I started the program because I was training for a half marathon and would feel completely drained and sick after my long runs. That paired with a desire to get off my acid reflux medication brought me to BIN to figure out what I could do better. I had counted macros before and knew that it wasn’t what I wanted for myself so the Thrive program was perfect. I could focus on how my body felt and figure out how to eat in a way that worked for me.

Through their guidance and through BIN's program I have learned to look at food in a completely new light. I no longer see foods as "good" or "bad", I don't dread social situations, and I am now confident in my ability to fuel myself with the nutrients that I need in order to succeed athletically.

Something that always made me feel stand offish towards the health community is the shame of enjoying our lives especially when it came to food. Not once I have felt this way in the last year. I was always given goals that were right for me and never once felt scolded for having a less than perfect week. My biggest thing I will take away though is how much my mental health has improved.

My life has changed and I am never going back. I eat now. I eat breakfast, lunch and dinner - and snacks and shakes in between. I have energy for my workouts; I have so much fierce mental clarity each day; I sleep at night; my thyroid function is normal; I have a healthy relationship with food AND with red carpets.