{"id":27892,"date":"2024-05-01T15:28:24","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T21:28:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/mountain-range-fitnesss-built-for-life-program-helps-participants-accomplish-their-goals\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T00:14:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T06:14:53","slug":"mountain-range-fitnesss-built-for-life-program-helps-participants-accomplish-their-goals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/mountain-range-fitnesss-built-for-life-program-helps-participants-accomplish-their-goals\/","title":{"rendered":"Mountain Range Fitness\u2019s \u2018Built for Life\u2019 program helps participants accomplish their goals"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Adrian Bishop standing on the amount of weight he\u2019s lost since being part of the Built for Life program \u2014 107 pounds. (@mtnrangefitness on Instagram)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n

Mountain Range Fitness\u2019s Built for Life program, which was designed specifically for those in a busy stage of life and are in need of something different from the every day fitness program, has shown positive results in those who participate.<\/p>\n

According to Mountain Range\u2019s Director of Operations and Head Coach Brandy Carruth, this program is \u201cdesigned exclusively for busy parents, professionals and those who have \u2018tried everything.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe work closely with clients, customizing strategies for the 165 hours they\u2019re not in the gym, to ensure long lasting results,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Program graduate Jessica Lamke added that the program is 12 weeks in length, with the option to choose how many personal training days the participant wants to take part in per week, as well as the option of nutrition coaching.<\/p>\n

\u201cOnce a week you meet with your coach, and you do weights and measurements and discuss how your week is going,\u201d Lamke said.<\/p>\n

Lamke started the program in January.<\/p>\n

\u201cI finished it and I loved it,\u201d she said. \u201cIt was the perfect amount of time for me to get into a routine and get in the habit of going to the gym and eating healthy and seeing how my transformation worked.\u201d<\/p>\n

Carruth shared that Built for Life implements a \u201cwhole life approach, helping build confidence in the clients while emphasizing a lifestyle that can be maintained, rather than something that is a so-called \u201cquick fix.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis whole life approach has redefined fitness, moving beyond the concept of quick fixes and temporary solutions. We help clients to discover newfound confidence and energy to live their best lives. They will enjoy a fun and flexible weight loss journey, while becoming part of an elite group that has chosen to prioritize health and well-being,\u201d Carruth said.<\/p>\n

Built for Life member Adrian Bishop said that the program changed his life for the better.<\/p>\n

After being honorably discharged from the Marines, Bishop shared that he began to gain weight due to stress and other factors.<\/p>\n

\u201cI got up to 385 pounds, Bishop said.<\/p>\n

After struggling with depression and the end of his 11-year marriage, Bishop said he knew he had to make a change.<\/p>\n

\u201cI began looking around for a gym,\u201d Bishop said. I needed to do something, I needed to get up because I wasn\u2019t doing anything.\u201d<\/p>\n

After finding out about Mountain Range\u2019s program, Bishop said he learned how to balance food and nutrition, as well as strengthen his mental well-being. In the program, he became part of a community.<\/p>\n

\u201cEveryone supports and boosts each other up. Everyone\u2019s always giving each other props and asking how you\u2019re doing,\u201d Bishop said.<\/p>\n

Lamke echoed what Bishop shared about the community aspect of the program.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis gym has become my safe haven,\u201d Lamke said. \u201cI love everybody there. Every single person, the owners, all the coaches\u2026 they want you to win. They want you to succeed, they want you to see results and they want you to feel accomplished.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lu Singer said Built for Life has helped her face health difficulties, and Kerisha Small shared that the program has also helped change her health for the better.<\/p>\n

\u201cI chose to do Built for Life as I had gone through a personal, life-changing event and needed to \u201cget back on track\u201d with life, not knowing what was ahead of me in a health battle journey I am currently in,\u201d Singer said. \u201cThis program has prepared me for that battle. It has made me physically, emotionally and mentally stronger to be able to take on life\u2019s challenges.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI decided to join because I needed to change for health reasons. It has affected my life for the better. I feel great, not as tired, I feel so strong,\u201d Small said. \u201cI love feeling great.\u201d<\/p>\n

Singer said her coach and the other members of the program have helped make the experience even more enjoyable.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy coach pushes me to be the best version of myself, but the entire team has your back and wants nothing but the best for you and for you to be living your best life,\u201d Singer added.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy favorite part of this program is my trainer. She is absolutely amazing. Not only is she a perfect fit for me, she believes in me and inspires me,\u201d Small said. \u201cAnother part that is incredible to me is how supportive everyone in the gym are to me.\u201d<\/p>\n

Bishop shared his excitement about his results in the program so far.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe whole program boosts you to be freaking successful within yourself,\u201d Bishop said. \u201cI stuck to it and I kept going, and I lost 107 pounds. And I couldn\u2019t believe it. I never thought I could, it makes me like, \u2018Whoa, I just want to keep going and keep trying to be the best that I can.\u2019 I\u2019m trying to make my 40s the best years of my life.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lamke added that the program helped reshape her view of herself and life, as well as establishing her \u201cwhy.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIt helped transform how I view myself and how I view life and hard things,\u201d Lamke said. I wanted to prove to myself and to my kids that we can do hard things. And this program was hard but it was so worth it.\u201d<\/p>\n

Bishop said he wants to encourage those who are considering joining a gym or making a lifestyle change to go for it.<\/p>\n

\u201cWalk through the doors to the gym,\u201d he said. \u201cThat\u2019s it. No matter how long you go, if you keep going, that\u2019s progress. Keep doing the reps and just keep going.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIf someone\u2019s thinking about it, they should do it,\u201d Lamke said. \u201cIt\u2019s only going to make you better and it wasn\u2019t easy, but it was so worth it. It\u2019s going to be tough, but it will be worth it in the end.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cJust do it, it\u2019s life changing!\u201d Singer said.<\/p>\n

At first, Small was worried that she would be judged by others at the gym, but she said that couldn\u2019t be farther from the truth.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was so nervous to start. \u2018What will they think of me? How will I be judged?\u2019 From the very beginning, I never felt judged. They were all so welcoming and supportive. I wish more people would just try because it is worth it. It changes not only your physical appearance. It\u2019s changed my growth mentality,\u201d Small finished.<\/p>\n

Those who are interested in learning more about the program can contact Mountain Range Fitness by calling (970) 560-1988 or emailing mountainrangefitness@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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