World-leading fat loss expertise
Why is fat loss so difficult?
The fundamental science of fat loss is actually very straightforward. Eat less, move more and create a consistent calorie deficit and you will lose fat. Simple. Then why are so many people struggling to maintain a healthy bodyweight and control their diet, no matter how many different approaches they try? There is no universal answer. But working with thousands of clients every year worldwide, we see people making the same key mistakes when it comes to successful fat loss.
- Taking an all-or-nothing approach
- Setting wildly unrealistic goals
- Following restrictive and unsustainable diets
- Lacking education on how to eat healthily
- Fooling yourself over what you think you eat versus what you actually eat
- Following the latest fitness fad for a few weeks
- Focusing solely on cardio workouts
- Having no accountability to see your goals through to the end
- Not having a long-term mindset
Fat loss myths
Fat loss is a process. There is no magic to it. But when people repeatedly try and fail to lose weight, it can reinforce myths and falsehoods about fat loss that are simply not true.
Science, experience and our track record prove that with the right approach, anybody can and will lose weight, no matter what their age, ability or starting point.
“I can’t lose weight because I have a slow metabolism’.”
“I can’t lose weight because I am too old’.”
“I can’t lose weight because of my genetics’.”
“I can’t lose weight because I have tried everything’.”
A scientific approach to fat loss
What makes our model so efficient and effective at delivering remarkable fat loss results is that everything we do is built on hard science and driven by data. We track every progress metric imaginable to give clients quantifiable results and measurable outcomes, while continually refining our methodology. Our proven model, our in-depth data and the positive health outcomes we can demonstrate are now part of a series of ground-breaking collaborative research projects with scientists at Cambridge University and the University of California. These preliminary studies show: 1. Our clients reduced their BMI from the ‘overweight’ to ‘normal’ range on average over 12 weeks. 2. Our clients with hypertension reduced their systolic blood pressure from 149.2 to 118.5 mmHg over an average of 96 days. 3. Our clients’ personal goals determine their weight loss. Some lose fat but gain lean body mass. Others may lose 30, 40 or even 50kg. But, on average, our clients lost 6kg (13lbs) over a 12-week period, according to our data globally . What this gives clients is confidence that UP FITNESS is the most effective system in the world for fat loss that delivers tangible results in short time frames.
'Maximum results, minimum time' - Consistency leaves clues
No other personal training business can demonstrate the scale of fat loss results with thousands of clients that we can. Other gyms leave your results to the discretion of the individual trainer. We do not. Our data-led model and accountability systems mean that you get a consistent and predictable service with us. So, if you are willing to commit and follow our guidance to the letter, you will achieve life-changing results like so many of our successful clients globally…
Why is excess body fat so harmful?
Excess body fat is harmful to so many aspects of your health. The more overweight you are, the greater the risk you have of chronic disease, cancer, depression, cognitive decline and premature death. The cold hard facts make for sobering reading:
Being overweight cuts your life expectancy by 3 years. Being severely obese cuts your life expectancy by 10 years.
Obesity is responsible for up to 10% of cancer cases and causes 13 different types of cancer, including cancer of the breast, liver, bowel, stomach and uterus and ovary.
The risk of coronary heart disease, which can lead to heart attacks, heart failure and strokes, increases by 32% in overweight people and 81% in people classed as obese.
A stroke – where the blood supply to your brain is cut off – is one of the world’s biggest killers and causes of long-term disability. Your risk of suffering a stroke increases by 22% if you are overweight. This risk triples if you are obese.
People who are overweight or obese are 7 times more likely to develop the disease, which can cause of raft of serious health complications including heart disease, stroke, vision problems, nerve and kidney damage and dementia.
People who are overweight at middle age are 71% more likely to develop dementia. For obese middle-aged people, their risk rises fourfold. Alarmingly, people who are overweight during middle age are 95% more likely to develop Alzheimer’s, with obese middle-aged people 343% more likely to develop the condition in later life.
Obese people are 45% more likely to suffer from depression compared to people of a healthy weight.
Why fat loss is important
Losing even a modest amount of body fat can give you a cascade of positive benefits that will improve your health and quality of life. The most dangerous health risks of obesity – cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, hypertension and osteoarthritis – can be significantly reduced Many of our clients at UP FITNESS will see objective improvements in health markers, such as blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol, and more subjective metrics such as mood, cognition, focus, energy and self-esteem.
What the scientific research says:
When it comes to the practical, real-world application of proven fat loss methods, UP FITNESS has no equal. Our programs are rooted in science and guided by experience. It might not be ‘sexy’, but our success comes from simplicity. We value careful planning, attention to detail and consistency. You only need to look at the incredible results achieved by countless clients who have faithfully followed the UP FITNESS methodology to see how it can work for anyone. Our world-leading results are built on six key cornerstones:
- Losing just 5-10% of your total bodyweight can improve blood pressure, cholesterol, and reduce your risk of diabetes.
- Dropping just 2-4.5kg (4.4-10lbs) in weight lowers the risk of breast cancer in women over 50 by 13%. This increases to 26% for women losing 9kg (20lbs) or more.
- Carrying just an extra 4.5kg (10lbs) increases the pressure on your knees and lower body joints by 18kg (40lbs). Losing weight and keeping it off makes you much less likely to develop arthritis in later life.
- Reducing your weight is associated with greater life expectancy for people with diabetes - weight loss of around 15kg (33lbs) often results in total remission of type 2 diabetes.
- Drastic improvements in mental health are shown to occur in people living with depressive symptoms after weight loss.
Goal setting
We take a scientific approach to fat loss. This starts with helping you form clear, measurable and attainable goals – then lay out a roadmap to get you there.
Strength training
Our personalised programs focus on effective and highly-targeted weight training with world-class coaching and expertise to get the absolute maximum out of every single rep.
Precision nutrition
We created a personalised diet for you. Macronutrient-calculated and built on our simple principles, your diet will deliver measurable fat loss results and give you a blueprint to stay in shape for life.
Habit building
Our trainers help you learn and cement healthy habits into your lifestyle around exercise, diet, sleep and stress management to achieve great results, and maintain them long-term.
Accountability systems
We keep you laser-focused on your goal through our systems of accountability. Our supportive partnership approach, working with you both inside and outside of the gym, ensures you get results.
Data tracking
Our UP Transform app is built on our world-leading expertise and helps you track and measure every progress metric imaginable. We can take data-led decisions to accelerate your progress, enhance your results and show quantifiable outcomes.
Fat loss results from our clients
Roy's transformation
Roy wanted to get healthy for his children and grandchildren. Weighing 120kg (264lbs) and suffering from arthritis, he was unable to walk more than 10 minutes. The spectre of diabetes and heart disease worried him too. Roy has lost 40kg (88lbs), improved his health markers, and he's so fit that he's back playing football at 57 again.
Zrinka's transformation
Zrinka had always struggled with her weight. Moving to a new city made it worse. When doctors flagged up dangerously high cholesterol levels, she made a commitment to change her life with UP FITNESS. After making an incredible 53kg (117lbs) transformation, she is happy, confident and back in control of her health.
Dan's transformation
Dan had struggled with his weight for years – he was 117kg (258lbs). 31-year-old Dan lost 40kg (88lbs) to completely transform his health, beating high blood pressure and cholesterol. With a structured, methodical and data-driven approach, Dan just followed the process and achieved results he would never have been able to achieve alone.
Susan's transformation
Susan feared she was heading down the same path as her mother who sadly died as a result of diabetes. She had made caring for her ailing mum the focus of her life, but now she needed to focus on herself. Putting her health in the hands of the experts at UP FITNESS helped her lose 21kg (46lbs) and feel great again in her fifties.
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