Lorna joined Include Fitness just before Christmas, looking for something different something that would actually help her feel stronger, healthier, and more motivated again.
The Challenge
Before joining us, Lorna felt like the routines that had always worked for her were no longer getting results.
As she moved into her 40s, she noticed that her usual cardio-based workouts weren’t having the same impact, and training at home left her feeling stuck and frustrated.
She was putting in the effort, but without structure, progression, or guidance, she felt like she wasn’t really moving forward.
At the same time, she wanted more than just a workout; she wanted an environment where she could feel comfortable, supported, and connected with others.
Why She Nearly Didn’t Start
Like many people walking into a gym for the first time, Lorna had doubts before joining.
She felt:
Unsure of her fitness level
Nervous about walking into a gym environment
Worried everyone else would be “expert fit people”
Intimidated by not knowing where she fit in
The idea of joining felt daunting at first, especially stepping into a new environment surrounded by unfamiliar people.
But she knew she needed a change from the cycle she’d been stuck in.
The Turning Point
Things quickly started to shift once Lorna began training consistently and received support in the gym.
Even within the first couple of sessions, she realised this felt completely different from what she’d done before.
As the weeks went on:
She discovered a love for weightlifting
Started seeing progress and “marginal gains” week by week
Improved her technique with hands-on coaching
Began training muscles and movements she’d never focused on before
Found motivation in seeing herself improve
Most importantly, she stopped feeling intimidated.
Instead, she realised she was surrounded by a mix of people of different ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds all supporting each other.
The gym environment that once felt daunting became welcoming, friendly, and motivating.
The Results
Since joining Include Fitness, Lorna has:
✅ Built consistency with her training
✅ Found a style of training she genuinely enjoys
✅ Improved her confidence in the gym
✅ Developed strength and technique through weightlifting
✅ Become part of a supportive and welcoming community
Here’s what she had to say:
“I noticed as I was in my 40s that my usual cardio routines weren’t really working anymore.”
“I was trying to do stuff at home but felt like I wasn’t making any progress at all.”
“I was nervous about feeling like everybody else was really expert fit people.”
“Even within the first couple of sessions, I was like, this feels different.”
“I’ve really just loved weightlifting now… You start to see the marginal gains that you’re making each time.”
“The whole gym is welcoming and friendly, and it just motivated me to keep coming back.”
“It made me realise it’s not such an intimidating place, actually. It’s very warm and welcoming.”
What This Means for You
If you feel stuck with your current routine, unsure where to start, or intimidated by gyms, Lorna felt exactly the same way before joining.
Fast forward a few months, and she’s:
Training consistently
Enjoying exercise again
Building strength and confidence
Learning new skills and techniques
Part of a supportive fitness community
She didn’t start as someone who loved weightlifting or felt confident walking into a gym.
She started by taking the first step.
And once she found the right coaching, support, and environment, everything began to change.