J.J. Ellis Personal Training

I just got back from one of J.J.’s small group sessions in the park and once again I feel great – now looking forward to the rest of my weekend! Feeling energized and strong!

I might hate him during the session, but I’m always glad that I go.

Just kidding – J.J. always has your best interests at heart, and that’s why we love him. More...

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Thanks Megan. And next week let's aim for 20 dips!

My husband and I had reached a point where we noticed we weren't keeping up with the daily demands of life. Dishes were getting left unwashed in the sink for days, the lawn wasn't getting mowed, and we didn't seem to be catching up with friends as often as we used to (even though we used to really enjoy it). I think we both realised that something was wrong when we cancelled date night to just stay at home and sit on the couch (date night was once something we both once looked forward to at the end of the week).

We realised we probably weren't as healthy as a couple in their early thirties should be. So we decided to look for a personal trainer.

We found J.J. online and got in touch. From the moment we first met up with him to discuss our goals, we have thoroughly enjoyed our time with him. All of the training that he gets us to do is tailored around the fact that we're a couple - he designs his sessions so that we are interacting and having fun with each other. By the end of the session we are puffing and panting, but I sometimes wonder if it is because we have been laughing so much! Tim and I enjoy the time we get to spend together training as much as date night!

Despite the fact that our training sessions seem quite relaxed, Tim and I have both lost a considerable amount of weight, and we have more energy again. We are once again catching up with friends for dinner and drinks, and date night is back!

J.J.'s energy is infectious, and his expertise means we always get a good workout. This, combined with his guidance and the fact that he really cares means that I am glad that we found him.

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I'm glad date night is back! The change in attitude and energy in yourself and Tim is noticeable - you should be proud. See you guys tomorrow night.

My wife Tina and I think the world of J.J. We have been working with him for some time now, and we no longer see him as just a trainer, but as a good friend.

My goals are a little different to Tina's - I wanted to increase my speed and agility for indoor soccer. J.J.'s extensive knowledge on sport and the science behind it meant that I saw significant gains in those aspects within a few months. I am in my thirties but this is the fastest that I have ever been. And my new found agility means I am often scoring goals around guys ten years younger than me.

My team plays J.J.'s team this weekend, and even though J.J. has been playing much longer than me, I'm confident I'll give him a run for his money.

Look out mate, I'm coming for you! More...

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I am really glad that we happened to run into each other in the park that day - our friendship means a lot to me. And it's been a pleasure to watch your physical prowess develop. You're now an athlete! Looking forward to our match this weekend. Don't forget, I can score off both feet!

J.J. has been amazing. Since training with him I have reached my goal weight, and have kept it off since (three years and still going ). When I started with him we had a good chat and he reminded me that it is not much point in losing weight to only put it back on again in the future. So we nutted out a plan and came up with a few changes that I knew I could maintain. I remember walking away from that meeting feeling really good - we had came up with a strategy that I felt good about and knew I could maintain it. Since then, J.J. has been there to keep me pointed in the right direction, using his considerable knowledge and experience. Each session with him is always pertinent to my goals, but they are relaxed and fun - it's like training with a friend.

I'm in a great place now - I couldn't be happier!

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The way you glow now makes being around you a pleasure. Your attitude and positive outlook gives everyone around you energy. I appreciate our friendship.

I've been training with JJ now for nearly 12 months. JJ takes the time to listen to what I say about my training needs and develops programs accordingly. He quickly adjusts programs to suit any aches and pains I might have at the time. I enjoy my sessions with JJ. They are always different and I find JJ extremely flexible when I need to reschedule a session. Throughout lock down we were able to continue training in my local park as JJ was able to adhere to covid safety guidelines. He is always professional, friendly and approachable. More...

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You've had a rough trot with injuries this month Lynda, but we'll get through them. Your persistence and perseverance are an example for the rest of us- thank you.

J.J is very professional, he understands your goals and limits and is very good at accommodating any injuries to make sure you still get your sweat on.

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Thanks Jess. You've made a lot of progress. Now we just have to get you sleeping better. This might mean that Theo will have to sleep in the laundry (where all cats should be at night).

I’ve been training with JJ for about 8 months now and couldn’t be be happier with the results.
He always mixes it up with varying exercises so I don’t get bored and pushes me just that little bit further each time. Exactly what I need in a trainer to keep me motivated.
Professional and knowledgeable, we have some great chats about life in general, my fitness goals and how to achieve them.
I highly recommend JJ for that personal touch with your training. More...

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I hate the fact that you make me get up so early for our sessions. Lucky I like you. But I don't like you enough to join you on your road bike adventures- after hearing your horror story about your accident I think I'll just play it safe and buy a Volvo.

I’ve been training with J. J. for the past six years. I’m 75 now and he understands exactly what I need to keep me fit and healthy. I also see him training much younger people who have different goals and he seems to know exactly what they need to achieve what they’re looking for. More...

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Thanks for the kind words mate. It's always a pleasure working with you. Your interesting stories from everything you've done over the course of your life means I have to work hard to keep us on track during our sessions! If I wasn't on my game we'd get nothing done!

Really good service. Highly recommend. I have been working with JJ for about 2 years and have made leaps and bounds in the gym and with my fitness levels. Didn’t know much about fitness in general when I started, but JJ took the time to teach me and helped on the path to reaching my goals. More...

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You've come a long way mate. Now that you're becoming an experienced gym goer, the burden of responsibility is being shifted to you to keep an eye out for the newbies. (Fortunately I know you're a good guy and will help them where you can.)

I have been training with J.J. for years now and really enjoy his sessions and holistic approach to health and fitness. I particularly like the variety of the workouts and J. J is a down to earth, personable guy which helps make working out fun! More...

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Thanks Jeri - I find our sessions enjoyable too (we got a bit more done this week without Lyle to talk to!).