From Overweight to Fit Michael’s 33 Pound Weight Loss Success Story

Michael Hoffman’s Transformation Story

1. Name, Profession, and Location

Michael Hoffman
President of MDH Igniting Performance Inc. in Carrollton, TX
Speaker and trainer, igniting and equipping people of influence

2. What was your life like before joining the Get You In Shape Program?

Since starting my speaking career at 29, I lived on the road, which led to an endless cycle of gaining and losing weight—20 pounds lost, then 25 gained, over and over again. At my heaviest, I weighed 310 lbs. I’m 6’2”, so people would say I “carried it well” (whatever that means), but the truth was, I was out of shape, morbidly obese, and battling depression for 25 years.

I’ve always had high energy, so my weight didn’t impact me on stage enough to push for major changes—until 2016. I was tired of being the “funny big guy.” Then I overheard someone say, “You know, the really funny sweaty guy!” That hit home. It was heartbreaking.

So, for professional and personal reasons, I set out to lose weight before emceeing a national conference. I followed a “national program,” which focused only on food. I dropped 95 pounds and reached 215 lbs, but I lost a lot of muscle, and without real education, I didn’t know how to sustain it. Over two years, the weight crept back up. By the time I hit 295 lbs again, I could barely keep up with my grandkids, and my wife and I were living like we were 20 years older than we were.

3. Why did you decide to join the Get You In Shape program?

Several close friends were pushing me to get healthy, and then I got a wake-up call—I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. That got my full attention.

My doctor recommended surgery but warned me I was high-risk because I was a “man of girth” (which, by the way, I’m putting on my business cards). Since my cancer wasn’t highly aggressive, I asked for a few months to lose weight and improve my odds for surgery and recovery.

That same weekend, I attended the St. Ann’s Men’s Retreat, where Brad shared his testimony. It was one of those undeniable “God sent him for me” moments. After asking around, I learned he had a strong reputation at the church, so I reached out.

4. What was your first impression of the Get You In Shape program?

It was exactly what I needed:
✅ Real food—no gimmicky meal plans
✅ Workouts that mattered—not just about food but total-body health
✅ Education—helping me understand what was happening inside my body
✅ The whole package—mind, body, and spirit transformation
✅ Community—the in-person workouts made all the difference

5. What tools have benefited you the most?

My daily habits have changed dramatically. Some of the biggest game-changers:

1. Understanding how physical health impacts emotional health
2. Learning when fat loss happens and how to maximize it
3. Prioritizing sleep—now averaging 7.5 hours of deep, restful sleep
4. Paying attention to circadian rhythms, morning light, and grounding
5. Breathing exercises—huge for clarity and energy
6. Fasting—I could write an entire book on how powerful this has been
7. Soaking up all the knowledge—reading, watching, and applying everything Brad teaches

6. How is Get You In Shape different from other programs?

It’s not a one-size-fits-all program. There’s no reliance on pre-packaged foods or lifelong supplement commitments. It’s real tools, real education, and real community. I now have a plan and, more importantly, the knowledge to adjust when life happens.

7. Walk us through your journey. What results and benefits have you experienced?

Starting Weight: 291 lbs
12-Week Goal: Lose 30+ lbs
First 10 Days: Lost 11 lbs (ramping up with portion control and cleansing)
Average Loss: 3 lbs per week
Plateau: Stuck in the 270s for over a month— broke through the stall
Breakthrough: Dropped into the 250s in early January

Final 12-Week Results:
✅ Total weight loss: 33 lbs
✅ Total inches lost: 41 inches
✅ Better sleep: From 5-6 hours to a consistent 7.5 hours per night
✅ Clothing: Wearing clothes I haven’t fit into in 7+ years
✅ Strength & flexibility: Workouts have made me noticeably more fit
✅ Increased energy & confidence—people notice my fitness before they notice my weight loss!

And I’m not done. My ultimate goal is 215 lbs. But even more than the weight, I know this lifestyle will play a huge role in my battle against cancer. I’m eager to see my doctor’s reaction. I’ve tried to be a good steward of this challenge, and with these changes—and God’s hand on my life—I fully expect to be completely healed.

8. How would you describe Get You In Shape to a friend?

If you’re serious about real lifestyle transformation—not just a diet—this is it. If you want to:
✅ Understand how your body works
✅ Learn real weight loss (not just quick fixes)
✅ Experience what a healthy, energized life feels like
✅ Get a full package of nutrition, workouts, mindset, and community

Come join Get You In Shape. Because they will.