September 15, 2021

Client Success (Ann Arbor)

Name: Jane Callegari

Start Date: 1/23/2015

Fitness Practitioner: Jen Fuller

Results To Date: 21lbs of fat lost, down 10% body fat

1) How did you hear about AFS?

I heard about AFS through my friends/colleagues-Judy Ivacko and Jodi Fichera.

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

Judy and Jodi had been after me for a while to try AFS, but I’d been going to a small gym, had worked with a trainer, ate healthily and just thought the changes in my body were from getting a little older. Then I went for a physical with my doctor and weighed almost as much as I did at the end of my first pregnancy! So I decided to give it a try.

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

What I liked about AFS was the support I received from my trainer, the frequent assessments, and that people were so friendly. And, the exercises are always different–I can’t get bored! I also really appreciate the trainers altering and adjusting the exercises to my particular orthopedic issues.

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

I’ve lost 27 pounds since that doctor’s visit in January, and done this through using FatSecret (truly counting and not just estimating calories), optimizing protein intake, and seeing progress with my reassessments. My friends have been very supportive; Amy Mosher joined about the same time and has been a hard act to follow (a little competition?) My trainer, Jen, is an inspiration and a great motivator!

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

Since I’ve started, I notice an increase in energy and optimism. I feel that I am better able to handle the stresses at work and in my personal life. My chronic back pain is pretty much gone!

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

The advice I would offer to others is to stick to the program! It is a lot of work to be at the gym, count and record your calories, and not indulge yourself too often (though once in a while is good!) But it is well worth the work…

Glad you decided to give us a shot 🙂

-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.