Success Stories

Fine Tune is one of the fastest growing personal fitness companies in San Deigo. Check out what some of our clients have to say about our personal fitness and nutrition programs!

 

"I have been heavy for many years, but since being diagnosed with Lupus in 2000 I had resigned myself to the fact that I would always be overweight, because that is just how Lupus patients are. WRONG! I was allowing my life to fizzle away -- throwing away the privilege of seeing my sons' marry, cuddle future grandchildren and some day share an oxygen tank with my soul mate. How selfish is that??

My journey started in September 2006 while carrying a basket of clothes to the laundry room. By the time I made the distance from bedroom to laundry room I was so winded I thought I was going to pass out. I figured my only option was to put down the basket, go to the family room, turn on the TV and sit. (How pathetic!) But, when the TV came on what should appear but 'The Biggest Loser,' and there started my inspiration. Tears flowed when I saw those people, larger than I, moving faster and more fluid than I, but more over, just MOVING!! I immediately signed up for their online program, printed out the weekly menus and did the appropriate shopping…then came the workouts. ME??? Maybe my husband would like to join me, I thought, and we could motivate and encourage each other. Well, he did…and still, there I was!

Needless to say, I needed more accountability in my life. Life as an obese individual, for me, was not a life of thought, and I needed someone to tell me what to do and help me think again. We found a trainer through Fitness Elements. She comes to the house twice a week and then a one-hour coaching call another day gets into nutrition, emotions, goals, stress elimination, etc. Dealing with emotions has really helped me with my eating patterns.

I have learned so much about myself…I guess the main thing is that I can MOVE and SWEAT and I won't drop dead doing it. (I am proud to say that I am now doing sprints down the same hall between the bedroom and laundry room that I mentioned above.)

I was caught up in my preconceived world of EASY, and if EASY was not an option…I didn't do whatever it was! I knew weight loss was a commitment and commitments don't come EASY. It was a definite battle, but I knew that if I was going to conquer this Goliath in my life, and be successful, I was going to have to trust myself, stay focused on my goal and make sure that no matter what happened on a given day, that I would wake up that next morning and start anew! There have been bumps (which are less frequent now), but that next day always comes.

Because fast food was an integral part of my day, returning to the kitchen was a real challenge, rather intimidating actually. However, meal preparation has been fun as it has been a time to spend with my husband…Oh, did I mention that he is right beside me on this! At breakfast, while he is scrambling the egg whites, I am cooking the oatmeal; dinner, him the tomatoes, me the broccoli. Extra time together…getting fit and healthy together. It has added fun and, a little spice, if you will, to my new life!

It has been tough at times, but my God the rewards are phenomenal; the confidence that has surfaced…and the health benefits -- WHEW!! This is a life change that I have made so whatever it takes and however long it takes, I'm in!!

Finally, I am in no way done with my journey, but I can tell you that the laundry basket is getting easier to carry, not only because I am more fit, but because the clothes are smaller. ;o)"

-Mowry Klindt

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"Our exercise and nutrition program produced extremely positive results! The goals that we set for our wedding and honeymoon were exceeded and we couldn't be happier. The program was structured around our schedules and lifestyle so that it was easier to maintain and ensured our success. The meal suggestions and plans were also personalized with the foods we like . We are so appreciative and thankful for the knowledge we learned about healthy living that we can follow throughout our life!"

- Kelli and Vince Grant

 

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"Something has always bothered me about the big bulky weight-lifting trainer at the gym who spends time leaning against the machine their client is working out on, staring out the window, or talking to the blonde bombshell on the next piece of equipment. When I decided to explore other training options, I found Natalie. She is very ambitious and extremely focused on individualized health and wellness plans for her clients. Natalie is very passionate about physical health, nutrition, mental health and spirituality. I feel very lucky to have found someone who focuses on me as a whole person. Natalie helped me remain calm, fit and focused on the positive during my recent wedding planning, not to mention I looked great in my photos! If you're looking for more than just the average training session, I very much recommend spending some time with Natalie. The quality and personalized service you will receive far outweigh the costs of her services.

Love You Nat!"

-Christine Bowman-Fleck

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"My 30th birthday was looming and I had gained these pesky 15 pounds that were not budging. I have never been one to stick to a workout or a diet but needed to do something. I work in an intense work environment full of stress and demand , I had to find the time to workout but with 10 hour work days and a family when would there be time??

Then I met Natalie, who put everything into perspective. Her positive way of thinking and realistic approach to find the time to work out got me motivated. There is time to workout and once it began she was right. My life is so balanced since I have started working out with Natalie 3 days a week. Not only has it helped with my weight loss but it has helped my attitude overall. I feel energized and ready for any obstacles I may have to deal with at work (and there are many). It has also helped me keep up with my two kids who are never tired."

-Melanie Howe

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"I am a mother of 4, who works part-time and is active in my children’s extra curricular activities. So I am held accountable to many people, but I found I was not accountable to myself in regards to my health and well being. I was talking to a friend who had success with weight loss and conditioning and recommended, Fitness Elements. I held onto the card for 4 months. I talked myself out of calling on numerous accessions because I told myself “I exercise and eat well, I can do this on your own”. I have been trying to do it on my own for two years and it wasn’t working. So I finally decided I needed help, support and knowledge in order to lose some unwanted weight and regain my energy, good health and a toned body. Natalie from Fitness Elements provided me with knowledge in nutrition by establishing an eating scheduled and program which was easy to incorporate into my busy schedule and family meals. I never once felt deprived, hungry or obsessed with food. The other element she provided was her experience and knowledge in exercise and how to get the best cardio and strength training in one hour. The whole process was extremely easy to incorporate into my schedule because Natalie would come to my home and provided all the equipment, the knowledge, the encouragement, the hope and “accountability” that I needed in order to succeed. I achieved my weight loss goal, 10 lbs, inches loss and body fat loss. More importantly I am toner, firmer and feel great. My clothes fit better and I am back into my favorite jeans. In the end, Natalie gave me the tools needed to continue and maintain my success."

-Theresa

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"My weight gain really started taking off after I got a job in the computer field in 1988. I went from a job where I worked outside a lot and was physically active most of the day to a job where I sat in a chair most of the day, staring at a computer screen and typing on a keyboard. I was already over weight by about 30 pounds because I had horrible eating habits and I did not exercise on a regular basis. Now take away what little physical activity I had in my job and you can imagine what happened—I slowly gained another 120 pounds. I am 6’3” tall and at my heaviest I tipped the scale at 385 pounds I am a large boned guy but 385 pounds is about 150 pounds too much for me.

I started my own weight loss routine by doing the Atkins diet. I lost 30 pounds and then stopped losing weight, probably because I was not exercising. Then I switched over to Weight Watchers and started following exercise video routines at home. I lost another 30 pounds. Then we sold our home and moved into an apartment for six months awaiting a new home to be built. During that time I stopped Weight Watchers, stopped exercising, and started my old eating habits. I quickly gained back 30 of the 60 pounds that I tried so hard to lose forever. Another try, another failure. I figured I was going to be obese the rest of my life.

After we moved into our new home my wife and I started watching “The Biggest Loser” TV program. I saw people, just as obese or more obese than I was, changing their bodies, changing their minds, and changing their lives for the better. We signed up for the their on-line program and printed out the weekly menus to do our grocery shopping. I soon realized that changing my eating habits and changing my exercise habits was tougher than I thought. Just like the people we were watching on the TV program, we needed help from a professional.

I searched the Internet for personal trainers in our area and called the first three on the list. Two of them seemed more interested in my money than my health but the third one, Fitness Elements, sounded different. Natalie Pyles of Fitness Elements talked about fitness and also eating and esteem. She also guaranteed results or my money back. After free one-on-one consultations with Natalie we were convinced that she would be able to help us change our lives for the better.

Natalie came to our home three time per week. She developed and taught us an exercise routine that would meet our weight loss and fitness goals. She developed a nutrition plan for us and she taught us about nutrition. She had us start a daily journal so we could keep track of our eating and exercising. She kept us accountable to her and ourselves! Sometimes the home visits would be coaching sessions where Natalie would help us learn to deal with emotions, stress, and goal setting. We were on our way!

I am very happy to say that we found the winning combination with Natalie. Under Natalie’s guidance I have lost about 70 pounds and I am more fit than I have been in decades. I move better, breath better, feel better than I have in a long time. I still have another 50 pounds to lose to reach my ultimate weight lose goal but Natalie has given me the tools I need to succeed.

Thank you Natalie!"

-David Klindt

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"Before working with Fitness Elements & Associates I just wasn't feeling like myself anymore. I started to loose patience with my kids, my blood pressure was running high, cholesterol was at an all time high of 300 and I was feeling anxious all the time.

Now things have really changed and turned around for me. Being a mother of 3, ages ranging from 8-17, a Doctors wife, and Managing our Business I needed balance and a release. Now I'm happier, less stressed, deal with my kids in a calmly matter, more energetic, lost 12 pounds so far and still going, my cholesterol is down to 197 through exercise & diet , and I now have the confidence this is manageable with my busy and hectic lifestyle. I've realized how easy it is to get off track, but its also possible to get right back on track despite vacations, and challenges in life. The convenience of having Fitness Elements & Associates come to me is so nice. I also really like the one-on-one time and the fact that I get the Personal Training, Nutritional Counseling, and Wellness Coaching all-in-one. I would highly recommend this service to anyone. Thanks so much Natalie for your support and faith in me."

Sincerely,

Julie Gelzayde

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"I am a 58 year old Female that knows the importance of Health & Fitness to maintain and control my weight. I have to exercise and eat healthy to prevent further health issues and stay fit. I realize having Fitness Elements & Associates is necessary for me at this point in my life versus hit and miss. Personally, I need the motivation, and accountability to stay committed.

I originally started with Natalie Pyles & Fitness Elements & Associates in April of 2005, now we are in August of 2008 and still going strong. The convenience of having her show up and ring the door bell and getting it over with so I don't put it off, concierge service (hotel style), flexibility with traveling schedule, and the fact that I don't have to think about it is so helpful to me and my lifestyle. Natalie brings structure and discipline to this part of my life that is very needed for me. I have a busy life being a Custom Home Builder that specializes in High End homes, and full time Investor throughout the U.S. I wouldn't trade Natalie owner of Fitness Elements & Associates for anything she brings a lot to the table providing this special customized service for me. Thanks so much for all you do Natalie."

Sincerely,

Shanna Milburn

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"My kids and me have been working with Natalie & Fitness Elements & Associates for the past 3 years in a row. Every summer we work with her for about 2-3 months to get into shape for all of our family sports and activities. We are a very active family and make this an integrated part of our lifestyle. This approach helps us to achieve a successful balance in business, sports, and life.

We have lost a total of 16% body-fat loss and over 30 pounds as a family so far this summer and continue to be going down as a family in inches and weight . We highly recommend Natalie when it comes to motivation and a needed jump start she will get you in shape for sure! We will continue to use Natalie's services as needed. Fitness Elements provides our family what we need, when we need it, and on time every time. Thanks so much Natalie!"

Sincerely Yours,

Cyril, Morgan, Alix, and KiKi E.

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"My life has turned around for the better since meeting Natalie of Fitness Elements & Associates. I went through a divorce May of 07 now in August 08 after 28 years of marriage and was feeling closed up and in a rut. I needed to do something positive for myself to redirect the great things about my life and who I am as person again. Natalie has brought that out in me and things are really starting to transpire in all areas of life for me again.

I am now dating again, living a more positive healthier lifestyle, more energetic, and my self-esteem has really improved. I've lost 16 pounds in 7 weeks and I know I can incorporate this into a long term approach for my life. I think when your having a tough time its easy to go inward but Natalie & Fitness Elements & Associates has taught me to go outwards. Basically, sometimes we need each other as Natalie would say. Natalie has provided me with the compassion when I needed it and the mental toughness to get through this life. She understands and is realistic about life's challenges. I am thankful for meeting her at this time in my life and highly suggest her and her services. Her expertise in mind, body, and spirit are a winning combination. Thank You for caring Natalie!"

Sincerely,

Bonnie Juarez

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"Everyone tells you that high school is supposed to be the best 4 years of your life, but for me it was the exact opposite. In march of 2006 my whole world turned upside down overnight with unexpected events taking place simultaneously. First, I fell off the side of a Ford Explorer and landed head first on a paved road and the accident left me with internal bleeding of the brain, short term memory loss, hearing loss, a few parts of my brain were expanding due to the continual swelling now resulting in frequent headaches that never took place prior to my accident and has left me 15-20% brain dead. After the accident certain pieces of my life were taken instantly I had to put off driving for half of a year, I had to be chaperoned just to walk in a straight line, and could only stand for a certain amount of time before getting very ill. Then 1 month later a really close high school friend took her own life. Leaving the ones that loved her behind wondering why? These are all things that I feel a teenager shouldn't have to go through in high school at least that's what I thought.

Suddenly, I discovered a New part of me that I never knew until my dramatic event took place. Instantly one day I wrote a song within one hour and ran in the other room and sang it for my parents. They asked me who wrote that honey and I said I did. An Amazing gift was discovered for me that day my love for writing, singing, and music came about. So out of all this now August of 2008 my life has transformed into something wonderful driving me forward to do great things with my life and hope to inspire others to never give up. Natalie's program is another positive thing for me to add to my life and better myself physically, mentally, and spiritually. I am moving at a very rapid pace Natalie tells me and I like every aspect of her program. I highly recommend Fitness Elements & Associates for the motivation, education, good habits and discipline it brings. Thanks so much Natalie!"

Sincerely,

Brittany Dahl

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"I am so excited to be well on my way to a healthier & far better lifestyle. I have improved my eating habits for a life long change & now include strength training, cardio, and stretching for a whole approach to long-term success!"

I am a 21 year old Professional Hair Stylist and wife that just got side tracked with the busyness of life and putting my Health & Fitness on the back burner. I have lost 15 pounds so far working with Natalie the owner of Fitness Elements & Associates LLC. and gone from a size 14 to a size 10 and will just keep going until I get to my healthy body-fat and weight. I know if your looking for results, education, the right coach to discipline you when you need it, accountability, and a great motivator then Fitness Elements is definitely the preferred choice! Thanks so much Natalie you've given me the confidence to be able to have control over my choices & habits again.

-Yesenia Robles
Phoenix, AZ

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"I am extremely glad I decided to incorporate getting my lifestyle back under way. It's so easy to let it slip away at some points in your life. Even though I am a dedicated Business Owner of Mary Shaw Salon, I tend to put my business first and let my Health & Fitness go from time to time. Natalie with Fitness Elements & Associates LLC. has gotten me back into tip top shape and made me realize how much I missed feeling alive, energetic, leaner & more toned, and more confident again!"

I would highly recommend working with Natalie of Fitness Elements & Associates LLC. having the convenience of her coming to my place of business before I start my busy day has been great! The dedication, reliability, and high quality of service are what makes all the difference. Thanks Natalie!

-Mary Shaw
Phoenix, AZ