I'm a generally active person but my exercise regime has got rather narrower in recent years ... I was interested in getting some help exercising an all-round workout. Optimum Personal Training came highly recommended from a couple of friends, so I gave it a go. Ben was open to asking me what I wanted from the sessions and made sure he was clear about my aims. He also offered some excellent suggestions as to how to build a simple start into an enjoyable and constantly challenging set of sessions. Ben's approach is personal and friendly. He offers varied sessions and gets the most out of me through the right balance of encouragement.

I was keen to find a personal trainer with both the experience and the training to ensure that I did not aggravate any of the minor injuries which I have picked up over the years. Ben turned out to be an excellent choice both with his qualifications and the fact that he has been training clients for several years now. My objectives all related to strength training and Ben has focussed on helping me to achieve those objectives. Surprisingly (for me) I have made huge progress with just one session a week. I may even have to admit to enjoying the sessions! The best thing about Ben is his calm professionalism. However busy and disorganised my week is, Ben turns up on time ready to start. Makes staying fit easy.

After years of sedentary decline into middle age, the prompt of Ben's expertise and continual positivism has helped me to feel stronger, fitter and generally better about myself. He has helped me to make a concerted, sustained drive to make a difference. Ben is empathetic and able to ascertain the needs of the client and adapt routines/advice accordingly.

I decided to take on a trainer to improve my level of fitness, loose a few pounds and help with my lack of discipline and motivation. Ben has helped me to tone up and improve my general level of fitness. I have taken up running and enjoy it! Which I never thought I would. Generally, I feel more balanced both mentally and physically. Ben is cheerful, upbeat, a great motivator. He is reliable, understanding and communicative. The investment has definitely been worth it and I am very happy to recommend him.