I am constantly astonished at this new situation and new me. I find myself smiling as I walk along and ponder it all. A year ago, when I emailed you first I was barely able to walk at all with the injury in my feet, had put on weight and was feeling very negative about my body and myself and a hundred other negative knock-ons. Now, in the last stretch of my PhD and one of the most intense times of my life, I am the fittest I have ever been, and feeling well, stable, grounded, fierce and  full of potential. I know you would kindly say that so much of this is down to my own work and perseverance and it is, but I can safely say that none of this would have happened without your gentle and tailored motivation and insights. You kindled an interest in my wellbeing and my own potential that had gotten lost along the way, which is now in full flame again. Thank you so so much.

Before I started this programme I was desperately unhealthy. Morbidly obese, a smoker and generally didn’t care about myself. What I’ve found is a love and respect for my body. I’ve finally stopped punishing it and started nourishing it. My body has begun to thank me and change in response. This programme has really changed my life for the better. It gave me the tools and the support to care about myself again.

I found the program so beneficial and Ailis great . She was always available to answer any questions and also to give me the support I needed when I needed it. I have changed my eating habits and have gone from being an emotional eater to a very mindful eater. The exercise builds up over the weeks so was not too daunting for a beginner like me. The recipes are tasty and I found them quick and easy to prepare. I now feel so much happier, healthier, confident and have so much more energy. Thank you Ailis

The support from Ailis is amazing… I really do recommend this course. It’s been a fantastic experience for me.

Life became much easier. Suddenly I had more energy, I felt fitter than ever and had more energy for my kids. Ailis was very supportive. I would definitely recommend this program.

Everybody says I look so much better. I feel much happier in my body, I have never felt to good, even when I was 21!

People I haven’t seen in a while are commenting on how much weight I have lost and how much happier and healthier I look.

The programme supported my journey by helping me organise a schedule and healthy food menu. Also the exercise routines were easy to follow and the online video tutorials were excellent. My journey through the programme helped me to reach my objectives and I am still appreciating the rewards. Getting my family involved has taught us all to appreciate healthy eating and exercise. The benefits of which will be lifelong.

The program was perfect for me. It motivated me, helped me challenge myself, and set me on a better path. I responded very positively to all that was offered. After the detox my joint pain almost disappeared. And at the end of the eight weeks, I had lost a few more pounds and had become comfortable with a more vigorous exercise routine. I believe the program worked for me because it was an integrated approach. Ailis’ support and expertise put it all together for me. I felt incredibly supported and safely challenged. All I had to do was make the commitment and follow along. The program was well worth the investment I made.

“My purpose in taking this program was two-fold; one to get my blood values better and two, to lose weight and improve my BMI. I needed a program that would give me lots of support to stay on track and this program did just that.  Secondly this program had a holistic approach which appealed to me. Ailis’s program was superb in helping me establish realistic goals (“write a new story”) and for developing good habits around food, it’s preparation and around exercise. She helped me change my focus from losing weight to losing fat and becoming stronger.  And as I began to feel the effects the program began to do itself. I had self motivation to stay with the plan. Ailis was steady in giving us support, encouragement and lots of props – a cheer to us each day of “You can do this.” I hope to use this plan for the rest of my life. “

Having met Ailis briefly at a Dublin Vegfest and on reviewing her inspirational career to date, I felt confident in applying for the 8 week HFV program she coordinates. Her genuine attentiveness and generous sharing of a wealth of experience is in abundance throughout, and she carries you through at a comfortable pace and in a superbly structured way. On completion I found I had achieved a solid foundation on which to continue to build a new healthy plant based lifestyle”.