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The Beginning, start your health and fitness goals here

Before anything changes on the outside, something has to shift on the inside. Before the…

LeonJune 18, 2025

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Stop Waiting for Motivation – Start Showing Up

If there’s one thing we need to clear up, it’s this: you’re not lazy. Most…

LeonJune 6, 2025

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You Don’t Need Another 12-Week Challenge, You Just Need to Start

Let me be honest with you, most people don’t fail at health and fitness because…

LeonMay 14, 2025

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Managing your weight during the Festive Season

'Tis the season to be jolly, but does that mean you need to overeat and…

JenNovember 25, 2022

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Mind over matter

The body goes where the mind goes- and this could not be truer. We all…

JenNovember 3, 2022

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Putting self care first

Aside from overeating, a contributor to weight gain may be your mindset. If life is…

JenSeptember 27, 2022

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The power of connections

If there is one thing that I have confirmed while running my 8-week Wellness program…

JenAugust 24, 2022

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Turning up is a great habit

Last week I started my 8-week Wellbeing program with young people. This program is about…

JenJuly 27, 2022

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Move it – to lose it!

We know that nutrition and exercise play a big role when trying to lose weight…

JenJune 30, 2022

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You Matter – Mental Health Programs for Young People

Many of you will know that I spend a lot of time working with young…

JenJune 1, 2022

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Exercising post Covid

As more of us contract Covid, taking care of ourselves has never been more important.…

JenMay 6, 2022

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Keep on keeping on!

Over the years, I have seen many people achieve incredible life-changing results. However, when faced…

JenMarch 28, 2022

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The importance of protein in fat loss

When recovering from illness or injury or when trying to build muscle Protein is incredibly…

JenFebruary 28, 2022

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3 Myths of the fitness industry

I thought this week I would debunk Three common myths in the fitness industry. The…

JenJanuary 17, 2022

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Check in on your mates this Xmas

After a couple of tumultuous years and the pressure that arise during the holiday period,…

JenDecember 16, 2021

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Be inspired, not jealous of others

I was recently a finalist in the sunshine coast business awards. While I was slightly…

JenNovember 28, 2021

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Building confidence and self-belief

It is very difficult to achieve your goals and stay motivated when you lack confidence…

JenOctober 27, 2021

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Finding your purpose

In life, why is it that some people reach their potential, yet others seem to…

JenSeptember 27, 2021

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Controlling the controllable

At the moment we are living in a world where there is much uncertainty. As…

JenAugust 23, 2021

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Motivation

Motivation would have to be one of my favourite topics. Yet the word is such…

JenJuly 27, 2021

Body by Leon

5.0

Based on 27 reviews

2 years ago

3 years ago

great guy who has put together the coolest youth centre ever

braddo 1972

Just saw this on 7 local news get behind this sunshine Coast

Chi Falola

4 years ago

I started my journey to better health with Leon recently and I must say definitely well worth it.
The training program, nutritional plan and advice/ encouragement I get from him weekly has been awesome, even if he taps into the psychological side of things. A little confronting BUT this is what it's all about, better health both physically and mentally. Thanks Leon!

Raphael Miyashiro

5 years ago

Gongjie ALlaki

Leon is exceptional as what he does, his work ethic and commitment to helping his clients achieve their goals is admirable. He has helped so many with their fitness journey as well as their mental well being. His knowledge in the fitness industry, dedication to his clients and his willingness to go far and beyond makes him the best personal trainer / coach on the Sunshine Coast.

Shivaguru Kumar

I cannot thank Leon enough for all the help he has provided. He is one of the best coaches, but he touches his clients life beyond just training. When I was going through a tough time, he reached out to me and got me out of my depression. Absolutely thankful to have him on my side. the kind of friendship that was built and how much he has taught me about resilience, persistence, discipline has helped me find my strength.
I cannot recommend him enough and also he will keep you accountable, he will get you to your best self, even when you don’t believe you can.

Kathleen Munn

Leon is incredibly talented, knowledgeable, yet so very humble. He’s motivational, passionate, disciplined, always looking for ways to improve, but most importantly, he ingrains these same qualities in the athletes he coaches. He is the kindest human I've had the pleasure to know and his energy and enthusiasm is contagious. My confidence was extremely low when I started my journey with Leon. I had poor self esteem and even though I'd competed for 2 years, I had a terrible relationship with food and self image and needed a serious change.

Leon's coaching style is one that guides you towards working on answers on your own through a journey of reflection of your behaviors, motivations and actions. Mindset is an integral part of Leon's coaching and everyday he teaches you something to better yourself and your mindset. Communication is key with Leon and every conversation leaves you feeling empowered and energised.

Leon cares enormously about everyone he works with. His training builds well conditioned athletes, but most importantly, his approach builds confidence in his athletes to believe in their ability to reach their full potential.

Sandi Osborne

I've been a client with Leon for the last 8 years and couldn't recommend him and his gym highly enough! From someone that was incredibly intimidated of lifting weights, I now love working out with weights, but Most importantly I feel confident and strong and have a newfound love for training. I can’t recommend Leon highly enough.

Kel Watkins

I’ve been trained by this beautiful human being for 7 months now.
When I met Leon I was exhausted, lost and vulnerable
I am so thankful to have Leon take me on and to be part of my journey and goal.
His knowledge, expertise, passion for this sport is outstanding and to have a coach whom has his heart on his sleeve, generally cares for his clients and promotes and dignifies a clean sport.
You walk into head quarters he has an abundance of energy and a smile that’s infectious.
To put it simply Leon is the Craig Bellamy of this sport.
I’m forever blessed and thankful

Jeannine Paterson

I have only been training with Leon for a few weeks but already noticing change. I love the weekly check ins as it helps keep me stay accountable and on track. The program is great especially for people who work full time and need some flexibility with their training. Leon is always there to answer questions along the way, and super fast at responding. He is knowledgeable and lives by example as such an inspirational person. He is one of the most positive people I’ve ever met - always has a smile that will brighten your day - his positivity is totally infectious. If you need help with goal setting and a coach who will help you achieve them then Leon is your guy.

budd ist

I have been training with Leon for over a year know but have known Leon for over 4 years . His athletes are of high standards and always very friendly and professional when I have interacted with them . No question is ever dumb to Leon . His knowledge and experience is of the highest quality while ensuring your mental well-being is on point . He knows you more than you know yourself and there’s something special about Leon
He believes in you that’s why I call him the king because his straight forward and he doesn’t put his Clients through anything that he has been through . There is a reason his won Mr Australia. His not the talk his the walk

Kyle

Absolute legend of a coach! Super professional to work with. Not only raises the bar for physical conditioning, he strives to work on your mental health. He is a coach that anyone can be proud to call their mate, goes well and truly above what is required of him.

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Leon Stensholm Articles

The Beginning, start your health and fitness goals here

Stop Waiting for Motivation – Start Showing Up

You Don’t Need Another 12-Week Challenge, You Just Need to Start

Managing your weight during the Festive Season

Mind over matter

Putting self care first

The power of connections

Turning up is a great habit

Move it – to lose it!

You Matter – Mental Health Programs for Young People

Exercising post Covid

Keep on keeping on!

The importance of protein in fat loss

3 Myths of the fitness industry

Check in on your mates this Xmas

Be inspired, not jealous of others

Building confidence and self-belief

Finding your purpose

Controlling the controllable

Motivation

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Sunshine Coast Youth Centre

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It’s how you Think

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