12/27/2025
Finding confidence in yourself, also leads to having an inspirational impact on others around you. For Bridget B. it took 2 months into her 6 month journey having found that sense of confidence that people around her were reaching out to us for guidance and expressing how thrilled they were to see Bridget was regaining her positivity. In the end of the journey, Bridget found her "worth" and after seeing her family Christmas photo, she is ready to conquer this journey for many more years.
I wanted to take a moment to share my health and fitness journey and express my sincere gratitude for the impact Sharp Health & Fitness—and especially Andy—has had on my life.
Before starting this journey, I was uncomfortable in my own skin. I used to be the life of the party, but over time I became weighed down by both physical and emotional challenges. That extra weight affected more than just my body—it impacted my confidence, my mindset, and my relationships. I found myself avoiding social events and pulling back from connections I once enjoyed.
As a mom, the hardest part was how limited I felt with my boys. I wanted so badly to participate fully in events with them, but my weight often held me back. My oldest loves to travel, and on our last trip I carried constant anxiety about whether the airplane seatbelt would fit around me. My youngest is very active in sports, and I could only play basketball with him for about five minutes before I was so winded I had to make an excuse to stop. Even something as simple as walking my dog through our beautiful neighborhood felt like a struggle.
Over time, I no longer had the energy to consistently follow through with serving at my church and doing the things I truly believe God has called me to do. I wanted to say yes, but my body simply couldn’t keep up, and that loss weighed heavily on my heart.
When I first received my eating plan from Andy—specifically tailored for me—I remember thinking, “Oh boy, this is going to be impossible.” I wasn’t a big fan of many vegetables or berries, and I knew this would be a major adjustment. I also started this journey wearing what I once thought was a badge of honor: being an all-or-nothing kind of girl. With other plans, I was either perfectly on track or completely off—giving up for the day, or even the week, and always starting over on Monday because I had already blown it.
This time was different.
When the scale didn’t reflect what I thought it should, Andy patiently reminded me that this journey wasn’t just about the number on the scale—it was about gut health, sustainability, and creating a new lifestyle. I learned to shift my mindset. Whenever someone asked what “diet” I was on, I found myself saying that it wasn’t a diet at all—it was a health journey. I was learning how my body responds to certain foods and what it truly needs to sustain me day to day. I felt so empowered to make better choices because for the first time I truly understood how the content of my food processed through my body.
From the very beginning, Andy made this journey feel possible. His approach went far beyond a prescribed eating plan—he took the time to truly understand where I was, both physically and mentally. His encouragement, accountability, and belief in me helped me rebuild confidence when I didn’t yet have it for myself. He created a space where progress felt achievable and setbacks felt manageable, not discouraging.
This journey has been as much spiritual as it has been physical. Along the way, I continually asked God for strength and guidance, trusting Him to help me fulfill what I believe He has called me to do. I’ve been reminded that my body is His temple, and I am called to care for it so I can serve others well.
Through consistency, structure, and the supportive environment Andy has built at Sharp Health & Fitness, I began making meaningful, sustainable changes. Now, all of that has changed. I have so much energy and genuinely look forward to opportunities to travel, get outside, and be active with my family. I’m able to serve out of the overflow of my energy rather than exhaustion, and I feel stronger, healthier, and more aligned—physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Thank you, Andy, for your leadership, your patience, and your genuine investment in your clients. I’m incredibly grateful to be part of Sharp Health & Fitness and excited to continue this journey.
