Make 2025 your year of transformation! As one of South Africa’s most successful fitness, weight-loss and healthy lifestyle programmes, LK Fitness has transformed thousands of women’s bodies and lives over the years. Click Here to see transformations from previous years.
The 8 Week Challenge will taking place on the LK Fitness App, giving you daily workouts and tips designed to help you transform your body. The exercise plans – developed by Linda Kriel – are divided into three fitness levels, guiding you with short videos. It also comes with 3 healthy meal plans to choose from, developed by our dietician, Anel Kirsten.
Kindly note that the prizes are exclusively available for participants residing in South Africa and are not eligible for exchange, transfer, or redemption for cash or alternative rewards. Individuals from other countries are welcome to participate, however, it’s important to understand that if they emerge as winners, the prizes can only be redeemed within South Africa.
Prizes must be claimed at our office within 4 months after the winners are announced on April 4.
When does the 8 Week Transformation Challenge 2025 start?
The competition runs on the LK Fitness App from 3 February to 28 March 2025. The winners will be announced on 4 April 2025 at 12:00 on the Linda Kriel Fitness Facebook page.
STEP 2: Share one of our LK Fitness Posts on Facebook or Instagram. And Tag 3 of your friends in the comments on Facebook or Instagram to challenge them to join you.
Step 3: Email us at info@lkfitness.co.za with your details:
Your name and surname.
Your age.
Your email address that you use for your LK Fitness App subscription.
Your phone number.
Lastly, please tell us your story in 50-100 words. WHY do you want to enter? What would transforming your body mean to you? We would love to hear from you!
STEP 4:
Take your “BEFORE” Photos between 27 Jan and 2 Feb. SCROLL DOWN TO FIND OUT HOW TO TAKE YOUR PHOTOS. Save these Before Photos and don’t submit them until the challenge ends. Only submit your Before and After images together at the end of the challenge.
BEFORE AND AFTER PHOTOS:
You will need to capture 3 BEFORE photos between 27 Jan – 2 Feb, and 3 AFTER photos between 24 and 28 March. Scroll down for example photos.
1 x Full length photo from the front.
1 x Full length photo from the side.
1 x Half body photo holding a cellphone with that day’s date visible. You should wear the same outfit as in your other two photos.
Email us all your 6 photos (3 BEFORE and 3 AFTER) at the end of the challenge to info@lkfitness.co.za.
WHEN TAKING YOUR PICTURES:
Full body front
Full body side
Half body “Proof of Date” Picture: Hold up a cellphone showing that day’s date, as proof that the challenge was completed in the right time frame.
Here is an example of how you should do it:
FULL BODY FRONT: BEFORE & AFTERFULL BODY SIDE: BEFORE & AFTER
Example photo of holding phone:
Google “Today’s date” and display it on your cellphone. (If you are unsure whether you have done it correctly, you can email us a sample photo between 27 Jan – 2 Feb, and we will let you know if it’s acceptable). Email: info@lkfitness.co.za.
Send an email to info@lkfitness.co.za between 24th and 28th March with the following:
Your Name and Surname.
Your email address. (The one you use for your LK Fitness App subscription.)
The 6 good quality photos of yourself. (3 BEFORE, and 3 AFTER).
A short paragraph of your experience. Ideally between 50-100 words. (Tips: If you have lost kilograms or centimetres you are welcome to state this in your paragraph; How do you feel? How did you find the LK Fitness App?)
What is provided when I enter?
To participate in the challenge, a subscription to the LK Fitness App is required. While the challenge spans 8 weeks, our goal is for you to sustain your commitment to exercise and healthy eating beyond the challenge period.
On the app you will get:
Eating plans. Choice between:
Low GI
Keto/Banting
Mediterranean
Free articles/tips to help you on your journey
Detox plan
Easy to follow recipes
Daily exercises
Access to the private Facebook group for LK Fitness App users – motivation from like-minded women.
Can I change my eating plan during the challenge?
Yes, you can change between the 3 meal plans available on the app, during the challenge. Read more about the change/swap on your LK Fitness App under FAQ’s in your Profile.
Do I have to WhatsApp/Email my results every week?
No – You only have to submit your before and after photos at the end of the challenge. Only your final photos will be compared with your initial entry, before the winner will be announced. (Please also review “To complete the challenge” above.)
How do I log my photos?
Email your photos – info@lkfitness.co.za.
It is important to know that this challenge is about body transformation and NOT just weight loss. We are looking for changes in your shape, muscle definition, and weight/fat loss.
Please also review “To complete the challenge” above.
What happens to my results/photos that I share?
All information of participants will be kept confidential and will not be disclosed unless permission is asked and granted. However, LK Fitness has the right to the use of the photos and stories on their journey, of the top 10 finalists of the challenge for marketing purposes. LK Fitness will be the sole interpreter of the rules and may change it in the interest of the competition and/or whenever fairness requires.
What is the cost of participating in the 8 Week Transformation Challenge?
For participation in the 8 Week Transformation Challenge, there are no registration fees. However, an active LK Fitness App subscription is required (any subscription).
Our Social Media pages make it possible to connect with like-minded individuals who are on the same journey. When you subscribe to the LK Fitness app, you’ll also get access to the private facebook group for app members, where you motivate each other during the challenge.
If you participate in this 8 Week Transformation challenge, you’re welcome to share your journey with us by following our social media pages, tagging us in your posts and using our hashtags: #lkfitnesschallenge #dolindakriel
We hope you have a wonderful and transformative 8 weeks!
Are you ready for this transformation? Only 8 Weeks to change the way you look and feel? Make 2024 your year of transformation! As one of South Africa’s most successful fitness, weight-loss and healthy lifestyle programmes, LK Fitness has transformed thousands of women’s bodies and lives over the years. Set your goals and we will help you achieve them!
This 8 Week Challenge is followed on the LK Fitness App, and comes with healthy meal plans, developed by our dietician, Anel Kirsten. You have a choice between 3 meal plans. The weekly exercise plans – developed by Linda Kriel – are divided into three fitness levels, guiding you with short videos.
Enter between 3 and 12 January 2024. Scroll down for the link to the ENTRY FORM.
Exclusively for women aged 18 and above.
Kindly note that the prizes are exclusively available for participants residing in South Africa and are not eligible for exchange, transfer, or redemption for cash or alternative rewards. Individuals from other countries are welcome to participate, however, it’s important to understand that if they emerge as winners, the prizes can only be redeemed within South Africa.
When does the Best Body Transformation Challenge 2023 start?
The competition runs from 15 January until 10 March 2024. The winners will be announced on 13 March 2024 at 12:00 on the Linda Kriel Fitness Facebook page.
How do I enter?
Register, by completing the online entry form between 3 and 12 January 2024. (Link to ENTRY FORM below.)
You need an active annual (year) subscription to the LK Fitness App NOT ‘n monthly subscription. Provide the email address associated with your LK Fitness App subscription in the online form for verification.
Capture your before photos between 3 and 12 January as per the specified requirements listed below. Safeguard your before images and don’t submit them until the challenge ends. Only submit your before and after images together at the end of the challenge.
Note: On some phones, the Entry Form link does not work due to settings on the phone. If you cannot access the Entry Form using the above link, please Whatsapp us on 0780404297 and we’ll send the Entry Form to you directly. You can also try by double-clicking here: ENTRY FORM
Before and After Photos:
You will need to capture 3 before photos between 3 and 12 January, and 3 after photos between 8 and 11 March. Scroll down for example photos.
1 x Full length photo from the front.
1 x Full length photo from the side.
1 x Half body photo holding a newspaper or magazine with that day’s date visible. You should wear the same outfit as in your other two photos.
Whatsapp us all your 6 photos (3 BEFORE and 3 AFTER) at the end of the challenge to 078 040 4297. Photos should reach us between 10 – 11 March. Closing time for sending your photos will be 16:00 on the 11th of March.
WHEN TAKING YOUR PICTURES:
Full body front
Full body side
Half body: Hold up THAT DAY’S NEWSPAPER showing that day’s date, as proof that the challenge was completed in the right time frame.
Here is an example of how you should do it:
Example photo of holding newspaper:
If you don’t have a newspaper, you can follow these steps: Google “Today’s date” and display it on your cellphone instead of the newspaper. (If you are unsure whether you have done it correctly, you can WhatsApp us a sample photo between 3 and 12 January, and we will let you know if it’s acceptable).
Send a WhatsApp to LK Fitness (078 040 4297) between 8th and 11th March before 16:00 with the following:
Your name and surname
A short paragraph of your experience. Not more than 100 words. (Tips: If you have lost kilograms or centimetres you are welcome to state this in your paragraph; How do you feel? How did you find the LK Fitness App?)
6 good quality photos of yourself :
2 BEFORE + you with newspaper/cell phone showing that day’s date.
2 AFTER + you with newspaper/cell phone showing that day’s date.
What is provided when I enter?
To participate in the challenge, a yearly subscription to the LK Fitness App is required. While the challenge spans 8 weeks, our goal is for you to sustain your commitment to exercise and healthy eating beyond the challenge period.
On the app you will get:
Eating plans. Choice between:
Low GI
Keto/Banting
Mediterranean
Free articles/tips to help you on your journey
Detox plan
Easy to follow recipes
Daily exercises
Access to the private Facebook group for LK Fitness App users – motivation from like-minded women.
Can I change my eating plan during the challenge?
Yes, you can change between the 3 meal plans available on the app, during the challenge. Read more about the change/swap on your LK Fitness App under FAQ’s in your Profile.
Do I have to WhatsApp my results every week?
No – You only have to submit your before and after photos at the end of the challenge. Only your final photos will be compared with your initial entry, before the winner will be announced. (Please also review “To complete the challenge” above.)
How do I log my photos?
WhatsApp your photos – 078 040 4297.
It is important to know that this challenge is about body transformation and NOT just weight loss. We are looking for changes in your shape, muscle definition, and weight/fat loss.
Please also review “To complete the challenge” above.
A good example is Lize, who participated in our 2022 Biggest loser challenge.
She didn’t have a lot of weight to loose but her shape has changed, she’s lost centimetres and toned her muscles. She followed the exercise programs on the App.
What happens to my results/photos that I share?
All information of participants will be kept confidential and will not be disclosed. LK Fitness will be the sole interpreter of the rules and may change it in the interest of the competition and/or whenever fairness requires. However, LK Fitness has the right to the use of the photos and stories on their journey, of the top 10 finalists of the challenge for marketing purposes.
What is the cost of participating in the Best Body Transformation Challenge?
Participation in the Best Body Transformation Challenge incurs no registration fees. However, a purchase of the LK Fitness App Yearly subscription is required. The rationale behind opting for a yearly subscription is to view this challenge as a catalyst for initiating your health and fitness transformation. It is crucial to sustain your efforts beyond the challenge period.
Our Social Media pages make it possible to connect with like-minded individuals who are on the same journey. When you subscribe to the LK Fitness app, you’ll also get access to the private facebook group for app members, where you motivate each other during the challenge.
If you participate in this 8 Week Transformation challenge, you’re welcome to share your journey with us by following our social media pages, tagging us in your posts and using our hashtags: #lkfitnesschallenge #dolindakriel
Note: On some phones, the Entry Form link does not work due to settings on the phone. If you cannot access the Entry Form using the above link, please Whatsapp us on 0780404297 and we’ll send the Entry Form to you directly.
Welcome to Day 1 of our 8 Week Transformation Challenge!
As you embark on this 8-week journey, remember, you’re not alone. If you haven’t already, join our vibrant community on the LK Fitness App closed group for app users. Share your triumphs, your challenges, and let’s celebrate every milestone together. Share your day, comment on others’ progress, and be part of the supportive network. While not mandatory for the competition challenge, we strongly encourage it, as it significantly enhances your chances of reaching your goal!
Good luck with your transformation challenge! We believe in you, and together, we’re unstoppable!
Today’s workout: Hips | Abs | Arms
You can do this before or after your app workout.
These two versatile exercises that can be done anywhere, anytime, targeting your hips, outer thighs, core, and arms.
Workout:
2 exercises
Time ± 3 minutes
Side leg lifts: 20 x Right, 20 x Left
Plank and twist: x 20
I suggest you watch the video first to be prepared
If the video isn’t working on your device, please check your internet connection and refresh the page.
Have fun!
xx Linda & Armin
Have you booked your Walking Adventure in 2025 with Linda yet?
An active adventure of walking, stretching, toning, eating and wine tasting. Hope to see you there! To find out more and book: Click here
Cape Town – 4 Day WalkKruger Walking SafariItalian Lakes – 6 DaysWild Coast – 4 Day Walk
