Thomas Shanahan

I felt drained — physically and mentally. With two young kids, work commitments, and a pretty full-on schedule, I was constantly low on energy and running on fumes. I knew I wanted to make a change, and I had tried multiple times before, but nothing ever really stuck. Each time I fell off, it left me feeling more frustrated and disappointed in myself. There was always this nagging feeling that I should be doing better, but I just couldn’t seem to break the cycle or find something that worked with my lifestyle. It wasn’t just about fitness — I wanted to feel better, have more energy for my family, and finally follow through on the changes I kept promising myself I’d make.

Looking back, I think it came down to a lack of accountability and real commitment. I always wanted to make a change, but without someone keeping me accountable, it was easy to let things slide or push things back a week… then a month… then longer. I’d set vague goals, but there was no structure or follow-through. Joining Vision PT changed that – the commitment felt real from day one, and having someone check in, guide me, and hold me to my word made all the difference. It turned intentions into action.
The biggest surprise was how much support there really is. It’s not just about training – it’s the structure, the coaching, the accountability, and the way the team genuinely cares about helping you get better. I didn’t expect it to be this holistic – from mindset to meal planning to proper goal setting – and I definitely didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I do now. That shift in mindset has been massive.

The biggest win is the consistency. I’ve finally built habits that are sustainable. I’m more energetic, more focused at work, and I feel sharper and more balanced overall. I’ve dropped weight, improved my fitness, and most importantly, I feel like I’m more present and energetic for my kids. It’s been about more than physical change – it’s helped me feel great in all facets of life.

Just start. Vision isn’t like other gyms. There’s no ego, no guesswork – just a personalised plan, an awesome community, and real accountability. The coaches don’t just train you – they guide you. They help you stay on track when life gets in the way and celebrate the wins with you. If you want something that works long term, Vision is the place.