A Zest For Life
How Herbalife has boosted Lily Leppla’s confidence and made the 71-year-old feel years younger
Lily Leppla’s life completely transformed when she was introduced to Herbalife products. In just a few years, the 71-year-old, from Portlaoise, has dropped from a size 20 to size 12. Besides feeling healthier, her overall confidence has improved dramatically, and she no longer wakes up feeling tired.
I love feeling energised , happy and more comfortable in my own skin
My life now is extremely different to how it was just a few years ago. I wasn’t happy with myself, my life or my health. I couldn’t even walk up the stairs without being out of breath. Every time I went to parties, I always made sure that I kept my arms hidden – and whenever I had to fly on a plane I’d be uncomfortable in my seat for the entire journey. I’d just put on a pair of leggings and a loose shirt in the mornings, feeling grumpy and unhappy, but that was all before I found Herbalife.
To put it simply, I now don’t feel 71 and I definitely don’t look 71.
I’d tried every other dieting programme but none had worked for me. What made the biggest difference was the way that Herbalife focuses on nutrition, so it didn’t even feel as though I was on a diet. I was initially looking to just lose weight but could never have predicted how much energy I’d gain or how supportive the Herbalife community would be. I’ve made friends for life. Not only have I lost weight, I’ve built a support network that empowers me to keep the weight off. I’ve made a friend for nearly every pound I lost.
The Herbalife nutrition club I attend is my “happy place”; it’s a big family where people encourage others to reach their health and wellness goals. What starts as a few hours each morning often quickly turns to social outings and group activities with other club members.
Herbalife has become a huge part of my routine. I always have a protein shake with my cup of tea every morning. My favourite shake is the Formula 1 meal replacement shake because it helps me start my day positively. My results since starting have been considerable. My metabolic age was 85 when I began and I’m down in the 40s now. I’ve dropped all the way from a dress size of 20 to a size 12.
My overall confidence has improved too. I’ll go out in a little dress and runners now. At the age of 71, not everyone would feel comfortable wearing things like this but I’m at a stage where I can wear what makes me happy. Now, when I go to weddings, I no longer hide behind something that conceals my figure, which is what I used to do.
My Herbalife journey has been truly life-changing. I love feeling energised, happy and more comfortable in my own skin. The support from both the community and products has given me a newfound self-confidence and passion for my health. I amaze myself with the things I can do now and I have no doubt that my life is far better as a result.