Trinity Case Study:
How Lou Lost 28lbs With PCOS During Perimenopause
Lou Sinfield (45), Head of HR
“I have seen a steady reduction in weight and dropped two dress sizes so all my clothes either fit or are a bit loose. I never thought I’d see so much change and my measurements I still don’t quite believe! My health and mental health has been massively and positively impacted, and I feel proud of my achievements and committed to life long changes.”
Lou joined TRINITY feeling sluggish, uncomfortable in her clothes and stuck after years of restrictive dieting that no longer worked. Juggling a high-stress home life with four teenagers and ongoing family health challenges, she didn’t think she had the time or energy to focus on herself. But by shifting away from extreme dieting, fuelling her body properly and following a more manageable training approach, everything changed. She’s now over 12kg down, stronger, more confident and no longer avoiding social situations, with a sustainable routine that fits around her life and supports her long-term health.
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The 3 Steps Lou Followed to Drop 2 Dress Sizes in Her 40s...
When Lou joined us her weight was at an all-time high. The diets that used to work were doing nothing anymore and she was struggling with severe anxiety that she later realised was due to perimenopause. However, by working with her changing body and hormones we were able to turn everything around, dropping 2 stone and 2 dress sizes in just 7 months and significantly reducing her menopause symptoms…
Step 1 – Diet Makeover
Lou was struggling trying to eat 1200 calories a day when she joined us, yet blowing out in the evenings on wine and chocolate to deal with work stress. This kind of situation always requires a hard reset – moderation is not possible until the bad habits have been broken, gut bacteria restored and cravings reduced with it. We started this process by eliminating specific trigger foods for 2 weeks, which reduced Lou’s anxiety and menopause symptoms, and she no longer felt the urge to raid the cupboards in the evenings. We then increased Lou’s daily calorie intake by almost 500 calories a day, and shifted her nutrition plan to a PCOS-friendly approach that meant the weight started coming off quickly and easily.
Step 2 – Switched Cardio to LIST
When Lou joined us she was scale-obsessed. This meant she was terrified of building muscle as she thought it would stop her from seeing weight loss on the scales. However, what Lou hadn’t realised, is years of starvation dieting and cardio had broken down so much muscle that her metabolism had ground to a halt and weight loss felt impossible. By focusing on LIST (low-impact strength training) just three times a week, and combining it with the right nutrition, we rebuilt Lou’s muscle, strength and metabolism so she could start losing weight effectively again, whilst toning up all over. Now she’s not just 28lbs lighter, but also more toned than she’s been in years.
Step 3 – Coaching & Accountability
Having a split household with four children and stepchildren living together, many of which are neurodiverse, Lou’s family life is never peaceful. All of this is on top of a demanding job as Head of HR for a national company. Rather than waiting for the perfect time when life was no longer stressful (that isn’t happening any time soon!), we helped Lou find healthier coping mechanisms that didn’t impact her weight or health. Lou’s coach Jen simplified everything, ensure the plan fitted around her busy life so it felt manageable. Jen also kept her accountable during challenging times – Lou said, “I couldn’t have done this myself,” but together with the right support and accountability she has been able to lose the stubborn weight and keep it off for the first time in a long time!
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Jen Carman-Chart
A highly-experienced personal trainer with over 12 years of expertise gained in both the UK and Australia. She has worked with professional sports teams and diverse clients, focusing on helping women improve metabolism, energy, and fitness through a balanced, holistic approach to health and wellness.
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