Shawn Stutz

MY FITNESS STORY

My name is Shawn Stutz, founder of Shawn Stutz Personal Fitness, and I live in Tennessee. I have a huge passion for fitness and whole health! So whether it’s cycling outside, leading a spin class, swimming laps in the pool, chatting about nutrition, or exercise in general — exercise has truly become a love. My journey has led me to lose over 50 pounds, reshape my body, bolster my confidence, and transform my outlook on life.

I began college in 1994 at a strong and fit  190 lbs., following an active senior year playing football. However, with a late night schedule, poor nutrition, and mild to no workouts, I quickly packed on the freshman 15. The fifteen was quickly followed by more and more “pizza pounds” until I maxed out at around 255 lbs.

Unfortunately I rode the weight-loss roller coaster for quite a while. Fad diets and exercise miracles took the weight off, but a lack of training always led to the pounds coming right back. It wasn’t until I got serious about my health and fitness that I experienced true weight loss.

Through hard work and discipline and help from others, I have shaved multiple inches off my waist, chest, and neck. I have dropped significant body fat percentage, lowered my BMI, gained strong lean muscle, and have maintained a steady, healthy weight.

But beyond the stats, I feel healthy! My endurance levels are higher than ever and I can properly enjoy the body I’ve been given– whether cycling, swimming, hiking, or just taking stairs two at a time. My fitness journey has been a great adventure.