Progressive overload, your best ally for steady progress in strength training

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This article is for all women, beginners, intermediate, or advanced, who want to make progress in strength training and get results without wasting effort.

If you're intermediate or advanced, this article will be a useful reminder that will help you break through your plateau. You may even learn a few new things.

If you're a beginner, you'll find everything you need to know to get started with strength training and make progress, without wasting your time or energy.

Today, we're going to talk about progressive overload in strength training. It's the foundation for improving your performance and your physique. And yet, we often tend to forget about it. The result? We repeat the same exercises week after week, with the same number of reps and the same loads. We don't write down what we did in previous workouts. In the end, we keep repeating the same thing over and over, hoping for different results.

Without tracking, it becomes hard to tell whether the programme still challenges you enough. Repeating a session can still be useful to consolidate technique or manage fatigue.

By the end of this article, you will know how to adjust training and track progress over several weeks, without having to set a record every session.

And Isabelle and Laëtitia certainly wouldn't say otherwise.

55-year-old woman who built muscle thanks to progressive overload.
Isabelle describes her transformation with adapted training and nutrition.
Physical transformation of a 45-year-old woman thanks to progressive overload.
The same is true for Laëtitia, 45. In 9 months, she lost 27 kg while building muscle. The result: a firm body and a lean silhouette.

Alright, let's get into it. Let's start with the basics: what exactly is progressive overload?

What is progressive overload in strength training?

Progressive overload means placing more and more stress on your body so that it adapts and improves. 

Resistance training exposes muscle to tension and effort that it can adapt to. Unfamiliar exercise can also cause muscle damage, but damage itself is not the goal for growth (Damas and colleagues).

This stress placed on your body will fatigue it. So it will try to recover to return to its balanced state. That's where the recovery phase comes in. Your body repairs the damaged muscle fibers, restores its energy stores, and strengthens its tissues.

But that's not all. Your body even takes the opportunity to anticipate what's next. It figures it has every reason to prepare itself in case it has to go through this kind of stress again. That's where the magic happens: instead of returning to its initial level, it becomes a little stronger, a little more resilient. In short, it adapts to future stress, which is what makes it improve.

“Supercompensation” is a simplified model of adaptation after exercise. In practice, muscle, the nervous system and energy stores do not all recover at the same rate.

Progress comes from adaptations accumulated over weeks, with normal variation from one session to another.

But that's not all.

Why is progressive overload essential for transforming your body?

To keep progressing, the programme should remain challenging enough and compatible with recovery:

  • Increase difficulty when your performance supports it;
  • Maintain controlled technique and sufficient recovery.

You therefore do not need to add weight every session. A plateau may reflect programming, fatigue, food intake or temporary variation.

To restart progress, look at these factors together instead of forcing a load increase at any cost.

That's what we did with Melissa and Dorothée. 

Physical progress of a 40-year-old woman thanks to progressive overload.
Melissa, 43, completely transformed in 1 and a half years. She lost 16 kg while building muscle throughout her body, even though she wasn't athletic at all to begin with.
Muscle gain in a 50-year-old woman thanks to progressive overload.
For Dorothée, 53, it was a little different. She had been active for over 25 years, but couldn't get results that matched her efforts. With an adjustment to her training and nutrition, it took her only 5 months to transform: -10kg on the scale, and a firm, lean body.

That's why progressive overload is essential for muscle growth, and therefore for your physical transformation. It allows you to continuously restart, workout after workout, this natural cycle:

A simplified illustration of effort, fatigue, recovery and adaptation.

But concretely, how do you set up progressive overload?

How do you apply progressive overload in your strength training workouts?

To keep it simple, the two best options available to you, no matter your level, are: 

  • Gradually increase the load you use on your exercises;
  • Increase the number of reps you do on each set.

Other parameters can also be adjusted:

  • Reducing your rest time between sets;
  • Adding an extra set per exercise;
  • Changing the tempo or execution speed of your movements;

These tools have a place depending on the goal and programme. More volume can help hypertrophy, for example; shorter rests or slower repetitions do not automatically provide better progression (ACSM recommendations).

That's why we really recommend focusing on the load you're lifting and the number of reps.

Here is a hypothetical example of double progression: first increase repetitions within a chosen range, then slightly increase the load. The numbers illustrate the method; they do not prescribe your programme.

StageLoadRepetitions across 3 setsNext step
Starting point20 kg8 / 8 / 8Consolidate technique
Progress20 kg10 / 9 / 8Keep the load
Top of the range reached20 kg12 / 12 / 12Increase slightly if technique remains controlled
New load22 kg8 / 8 / 8Build up again

Beginners often progress faster initially, partly through learning technique. Training level alone does not determine exercise frequency or a precise recovery interval.

Illustrative diagram: progress often slows with experience. It is not an individual weight-loss prediction.

If progress slows, review several weeks of records before changing everything. Depending on the results, adjust load, repetitions, volume or recovery. Progress is never guaranteed by a fixed date.

Here are practical signs to help decide what to adjust:

What you observePossible adjustment
You reach the top of your range with good techniqueAdd a small load or repetition according to the programme
A temporary plateau with good recoveryStay consistent and compare several sessions
Technique deteriorates or fatigue accumulatesStabilise the load and review volume or recovery
Unusual pain appearsStop the movement and investigate the cause

Three important points to note.

The first is that you can see in the table above that the number of reps per set decreases each time the weight increases. That's completely normal. It's not regression, because the weight is going up. Once your body gets used to this new weight, the number of reps will go up again.

The second point is that this program is a theoretical one. In practice, it's possible, and even very likely, that:

  • You won't do the same number of reps on every set of the same exercise,
  • You'll sometimes plateau for two or three workouts in a row.

There's nothing worrying here, quite the opposite. Fatigue, among other things, means performance can vary from one workout to another. You may sometimes hit plateaus in your performance. Keep applying progressive overload, and everything should keep moving in the right direction. And if, after a few weeks, you don't see any progress at all anymore, then it may be time to adjust your program. But that's another story.

Third and last point, when you're a beginner, you have the option to split up your workouts. Instead of doing 2 to 3 workouts of 30 minutes, you can absolutely choose 4 to 5 workouts of 10 to 15 minutes. That's the 10 minutes of exercise a day technique. It allows you to start more gently, and gradually adapt your body to this new physical activity. You can absolutely do your exercises at home, with bodyweight or light weights.

By the way, if you don't know how to create your own strength training program, or if you're looking to improve it, we have something for you. We wrote an article where you'll find everything you need to build the perfect strength training program for yourself. Which exercises to choose, how many reps to do, what weight to use, and so on. We explain everything there in detail.

And if you want a ready-to-use strength training program, we've written one for you. In this article, you'll find everything you need to know to make progress and perform in strength training.

To wrap up this article, we'd like us to go over the mistakes to avoid with progressive overload. Because we've made plenty of them too. And as they say, it's great to learn from your own mistakes, but it's even better to learn from other people's.

Mistakes to avoid with progressive overload

As we said above, not adjusting your program over time is the main mistake to avoid.

But it's not the only one. You have every reason to avoid the following mistakes:

  • Overtraining;
  • Undertraining;
  • Going to muscle failure too often, especially when you're a beginner.

If you stay away from all these potential mistakes, you'll give yourself every chance to keep progressing continuously. And that's exactly what we're after.

Alright, let's look at it together.

Overtraining and progressive overload, finding the right balance to progress without burning out

Progressive overload is based on a simple principle: for your body to change, you need to stimulate it a little more each time. But the line is thin between stimulating your body more and stimulating it too much. Especially when you want fast results, which is the case for just about everyone. So it's easy to slip into overtraining without even realizing it. 

Insufficient recovery can reduce performance. This is distinct from overtraining syndrome, which is more persistent and complex than a single tiring workout.

The result:

  • Fatigue sets in;
  • Your motivation drops;
  • Your performance decreases;
  • Your muscles stay sore longer;
  • You increase your risk of injury;
  • And above all, your muscles don't develop the way they should.

Frequency, sets and difficulty need to be adjusted together. Two people with the same experience can need different arrangements depending on the programme and their circumstances.

Use technique, performance trends and fatigue to guide those adjustments.

There is no universal 72–96-hour recovery rule for all beginners. Sufficient recovery depends on the session, muscle, total volume and person. A difficult final set is not automatically useless.

But overtraining isn't the only thing to consider. On one hand, you can train too much, but on the other, you can also not train enough. That's when you move into undertraining.

Undertraining in strength training, when your body isn't stimulated enough to change

On one side, you have people who train too much because they think it will help them progress faster. And on the other, you have those who don't train enough, because of a lack of motivation or the absence of a structured program, for example.

If training remains too easy for your abilities and goal, it may no longer provide enough stimulus. Still, assess the whole programme before concluding that you are not doing enough.

In practice, that means:

  • Always using the same weights on your exercises;
  • Always doing the same number of reps;
  • Stopping your sets while you still have more in the tank, only doing 10 reps when you could do 15;
  • Spacing your workouts too far apart.

Very infrequent, easy sessions may limit progress. Increasing session count without considering total volume and recovery is not an automatic solution.

The solution?

Just like with overtraining, it comes down to adjusting your strength training program. And therefore, to applying progressive overload intelligently. Gradually increasing the difficulty so your body is forced to keep adapting and improving.

Glute training for a 40-year-old woman thanks to progressive overload.
For Carine, 38, to build and shape her glutes, she trained regularly and with enough intensity to stimulate her muscles. Without that, she never could have achieved these results.

You now know that it's all about balance: not too much, not too little. But to really understand how far to push your training, there's one essential concept left to cover: muscle failure. It's a powerful tool, but only if you use it correctly.

Muscle failure, should you train to your limits to make progress?

If you're a beginner, you've probably never heard of it. Muscle failure is the moment when your muscle is no longer capable of producing another contraction. Concretely, that means you're no longer able to do one more rep without cheating the movement. You want to keep going, but your muscle says stop.

Muscular failure is not required for progress. Proximity to failure can matter for hypertrophy, but fatigue and movement control matter too.

And that's for the same reason as overtraining. Your muscles and nervous system aren't used to handling that kind of stress. By trying to go to muscle failure without being prepared for it, you risk injuring yourself, slowing your recovery, performing your movements poorly, and getting discouraged from accumulated fatigue.

That would be completely counterproductive.

In the first few months, we therefore recommend stopping 1 to 2 reps before failure. That's more than enough to stimulate your muscles and trigger the supercompensation you're looking for, all while maintaining clean technique and efficient recovery.

With experience, you can learn to estimate repetitions in reserve more accurately. Occasional failure can have a place, particularly on a stable, well-controlled exercise; it is not required on every set.

A high-repetition set should still be demanding. Exceeding 20 repetitions does not make failure compulsory: prioritise controlled execution and a coherent programme.

That's what we put in place with every woman we coach. Coralie and Isabelle followed this method, which allowed them to achieve physiques that had seemed out of reach just a few months earlier.

Physical transformation of a 50-year-old woman.
Coralie, 47, lost 24 kg in 1 and a half years. Like all the other women, she built muscle at the same time, thanks to appropriately applied progressive overload. And that's despite never having played sports in her life.
Firm, muscular body of a 40-year-old woman thanks to strength training.
Isabelle, 41, lost 10 kg in 9 months while building muscle. In addition to the fat she lost, she built and shaped her body. The result: a firm, well-proportioned body and a feminine silhouette. Nothing better for self-confidence.

That's it, we're coming to the end of this article on progressive overload.

As you've understood, progressive overload is above all a matter of balance. Moving forward step by step, without trying to rush the process. Every workout, every set, every kilo added counts. These are the small adjustments repeated week after week, month after month, that shape your body. They're what, combined with an appropriate diet, will allow you to achieve the firm, lean body you want. No more, no less.

That's why the most important thing for progressing in strength training is adjusting your program as you improve. Constantly challenging your body, without exhausting it.

And that's where personalized coaching makes all the difference.

Because a good program isn't just about lifting heavier. It's a complete approach: managing the intensity, volume, and frequency of your training, understanding your strengths and weaknesses, your goals, and more. That's how you make progress, and how you enjoy the process. And that's exactly what we want.

"Real transformation doesn't come from the intensity of a single day, but from the consistency of a well-guided path."

So:

  • If you're a beginner in strength training and want to transform your body without wasting time;
  • If you're already doing strength training, but can't reach the performance and physique you want;

Apply for coaching.

If we're a good fit to work together, we'll be happy to guide you through your physical transformation, just as we have for all the women in this article.

Published by Jérémy Loreau, fitness and nutrition coach for women

Online fitness coach for women, Jérémy Loreau.

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Céline Bougeard

18 Oct 2026

Gina is a very attentive and caring coach. She is very available and takes the time to answer questions and adapt the programme whenever necessary. Her sensitivity also allows her to be very understanding of the difficulties encountered.

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Lisa

14 Oct 2026

I’m so happy with the coaching I’ve received. I’ve lost the extra weight, but beyond that, I’ve gained a mindset I’d never had before... and I’m 45. I exercise every day, and I never thought that would be possible for me. I’d heard about the benefits of exercise all my life and had always hated it! But with such positive, comprehensive and caring support, your whole mindset changes! THANK YOU to Gina for always finding the right words. I’ve learned so much, and this lifestyle has also changed how I handle stress. I recommend it 1000%. The best gift I’ve ever given myself in 45 years!

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Alexandra Prats

07 Aug 2026

I’ve been working with Jérémy for a year and a half now, and it’s easily the best decision I’ve ever made. He teaches you the fundamentals of nutrition and strength training, and I know I’ll never struggle with my weight again because I finally have all the tools to take care of my body and keep it in shape. He’s incredibly supportive and always knows exactly what to say to keep you motivated and feeling confident. I recommend him 100%. Thanks, Jérémy, for your guidance, you’ve truly changed my life and my body.

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Delphine CLOSSE

04 Aug 2026

Wonderful coaching that helped me lose the weight I wanted to lose, with a fantastic improvement in my body composition as a bonus. I feel so good in my body now. If I had known how much this coaching would change my life by changing how I see myself and my relationship with food, I would have done it sooner!

The things you learn are eye-opening, and your physique changes quickly without giving up good food or the things you love eating. The team really listens and took all my concerns into account to create a programme that fits my habits completely. It helped me lose fat gradually and regain confidence in myself and my ability to succeed without frustration or harsh restrictions. I used to feel bloated all the time, and that has gone. I am 48 and in perimenopause, and I am delighted to have learned the foundations and knowledge I need to approach this stage of my life with confidence.

I recommend this coaching 200%. The money I have spent on it is a real investment in myself, in living a longer, healthier life, and in the pleasure of feeling good in a body I love. THAT is priceless!

If you have felt uncomfortable in your body for too long and have the courage to make a few changes to your habits, put your trust in Jérémy and his team. He will transform you and change your life!

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Elsa Blanc

31 Jul 2026

I wanted to leave this review because Jérémy Loreau has truly helped me overcome my struggles with a simple method based on understanding what to do and why we are doing it.

His nutritional advice and app really help you become independent when it comes to managing your meals and adjusting your calorie intake. All of this is combined with personalized workouts tailored to your body type and lifestyle.

He is approachable and, despite being a "virtual" fitness coach, he responds perfectly whenever you encounter a problem, difficulty, or have a question.

Of everything I have tried, he is the only one who has helped me regain the toned body I had in my twenties!

Thank you so much, Jérémy.

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Houda Ouriaghli

10 Jul 2026

A sincere review, written from the heart. Beyond the program itself, what makes all the difference is the human connection. You can feel the passion, the kindness, the meticulous work, the detailed training (nothing is left to chance), the app with daily support, and the constant desire to improve (the new version of the app, with even more features, is proof of that).

Jérémy’s coaching is different because it doesn’t teach you to blindly follow a program. It teaches you to understand, become independent, and build lasting habits.
Thank you to Jérémy, Gina, and the entire team for your kindness and professionalism.

P.S. I’ve lost 7.5 kg in 2 and a half months, weight I had been unable to lose after my 2 pregnancies.

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Rosario Alonso

07 Jul 2026

I came across Jérémy Loreau's website quite by chance six months ago. Like many women my age (55), my weight had gradually crept up, much to my dismay, and despite considerable effort, nothing seemed to work. I had managed to lose 5 kilograms two years earlier, but they eventually came back. Jérémy's approach is great. Yes, you have to pay attention to what you eat, but without overly restricting yourself. And yes, you need to move a little, but you don't necessarily have to go to a gym. Personalized exercises using resistance bands and dumbbells in your living room are enough.

And then the miracle happens! The weight comes off slowly but surely, but above all, you feel noticeably fitter. I'm more athletic than I was 5 to 10 years ago. To top it all off, Jérémy created a group called La Tribu, where everyone feels welcome and where it's great fun to share doubts, fears, and victories. Go for it, you won't be disappointed. Jérémy's program is almost addictive!

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Marie-Christine Magnier

11 Jun 2026

3 months that allowed me to rebalance my diet, lose 5 kg without being hungry, and build good strength training habits. With Jérémy’s advice and Gina’s support, I felt well guided and I’m very happy with this experience. I’m going to continue on my own because I think I’ve understood the main principles. I recommend this coaching if you’re ready to build new habits.

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Marion

04 Jun 2026

Before contacting Jérémy, I was overweight. I was still carrying 10 extra kg after my pregnancies. I had been carrying those kilos for 13 years. I tried all kinds of different diets (chronobio, Dukan...) and none of them worked long-term. Honestly, I was really starting to think it was hopeless.

Then I came across one of Jérémy's videos by chance. I liked his approach and decided to start working with him. Thanks to his method, his advice filled with common sense and kindness, I have now lost 10 kg in 5 months, and I've become more toned and built more muscle! I'm back to the weight I was before my first pregnancy, and what's incredible is that I got there without any real frustration. I'm transforming in a lasting and peaceful way. I'm so grateful for all of this.

Thank you, Jérémy.

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Hannah Vaudin

03 Jun 2026

After trying several programs to get back in shape, I wasn't getting results and, inevitably, I gave up.

I came across Jérémy's website while doing some research, a bit by chance, and I really liked his approach: no diet, no miracle pill, just a science-based method. Despite my apprehension about starting online coaching, I plucked up the courage to book a call with Jérémy. I still wasn't completely sure, but it was going to be the best decision I could make!

I learned a tremendous amount about nutrition and grew to love strength training. After 1 year of coaching, I'm truly very proud of my journey and of my physical AND mental transformation.

Thank you, Jérémy, and your whole team, for your kindness, for this high-quality support, for all the powerful tools you made available, and for everything you taught me.

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Alexandra L

31 May 2026

Despite having a varied athletic background, I was no longer making progress after a difficult ordeal and the effects of menopause. I started coaching in May 2025, I weighed 59kg, and thanks to your method, I lost 11kg of fat mass in 6 months. I also had more difficult moments, moments of doubt, I even wanted to give up, but I kept going.

I understood that progress is built on strength training, recovery, and listening to your body rather than intense cardio and restriction.

Jérémy taught me to look at my body with kindness, to stop being in constant compensation mode, and to understand that making progress is not about punishing yourself, but about building something sustainable with patience above all, and balance. Jérémy also taught me that in nutrition, everything is about balance, consistency, and trusting the process. That you do not make progress by always trying to do more.

I also appreciate his vision of sport, based on health, balance, progress, and respect for the body.

Thank you for your kindness, your listening, and for helping me become the best version of myself.

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Aimée Sicot

29 May 2026

A revelation! Jérémy Loreau helped me achieve remarkable weight loss in 3 months while keeping a toned body.

I was aiming to lose 4 kg and I lost 8. His training, along with the daily food log, helped me become aware of the calorie intake of our foods and meals, all based on scientific facts.

The highly individualized strength training helps me maintain my strength, and I don't feel any fatigue. I can keep enjoying my sports activities.

I finally feel free of my insecurities, and thanks to him and his team, who are very present and supportive, I can only recommend him 200%.

Thank you so much for everything and for this clarity that you learn over time. You have to experience it!

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Mel N

28 May 2026

I've done many fitness programs, on my own and with coaches who promised support that, in the end, wasn't really there... as well as many diets and nutrition reset plans with dietitians...

This time, I truly found the program that's right for me. Jérémy and his team are very supportive. It's a program that isn't restrictive or exclusionary at all, but it really helps you understand the importance of the nutrition and physical activity combo, and how metabolism works. Of course, it takes a bit of discipline, but in the end, they're just good habits to build and apply.

I'm thrilled with the result, thrilled with the support, they're very responsive and give excellent advice. I'm 45 years old and I recommend it!

Of course, premium coaching may seem costly at first, but it's a lasting and worthwhile investment, the goal really is to help you become independent quickly.

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FB

27 May 2026

Among the many online fitness coaches out there, Jérémy Loreau is a true professional who knows his craft inside and out and knows how to support his clients. Kind, attentive, and focused on the goal each person sets for themselves. Never judgmental, and never guilt-inducing, because he knows the process has to be realistic and sustainable. A very positive experience that truly paid off. A huge THANK YOU to him.

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Sophie LESCURE

26 May 2026

The coaching support offered by Jérémy is remarkably effective. He gives you all the keys to understand the link between nutrition and physical activity, and ultimately achieve balance, well-being, and health.‍

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Isabelle MJ

25 May 2026

It was the impact of menopause on my weight and on my mental health that pushed me to start coaching with Jérémy.

It’s been 2 years now, and I feel better than ever in my body. I’ve achieved results I never thought were possible, and Jérémy’s coaching has fundamentally changed the way I eat.

I’ve lost 10 kgs and I’ve never been hungry. I’m more muscular than I was at 30 and in great shape. But above all, I’ve embraced the power of small steps, of those habits that, repeated every day, make it possible to achieve remarkable results.

Jérémy adapts and offers us tailored exercises, updating them with a more difficult version so we can keep progressing, always with enjoyment. He teaches us to let go of guilt when we make exceptions, because it doesn’t change the trajectory. He is surrounded by a professional and friendly team, just like him. And he has built a supportive community that is truly a pleasure to be part of. You see incredible transformations there!

My decision to get support from him was one of the best I’ve made in recent years. It’s worth accepting the investment in yourself, you discover potential you never knew you had, and you come out stronger both physically and mentally. Thank you again, Jérémy!

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Laetitia ASSIRELLI

24 May 2026

Gina is a sensitive, kind, available, and professional coach, just like Jeremy. As for the "concrete" results, I lost 10 kg in about 5 to 6 months with the program despite menopause, hypothyroidism (Hashimoto's) that wasn't really stabilized, and suspected lipedema. I managed to start enjoying being active, even though I thought I was completely at odds with any form of sport. My relationship with food changed too, less emotional and more mindful. Signing up for this program was one of the best decisions of my life.

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Pascaline Vallée

22 May 2026

10 months ago, I joined Jérémy's program feeling deeply exhausted, both physically and mentally, with the sense that I'd tried everything without ever being able to stick with it over time.

Living with moderate obesity, I tried different methods, diets, fasting, and even electrostimulation, but I always ended up giving up, with more frustration, more guilt, and extra weight gained.

The real wake-up call came when I was diagnosed with severe sleep apnea: my weight gain was no longer just about my appearance or my self-esteem, but also about my health.

With Jérémy, I learned that I could make progress without being perfect, that a transformation journey is not linear, that some periods can be difficult, and that I can slow down or slip up sometimes, without questioning everything.

Today, after 10 months, I've lost 13 kilos: I'm fitting into clothes I couldn't wear anymore, I feel physically stronger, and my workouts are more consistent. A tendonitis I'd been dealing with in my knee has also eased up. :)

The biggest change is this: my relationship with myself and with food. I think I feel more at peace. I accept more difficult moments without feeling guilty, then I refocus on the goal. With Jérémy, I'm building a life balance I can sustain over time.

Over the months, Jérémy has taken a deeply human, kind, and realistic approach: he supports me without judgment, without pressure, while taking my constraints and real life into account, with all its ups and downs. He taught me that I don't have to be perfect, and to accept myself as I am.

Jérémy, I sincerely want to thank you for your support, your listening ear, and all the positive energy you share through the Tribe.

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Edith CADENE

19 May 2026

Hello, I'm 52 years old, and I had been struggling for more than 5 years trying to lose weight. I was exhausting myself doing cardio, Pilates, basically trying a bit of everything, and when it came to food, I thought I was eating well.

Nothing worked, neither my weight nor my shape was changing.

I was starting to tell myself that it was simply too late, that menopause would stop me from getting my old body back, until the day I became interested in Jérémy's profile on social media and took the leap. I booked a phone call with him, and on April 2, 2026, we became a team even though we were thousands of miles apart. I immediately got access to his website, which is a true goldmine of information for relearning how to eat and unlearning all the common misconceptions.

I finally understood my mistakes and changed my habits, and within the very first weeks, my body started to change. The strength training programs are clear and adapt to your schedule, no more endless cardio. He is always very available, encouraging, and adapts our program based on our progress.

Having a coach for both training and nutrition really changes everything.

I highly recommend him to anyone who is fed up with yo-yo dieting, fed up with making efforts for nothing, because his method really works.

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Marion G

18 May 2026

A difference of about 10 kg (weight loss) and a more toned physique.

Not everything was perfect. Sometimes, I didn’t follow the program, and Jérémy helped me let go of the guilt. Those moments are part of the process, what matters is doing your best and sticking with it. Sometimes, I felt like it was pointless, then I looked at the results. I was proud of myself. Other times, I was extremely consistent and it was absolutely on fire.

Before Jérémy, my body was a real obstacle and I didn’t understand why my weight was going up even though “I wasn’t eating that badly.”

After Jérémy, I understood: eating healthy is not the same as fat loss. There are so many factors to take into account, and I learned them by his side.

The real wake-up call? Physically, I was a little chubby, but my fat is distributed fairly well. To me, I wasn’t at the stage of the disease that is obesity. So I thought I was fine. Going through this transformation was just a way to accept my image in the eyes of others.

Then, as I worked with Jérémy, I understood: fat loss, in my case, is a matter of health, not just aesthetics. My goal changed, and so did my mindset. Being able to make informed choices is priceless.

Thank you for everything.

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Annabelle DURIN

17 Apr 2026

Looking for a fitness and nutrition coach for women, I came across Jérémy’s website a bit by chance, and I read it from top to bottom. Won over by Jérémy’s information and approach, I decided to go for it.

Here is my feedback on the experience...

As soon as I signed up, I got access to an extremely well-designed website packed with high-quality information. Already having quite a bit of knowledge about fitness and nutrition, I can assure you that both the quality of the information and the amount of information provided are truly impressive.

Nothing is left to chance. You understand everything, absolutely everything. You know how and why you're doing things, it's truly incredible to have so much information of such high quality.

On top of that, Jérémy’s follow-up is incredibly high quality, your training program is tailored to you and your body type, nothing is left to chance. We are in contact with him whenever we want, and he answers all our questions. The follow-up is simply incredible. For me, his coaching truly adapts to you and your personal needs, we are not just a number among many others.

As for me, I’ve already lost a pants size, so yes, it works! But beyond the aesthetic aspect, there is also an inner transformation happening... regained self-confidence, etc.

And the little cherry on top, you join a supportive community that regularly shares its doubts, its successes, and its little life moments.

I can only recommend Jeremy as a coach. You can go for it with your eyes closed. A huge THANK YOU to the team for everything they do every day.

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Claudine Di Battista

07 Apr 2026

The best decision I made in 2025, and probably in the last 5 years, was starting coaching with Jérémy Loreau.

32 kg gone in 10 months, without medication, miracle products, or surgery.

An intelligent method, a strong community, help when needed, and the method that got me exercising again at 54, with two damaged knees and a tired heart, is perfectly suited to me. I work out at home, with 3 sessions using simple equipment, and I can see the progress, without getting out of breath or bored.

My life has meaning again, and I have my energy back.

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Vanessa SCHLAYEN

19 Mar 2026

Exceptional coaching that changed my view of training and well-being. At 54, I finally found a method that works for the long term. Thanks to Jérémy Loreau's advice, I regained incredible energy and a toned physique (going down several clothing sizes in just a few months).

The program is very comprehensive: the workouts are adapted to my level, and the nutrition side is the key to my success. Jérémy is incredibly supportive, very responsive, and knows how to adapt the coaching in case of physical difficulty so I can stay consistent.

You never feel alone thanks to the serious individualized follow-up and the conversations. It's tailored coaching, human and very structured. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to take their life back into their own hands with kindness and effectiveness!

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Renée Dugast

17 Mar 2026

15 months of coaching with Jérémy and Gina, 13 kg down, a reshaped figure, solid nutrition and training habits thanks to an excellent course on nutrition and training, and incredibly present, responsive, and caring coaches who support you every day.

Feeling a bit low? They’re there, they boost you back up. An injury, any kind of pain? They’re there, they adapt your training and everything keeps moving smoothly.

It’s the most effective and highest-performing coaching I know, with amazing results. Most importantly, you eat well, I was never hungry. Thank you so much for everything.

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Laure R

17 Mar 2026

I've been coached by Jérémy since January, and it's just incredible. The results I've achieved in less than 3 months are unbelievable to me.

For several years, I couldn't lose weight or transform my body, and despite my efforts, the pounds kept piling on.

Now I've finally broken that vicious cycle and reached a weight I didn't even dare hope for. On top of that, I learned how to build sports routines that do me a lot of good mentally and don't require too much time or too much pain in the effort. I am sincerely delighted with my program with Jérémy.

With him, the difference is that the program is personalized and targeted. It changes everything. I recommend him.

Try it, you don't have much to lose, tell yourself this is the last program you'll try.

Thanks again, Jérémy.

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Del

16 Mar 2026

Very happy I made the decision to contact Jérémy! I had several weight loss experiences in the past, starving myself and doing cardio. Nothing sustainable.

Having been coached by Jérémy for two months, I'm discovering strength training and really enjoying it. I'm eating fewer calories but without any feeling of deprivation. I don't forbid myself any foods and feel no guilt. My body is changing gradually so it can last.

Thank you to Jérémy and the whole team for this high-quality support. I've been given all the keys to transform my lifestyle habits. Thank you for the kindness! It's probably what makes it possible to move forward step by step.

I'm excited to see what the next few months have in store for me!

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Anne V

22 Jan 2026

A wonderful tailored experience and a transformation that went beyond my expectations! I lost almost 10 kilos in 6/7 months without ever feeling like I was making a huge effort.

No frustration, no forbidden foods (yes, yes, fries, raclette, etc., are absolutely allowed), I "just" learned how to properly manage my own energy budgets, calorie intake but also calorie expenditure (no more taking the car for every little thing!), based on my age, lifestyle, and body type.

The training provided is outstanding, and the Championnes community is incredibly freeing and guilt-relieving, always in a good mood. And Gina, my coach, supported me like a princess, always listening, patient, and taking great care of me... A gem ;-)

I gained confidence in my body, and today I feel much more independent when it comes to managing my weight and my health.

Unlike weight-loss programs based on meal boxes (commejaime, etc.), Jérémy makes sure you no longer need him, and in my opinion that's even more important than the number on the scale. Without a doubt, the best investment I've ever made for myself and my health!

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Marcela H

12 Jan 2026

Jérémy... what an incredible encounter! Much more than a coach, he is a mentor, a guide toward well-being and fulfillment. His passion is contagious, he doesn't just support us, he transforms us, pushing us to become the best version of ourselves.

Always looking for new methods to help us, he combines expertise and humanity with a unique approach. Thanks to him, I changed the way I see diets... and I changed my life.
Today, I feel strong, balanced, and free. I eat healthy, I enjoy myself, and I understood that it's all about harmony. Training is now a source of joy, a pillar of my daily life. What a joy it is to feel great and wear whatever you want, without constraints or guilt!

Thank you, Jérémy, for your dedication, your kindness, your patience, your humility, and your professionalism. You are not just a coach, you are a catalyst for change, an inspiration to everyone who crosses your path.

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Emmanuelle Bianchi

10 Jan 2026

Since August 2024, I’ve been coached by Jérémy Loreau, and it has been a real revelation. Before meeting him, I spent two years stuck despite the help of nutritionists and other fitness coaches. I was even told that as I was approaching 40, I had to accept it: my body would never change again.

Jérémy proved otherwise. By following his advice and his method, I finally saw real results where everyone else had failed.

The journey isn’t always linear: I had moments of doubt, periods when my weight stalled, or when I struggled to see my own progress in the mirror. But Jérémy was always there to explain how the body and nutrition work. Understanding what you’re doing changes your whole approach.

Today, my physical goal is within sight, but it’s my mindset that has changed the most. I regained my confidence. I no longer let the numbers get me down. I’ve become positive, and I don’t give up anymore.

If you think it’s “too late” or that you’ve tried everything, trust Jérémy. He doesn’t just give you a program, he teaches you how to succeed.

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Far more than an online fitness coach, Jérémy provides unwavering support that women cannot find in impersonal body transformation programs.

Jérémy guides you through your body transformation, helping you rebuild your self-confidence. A more harmonious body, with a calmer mind.

Between tailored expertise and personalized support to change your body during menopause, Jérémy Loreau now stands out as one of the leading fitness and nutrition coaches in the field.

When it comes to the question of how to get a toned female body, Jérémy Loreau now seems to have found an effective solution, combining tailored training advice with personalized nutrition support, without deprivation.

Jérémy Loreau offers healthy, personalized coaching designed especially for women over 40, to help them get back to feeling good in their own skin.

Jérémy Loreau's main goal is above all to pass on his knowledge to his Champions, as he calls them, most of whom are women over 40 who have been told it was too late for them to feel good in their bodies. Jérémy proves that it is absolutely possible to achieve a successful body transformation.

A method built on values of kindness and well-being. In just 8 years, Jérémy has become an expert coach in women's body transformation, recognized by his peers. Make no mistake, beneath this muscular body covered in tattoos from head to toe lies an extraordinary journey and a heart of gold.

Jérémy's mission is to help women transform physically and psychologically. Committed to our clients' well-being, we support them every day so they can rebuild their self-confidence.

Jérémy's dedication to his clients is unmatched. His professionalism, combined with his empathy and understanding of the body transformation process, allows them to overcome obstacles with determination and stay motivated throughout the process.

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