05/01/2026
Congratulations Bianca Lacock for being nominated Curves Mindset Achiever 2025. Read Bianca’s inspirational story below . . .
I’ve been a member of Curves for over ten years, but honestly, I wasn’t consistent. Exercise was always a challenge - something I’d avoid whenever possible.
When I entered menopause, the weight piled on. At first, I thought, “Well, this is just part of getting older. I guess I’ll have to accept it.” I tried to lose weight, to exercise more, but my heart simply wasn’t in it. Every attempt felt like an uphill battle, filled with excuses - too busy, too tired, too overwhelmed. I told myself I simply couldn’t do it, that life was just too hectic.
My turning point came in July 2025. I needed winter clothes and went shopping. I tried on pants and my heart sank. The sizes I used to wear were too tight. I grabbed the next size - still too small - I was up two sizes and devastated! I didn’t buy any clothes and went home feeling defeated. I had to do something - I couldn’t keep letting menopause control my weight.
I committed to a specific time each day to fit my hectic schedule. I started tracking what I ate, jotting down every bite with a mixture of curiosity and surprise. The truth hit me hard, I was eating so much more than I realized, and it opened my eyes to the habits I needed to change.
The first few weeks tested my resolve; but as I began to see even small results, a spark of hope ignited within me, making each step a little easier and I pushed myself just a bit further.
And as I grew stronger, even the simplest movements -jumping, squatting, burpees - became exhilarating moments of triumph. I dared to challenge myself more boldly, committing to visit Curves at least four days a week, sometimes five. Each workout became a victory, and with every session, I felt my mindset transform – I had HOPE again, someone willing to fight for a better me.
I realized that weight loss isn’t just about sweating it out; it’s also about what you put into your body. I started to keep a food journal, training my mind to eat consciously. I didn’t cut out everything entirely, it was just about smaller portions, fewer carbs, more vegetables, fruit and cooking with less or no oil.
Losing weight is truly a journey - a deeply personal one - and I believe everyone needs to find what works for them. I still have a long way to go, but I know I’m on the right path. I may never look 20 again, but I can be a healthier, stronger version of myself.
After 50 years of disliking exercise, I have found joy in it now.
And THAT, for me, is the greatest victory of all.
