Celebrating our Members!

During that time I read about the power of exercise to heal the brain and the benefits of strength training. I decided to that I had a chance to build a healthier life for myself. I knew that at home workouts would work and minimise the fatigue.

At first it was hard. 3kg weights felt tough and I was very unfit. But I just kept going. Now 15kg weights are my go to for some lifts and the woman who couldn't walk can now sprint up and down the lawn.

All my health indicators are good. I have a dream for being that old lady that goes for hikes and bike rides.

I look forward to my daily exercise it's the best form of self care. I would recommend Dedikate to anyone who needs to make changes at their own pace. They way I look at you have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

Looking back, the fatigue, sore joints, and loss of strength were all signs of perimenopause, I just didn't know it then.

DediKate fits perfectly into real life. Some weeks I get all my workouts done, other weeks it's a few quick PPM sculpts and that's okay.

Over the past year I've built real strength, going from 10kg squats and deadlifts to 18.5kg, and I finally feel strong and capable again.

I love that I'm not limited to just one style of training. The PPM, rehab, and minis have been lifesavers. Menopause hasn't been easy, but DediKate has helped me manage it with less pain, more energy, and strength I thought I was losing for good.

I'm proud I've stuck with it through the messy seasons of life, and I tell everyone about DediKate. It's honestly been a game changer, and I'm excited to keep getting stronger.

I found DediKate again and it turned out to be exactly what I needed. As a busy mum, having workouts I can do when it suits me is ideal, and the amazing trainers, especially Kate, Anna and Caro (even on replay!), keep me coming back week after week.

At 42 and in perimenopause, the PPM workouts have made a huge difference. My strength and energy have both improved, and I love the mindset shift of not needing every workout to be a sweat session.

That approach has helped me listen to my body and adjust my expectations when I am not feeling one hundred percent. The trainers remind us that doing what we can on the day still counts, which has helped me stay consistent and positive. Last year I struggled with awful anxiety brought on by perimenopause. The yoga sessions were a lifeline during that time, and when the PPM content arrived it felt like perfect.

Knowing there is a whole community going through similar things has been a huge comfort. Earlier this year I also injured my knee, and the PPM strength focus has been key in rebuilding and supporting my rehab.

My favourite workouts are PPM Sculpt and BoxHiit. I love lifting heavy and I love getting on the bag. They make me feel strong, capable and grounded. The planner function has also been a game changer. I set up my week every Sunday night and stick to the same morning training time, which means one less thing to think about during a full and busy week.

Looking back, what I am most proud of is my consistency. Over five years there have been weeks when I have been sick or travelling, but when I am well again or back home I simply pick up where I left off. DediKate makes it so easy. Staying committed while being a mum and working full time feels like a real achievement.

Everything changed when I found out I was in perimenopause and discovered DediKate's PPM workouts. For the first time, I felt seen. The structured PPM training and Thrive Planner removed the overwhelming guesswork and helped me build consistency. I now train three times a week, plus walk and do yoga.

My whole family now knows that the time between 6am and 7am, Monday to Friday, is my time. I've realised that if my workout doesn't happen between those times, it won't happen, so that time for me is non-negotiable, and the results have been life-changing, I'm stronger, pain-free, and haven't needed the physio in a long time.

Thank you to Kate and the DediKate team for creating such a supportive space. Joining DediKate has been one of the best decision I've made for my health.

Consistency has been my focus, even when life gets busy. If I miss a week, I know I can jump back in (often with the 'Back on the Wagon' workout!). I've gone from being amazed at lifting 10kg weights to heaving 20kg dumbbells in my perimenopause strength sessions, just what I needed at this stage.

As a solo parent, gym time isn't realistic, but Dedikate's 20-minute workouts fit my schedule. I even take them on work trips, squeezing in hotel room pilates or a gym session when jetlag allows.

Exercising at home has made fitness accessible and, unexpectedly, a normal part of life for my kids. That once 6-month-old has grown up watching me train, now at 5, she has her own 1kg weights and sometimes joins in!

In 2019, a Dexa scan revealed osteopenia, and I was advised to exercise, take calcium, and return to the pill. I started researching and learned that strength training, reducing alcohol, and prioritising sleep were key.

I tried various online programs but found them too expensive, until I discovered Dedikate. I signed up for a 12-week promo and never looked back! Now in my second year, I love the variety, the expert trainers, and the flexibility to work out from home. The Peri & Post-Menopausal program has been a game-changer, and I aim for three sessions a week without needing to juggle my family's schedule.

Last month, another Dexa scan showed an 8% improvement, I'm no longer osteopenic! HRT, diet, and consistent training have paid off. Dedikate has given me the tools, but I'm proud of myself for building the person I want to be. I'm in this for the long haul, to be strong, healthy, and here for my boys.

I was training for the Motatapu Marathon when COVID hit in January. In the past, I would've pulled out, but instead, I reframed my goal and completed it by walking and running. It wasn't a PB, but it was one of the most enjoyable races I've ever done, chatting with participants, taking photos, and soaking up the scenery.

Since then, I've kept up my fitness through Dedikate challenges like Spice, Twenty, the Summer Challenge, and Run Club. The community and variety of workouts keep me motivated, and I love the Ignite Kettlebell and PPM Sculpt sessions, they challenge me both physically and mentally.

This year, I've felt stronger, more confident, and more capable in all aspects of life. I even placed 1st in my age group for the first time at the Taieri Coastal Classic and hit my highest-ever VO2 max. As I turn 41, I can confidently say, I'm in my 40s and thriving. Oh, and I can't wait for the next Dedikate Challenge!

I signed up for the Buy From the Bush Challenge and was impressed by the variety of workouts. After my trial, I committed to a 12-month membership, far more affordable and flexible than a gym. Over time, I added small weights and noticed my strength improving, not just in workouts but in daily farm and household tasks.

I'm not chasing records or jean sizes, I just want to look after my health, and Dedikate makes that easy. Whether it's a Sculpt, Ignite, or a calming Pilates session, I choose what I need, when I need it. I also love the recipe section for simple, healthy meal ideas.

Dedikate has made fitness accessible, enjoyable, and part of my everyday life. Quite simply, if I wasn't a member, I wouldn't be exercising, so thank you, Kate and the team, for a healthier, happier me!

I love that DediKate trainers are normal people, who show they sometimes struggle with the workouts, have families to juggle, have injuries sometimes. I derived strength and inspiration from knowing that what I was going through wasn't just me.

Now I have a rehabilitated knee, normal cholesterol, and I'm fitter too! I can see the beginnings of muscle definition in my arms and thighs! I can do full push-ups on my toes, side planks, things I couldn't do 4 months ago.

DediKate is so much more than workouts, I attended workshops on how to live a healthier life and got informed on how to have a balanced lifestyle.

Throughout my time with DediKate, I've completed almost all the challenges that are available. My favorite of all time is DediKate with a Mate because I got a new friend out of it. Silke B is in New Zealand and distance was not an issue to keep each other accountable every day. DediKate has changed my life for the better and I am so grateful to everyone in the Dedikate community.

DediKate provides so many different options so that although I could no longer do some of the HIIT sessions to start with, I was able to do pilates, Sculpt, yoga and Meditation, which were all vital for calming the nervous system which is in overdrive when you have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

DediKate has been a part of my healing journey, I will be forever grateful for Kate and the remarkable trainers for making health and fitness so accessible to all.

I also love the trainers, I almost feel like I know them all, they are so relatable and encouraging. This was even more apparent when I met Kate, Anna and Nic on their SA tour recently, feeling totally out of my comfort zone I met up with them and felt instantly welcomed and valued, what a community to be part of! To have access to these incredible trainers who are like-minded sets this program apart from any other.

The biggest secret to my success with the program is the sense of community it gives, I like to jump on a challenge, stick to the plan and leave the thinking to DediKate.