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INTRODUCTION
Hello and welcome to my about me page! My name is Fabienne, but my close friends and clients call me FAB or Coach FAB. I am the founder and CEO of FABZ, a health and wellness coaching brand dedicated to helping individuals achieve long-lasting and sustainable change within their mind, body, and soul.
My passion for health and wellbeing began at a young age when I witnessed my mother struggle with mental health issues and an eating disorder. This experience taught me the importance of seeking help when feeling overwhelmed and how our internal struggles can impact those around us.
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After graduating high school in just three years, I entered the workforce and worked for almost 8 years at a familyowned business. It was during this time that I began to realize my dream of starting my own business, one that would allow me to provide for myself and my son while also giving back to others. In 2012, I founded Offsite Advantage LLC, which eventually led to the birth of coachFABZ.
2012, post partum when I founded Offsite Advantage
After graduating high school in just three years, I entered the workforce and worked for almost 8 years at a familyowned business. It was during this time that I began to realize my dream of starting my own business, one that would allow me to provide for myself and my son while also giving back to others. In 2012, I founded Offsite Advantage LLC, which eventually led to the birth of coachFABZ.
I used to crop all my photos, just to hide my insecurities about my arms, stomach, and legs. It made me feel really self-conscious and uncomfortable.
When I gave birth to my son, it felt like a dream come true. In 2012, with my son as my motivation, I started Offsite Advantage LLC while working from home.
At first things went well - or so it seemed at least on the surface. However in 2015 tragedy struck when my son’s father passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. I found myself falling into depression; mirroring behaviors that I witnessed during childhood such as self-isolation and using food as comfort. It wasn't long before unhealthy habits began manifesting themselves in physical form: high cholesterol levels, prediabetes...the list goes on.
I knew then that something needed to change if only for the sake of being able to provide some kind of security for my son's future wellbeing even if it meant having to face up to some uncomfortable truths about myself along the way--truths which could no longer remain hidden under layers upon layers of guilt or shame anymore but instead must be confronted head-on once and for all so that better habits may take root deep within us both instead of perpetuating old cycles all over again by passing them down onto him unknowingly. And so I began a journey towards personal / fitness transformation; one where spiritual healing was just as important as healthy eating habits because ultimately both go hand-in-hand when striving towards optimal health overall together in body & mind alike.
Pics taken, in 2015 on the first day of personal training at the fitness studio
Hey, check out this pic from Month 2 of my fitness journey! It was definitely the hardest month yet. I felt so guilty and ashamed of the weight I had gained. Despite what felt like blood, sweat, and tears, I had only lost about 6 pounds. The heart racing exercises I was doing just weren 't giving me the results I craved. I even considered surgery as an option, that' s how discouraged I felt. But, I didn 't give up. I was encouraged to keep pushing forward and that' s exactly what I did.
AFTER MONTH 5 (AFTER 25 LBS LATER) - My physical health improved drastically; as did my mental wellbeing. And just when things were looking up, something inside me shifted too - an inner knowing or realization that this transformation wasn't just about myself anymore. It became clear that part of my newfound self awareness meant understanding what others were going through too – their silent struggles with fear, shame and guilt, anger…all kinds of negative emotions they can ’t shake off alone.
You won 't believe how much my life has changed! I didn 't even realize it until people started complimenting me on my improved health and fitness. Body Dismorphia is REAL and it can be hard to see and accept our body. Looking back at beforeand-after photos, I' m still shocked that a simple shift in perspective led to such amazing results. It just goes to show, sometimes all it takes is a change of mindset to achieve the impossible.
Feeling more confident showing full body pics. increased self esteem| radiant| empowered| energetic
I remember the exact moment the lightbulb went off - imagine if I could use my experience to help others going through the same struggles! Armed with knowledge and support from my loved ones, I knew anyone could make healthier choices and improve their whole well-being. And so, a deep-seated desire to support and nurture others was born in me. Today, my mission is stronger than ever - to hold people accountable and help them regain their self-belief so they can achieve long-lasting transformations in their lives. And it all started with my experience in a bodybuilding competition!
As the show date was getting closer, I was overwhelmed by all the attention I was receiving. It was too much and left me feeling spiritually drained. But then, when I took the picture on the left, something clicked. I realized that the show was just a vanity event and it could never truly help people transform from the inside, out. That's when I knew I had to do something to empower and encourage others. So, I reached out to the president of the National Gym Association and asked if I could share my story on stage instead of compete. I didn't want to compete any longer, I just wanted to show others that true transformation is possible, and I had the proof to back it up.
Have you ever had a dream to make a real difference in people ' s lives? That' s exactly how I felt when I founded FABZ. My purpose is to offer accountability and care to help people believe in themselves again and make lasting changes in their lives. It all started with a simple dream, and now I' m proud to share my journey with you This was an article published as a tribute to the personal training studio where my journey began.
I had to leave the studio. There were too many situations that conflicted with everything I believed in. Some of my closest buds, whom I had referred, were treated unjustly and the gossip about my coach was spreading like wildfire. I knew I had to stop being a part of this. It was at a bodybuilding event where I shared my journey and gave hope to hundreds of people. From there, FABZ was born and we've been changing lives ever since. We've helped folks shed thousands of pounds and upgrade their health
You are the master of your own fate, my friend. So why settle for a life of mere competition? I, for one, have found a higher calling - journeying to various corners of the world to support organizations working tirelessly to improve health and combat diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure. It' s time to take control of your destiny and make a difference in the world!
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