Ellen Palmer
Fullerton, United States
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My name is Ellen Palmer. I am a teacher in Southern California. What prompted me to join the challenge was a serious knee injury that I sustained back in March.
I wish I had some amazing sports story about how I injured my knee. You know one where I tell you that although I'm 40 years old I'm still playing competitive volleyball. Sadly I can't. I'm embarrassed to say I injured my knee trying to stand up after using the toilet. You know you have hit your lowest when simple things like standing cause major injury!
I have accepted, that although I had been maintaining my pre-baby weight since my two boys where born (ages 6 and 3) I had become what my husband likes to call "skinny fat" (phrase used to describe people who look fit and healthy on the surface yet, due to a lack of exercise or poor diet, have a slew of health problems brewing beneath it).
That is who I had become. On the outside I look pretty decent, weighing at an ideal weight, 165lbs for my height, 6'. However, on the inside I have become extremely unhealthy. I have had the label of PRE-DIABETIC for thee years now and this year my doctor reported that my cholesterol had gone back up!
So for me I am using the YOR Health challenges to become healthy on the inside again. I don't just want to have the appearance of health but to actually have the numbers to match!
I am taking a 3-part approach to work on my health. (1) Supplementation: I am replacing two meals a day: breakfast using the new Great-ful protein and Greens and lunch using the Chocolate MRP. I'm pairing my supplementation with (2) Healthier Whole Food choices: I eat 2 snacks per day (fruit, vegetables, protein/fat) and a planned meal for dinner. My whole food choices are all about balance. I have also added in (3) Working Out: I have invited some neighbors and friends to join me in group workouts that my husband designs for us. Together we work out a minimum of three days per week (Tue/Thur evening and Sat mornings).
There are a few habits that I have formed over this challenge that are now a part of my lifestyle. I no longer will just eat anything that happens to be where I'm at. If it's not on my meal plan for the day I don't eat it. No matter what. If I have working out on my agenda for the day, I do. No matter how I feel. Each time I work out I push myself to lift heavier and heavier weight. My goal in the gym is no longer about dropping weight but about getting stronger.
I am extremely excited about the results I have achieved this challenge. I'm down 11 pounds, I have been maintaining my blood sugar every single day, my knee is almost back to 100% and I continue to get stronger and stronger each day. Now that I have completed this challenge I have decided that this is my new lifestyle. See you in the next challenge!
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The above individual’s results may not be typical. As of October 2025, those who completed 8 weeks in the weight loss category of YOR Best Body lost an average of 13.86 lb (6.29 kg), or 1.73 lb (0.78 kg) per week. When replacing 2 out of 5 mini-meals per day with a meal replacement shake, the average person should expect to lose 1-2 pounds per week. As with any reduced-calorie diet, the amount of weight you'll lose will depend on the number of calories you consume in proportion to your weight. Optimal results are achieved when following the product regimen in combination with a healthy diet and exercise program.
Individual results may vary. Factors that may affect your results include (but are not limited to) your metabolism, exercise routine, diet, smoking, pregnancy, current medications and any medical conditions. As with any health or fitness program, regular exercise and a sensible eating plan are essential to achieve long-term weight loss results. No customer was paid for a testimonial.