Lachie Davis takes ownership of The Bar Toowoomba

A popular Toowoomba personal trainer has taken over his beloved gym with the hopes of transforming Toowoomba and its residents.

A PROMINENT Toowoomba personal trainer has ticked off a dream - taking ownership of a popular gym.

Lachie Davis was crowned Toowoomba’s best personal trainer in 2019, and this month became the new owner of The Bar Toowoomba.

“It’s been an exciting couple of months from when I was first given the opportunity up until now, and I’m just so excited to finally get in and raise The Bar,” he said.

Toowoomba's best personal trainer for 2019 Lachie Davis has taken over ownership of The Bar Toowoomba.

Mr Davis had worked as a personal trainer for more than five years at the gym, however had the hope of transforming Toowoomba and engaging with residents to alter the dreaded perception of working out.

“When I was given the opportunity to take it over, I jumped at it, because I just had such an accumulation of ideas and goals to help continue that motto and really make a difference in people’s lives,” he said.

“The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ latest National Health Survey showed more than three-quarters of adults and 91 per cent of young people don’t do enough exercise.

“I wanted to take this opportunity to commit myself to helping Transform Toowoomba, helping the community enrich their lives and help them be the best versions of themselves.”

Toowoomba's best personal trainer for 2019 Lachie Davis has taken over ownership of The Bar Toowoomba.

Mr Davis said while the transition from senior trainer to owner had been seamless, he was more motivated than ever to enrich the lives of others and help them transform.

“It finally feels like I’m exactly where I’m meant to be,” he said.

“Regular physical activity helps prevent and manage non-communicable diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and several cancers. It can also improve mental health, quality of life and wellbeing.

“We at The Bar Toowoomba tailor our workout programs to you and what your capabilities are, from one-on-ones through to group classes – you have the power to choose what’s right for you with the guidance of our extremely capable trainers.”