Today we’d like to introduce you to Bilonda Tshimanga.
Hi Bilonda, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
Bodied By B.Rachel came into fruition in 2021 during COVID-19. I had the inspiration to start my business after always getting asked “what workouts do you do?” or “what’s your workout routine?” I finally decided it was time to use my knowledge to help other women be confident in the gym! I created 3 different workout plans focusing on weight gain, weight loss & glute growth. As well to my workout plans, I eventually grew into offering apparel and training services.
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey has been a fairly smooth road?
Overall starting my business didn’t come with any rigorous challenges I’ve had to face. One thing I did struggle with was a lack of support from some family and friends. I had to realize although support is free it isn’t given. It was a hard pill to swallow but it made me appreciate the friends who always supported me consistently! I learned the goal is to grow outside of people I know and reach new support from new customers.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’m a fitness trainer who sells workout plans, apparel and assists women with gym knowledge and confidence. I’m proud of my many clients who’ve used my plans and have seen tremendous results. To see them start off and grow into loving the gym, being confident in their body and what to do in the gym all from a workout plan makes me so proud. What sets me apart from other fitness businesses is I truly care. I’m there for each & every customer who has questions or needs tips on anything gym related. I always go the extra mile for my customers and I always will! The goal for me is not to just make a profit off a customer, it’s for me to see a customer utilize my plan and adopt an overall healthier lifestyle!
If you had to, what characteristic of yours would you give the most credit to?
Being genuine, personable, and transparent is what I believe led me to be successful within my business. I genuinely connect with my customers by providing stellar customer service, and I’m personable by being myself and helping customers feel comfortable to ask me questions. Lastly, I’m transparent with my own struggles in the gym, and how I’ve lost & gained weight. Customers want to see the real, especially in fitness.
Pricing:
- Slim thick plan 2.0 $32
- Drop it plan $25
- 2-week abs plan $14
- Apparel $45
Contact Info:
- Website: bodiedbybrachel.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/bodiedbybrachel/
- Twitter: twitter.com/bodiedbybrachel/
Image Credits
Bilonda Tshimanga
Bodied By B.Rachel LLC (BBBR)
