September 15, 2021

Client Success (Plymouth)

Name: Alex Evans

Start Date: 1/8/2015

Fitness Practitioner: Devin Tarrant

Results To Date: 11lbs of fat lost, 2lbs of lean mass gained

1) How did you hear about AFS?

I learned of AFS when I was looking for a workout program online and Jared kept popping up on my screen.

2) What/Who inspired you to take the first step toward getting in shape?

My friend Carla is an inspiration for me, we would always workout and run together until one day she moved to Minnesota. I missed my workout buddy and I stopped working out as much.

3) What initially intrigued you about our program/why did you sign up?

I was interested in the program because I liked the idea of group classes and because I could have someone assist me with a guided running program.

4) How did you achieve the success you’ve seen thus far?

I feel like I have been successful through staying consistent with food logging, classes, and other assigned exercises (with encouragement from my trainer!). Assessments help a lot too, because they keep me accountable.

5) What changes have you noticed in your life since starting with AFS?

Since I have been with AFS I have found I feel happier, healthier, and more energetic. I have also found that I don’t have to tuck my stomach into my pants and I like that.

6) Advice you can offer others looking to make changes you’ve made?

Stay positive, be consistent, communicate with your trainer, and have fun 🙂

Alex always has a smile when she’s here, thanks Alex 🙂

-AFS Team

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About the Author:

Mike Stack

Michael Stack is the founder & CEO of Applied Fitness Solutions and Frontline Fitness Pros. He is a faculty lecturer for the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology. He is also the creator and the host of the Wellness Paradox Podcast, produced in conjunction with University of Michigan.

Michael is an exercise physiologist by training and a health entrepreneur, health educator, and fitness industry advocate by trade. He is dedicated to enhancing the standard of practice of, and advocating for, fitness and wellness professionals to ensure they become an essential constituent in the healthcare delivery system.

With a career spanning over three decades in fitness, health, and wellness Michael has a deep knowledge of exercise physiology, health/wellness coaching, lifestyle interventions to mitigate chronic disease and leadership. He is credentialed through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as an Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP), Exercise is Medicine practitioner (ASCM-EIM), and a Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (ACSM-PAPHS). Michael is a National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a CDC Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Lifestyle Coach.

Michael received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology in 2004 and is currently a Master’s of Public Health (MPH) candidate at University of Michigan, with a specific concentration in health behavior and health education.

Michael is a board of directors’ member for the Physical Activity Alliance and Michigan Fitness Clubs Association. He sits on the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology Alumni Board of Governors. Michael is an expert curriculum reviewer for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Finally, he is a member of the executive leadership team for American Heart Association’s Heart Walk.

Michael lectures nationally for several health/fitness certification and continuing educations, including; IHRSA, the Medical Fitness Association, the National Strength & Conditioning Association, and SCW Fitness.