Ivy’s Story at TSquared Lab
Ivy’s Story at TSquared Lab
Ivy, a 48-year-old banking professional, recently began a journey to improve her physical fitness at TSquared Lab. During her time there, she teamed up with Derek, who quickly became both her guide and motivator, helping Ivy, make meaningful changes to her lifestyle.
Ivy’s goal was weight loss and gaining strength and confidence. “I’m not so young anymore,” she admitted, “so I wanted to get stronger and really know how to use all the machines properly.” Before joining, her workouts were “inconsistent,” she explained. Derek saw her drive and tailored a plan to help her reach her goals, saying, “She’s here to build more muscle, and that’s exactly what we’re focusing on.”
Ivy’s initial goal was to gain muscle and knowledge. “Before this, I only did cardio, like spinning,” she said. Derek’s program focused on body recomposition, targeting her desire to “lose body fat but maintain weight.” As he explained, “We’re not aiming for drastic weight loss but instead changing the ratio of muscle to fat.” This way, her body would become leaner without the need for a dramatic scale change, which perfectly aligned with her goals.
Ivy, a 48-year-old banking professional, recently began a journey to improve her physical fitness at TSquared Lab. During her time there, she teamed up with Derek, who quickly became both her guide and motivator, helping Ivy, make meaningful changes to her lifestyle.
Ivy reduced her body fat percentage from 26% to 21.5%, a total drop of 5.5%, over a six-month period.
She lost 3 kilograms, going from 55 kg to 52 kg while focusing on improving her body composition rather than just losing weight.
Due to her lean physique, Ivy's clothing size changed from M or L to S, marking a tangible result of her fitness progress.
Ivy’s goal was weight loss and gaining strength and confidence. “I’m not so young anymore,” she admitted, “so I wanted to get stronger and really know how to use all the machines properly.” Before joining, her workouts were “inconsistent,” she explained. Derek saw her drive and tailored a plan to help her reach her goals, saying, “She’s here to build more muscle, and that’s exactly what we’re focusing on.”
Ivy’s initial goal was to gain muscle and knowledge. “Before this, I only did cardio, like spinning,” she said. Derek’s program focused on body recomposition, targeting her desire to “lose body fat but maintain weight.” As he explained, “We’re not aiming for drastic weight loss but instead changing the ratio of muscle to fat.” This way, her body would become leaner without the need for a dramatic scale change, which perfectly aligned with her goals.
I’ve actually changed my lifestyle a bit. I’m more conscious of what I eat now, and with Derek’s advice on nutrition guidelines, I’m mindful of what I put into my body. Also, my training has improved. I now know how to use the machines correctly and get the most out of my workouts.”
I’ve actually changed my lifestyle a bit. I’m more conscious of what I eat now, and with Derek’s advice on nutrition guidelines, I’m mindful of what I put into my body. Also, my training has improved. I now know how to use the machines correctly and get the most out of my workouts.”
Ivy reduced her body fat percentage from 26% to 21.5%, a total drop of 5.5%, over a six-month period.
She lost 3 kilograms, going from 55 kg to 52 kg while focusing on improving her body composition rather than just losing weight.
Due to her lean physique, Ivy's clothing size changed from M or L to S, marking a tangible result of her fitness progress.
Ivy credited Derek’s guidance for helping her understand nutrition without feeling restricted. “I’m on a diet, but it’s not about cutting everything out,” she shared. Derek guided her to eat more protein and understand macro tracking. “It’s more about accountability,” Derek explained, “making sure she stays on track without taking away her enjoyment of food.” The structured approach allowed her to stay disciplined yet comfortable with her new habits.
Over time, Ivy’s efforts showed dramatic results. “I’ve lost around 3kgs and lowered my body fat by 5.5%,” she said, thrilled by the change. Derek expanded on her success: “Her body fat dropped from 26% to 21.5%, and while she’s lost 3 kilos, the transformation is mainly in her muscle definition.” This careful approach meant she achieved a leaner and more muscular body composition.
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Ivy’s improvements extended beyond just physical appearance. Her strength transformed her spinning sessions, where she could now handle faster speeds and higher resistance. “I can spin faster now,” she shared with pride. “My hamstrings are stronger, so I can keep up with the double-time pace.” Derek noted her progress, saying, “It’s great to see her endurance and timing improve—it really shows how her strength training is helping in other areas.”
With her new physique, Ivy found herself needing a wardrobe refresh. “I used to be between M or L,” she laughed, “but now I fit into S!” Derek celebrated her success with her, saying, “Her waist size went down, her confidence went up—it’s a complete transformation.” Looking back, Ivy feels healthier and more empowered than ever, she is grateful for her dedication and Derek’s guidance as she continues on her fitness journey.
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