Lift Club Member Stories

At school, I was the fat kid picked last for sports. At 42, I’m stronger and fitter than I ever imagined I could be, and Kirsty is the reason. When I started training with her in January, I weighed 84kg and could deadlift around 50kg. In March, I competed in my first fun/beginner powerlifting comp and lifted 95kg at 76kg bodyweight. Now, at 62kg, I’m still lifting 95kg, which is more than 1.5x my bodyweight. I’ve lost 22kg and almost doubled my deadlift, but the numbers only tell part of the story.

I’ve achieved all this during a very demanding period of my life, with plenty of days where I’ve been overwhelmed or simply trying to hold everything together. Kirsty has held me accountable through it all, always with kindness. She knows when to push, when to challenge and when I need more understanding. She has never made me feel guilty for a hard week, and she has never let me lose sight of what I’m working towards.

Her attention to technique is exceptional. She doesn’t just chase heavier weights; she teaches you to lift properly, corrects the small things and builds strength safely.

Kirsty has also created an incredible community. Elite athletes train alongside people returning to sport after years away and those of us who were picked last in school. There’s no intimidation or judgment - whether you’re lifting 20kg or 200kg, your progress matters and everyone celebrates each other’s wins. That culture is a reflection of Kirsty herself.

Training gave me something positive to focus on, and a commitment to myself when so much else felt unpredictable. There were times when just showing up was hard, and Kirsty understood that without ever lowering her expectations. She helped me become physically stronger, and she helped me recognise my own resilience.

Kirsty is an exceptional coach: knowledgeable, patient and genuinely invested in her clients as people, not just their results. I couldn’t recommend her more highly, and I’m so grateful she’s been in my corner.

Kirsty is the best in the business!! Any physical training, mindset coaching, or recovery help you need, she's absolutely got you covered.

I'd been training with Kirst for about a year when I shared my concerns about struggling mentally before my boxing bouts. That's when she introduced me to mindset coaching. I was honestly skeptical at first and didn't think it would be worth it, but after several months, I can 1000% guarantee that it works.

If you need help with your mindset, physical training, or recovery, what the f**k are you waiting for? Get down to ScoutCo!

Kirsty, I just want to say how grateful I am to have had you as my coach.

It's funny how things turn out. We first knew each other as opponents on the footy field, you playing for Slacks Creek, and me for Mt Gravatt Eagles. Who would have thought years later you'd end up coaching me for my very first push/pull competition through ScoutCo!

I was already lifting weights at the gym, but competing was something completely different. You encouraged me to give it a go, and I'm so glad I did.

The way you coached me, and the others, your patience, encouragement and the proper lifting techniques you taught us were absolutely amazing.

Especially being over 40 and a mother of 5, I never imagined I had the strength in me to deadlift 150kg! I honestly surprised myself! I couldn't believe I was capable of lifting that much weight, but with your guidance and encouragement, I achieved something I never thought was possible.

You didn't just teach me how to lift properly, you helped me believe in myself and realise that age and being a mum don't define my strength or what I'm capable of achieving.

I'm so happy and proud to see you taking your coaching career further. You have a natural gift for encouraging people and bringing out the best in them.

Thank you Kirsty, for believing in me and pushing me beyond what I thought were my limits. Wishing you nothing but success with ScoutCo and your coaching journey.