Chingford Fitness & Wellbeing Gym

Personal Training at Chingford Fitness & Wellbeing Gym

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Ella Atkinson

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I aspire to help you become the best version of yourself by making your success my priority. Whether the goal is to shred a few extra pounds, build confidence and lean muscle or just adopt a healthier lifestyle. I provide the motivation and personalised guidance to make that happen.

My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

What my Clients say:

"Working with Ella has been a game changer for my fitness as I have built strength in all areas of the body, relieving back pain I previously suffered with! I couldn't be happier with the progress I've made with Ella's guidance and excited to have a healthier life"

James Carter

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

With 17 years of industry experience, I have the tools needed to offer a bespoke service customised to my clients' needs. Each of us has different anatomy, experiences, goals, preferences and motivations; it is my job to discover what methods work best for you.

My primary expertise is the development of muscular size and strength, whilst maintaining and improving joint health and function. I attain this through my knowledge of both exercise and muscle mechanics, paired with decades of training and programming experience.

My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Troubleshooting
  • Exercise and Bodypart
  • Intermediate and Advanced Bodybuilding
  • Body Recomposition
  • Exercise Mechanics
  • Safe and Sustainable Exercise Strategies

What my Clients say:

"James' unique attention to detail and deep knowledge in fitness, makes him not only an amazing trainer but also the right one for you, if you really want to hit your goals. I am so grateful for everything he has taught me and for giving me a new perspective to change." - Pelin Baykal, IPF Powerlifting Gold medallist & Mum of three.

Matt Colfer

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I have been a Personal Trainer at various commercial gyms and have worked with clients with a wide range of different injuries and conditions over the years. I will make sure that your technique comes first - and that everything you do is done correctly, to make sure that you get the most out of every workout.

I take a practical approach to training and also to individual lifestyles. I will work your goals around what is manageable for you and your commitments.

My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Personal Health Trainer in GP Practice
  • Diabetes Management
  • Rehabilitation Specialist

What my Clients say:

"Matt is a great PT. He is very encouraging in allowing me to research my fitness goals, whilst also keeping our sessions as interactive and dynamic as possible. I highly recommend both the PT services and facilities at Nuffield Health Chingford".

Alex Coster

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

Your health and fitness goals are my priority and I will use my 5 years of experience and knowledge to help you reach them. Hard work and consistency are all you need to create a better mind and body.

I use my football background to deliver sports-related exercise programmes for those who want to become better athletes.

My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

What my Clients say:

"Alex is super motivational and he gets the best out of me every time we have a session. I would highly recommend him to anyone!" - Lee

Malachi Hercules

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I believe that everyone can enjoy fitness and for me it's important how you see yourself and how you feel every day.

I'm dedicated to ensuring my clients always perform the best they can and with my help, you can get the results you deserve.

My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

What my Clients say:

"Malachi is a very approachable person and I felt really comfortable with our first session" - Jay.

Jimmy Martin

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I believe anything can be achieved if enough planning and hard work is put into the task. I have been in the health and wellbeing industry for 6 years and have worked with a diverse range of clients to achieve an array of different goals such as fat loss, muscle gain and sports performance. My aim is to not only deliver life-changing results but to also help build the client's own knowledge so they will have the tools to sustain these goals and make healthy long-term habits.

My qualifications

  • Sport and Exercise Science BSc Hons Degree
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Level 2 Fitness Instructor
  • Level 2 Boxing Pad Work Qualification

Karen McRitchie

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I have a passion for fitness and truly believe that anyone can achieve the best version of themselves.

Making exercise fun and motivational so that you want to do it, rather than feeling like you have to do it, allows you to reach your goals without beating yourself up to get there.

I have a wide variety of clients due to my different areas of knowledge. So whether you'd like to improve your movement so you can deal with daily tasks better, or you're looking to finish your first Ironman, I can help.

My qualifications

  • REPs Level 3 (CIMSPA Practitioner) Certificate in Personal Training
  • Triathlon Coach
  • Kettlebells Instructor
  • Movement Screening Coach
  • Rehabilitation Specialist
  • National Diabetes Prevention Coach

What my Clients say:

“Thanks to Karen I have improved my body, I am a lot more mobile, and feel fitter and stronger. The sessions we've been having have always been fun and different. I get bored quickly and she has always managed to make the session challenging, but also look after me to not cause any problems with my back issue. She has been fantastic and I can now do a bundle more than I use to be able to do for myself." – Lindsey

Claire Stiff

Fitness Manager

How can I help you improve your health?

My vision is to be there for you as part of your fitness journey, whatever your goal may be. Exercising with intention and purpose towards that goal is the first step, but making it fun and enjoyable is the key to success.

I’m passionate about what I do and genuinely love being in the gym environment. Whether you're new to exercise, haven’t had a routine for a while, or need encouragement and confidence, I can help you achieve your goals. I'll do this by tailoring sessions to you and your needs – it'll be challenging, but it'll also be fun.

My qualifications

  • REPs Level 3 (CIMSPA Practioner) Certificate in Personal Training
  • Indoor Cycling Instructor
  • YMCA Level 2
  • YMCA Level 3
  • Advanced Kettlebell Instructor
  • HIIT/TRX qualified
  • Nutritional Expert

What my Clients say:

"If you are a reluctant gym user like me, Claire is the trainer for you. She is enthusiastic and a great motivator! The exercises can be challenging, but she tailors them to your needs. The hour whizzes by and the session is full of laughter. I actually feel good at the end and look forward to the next one." – Carole 

About Personal Training

Whatever your fitness level or goals, personal training can help you to become fitter, healthier and reach your personal targets.

A personal focus on you

Sometimes we all need that extra encouragement, support, advice and motivation, whether you've just started out on your fitness journey or you’re aiming to run a marathon.

Building a great working relationship with Nuffield Health fitness staff can be a fun and very rewarding experience. They are there to educate and ensure you remain focused on your fitness goals.

Our dedicated and experienced personal trainers will help you:

  • Set realistic but challenging health goals
  • Track your progress
  • Improve flexibility with assisted stretching
  • Increase your energy levels

Nuffield Health offers a range of fitness experts in our gyms

Wellbeing Personal Trainers

Our Wellbeing Personal Trainers attend our clinically-led training course before they are accredited and are able to clearly assess your overall health and wellbeing. Wellbeing Personal Trainers are located in all our centres and are on hand to help you today, so please utilise their knowledge and skill. Contact your nearest centre to book your Health MOT and see how our Wellbeing Personal Trainers can help you reach your health goals.

Nuffield Health’s Wellbeing Personal Trainers:

  • Carry out our unique 12-point Health MOT, (within our Wellbeing Gyms)
  • Are able to advise on how to improve your health score
  • Are clinically accredited professionals and experts in health and wellbeing
  • Help you reach your individual health goals

Personal Trainers

Our personal trainers will use their expertise to design a fitness and lifestyle programme to suit your goals, helping you become fitter at a healthy rate. All our personal trainers are highly qualified, which ensures that their personal training is effective and right for you. Take a free personal training taster session to see how our personal trainers can help you reach your fitness goals faster.

Our personal trainers are:

  • Qualified professionals
  • Experts in motivation
  • Trained to a high level
  • Approachable, knowledgeable and supportive