From Self-Discovery to Client Empowerment

Becoming a personal trainer wasn't just a career choice for me; it was a journey of self-discovery and transformation. It all started with a simple goal - to improve my confidence through fitness. Little did I know, this decision would lead me down a path of passion and purpose.

What made you become a personal trainer?

I got into fitness with the goal of improving my confidence and quickly fell in love with the process, learning strength training then later boxing. My own experience of the profound impact that taking care of myself physically has had on other areas of my life motivated me to step into coaching and allows me to relate to clients and convey passion for the work I am doing.

What qualifications/experience do you have?

I’m a qualified L3 Personal Trainer, Gym Instructor and Adapted Exercise Instructor. My background is in adapted fitness, teaching chair-based exercises to adults with physical or cognitive limitations.

Since stepping into Personal Training, I have worked with other coaches to gain first-hand experience as a coaching client, as well as shadowing senior trainers and furthering my knowledge by continuing to educate myself on training methods and new approaches in the fitness industry.

What is your speciality?

Something that I love to build into training plans is calisthenics (resistance training using body weight only). Calisthenics are easily adapted to beginners and have huge bio-mechanical advantages; posture, balance and flexibility are improved alongside strength building due to the co-ordination that is required. Some examples of calisthenics are: Pull-ups, Tricep dips, Plank

How do you assess a new client?

The initial assessment allows me to understand what new clients hope to get out of personal training; why they’ve chosen to work with a trainer and what goals and expectations they have for the future.

We will then create a timeline for these goals based on the client’s previous experience, current starting place, and the amount of time they are able to dedicate to training each week.

Do you create a meal plan?

Yes, I offer guidance on nutrition including meal planning tools.

How do you track a fitness goal?

6-week progress reports are created based on the initial consultation and the goals which have been set. This allows us to break down goals into realistic and measurable steps. After 6 weeks progress is assessed and any necessary changes to the training plan are incorporated. Depending on the goal, progress tracking may include:

Before/after photos

Tracking weight or body composition

Keeping workout records e.g. weight lifted, exercises performed.

Nutritional Intake

Performance Improvements

What is your preferred style of encouragement?

Reflecting on progress and movement towards goals is my preferred way to encourage clients. I want clients to leave knowing why each exercise has been performed and how they can expect to see improvement as they continue their training.

What is your favourite exercise?

My favourite exercise is heavy-bag work, I find this great for stress relief!

What I like to do away from the gym?

Outside of work most of my time is spent training, I am an amateur boxer, something that allows to bring a unique perspective and skillset to coaching.