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I've always loved the fitness industry, taking in all aspects of it like a sponge. So if i get to share that knowledge with others, well thats what All PTs should want. A client so impressed with their new found confidence that they spread the word of your service. Thats success...

27/04/2026

Brilliant work with Clive this morning. As always, he puts in the effort and gets it done.

I sometimes think my Instagram might come across as boring because it’s just people training, no deep dives into what works on this or that. But the truth is, that’s what I do in person. That’s where the real value is, breaking things down, coaching properly, and getting results.

If you want to understand the why behind it all, come and train with me.

25/04/2026

Heavy back day today and it did not disappoint.

Locked in with the fundamentals, lat pulldowns, controlled reps, full stretch, full squeeze. Moved into seated rows, focusing on pulling through the elbows and keeping that tension where it belongs. No rushing, just quality work.

Switched it up with archer push-ups, not your typical back movement but a serious challenge for shoulder stability and control. That kind of variation is what keeps training sharp and the body adapting.

Then into inverted rows, easily one of the most underrated movements when done properly. Bodyweight strength, core engaged, clean reps. Even with Charlie and Terry trying to throw me off, we kept it moving and got the work done.

Solid session, proper effort, and that feeling of knowing you’ve put something in the tank. That’s what it’s about.

23/04/2026

This evening was brilliant.

Five of the ladies turned up, the sun was out, and there was plenty of work to get through and they absolutely got it done.

Lots of lunges, battle rope work, agility ladder drills, and plenty more on top… and every single one of them stepped up and put in a serious shift.

Ladies, thank you for coming and bringing the energy.
You smashed it tonight.

See you at the next one 💪

22/04/2026

The mirror looks different lately. Some days, seeing the lesions and red marks across my face hits me like a ton of bricks. It’s hard not to feel a massive sense of insecurity when your outside no longer reflects who you feel you are on the inside.

Lately, it feels like the weight of everything has been dialed up. Standard life stresses have been at an all-time high over the last few years, and I often find myself wondering: Is it just the illness, or did I help create this by putting myself in situations that made things worse?

Then there’s the fatigue. The tiredness is real, and honestly, it’s upsetting. As someone who has always lived for the gym and identified with being at “peak performance,” it’s a difficult loop to be in. I’ve always been the one to put in the hard work and kept up with anyone. And while I know I’m still stronger than the average person, I’m constantly fighting the feeling that I’m not where I “should” be.

But maybe that’s the dilemma, why am I chasing a version of myself that doesn’t exist in this moment?

Despite the flares, the exhaustion, and the stress, I still show up. I get on with the day because I have to. It’s not always pretty, and it’s definitely not easy, but I turn up and I get it done. I’m learning that “strength” isn’t just about what I can lift in the gym; it’s about the grit it takes to keep moving when your body and mind are exhausted.

Besides, I have great support and there no price on how much that helps….

I am where I am right now. And for today, that has to be enough.

You never really know what someone’s going through. The strongest people, the toughest ones, they’re often carrying mo...
21/04/2026

You never really know what someone’s going through.

The strongest people, the toughest ones,
they’re often carrying more than you realise.

So check in on your people ❤️
A message, a call, a simple “you alright?”
It matters more than you think.

Sometimes they’re not okay.
Sometimes they just need to hear a familiar voice,
something that makes life feel a little normal again.

I felt that today. Because I felt s**t. What I’m going through made me feel low. So I reached out, and it lifted me instantly.

I’ve spoken to a few people today on their own journey and sometimes some may just need a voices. That brought me down to earth…

My face is a mess, I’m tired and as a result training isn’t as good, but it could be worse .

It reminded me, none of us are alone in this.
Everyone’s fighting something you can’t see.

So be kind, be patient, be present.

And most importantly,
check in on your friends.

18/04/2026

This challenge turned out to be far tougher than I expected.

I set it a couple of weeks ago, and ever since, it’s been sitting there waiting. A mate of mine over in Australia kept asking what time I’d managed, which only added a bit more pressure to get it done. I’ve had to hold off due to a bit of a back issue, but today I finally gave it a proper go.

Kelly has already taken it on and did a brilliant job. She’s even started weaving parts of it into her own training, which is exactly the point of these challenges.

There’s no prize, no leaderboard—nothing like that. It’s just about setting something difficult, giving it a go, and seeing what happens. And more often than not, you come away thinking, that was tough… but actually really effective. That’s when it sticks, and that’s when it starts showing up in your sessions moving forward.

So here’s my attempt. Give it a go yourself and see where it takes you.

17/04/2026

A lot of pressure on Hannah today, but it’s the kind she puts on herself, and that’s exactly why she thrives. That drive to be better every single session is what makes training her such a pleasure.

Today was full-on, plenty of box jumps, lunges, and squats, all done with real intent. Explosive movements, strong ex*****on, and no holding back.

Well done, Hannah, serious work put in today

17/04/2026

Strength training isn’t complicated.

People overthink it, but it’s simple, add weight, add reps, or push the intensity and most importantly keep consistency up. That’s it. But doing it properly, that’s where it matters.

Today, Nik worked.

High-rep kettlebell swings, full-body, explosive, the kind of movement that drains you fast if you’re doing it right. Glutes, hamstrings, core, everything switched on. No hiding in that.

But I threw in a little curveball…

Banded kettlebell swings.

Same movement, completely different feel. The band adds tension as the kettlebell comes up, so where most people switch off at the top, now you have to drive harder. On the way down, it pulls you faster, so you’ve got to control it and go again. More power, more control, more work.

Then straight into ground-to-overhead dumbbell press.

Legs, core, shoulders, all working together. Real strength, not just isolated reps.

No fancy nonsense. Just smart training, pushed properly.

Nik didn’t just get through it, she smashed it 👊

15/04/2026

Today was deadlift day, and Nik absolutely smashed it.

She bossed those deadlifts from start to finish, I was just there to guide and instruct.

Massive well done, Nik, awesome job. Keep putting in the work, because it’s paying off every single session.

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