I don’t post transformation pictures, I disagree with the notion that health and fitness have a start and finish date. I also think that these types of promotional materials select for superficial fitness qualities, as well as unhealthy relationships with both training, nutrition and self-image. While my approach wouldn’t be suggested by a marketing guru, its a moral choice that I have decided to stand by.
Some testimonials have been edited for the sake of clarity and brevity. All original testimonials can be viewed on request.
Testimonials
“Working with Nathan, I ran my fastest running times, didn't obtain a single significant injury, lifted heavy and confidently and focused on the best version of myself.
Nathan encouraged me to walk on my own two feet and was an excellent mentor. Nathan is the best investment I made into my physical and mental health. He was a fantastic mentor who enabled me to focus on the best version of myself every day and, most importantly, made me want to be that version of myself.”
-Diarmuid F.
“Working with Nathan certainly achieved my goals. At 33/34 I became the strongest I had ever been all while navigating injuries and a pretty high-pressure job.
Nathan is by far the best PT / Trainer I have ever had from both a personal engagement and results perspective. Nathan was able to adapt to my energy for each session, reading where to push me and where to ease off. This type of style suited me well - I didn't need a drill sergeant, I needed progress, consistency and adaptability.
Nathan is a genuine human who cares about the people he trains with, works with and come to his space to work out. I recommend Nathan completely and without hesitation.
Funny lad too.”
-Scott R.
“Nathan helped me reach my goals in a safe and efficient way. Not only with exercises that were perfectly tailored for my goals and body type/limitations, but also figuring out what kind of lifestyle changes I needed to make to reach these goals. He was very knowledgeable and really listened to what my goals and health history were. I've improved my health and made huge strides towards my goals, which I couldn't have done without his help. I've gone from a completely sedentary lifestyle at size 20, to enjoying daily activity and now I can actually see abs!”
-Christina L.
“Yes in the 3.5 years + working with Nathan I was able to finally achieve my deadlift goal and have even progressed to deadlifting a PB of 107.5kgs. This was a steady progress as I started off not really liking many exercises but learnt to work on them and improve and eventually progressing in all lifts by getting stronger and stronger each session. I now see strength training and conditioning in a whole new light thanks to Nathan.
Nathan has a flexible understanding approach to my programming to adapt to any life changes and that has been super helpful. On top of this when we had in person training I felt that it was more like a friend training me as I got to know him more over the years and I appreciated all the advice he gave me and still does to this day.
I have been able to smash my fitness goals all thanks to Nathan’s program and coaching. I never thought I would be as strong as I am today and that is all attributed to Nathan’s coaching. I feel extremely lucky and grateful to have crossed paths with such an amazing personal trainer and would recommend him to all my friends and family. You won’t just be getting a trainer but someone who actually cares at the end of the day.”
-Jaclyn Y.
“I hadn’t gone to the gym for a while and put on weight. I was feeling really out of shape. I wanted to get fit, lose the weight I gained and gain muscles. Thanks to his program and constant monitoring to adapt my workouts to my needs, I was able to gain confidence and reach my goals quite quickly. I've lost the few kilos I wanted to lose and got stronger, fitter and developed muscles. It was a great experience.
Working with Nathan is really fun and also makes you feel comfortable and in good hands. I had full trust in him by seeing such good results in such a short amount of time. Also knowing he was monitoring my results week by week, I knew he was working on my program differently than the other clients. I never missed a session and he always appeared fully focused on me and made working out even more fun.”
-Delphine C.
“I've been working with Nathan for a year or so now and I am much fitter, stronger and just overall healthier. The training has changed my habits for the better where I am more disciplined and focused towards my goals. The mental aspect of training is often overlooked but that's where I believe I've benefitted the most.
I haven't worked with any personal trainers previously because I didn't have the best impression of them. But, Nathan has managed to change that. I don't feel unnecessarily pushed when training with him. He understands my requirements and the training programs accommodate them very well. His philosophy is centered around getting better - whatever that means for the individual.
Nathan's a legend and he can grow a ridiculous moustache.”
-Preet S.
“I have progressed in nearly every aspect of my fitness since working with Nathan! I feel stronger, more athletic and fit overall, and my cardiovascular health has definitely improved. Nathan also managed to resolve a long-time recurring lower back problem that I used to have that many other professionals couldn't!
I really like Nathan's coaching style - he is very encouraging, supportive and receptive to feedback, but still makes sure to challenge me enough to achieve my objectives. I find Nathan's approach to be very balanced as he listens to my feedback and can tailor the programming accordingly, but he is still committed to helping me improve and will give me the push that I need to progress. The programming is very thoughtful and considered, which I really appreciate.”
-Steph W.
“Working with Nathan got me to the point where I’m completely confident in the gym on my own using free weights. I love training and feeling stronger each week.
Nathan has amazing knowledge on all things training. His attention to form is next to none. If you have a niggling feeling in your body, he will work around it with alternate exercises while working to strengthen the area that is causing the concern to you. He explains everything really well and makes the movements understandable. He pushes you but is also realistic - e.g. if your goals are to enjoy training and eat a lot of yummy food - he’s going to work around that with you.
Nathan is hands down the best PT I’ve had. He is available, makes you feel confident and explains everything so you understand the why/importance. Not just a “do it because”. I cannot recommend working with him enough - he’s completely changed my relationship with training.”
-Eleanor S.
“I've gained nearly 10kg in mass within six months after being educated on proper diet, along with consistent gym workouts that have built my confidence and toned my body.
It's like doing a workout with a friend, Nathan is very approachable and easy to talk to with any questions I have. He is also very knowledgeable and able to cater his coaching to a way where I understand.
I've had multiple friends comment on my gains since I started with Nathan and are impressed by how far I have come in such a short time. I'm excited to see where the next 12 months can take me!”
-Hayden L.
“I've been with Nathan since 2021, and I've seen amazing progress in my strength, endurance ad confidence. I am no longer nervous of trying new exercises and I know the difference between good and bad form. I am no longer subconscious of attending the gym on my own, I actually enjoy it now. My body confidence has grown so much, I look and feel my best, can actually see I have muscles now.
His coaching style is always motivating and encourages me to push myself to perform my best. Every session is challenging but enjoyable, it's alway a positive environment and he celebrates every achievement, no matter how small I think it was. From the start, he took the time to understand my goals and fitness level and created personalised workouts to help me achieve them. He supports me and holds me accountable, I truly look forward to our work outs.
I cannot recommend Nathan highly enough! Not only is he incredibly knowledgable about fitness, he is also a down to earth, fun and just a genuinely good guy. Sessions feel like I'm hanging out with a friend. As a trainer he is professional, dedicated and cares about your success. He's transformed my fitness journey and I'm so grateful to him!”
-Lisa O.
“I worked with Nathan for 18 months and during that time my strength doubled, my form improved dramatically as did any existing niggling injuries or pain I used to get. I got leaner and improved my muscle mass.
Nathan’s style is professional, knowledgeable but still makes training fun. He listens to your concerns and feedback and makes adjustments accordingly. Unlike other PTs, he sets reasonable, achievable goals that still allow you to have a live and improve your fitness and confidence in the gym.”
-Maryanna V.
“I was at a point where I didn't have control of my wellbeing, and needed the help the and guidance to get on track. Nathan was thoughtful and attentive in his approach to my training. With knowledge he gained through our sessions, he was able to create tailored programmes, which not only helped with my physical training, but also the emotional and mental aspects as well. Overall, I had a thoroughly beneficial and thought provoking experience with Nathan. With his friendly but professional personality, he guided me towards realistic goals and encouraged me to achieve them.
Nathan grows with his clients; he never stops adding to his own repertoire, through health knowledge acquisition, and his own training sessions. I never expected to find such a well rounded trainer and friend who was willing to go the extra mile, so it made training feel more enjoyable.”
-Samuel W.M.
“I sustained an ankle injury that meant I had to stop doing any exercise on my feet! I couldn't stand up to do weights training. I was an active person who was disappointed to learn how quickly I started losing muscle and muscle tone. Nathan was able to create a weights training program that focused on rebuilding and maintaining muscle tone, without standing up.
I found Nathan to be a stabilising influence on me, he was calm and patient about the process of exercising through recovery, far more patient than I am! I appreciate that Nathan comes from a basis of a very strong knowledge of physiology, coupled with a holistic approach to training his clients as "people", not merely clients. I like that Nathan is both patient about the process of training, yet will push you harder, if you need it!”
- Sam W.
“Anything involving hip flexion had always been a struggle for me. I’ve had a few PTs over the years but none have managed to address it. After training with Nathan I am now confidently doing (heavy!) squats and deadlifts.
Nathan is super knowledgeable and has a keen eye for form. He pushes and motivates you effectively. But most importantly he somehow made me love training!
Best PT I’ve had!”
-Matt S
I couldn't do 1 pushup before Nathan's coaching. Now I can do 20 proper push ups off the floor with my nose touching the ground and a controlled movement. Another example of the progress I've made under Nathan is my body fat percentage has dropped from 30% a year and a half ago to about to go under 20% today.
I usually train on weekday evenings and occasionally will send Nathan a message through the app and he always replies within minutes.
- Ethan C.
“From the start, Nathan was not only approachable and supportive but also demonstrated an impressive depth of understanding about training techniques and nutrition. Thanks to Nathan’s dedication and expertise, I achieved my fitness goals and developed a newfound confidence in my abilities. I highly recommend Nathan to anyone looking for a personal trainer who genuinely cares about their clients' success.
Nathan’s exceptional blend of friendliness, knowledge, and professionalism truly made a difference in my fitness journey :) “
-Shyani S.
“I have seen steady weight loss on my journey with Nathan. whilst that is mainly diet related, Nathan has encouraged me along my weight loss journey. In terms of my fitness levels he has pushed me in my cardio and weight training: I can now lift heavier and have the ability to do cardio workouts I wouldn't have dreamed of doing before. Nathan also recommended that I see a physio for ongoing knee pain, which essentially changed my life and i would have never come up with that on my own. So I can honestly say training with Nathan has been life changing for me.
He’s probably the best trainer I have worked with. He pushes and encourages you along and does weekly check ins with you. He also introduced me to boxing which I absolutely love. He's challenged me to dig deep and find my inner athlete (literally).”
- Tanya L.
“I only have time for 3 45-minute weight training per week. I needed to make my sessions more focused and effective. I needed to change my routines more frequently and be targeted in what my goals were. Nathan has an outstanding amount of theoretical knowledge, a wide array of fitness training skills and an enormous amount of practical experience. He identified a clear set of customised goals and made a perfect calibrated training program to achieve my goal.
My strength, flexibility and muscular endurance all have improved significantly. I have had more progress with Nathan than in the previous 2 years of training by myself. I also have much better muscle definition, mass and shape all thanks to Nathan”
- Luke O.J.
“Nathan has helped me make progress on all my goals. He is an inveterate deadlifting nerd, and this has done wonders for both my technique and overall enjoyment of strength training. By no mean feat, he has also managed to help me overcome a pathological aversion to squatting, and given me the skills to bench press on my own. I’m now a much stronger, well-rounded and confident lifter than when we first began working together. Thanks to his very supportive online health coaching, I’ve also achieved my weight loss goals without sacrificing strength.
Nathan is the most intellectually curious person I know. He has a preternatural drive to learn, which means that the knowledge and skills he brings to training are continuously updated and fine-tuned. In working with him, I’ve come to expect nothing short of authoritative, evidence-based advice.
Infuriatingly, Nathan is as adept at understanding other people as he is the science of biomechanics and nutrition. I decided to work with him not only because of his expertise in strength training, but because he quickly intuited the kind of help I needed, identified my strengths, and immediately offered encouragement and direction. Working with him has been fun and rewarding, and the results have been unequivocal.”
- Caitrin D.