In November 2006, aged only 33, I had reached my all time physical low through years of over-indulging on the supposed good life. As a result my general health was suffering and it was time to sort myself out. In the past I had made numerous attempts to battle the bulge and keep a steady weight but each time I ground to a halt after only a few weeks.

This time it WAS going to be different, but based on my previous attempts, I needed someone to provide additional help and motivation. Having found the NRPT website I was fortunate enough to track down Jim. After an initial fitness consultation I signed up to a 10 week programme. This consisted of tailor-made workouts once a week on a one-to-one basis as well as suggestions on diet and exercise I could do myself throughout the rest of the week. The short drive to work each day was immediately banned by Jim and replaced by walking! I still continue this and feel all the better for it. I also signed up for Circuit Training which is run by Jim at Clifton College. I have not missed a session to date and plan to keep this up as it is a fantastic way to shed the pounds. Jim has also put together a series of runs which I do each week and I have already lost one and a half stone and am nearing my optimum weight.

This is all down to Jim’s encouragement and varied fitness sessions. Jim is professional, a good laugh, and fully committed to his clients. My whole mindset has now changed and I actually look forward to training with Jim each week rather than having to force myself to go. Jim is quick to point out that you get out what you put into these sessions so do not expect magic! Once you have made the decision to get fitter I highly recommend you arrange to see Jim. All my expectations have been exceeded. This is now a way of life for me and I have just signed up for another 11 weeks. I will continue to train with Jim until he has had enough of me!"

Financial Advisor, male, aged 35.

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