Learning to stop fighting with my body and start working with it

I've always been an active person, from running around as a kid to hiking, swimming, cycling, and dancing in ballet and gymnastics classes. As a teen, I was a passionate runner, representing my school in Cross-Country and Athletics.

You might think that because I’ve been active all my life, staying healthy and in good shape has always come easy—but my fitness journey has been far from perfect! I’ve faced challenges, learned a lot, and grown stronger—physically and mentally—throughout it all.

The gym used to feel intimidating to me, but now it’s my space to feel my best. Over the years, I’ve gained 12kg and am now at a healthy weight, doing things I never thought possible when I started my journey.

When I started university, I wanted to stay active, so I joined the gym. I didn’t know what to do, so I stuck with cardio machines. But I wanted to build a more athletic physique. My partner, who was playing sports at a high level, suggested I try weight training. I was hesitant at first, thinking it would make me bulky, but as I started lifting, I fell in love with it—and I haven’t looked back since.

Now, I’m fitter, stronger, healthier, and happier than ever. I won’t lie—it took time to gain confidence in using weights. If you’re new to training, it’s totally normal to feel lost at first. But trust me, learning the fundamentals of movement is key to gaining confidence in the gym, and that’s exactly where a personal trainer like me can help you!

I believe in making fitness fun and sustainable, so I mix up my training styles—strength training, gymnastics-inspired moves, power-focused exercises, and calisthenics—to keep things exciting and well-rounded. At the end of the day, fitness should be something you enjoy, and when you love what you're doing, you're much more likely to stick with it!