Empower Online Coaching Arvostelua 

Current client - Week 15 : Lost 15 lbs and 75cm

If you are undecided, a complete newbie, and have never committed to anything this review is for you! Sharing my experience after 15 weeks! 😅

For a few months I was debating on joining Empower, but was hesitant because I was self conscious, didn’t know how much support there would be knowing Emma has tons of clients, being in Canada and her in the UK, and not even sure if I could stick to any type of plan. I’m also introverted and find it hard to connect with people so I was worried about that as well. When my weight was at an all time high I decided to just go for it and reach out to become a client.

When I signed up, I was surprised at how detailed the initial intake was in terms of my habits, food preferences, health, workout preferences such as excuses I like and dislike or how often I want to workout, and what my goals were. It was not just a basic ‘where do you workout and how much do you currently weigh”. I was also super happy with the app once I downloaded it, it was super easy to use and I love being able to see how my progress is being tracked. Of course everything can use improvement but she asks clients along the way what is and isn’t working!

I was nervous to give pictures of myself and my measurements, but not once has Emma ever made me feel bad, awkward, or ashamed of my body. When I first saw my meal plan and workout plan I was actually excited, the food is so good and she incorporated foods I didn’t think I’d be able to eat! She also gives so many options for meal and swaps out whatever I don’t like! My workout plan was also tailored to the equipment I had at home, and I wasn’t given a plan someone who had been working for years was expected to do, but one that allowed me to get started and focus on a routine, form, and getting comfortable with working out in general.

I’m 15 weeks in, and I NEVER thought I’d be able to lose weight, especially without being on a super strict diet, doing intense workouts 6x a week that had me exhausted, and just being miserable. BUT my workouts are about 45 mins 4-5 days a week, and I’ve been able to lose 15 lbs so far, lose CMs and build muscle! I have eaten outside of my meal plan, I’ve missed a few workout days and I’ve been on vacation, and she’s never made me feel bad for it, but rather she is so encouraging and always reminds me progress is not just on the numbers.

She also helped me create healthy habits like getting 8h of sleep a night which for years I wasn’t, getting a good amount of water in per day which I never did before, getting steps in on top of working out, she’s literally helped me turn my life around! I know it sounds cheesy but I was a mess before this in terms of my health and body.

Of course there were days when I was tired, or didn’t feel like I wanted to do it, or thought my progress was slower than others, but Emma really instills the importance of communication with her and let’s you be open and honest if you’re struggling, and she will always try to help and modify your meals, workouts, give encouragement and reassurance if needed. It’s so easy to message her when you need to, and she always explains something if I don’t understand an exercise, how calories increasing and decreasing works etc.

Honestly, it takes a lot of work but it’s been so worth it and I don’t regret it at all, I wish I started sooner and if you’re struggling or need a change I definitely say give it a shot!

I honestly cannot recommend Emma and her team enough! She has, and is continuing to, help me change my life and I will forever be grateful for her for that. No matter what Emma and her team are so accepting and encouraging, constantly supporting me with whatever I’m facing whilst making food and exercise changes. The constant re-assurance is amazing and so so quickly you form a relationship of trust where you know you can be totally honest with Emma and there is no judgment whatsoever. I mean of course her meals are amazing and her workouts are so enjoyable whilst still being so effective but you know, I think the whole process is just MADE by how much Emma genuinely cares. She is so sincere and genuinely puts her life and soul into helping you become the best version of you. So if you’re in doubt as to whether or not to work with Emma, honestly just give it a try - what realistically have you got to lose? I don’t think you will find a more genuine and supportive team (the workouts and the meals are just a plus!).

Emma is an absolute gem! She has offered me a great meal/workout plan, which didn't restrict me at all, and allowed me to eat more than i used to on a diet. She was always available to answer any questions, and helped get me into better habits. I highly recommend trying Empower Coaching if you need a little help in your weightloss journey or training.

Emma has helped me more than words can explain with my relationship with food and my body. Prior to joining empower, I was scared to eat a lot and heavily restricted. I worked out to change my body and as a punishment. After working with Emma my mindset has completely changed. I went from aiming to eat as little as possible to now making sure I hit my calories and get all my meals in. I have exceeded my goal and and happier in my body than I have ever been. I could never have gotten there without Emma’s constant support and reassurance. Thank you so much emma 💓💓

Emma is absolutely amazing! She really puts her entire energy to ensure her clients are getting the most out of their plans! She is understanding that life happens and she is there to help guide you to get back on track. She has the most delicious meal plans! They are so easy to follow and so yummy! It is one of my Monday morning check in highlights to get my new plan for the week! I have been working with Empower for about 3 months now and I recently went on vacation and was the most confident I had ever felt in a bikini and it was a huge part to Emma and Empower! If your ready to change your lifestyle while still eating your favorite foods look no further and start your journey now!!

I wish I could give more stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️!!

Can I just say the confidence empower has brought into my life! I done 5 month coaching and it has been the best 5 months! The team at empower help you through so much, the love checking in with you and will help you even if you feel like you’re not motivated and we can all get like this at times but thankfully I had the right coaches by my side to get time though it. I lost just under 12KG in total and I am so thankful for the team, thank you so much for all of your help ⭐️⭐️💗💗💗

Committing to a new fitness program can be daunting and difficult to stick to it. Emma makes it very easy & she is incredibly adaptable to your needs and limitations. I am definitely happy with my time working with Emma & I recommend her for anyone looking to build a healthy relationship with food, fitness & overall well being.

I started my fitness journey alone for a couple years before joining Empower. I joined Empower during the pandemic lockdowns because I had gained weight and dieting was not helping me lose weight. I felt like I did not understand what my body needed to get back into shape.

Within the first couple months with Emma, I dropped 6kgs (and counting). Despite this, I still get to eat chocolate and pizza. Emma taught me healthier ways to incorporate these into my diet so that I can have a BALANCED diet of healthy foods and the foods I love as well. She’s also constantly coming up with new healthier recipes for the typical “junk” food cravings (like healthier recipes for cakes, french toast, ramen, etc). This means our meal plans never get boring, and she will include things that we’re craving for as well. I was brought up in Asia and I absolutely love ramen instant noodles, so Emma gave me a healthy recipe to satisfy that craving.

Her coaching style is supportive and helpful. She never scolds you for going off-plan but instead she will give you tips on how to get back on track quickly. My relationship with food has become so good since I’ve been with Emma. I don’t feel guilty for treating myself from time to time, I don’t restrict any food type from my diet, and most importantly, I feel happy with the food I eat. I’ve also learnt so much about nutrition and how to fuel myself.

Not only is Emma’s coaching really good and supportive, she’s also very flexible. She’s given me both home and gym workouts based on whether I could go to the gym. She gives advice and tips on building better habits and routines as well. When my financial situation deteriorated, she was flexible and offered solutions to either freeze my Empower subscription or offer me a discount which I could continue to afford. Even while my subscription was frozen, Emma would message me once in a while to make sure I was okay and doing well.

I can’t tell you how much I have enjoyed my fitness journey since I’ve joined Empower. I’ve seen results while being so happy and excited about the food I’m eating. I feel confident in my skin, and I feel content with the habits and routine I have incorporated into my life. Emma is honestly more like a life coach rather than only a fitness trainer.

Thoughtful, amazing, supportive, kind are one of the many words I would describe Emma! I have been working with Emma since around July/August and she has honestly changed my life. For the past year I have suffered with an eating disorder and wanted to heal my relationship with food and exercise for good and I found Emma and she has been the perfect person to help me do this. Everything is specifically catered to you and all your cravings/preferences are minded to making the process very enjoyable💗 I consider Emma not only my coach but as a friend as she is always there to talk and listen on the app. Thank you for creating such an amazing business, I couldn’t recommend it enough!

I was with empower for around 4 months and received the best support and advice around food, exercise and general mindset. I had a very carefully thought out exercise plan which allowed me to get back into exercising with a frozen shoulder which at times was still painful. The plan helped me return to a more frequent exercise plan without causing further injury. The nutritional support and food plans provided helped me to completely change my mindset around food and identify where I was going wrong. I thought I ate really well, a healthy diet but the plan and tutorials helped me realise the benefits of a well balanced diet and in particular the role of protein something I ate very little of. The meal ideas were creative, tasty and filling they taught me how to creatively incorporate each food group especially protein as I would often go days without any substantial amount of protein. Overall it has been an education and Emma and her team were always quick to respond and offer advice or encouragement. I would highly recommend Empower to anyone.

I have been working with Emma for 7 month’s and I have recently stated my reverse diet. I went from 74kg down to 57kg, having such a thoughtful meal plan which included all my favourite foods made it so easy to stick to a calorie deficit. However even tho I was in a deficit Emma changed my mentality around going out and still being able to enjoy going out for meals and drinks without waking up the next morning and feeling like I’ve ruined my progress. Along with the great meal plan the workout plans are so well detailed that I knew exactly what to do and the videos attached are also so helpful especially when I first started my plan it meant I was able to see exactly how to perform an exercise. Along with this I have found the way Emma communicates with me over the app so helpful she is always there for a chat if I’m struggling. Especially recently going through a few hard experiences Emma was there to help make sure I looked after myself physically and mentally. I have honestly made so much progress and could not be happier! Thank you Emma and the empower team!💓

“I have been with Emma and Empower since April this year and honestly it has been the best thing I have done for myself and I have not regretted this decision once 💖. I have been always lacking of confidence and struggling with my body image in the past. I was following silly fad diets and working out quite a lot but with no visible results on the outside as well as more importantly on the inside . I came across Emma’s profile on Instagram and literally I applied to work with her. I am constantly receiving nutritional and fitness related knowledge from her. She is always there for me when I need some extra push and motivation to keep working on myself. I have fell in love with the gym and nutrition as I never thought I would 🥰. I feel so lucky to have found Emma and Empower and I can’t imagine myself without having her support throughout this journey. I have changed my mentality around food , I don’t restrict myself anymore, I eat all my favourite foods in balance and I love my training program. I find the time to workout on myself for myself and not for anyone else . My confidence has improved so much and I love what I see in the mirror now . I still have a long way in front of me to reach my goals but I am so happy for what I have achieved so far ! I couldn’t never believe that I could actually achieve results like this💫. I can’t thank Emma enough for being so supportive,so kind and so determining to make me achieve my goals and become the best version of myself 💕. From the bottom of my heart honestly , I wouldn’t be where I am today physically and mentally without Emma and Empower . I am planning of having Emma as my coach for long term and I love the journey so far with her , can’t wait to see my progress in a year’s time 💖.. “

I can only recommend Emma as a personal coach. She has helped me to regain my period and change my perception of food and working out. I’ve become stronger and whenever I had a question she was here to answer it. Whenever I wasn’t feeling well or good about myself, she found the right words.
I can honestly only recommend her, no matter what your fitness goal is!

Trust Pilot ... coincidentally TWO great words to describe my experience with Emma and Empower, so far... Because I wouldn't TRUST anyone else to be my PILOT on this journey I'm on. And fly me to a destination and a life I never dreamed I could have.

I've suffered with Eating disorders for half my life (15yrs) and when it reached a breaking point last year during Lockdown, I knew something had to change. I started to eat more and gained nearly a stone on my own, but I knew deep down I wasn't fixed. I'd put on weight, yes, but the real demon of the eating disorder, the restrictive eating, the occasional binge and purge, the fear foods, the anxiety about certain food groups, was still deep rooted.
Some how I came across Empower on instagram, and filled out the enquiry form 4 times, but each time I backed out and didn't click Submit, thinking I could still do it alone... even though I knew I couldn't. 
Then one day in August I mustered up the courage to just send it, and I haven't looked back since.
From the get-go speaking with Leah about the whole process, I felt comfortable and welcomed. Felt like I was chatting to an old friend. I could be honest and open about my journey so far, my past and where I wanted to be. I felt in the safest of hands.
Then in the next few days I had my first week of meals and workouts and it was like something switched. Knowing I had Emma by my side every step of the way felt so comforting. I immediately started taking steps I never thought I could take ... eating pizza carefree for the first time in a decade. Adding peanut butter to my breakfast. Eating huge bowls of cheesey pasta and oats and bread. Everything I used to fear no longer had a hold over me. And all because Emma carefully tailored my plan to include foods she knew I'd restricted in the past, and now I eat on a daily basis and feel at peace with them.
With Emma there is never a question to big or small. Never a subject too taboo to talk about ... she truely is amazing.
She has transformed my mindset in 12 weeks without shadow of a doubt. I now fully focus on my workouts, fully relax on my rest days and in my free time and throughly enjoy my meals which include foods I never allowed myself to eat. I never thought I could be this happy and comparing my mindset and head space to this time last year... i dont recognise myself.
I say it all the time but this was the best decision and investment I have ever made. I am forever in debt to Emma for helping me push myself to Blossom into the real me that I am today.
Emma Doherty: If heaven is missing an angel ... I think I know where she is. 🙊

Emma is honestly a lovely coach, and puts a lot of time and effort into her meal plans and workout programmes! I felt at ease the whole time I was with her and the the experiences that I have gained from using her programme I will take with my for further in my life! Recommend highly!

I joined empower 6 months ago to get me back into shape after having my baby. I’ve always been in to the gym and have trained hard from a young age, however, I was lacking a bit of motivation since I was hardly able to train throughout my pregnancy. I work best when I have an end goal and Emma and I set out a realistic goal to work towards, Which, to be honest we have smashed and gone above that. I’ve lost over 9 kilos and my measurements are insane! I feel confident and womanly and I can easily get back into my pre pregnancy clothes. My partner actually believes I have more muscle tone than I ever have. He can see real definition and says I have a good ratio ie hip to bum! If I didn’t have a wedding to pay for I would 100% be continuing with Emma. The workouts are tailored to you, whether that be at home (I started at home first) or in the gym. The meals are tasty and there are so many options and you can still eat your favourite foods. I personally track my food and macros on my fitness pal with Emma’s percentages etc. But if someone is unsure how to do this the meal plans are so easy to follow and she breaks down the weight you need of the food and how to prep and make it!! Whether you are on the go or love preparing food there is something for everyone. The workouts are also fun and changed when you go through different phases. Have certainly enjoyed this journey and I will continue to work on myself with my new mindset! Thanks empower

Highly recommend Emma as a coach. Loveliest understanding and motivating coach I’ve ever worked with, and also she knows her stuff!

Have been with Emma for the last couple of months now and I can honestly say she isn’t just a coach she is a like a friend. I literally tell her everything and I’m always honest with her. She’s helped me control my binge eating and focusing on becoming the best version I can be! It takes time to achieve your goals but I’m confident that with Emma and the empower team by my side I will get there. I recommend Emma as a coach to everyone!

I couldn’t recommend Emma and her amazing team more! Empower has changed the way I think about health and fitness completely, it’s a complete lifestyle change and I would recommend it to anyone whose looking to transform their lives for the better. I’ve been with Emma for nearly 6 months now and it’s been a life changing process for me!

I’ve also struggled with binge eating, I used to skip breakfast and then set myself up for failure every day by snacking continuously for the rest of the day and not listening to when I was full. My diet wasn’t balanced, I had no idea what macros were😂 and didn’t understand that actually I can eat everything I love 🍕🍔🍩🧁🍫 whilst transforming my body! Emma has changed my mindset and relationship with food for the better! And I’m not perfect every day but learnt that’s okay, everything in moderation is good!!!🙌

I didn’t do enough steps a day and next to no exercise as I was terrified of the gym. But having a brilliant and structured program to follow has been incredible! I used check how many people were in the gym before I went and every time told myself everyone would be staring so talked myself out of it. Empower has given me the confidence to not care, I squat and hipthrust to my hearts content and don’t care what anyone thinks anymore!

The communication with Emma is amazing, she’s the loveliest person, always supportive and kind! I wouldn’t be as confident and happy as I am now without her and the amazing empower team! You gals are the best, I’ll be forever grateful for your constant support even when I have bad weeks🥰

I cannot even begin to express how grateful I am to have Emma’s guidance and support. Not only does Emma do everything to help you achieve your goals, but she does so in a manner that prioritizes your mental well-being in the process. I never thought I could get to a place where my fat-loss goals felt manageable and sustainable until I began working with Emma. As someone who has suffered from eating disorders in the past, it was so relieving to work with someone who cares for her clients holistic well-being. Emma consistently checked in with me and made plans with me that allowed for me to prioritize my mental health, while also making steps towards my fat loss goals. Her nutrition plans feel sustainable and leave no foods off limits! I am also stronger than I have ever been before in the gym. And I am so happy about this, but also so appreciative because Emma helped me achieve a sense of peace with food, exercise, and my body image that I never imagined could be possible. I could not recommend her more highly!! Working with her is truly life changing!!