Season 02 Week 01 – Juan Contreras, 1st Place Winner of $1000 – Coach Guadalupe Guzman

About Juan Contreras:

Juan Contreras used to view alcohol as an escape. Having begun with light drinking, his consumption of alcohol increased until it became a daily habit. After a bout of heavy drinking one day after work, Contreras forgot to pick his daughter up from her babysitter’s house. This was not the first time he had neglected his family due to his alcoholism, having previously missed school events for his older daughters. After the incident his wife posed a question that transformed Contreras’s mindset: “Do you want to keep doing this, or do you want somebody else to raise your kids?”

Inspired to make a change for his family, Contreras began to accept that he had a problem. Having grown up in Mexico, he claims that his culture made it difficult, particularly for men, to come to terms with their alcoholism. But when he took a step back, away from the pressures of his friends and culture, he realized that if he continued his heavy drinking, he would not be present in the lives of his three daughters.

When he discovered The 15 Day Challenge, Contreras committed to improving his lifestyle with small steps. Alongside his wife, he began to replace soda with water, eat more salads than rice, and limit his consumption of meat. He also implemented exercise into his routine, lifting weights, walking, and doing cardio workouts. “The main thing is being disciplined,” he said. “Let’s say it’s 11 p.m. and for whatever reason I’ve had a hard day. Instead of saying I’m going to go lay down, even if it’s 12 or 1 in the morning, I’ll do my routine as it’s supposed to be done.”

With his new routine and the help of The 15 Day Challenge Kit, Contreras managed to lose over four pounds during his most recent challenge! He was blown away by his progress, never having imagined that he would reach a weight of only 190 pounds. Along with the physical benefits he experienced, Contreras also felt that his self-esteem improved, helping him believe in his own growth and become a strong example for his daughters.

“I know my daughters are happy because I’ve changed, and I have more time with them.” Contreras claims that The 15 Day Challenge not only helped him grow closer with his family but taught him that he didn’t have to be limited by his doubts. “I have always worked for my family, and I never thought that there would be an opportunity for me to do as many things as I’m doing now,” he said. “I love this process I’ve been having. These little changes have helped me transform bit by bit.”

*Individual results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person. Taking TLC Products is not a substitute for a reduced-calorie diet and exercise if you are trying to lose weight. You should always consult a physician before starting any weight loss or fitness regime.

**Results achieved through one or more 15 Day Challenge cycles combined with sufficient water consumption, The 15 Day Challenge Kit, Techui, and Resolution Drops, a low calorie, balanced diet, and regular physical activity.