Fit2Fat2Fit: The Unexpected Lessons from Gaining and Losing 75 lbs on Purpose

Drawing from the lessons and insights of his breakout website, Fit2Fat2Fit.com, personal trainer Drew Manning delivers the story of his quest to go from fit to fat to fit again in one year in order to better understand the weight-loss struggles of his clients and the online community. Drew embarked on this journey to prove to clients, website followers, and people across the country that it is possible to get back into shape―and his bottomless desire to kindle a new hope for his readers comes through on every page of Fit2Fat2Fit.

With before and after (and after...) photos to that tell their own striking story, and intimate reflections from Drew’s wife Lynn, Fit2Fat2Fit is more than a spectacle or a gimmick; it’s an inspiring story, and sound proof that anyone can reach the level of fitness they desire to make themselves happy.

This isn’t just a story; it’s a complete roadmap to your own transformation:

• Meal Plans and Recipes: Discover the exact nutritional plan Drew used to lose 75 pounds, including his famous spinach shake and dozens of easy, family-friendly meals designed to break food addictions for good.
• Step-by-Step Workouts: From knee push-ups to advanced supersets, follow a realistic, scalable exercise guide that builds strength and endurance without requiring hours at the gym.
• The Mental & Emotional Journey: Go beyond the physical to understand the surprising emotional toll of weight gain—from self-doubt and social judgment to the loss of identity—and how to overcome it.
• A Wife’s Perspective: Read Lynn Manning’s candid account of the journey’s impact on their marriage and family, offering an honest look at the importance of a support system.

Drew Manning is a personal trainer, blogger, and former medical technician. Manning has been featured on Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, and The Tonight Show. He lives with his wife, Lynn, and two children just outside Salt Lake City, Utah.