Client Testimonials and Transformation
I first met Mel when she was still working towards her personal trainer qualifications. She is very involved in training herself and used the same training principles/programmes that she teaches, so she knows what works and what doesn't. She has written a number of programs for me based on my needs, goals and abilities. She fully explains each exercise, not only how to do the exercise but why and the effects it will produce. This gives a better understanding of how different exercises work together , which is very helpful. She is also very keen on stretching, warming up, etc and has provided numerous stretches which has definitely improved my suppleness and flexibility. In the past, I have had some information about certain exercises that have taken months and months to heal. After following some stretching routines I have absolutely no issues with doing the same exercises now. The programs that Mel has written for me have been progressive, well thought and productive. My current program is very well thought out, it is a blend of heavy weight low rep sets through to lower weight high rep sets. I find it very holistic approach that does not overload joints etc. So combined with stretching there is much less chance of an injury and progress is faster. With Mel's training, I have had great results. Initially I lost weight through fat loss, now I am gaining weight through added muscle. The weight that I can now lift is more than I ever could, and my joints and tendons are definitely more flexible and free moving. If you are looking for a personal trainer, you will find Mel very friendly, knowledgeable and encouraging. She will work to make sure the individual program she writes for you works for your needs, making tweets and giving advice along the way. Have some trust and belief in Mel's training and you will undoubtedly get impressive results.
G Mayne
Mel is a fantastic Personal Trainer with a wealth of knowledge. She has inspired both myself and my son Sam to improve not only our fitness and lifting techniques, but also helped us realise the importance of nutrition. Mel is engaging and makes sessions enjoyable, whilst at the same time passing on valuable information. I would have no hesitation recommending Mel as you PT if you want to achieve your health and fitness goals.
M Edmundson
Mel has been amazing and has great positive attitude that has helped me so much with my weight loss journey from nutritional advice, setting exercise programs and support with great motivational advice to keep me going.
I Johnson
As a nurse, I work shifts and night shifts which is difficult when trying to fit an exercise routine into your life. Mel is very experienced at exercise and diet control and has helped me enormously with my weight loss. She sends me information, videos and has helped me set up apps and guided me through the whole process. If I have low times then Mel helps me with my psychological well being and encourages me. I would definitely recommend Mel as a personal trainer as she totally dedicates her time to her clients and treats everyone as an individual.
C Wile
Mel has been amazing since I started my fitness journey. She constantly encourages and motivates me, even on days when I have slipped up with my nutrition and helps me to get back on track. I have never met anyone who is more passionate to help others to improve their lifestyle than Mel. She frequently reviews my exercise programs and calories and although my weight loss have been slow due to menopause, I have seen results with lost inches and feel much better in myself. I would definitely recommend Mel if you are looking for a PT who will be there every step along the way!
J Sansom
A massive shout out to Mel for all her advice and support during my ongoing journey to a better lifestyle. Mel is brilliant at advising on the right workout to achieve my goal and adjusting it to my needs. Also she has given me good nutrition advice with tips on how to improve my diet so that my body gets all the right fuel. Thank you Mel.
M Gray
I just want to praise Melinda's thorough advice she has provided me over several months now. She has helped me with a variety of problems I have had, such as low range of motion, flexibility, mild scoliosis and imbalances associated with this, such as ankle pain and pelvic tilts. Melinda shared personalised stretches and strengthening exercises to help with my problems and provided videos, so these were easy for me to follow and perform. Each stretch or exercise was provided with reps and sets too, so I knew how often to perform these without causing more harm. What I love as well is that its personalised, and she always checks in with me to see how I am getting on, which is really nice and helps with accountability too. Thank you so much Mel!
G Perri
I have been working with Melinda for 12 weeks. Melinda has focussed on strength training and nutrition. I have learnt so much about both these areas and also about myself. There is no way I would have challenged myself to the extent I have, without working with Melinda. Melinda is good fun to be around, she is really approachable, but also excellent at keeping you accountable. I am so happy with my results so far and I intend to keep it going. I feel confident around weight training as I understand the form you need. The nutrition sides was also excellent. Melinda sent me lots of information and showed me what a good day looks like. Thanks Melinda-this has set me on a very positive path and I now feel so much more confident in myself:)
E Smith
Highly recommend Melinda! She is very supportive, and pushes you to reach your goals. I have achieved more with Melinda in 10 weeks than I have achieved in my own for years!
Z Paton-Kerr
Melinda has been incredibly supportive and helps you to reach your goals. I am incredibly proud of the results so far and looking forward to more! Thank you Melinda.
C Wakeling
I have been working with Melinda for a few months now and really started to see some great improvements. Being already very active but inconsistent, I was expecting a long arduous journey of great improvements. But actually this was completely the opposite, some minor modifications to my macros in my diet and more regular structure to my fitness has resulted in 8kg of weight loss and PBs are regularly tumbling.
G Paton-Kerr