Mary's Story

After battling with my weight all of my life (my mother sent me to boarding school when I was 12yrs old to lose weight) and yo-yo dieting all my adult life, I decided to try something different after seeing a friend from Curves lose 9kg with an Exercise Physiologist named Ray Kelly. The first week the results were an amazing 3.7kg. All up I have lost 6.8kg in 4 weeks. The program is quite strict food-wise, but I never felt hungry, ever! I discovered my problem was mainly salt, carbs, and wine. I have now gone from 78.8kg to 72kg, and feel so much happier and healthier. Ray is a very motivated mentor, he is kind and understanding, very enthusiastic, and wants to get results, like yourself. I have been surprised how well this program has worked for me. I have tried many others, without much success.

Kerry's Story

I’m a 67 year old retired male that used to sit down at the job 12 hours per day. I was forced into retirement by illness at 66 years of age and being a sufferer of Angina, Stage 2 diabetic, and Sleep Apnoea as well as 2 arthritic feet and weighing between 115Kg and 117Kg my family doctor referred me to see Ray Kelly, Exercise Physiologist, to assist me in a weight loss programme. I being the optimist I am, went to visit Ray with the belief that if I couldn’t lose weight myself, no one else is going to be able to do it for me. I had difficulty walking without angina pain and arthritic pain in my feet and was terribly short of breath after a short distance. Well after speaking to Ray my attitude was completely reversed. I decided at once to listen to him and change my habits and follow his instructions and eating the diet to the letter I am now in my fifth week and my weight has dropped from 115kg to 103kg and still going down. I can now walk 2 kilometres every day without any pain and I now don’t need to use my Cpap [sleep Apnoea] machine when sleeping. Clothes I have had in my closet for years now fit and I have had to dispose of many items that no longer fit me. I am continuing to attend Ray’s clinic and be guided by him to attain a better goal weight than I originally set for myself. May I conclude by saying that if anyone wishes to become a better healthy person, make your first contact with Ray Kelly.

Linda's Story

I had my first visit with Ray 10 weeks ago. My Doctor advised me to see Ray and I went with great trepidation and embarrassment. I badly lacked confidence and self-esteem being a 63 year old woman weighing 126.8kg and only 155cm tall. I was wearing size 26 clothes and very overwhelmed by the thought of what lay ahead. From the first time I saw Ray he gave me the confidence and self-belief that I could achieve a healthy weight and fitness. At the time of my first visit with Ray I had very limited mobility (arthritis in joints) and had great difficulty doing the most simple of household tasks. Ray even had to do up my shoelaces for me. In the ten weeks with Ray I have lost 21kg (how good is that!) and now walk for at least 1 hour every day. I can do my housework with no difficulty now and can also do up my own shoelaces. From Day 1, Ray’s encouragement and support gave me the confidence and self-belief that I can achieve my goals for a healthy weight and fitness. My goal is to lose at least 46kg. Ray, words can’t express my appreciation for what you have done for me. Your kindness and confidence building is unsurpassed and I know that with your continued help I will achieve and maintain my goals.

Clint's Story

Ray Kelly is amazing. Up until the August 8th 2011, my life was going no where, and I was at the biggest I ever have been sitting on 145kgs. I had my first EPC (Enhanced Primary Care) referral from my Doctor to meet Ray on this day and I can honestly say he has changed my life. I don’t know how he does it but the man oozes confidence, positive energy, and every word he speaks I took on board with the belief that I can turn my life around, and sitting here writing this testimonial I can say I have done that. Within 15 weeks I have gone from not being able to walk for more then 10min on a treadmill to jogging on it for 30mins without a worry in hell. I think that just the way he comes across as a person towards you, with the attitude of being on the level of a person who is obese and not healthy to start with is the most that counts. Like I walked in to meet him the first time and thought to myself, this is just another dietician etc, but no he is a lot more then that. 

Christine's Story

My name is Christine and I am writing this testimonial to say how life changing Ray Kelly’s program is. I started the program on the 8th August 2011, I weighed 149.6kg and at that stage in my life I didn’t care if I didn’t wake up of a morning. I slept in till midday most days and did next to no movement as my joints ached I really was in a dark place as I had tried nearly every weight loss program around and had given up on life. After my first visit with Ray I decided I would at least give his program a try. I struggled to walk the 5 minutes every hour between 9am and 3pm as he asked but did it. I also followed his eating plan which by the way is plenty of fresh food. Now 16 weeks later I have lost a total of 29.1kg and can now walk for 90 minutes non stop. I can now go to the shopping centres and walk around which I used to avoid because of the pain and breathlessness. My doctor has now taken me of Atacand for my blood pressure.I can now have a bath which I was unable to do, I could only shower. I am so grateful to Ray for helping me to turn my life around with his motivation and encouragement. I now look forward to each day and I am a happier,healthier and more confident person now and even though I am only part way through my journey to be where I want to be I know I will get there.

Jim's Story

I am writing to sincerely thank you for introducing me to your wonderful program. I have tried many diets and fads during my adult life, with fleeting results, all ending with my putting the weight back on. In September, I was diagnosed with renal cancer – a very large tumour was found in my left kidney. I also had other health issues, as a result of being overweight. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, impaired fasting glucose and inability or lack of motivation to exercise. After surgery, my GP and my renal specialist both stressed the necessity to lose weight and get moving, otherwise the consequences would eventually be dialysis, resulting in a much shorter life span. My GP referred me to you, as she had had other patients who had achieved great success after being introduced to your program. From my very first visit, I have been very motivated and inspired by you. I have been overwhelmed by the life changing experience. As a result of my change of diet and exercise, and within a short period of time, I have lost considerable weight, resulting in my blood pressure, my cholesterol and my insulin levels now considered in the acceptable or normal range. I now feel very encouraged and enthusiastic in continuing with your healthy lifestyle program. I have more kilos to lose, and am very confident that I can achieve my goal weight. Your program has enabled me to take control and I have no doubt that I will maintain my new lifestyle changes for the rest of my years.

Mark's Story

In early December, I was diagnosed with severe sleep apnea. Procedures were set in place to help with this condition, and one of the recommendations was that I needed to lose weight to assist my breathing while sleeping and to reduce the risk of other medical conditions. I was referred to Ray Kelly by my doctor and I first saw him on December 11. Whilst I knew I had put on weight, I truly had not realised how big I had become. It was obvious I had to make some serious lifestyle changes. The mask I wore at night for sleep apnea helped me get better rest, and thus have some more energy during the day. However, Ray Kelly put me on the right track regarding diet and exercise, what not to eat or snack on, but still having wholesome meals and occasional snacks. Christmas and all the festivities were going to be a test – but by this time, I was already losing weight and feeling better, so it really wasn’t difficult to mainly stick to my program. It took willpower, but the incentive was greater than the temptation to lapse back. I have got my old energy levels back, I no longer have “nanna naps”, I feel fitter – and I’ve lost 21 kilos in 6 weeks! The only downside is I keep having to buy new trousers! 

Drew's Story

If you are overweight and have been struggling to lose weight and be healthier, don’t despair! I had given up trying to lose weight and couldn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. In fact, I couldn’t even see the tunnel, let alone the light at the end! My doctor referred me to Ray Kelly, and since then not only have I lost weight, but my whole attitude to eating has changed. Ray is a unique man, with the ability to instill confidence in you and motivate you. Ray’s outlook and attitude are contagious. When I left Ray’s office I had total belief in myself and knew that if I simply stayed on Ray’s program I would lose weight. Success was inevitable because Ray had ‘shown me the way’ and believed in me. Thank you Ray for giving me my life back. I have lost 17kg in 5 weeks and I am almost half way to my goal weight. I know that I am certain to both reach and maintain a healthier weight. I feel physically and emotionally great and recommend Ray’s program to anyone and everyone! Go see Ray if you want to lose weight. If you do, the next testimonial you read here could be your own.

Phill's Story

I am 47 years old, and I have always had a weight problem. I used to think it was just me, just the way I was born, just the way it is. I had watched what I ate over the years to a degree. Even lost a little bit of weight here and there. But then it would just stop, gain a kilo here, lose another there. The scales were like a yo-yo, but slowly ever increasing upwards and onwards. Life changed dramatically for me in March 2015 when I ended a 21 year marriage, emotionally and physically. I was quickly into another relationship and didn’t really care on the surface what was happening, though on the inside I cared very much at what was inevitably happening. I could feel the kilos mounting fast. I knew I had to get back to basics. I had to do it right. I had to do it NOW!!! I had heard about Ray and his outstanding team and thought, “well you might as well give it a go Phill” May I say I am very glad I did. I started a 10 week program with Ray Kelly Fitness and I am absolutely astounded by the results. Here I am at the half way point, 5 weeks in with a total loss so far of 13kgs and still going. I simply can not speak high enough about Ray, his knowledge, his recipes with beautiful fresh food and of course his results which directly flow on to the user. All the foods I have eaten on this program are delicious, healthy and are ultimately repairing me physically, mentally and giving me a greater longevity of life to enjoy with my beautiful daughter. I implore anyone who reads this to give it a try. I guarantee you will not be disappointed.

Jenny's Story

My name is Jenny.  I am 61 years old and I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes approx. 20 years ago. At the time of the diagnosis I maintained a health weight for several years, however over the last 10 years my weight increased  to approx. 150 kg and my blood sugar levels increased to the point where my doctor told me that I would be looking at having to use Insulin if I did not do something to stabilise my blood sugar levels.  That was a wake up call I needed. My Diabetic Educator introduced me to Ray Kelly Fitness, and my journey to  healthy eating began in 2015.  I dropped weight rapidly on the eating plan, but as well as losing the weight to reduce my blood sugar levels I regained my life. Initially I couldn’t walk to the corner of our road without my hips and knees aching. I am now able to exercise, walking daily with my husband and 2 Labradors, go to the beach, do Reformer Pilates, aqua aerobics, my joints don’t hurt and I can put on my shoes and socks with ease! The simple things people take for granted. Apart from that my doctor is pleased with my progress, I have reduced my medication for both the diabetes as well as blood pressure medication. I very quickly dropped 50 kilos in weight, and over the last year I have maintained that weight and sit at approx. 96 kilos.  I still hope to lose more weight.  Many thanks to Kent and Ray Kelly Fitness, your encouragement and optimism for my success have helped me every step of the way!