"I have always struggled with my weight. In high school and college I managed to lose a lot of it since I had so much free time to focus on myself. I even ran a half marathon at 19. But as I got older and entered the workforce that started to become a lot harder. I let my health and body take a backseat and although I tried over and over to get to that healthier version of myself, it proved so difficult.
 
I decided I needed help, which was hard to ask for when it came to something that is as personal as this. I had to put that fear aside because I realized I couldn't do this alone. That's when Ali came into the picture. I was ready to make a change, but needed the guidance and support that only a health and fitness coach could offer. So I started on his R.O.Y program (Return on Yourself). 
 
Ali allowed me to not just understand the habits I needed to change to become healthier, but to truly know and believe how integral everyday decisions and consistency were to getting me to where I wanted to go - a more energetic, mobile, active and happier version of myself. 
 
He kept me on track when I got distracted, and motivated me when things got hard. His expertise in fitness and nutrition was expansive, but always centered around easy to understand principles. True and tested methods to make this change, without feeling like I had to give everything up. I was surprised that I could still eat some of my favorite foods, especially those Colombian staples that I always had growing up. There was even room to still have to go out on the weekends and have a few drinks, but having the ability to center back on the weekdays when I had to get back to work. 
 
With all the things that I learned throughout my 6 months with Ali the biggest was the shift in my mindset. He cultivated in me an ability to center my priorities over my wants, and gave me the knowledge to balance my nutrition without depriving myself. I am so thankful for his cautious guidance and friendship throughout this process. I know these habits will stick, because this transformation was far beyond the physical. For this I am so grateful. I truly recommend anyone who is serious about becoming healthier and more vibrant for themselves and their families to check out his program and see if you are a good fit. It will change your life!"