At Fit House, we believe fitness is for everyone—and Lois is living proof. After decades of struggling with weight loss, trying every diet and workout plan imaginable, Lois found lasting success through strength training, proper nutrition, and the right support system.
Today, she shares how she lost over 140 pounds, found her strongest self, and changed her family’s future.
Starting at 304 Pounds: Why Lois Knew She Had to Change
For Lois, the motivation was deeply personal.
She wanted to be active with her children—to run, play, and participate fully in their lives. She had tried to lose weight many times before, sometimes succeeding temporarily, but always gaining it back.
When a friend (and Fit House member) encouraged her to call us, she almost didn’t, believing she needed to lose more weight first before joining a strength training gym.
She quickly learned that was a myth.
“You Don’t Have to Lose Weight Before Strength Training”
One of Lois’ biggest breakthroughs was realizing that strength training is not just for “fit people.”
In fact, building muscle and getting stronger was the key to her weight loss success, not endless cardio.
At Fit House, we met her at her starting level: squatting to a box, focusing on form and fundamentals. Over time, Lois built the strength and confidence to now have squat and deadlift maxes of over 200 pounds, something she never thought possible when she started.
Today, strength training 4 days a week (paired with brisk walking) is the foundation of her fitness routine.
Balancing Fitness, Family, and Nutrition
Lois has a busy family life like so many of us.
Her strategy?
Early workouts — before the kids are awake and before work starts.
Meal prepping and planning ahead — having cooked protein and veggies ready to grab.
Involving her family — her daughter often cooks with her, making healthy eating a family affair.
Whether she’s packing carrots and chicken for a kids’ sports event or fitting in a workout before sunrise, Lois shows that preparation and consistency are key.
Progress Beyond the Scale: Why Strength Numbers Matter
One of Lois’ favorite parts of training is seeing her strength numbers go up, not just watching the scale go down.
As she says, “Seeing the numbers go up every week keeps me motivated.”
Getting stronger physically reinforced her mental strength and confidence, even when the scale moved slowly (especially in the later stages of weight loss).
Lois reminds us that progress isn’t just about weight—it’s about building a body that can do more.
Top 3 Tips From Lois for Anyone Starting Out
1. Get professional help.
Trying to figure it all out alone can be overwhelming. Having a coach and a proven program made all the difference.
2. Find accountability partners.
Lois trains with a group at Fit House and credits her workout buddies with helping her stay consistent.
3. Track and weigh your food.
It’s not glamorous, but it works. Keeping it simple and sticking to the plan helped her stay on course.
Overcoming Mental Hurdles
Perhaps the hardest part of Lois’ journey wasn’t the workouts. It was the mental battle.
After years of failed attempts, it was difficult not to fear failure again. She even kept her “fat clothes” for a long time, afraid the success wouldn’t last.
But with the right support, she built resilience, broke old patterns, and kept moving forward, even when progress was slow or uncomfortable.
Lois’ Final Advice: “Don’t Wait.”
If you’re thinking about starting but don’t know how, Lois has a message for you:
“Reach out. Don’t wait. This is how you start.”
The hardest part is often just taking the first step. At Fit House, we’re here to guide you through it—no matter where you’re starting from.
Ready to Start Your Own Transformation?
Whether you live in Kenmore, Tonawanda, or a nearby Buffalo-area neighborhood, there’s never been a better time to join the Fit House family. Just as Lois did, we invite you to see for yourself why so many locals call us the best gym in Kenmore and Tonawanda.
🚀 We’re offering you a complimentary strategy session to help you get started. Come talk to a trainer about your goals, what has not worked in the past, and how Fit House can be the solution for a plan that works—for good.
Here’s to the next chapter. Here’s to you!
About the author
Chris Rombola
Chris is the owner of Fit House. He's run the training departments at several commercial gyms, and after years of seeing how awful those environments were for his clients, he opened his own studio. He is devoted to getting people strong, lean, and healthy.
Recent Comments