Leigh-Anne Lost 5kg In 21 Days

I, Leigh-Anne Lost 5kg In 21 Days, follow my Diary. “I told myself, 21 days. Just give it 21 days and see what happens.” with LeanBalance from FitlyIQ.

When I signed up for FitlyIQ, I didn’t expect to be keeping a diary. I just knew I was tired of my own excuses. I was 42, my jeans were tight, my energy was low, and I’d become the woman who avoided photos.

But I promised myself this time would be different. No crash diets. No all-or-nothing mindset. And most importantly, no giving up my glass of wine on a Friday or saying no to a braai with friends.

Here’s my honest day-by-day account of my first 21 days with Zoe, my AI wellness coach from FitlyIQ.

Day 1 – Meet Zoe

I logged in, and Zoe immediately started asking questions — not about how much weight I wanted to lose (though she did get to that later), but about my daily life. When do I wake up? How much water do I drink? Do I like spicy food? Do I have knee issues?

By the end of 15 minutes, she had built me a plan that didn’t scare me:

Three home workouts a week, 20 minutes each.
Balanced meals that included food I actually like.
A reminder to drink more water and take short walks after meals.

I was almost suspicious. That’s it? But I told myself I’d follow it exactly.

A: Day 3 – The Hunger Myth

I always thought dieting meant being hungry. But Zoe’s meals kept me full. Breakfast was oats with banana and peanut butter, and I didn’t even think about snacks until mid-morning.

The workouts were short but got me sweating. I liked that Zoe didn’t make me feel lazy for starting small — she called it “building the habit muscle.”

B: Day 5 – A Mini Win

I reached for a chocolate after lunch at work… then stopped. Not because I wasn’t allowed, but because I wasn’t actually hungry. That’s new for me.

Zoe reminded me in the evening: “The goal isn’t to avoid treats, it’s to enjoy them with intention.”

C: Day 7 – First Weigh-In

I was down 1.5kg. That might not sound like much, but for me, it was proof this was working. I had more energy, and my skin looked brighter.

Zoe sent me a “well done” message and reminded me to focus on how I feel, not just the scale.

D: Day 10 – The Braai Test

My cousin hosted a big Saturday braai. Normally I’d overdo it on garlic bread, potato salad, and malva pudding. Zoe gave me a simple plan in the morning:

Fill half your plate with salad and lean protein.
Choose one “treat” and savour it.
Stick to water between glasses of wine.

I had one glass of wine, a slice of dessert, and still woke up the next day feeling proud.

E: Day 12 – Mindset Shift

Halfway through and I realised something: I wasn’t thinking about food all the time anymore. My cravings had dropped, and I felt… calmer.

Work stress didn’t automatically send me to the biscuit tin. Zoe calls this “breaking the trigger-reward cycle.”

F: Day 14 – 3.3kg Down

Another weigh-in I’d lost a total of 3.3kg. But my real win? My favourite work trousers fit again without digging into my waist.

I celebrated with a walk along the beachfront instead of takeaway food. Not because I had to… because I wanted to.

G: Day 16 – A Wobble

I had a bad night’s sleep and wanted to skip my workout. Zoe popped up: “Do 10 minutes instead of 20. You’ll feel better.”

I did 12 minutes. And she was right — I felt better.

H: Day 18 – Non-Scale Victories

Sleeping through the night
More patience with my kids
Clearer skin
Less bloating

It’s not just the weight. It’s everything.

I: Day 21 – The Big Reveal

Final weigh-in: 5kg lost. But here’s the thing — I didn’t feel like I’d been on a “diet” at all. I’d been living my life, just… better.

What I Learnt in 21 Days

Small steps win – You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight.
You can still have wine and pudding – Balance is the secret.
Accountability matters – Zoe kept me consistent when my willpower wavered.
It’s more than the scale – Energy, mood, sleep, and confidence matter just as much.

Ready to Start Your Own 21-Day Diary?

Look no further than with LeanBalance and Zoe your personal coach. If you’re tired of diets that feel like punishment, FitlyIQ can change the way you see weight loss. Zoe will build you a plan that works for you not just for “people on the internet.” Click here to read more: https://fitlyiq.com/product/leanbalance-smarter-than-a-fat-burner/

With FitlyIQ and Zoe you’ll get:

A personalised nutrition plan.
Short, doable workouts.
Daily motivation and check-ins.
A lifestyle you can actually maintain.

Join FitlyIQ today and start your own 21-day diary. Who knows where you’ll be three weeks from now