Eimear - 2023

“Lift is more than a gym where the highly qualified, relentlessly positive trainers teach you how to move much heavier things than you thought possible. It’s a community of fun, open-minded, supportive people of all ages. I’ve never seen so many strong humans in one place. Leave your self limiting beliefs outside, because you’re about to find you’re stronger than you think. And if you aren’t just yet, you soon will be, if Niamh and Shauna have anything to say about it

Maevann Austin - march 2022

I first visited Lift in the Summer of 2015. I was 30 year old and hadn’t worked out in any meaningful or consistent way in years (if ever really). I had never had a great body image and honestly couldn’t imagine joining a commercial gym and motivating myself to work out amongst what I perceived to be already fit and athletic men and women. As with many women embarking on a fitness journey I had an overwhelming desire to lose weight and to resemble the “after picture” that we see on so many fitspo social media accounts. In truth I saw working out purely as a means to an end (glorious weightloss!) and not really as a worthwhile pursuit in and of itself.

Training with Niamh fundamentally changed the way I perceived my body both physically and mentally. I began to appreciate my body for what it could do – its performance abilities rather than purely how it looked to others. It’s such a testament to Niamh’s approach to working out, as well as the positive and upbeat environment she fosters both in workout classes and PT sessions, that I have continued to work out regularly 3-4 times a week for the past 5 years (I am genuinely a bit shocked even typing those words!).

I should point out that my weight has fluctuated up and down through those years but Lift and Niamh have remained a constant presence in my life. I think this is largely because I no longer view working out as a punishment for my body or as a means of changing (read: shrinking!) my body but as a stand-alone activity that gives me energy, confidence and pride. Niamh has given me the tools I needed to empower myself through physical activity and as a result of this my life has been immeasurably enriched!

Bree Collins - march 2022

How did you hear about Lift

On social media! I was following Rosemary MacCabe and was looking for somewhere like it

How was your first experience at lift

Great, Niamh was very reassuring and made sure to understand what it was you wanted to achieve. She always made sure to show you the basics and build from there

I have been training at lift since 2015, so 7 years. The reason I have stayed at Lift is down to Niamh and the environment she has created in the studio and outside! Lift is a place for all, it’s a place that allows you to be yourself and feel comfortable while you train. The atmosphere in classes and camaraderie that she has created cannot be replicated anywhere. Training is a little easier when your having fun! Niamh keeps up to date and educated to ensure we are training in news ways but always at the centre of that focusing on the core movements and strength type training. The training is enjoyable with the right level of challenge that she tailors to the individual.

You are always progressing in different ways not just physically but gaining the confidence to know how to train and what to do in the gym yourself. Niamh make it her job to get to know her clients and understand what is going on in their world! Lift is the one place I go to lift my day to day worries or stresses away it has helped me to become a healthier individual both physically and mentally. There are no quick fixes and lift has become integral part of creating a healthier lifestyle! I have moved around Dublin a lot but the one constant that has not changed is training at lift!

Lidija R - 2020

I love how, in in-studio group classes, you always work out with a buddy so you can meet people, and complain about the workout to someone at the same time.

Their Zoom classes through lockdown were a lifesaver. I can only recommend.

Plus Niamh gives deadly podcast advice too.

Noreen - 2020

Five-star training and support from Niamh and Shauna, really keep you motivated and encourage you to keep going!

Holly M - 2018

Lift id such a positive, fun environment. The trainers are encouraging and supportive of each person’s individual goals. Overall an absolutely awesome place to train.

Jade - 2017

Never did weight training of any kind before I tried the Strong (Wo)man class and loved it. Already booked for the next one :D. Niamh is great and everyone is very welcoming.

I’d definitely recommend it for anyone who is intimidated by, or bored in the gym!

Louis K - 2017

Tried the early morning class with a friend. Couldn’t praise it enough! Very warm and welcoming. Niamh absolutely amazing at what she does, Everything is tailored to the clients’ level. I would highly recommend going.

Lift Client - 2017

I loved the course, I loved getting back into training again it really helped after being out for so long. It was challenging mentally and physically but because you are in a small group it helped a lot more than a big classes. It was great to have the support of Rebecca at the other end of the phone and sending pics of the food I ate made me quiet conscious of what I was eating and drinking. For me it really helped me get back into a routine for sleeping, eating and shopping. I have so much more energy than I did 8 weeks ago. I know I have a long way to go still but I'm not as down about it as I was when I started. It has given me the determination to get back into the skinny jeans I used to feel great in.

Louise M - 2016

Couldn’t recommend Life highly enough. Still early days for me but have enjoyed every session and always leave the studio feeling like I could take on the world.

Niamh’s focus on health rather than aesthetics is refreshing. Here’s to many more successful years for you xxx

Annemarie N - 2016

I’m so glad I made the change to Lift Training Studios. Small classes and highly trained stuff has allowed me to achieve the results I want in a shorter time frame. Niamh and Maciej are the dream tam keeping me lean!

Francis McKernan - 2015

“I started training with Niamh in September 2010 completely out of condition and overweight.  With Niamh's guidance encouragement and support I lost 47lbs and have achieved a level of fitness and strength I wouldn't have thought possible.  She is undoubtedly Dublin's finest Personal Trainer.”