How BMF Nutrition Coaching Helped Me Lose Over 15 Pounds, Improve My Digestion, and Finally Feel Like Myself Again
Testimonial by a Laura Toubin
I’m a late-40s female (not quite 50 yet, but getting close!) who’s been facing the changes that come with perimenopause for several years now. I’m a wife, a mom of two, and I work full-time in a high-stress, travel-heavy job. In other words: I’m busy.
I’ve always made an effort to stay active and eat healthy. Most of our meals are home-cooked, with protein, veggies, and a starch on the plate. I limit processed foods and have worked out on and off for years. But over the last 5–6 years, I started struggling with frustrating weight gain, constant fatigue, digestive discomfort, and nagging aches and pains that just wouldn’t go away.
Even after I got back to the gym consistently—about three times a week—I wasn’t seeing or feeling the results I wanted. That’s when I decided to work with Allie, the nutrition coach at BMF Training.
The Turning Point: Personalized Nutrition Coaching
I had never worked with a nutritionist before, but something clearly wasn’t working and I needed help. Allie stepped in with a calm, encouraging, and science-based approach. We started small—just tracking what I was eating and making a few changes at a time.
One of the biggest shifts early on was increasing my protein intake and overall calories. I was hesitant at first—after all, most people associate eating more with gaining weight. But I reminded myself to trust the process.
After a few months of working together, we decided to try a short-term carnivore reset, followed by a keto-based approach that eliminated inflammatory foods. It was my personal “back to basics,” and it worked.
The Results: Weight Loss, Energy, and Confidence
Within the first 3 weeks, I had lost 8 pounds. My rings fit looser, my digestion had improved, and I had noticeably more energy and mental clarity. For the first time in years, I felt like my body was finally responding. I knew I was on the right track.
We added 2 more workouts per week—mixing in cardio and yoga—and I started averaging 10,000 steps a day through daily walks. If you had told me a year ago that I’d be training 5 days a week and walking daily, I would’ve said you were crazy. But here I am—15 pounds down, clothes fitting better, sleeping more soundly, and finally feeling more like me.
Why BMF’s Nutrition Program Works
What makes this different from every “diet” I’ve tried before? It’s sustainable, personalized, and supported.
Here’s what sets BMF’s Nutrition Coaching apart:
✅ Personalized plans based on your goals and lifestyle
✅ Regular check-ins and support to stay accountable
✅ In-depth bloodwork review to uncover root issues
✅ Evidence-based protocols that actually work
✅ A coach (like Allie!) who truly listens and cares
Allie isn’t just a nutritionist—she’s my biggest cheerleader, investigator, and educator. She brings passion and curiosity to every call and text. She takes time to dig into my labs and explain what’s really going on with my body—and how we can support it.
If you're feeling stuck, dealing with unexplained weight gain, digestive issues, or just know that something feels off—don’t ignore it. And don’t go at it alone.
I had a doctor telling me to “eat more protein, cut carbs, eliminate dairy…” but no real guidance on how to make that fit into my life. Allie helped me do just that—and it’s made all the difference.
Her goal is to eventually help me get to a place where I don’t need her—but I’ll always be grateful that I had her in my corner when I needed it most.
Ready to take control of your health, energy, and performance?
Work with our team at BMF Training and let us help you build a nutrition plan that fits your life and fuels your goals.
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