From Stuck in the Cycle to Strong and Empowered: Charitha’s Journey at Studio ME

When Charitha first walked through our doors, she came in with determination but also a deep history of struggle with weight, health, and the desire for a real, lasting change. Today, she shines as a true example of commitment and resilience—and our Member of the Month!Her transformation journey has inspired all of us here at Studio ME, and we couldn’t be prouder to share her story.

Charitha when she first moved to MN.

“Today I feel good about my body, but it hasn’t always been this way. I was never the slim type (like, far from it), and I've gone through so many phases of weight loss.”

Charitha started like many of our members do—frustrated, exhausted by the endless cycle of diets and workouts that just didn’t stick. Moving to Minneapolis for work, she faced even greater challenges. A busy job, a desk-centered lifestyle, and balancing it all added pounds and impacted her health. She had reached her heaviest weight, tipping the scale at 245 pounds, with concerns about her borderline A1C levels and vitamin deficiencies. She knew it was time to make a change that would stick.

“I tried everything—diets, workouts, even starving myself—but nothing ever stuck, and I’d always end up quitting eventually.”

With that drive for something lasting, Charitha began researching options in Minneapolis and discovered Studio ME. She took the leap, choosing our semi-private training with Coach Chelsea and Coach Billy, and from day one, the sense of accountability and community took her by surprise.

“I loved the idea of personal training and how you guys customize everything! The sense of community and accountability has been a game changer for me.”

Charitha at Minnehaha Falls at the start of her program with us.

She didn’t just lose weight—she built strength, transformed her mindset, and discovered a love for fitness she never thought possible. Since joining Studio ME, she’s dropped an additional 46 pounds, seen her A1C levels stabilize to the low normal range, and finally feels strong, healthy, and empowered.

“I never thought I’d actually enjoy working out (who was I?!), but now I look forward to every session, and I never skip! I feel like a whole new person.”

Her transformation wasn’t about quick fixes; it was about creating a sustainable change through our tailored programs and the steady, encouraging support of her coaches.

“Since starting my semi-private training with Coach Chelsea and Coach Billy, I’ve received so much personal attention and support, which has been huge for my success. Their dedication to helping me has truly made all the difference! I am now in small group training and feel like I can push even harder.”

Charitha has taken control of her health and turned her life around. She’s found a home and support system here at Studio ME, and we’re beyond thrilled to be part of her journey.

Here’s to Charitha and the continued transformation she’s embracing with every session. Keep crushing it! You too, can be like Charitha. You don’t have to settle as you can change your life with the right program and support system. Want to learn more?