Dale is a professional videographer and photographer who came to ProtoFit wanting to stay agile, strong, and capable — not just now, but for the long term.
With a physically demanding job, Dale knew he needed to look after his body if he wanted to still be doing the work he loves in 10–15 years’ time.
The Challenge
Before joining ProtoFit, Dale wasn’t training consistently or with a clear purpose.
His main concerns were:
- Staying agile and mobile for work
- Building a stronger core to protect his body
- Making sure his fitness would support his career long-term, not hold it back
He didn’t want short-term fixes — he wanted something sustainable.
Why He Nearly Didn't Start
Like many people, Dale didn’t jump in blindly.
Two things influenced his decision:
- His wife had been training with ProtoFit for seven years and couldn’t recommend the team highly enough
- He knew that if he didn’t start training properly now, his job could become much harder as the years went on
That combination made the decision simple — but expectations were high.
The Turning Point
From the very start, Dale realised he’d made the right call.
Over the last 14 months, training at ProtoFit became something he genuinely enjoyed. The structure, coaching, and regular 28-day challenges gave him clear goals and motivation — without burning him out.
Instead of just “working out”, he was training with intent.
The Results
Since joining ProtoFit, Dale has achieved exactly what he set out to do — and more:
Lost 5kg during each 28-day challenge
Maintained his weight while increasing overall strength
Built a stronger, more resilient core for work
Ran a marathon
Beat his 10k personal best — a record he’d held for over 10 years
Here’s what Dale had to say:
“My experience with ProtoFit has been absolutely brilliant to be honest. I’ve been with them for the last 14 months now. I really enjoy the 28 day challenges and both times I’ve done it I’ve lost 5 kilos. The rest of the time I’ve been maintaining and increasing my strength which is exactly what I wanted to do. I’ve also run a marathon and finally beat my 10k personal best which I’d held for at least 10 years — so there’s still energy in the old boy yet.”
What This Means for You
If you want training that supports your lifestyle, your career, and your future — not just quick wins — Dale’s story shows what’s possible.
At ProtoFit, the goal isn’t just to get you fit for now, but to help you move well, stay strong, and keep doing what you love for years to come.