Success Stories

Real Results From Real People

These are the stories of everyday Mesa residents who decided to make a change. Their journeys prove that with the right support, lasting transformation is possible for anyone.

Featured Transformations

Lost 32 lbs, more energy

Sarah M., 34

6 months program

The Challenge:

Between work and the kids, I had zero time for myself. Every gym membership I bought went unused. I felt exhausted and completely out of shape.

The Plan:

Brandon showed me I only needed 60-90 minutes per week. The SMRT sessions are so efficient—no wasted time. I come in, work hard for 30 minutes, and get back to my life.

The Result:

Six months later, I'm down 32 pounds, but what I love most is the energy. I'm not crashing at 3pm anymore. And the semi-private setting means I'm never embarrassed—it's just me, the coach, and 2 other people working hard.

“As a busy mom of two, I thought I'd never find time for fitness. But 30-minute sessions 3x a week? That I can do. Down 32 pounds in 6 months and I actually have energy to keep up with my kids.”

Lost 40 lbs, pain-free

Mike R., 58

12 months program

The Challenge:

Decades of desk work had caught up with me. Bad shoulders, stiff back, and I'd gained 45 pounds since my 40s. I thought serious exercise was behind me.

The Plan:

The SMRT method is designed for safety first—controlled movements, coached form, smart progression. Every exercise was modified for my body. Nothing hurt, but everything worked.

The Result:

A year in, I'm down 40 pounds, my back pain is gone, and I'm hiking trails I couldn't dream of before. My wife says I look 10 years younger. The 30-minute sessions are perfect for my schedule.

“At 58, I was afraid I was too old to start. The coaches here proved me wrong. They work around my limitations and I've never felt safer exercising. Stronger now than I was at 40.”

Sustainable habits, 25 lbs lost

Jennifer T., 29

6 months program

The Challenge:

Every Monday was a fresh start that never lasted. Keto, paleo, counting everything—I'd lose weight then gain it back plus more. I was exhausted by the cycle.

The Plan:

Instead of a meal plan, we worked on practical strategies. How to eat at restaurants, what to do when stressed, how to stay consistent through holidays and travel.

The Result:

For the first time ever, I'm not on a diet. I just... eat well. I've maintained my weight loss for over a year without feeling restricted. It's genuinely sustainable.

“I'd tried every diet—nothing stuck past a month. The nutrition coaching here isn't about restriction. It's about building habits that fit my actual life. Haven't 'started over Monday' in a year.”

Lost 50 lbs, overcame gym anxiety

David K., 42

8 months program

The Challenge:

Big gyms made me anxious. I'd walk in, not know what to do, feel like everyone was watching, and leave after 10 minutes. It happened dozens of times.

The Plan:

At Greenlight, there's never more than 3 people. The coach tells me exactly what to do. I don't have to figure anything out or feel lost. It's like having the gym to myself.

The Result:

I actually look forward to sessions now. The transformation program with training + nutrition got me down 50 pounds. But beating my gym anxiety? That's the real win.

“I was terrified of gyms—total gym anxiety. Greenlight's private studio with only 3 people max changed everything. No crowds, no judgment, just me focused on getting better.”