It takes a lot of courage to air your biggest weakness on national TV, no matter how stunning the final results are. For Extreme Weight Loss participant Ashley Hylton, who started her journey at 325 lbs, setting a healthy example for her family was the top benefit of going on the show. The gorgeous figure and sparkling confidence she earned by year’s end was a well-deserved bonus. Ashley’s inspiring 12-month journey with TV Celebrity Transformation Specialists and Bod•ē Spokespeople Chris and Heidi Powell aired last night on ABC, and her dedication to healthy living has already affected thousands.
“I decided to go on Extreme Weight Loss because I realized that I was not the wife or mother that I dreamed of being,” shares Ashley, a professional photographer, young wife, and dedicated mother from Santa Maria, CA. “Another big reason I decided to do the show was because my self worth was so low. I just felt like giving up. I knew that I couldn’t help anyone else until I helped myself. The Bod•ē products have been such an amazing blessing to myself and my husband! We have literally used them every day since we started our weight loss journey. I would start my day waking up at 5 am to work out. The Bod•ē Burn was amazing first thing in the morning. It would give me that kick-start that I needed and the energy to get through early mornings.** When I started I couldn’t even wrap a 60-inch measuring tape around my waist. I’m happy to say that I have now lost 25 inches off my waist!”**
Overweight child, overweight parent
As a child, Ashley grew up loving softball, and despite being overweight she kept playing until high school, when she was told that she ran too slowly between bases. Friendly, talented, and artistic, Ashley built a career in photography and eventually married her boyfriend Jason. The couple’s first pregnancy resulted in an extremely premature delivery and the death of their daughter just two hours after she was born, which Ashley blames on her obesity. Their second child, a healthy boy, is now five and was a big motivator in Ashley’s transformation.
“I have this huge fear of ruining my son’s life,” Ashley said. “Simple things like playing on the playground with my son were becoming difficult. My energy level was so low that it was easier for me to turn on the TV for him than to go outside and play. I didn’t want my son to grow up with a mom like that. I wanted him to experience what it’s like to have a happy, healthy parent.” She says that her weight also held her back as a photographer, making travel difficult. When Chris Powell chose her for the show, Ashley committed to Chris’s program, which included long, strenuous workouts, film crews popping up at her home for a year, and a strict carb-cycling eating program. During the year, Chris surprised Ashley with the chance to work out with Olympic Gold medalist softball pitcher Jennie Finch. Knowing how much Ashley loved landscape photography, Chris also sent her to Peru, where she and her husband hiked Machu Pichu and Ashley got the chance to take breathtaking photos at a World Heritage Site.
Building a healthy future together
During their weight loss journey, Ashley and Jason often exercised together, learned healthy eating habits and became Bod•ē fans. “Jason and I absolutely love the chocolate and vanilla Bod•ē Shakes! We get very creative when making them,” says Ashley. “We both have very busy schedules so it helps to be able to make a shake and run out the door. My 5 year old loves them too!” Jason kept up on the weight loss program and he and Ashley became a strong team, showing fans watching at home that couples that lose together can fall even deeper in love. “I lost 168 lbs and Jason lost 170 lbs,”** Ashley says. “I am so incredibly proud of what my husband and I have accomplished.”
Working with the Powells
Ashley says working with Chris and Heidi Powell has been unreal. “I have never met anyone more caring or authentic than Chris and Heidi. I really didn’t know what to expect with them. Were they really as nice in real life as they are on TV? Absolutely. They’re even better in person. They have taught me amazing lessons about myself, about life, integrity, and strength — inside and out. I would not be the person I am today without them. They are simply beautiful people.” She also appreciates all the support from Vemma with the Bod•ē products. “Thank you so much to Vemma. Vemma’s support and love has done amazing things for my family. I had so many goals and with your help I was able to achieve all them. We appreciate everything you have done for us!”
Life at 168 lbs lighter**
Since slimming down, Ashley’s experienced a boost in confidence. She has the energy to romp around at the park with her son, and for the first time since high school, she’s back to playing on a softball team. She’s a healthy, exuberant woman who feels blessed in love and lucky to work in her dream career, photography. “I feel absolutely amazing! Jason and I are finally able to live life and not feel like we just exist,” she says. “We are both so excited to see what the future holds for our family. One thing I love about having Jason by my side is that we can lean on each other when we feel like giving up. Staying healthy is a lifelong commitment and a lifelong battle. If we ever start to feel like things might be getting touchy, we plan on using the tools that we have learned from Chris, Heidi, each other, and from God. I have no doubt that we will be successful in the long run.”
*Results not typical, your results may vary. The success or failure of each individual is dependent on their own efforts. The Company has generally expected results which can be obtained by visiting http://VerveTruckers.com
**Results not typical, you may not do as well. Two pilot studies conducted by Vemma showed that 55 participants who followed the Vemma Bod•ē Transformation Plan for 12 weeks using Vemma Bod•ē Burn, Bod•ē Rest and Bod•ē Cleanse, lost an average of 14.8 pounds. Not all participants will complete the plan, or accurately follow the directions and guidelines of the plan. Vemma Nutrition Company recommends you follow a healthy approach to weight loss by consulting with your physician or healthcare provider before starting any new exercise, diet plan, nutrition or supplementation program, particularly if you suffer from any medical condition or regularly use prescription or over-the-counter medications. The Vemma Bod•ē products as part of the Vemma Bod•ē Transformation Plan should be used in conjunction with a healthy diet and 10 minutes of daily exercise.
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