Strong Bodies by Chrissoula, established 2016 Book your free chat

For women 35+ navigating perimenopause

Lose weight, regain your confidence & feel like yourself again.

Your body is changing and the things that used to work don't anymore. You're tired, you don't recognise the woman in the mirror, and somewhere between work, family and everyone else's needs, you've started to feel invisible. I see you. I help women in their late 30s and 40s get strong, feel at home in their bodies again, and take up space in their own lives.

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5.0 from 15 Google reviews Coaching women since 2016

Your next step

What made you click on this link today?

If any of these sound like you, you're in the right place. Leave your details and I'll be in touch for a relaxed chat about where you are and where you want to be.

  • 01I'm just not ‘feeling’ like myself anymore
  • 02I've known for a long time I need to make a change, I just don't know how
  • 03I'm unhappy in my body
  • 04I'm currently training but I feel like I'm not making any progress
  • 05I just need some accountability
Start your transformation

Takes about two minutes

Chrissoula sitting on the studio floor in mint activewear

Meet your coach

Hi, I'm Chrissoula.

I started SBBC in 2016 with one simple belief: strong women are confident women, and it's never too late to be your strongest, fittest, most confident self.

I coach women in their late 30s and beyond because I know how easy it is to put yourself last. Work, family, busy schedules and a body that doesn't respond the way it used to. My job is to put you first, with a plan that fits your real life.

This isn't about quick fixes. It's about building strength you can feel, confidence you can carry, and your best body, for good.

11 years coachingNutritionPowerliftingCoaching the female athlete

Chrissoula

Founder of SBBC

Client results

Real women, real change.


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What our clients say

5.0
15 Google reviews
Lost 20kg · online client
I'm an online client and have relied on Chrissoula's expertise in setting a training program and nutrition goals and guidance to help me reach a 20kg weight loss. I started with extreme anxiety in the gym, sometimes sitting in the car not able to go in. Her encouragement and check ins have helped me keep moving forward towards my goals.
EDEmma Duffield
Lost 23kg · almost 2 years
In that time I have lost over 23kg and completely overhauled my approach to fitness and nutrition. The education and encouragement she has provided has given me the tools to transform myself physically into a stronger and more resilient version of myself. As a coach she actually cares and is completely invested in the growth of her clients. 1000% recommend!
ADAli Dempster
Back to training
I had stopped training for a very long time, and I knew I needed to find me again my confidence, my strength and that part of myself I felt like I'd lost. … Chrissoula CARES. She understands women our hormones, our lives, our personal battles and the fact that sometimes there's a lot more going on than just “training”.
AGAmar Ghannoum

How coaching works

Coaching is a two-way street


What you get from me

  • A plan built for you. Training and nutrition guidance shaped around your goals, schedule, equipment and life stage.
  • Weekly feedback. I review every check-in and reply within 48 hours with feedback and any changes to your plan.
  • Support in between. Message me on WhatsApp whenever you have a question or need a hand.
  • Technique analysis. Send your training videos any time for technique feedback within 48 hours.
  • Education. I'll explain the “why” so you build knowledge and confidence that lasts.

What I ask from you

  • Show up consistently. You don't need to be perfect. You need to be consistent.
  • Check in every week. On time, and with as much honesty and detail as you can.
  • Communicate early. Busy, sick, injured or travelling? Tell me and we'll adjust your plan together.
  • Trust the process. Real change takes time. Give the plan a fair go before judging results.

Every week

Check in Sunday, by 6:00pm

Weight, steps, energy, sleep, wins and barriers.
Photos and measurements every two weeks.

Hear it from them

Client stories

Common questions

Before you apply

Is it harder to lose weight in your late 30s and 40s?

You’re not imagining it! As we get older, hormonal changes, changes in muscle mass, sleep, stress and daily activity can all influence our body composition and how we feel. Perimenopause can add another layer of complexity, too.

But here’s what I want you to know: you are not broken, and your goals are absolutely still achievable.

Instead of eating less and doing more cardio, we’ll focus on building muscle, fuelling your body properly, prioritising recovery and creating sustainable habits that support your goals. You don’t need another extreme diet. You need a strategy that works for the body and life you have now.

Do I need to follow a strict diet or give up the foods I love?

Absolutely not! I’m not here to take away your favourite foods, make you live on chicken and broccoli, or leave you feeling miserable and deprived.

My approach is about learning how to fuel your body properly, understanding portion sizes, prioritising protein and creating a balanced approach to nutrition that supports your goals.

You can enjoy meals out, have chocolate, enjoy a glass of wine if you choose, and still make progress. The goal is to build a way of eating that works in real life, not just when you’re being perfect.

No extremes. No food guilt. Just a sustainable approach that gets results.

I’m exhausted, busy and struggling to find time for myself. Can I still get results?

This is something I hear from women all the time. Between work, family, responsibilities and everything else life throws at you, finding time for yourself can feel impossible.

But you don’t need to spend hours in the gym or meal prep every single meal to make progress.

We’ll work together to create a realistic plan that fits your lifestyle, your schedule and your current capacity. That means practical nutrition strategies, a manageable training routine and habits you can consistently stick to.

You don’t need more hours in the day. You need a plan that works with the hours you have.

And just as importantly, it’s time to start making yourself a priority, too.

I’ve tried so many diets and fitness programs before. How will this be different?

If you’ve spent years jumping from one diet to the next, losing weight only to regain it, or starting a new program every Monday, I want you to know that you’re not alone.

The problem isn’t necessarily your willpower. Often, it’s that you’ve been following approaches that are too restrictive, unrealistic or difficult to maintain long term.

My coaching is about helping you understand what your body needs, develop the skills to make informed choices, and build consistency without feeling like your entire life has to revolve around your goals.

We’re not chasing a quick fix. We’re building strength, confidence and habits that last.

The goal isn’t to help you lose weight only to start the cycle all over again. It’s to help you create lasting change.

Do I need to be fit or experienced in the gym before I start?

Not at all! Whether you’re brand new to strength training or you’ve been going to the gym for years but aren’t seeing the results you want, there’s a place for you here.

Your training will be tailored to your experience, current fitness level and goals. You’ll learn how to train with purpose, build strength progressively and feel more confident in what you’re doing.

You don’t need to be fit to start. You don’t need to know everything. And you certainly don’t need to wait until you feel more confident.

You start where you are, and we build from there.

Can I still change my body composition during perimenopause and menopause?

Yes! You can absolutely work towards building muscle, reducing body fat, improving your strength and feeling more confident in your body during perimenopause and beyond.

Your body may respond differently than it did in your 20s, and hormonal changes can influence sleep, recovery, appetite and where you carry body fat. That means your approach may need to evolve, too.

We’ll focus on the fundamentals that make a real difference: progressive strength training, adequate protein, appropriate overall nutrition, daily movement, sleep and recovery.

We can’t control every hormonal change, but we can work on the things within your control to help you feel stronger, healthier and more capable.

Your age doesn’t mean your best years are behind you. There’s still so much you can achieve.

What if I struggle with motivation and consistency?

First, let me tell you something: you don’t need to be motivated all the time to get results.

Life gets busy. Some weeks are harder than others, and things won’t always go to plan. The difference is learning how to navigate those weeks without throwing in the towel and feeling like you’ve failed.

That’s where coaching comes in.

I’ll help you establish realistic goals, develop routines that fit your lifestyle, work through the barriers that have held you back and learn how to get back on track when life gets in the way.

You don’t have to do everything perfectly. You just need to keep showing up, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.

We’re building consistency, not perfection. And we’re doing it together.

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Let's get started

I can't wait to see what you do.

Leave your details and I'll personally get in touch for a relaxed, no-pressure chat about where you are and where you want to be. It takes less than a minute.

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