RedCircle

I believe this program is now going by the name Amerifit and has closed the workout portion of the program. I signed up in Fall of 2012 and it was a terrible experience. The concept sounds great and some of the staff are nice, but there is no follow through on actually getting services. I had to beg to get dr. follow ups, trainers only meet during THEIR schedule and if you can’t meet at those times then you meet in a group. The first «meal plan «I was given was on a post it note and just listed their packaged foods. When I said I that wouldn’t work the trainer had no idea how to «personalize» my plan. I had gotten better plans from magazines. The trainers often didn’t know the answers to questions about food (they are trainers NOT dieticians) and I was often encouraged to go ultra low calorie (below 1000 was ok with them) and wasn’t given any education, healthy plans or any guidance just told after the fact what I was doing «wrong». Most of the plans aren’t thought through and are just a variation of the old atkins diet. Seeing the dr for a follow up (the first one suddenly retired?) was a joke. I spent 10 minutes, one day and could never get another appointment. This program sounds great. IF they did what they advertised– personalized weight loss from all aspects then it would be great, but they don’t do anything they say. I doubt it will be in business much longer. It is really more of a business endeavor than a health program. Huge waste of time and money!

I joined RedCircle 9 months ago and have lost over 60 lbs and have never felt better. I was never weak or spaced out like you can get with fad diets or unregulated exercise programs. I am a vegetarian and they really worked with me to make sure I was getting the protein I needed — for the first time in my life I think! — and cutting the carbs. I wish I had not had to wait until I was in my forties to learn everything about my body, metabolism and health that I have learned via their knowledgeable staff and testing but with their guidance I can see that there is no turning back for me. My diet habits have permanently changed. One of my favorite new obsessions — replacing binge eating — is to check in online and track my food and exercise — I am hooked on that feeling now! Love that they incorporate the accountability of Bodymedia into the program!
Nine months ago I was told that if I gained 40 lbs and kept it on for a year, I would be eligible for weight loss surgery. This seemed drastic and out of the question for me. I decided to work with RedCircle and lost the weight quicker than if I had tried to qualify for weight loss surgery. Don’t be tricked by one more «quick fix» or «easy way out.» Do the work with a team on your side like the staff at RedCircle and your progress will have people THINKING you had weight loss surgery but the results will be long-​term and healthy with a solid nutritional and healthy base.
I especially like that I can cook and prepare my own food, or eat out, but they also have a variety of meal and snack replacements available. The on site trainers were very considerate of my challenges and fears regarding working out as well.
I still have some weight to lose, but feel stronger and obviously look better! It’s a process and thanks to the tools and encouragement I have received from RedCircle, I am sticking with it!

Horrible. Not a good expericence. If the inital appointment is too much of a chore, if a clipboard is thrown at you, if the person reaching around you to stock the shelves is not rotating stock, run as fast as you can. I did
Karen

I started red circle about 5 months ago right before my wedding and realized that I should have come a lot sooner. They did a metabolic test on me that told me where most of my problems lie and even did a genetic test that showed me what concerns I can face from my gene pool (lol) and how to work around that. Suzi was great at helping me to set up meal plans and guide me through the toughest of times and always kept my moral boosted! Speaking of boosted I was even able to receive metaboost and B-​12 shots that really helped to get me kick started! I lost over 25 lbs in time for my wedding and still continue to go the the awesome trainer that they provided for me and feel better than ever! I would highly recommend Red Circle and the awesome service that they provide in helping you get where you want to get and maintain that healthy feeling! Red Circle Rocks!

I took advantage of a Livingsocial deal for my first month with Red Circle, and I am so glad I did! I have lost weight consistently, and Kayla and Sarah have been great motivators with their regular emails of advice and encouragement. The concept of customizing your weight loss plan is excellent and I fully intend to continue logging what I eat (so easy with iPhone apps), exercising (thank you Kayla) and eating a diet that suits my metabolism (Sarah, Red Circle’s nutritionist, gives excellent advice). I had always been fairly resistant to organized weight loss programs as I felt I knew what I needed to do, but Red Circle have helped me concentrate on the most effect weight loss method for me, and kept my focus clear on my goal. Nothing but praise for a great team!