Zoe is a client at Include Fitness who came to us wanting to build consistency, find something she genuinely enjoyed, and feel more confident in herself again.
The Challenge
Before working with us, Zoe had spent time in another gym but felt lost and unsure of what she was doing.
She believed she was training effectively, but without guidance or structure, she wasn’t making the progress she wanted.
On top of that, she was carrying extra weight, lacked confidence, and found the whole gym experience intimidating.
Getting started wasn’t just a physical challenge—it was mental too.
Why She Nearly Didn’t Start
Like many of our clients, Zoe struggled with confidence in the beginning.
She felt:
- Overweight and self-conscious
- Like a “fish out of water” in the gym
- Unsure of what she was doing
- Intimidated by the environment
Walking into the gym felt uncomfortable, and at times, she hated it.
But deep down, she knew she wanted to change and find a routine she could stick to.
The Turning Point
Everything began to shift once Zoe committed and experienced the difference in coaching and support.
As the weeks went on:
- She started receiving hands-on coaching and proper guidance
- Her technique and confidence improved
- She was pushed in the right way
- Training became structured and purposeful
Most importantly, she found something she actually enjoyed—which kept her coming back.
The environment that once felt intimidating became supportive and motivating.
The Results
In just over a year, Zoe achieved:
✅ Close to 5 stone lost
✅ Huge improvements in fitness and ability
✅ Built confidence both in and out of the gym
✅ Competed in Turf Games—something once far outside her comfort zone
✅ Developed a consistent routine she enjoys
Here’s what she had to say:
“I felt like a fish out of water… I had no clue what I was doing. I was overweight, no confidence, and hated every minute of walking in there.”
“The support… the hands-on coaching… making sure I’m doing the right movements and being pushed—that’s what stood out.”
“To be able to look back… best part of 5 stone weight loss and being able to do Turf Games is a huge achievement.”
“The community… everyone’s got your back. I’ve made genuine friends here. It’s brilliant.”
What This Means for You
If you feel like you don’t know what you’re doing, lack confidence, or feel intimidated by the gym, Zoe was exactly in that position.
Fast forward just over a year, and she’s:
- Lost nearly 5 stone
- Built real confidence
- Found a routine she enjoys
- Achieved things she once thought were out of reach
She didn’t start with confidence or experience—she started by showing up.
And now, she’s setting new goals like achieving her first pull-up and continuing to push herself further.
The hardest part is starting.
But once you do, with the right support, coaching, and community, everything changes.