Before joining The Colony Health and Fitness, this member had never considered herself a “gym person.”
Like many others, life after lockdown had left her carrying a bit of extra weight and feeling low in energy.
When she got engaged, she decided it was time to make a change — to feel her best before her wedding and build long-term healthy habits.
The Challenge
She joined her coach, Jake, for training and followed him over when he became part of The Colony team — and she hasn’t looked back since.
At the start, she weighed 77 kilos and had very little fitness experience.
The goal was simple: feel fitter, stronger, and more confident before her big day.
Why She Nearly Didn't Start
Like many people, she had her doubts.
She wasn’t sure what to expect from a gym environment and worried she might not enjoy it or be able to stick with it.
But from day one, she found the atmosphere supportive, encouraging, and fun — and now jokes that Jake “can’t get rid of me.”
The Turning Point
Once she started training consistently, she realised just how much progress she could make with the right guidance.
Each session pushed her a little further, building strength, stamina, and self-belief.
The community spirit — especially training alongside others like Rosie — kept her motivated and made the journey enjoyable.
The Results
Since joining, she’s achieved an incredible transformation:
✅ Lost 13 kilos and gained noticeable muscle tone
✅ Built up the strength and confidence to take on Hyrox next year
✅ Run her first 5K — and now does one every month, taking four minutes off her time
✅ Feels happier, healthier, and more energetic in everyday life
✅ Rediscovered confidence, balance, and joy in training
Here’s what she had to say:
“I wasn’t ever a gym person, but I got engaged and wanted to lose some of the Covid weight. I joined Jake before he was here and followed him over — he can’t get rid of me now! I’ve lost 13 kilos, gained muscle, and feel so much better about myself. I even run now — I never thought I’d want to! I’ve taken four minutes off my 5K time and feel like a completely changed woman. It’s changed my life.”
What This Means for You
If you’ve ever felt like the gym “isn’t for you,” this story proves it can be.
At The Colony Health and Fitness, we create a welcoming space where every member — regardless of experience — can feel supported, encouraged, and proud of their progress.