James Smith Academy JSA Member Results

The results of a fitness program can be incredibly rewarding for members. After sticking to a regular fitness routine, members may see improvements in their overall fitness levels, increased energy and stamina, increased strength, better posture, and improved body composition. They may also experience a boost in their confidence, improved sleep, and a decrease in stress levels. With mental and physical benefits, james smith food calculator members can gain a greater sense of well-being and a healthier lifestyle.

Jack

I’m proud to share my 8 week transformation since I started the JSA and the Vegas challenge. It’s been great having a supportive group like this, as in the past I’ve always tried to do it on my own and eventually gave up due to lack of accountability. The difference between the two pictures shows that I’ve lost 12 kg, as well as 6.5 inches off my waist.

Camila

In only four weeks, there will be no change in exercise routine; however, it will be a condensed CFD.

Paul

After overindulging in food during the Christmas season, I was not pleased with the extra fat I had gained. I had been seeing posts from James on Facebook for some time, and I appreciated his straightforward approach and simple advice. So, I took advantage of the free trial he offered and liked it, so I decided to sign up for a three-month program. After seven weeks, I am very happy with the changes in my body shape, even though there has not been a drastic decrease in weight. Clearly, the program works!

Rebecca

Top was twelve weeks and nine point two kilograms ago, but yesterday was a completely different story – with a lot more confidence! ❤❤

Rebecca

Passing a mirror while naked used to make me want to cry, but now I’m 8 weeks into my CFD journey and I’m feeling so much better. I’ve treated myself to Nando’s, beer and chocolate, but I now have the tools to make sure I’m still staying on track. I’m so excited to keep progressing and I’m so happy to have a healthy relationship with food, fitness and myself.

Thomas

Before joining the academy, I had been enthralled by their Facebook content. Once I had joined, I was even more impressed with the content and support provided. I have gained so much james smith nutrition calculator knowledge that I find myself offering advice to my peers on a regular basis. I have recommended the academy to many of my friends, two of whom have joined and love it. I am astonished by my accomplishments in the Bali challenge and feel so proud and driven to progress further.

Betty

I’m extremely thankful for all of the progress I have made since the start of March; I’ve been working hard and it is encouraging to be able to recognize my accomplishments. I have been consistently doing CFD, weight training, and NEAT, and although I still have goals to achieve, I am proud of how far I have come.

Andrew

I found this challenge to be largely about performance for me. I was able to reach my goal of 1.5 million steps during the 12-week period, and I was even able to maintain my body composition which is something I had never been able to do before. The JSA has helped me understand how to balance my calorie and exercise intake, as well as how to live a balanced life and how to use james smith calculator.

Kate

This challenge yielded my 12 week results of 102cm lost.

Rosie

After putting in the hard work and dedication, I have finally completed the Bali 4-week challenge. Although it wasn’t easy, the results were totally worth it. Now, I am preparing for the next challenge which is to lose the last 5-7kg.

Chris

After being in a deficit state for the previous 8 or 9 months, I completed a 12 week period of surplus.

Kate

This is a picture of my three challenges from January up until now, with a total of 3.5 million lost.

Patricia

I had a great time while taking part in the Bali4 challenge up until week 12. Despite the various difficulties, I was able to make it through the challenge successfully and I’m feeling proud of myself! 🥰💪

Zoe

I’m feeling amazing after losing 2 pounds and 21 inches – I can’t wait to start the next challenge!

Sophie

I began my journey with a waist measurement of 113cm and, after a lot of hard work, I managed to reduce it to 95cm. Not only was I physically stronger as a result, but I also gained a newfound mental strength. To top it off, I was able to achieve my goal of getting to a size 12, and I also felt more confident walking into a bar after attending James’ talk in October – a goal that I am proud to have achieved. 🌟

Claire

I needed the challenge to give me the impetus to begin. It provided me with a weekly responsibility and the feeling of being part of a team that all had the same objectives, which in turn kept me inspired.

Sarah

I am thrilled to have been a part of this amazing accomplishment! Congratulations to everyone! 💪❤️🔥

Lorna

I gained so much from the trainers at JSA in terms of knowledge on nutrition and training which enabled me to successfully reach my goal of being at a healthy weight. Having this challenge was the perfect way for me to stay on track and stay motivated. I’m ready for what comes next!

Caroline

In January (on the left) I was 12 months post-partum after having my second baby. I felt fat, frumpy, and like a mother, which were all feelings I did not want. The Bali challenge was great for me; I’m now fitter, stronger, and leaner, and it’s been beneficial for me in rugby. I’m excited for the next challenge and to gain a lot of muscle.

Karin

Since 4th July, I have lost 27 inches and 9kgs in Bali. The biggest change for me has been my mindset; everything has come together, I have formed good habits and it fits my lifestyle. I am excited to find out what I am capable of in the next challenge.

Jennifer

Before taking part in the 12 week challenge, I had already lost a fair amount of body fat. My aim was to build up my strength and muscle. I had been going through different diets trying to recapture my pre-pregnancy body, but I only had access to a home workout plan and the CFD approach. I’m very pleased with the results I achieved and what I learned. Rather than finding my pre-pregnancy body, I created a better one!

Christie

I’m delighted to report that I have now lost a total of 90lbs since I started this challenge, with 16lbs of that being in the last stretch! My goal is to achieve a weight loss of 100lbs by the end of the year, and I’m feeling confident that I can make it! I’ve also been working on my strength in the James Smith Calculator gym, and I’m now able to perform 10 reps of squats and deadlifts using 100% of my body weight. I’m really pleased with my progress!

Fat Burners

The large majority of supplements serve no tangible purpose, as I mentioned in Part 1, and you’ll see again in this chapter, but one thing I want to call out is this notion of supplementing ‘fat burners’. In almost all cases, these are just stimulants. In the metabolic adaptation and adaptive thermogenesis section (aka starvation mode), we saw a decrease in energy output when dieting, and this only becomes more severe the leaner someone becomes.

For this reason, to keep their non-resting energy expenditure as high as possible (NREE), I’d give them stimulants to keep them up and moving, and I could even see an increase in the gym duration, intensity and someone’s step count when stimulated vs not stimulated. Even refraining from a nap could mean a higher energy output. According to research: ‘Based on the available literature, caffeine and green tea have data to back up its fat metabolism-enhancing properties.

For many other supplements, although some show some promise, evidence is lacking. The list of supplements is industry-driven and is likely to grow at a rate that is not matched by a similar increase in scientific underpinning.’ The main ingredient in many ‘fat burners’ is caffeine. Now, there’s not a huge amount of solid evidence correlating caffeine to fat loss; however, as I’m sure you can imagine, someone who feels energized will probably burn more calories than someone who is not.

It’s still important to note, though, that not everyone responds to caffeine, and also that we can’t draw a conclusion on its efficacy without knowing how many calories a person has consumed vs the next person, not to mention their genetic differences – it’s a minefield. ‘The major findings from this study indicate that ingestion of a thermogenic fat-loss supplement containing approximately 200mg of caffeine, green tea extract and other ingredients can significantly increase RMR (resting metabolic rate) over a three-hour time period in healthy males.

These elevations came with no adverse effects relative to resting heart rate and only slight increases in blood pressure values. Although the thermogenic fat-loss supplement resulted in an elevation in RMR, at this 32 time we are not able to conclude whether this can lead to actual fat loss over time in this group.’ So we can’t just say caffeine = fat loss. Instead, we can say that in some people it can help with the number of calories burned at rest.

I feel the best place to draw a conclusion would be to identify caffeine’s role in improving sports performance and therefore our own performance: ‘Caffeine can be used effectively as an ergogenic** aid when taken in moderate doses, such as during sports when a small increase in endurance performance can lead to significant differences in placements as athletes are often separated by small margins.’

I don’t want to delve too far into the illegal substances because that would simultaneously raise awareness of them, but it’s worth knowing what is often used in the fitness industry. The most common ‘fat burner’ I see used is Clenbuterol. It’s an asthma drug which is commonly used as a stimulant; it slightly raises your metabolic rate and your temperature (thermogenesis), which means you’ll burn more calories at rest. There are some other more complex mechanisms, which mean you’d be in a good position for losing body fat.

Now, although this seems like a fantastic drug to take, it comes with a plethora of potential dangers to cardiac health and other side effects that aren’t too nice, ranging from palpitations, tremors, anxiety and severe cramps – which usually strike when trying to do something simple like use a pen or even when you try to fall asleep at night. So again, from experience: stay sensible, people. To conclude, there are no compounds or supplements that ‘burn fat’ as such, but there are substances that can increase your activity, decrease your responses to caloric restriction (adaptive thermogenesis) and substances that are abused to elicit faster fat loss, albeit potentially to the detriment of overall health.

James Smith-Personal Fitness Trainer