With 35 years of competitive endurance experience, Victor brings a rare combination of athletic expertise, real-world racing experience, and a genuine passion for helping people become stronger, fitter, and more confident.
Throughout an impressive endurance career, Victor has competed in marathons, half marathons, triathlons, competitive cycling races, and Ironman events. This first-hand experience has developed a deep understanding of endurance training, strength and conditioning, performance, resilience, and the mindset required to achieve ambitious goals.
For more than 10 years, Victor has also worked as a Personal Trainer, training a diverse range of clients—from senior citizens looking to improve their strength, mobility, and quality of life, to athletes seeking to enhance performance and reach their competitive potential.
As the founder of MESSA Training Lab, Victor has created a training environment built around personalised coaching, community, accountability, and results. The philosophy is simple: fitness should be challenging, rewarding, and accessible to everyone, regardless of age or ability.
Whether the goal is to improve everyday fitness, build strength, prepare for an event, or perform at the highest level, Victor brings decades of experience and a passion for helping every individual discover what they are capable of achieving.
Alba Paciocco, once a self-confessed couch potato, never imagined fitness would become such a big part of her life. For years, exercise felt intimidating and out of reach. But one small step—literally—changed everything. What began as short, tentative runs gradually turned into a passion for movement, strength, and endurance.
Over time, those first few kilometres grew into countless running events, including multiple half marathons and marathons, duathlons and cycling events. Each finish line represented more than just distance—it was proof that with consistency, patience, and the right mindset, transformation is possible.
Now, as a group fitness instructor, her mission is to help others realise that fitness isn’t reserved for elite athletes or the naturally gifted. It’s for anyone willing to start where they are. Passionate about creating an inclusive, supportive environment where people feel empowered to move, build strength, and challenge themselves, regardless of age or starting point.
She now believes it’s never too late to change one’s story. Whether someone is taking their first step off the couch or chasing a new personal best, Alba aims to show that getting strong, fit, and confident is achievable at any stage of life