I am a Level 4 Personal Trainer, Women's Health Coach & GP Exercise Referral Practitioner, with my own private fitness studio in Bristol.
I specialise in 1-2-1 personalised strength training for women - my sessions are motivating, effective and get long-term results.
Please get in touch for an initial chat about the changes you'd like to make to your health, fitness and well-being.
About Me
Hi I'm Mel, I am based in the amazing city of Bristol. I love indoor and outdoor fitness and movement in all forms from strength training to going for a run or a pilates session.
Qualifications
I am a Level 4 qualified Personal Trainer and hold a MSc degree. I am fully insured and a member of CIMSPA, REPS & UK Coaching. I am also a qualified GP Exercise Referral Practitioner, have CPD training in suspension training, bodyweight exercises and Kettlebells. I have up-to-date first aid training.
Movement is a skill
I specialise in developing tailor-made holistic strength training programmes to promote long-term positive physical and mental well-being. This includes giving my clients the skills to achieve correct technique and form for exercise and everyday tasks and activities.
Why train with me
My first hand experience of overcoming a physical health condition (I have a congenital back problem) and my academic knowledge of health and fitness inform the design of my well-rounded, science-based fitness programmes for my clients.
For me workouts should be enjoyable, varied, challenging and achievable. I have my own private fitness studio which is equipped with a wide range of exercise equipment to help you achieve your fitness goals in a safe, friendly, clean and private space.
I include all the key components of health and fitness from skills-related activities to improving mental and physical strength, stability, mobility, flexibility as well as cardio strength and endurance.
Services
Whether you are trying to lose weight, improve your athletic performance, recover from an injury, improve cardiovascular health or build muscle strength and endurance - I am passionate about helping you achieve your personal fitness goals. Click here to read my client testimonials.
I offer a variety of training methods that are grounded in sports science and suitable for all training styles and abilities. I am committed to using my skills, knowledge and experience to ensure that my clients achieve and exceed their fitness goals, and establish new healthy habits to enhance their physical and mental wellbeing.
I specialise in:
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Fitness for women over 40 - managing menopausal symptoms and general wellbeing, including self-esteem and confidence.
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Runners - improving running performance and reducing the chance of injury.
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Back pain - easing symptoms and strengthening the back.
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Improving long-term health conditions through exercise, including hypertension, depression, obesity, diabetes and osteoporosis. As well as post-surgery recovery.
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Functional fitness for all ages - helping improve performance in everyday tasks.
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Nutrition and weight loss.
I offer the following services:
PERSONAL TRAINING
1-2-1 personal training sessions
Sessions are tailored-made to meet your fitness needs and goals.
See below for more detail on sessions.
£45p/h
Get in touch to book an initial session.
GET STRONG AT HOME
A starter package for people who need a training plan to do from home
Includes two 1-2-1 sessions & an online bespoke training plan, with the option of 6 weekly check-ins (additional cost)
£180
Contact me to book.
GP SURGERIES & CHARITIES
I am a qualified & insured GP Exercise Referral Practictioner.
If you are a GP Surgery or Bristol charity and require PT services for staff sessions then please get in touch.
I have 20 years' experience of working in the charity and not-for-profit sector.
Remote Sessions
I offer 1-2-1 remote personal training.
Sessions are tailored-made to meet your fitness needs and goals.
You will receive homework, an online planner and nutritional advice.
Get in touch to book an initial session.
Training Activities
As well as providing bespoke nutritional advice and a plan for your weekly fitness activities, I use tried and tested methods for my personal training workouts.
I include a range of activities in my workouts from strength training to to some elements of cardio, HIIT, pilates and yoga.
Every workout is tailored to your specific needs and requirements.
Here are just a few of the training activities that may be included in your personalised workout.
WEIGHTS
Getting Started
Let's get you started on your new fitness journey in just a few simple steps!
INITIAL CHAT
Book your initial consultation - an informal chat about your training needs and the changes you would like to make.
This is your first step to your new fitness routine!
ASSESSMENT
Book your taster session to assess your current fitness levels and needs, including goal setting.
This is a chance for you to meet me and try out some of my training methods.
START TRAINING
Let's go - training starts, choose from one of the pricing plans below.
I will create a training programme to suit your goals, budget and weekly schedule.
MONITOR PROGRESS
We will constantly monitor progress to check we are achieving (and exceeding goals) and make new ones!
You'll get a bespoke online exercise planner.
PT Sessions
1-2-1 personal training sessions designed to ensure you reach and exceed your fitness goals.
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Nutritional/lifestyle advice, & Online Fitness Planner & homework progarmme.
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£45ph (180pm)
Get Strong at Home
A package for women who need a training plan to do from home.
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Includes two 1-2-1 sessions & an online bespoke training plan (option of 6 weekly check-ins at additional cost)
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£180
Remote Sessions
1-2-1 personal training from your home - using your home kit.
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Nutritional & lifestyle advice, & online fitness planner and resources.
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£45ph (180pm)
Injury Rehab Sessions
A fixed-term programme of session to help you recover from an injury or operation.
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I specialise in knee, hip and shoulder issues including pre- and post-op.
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£50ph
Prices
Sessions are one hour long, and include the use of both fitness studio and gym equipment, as well as a bespoke homework programme and tracker, and help between sessions to build a sustainable and long-term plan.
Contact
Please get in touch by emailing me at fitnesswithmel@outlook.com
.I look forward to hearing from you
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