"It’s extremely helpful to have the texts throughout the day. It’s like the little voice in my head reminding me of what im working towards. I won’t really slack when I have someone holding me accountable or even just giving me ideas. I lost about 3-4 lbs in the last month, which is insane for someone that doesn’t have much to lose. I don’t remember ever seeing this number on the scale. I have also increased my water intake daily and my sleep is way more consistent."

"The past thirty days have been interesting. The reminders, questions and support have been excellent for my journey. I wasn't quite sure at first what it was all about but now I can really see how having this interaction keeps me more present in my day to day rather than go on auto-pilot. This is a huge step for me. I think month 2 will be even more effective because of the added awareness the first 30 days brought me. Thank you Vin!"

"VERB has def helped me identify some hidden realities (ie not getting adequate sleep). In addition, my overall attention and planning for meals has risen. Weekends are typically a time where my diet goes off course but this past month it has stayed intact. In reality having to answer the stress question was eye opening. Despite having a demanding work and home life the reality is it's not very stressful. When you dig deep to answer the question you realize that much of what we perceive to be stress is self inflicted."

"This has been so helpful. Taking accountability for everything thing I'm eating has helped me eat so much better for the entire month and even finally eat a whole week clean! I'm thinking ahead of time of everything that I'm doing with food and with my everyday habits. I've made so much more time with my chores and things I have to do throughout the day. Which helps my stress level so much. And when I am stressed this has helped me make myself stop and take a min. Which also helps so much!"

"I have learned more about me and about health and fitness. For example 80 ounces of water is dope for recovery as is sleeping 8 hours consistently every night. More importantly I know I can't be in a hurry to get gains at weight level in the gym. My body is unique and can only handle so much but I know the difference between injury and being uncomfortable. I choose uncomfortable every day. I know alcohol slows me down. And I know there is a better future for me even if I fail. My stress comes for providing for six people- and frankly that's all the matters in the world. Don't care if I'm rich but I always want to be able to support all six people in what they want to do and run a sub 8 minute mile. I relish being uncomfortable and the pain it brings. But I have fears like everybody else however I choose to take the chance because you can't win if you don't play."