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Hi I’m Ian, a Harlow based personal trainer - previous to lockdown I had been personal training in London for close to 7 years where i gained plenty of experience working with some of the absolute best in the industry.
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19 customer reviews
Chloe Thrift
Ian is absolutely brilliant. He knew exactly what my strengths and weaknesses were and pushed me to achieve my goals and pave the way for fitness journey. Can’t recommend him enough.
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nessen chetty
I can’t recommend Ian’s online coaching and guidance enough. From the very start of my journey to lose weight and get back in shape, he was there with clear, practical advice and constant encouragement. The 1-to-1 support was outstanding—any time I had a question, Ian was quick to respond with helpful, detailed answers that kept me on track and the guy knows his stuff. What really stood out was how approachable and supportive he was throughout the process. I never felt alone in the program, and that level of personal attention made all the difference. I began noticing real progress within just a few weeks, which gave me the motivation to push even further. If you’re looking for someone who is genuinely invested in your success and provides excellent guidance every step of the way, Ian is the person to go to. More...
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faye Rix
I started training with Ian 4 years ago. I had recently had a baby, I was overweight and uncomfortable. My son didn’t sleep very well so I relied on a high sugar diet. I felt tried and so fed up with the person I had become. I had become unfit, grumpy and felt I had nothing for myself anymore. I decided things had to change and I haven’t regretted one moment. I thought training was all about cardio, I was wrong. Obviously cardio has it Place but since training with Ian I have done mostly weight training with some cardio along side this. Ian is very knowledgeable and when training he always tells me what muscle groups I’m working and why we are doing each exercise. He makes you feel so comfortable and he is a really nice person. I have had a big change physically and mentally over the last 4 years I’ve lost weight (78kg to 64kg) but I have also toned up. My mental health has also had an overhaul. I can 100% say I am a better mum and partner. I can’t thank Ian enough for everything he has done for me. For helping me feel happier inside and out. I can now train on my own with the support, guidance and confidence Ian has given me More...
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Ruth B
Ian is very thorough, knowledgeable and will put you at ease if your unsure about anything he will explain and show you in detail so you then understand, which for me was extremely helpful and enjoyable.
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Rebecca Simmonds
I have trained with Ian in both a class and PT setting and both were amazing. Ian is really knowledgeable with both fitness and food and never made me feel silly for asking for help. He helped guide me to make easy swaps and took into account my lifestyle and food preferences too and loved the fact I could reach out over message if I needed a check in in-between sessions. He is really easy to get along with and very relatable which for me is super important when your training with someone. I would definitely recommend Ian to anyone of any ability or fitness level. More...
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Jennifer Potter
I was hesitant to book onto a fitness program because I thought I could do it on my own—but if that were true, it would have happened already! Working with Ian was great! He created a tailored nutrition plan and gave me the confidence to go to the gym and use the weightlifting equipment, something I never thought I’d do. The accountability was a game-changer. Knowing I had weekly check-ins pushed me to stay consistent and make better choices, and Ian’s encouragement kept me going even after tough weeks. I’ve not only lost weight but also gained confidence in the gym. I know for sure I wouldn’t be where I am today without Ian’s support! More...
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Craig Jones
Ian is a fantastic coach who delivers and is always on hand to offer great advice. Highly recommend if you're looking to feel great and get into shape
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Lindsey Clark
I really enjoyed working with Ian both I the gym and online. He helped me to lift weights properly and shared good nutrition. I saw a distinct improvement in my body shape, weight and mental health. More...
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highroller284
Absolutely amazing service. I spoke and met with Ian multiple times about several different goals I had. Including weight loss and building muscle but more important to me a lot of strength and mobility training after all the injuries I've had over the years. I can easily say that I met all my goals because of Ian and his extensive knowledge of the body and it's nutritional needs. 100% recommended. 👍🏻👍🏻 More...
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Barbara Collier
Exceptional Personal Trainer I’ve been training at Brooke Strength and Fitness for over a year now. At 72, I wanted to improve my strength and fitness, and Ian has been truly outstanding. He’s extremely patient, supportive, and never judgmental — very different from other places I’ve experienced. Since losing my partner, Ian has given me purpose and motivation to keep going. He created a program tailored to my needs (including knee and hip issues), which has helped me regain strength, improve my fitness, and support my overall wellbeing and mental health. Ian has been a tremendous help, and I can’t recommend him highly enough to anyone considering a personal trainer. Ian has made a real difference in my life. More...
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Eric Milesi
Before working with Ian, I was going to the gym “out of habit” without having specific goals and my motivation for this reason had ups and downs. When we first met, Ian took the time to discuss possible goals and challenges that I could take up. He created a workout programme that was both effective and sustainable for me. He was extremely supportive and cheerful with words of encouragement. He would explain each exercise clearly specifying which muscles or parts of the body would be involved. He had a positive attitude when I was sometimes struggling with some exercises showing patience and interest in my progress. Thanks to him, I significantly improved my strength and fitness. I’m now 68 and retired in the south of France but still feel the benefit of my work out with him. I would highly recommend Ian to anyone wanting to improve their physical condition and hence their quality of life. Eric M. Montpellier, France More...
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Sammy Harman
I used Ian after working with various coaches who would give me a generic plan which was not conducive to my goals and available time. Working with Ian, I lost 22kg and then bulked without gaining significant fat. Ian listened to what I wanted to achieve and built a bespoke plan around my other commitments and this included detailed plans for both training and nutrition More...
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Kevin Lucas
I’m a man in my late-sixties and have been a client of Ian since early 2022. Ian introduced me to strength and weight training which highlighted weakness and instability in my shoulders as well as problems with my knees due to bad arthritis. Ian works at a pace that is suitable for you, always pushing and encouraging but in a way that makes you be the one who wants to progress to the next level. Exercises to strengthen the muscles around my knees have helped reduce the discomfort from walking significantly and my shoulder stability has improved. In addition to the physical benefits, my twice weekly sessions with Ian help with my general sense of wellbeing especially when I reach a new goal. I finish each session feeling tired and satisfied. Ian is very easy to work with and he never makes you feel uncomfortable or pressured into trying something new. Whatever stage you are at in your fitness and training programme, Ian is to be recommended as an excellent PT. More...
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carly mond
I had been struggling to find a PT since moving abroad and was recommended Ian. I had not been to the gym since before lockdown so was really nervous and self conscious getting back into it! Ian took the time to understand my goals and challenges and put together a gym newbie friendly programme that is straight forward and doesn't intimidate me! As I cannot train with him in person the app he used to create the programme has videos explaining each exercise so there really is no excuse for me not to go! Ian keeps me motivated without judgment, with regular checks ups, exercise alternatives when I'm struggling and lots of nutritional/diet tips as well as a full diet plan to suit my vegan lifestyle. I cannot recommend Ian enough - friendly, professional, motivational, empathetic - amazing! More...
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David Deacon
Iv been training with Brooke strength & fitness For past 9 months. I have always struggled with diet side of training. Since Ian has set my diet plans up and also 3 PTs a week Iv completely changed in shape and mind set. For me now Iv never felt better and my training has improved 10/10 More...
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Richard Hobbs
Ian is an extremely knowledgeable coach and a great guy to train with. I can't recommend him highly enough. I trained with him for 4 years before relocation meant we had to stop and my health and fitness massively improved over that period. He set me up to continue living healthily and I am still reaping the benefits today. More...
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Mark Zachary
Ian helped me get into the best shape of my life. He's very personable, down to earth, and supportive. The years of experience he has under his belt means that you're in very safe hands. Highly recommended!
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Sarah V
Ian is a great trainer - he is extremely knowledgable and knows how to ensure you get the best out of his sessions with you. Ian ensures that he works on any weaknesses or injuries you may have and above all he holds you accountable. More...
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Ben Coss
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I simply cannot recommend Ian enough! He combines professionalism, motivation and understanding into his sympathetic, succinct and direct approach towards his clients.
This is greatly assisting me with reaching my fitness goals.
I have enjoyed my time so far with Ian and would recommend him to anyone looking to reach their fitness goals!
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Personal Training & Coaching
1-1 Personal training combined with coaching to help achieve client goals. This includes checking in via messages, bespoke nutritional planning, programming tailored to client goals and needs, goal setting for short and long term and building daily habits gradually to bring about a complete lifestyle overhaul.
