Sarah Snelson has been a member of Evolve since May 2022 — and she’s still here, loving every minute.
As a woman in her mid-40s, Sarah came in with some previous strength training experience, but she was looking for a place where she could genuinely progress, feel supported, and enjoy her training.
The Challenge
Before joining Evolve, Sarah was already active, but she wanted more than just ticking workouts off a list.
She wanted:
- Measurable progress
- Better confidence with key lifts
- Coaching that adapted to her
- A training environment that felt motivating, not intimidating
Why She Nearly Didn’t Start
Like many people, Sarah knew consistency and coaching mattered — but finding the right setup isn’t always easy.
Big classes can mean limited guidance, while training alone can feel isolating and hard to sustain long term.
The Turning Point
From the first few months at Evolve, Sarah noticed real change.
The small group personal training (SGPT) format gave her the best of both worlds:
expert coaching from Mat, alongside the encouragement, energy, and laughs that come from training with others.
The programmes were challenging, engaging, and designed to clearly show progress — which kept motivation high.
The Results
In her first eight months, Sarah achieved:
Significant gains in strength and confidence
Clear improvements in lifting ability and overall fitness
Major progress with squats and pull-ups
Consistent training she genuinely enjoys
A sense of empowerment and ownership over her fitness
Here’s how Sarah puts it:
“The programmes are stimulating and challenging, and you can really see progress. The small group training gives you the guidance you need, with others there to encourage you and have a laugh with.”
Support That Adapts to You
One of the biggest standouts for Sarah is the coaching.
Mat consistently:
- Challenges members to keep progressing
- Adapts sessions to individual ability
- Adjusts training based on recovery or injuries
- Puts long-term health first
This level of care has helped Sarah train confidently and consistently — without feeling pushed beyond what’s right for her.
What This Means for You
If you want a gym that genuinely cares about you — your progress, your health, and your confidence — Sarah’s experience shows what Evolve does differently.
This is a place where strength is built properly, progress is measured, and people are supported at every stage.