A place where lives are changed, and endless potential is realised

 

There are so many things I love about the gym. I have found a real sense of community here, I love the atmosphere that is encouraged by both the staff and the gym users. I love that this is a place that I am constantly learning and being encouraged to push that little bit further, not only in terms of my workouts, but other areas of my life also!

Life before starting at Inspiring Women was exhausting – both physically and mentally. I was always sick, tired, and had such low self esteem. I lacked the basic level of confidence that I always felt like I should have. I was always fearful of trying new things and putting myself out there. I was so fearful about even joining a gym, despite knowing it is what I needed most. However, the welcoming and non-judgmental environment helped me to feel at ease right away, meaning I could focus on my goals and become the version of me I am today.

Day to day life is very different from before. Apart from the obvious aspects such as now being fit and healthy, I find myself thriving in trying new things, and I am now more organised! I made a conscious effort right from the beginning to plan my days better in order to fit in my workouts, because I didn’t want to fall into the “too busy” trap. This consistency has transformed other areas of my life.

I believe it is the people that make Inspiring Women what it is. I look forward to going in every day. I love how the staff are always willing to answer questions and share knowledge and ideas and encourage us – and they genuinely care! It is this level of investment and sowing into my life that keeps me grounded in this wonderful community. It’s not just about coming and lifting a few weights or running on the treadmill.

For me, Inspiring Women is a place where lives are changed, and endless potential is realised.

– Emma Mitchell (Inspiring Woman & Gym Member)

No judgement, just enthusiasm, encouragement and acceptance

 

I love the gym because it is full of wonderful women, both staff and clients.  There is no judgement, just enthusiasm, encouragement and acceptance.

My life before starting at the gym was mainly sedentary.  The idea of doing anything active, other than walking to the car and the mailbox filled me with dread. I was not happy with myself and felt a bit depressed about my lack of motivation and ability to change things for the better.

I was a bit concerned that the gym may be a competitive place where I might feel intimidated by a fit and glamorous clientele.  Also I was fearful of not being able to “keep up”. I have discovered that the only competition in the gym is me competing against myself!

I was feeling pressure from my Doctor because I am diabetic and my blood sugar levels were continually too high.   In fact my general health wasn’t very good at all.

Everything has changed since February 2017!  I am now active and enjoying it and feeling so much better in myself. I feel much more in control of my life and able to take on so much more than when I was 50 years old! Day to day life is very different.  Most of my work is organised around gym attendance.  I try to come at least 5 times a week.  I have been able to accomplish much more, and I don’t feel tired – no need for an afternoon siesta these days! I have lost nearly 10 kilos and my blood sugar readings are steadily trending down.  I do not take as much insulin as I used to and I feel really healthy.  Even my doctor is delighted at my progress!

It is great fun coming to Inspiring Women.  Everyone is positive and encouraging and genuinely interested in helping you with your fitness, wellness and diet.  They are very keen (almost as much as you are!) for you to reach your goals.  I am particularly grateful for personal training sessions twice a week as well as my regular gym visits.  I have some favourite exercises, my most favourite being boxing, much to the surprise of family, friends and myself.

Get off the fence and come and join us.  The hardest bit will be to walk through the doors for the first time.  You won’t regret it!  Inspiring Women is a great gym for women of all ages and they really care about you.

– Sue (Inspiring Woman & Gym Member)

2 Hours a day to tune in and focus on me

The ladies at Inspiring Women have welcomed me and my kids into their community like their family. Everyone is so friendly and this gym feels like home for me.

The best things for me are the classes, childminding, and the social community.

The half an hour express classes are great! Megan and Paige squeeze about 2 hours worth of exercise into 30 minutes. These classes are fundamental to the healthy lifestyle I have created, I now feel much more fit, flexible healthier, have no joint or back pain which means I can keep up with my kids.

The childminding is the best. When your children are under 2 they are quite attached so having them just a few meters away gives me peace of mind. I feel really safe leaving my kids with Sandy and Rebekah.

Inspiring Women is the packaged deal.  I have made so many new friends, it really does feel like family here. I can even shower, dry and straighten my hair, and iron my clothes!

Having the gym gives me space, and 2 hours a day to tune out and focus on me.

– Arwa (Inspiring Woman & Gym Member)

As soon as I get started into a workout I feel energised

I’ve been a member for almost 5 years now. I love the family feel of Inspiring Women. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming, there’s no grunters or posers, but we still work hard!
When I first joined I hadn’t been doing anything for a few years and had a fairly sedentary job, so I was focussed on building up my fitness and gaining more energy. It’s become an important part of my life and the best way to de-stress. Work can be draining mentally, and I might feel like I’m too tired to go to the gym, but as soon as I walk in the door and get started into a workout I feel energised and the pay-off afterwards is always worth it.
I’ve loved the classes and have participated in a few bootcamps over the years – always a great way to get an extra boost coming into summer.
I’m currently 6 months pregnant and working with Rebekah and Paige is keeping me fit and healthy and building up strength for the challenges ahead! I really look forward to my PT sessions – they are a nice little bit of me time and I always have my best sleeps and feel most energised after a session.

– Lauren Palmer (Inspiring Woman & Gym Member)