For many people, a trip to the gym is about more than toning those abs or building up strength.
It’s a chance to escape and switch off while being surrounded by like-minded people. A way of having some time off and also improving yourself.
When the global pandemic shut down gyms across the state earlier this year, Metafit Bellarine sought to keep that connection with their clients going, while also helping them stay fit and healthy throughout the shutdown.
Owner Courtney Cox and her team began doing classes online, and the response was overwhelming.
“We’ve always had a focus on fitness in a fun and friendly environment,” Ms Cox said.
“So when we were faced with the situation where we couldn’t do that in our own space, we decided to take it online and the response has been fantastic.
“We just do it from our own homes, and people log in and do whichever workout they would like, and it’s helped us all stay in touch and help get each other through this.
“We’ve had a lot of people say that it has been their sanity through this and knowing that we were there to help guide them through was a real comfort for people.”
As well as physical training, the team at Metafit Bellarine has also been providing mental health support and holistic wellness tips along the way.
“We like to focus on lifestyle as well, so nutrition and overall health,” Ms Cox said.
“Physical health and the movement side of training is a big part of what we do, but it’s also a whole philosophy on a healthy lifestyle that we love to work with.”
While they are unsure when the doors will re-open for a return to face-to-face training, Ms Cox said the best way to support Metafit was simply to give it a go.
“The best thing people can do is just come and give us a try,” she said.
“Come along to a class, it’s for women and men, and very family-friendly, so there’s no excuses there.
“We can tailor our workouts to anyone and any fitness level, so when we get back there it would be great to see some new faces down to give us a go.”
