How Aussie woman lost 18kg by training LESS and eating MORE: ‘My life changed’

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A group of Australian women who struggled with their weight for years despite strict dieting and exercising consistently have revealed how they finally overhauled their health.

Dillon had battled weight gain since her teen years, along with fatigue, an irregular menstrual cycle and hormonal acne and mood swings.

With unsustainable and unhealthily restrictive eating and high intensity workouts five times per week, Dillon shed some weight, but her progress was limited and her regimen unsustainable.

But everything changed when she tried the Metabolic Reset Method with Metaphysical Wellness. 

After starting the program, founded by functional wellness practitioner Lily Cook, Dillon has lost over 18kg by changing her approach completely to address the root causes of her physical struggles. Dillon was diagnosed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and elevated insulin levels. 

She replaced her intense workouts five days per week for three low-impact training sessions and daily walks, and increased her food intake to support her metabolism.

Within three months of working with Metaphysical Wellness, Dillon’s insulin dropped from 21 to 3, and within 16 weeks, and her PCOS symptoms had stopped completely.

Dillon reported a noticeable improvement in her energy and mood, her period returned, and she had lost weight, particularly around her abdomen.

Dillon lost 18kg by changing her approach to eating and exercising after starting the Metabolic Reset Method with Metaphysical Wellness 

Metaphysical Wellness offers a completely personalised approach by identifying each client’s unique metabolic, hormonal, and nutritional needs, based on clinical bloodwork.

The program uses blood markers such as insulin sensitivity, thyroid function, and inflammation levels to design targeted nutrition plans aimed at sustainable fat loss and improved health.

Metaphysical Wellness argues that for those with insulin-resistant PCOS, ‘working harder’ simply isn’t going to work.

‘For women with insulin-resistant PCOS, the key lies not in “pushing harder” but in strategically down-regulating systemic stress, improving insulin clearance, and restoring homeostasis through intelligent training, nourishment, and nervous system alignment,’ a Metaphysical Wellness clinical report states.

PCOS and elevated insulin meant that her diet and training regime were incompatible with Dillon’s mismatched to her hormonal and metabolic profile

‘Her training regimen— intense metabolic conditioning (e.g. CrossFit) six days per week— was mismatched for her hormonal and metabolic profile.’

Instead, their approach was to lower stress in the body, support healthy insulin levels, and rebalance the system with the right mix of movement, nutrition, and rest.

Another Metaphysical Wellness success story, Kate, was 102kg and suffering from PCOS when she started the Metabolic Reset Method.

By addressing the root causes of her stubborn excess weight and hormonal challenges through a personalised approach to exercise and nutrition, Kate was able to end the cycle of working harder with little to no progress to show for it. 

Another Metaphysical Wellness success story, Kate, was 102kg and suffering from PCOS when she started the Metabolic Reset Method 

‘Not only have I lost 28kg, but I’ve also restored a regular cycle, healed my body from the inside out, and brought my insulin and testosterone levels back down,’ says Kate 

Reducing her training, focusing on rest and hormone balance and recovery, she was able to reset her metabolism and lost over 28 kilograms of fat.

‘Not only have I lost 28kg, but I’ve also restored a regular cycle, healed my body from the inside out, and brought my insulin and testosterone levels back down,’ says Kate. ‘Most importantly, I’ve found happiness and confidence in who I am.’ 

The method is particularly focused on helping individuals who have struggled to see results through traditional diets and exercise plans.

‘We don’t just tell you what to eat. We show you what your body needs at a cellular level to heal and drop fat,’ Founder Lily says.

The Metabolic Reset Method was created by functional wellness practitioner Lily Cook, who says: ‘These are women who’ve done everything “right” and still failed—until now’

‘We’re known for our very high client maintenance rate, because once women see their symptoms reverse and weight fall off quickly, they feel safe, supported, and empowered to keep going.’

‘These are women who’ve done everything “right” and still failed— until now,’ says Lily.

Clients receive ongoing support from Lily and her clinical team, who tailor their recommendations to each person’s individual biology and health history, addressing underlying issues such as hormone imbalances, insulin resistance, and chronic inflammation with a personalised nutrition and exercise plan. 

Metaphysical Wellness operates globally through digital coaching, lab testing partnerships, and personalised care. The data-driven model is designed to deliver long-term results without relying on restrictive diets or guesswork.

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