Mark Woodcock

As a longhaul airline pilot, my rather sedentary job (and irregular eating and sleeping patterns) meant that as I reached 42 I was overweight and needed some nutritional help and a change to my fitness regime and exercise methods. I still played football but was finding it harder going as the years advanced and the inches and pounds crept on slowly.

Mark came along for a free consultation and was very engaging , thorough, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We discussed and set goals and so I began my program initially with a package of 12 sessions spread over 4 months, mainly because of my odd work patterns and being overseas for some periods. Having just reached the end of that period I find myself 22lbs lighter, aerobically fitter, stronger in the quads and upper body in particular and ready to start another football season.

I’ve not reached my target yet as I’ve got another 18lbs to go but I’m confident that with some more sessions with Mark’s help, I can get there. That’s why I’ve just booked another block of sessions.

I found that being a member of a gym, I would always find a reason not to go when at home (too tired, missed seeing the kids etc) however with the next appointment with Mark firmly in the diary ... and no escape from facing reality, it proved enough of an incentive to work hard and keep those pounds coming off.

The sessions were always varied, fun, tiring (of course) and Mark explained the reason for each exercise and ensured I kept my technique and form good. I felt motivated throughout each one. I can honestly say I had never pushed myself so hard as I did when I was working with Mark. I didn’t know I had that level of effort in me!

I would fully recommend Mark’s services and if you want to lose weight / get fitter / tone up / change your eating / change your life , then it would be a wise move to consider giving Mark a call. Go on...you can do it !!

Tim Bateman, Stevenage

My training with Mark started when I was struggling to get the required standard of fitness to pass the selection process to enter the British Army. I had been deferred due to my running time and decided to see if a personal trainer would be able to improve my situation. Mark carried out a consultation and immediately gave me the confidence and motivation to start the programme.

He devised an exercise plan for me to follow, tailor-made for my individual needs as well my ability. This was a varied plan, which kept me interested. I was also given an eating regime; this was a little more difficult to keep!!

I looked forward to my weekly sessions with Mark and found him to take a genuine interest in my progress as well as my hobbies and career plan.

To my amazement, within weeks my friends were commenting on my appearance and the greatest result is that I have passed selection and enter the British Army next week.

Simon Hicks, Southgate

For sometime I had thought about employing a personal trainer, the trouble is when you see them in the Gym they tend to be a bit “full on” – that wasn’t for me.

I was introduced to Mark via a mutual acquaintance. He visited me and my wife for a consultation (free) as well as a health check.
He was very approachable and we explained what our goals were – generally to get a bit fitter, slimmer and healthier – the usual. However, we explained that we did not want to become slaves to the regime which he fully understood and accepted.

At our first session Mark started us off on a series of exercises, all fully supervised and in the comfort of our own home. He had also prepared a new diet for us – individual ones as we had explained some of our food likes/dislikes previously.

Within the first six months I had lost 9 pounds and looked like a well toned Greek God (no seriously I lost the weight and felt much fitter and more supple).

It has now been 14 months since we started working with Mark. We both feel much better for it. As well as being a thoroughly nice bloke, he is very knowledgeable about his work; he is professional and a great motivator keeping each session fresh and different. You feel very comfortable working with him.

If anyone has any worries about using Mark – don’t, you won’t regret it.

Michael and Paula Brown, Barrington

In May 1995 I was diagnosed with severe Osteoporosis. By March 2006 I was overweight, very unfit and had high blood pressure. It was then when I decided to do something about it. I decided that I needed extra help, so I arranged a consultation with Mark.

He worked out a healthy eating plan and an exercise program tailored to my needs. I found the first couple of training sessions with Mark very hard but I carried on and by November 2006 I had lost two stone in weight and my fitness levels were much better.

My blood pressure is now normal and I exercise five times a week with one of those training sessions with Mark. I could not have done this without Marks help and encouragement. With Mark's knowledge of how to manage my illness I knew he would not push me beyond my capabilities.

Also, in November 2006 I decided to do a ten-mile sponsored walk for the National Osteoporosis Society. Mark put in the time to train me to do the distance, and then very kindly did the walk with me.

Carol Pont, Stevenage

Mark has helped me to get back into shape after both my pregnancies with a fun and varied diet and fitness programme.  Not only has he motivated and inspired me to enjoy exercise and healthy eating - but he has also helped me to improve my confidence in myself and my abilities.

Debbie Dennis, Welwyn Garden City