IBS is a 32-year-old Financial Crime Investigator who came to RAW feeling stuck in a rut after the pandemic, carrying old injuries and struggling with his physical and mental health.
The Challenge
Before working with us, IBS was feeling trapped both physically and mentally.
Although he’d been active before, injuries and life’s demands had left him sidelined.
He felt like he was stuck in a bubble, unsure how to move forward.
He had tried other gyms in the past but found the environments unwelcoming and demotivating. It was starting to feel like the same cycle, again and again.
Why They Nearly Didn't Start
Like many of our clients, IBS was sceptical. He worried RAW might be just another gym with the same old atmosphere, uninviting, ego-driven, and disconnected.
The Turning Point
Once he joined RAW, IBS quickly realised this place was different. The kindness, the community, and the culture immediately stood out.
With our supportive coaching and mentoring both in and outside of the gym IBS began to feel like himself again. He wasn’t just lifting weights; he was lifting out of that post-pandemic bubble.
The Results
In just 6 months, IBS achieved:
✅ Lost 3 stone
✅ Major improvements in mental and physical health
✅ Boosted confidence and energy
✅ Active, present dad to his toddler able to run, play, and enjoy life again
Here’s what he had to say:
“The quality of life has improved drastically. I’m more confident, I can run around with my son in the park — and that means everything. The people here are welcoming, no egos, and the coaches mentor you beyond the gym. It’s nothing like any gym I’ve been to before.”
What This Means for You
If you’ve been where IBS was feeling stuck, burnt out, and not sure where to turn you’re not alone.
At RAW, we help real people find real change.
No pressure. No egos. Just support, structure, and the results to match.