Personal Training and Kettlebell Instruction in Cheltenham and Gloucester

PERSONAL TRAINING AND KETTLEBELL INSTRUCTION IN CHELTENHAM AND GLOUCESTER

PERSONAL TRAINING

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GET PERSONAL

Its no big secret that having a healthy lifestyle makes you feel great, but why then do so many people fail to reach their goals? .. Its because their training is lacking direction, structure and the fact that they've been bombarded with false information for years.

The majority of goals are easily achievable in 3 - 6 months so why be like most people who spend years training still not hitting their targets.

I will give you the knowledge, the experience and the motivation you need to hit your goals whether it is to lose weight, gain muscle, improve sporting performance or to make every day activities easier.

However having a personal trainer isn't a magic wand that will make you look and feel better. It takes dedication and perseverance. I will only train people with motivation, commitment as well as a real desire to hit their targets.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Before any training commences we will meet at a local resturant or café. Here we will discuss your targets, time-frames and current fitness levels along with a few other related topics; I can also answer any questions you might have. This initial consultation is without obligation and gives you the opportunity to discover whether my training style and methods are right for you.

We will then start the first session by taking various readings, a PARQ (health questionnaire) and a short submaximal fitness test. This is so that we can monitor your progress and establish your starting point. I will also analyse your posture and learn how your body moves, so that we can select a suitable starting point and create a stable base. Finally I will encourage you to take a photo of yourself, because there is no better motivation than looking back in a few months and seeing how far you have come.

My aim as a trainer is to teach you everything you need to continue with your training and new lifestyle after your goals have been reached. I do not believe in training to retain.

You will not get a generic programme. A quick blast of cardio followed by a circuit around the machines can be beneficial if you're inexperienced. If you're working with a trainer then you deserve that they deliver you the best workout for your body, more often than not there are many more efficient ways to train. My approach to training is to work the body how it was designed to be used.

LOCATIONS

The only thing necessary for a great workout is your body weight and gravity, However I have a wide variety of equipment which I can use to give you a workout literally anywhere. I work in a number of locations around Cheltenham and Gloucester.

The local area is filled with acres of beautiful outdoor space so where possible I like to get out and enjoy training within it.

I can also bring the gym to you, with a van load of equipment I have all you need to train either in your home or back garden.

Please contact me to discuss nearest and most suitable location.

KETTLEBELLS

Stumbling across Kettlebells a few years ago has changed both mine and my clients training forever!

I first came across them while in training as a Personal Trainer and decided to get hold of a set and try them out for myself. After my first workout I knew that nothing had ever challenged my body in the way that they had before. So I invested in a large amount of them and became a certified instructor. Myself and every single one of my clients can vouch for the their effectiveness, If you come along for a session and disagree then I will happily refund my fees.

Kettlebells offer a vast variety of benefits as well as unparalleled fitness training. No single training tool matches the their versatility, it also has ability to work all our fitness systems simultaneously. Using a Kettlebell will increase your muscle tone, flexibility, strength as well as increasing your cardiovascular fitness and melting away any excess body fat.

Another issue that Kettlebells address is your bodies inbalances in strength and flexibility. Because they work your body following natural movement patterns any weaknesses will be corrected and the body that you will create will not only look great, it will be balanced and less prone to injury.

Kettlebells are by no means a new idea, have been used for well over 300 years and were originally developed in Russia for training their Special Forces, they are still used today for training the entire Russian Army. You can now also find kettlebells incorporated into almost any athletes training.

Its not just athletes and the military that use kettlebells to get fit. large amounts of celebrities also use them; everyone from Jennifer Lopez to the entire cast of the film 300 used them to get the bodies we aspire to have. Don't just take my word for the effectiveness of kettlebells feel free to research them for yourselves.

ONE ON ONE

ONE ON ONE

One on One sessions give me more of an opportunity to get to know you and offer support as well nutrition advice. We will be working quickly towards agreed goals and targets; following pre-planned weekly session using a variety of equipment.

This is the most common and most effective way to train. You will have my full attention, allowing us to make the most of our time together. I am able to continually adapt, monitor and drive sessions to ensure consistant progress. Everyone has their own reasons for wanting to change their body shape and improve fitness/performance, it can often be an emotional process. We will be able to break down any barriers that might exist and the results will speak for themselves!

GROUP

GROUP

Group training is a great way of making workouts a more social experience. It is a unique and cost effective way for a small group of friends/colleagues to experience specialist training and tailor made workouts designed for that group (Participants must have similar goals).

Many people enjoy the camaraderie and competition dynamics that exist within a group. The added motivation also means that results are often improved, and the extra support people are more like to adhere to the dietary challenges and stay committed to attending the training sessions.

As well as these benefits the cost per person is also reduced significantly when session prices are split amongst a group.

CLASSES

CLASSES

The Afterburn Kettlebell Class uses training and body weight drills for a high intensity full body workout. Every member of this class is pushed to their maximum resulting in very fast progression, and will also make significant changes to their body composition. The average calorie burn for this class is incredible, with females torching well over 1000 and males often hitting as high as 1400. The "afterburn" effect of the class also means that your metabolism will be increased greatly for the 72 hours following a class.

Please get in touch for more information.

NUTRITION

NUTRITION

Nutrition advice is for those who are happy with their progress within their own training but have trouble sticking to lifestyle changes and need some dietary direction. Most peoples idea of a "healthy" diet is incorrect; the majority of the media has been misleading people for years with fad diets and get thin fast programmes based on either out of date scientific research or following a unhealthy calorie restristion. The truth is that you may still have the items of food you enjoy in moderation, but if you want to make significant changes to your body composition then you need a lifestyle/diet change. Anyone who says otherwise is lying to you and wasting both your time and your money.

I have created a very successful diet system that leads to fat loss while not putting your body at risk. The diet I use is healthy and sustainable. I will also talk to you about the psychology of your diet and we will unearth any unhealthy trends and habits.

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ONE ON ONE

WHAT TO EXPECT

GROUP

CLASSES

LOCATIONS

KETTLEBELLS

NUTRITION

THE TRAINER

Richard Barnes

Personal Information & Experience

We’ve all been there right? Way back in 2002 I was overweight, unhappy, lacked confidence and spent most of my time eating poorly. Until one day I realised how bad things had become and made the choice to change. I didn’t get it right first time; it took time to learn how my body worked. But perhaps the hardest task was dispelling all the myths and deception around having a healthy lifestyle and being fit. This sparked my interest in the fitness industry and created a thirst for knowledge which lead me into countless hours of research and experimentation. One of the key things I have learnt is: “We first make our habits, and then our habits make us”.

I am very confident in my ability as a trainer and have worked closely with high level athletes, training them at top facilities. I also work with a large rehabilitation company aiding their clients recovery as part of insurance claims.

I pride myself on working with a broad client base and being able to deliver a large variety of workouts, which have been tailor made for the individual following them. I understand that the majority of people have time constraints; flexible training gives you a workout anywhere. With personal training these barriers become obsolete and the results you desire will become reality.

I can’t do the workouts for you, but I can motivate and inspire you to not only achieve but surpass your goals.

With my help anything is possible!

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Qualifications & Areas Of Research

Level 3 Advanced Personal Trainer Circuit Training Advanced Nutrition and Weight Management Core Stability Advanced Kettlebell Instructor (LKB Academy) Postural Correction

Level 3 Advanced Instructor Functional Fitness Training

Level 2 Gym Instructor Sports Conditioning

Group Studio Cycling Strength Training

Shokk Combat First Aid / CPR

Find me on the Register of Exercise Professionals

Please note that the R.E.P only displays level equivilant qualfifcations

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HEALTH ADVICE

In this section I will briefly look at breaking down some the myths around health and fitness, Also i will reveal some of the many training tips and methods that I use with my clients.The information on this page will be changed fairly frequently so feel free to come back for free health and fitness advice.

Secret to getting a toned stomach

Perhaps one of the most predominant fitness related myths in the industry is that you are able to create a toned mid section by doing hundreds of situps/crunches. This myth leads to a lot of wasted time in the gym and even increases the chances of a spinal injury if not coupled with equal lower back conditioning.

I wish i could count the amount of people i see in the gym doing endless amounts of situps/crunches in hopes of getting a toned stomach, the truth of the matter is no matter how many ab exercises you do the muscles will not appear "toned" until your body fat is low enough to reveal the muscles it is hiding. Since you cannot spot-reduce fat ( remove fat from one area through specific exercises ) it is much more beneficial to spend some extra time doing cardio training to burn more fat which will give you the toned look that you've been after. That being said I am not saying that you shouldn't do stomach exercises, only that anything you can perform more than 3 sets of around 15-20 reps doing is going to do little for strengthening your core furthur as well as revealing it.

PRICE GUIDE

PRICING

One on One : £35 per hour

Group (2 - 3 People) : £50 per hour

Private class (4 - 12 people) : £70 per hour

Afterburn Public Kettlebell Class : £6 per hour session

SPECIAL OFFERS

SPECIAL OFFERS

Kettlebell Taster Session

Is it all just hype? find out for yourself with a free 20 minute taster session. You will be taken over a couple of the basic core exercises and introduced to the kettlebell style of training.

CONDITIONS

CONDITIONS

Trainer Obligations

I will use my skills and knowledge to design you a safe effective workout programme that will take into account your goals, ability and exercise likes and dislikes.

I will coach you, motivate you and offer my advice and support to ensure you reach your goals.

I will aim to teach you how to become self sufficient at exercise so that when your goals have been reached you will be able to continue with your new lifestyle.

Clients Obligations

Your personal information will be kept in accordance to the data protection act. If i require furthur medical information from a practitioner, then the you must provide me with such details.

You must arrive on time to each session to ensure you get the full session each visit.

It is understood that to achieve desired results you must commit 100% to the programme.

You are required to wear appropriate clothing to each session.

Health Screening

All clients must complete a PAR-Q proir to commencing the exercise programme.

A letter of "medical clearance" may be required from your GP if there are any conditions that can effected by exercise.

I can not be held liable in any way for undeclared or unknown medical conditions.

Cancellation Policy

24 hours notice is required for cancellation of any appointments.

Notice of less than 24 hours will incur the full cost of the booked session.

Emergency cancellations will be treated at my discretion.

Fee Charging Policy

Payment for the sessions must be made when sessions are booked, cheques are made payable to Richard Barnes.

Block bookings must be paid for in advance.

All monies payed are non-refundable

Sessions booked will expire if more than 3 months has elapsed from their sheduled finish date

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HEALTH ADVICE

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Contact Information

Tel: +44 (0)7824 996 903

Email: richard.barnes_livingstrong.co.uk

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