I started working one on one with Paris Heinen at AOYS Coaching on November 13, 2025, about six weeks after beginning my weight-loss journey with Zepbound. At that point, I had already discovered something I wasn't expecting: the medication had quieted my appetite so effectively that I often didn't want to eat at all.

What Paris helped me understand is that successful weight loss and healthy weight loss are not always the same thing.

While the medication helped reduce my appetite, Paris taught me how to properly nourish my body despite not feeling hungry. She helped me understand the importance of protein, hydration, and overall nutrition, and showed me how to support my health while losing weight.

As of June 19, 2026, I have lost 63.6 pounds, going from 333 pounds to 269.4 pounds. More importantly, I have maintained my energy, preserved my strength, experienced no significant hair loss, and developed healthy habits that I believe will serve me for the rest of my life. I walk more than a mile every day, practice Tai Chi, and feel healthier than I have in years.

One thing I often tell people is this: without Paris's guidance, I probably would be thinner today, but I would not be healthier.

Paris combines expertise, education, encouragement, and practical guidance in a way that empowers her clients to succeed. She helped me focus not just on the number on the scale, but on building a healthier body and a healthier life.

If you're looking for a nutrition professional who truly cares about long-term health and sustainable results, I cannot recommend Paris highly enough.