Emel joined ProtoFit already as a keen gym-goer, but with a big life change ahead. She was pregnant and wanted to maintain her fitness safely, stay strong, and make sure she could return to training confidently after pregnancy.
Her goal wasn’t just to “stay active”, it was to come out the other side stronger than ever.
The Challenge
Before joining ProtoFit, Emel was used to training on her own in a commercial gym. While she enjoyed that independence, pregnancy brought new challenges:
- Not knowing what exercises were safe during each trimester
- Wanting expert guidance rather than guessing
- Maintaining fitness through pregnancy
- Losing pregnancy weight afterwards
- Continuing to progress physically, not just “go easy”
She wanted structure, confidence, and reassurance, without giving up on proper training.
Why She Nearly Didn't Start
Emel had two main reservations before joining.
Firstly, she wasn’t sure how much extra value a coach could add, as she already considered herself experienced in the gym.
Secondly, she’d never enjoyed gym classes. Group sessions had never been her thing, and she worried they wouldn’t suit her training style or goals.
The Turning Point
What changed everything was realising that ProtoFit’s group sessions aren’t “classes”. They’re group PT.
Every session is tailored:
- Everyone trains at their own level
- Different weights, exercises, and progressions
- No one finds it too easy or too hard
- Coaches actively adjust sessions based on individual goals
On top of that, the coaches understood pregnancy training inside out. They guided Emel through every trimester, gave her clarity on what she could and couldn’t do, and helped her train with confidence.
The Results
Since joining ProtoFit, Emel has achieved more than she ever expected:
Became the fittest she’s ever been
Maintained fitness through two pregnancies
Lost all pregnancy weight gained
Built significant strength
Progressed consistently with heavier weights
Felt supported, safe, and challenged at every stage
Here’s what Emel had to say:
“Since joining ProtoFit I’ve become the fittest I’ve ever been in my life. I’ve had two pregnancies and it’s enabled me to maintain my fitness throughout them, as well as lose all the extra weight I gained. I’ve become a lot stronger.”
What She Loved Most About ProtoFit
Two things stood out above everything else.
Firstly, the community. Training alongside like-minded people with similar goals made sessions motivating, supportive, and enjoyable, especially in group training.
Secondly, the expertise of the coaches. The team genuinely understands individual goals and consistently pushes members to progress, lift heavier, and improve, without ever losing sight of safety or long-term health.
What This Means for You
If you’re pregnant or planning to be, returning after pregnancy, or simply want expert-led training that adapts to you, Emel’s story shows what’s possible.
You don’t have to stop training.
You don’t have to guess.
And you don’t have to choose between safety and progress.