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Weight Loss Success Stories

Read about our incredible “wellness warriors” and their weight loss success stories from staying at Chi of Life Weight Loss and Wellness Retreat.
Unlike traditional fat camps in Australia, Chi of Life focuses on learning about each individual on a personal level. We don’t believe in a “one size fits all” approach to weight loss. By creating a unique plan for each individual, we’re able to give them the best opportunity to achieve long-lasting weight loss success. The sudden weight loss results that come from fat camps aren’t usually sustainable or healthy. At Chi of Life weight loss, we aim to educate you on exercise and diet to ensure you’re able to apply this knowledge after your stay.
Losing weight is a long process for most people; particularly when it comes to reaching a weight, you’re happy with. This is why we educate you on how you can continue to maintain your weight loss results long after you’ve left us. Instead of going to a traditional fat camp in Queensland, visit Chi of Life on the Sunshine Coast for a holistic approach that will produce long-term weight loss success. Your stay with us will give you the motivation needed to begin your weight loss journey. The knowledge and advice provided will be incredibly valuable. We are the only “fat camp” that offers a complete program, taking into consideration there’s a lot more to weight loss than just exercise and diet. Being overweight or having excess tummy fat is usually a symptom of underlying health issues. Rather than treating the symptom, we’ll identify your particular problem and teach you how to fix the cause of your weight gain. During your stay, you’ll be provided with strategies and solutions designed to give you lifelong health benefits. Most fat camps in Australia base their success on how much weight you lose during your stay. This leaves little (or no) thought to the underlying causes of weight gain or your mental wellness. Therefore, any initial weight loss achieved is not sustainable and the weight gradually piles back on. At Chi of Life weight loss, we have leading international health and wellness experts to offer advice on wellness, exercise, and applying healthy eating habits to your daily life. We invite you to join us on a journey of wellness and weight loss success for a better quality of life.


These photographs are of me on Day 1 and Day 18 of the Chi of Life Weight loss and Wellness Retreat. I needed something when I arrived at Chi of Life, but I didn’t know what. I had nursed my mum with terminal cancer for three months, lost my dad and brother in recent years, been fighting a legal battle with people who had defrauded us, I was burnt out. At Chi of Life my soul and body were nourished and I shared my journey with an amazing group of coaches and other participants. It was a life changing experience both physically and mentally. Gwen and her team have assisted and supported me all the way through my wonderful journey. I look back on my journey with fond memories and would highly recommend a stay at Chi of Life, whether for weight loss, or to find yourself and nourish your soul.
Julie

Thank you to all the staff at “Chi of Life” you are an amazing bunch of people. So knowledgeable and so strong in so many ways. I have learnt so much in my three weeks here and feel this has really been a change that will be for life. Everyone of the trainers has been inspiring, encouraging and supportive. The chefs all cook amazing meals. I was never disappointed with what I had to eat and I have never eaten so well. Gwen you are priceless. Your knowledge and enthusiasm unsurpassed. The whole team you have gathered together compliment each other so well and bring such a holistic approach to health that I’m leaving feeling like I’ve made positive strides physically, mentally and spiritually. This place will really give you the results you are after and so much more. thank you, thank you, thank you. I have felt blessed to have met and been in the hands of everyone of you. Well worth the investment. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a path to a healthier lifestyle that they can succeed with and sustain.
Craig In 3 weeks Iost 10 kilos

I was severely anxious and depressed before Chi of Life, zero energy and total despair at how medication, therapy, etc. etc
 only seemed to get me so far and I have done so many diets I initially lose weight but then sabotage myself and put all the weight back on. This wonderful place was the missing link after two weeks my mind is clearer my mood consistently good, my hair and skin healthier and oh yeah, I lost a heap of weight! The NLP sessions with Rebecca has given me skills to help change my mindset. Best of all, I have the tools and info I need to keep it going. Thanks so very much to Gwen and the team, you’ve changed my life. Love Cas Cassies mum I sent you my beautiful talented but broken daughter.....you sent me back a confident wellness warrior who embraces life again....Thank you ....there are no words for what you have done for Cassandra. To other mothers afraid to take a step like this to help your child....don't be...these people are fighting the good fight and i would put my trust and faith in them again if i ever had to. Keep fighting the fight.... Tracey
This isCassandra’s story

I have just completed a ‘Chi of Life’ weight loss retreat Sunshine Coast Qld, and am happy to report that it’s been life-enhancing. As a 77 years old retired Natural Remedies/Energy Therapist with more than fifty years experience in the health field (and an expanding girth) I was intrigued when I read that the Chi of Life Wellness Programoffers sure and certain natural weight loss within a twenty-day program. So, I signed up and from the first moment, when I was smilingly greeted by Gwen, the delightfully friendly Chi of Life owner/operator and her sweet little puppy ‘Lola’, I was impressed with the smooth running efficiency of the whole Retreat process, which caters for 5-6 participants at any one time. I found excellence everywhere. Her staff ... trainers, yoga instructors and life coach were all keen and interested in every participant’s experience.
Faye

I was at Chi on a 3-week journey and I was able to lose 9.2Kg and 94cms off my body – with injuries! I convinced my friend Chantel to join me on the last week as I was so happy with my success and the program. Gwen, before I came to your retreat, I tried all kinds of diets, went to all kinds of gyms with different trainers, some high-profile experts, and even a doctor (who wanted me to have lap band surgery at age 23) and never got results. Although I worked hard, followed their diets and listened to my trainers, nothing came off. I was told it was my fault for not working hard enough and was accused of eating too many bad foods. I felt horrible. When I came here, you did a live and dry blood and everything started to make sense.
This isJenny’s story

My brother Paul is 5’4 tall and was 185 kilos he could hardly walk with a walker. I/we needed help my brother was slowing down due to his weight & l needed to do something.l did a lot of research then l found chi of life...l received a call from Gwen l explained our situation.. finally l had found someone who made me feel l wasn't alone, understood, positive, overwhelmed & most of all could help. From there we never looked back. Paul has just finished his 2 months at chi of life & his change is remarkable not just his weight loss but his whole demeanor. l am so proud of his accomplishments 23.7 kilos & 165cm in size. Paul now has a different outlook & with the help he received a new start in life.
Paul has lost over 90kilos
A picture tells a thousand words...these photos are taken just 2 weeks apart. Before and during my stay at the Chi of Life Retreat. Attending the Chi of Life Retreat for the 20 days live-in program has been a life-changing experience for me. I've finally understood how my body actually works and now have a tool kit of knowledge to use at home. During my stay, I lost 5.3 kilos and nearly 70 cms. Most importantly I feel fantastic. Instead of feeling fatigue, inflammation and painful joints from a terrible back injury... I'm bouncing out of bed, to walk up and down the hill outside my apartment with my husband at 6am. I've returned with a tool kit full of knowledge to help me to regain my health and vitality.
Karen Fisher

Hi, my name is Dale. I have been home a week after completing 20 days at Chi of Life. It is hard where to start. The accomodation was in a beautiful area. Very peaceful and healing. I am 71 and have mobility issues walking with a cane. I was extremely unfit and overweight. I entered on a weight loss program, but after my lack of fitness, this was changed to the restore programme. My exercising was personified to my abilities and what I could cope with. I still lost 6.2 kgs. Very happy. At the end of the third week, my leg had straightened a bit and I was walking very well with good posture. Very important to me. To find out that I was a fast metaboliser and to learn the way to eat with the balance of protein, fats and carbohydrates was absolutely amazing to learn. Finally, someone who understood my cravings, who could give me the knowledge for a way forward to lose those and stop the secret eating.
Dale
Chi of Life can turn your life around
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Graham

Lost 17 Kilos and 108 cms in 4 weeks

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Randi

Lost 10.6 Kilos and 70 cms in 3 weeks

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Nicole

Lost 25 Kilos in 11 weeks

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Marilyn

Lost 11.5 Kilos in 8 weeks

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Alan

Lost 10.3 Kilos and 80cm in 3 weeks