Something wonderful

duda • September 8, 2025

Wallace's Weekly Wrap

Happy Friday you wonderful humans.

We overestimate what we can achieve in a week, but severly underestimate what we can achieve in a year, let alone a lifetime.

We all want to achieve wonderful things. At work, with business, our family, community, on the sporting field, in every area of our lives. The desire to achieve something wonderful, and the achieving of that thing comes down to one thing. A desire to create a better future, and the ability to follow through on that desire.

In May 1953, two men set out to achieve something wonderful. To do something that had never been done before. A world first, and the epitome of success, adventure and achievement. They achieved this feat after over two decades of preparation, planning and dreaming. Another one of those overnight success stories, one that really, under the surface, took a lifetime to accomplish.

It is remarkable what you can do when daily consistency is coupled with a long period of time. (I say long, but it never really takes as long as we think) 2019 has flown by, safe to say 2020 will do the same. In 12 months time, I'll be sending out an email much like this one, imagine what could be achieved in that timeframe... almost anything.

The following quote is pulled directly from the afterword of Robert Pirsig's ' Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance'

'Who really can face the future? All you can do is project from the past, even when the past shows that such projections are often wrong. And who really can forget the past? What else is there to know?

There is so much else to know, we must know that we all can build a better future for ourselves and those around us, all it takes is a commitment, and a shift in how we look at what could be possible.

All it will take is the commitment to change, and the courage to follow through with daily action. You could have/be/do any of the following things, and almost anything else.

  • Build the body of your dreams.

  • Create a business that supports you and your family.

  • Develop the knowledge to become an expert in almost any area.

  • Foster relationships that allow you to love and be loved.

I've always been fascinated by time and how we view it. Especially when it comes to matching up our dreams and desires with specific time frames. All of our preconceptions of the future are based on our past experiences.

On the 29 May 1953, two men, Edmund Hillary and Nepalese Sherpa mountaineer Tenzing Norgay became the first climbers to have reached the summit of Mount Everest. Not a small feat by any stretch of the imagination. And one built on a lifetime of daily consistency, perseverance, and commitment to the 'unachievable dream'.

You don't have to climb to the top of a mountain, but what wonderful thing are you going to set in motion over the next 12 months?

Start the thing, create the change, manifest the life you want to lead.

Do something wonderful.

It's on you.

Wallace

Courage doesn't always roar.

Sometimes courage is a quiet voice at the end of the day saying

' I will try again tomorrow' "

// Mary Anne Radmacher

Recent Blog Posts

By Lachlan Wallace September 9, 2025
At Virtus, we know the hardest part of training isn’t the session itself, it’s showing up consistently. We all say it at some point: “I don’t have time. Now isn’t a good time. Life feels too full.” And that’s real. Life is busy. But here’s the truth: the problem isn’t time or location. It’s how we think about consistency. Waiting for the perfect 60 minute slot in the gym is the fastest way to keep missing sessions. Most people fall into the trap of believing training has to look a certain way: one full hour in the gym, no interruptions, perfect energy levels. The reality is life rarely lines up like that. Instead of missing workouts altogether, we flip the script at Virtus. Consistency is built on adaptability, not perfection, and that’s where the Tiers of Opportunity come in. Think of it like this: your best case scenario might be a full Virtus session at 6am. That’s the gold standard. But what if life gets in the way? You still have other options. Maybe it’s a half session later in the morning. Maybe it’s a run or walk in the afternoon. Maybe it’s 15 minutes of home mobility at night. Every option still moves the needle forward. The only truly bad option is doing nothing at all. We’ve seen it work countless times in our community. A parent squeezes in a 30-minute home workout between school drop-off and work. One of our footy boys hits a quick 15-minute speed block before training. Another member fits in push-ups, squats, and a jog before dinner. These aren’t perfect sessions, but they’re powerful because they keep the chain unbroken & move the needle towards the person they want to become. This system works because it stops the cycle of starting and stopping. No more feeling like you’re back at square one. Adaptability is what keeps you consistent, and that’s how training habits stick, even during the busiest seasons of life. Consistency doesn’t come from perfect routines, it comes from using the time you do have and leaning on the Virtus community and coaching team to back you up along the way. Training with us means you’re never doing this alone. We’ll help you find your Plan A and build your week around it. We’ll make sure you’ve got Plans B, C, and D ready so you don’t fall off track. And we’ll keep you accountable through coaching, check-ins, and the community around you. At Virtus, consistency is built into the system. So here’s the takeaway: it’s not about being perfect, it’s about finding ways to move the needle, even slightly, every day. Fifteen minutes beats zero. Imperfect sessions compound into powerful results. Adaptability keeps you consistent. Consistency gets you stronger, leaner, and more capable. And consistency, over time, is what makes the difference between wishing for progress and living it. At Virtus, we’ll help you build the systems that keep you training no matter how busy life gets. Want to learn more ? Book a Free Intro. Be amazing. Lachie
By Lachlan Wallace September 8, 2025
At Virtus Performance, everything we do, from our coaching to our programming, is built on three key foundations: Enjoyment, Consistency, and Progress. Combined with built-in feedback loops, these principles ensure constant evolution, athlete buy-in, and results that last. Humans are complex, adaptive systems, always changing and responding to our environment. At the same time, we are also simple beings. We repeat the things we enjoy and the things that help us improve. That is why these three factors sit at the heart of Virtus coaching. 1. Enjoyment: Training You Actually Want to Do If training feels like punishment, you will eventually stop. Willpower can only carry you so far. That is why at Virtus, we design world-class strength and conditioning programs that are challenging, but also fun, rewarding, and engaging. Enjoyment is fuelled by our community. You will connect with others, laugh, and celebrate wins along the way. Training becomes more than just another task. It becomes one of the best parts of your week. 2. Consistency: The Secret to Real Change The people who achieve their goals are not always the most talented. They are the ones who keep showing up. Consistency is the real secret sauce in strength and conditioning. At Virtus, we do not just coach. We educate. You will learn why the work matters, how to fit training into a busy life, and how to build habits that stick. Through accountability and support, we help you keep turning up week after week, so results compound over time. 3. Progress: Becoming More Capable Progress fuels motivation. When you can see and feel change, you want to keep going. Whether it is lifting heavier, moving better, running faster, or simply feeling stronger and more capable in your own skin, progress is what drives long-term commitment. That is why our coaching emphasises performance. With structured programs, regular testing weeks, and goal reviews, we ensure you are not just training. You are evolving. At Virtus, we believe in continual improvement. Every program includes feedback loops: testing, reflection, and goal setting that ensure your training adapts as you do. This process creates genuine athlete buy-in because you see and feel the results of your work. Our philosophy is simple. Training should help you do more of the things you love, in a stronger and more capable way. By combining Enjoyment, Consistency, and Progress with our pillars of Community, Education, and Performance, Virtus coaching sets the foundation for long-term success. That is Virtus. That is Better Every Day. Ready to dive in and experience Virtus? If you are ready to enjoy your training, build consistency, and make real progress, come and see what Virtus Performance can do for you. Book a free intro session!
By Lachlan Wallace September 8, 2025
Choosing the right gym isn?t just about picking the one closest to home or the cheapest membership.
By Lachlan Wallace September 8, 2025
At Virtus Performance , we?re not just another gym in Mornington . We?re a community-driven training space designed to be your third home . A place beyond home and work where you can train, connect, and grow , both physically and mentally.
By Lachlan Wallace September 8, 2025
Welcome to S&C Chapter One
By Lachlan Wallace September 8, 2025
TLDR: Be more dog. Train hard, live well, and remember to enjoy the bloody walk. At Virtus we are lucky, we get to observe the dogs who inhabit 1/2 Torca every day. They can teach us more than we realise if we are paying attention... Have you ever watched a dog sprint full tilt after a ball, tongue flapping, eyes locked on the prize? They?re not thinking about their to-do list or beating themselves up over yesterday?s mistakes. They?re just in it . When was the last time you were this way? Even for a moment