOU STAY MOTIVATED?</h5><p>A: Take your progress pictures! Having a physical thing to look at provided me so much motivation to keep getting better and to keep seeing changes. Overeating or not working out was not worth messing up the progress.</p><h5 id="q-how-have-sesh-challenges-helped-you">Q: HOW HAVE SESH CHALLENGES HELPED YOU?</h5><p>A: I have finally found a way for sustainable fitness and health and I can even do it at home! The best part is that I didn’t need a gym to kill this challenge, to lose 16 pounds, to have the confidence to post selfies or wear shorts, or to be out in public without makeup.</p><h5 id="q-what-advice-would-you-give-someone-joining-their-first-sesh-challenge">Q: WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE JOINING THEIR FIRST SESH CHALLENGE?</h5><p>A: This challenge will help you grow toward the best version of yourself, the version you’ve always wanted to see. Use the tools (app, check-ins, coach, forum) to stay accountable. This challenge is what you put into it. I gave it my all and as a result, I am that much closer to the best version of me.</p><p>Ready to make some gains towards your goals like Jihanna and Kristi-Lee? Download the Sesh app and join our next challenge!</p>

Secrets To Challenge Success From Real Sesh Challengers

<p>We caught up with Martine for a little Q&amp;A on how Sesh has helped her reach her fitness goals and win 1st place in the 2020 Fall Challenge.</p><h3 id="q-what-was-your-fitness-level-before-the-challengedownloading-the-app">Q: WHAT WAS YOUR FITNESS LEVEL BEFORE THE CHALLENGE/DOWNLOADING THE APP?</h3><p>A: Before this challenge, it was moderate to intermediate. I had some experience with heavy lifting before, however, I took a year off before the Spring Challenge (due to pregnancy) so I was starting strength training all over again.</p><h3 id="q-what-were-your-workouts-like-before-joining-the-fitfam">Q: WHAT WERE YOUR WORKOUTS LIKE BEFORE JOINING THE FITFAM?</h3><p>A: I’ve used other apps and challenges before, but never had the support or community as I did with the Sesh Fam. Blame my competitive nature, but I pushed myself a lot harder because of the challenges.</p><h3 id="q-was-this-your-first-sesh-challenge">Q: WAS THIS YOUR FIRST SESH CHALLENGE?</h3><p>A: Third in a row — Spring, Summer, and Fall 2020. I’ve also done some promos in the past back in the PDF days so the format was not new to me.</p><h3 id="q-what-inspired-you-to-join-the-fitfam-and-join-your-first-challenge">Q: WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO JOIN THE FITFAM AND JOIN YOUR FIRST CHALLENGE?</h3><p>A: My sister in law first introduced me to Katy and the Sesh Fam. There were a lot of women having success in getting strong and changing their bodies. They inspired me.</p><h3 id="q-why-sesh">Q: WHY Sesh?</h3><p>A: The community that came along with it is one of the best tools there is. I&#x27;ve done other challenges and the community that comes with the Sesh FITFam is unlike any I’ve ever experienced. Doing it all together really helped me stay on track with my goals.</p><h3 id="q-what-motivated-you">Q: WHAT MOTIVATED YOU?</h3><p>A: Within the Sesh FITFam I found my circle. These women are some of my best friends that I’ve never even met. They cheered me on and pushed me to achieve things I never thought possible! I also got very addicted to seeing results. It certainly hasn’t been easy but it has been 100% worth it.</p><figure class=""><img src="https://images.takeshape.io/92934844-a267-47e2-9529-857da8a9fd05/dev/46eef797-0353-41dd-9c41-5e3bff0475fa/blog_transformation_martine.png"/></figure><h3 id="q-how-has-sesh-helped-you">Q: HOW HAS Sesh HELPED YOU?</h3><p>A: Helped me find my circle. These women are my family now and we’ve grown so much together.</p><h3 id="q-when-you-talk-about-community-how-did-you-find-your-x22circle">Q: WHEN YOU TALK ABOUT COMMUNITY, HOW DID YOU FIND YOUR, &amp;#x22;CIRCLE?&quot;</h3><p>A: In one of the Facebook groups, a Snapchat group was started. That was back in Spring 2020, now we talk every day. We even had a zoom Christmas party and did a secret Santa across two countries and 4 time zones.</p><h3 id="q-what-was-your-favorite-workout-from-the-sesh-fall-challenge">Q: WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE WORKOUT FROM THE Sesh FALL CHALLENGE?</h3><p>A: Gotta love dumbbell RDLS or frog pumps. I really enjoy compound movements as well. Good mornings have to be one of my very favorites just because of all the muscles the move engages.</p><h3 id="q-what-was-the-most-challenging-aspect-of-the-fall-challenge-for-you-what-was-your-biggest-obstacle-if-any">Q: WHAT WAS THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF THE FALL CHALLENGE FOR YOU? WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST OBSTACLE, IF ANY?</h3><p>A: Being larger than a lot of the other women competing, it’s taken me a long time to be able to do some of the movements in the workouts (hello, laying sit-ups anyone?). So I’ve had to make some modifications in the past to do some of the more challenging movements. That and staying motivated/driven. I get asked how I stay motivated. Someone once told me that motivation comes from action and it’s simply an emotion. Once i realized I wasn’t always going to be motivated but I did always have to be dedicated, it got a lot easier to make the right choices (i.e not skipping workouts or adherence to macros). Now I look at it as though I just have to be proud of the choices I make. What choice will make me the proudest when I go to bed at the end of the day?</p><h3 id="q-what-is-one-non-scale-victory-you-had-during-the-fall-challenge">Q: WHAT IS ONE NON-SCALE VICTORY YOU HAD DURING THE FALL CHALLENGE?</h3><p>A: I started running 5km during spring challenge, my goal was always to do it under 30mins and I hit that during the fall challenge.</p><h3 id="q-how-did-the-fall-challenge-help-you-achieve-your-goal">Q: HOW DID THE FALL CHALLENGE HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOAL?</h3><p>A: Before the Fall challenge began, I met a huge goal I had for a long time (I lost 100lbs). Meeting this goal, and continuing to drive myself and meet other goals, made me realize I was capable of bigger things than I ever thought possible. That made me push harder and faster than I ever had before. I realized I was capable of so much more than I ever thought.</p><h3 id="q-what-advice-would-you-give-someone-joining-their-first-sesh-challenge">Q: WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE JOINING THEIR FIRST Sesh CHALLENGE?</h3><p>A: Two things:</p><p>1<strong><em>&amp;</em></strong>#x26;#x26;#x26;#x2014; Utilize the community to find your squad, some of the best friends ( and loudest cheerleaders) you’ll ever have are ones you haven’t met yet.</p><p>2<strong><em>&amp;</em></strong>#x26;#x26;#x26;#x2014; Go to bed proud of yourself and what you accomplished that day, make every decision in reflection of that.</p><h3 id="q-whats-next-for-your-fitness-journey">Q: WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOUR FITNESS JOURNEY?</h3><p>A: Heavier lifts, different splits, I really want to see where I can push myself. I have so many more goals than I ever imagined and I’m really excited to see what I can achieve.</p>

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