Get Fit With Mer Program’s testimonials

I love this app so far. It is easy to use and I love the new additions of the water tracking with the glasses. Zands has been amazing giving me support and encouragement through every high and love I have hit and has given me motivation to continue on. I truly love how she changed my plan as I have needed to be able to fit my lifestyle better and incorporating some fun exercises into it as well.

Shannon’s support has meant so much to me as she not only has been the best guide/coach to get me on track with my results for body recomposition with some great tools/structure and mindset support but she was also really amazing for me in a dark season and I’ve never felt judged by her but seen and supported. I’ve lost about 30 lbs after having had my baby weight stuck on me for 3 years and built strength. Boy I’m glad I’m not where I was when I got started and I’m happy I didn’t let my head get in the way telling myself it wouldn’t work for me. Definitely recommend working with Shannon and Coach Mer because they truly care and are providing awesome structure that is detailed and designed for each individual’s specific needs! So grateful for them and this program 🫶

When I started this program, I felt overwhelmed and stuck. I’ve struggled with my weight and confidence for years, and having PCOS has made the journey even more challenging. One of my biggest struggles has been emotional binge eating. I often turned to food for comfort, stress, boredom, really any emotion. I knew if I kept going down that path it would eventually affect my health and my overall happiness. I was tired of fighting myself and feeding into my own pain. I joined the GFWM program in early August with Coach Mer and Assistant Coach Zands, and working with Coach Zands has truly been a game changer. She makes nutrition and fitness feel realistic and sustainable instead of overwhelming. I’ve learned so much about fueling my body, staying consistent, and giving myself grace when things aren’t perfect. The support and accountability she provides make such a difference. I never feel judged during off weeks, only encouraged and supported. Having that positive voice has helped me quiet the negative self-talk that used to push me back into old habits. Coach Mer has checked in numerous times and has been incredibly supportive. She’s helped me develop healthier ways to work through my binge eating, which has been huge for me. She also answers any questions or doubts I have on my journey! Because of both of them, I genuinely feel stronger, more confident, and more in control of my health. What makes this program so unique is that it’s not about quick fixes or extreme changes. It’s about building sustainable habits, learning about your body, and having a team that truly supports you every step of the way. If you’re feeling stuck like I was, this program is absolutely worth it! 💪✨

Where do I begin?! I started with Mer and her team in 2023. I had tried EVERYTHING—Weight Watchers, “lose “X” amount of weight in 30 days” programs, paid gym memberships, personal coaches, Dieticiens, nutritionists, meal tracking, processed and pre-made weight loss meal programs, Optavia, HCG pills and liquid drops, I even bought a Peloton—you name it, I probably tried it. I am also probably not unique in the fact that I have been trying to lose weight most of my adult life. I have always led an incredibly active life style, I like to say “fit-fat.” I am a cowgirl, an avid equestrian, I love to be outdoors hiking, rock climbing, peloton riding, etc. But during college I started gaining weight, for a variety of reasons, and hit my highest recorded weight of 267 I fluctuated up and down and never was able to keep the weight off. In 2023, I moved in with my now husband. I decided that I needed to try something new. I kept seeing Mer’s ads and kept thinking “she looks like me!” It was nerve wracking to reach out because this was an instagram video. At the time, I’d never purchased anything from insta and was praying it wasn’t a scam. It wasn’t! I had a phone call interview with where my goals and needs were assessed. I filled out an incredibly thorough questionnaire that asked everything from “what does your daily activity look like?” “What are your goals?” To “what kinds of kitchen appliances do you have access to? What kind of gym access or anyone equipment do you have?” They paired me with a coach they felt I’d be most compatible with and that coach then created personalized meal plans and workout plans off all the information I provided. Not only that, the app was very very VERY easy to use. For the last 2, almost 3 years, I have regularly popped on and voice chatted with my coaches. I have a delightfully personal relationship with my Coach Olivia, but have had the opportunity to chat with many of the other coaches. Mer will pop in too and provide encouragement and feedback. They have meal prep guides and provide personalized meal plans. The app has a really neat workout platform with personalized weekly workouts. It has video tutorials in case you don’t know how to do things. The app give you access to multiple different community forums so you can exchange with other members. Mer and her team put out a ton of material and also host many “challenges” to motivate and keep you goal oriented. I have never stuck with a program so long. And why so long? Because for me, this has been so much more than weight loss, I won’t regale you of my whole life’s story, but let’s just say I suffered a back injury right at the start of my journey with Mer and my then Coach Kristi. I broke my ankle, hurt my back and was utterly devastated a month in. Rather than give up, we focused on mental toughness and resilience. We focused on nutrition and small, effective, life-style changes. I lost 20lbs between October 2023 and my wedding in May 2024. Without working out! Since then I have had a lot of other life events and things that have made my journey to my goals slow. But the one thing that has stayed constant is the support I get from my coach Olivia and the rest of the folks that work with Mer. I feel confident that I will get where I want to be. I feel stronger, more grounded mentally and physically, I feel like I have tools and access to help whenever I need it. I feel like I have a community of like-minded friends that I’ve never met, and I know that if this can help someone like me, it would certainly help someone like you!!

1. I’ve been on my journey for over 7 yrs. Life happens, we lose we gain, and then the hard shit happens. We gain the weight. It sucks. Especially when you were so close to goal weight and then boom… you gain because again, life shit. 2. Well I was with my current coach when I was almost to my goal weight. Then that life shit shit happened and I had to change. Nothing was getting better. And I was just not feeling it any longer. So happy I reached out to my coach again and we started working together again and I couldn’t be happier. I’m always going to have that body dysphoria but she’s helped me and this group has helped me learn each and every day. The scale is a nasty tool. The fact that Mer shares so much about her life experiences with us. Not all the good. But the down right dirty and ugly parts too of her journey. I love all of the women who are so supportive. The groups are amazing! I feel better each and every day. That it’s not a drill sergeant but a learning and motivation progress. That we are progress each day. 3. The podcasts, the groups, and the interaction among everyone. We lift each other up and cheer when someone needs to be lifted. Because my coach knows me and has helped me so much in the past that she gets all my TMI’s and she doesn’t care. She accepts me and we move forward together. We have a great connection and that makes it worth it for me.

I love GFWM! This program has really helped me in so many ways. To be honest, the journey is more than about the weight loss. I started the program in 2025 and I haven’t lost much weight (also due to life’s inconsistencies) but I will say it helped my eating. My biggest challenge was healing my relationship with food. My mind overcomplicates a lot of things and I didn’t realize how much I was under eating. I wasn’t fueling my body properly and that aided in my suffering. I’m still working on it but this program has helped me lay down the foundation to build off of. It’s not all about the weight loss. It’s about the mindset. Setting yourself up for success and having the right people to back you up. Between Coach Olivia and Coach Meredith, I got through some pretty rough patches and made it through. Right from the beginning, my heart was aching and I didn’t know how to feel okay. But I still signed up for this and Olivia was there to hug my spirit and give me options on how to move forward. For me, it’s always been all or nothing. Now, I have balance and it’s okay if slow and steady is the way to win the race. They show you that anyone can do this even if it takes time. The workouts are great! Even if you miss the gym for awhile, once you get back, you’re like “I got this” because you now know you’re capable of the workouts. At first, I couldn’t do the hip thrusts off the bench. I was able to gain the strength to do them and I’m so happy. There are good recipes in the program too if you aren’t picky 😂 I love this program and I know anyone reading this will too! ❤️

I have always struggled with the mindset portion of weight loss in the past. I have done it, for the wrong reasons, but always gained it back. Coach Mer, Coach Alyssa, and all I have always struggled with the mindset portion of weight loss. In the past, I was able to lose weight, but I often did it for the wrong reasons and eventually gained it back. Coach Mer, Coach Alyssa, and all of the coaches I have worked with have helped me focus on my mindset before anything else. They know how to push me when I need it, but they always do so with encouragement and support, never judgment. I have never once felt judged, put down, or shamed, which is something I have unfortunately experienced in the past. That environment is what truly helped me break through many of my mental blocks and start getting out of my own way this past year. They have helped keep me accountable, and they have not only helped me grow stronger physically, but also helped me take more pride in myself and in this journey of getting back to — and staying — healthy. Most importantly, this program, in tandem with my own inner work and therapy, has helped me heal my relationship with food and my body. They have helped me take a chance on myself again. Take a chance on yourself, and take a chance with this team. You won't regret it.

Since I was about 8 years old, I've had problems with my body. I've done just about everything in my time trying to lose weight - WW, diet pills, excessive working out, etc. what's missing from so many programs and is the root cause for weight gain. Since joining Coach Mer's program, I've learned so much about myself and why I've always struggled to lose the weight and keep it off. Having Coach Mer and my amazing assistant Coach Alana has been a game changer. I talk reach out every day and always know they're there for me. They've taught me about nutrition and explained it in a way that actually makes sense. Coach Alana is quite literally my biggest cheerleader! I'm able to talk with her about anything, not just nutrition and exercise. Before joining GFWM I thought if I'd just exercise more, I would lose the weight and could keep it off. Now, I realize there's a lot of mental work that has to be done too. The root cause and having a plan for when triggers occur my emotional eating. From having a community of women on the same journey, to lessons, books to read, challenges to try, and podcasts to listen to, GFWM is the total package for getting healthy!

1. I feel like I’ve gotten a lot more in tune with my body after joining this program. I was able to do a little more experimenting with what I need and whenever I “failed” and tried going back to old habits, I realized how my body reacts and want to lean back to my good habits that I’ve been able to create. I was very used to being so down on myself when I felt like I was starting over again, but this program made me realize that it’s an ongoing journey. Balance is important. Understanding your body and its needs. You truly start caring more. 2. I’ve done many different workout programs. I’m prone to hoshimotos disease and honestly, Mer’s information on that and PCOS was SO helpful. I was good at losing weight and gaining it all back. I feel like yes my progress is a little bit of a slower one when comparing my progress on the scale, but I physically see my muscles being defined, my clothes fitting better, and it’s a lot more sustainable rather than a “quick fix”. I feel like I’ve got the right tools to keep going. 3. It’s unique because there’s SO MUCH information. I love the community. The video lessons. The support. They don’t shame you for being human, but they do teach you to be your better self.

Before starting GFWM I was struggling as a mom of 2 toddlers who was unfamiliar with her body. I was no longer comfortable or confident in my body and knew something big had to change. I’d tried working out in group classes for a while and that fell off. I was desperate and began searching socials for help. I came across GFWM and immediately felt connected to her online presence. She seemed genuine, ambitious, but not too serious (which I love). I immediately reached out to schedule a consult and here I am 5 months into my journey. I am someone who loves direction and encouragement which I think has helped me tremendously staying on track and adapting to this new routine. Having workouts and meals tailored to me and a plan to follow daily changed the game. I woke up every morning EXCITED to work out? And I can confidently say that excitement has not gone away. Encouragement from the coaches and seeing the difference it has made in me is inexplicable. I started GFWM wanting to change myself but mostly just wanting to “lose weight”. Now, it’s not even about that. Of course it’s nice to see your body change but I am feeling stronger, more confident, and more informed about things that I didn’t think mattered before. Tracking meals is a labor of love but boy is it something that was so necessary for me. I believe GFWM works because it’s everything it claims to be. Tailored to you, a dedicated coach, having Mer’s bubbly self check in on you? It all works together to make you want to keep going and growing. This has been one of the best investments I’ve made as an adult and will continue to shape my lifestyle for time to come.

My experience with this program has been nothing shy of excellent!! Coach Mer and her fellow coaches have built such a wonderful platform/community of people that make you feel welcome, comfortable, and most importantly, you feel SEEN. you’re not alone, you’re not the only one with the struggles. this has been a platform of sheer positivity, helping hands, patience, and kindness. i would recommend this to anyone looking for an out of the ordinary program to help not only shed the weight, but build those positive habits, have that encouragement in your corner, and all the positivity through the low times this journey can have!! 10/10 experience, i am so glad i started!

I can’t say enough good things about this program! Before joining, I struggled with staying consistent, my nutrition was all over the place, and I never knew what workouts to do. From day one, I felt supported. The program doesn’t just throw meal plans and exercises at you—it actually teaches you how to build better habits and stay accountable. The nutrition guidance is realistic and flexible (no starving yourself!), and the workouts are challenging yet doable, even with a busy schedule. Coach Mer’s program is flexible with at home gym or membership gym. What really stood out to me was the encouragement from my coach, Coach Darcy, and the other coaches that fill in. On days when I felt like giving up, the support I received made all the difference. Coach Darcy has helped overall, with fitness nutrition and building confidence on my hardest days. If you’re looking for a program and don’t know where to start this has it all! Each day, I feel stronger, more confident, and finally in control of my health. If you’re looking for a program that focuses on real progress, not perfection, I highly recommend this one!

I’ve struggled with my weight for quite some time & have tried different diets to try & get slim. None of them helped me change my habits, lose weight, or improve my knowledge of eating healthy - it was either too simplistic (eat less, move more) but eat what?? or too complicated for me to comprehend. Get Fit With Mer has helped me understand eating healthy (macros), getting toned, & building a long lasting healthy relationship with food. I am 2 months in, not only am I seeing changes in the weight but I’m feeling better, my clothes are getting looser, but I’ve also come to understand what healthy food options actually look like. GFWM has meal plans, work outs, community, & support all built into 1 program. The program is so easy & streamlined to follow, I know exactly what I should be eating & what I should be working out, I can’t mess it up!

This program goes deeper than giving you a calorie goal to stick to and a weekly exercise goal that you need to try to achieve. GFWM actually creates an individualized meal and exercise plan for just you and understands that it’s not a one-size fits all! Receiving a plan based on my own weight, height, habits, etc, was the key to my successful weight loss journey. Prior to starting I had no idea how to track macros like protein, carbs, fats. Instead I was just trying to stick to a 1500 calorie diet and miserably failing because I was starving and would then crash. Thankfully the meal plans/suggestions that GFWM sets you up with actually leave you fulfilled and they will also help you alter your plan if needed if you are really craving a sweet treat that’s within your macro goals! The best part about the meal plan was that if I wasn’t feeling a certain meal or realized I was more picky than I thought, my assistant coach Alyssa always came through with edits to help me stay successful! In addition, your coach will also support you if you have a vacation or holiday coming up where it’s a little trickier to stick to your meal plan, and they teach you ways to alter your meals during that time to still stay on track! On top of a great meal plan were exercise plans that also fit my lifestyle and equipment that I already had. I wasn’t required to go to the gym every day and get on the dreaded treadmill. I’m so glad I found this program and can take away everything that I’ve learned to continue to be successful. The last three months I was able to lose just about 30 lbs from sticking to it and I cannot thank my assistant coach Alyssa enough as she held me accountable and was a huge reason I stayed successful.

This program and having Coach Darcy along the way has been everything I've been looking for!!!! From Day 1 up until present (6 months later) I've learned so much about nutrition, moving my body and living life!!!! Coach Darcy has been an incredible person to have me by my side and cheering me on!!!! This is a new lifestyle I'm excited to implement moving forward and having the nutrition and recipes accessible (which has always been my struggle) has been 100% worth the investment, this has something I've always longed for and finally received with Coach Mers program! Thank you Darcy for always being my BIGGEST cheerleader even when I wasn't always positive. You're a ray of sunshine and would recommend you and this program to anyone!!

My one year here is up but I wanted to make sure and express what this year has meant to me. The opportunity to be on the GFWM plan came to me as a blessing a year ago. I was new to my health and fitness journey and was trying to come out of a very low time in my life. I was unhealthy, had bad habits, low energy, experienced body pains and aches, and was not being the best version of myself. I was also diagnosed with pre-diabetes and was stressed! Before joining, I had lost about 30lbs on my own but didn’t know how to maintain that or hit my new goal of 50lbs down. This program taught me so much. I have had the amazing support of Coach Darcy and Mer, the meals are yummy and realistic, the workouts are amazing , and the community is a blessing. I not only lost another 20lbs while on the program, hitting my 50lb total goal, but I got leaner and stronger. I also am no longer pre-diabetic!! I cried when I heard that from my doctor. I have learned how to carry this lifestyle with me. It wasn’t just a plan and it wasn’t a diet. It has become a lifestyle. I’ve gained so much confidence and knowledge that I feel confident going off on my own now. I still have goals to meet and I know that what I’m taking with me from GFWM will help me reach those. Thank you so much to Mer and Darcy for this opportunity and for the impact you’ve made on my life. 💜

I’m so thankful I started this fitness journey with Coach Mer and her assistant coach Alyssa. I’ve been following Coach Mer on instagram for a couple of years now, and I kept wanting to try this program out, but wasn’t sure if I could do it. The thing is, they both really set you up to succeed. You obviously have to put in the work, but they customize your meal plans and workout plans so you don’t even have to think about it. They check in with you however often you need it and are a huge source of motivation and encouragement. They’ve both been such a blessing, and I’m so thankful I decided to do it. It has changed my life for the better mentally and physically. If you’re on the fence, just do it! I promise it’s worth it.

Iv tried lots of meal plans and I could never find the ingredients or they were super time consuming. These meals are delicious and practical, my family will even eat them. This program was the missing piece to my training and takes all the guesswork out of the macros. Truly, it has made my life easier. I love my coach she is always checking in and keeping me accountable and motivated. I have lost weight consistently since starting this program 4 months ago. Highly recommend.

Where do I even begin? I signed up for GFWM in mid-August and really committed in September. I’ve primarily focused on the nutrition side, but both the meal plans and workout plans have been excellent every month. The meals are filling, delicious, and offer a wide variety to choose from. The workouts are challenging but completely doable, and I always feel accomplished afterward. As someone who is almost 38 and has struggled with my weight my entire life, I’ve tried countless quick-fix solutions that never led to lasting results. I always believed I could do this on my own — but learning to accept that I need help has been a game changer. Within my first two months, I lost 20 pounds, even without giving 100% effort. I barely touched the workouts and fell into past poor eating habits here and there, but I still saw progress. While my weight loss has slowed recently (entirely due to my own choices), I’m continuing to lose weight every week. Before finding Mer’s program, I explored a few other coaching options. One program never reached out during our scheduled anppointment, and the coach from another felt disconnected and uninvolved, which were clear signs not to move forward. I had pretty much given up on the idea of working with someone found on social media. But Mer’s page kept popping up in my feed, and her content felt so relatable — even though I was still hesitant to reach out. I’m so glad I took the leap. From the beginning, her team was incredibly responsive and supportive. I was paired with Coach Darcy, who turned out to be the perfect match. Not only do I feel like I relate to her some personal levels, but she’s been instrumental in helping me get out of my own head and embrace that progress is about building a lifestyle — not about being perfect. While your assistant coach is your main point of contact, Coach Mer is always available when you need her and stays actively involved in your journey. Both Coach Mer and Coach Darcy are responsive, encouraging, and genuinely invested in your success. They’re your biggest cheerleaders every step of the way. Beyond that, the community of fellow participants is an incredible bonus. It’s a safe, supportive space where you can connect, be vulnerable, and celebrate wins together. The real transformation goes beyond the physical. I’ve struggled with mental health and reached a point where I was in the worst shape of my life — mentally and physically. This program has helped me heal in both areas. One of my biggest obstacles has always been an all-or-nothing mindset. In the past, if I veered off course even once, I would give up completely. Now, with Coach Darcy and Coach Mer’s guidance, I’ve learned that perfection isn’t the goal. There’s no such thing as “messing up” on this program. It’s about accepting what’s done and choosing to keep moving forward. That shift in mindset has been life-changing. I’ve also never been someone who feels comfortable opening up or being vulnerable. But having coaches who truly care about my progress has helped me embrace the importance of asking for support. That, in itself, has been a powerful breakthrough for my mental health. Before GFWM, I tried other programs — like Isagenix — that gave me quick results but no lasting change. The difference here is the unmatched level of support. You have two relatable, knowledgeable coaches who have been through their own journeys. They understand your struggles and provide encouragement, solutions, and accountability. The weekly check-ins with your coach are especially impactful for staying on track and keeping accountable. Add to that a welcoming, supportive community, and it’s a truly unique experience. This program has even been a smart financial investment. I spend significantly less on eating out, and my grocery trips are far more intentional with a plan in place. The structure has saved me both money and mental energy. If you’re searching for a program that goes beyond weight loss and helps you build a healthy, sustainable lifestyle, I can’t recommend GFWM enough. You’ll get out what you put in — but with two coaches and a whole community in your corner, you’ll never be alone on your journey.