SW19, London
At purposeful fitness we believe that the approach to weight loss for the general public has to be different to the one for professional athletes, that's why we specialise in working only with everyday people.
At Purposeful Fitness we are well aware that no diet works for everyone, that's why we specialise in developing nutrition plans ( no FAD diets ).
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19 customer reviews
Claire S
As someone who was pretty nervous about going to the gym, Ilia created a plan that worked for me and helped me grow in confidence. He kept me accountable and I’m really pleased with my results. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him. More...
Leila G
Personal Trainers
Ilia is very talented - He knows how to mix flexibility and strength within the same program and it’s not an easy one! I wanted to tone and loose weight.
We went through a core/strength program which was very fun and original. I have learned how to do the head stands and lézard walk which was an added bonus! He is not your typical PT - every exercice is choose carefully. They are being twisted slightly to increase the level of difficulty throughout the weeks to reach the end goal. The progress is noticeable.
Ilia is also very knowledgeable which is ideal when you want to learn some good tips on how to build a healthy gym, food and mind routine ! 100% recommend !
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Mayank
Ilia brought about the change I was missing. His awareness and knowledge around a holistic lifestyle has made me see myself differently (for better!).
I would highly recommend him.
Alia Rosmini
IIia is the best PT I have ever had. He motivates, listens and shapes great workouts to help achieve your goals. He is also a lovely person and great fun so although the workouts are tough they are really enjoyable.
Juanjo Lopez
The best PT I have ever had. Ilia knows how to motivate you and achieve your goals in a healthy and very effective way.
Cat Drummond
Ilia is such a fab trainer. He’s supportive, understanding and works hard to understand what works and what doesn’t for each person he is training.
He keeps work outs interesting and is great at suggesting recipes for meals, and additional equipment that will enhance the training sessions. He is also super responsive when you have any questions between sessions. Would not hesitate to recommend!
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Max
Ilia is a great coach. He understands your goals and encourages you to get the best out of yourself during the training programme. He is also very knowledgeable and always has a solution to offer. I would recommend Ilia to anyone who wants to really push themselves and see quality results (all while having a lot of fun doing it too!) More...
Andrew
Ilia is a fantastic PT and I would highly recommend him to anyone; regardless of where you are on your fitness journey. Ilia’s dedicated support, coaching and planning helped me on my path to a healthier lifestyle. He truly exceeds all expectations.
Eloise Purnell
Ilia is a brilliant trainer and I’d recommend him to anyone. He’s incredibly supportive and has helped me progress massively with my fitness, whilst making it as enjoyable as possible.
Cameliya B.
I can't recommend Ilia as a personal trainer enough. He's transformed my life!
Angel Z
Ilia has helped me achieve my goals gradually through functional fitness and also got me rid of the annoying shoulder pain I had had for years.
Now I feel strong and healthy without having to spend money on any fancy supplements.
Highly recommended!
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Cristian Stratulat
Ilia is a top personal trainer with knowledge and experience. My fitness journey has been an awesome experience. Highly recommended!
Wal
Having trained with Ilia and Purposeful Fitness, I am achieving all my fitness goals and much more. Ilia not only provides guidance when it comes to training and work outs, but goes further by recommending diet and lifestyle changes that complement the efforts applied within the gym. This holistic approach of the betterment of both mind and body is refreshing, and the results are both seen and felt. Ilia is truly passionate about the approach, and also supports even whilst I am away on business by using the app that he remotely uploads training plans to... a great approach for dedicated and busy professionals. More...
Merve
I met Ilia through my partner, as he first started training with him. I was very impressed with the results just in a month so I reached out to him to start working out together. My purpose was not to lose weight but to get stronger by building up muscle. I have been woking out with Ilia since 4 months now and thanks to him I am much stronger. I am also able to fit in my old clothes as my body has toned up as well. I am so glad I started working out with him not only due to the positive physical impacts but also for all the useful insights he has been sharing about nutrition and maintaining a healthy life style. He is technically very strong and very knowledgeable regarding how to help you get energised. I strongly recommend him as a personal trainer. More...
Hend
Personal Trainers
Highly recommend Ilia as a PT, he has managed to take me from being a 'non - excersiser' to maintaining a consistent 4 times a week programme. He is dedicated to ensuring I am always challenged but goals and targets are achievable, and I am constantly improving my 'personal bests'. His approach and attitude are very positive and am now more motivated than ever to improve my fitness and transform my body for the better. I look forward to continuing to work with Ilia through this journey. More...
Cagri Korlu
Personal Trainers
Working out with Ilia has been a great experience. I started working with Ilia when I was 95 kgs without knowing where to start and how to progress with my weigh-loss plan. Ilia is a very organised, disciplined and technically competent/ strong trainer. In 2 months, I lost 14 kgs and started to built up muscle thanks to his personalised training programs and diet plan. Along with his strong technical knowledge, Ilia is also very knowledgeable on nutrition. He follows up on a daily basis, schedules work outs for the days you work out by yourself and tracks your performance. He is very good at identifying your individual needs and improvement points. I strongly recommend Ilia ( Purposeful Fitness), working out with him has had a major impact on my life both physically and mentally. He is not only a personal trainer but also someone who cares about your well being and health. More...
Cynthea Siva Nathan
I have been working with Ilia for almost a year now and he is the best trainer I have ever had. We works with me on different techniques that match my fitness level and I have seen such huge changes in both my body and my health since working with him. He is great because he gets to know you and creates a fitness plan around your ability that both pushes you in an enjoyable way. Since working with him I have seen such progress in myself!!! Couldn't give a higher recommendation More...
Raphael Gabari
It was an absolute pleasure to have worked with llia, I enlisted his help when i discovered i had become so unhealthy, i had gained weight, was always tired that even climbing the stairs was becomming a hard task. llia worked with me , he looked at every aspect of my lifestyle, it was like having an MOT on my body, he helped me throughout from working out in the park to preparing a personal diet plan for me. In no time i was as fit as a fiddle. llia practices what he preaches, he is one of the fittest guy i have come across so you know you are dealing with someone who knows what they are talking about. I felt supported all through, he designed an online programm for me that even when we are not training in the park and i was training at home it felt like he was there with me at home. He is very accessable and you can call him at anytime and he would respond to you. I highly recommend him to anyone who is serious about their personal health. More...
Peter Waskett
I hired Ilia Panev as a Personal Trainer at the end of last summer. As I am a banker and I spend most of my time in an office, my goal was to bring more movement into my life, get fit faster and improve my strength in general. I can honestly say, that this guy is amazing! Following his diet and exercise programme for the period of 12 weeks, I have managed to accomplish all my goals. Now I feel exceptionally good, in shape, flexible and strong. He is very polite and professional too. Highly recommend. More...
How do you help your clients achieve their fitness goals?
At Purposeful Fitness we know that no one is the same and everyone has different needs.
We develop a personalised nutrition plan and a personalised training program so that our clients receive what's best for each of them individually.
Through our daily check-ins, daily nutrition and workout updates, our clients receive a high-value service, stay motivated and are kept accountable so that they get things done and see results fast.
What’s the secret to getting the body of your dreams?
There's no secret. It's very simple - find what works for you and take massive, relentless action accompanied by perseverance. That's it.
What do you love most about your job?
The opportunity to have a positive impact on people's lives.
When our clients go through all the positive changes in aesthetics and behaviour as a result of their commitment and hard work.
What inspired you to start your own business?
In my early 20s, I suffered from several diseases and cured myself of them all, which inspired me
to do this for other people too.
I saw obesity as a huge threat to society, that's why I chose to work with this demographic.
Why should our clients choose you?
Bark's clients should choose me if they value personal care and attention.
They should choose me if they appreciate all the years of dedication and sacrifices put into developing
Purposeful Fitness service they can use today.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes, there's a remote coaching option available. Clients have one video session a week.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
We comply with the laws and guidelines made by the government.
1 to 1 Weight Loss Coaching
* 1 x face2face session a week
* Daily check-ins
* Daily nutrition and workout updates
* Heart rate monitoring for each workout (optional)
* Nervous system monitoring every morning (optional)
Remote Weight Loss Coaching
* 1 x online training session a week
* Daily check-ins
* Daily nutrition and workout updates
* Heart rate monitoring for each workout (optional)
* Nervous system monitoring every morning (optional)