Testimonials
As a thirty something Mum of two I had begun to tackle those few extra pounds by doing a bit of running and swimming. I had recently completed the Manchester Fun Run and was keen to keep up the running. After successfully getting a place in The Great North Run, I thought that I had perhaps bitten off more then I could chew and needed some help! From first meeting Julie I instantly felt reassured by not only her expertise and knowledge but also by her belief me and my ability to train towards my goals. Julie really tailors her sessions to you as a person and shows interest and commitment to ensuring you get to where you want to go. She uses a unique balance of support, encouragement, discipline and fun along the way.
I completed the Great North Run and several weeks later did my second half marathon in a time that was fourteen minutes faster. I have been consistently improving my times week after week in both running and open water swimming events as a result of Julies training. More importantly my fitness, body image and confidence have improved massively; I now am able to compete in the smaller events that I previously thought were only for “real athletes” and not for people like me. In the last six months that I have been trained by Julie I have achieved more than in the last six years training on my own. For 2010 I have set goals of losing a few more pounds, completing the London Marathon and doing my first Triathlon. I know that at times the journey towards these goals will feel like climbing a mountain but with Julie’s tenacity, passion and enthusiasm I’m inspired to keep climbing.
Sarah, Glossop
"I would like to say thank you so much for all your support with my training for the London Marathon, 10k,and 5ks. The nutrition information has helped me so much on how to get the correct vitamins and minerals I have needed through my long training days not just for the marathon but it has been useful for my health in general, you have taught me how to pace my running which at times I found to be very difficult,but with all the correct information you have helped me to become the athlete I am today, and I have learned so much more. Through you I have reached my goals and have achieved many PBS.there have been times when I have had injury's, you have been approachable and patient you have reassured me, and once again given me the correct advice and exercises to do.Not to mention the motivation you constantly give to your athletes.once again thank you."
Maureen Wilkins
I first attended one of Julie's workshops in a group of four of us. She met all our needs, gave us some great strategies to improve and a goody bag! Since then I have been going to circuit sessions in the park. Although it is hard work it is great fun. Every week is different and it is so much nicer working out in the fresh air amongst the trees rather than being in a sweaty smelly gym! I am definately feeling more confident now and have a tailor made plan to help me acheive my goal for a faster 10k. Julie is a great coach, very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and encouraging. I would highly recommend her to both beginners and experienced runners.
Gill Dickinson
I was a typical couch potato, who didn’t do any exercise, was overweight and always seemed to be tired out. Fed up and worried about my health, I needed to make changes.
I decided to look for a personal trainer and found Julie on the internet; this has been one of my best decisions ever.
From my first session Julie put me at ease, especially when assessing my fitness levels, as I probably had the lowest fitness level possible. As well as exercise, Julie has given me invaluable nutritional advice (not a diet); I dropped 11 pounds in the first four weeks, without starving myself.
When I started running with Julie, I could only manage to run a minute, walk a minute, but having Julie train me, has kept me motivated and I am now running every other evening and doing the exercises she has taught me, at home. This is something I would never have dreamt of doing, before I started my sessions with her.
Although I am still a work in progress, I look and feel better and have tons more energy.
Tracey Donnelly
Julie runs a hard working core circuit session with plenty of variety. She ensures all muscle groups are targeted with maximum effect. A great motivator and a great inspiration.
Emma Hampson
