Before and After

25.8lbs. Body Fat Lost! Richard’s Success Story at Terra Nova Fitness in Pacifica

April 02, 20261 min read

When Richard Hernandez joined Terra Nova Fitness on April 15, 2024, he was looking for something simple—something he could stick to.

“I love how easy it is to schedule workout sessions.”

That ease of scheduling became the foundation of his consistency—and ultimately, his transformation.

From Showing Up to Standing Out

Richard didn’t rely on motivation alone. He built a routine that worked for his lifestyle. By removing barriers and making it easy to book sessions, he stayed consistent—and that consistency drove real, measurable results.

The Transformation

Richard’s progress goes far beyond the scale. His InBody results show a complete body recomposition:

  • Weight: 195.1 → 176.6 (−18.5 lbs)

  • Skeletal Muscle Mass: 76.3 → 79.6 (+3.3 lbs)

  • Body Fat Mass: 61.1 → 35.3 (−25.8 lbs)

  • Percent Body Fat: 31.3% → 20.0% (−11.3%)

  • Visceral Fat Level: 12 → 7

What This Really Means

Richard didn’t just lose weight—he transformed his body.

He lost over 25 pounds of fat while gaining muscle, which is exactly what most people struggle to achieve. His drop in body fat percentage and visceral fat level also means major improvements in overall health, energy, and long-term wellness.

This is what smart training and consistency look like:

  • Fat loss without sacrificing muscle

  • Increased strength and lean mass

  • Improved metabolic health

The Real Win

The biggest takeaway from Richard’s journey isn’t just the numbers—it’s the system that made it possible.

By making workouts easy to schedule, he eliminated excuses and built a habit that lasted. And once that habit was in place, everything else followed.

Your Turn

Richard’s story proves that you don’t need a perfect plan—you need one you can follow.

Start simple. Stay consistent. Let the results build over time.

Founder and CEO of Terra Nova Fitness

Chris Shah

Founder and CEO of Terra Nova Fitness

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