The State Runners-Up were those who lost the most
weight in their state or division.
Vital Stats
Name: Nisrine Salah
Club: Fernwood Liverpool, New South Wales
Winner: 12WC State Runner-Up
Weight lost 14.2kg
% total body weight lost 18.98%
Prize: $1500 Everlast prize pack, $2000 cash from Natvia + $1600 cell-IQ treatment pack
On joining the challenge...
I first joined Fernwood Liverpool nine years ago. At one stage I was 102 kilograms. I lost a couple of kilos on my own, but I struggled to lose more – I needed support and a challenge to motivate me. I started my first 12 Week Challenge in 2012 when I was 95 kilograms, and lost 20 kilos. I joined again this year and lost another 14.5 kilos.
On high points and challenging times...
I enjoyed my personal training sessions. Marina came up with different training ideas every week, which made it fun and made me look forward to the session. Doing the challenge with a couple of my friends this year was great; we supported each other all the way. It is hard when you have a week where you feel you’ve worked really hard, and you lose just 100 grams, but when I could run without stopping... that was the best moment. I have never done that in my life.
On the positive impact her healthier lifestyle has had on her family...
I am now doing my Certificate III in Fitness and hopefully my Certificate IV after this. My husband and my three children (aged 18, 16 and 14) have all joined a gym – my husband has lost 10 kilograms and my son has become a personal trainer!
Nisrine's top tip for success
“Train hard, eat well and never give up.”
*Fernwood client testimonial was achieved as part of an overall healthy diet and exercise plan. Regular exercise and proper diet are necessary to achieve and maintain weight loss. Consult your healthcare professional before beginning any diet or fitness program.