Lisa Bienz

Over the last 12 months at Vision, I’ve achieved more than I ever thought I could.

“As a mum of two teenage girls, Senna and Winter, a wife, and working a full-time job, life is always busy. I chose a gym close to my girls’ school so I had no excuses not to show up! I wanted to make time for myself and become stronger, both physically and mentally.”

Before joining Vision, I had always focused on cardio because it was what I knew. Strength training was completely new to me, and I knew I needed the right advice and someone to teach me how to do it properly.

I was paired with my trainer, Jack, who has taught me how to train hard, build my strength and, most importantly, believe in what I’m capable of.

One exercise I unexpectedly fell in love with was the deadlift. I started at 30kg and set myself what felt like a huge goal of 60kg. I honestly didn’t think I could do it, but Jack believed I could. I not only reached my goal, I went on to achieve a personal best of 65kg!

I also discovered the squat, another exercise I had never really done before. I started at just 10kg and have now achieved a PB of 40kg, something I never expected I would be capable of when I first started. Seeing those numbers grow has shown me just how much stronger I’ve become and what can happen when you stay consistent and keep challenging yourself.

Along the way, I’ve also learnt how important nutrition is and how what I eat can support my training, energy and progress.

But my biggest achievement isn’t just the weight I can lift. I feel stronger than I ever have before. Training has given me confidence, determination and a stronger mindset that carries into everyday life. It’s taught me that even when life gets busy or throws challenges at you, you can keep showing up, keep pushing yourself and surprise yourself with what you can achieve.

And I’m definitely not finished yet!