#bettertogether
#coachonline
#weightlossnutrition
#simplesteps
#progressnotperfection👌
Andy came to me with the goal of dropping 10kg of weight. We did that. I broke his goal down into small achievable wins every week, as well as improving his knowledge with training, nutrition, recovery and mental fitness.
After losing this foundational level of weight / body fat, Andy is ready to go into the muscle building phase. If he stays as consistent with his nutrition and training (as he was in the weight loss phase), I am certain he'll starting building some quality lean muscle.
Here's what Andy had to say about his weight loss journey.
"Ant is an excellent trainer. He really gets you to understand your goals and guides you towards them. His knowledge of nutrition and exercise is excellent. I lost 10kg in 6 months and feel stronger and fitter than I ever have in my life. Can’t recommend him enough".
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DM me the word weight loss if you need lasting change.
#busyparents
#worklifebalancegoals
#lowenergy
#needhelp
#lastingchange
#feelgreat
#lowenergy
#lowmood
#supportmentalhealth
#movebetter
Client wins.🏆
7kg of Muscle gained. 💪
Body fat sitting around 7%.🎯
It's safe to say from the progress picture and the data sheet on @shivam.srivastava18 s weight...
That the 7kg of weight he's gained has been almost entirely muscle.
This was phase 1-3 of our training.
We're currently on our 2nd 12 week programme and the muscle is continuing to pack on.
Look out for the next set of results soon.
#testimonial
#clientwins
#buildmuscle
#skinnytobig
#completehealth
Few videos from session 1 and 2 of my 8 week muscle build journey.
Monday - Push
Tuesday - Legs
Working through the demands of being a new dad and business owner.
Been out of action for a couple of years now due to baby and injury.
It feels good getting back to training 🎯💪
Been sooo sore the last 2 days 🤣.
#movebetter
#mentalfitness
#trainingover40
#trainhardrecoverharder
#dadswholift
I needed a new challenge and I want to share my journey with you.
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I haven't trained properly since the birth of my son.
My son is now 2 years old, and I want to show people out there that busy parents can achieve fitness goals too.
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My hope is that you come on this journey with me and that you find inspiration from it.
My first Photo shoot is booked for 25th September (what a motivating tool that is!)
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If you would like help on your fitness journey, then DM the word RESULTS and let's have a chat today.
#feelgreat #dadmuscle #busyparent #howtogetinshape
Great day out! at @depotmanchester spent 3 hours plus here for the first time and loved it.
It's important to get out of your comfort zone and start things as a beginner.
Being coached and motivated through things (in this case by my friends today) helped me to push past failed attempts and succeed.
When I thought I couldn't do it and lacked confidence, I was raised up and completed the job.
This has given me a new perspective when it comes to coaching my own clients.
And it's drawn me to the conclusion that coaching can create confidence in people.
You just have to be brave enough to take the first step.
If you're suffering with low confidence and want to eliminate anxiety, move better, get stronger, and feel great.......Then DM me the words "FEEL GREAT" and let's take YOUR first steps into a healthier, fitter you, today!
PS.Check out the 69 years young gentleman in the video. Keep moving people, it's vital for staying young. Don't let an old person move into your body! Mobility matters!! Inspiring stuff.
#movebetter #feelgreat #mobilitymatters #keepmoving #getoutyourcomfortzone
Running 16k up a mountain was out of my comfort zone.
I am not the runner I once was in the army, and this was the first time I ran over 8 miles in about 10 years.
However it's only through challenge that your soul feels peace.
As we get older we need to train smart but RECOVER SMARTER. I don't train like I did in my 20's compared to now in my 40's) - I'm actually 39, 40 in October 🤣
That means mobility work BEFORE the race and deep stretching AFTER it. It also means fuelling your body correctly 🥑🍝. Not that long ago id have had a drink to 'celebrate', but that would have made my recovery terrible and make me feel like shit the next day eh @dsharples83 😉)
Taking cold dips, meditation, hydrating properly and early nights (see photo of me wearing eye mask, ear buds and sleep tape 🤣)
All contribute to an excellent recovery plan.
(I was mocked for doing this 🤣 but I'm not the one who felt sore all over the next day).
When I design plans for clients they include
*Nutrition
*Training
*Mental fitness (mindset training)
*Recovery (sleep, stress management)
If you want to move better and live stronger, get in touch with me today, or if you just want guidance on how to start boosting your energy and mood each day, feel free to reach out. I am always happy to help.
#lakeconiston #trailrunning #feelgreat #lakeswim
Why meditate? To become more present. What is presence? Presence is ALL there truly is. Let me explain.
(When I was meditating this morning by lake consiston, a thought came to me providing clarity on this.)
Imagine a knife edge balancing on the peak of a mountain. Imagine yourself standing on that knife edge. That is Your attention. It is balancing on that edge constantly. When we remain on that edge we are balanced. We are present. But how do we stay on it without falling down the mountain?
We meditate first thing in the morning. This anchors us in the present.
You see the mind, does not like the present moment. Simply because no thinking can exist there. There is no mental activity when we are fully present, and so the mind projects us into an imaginary future (usually with worry as its main weapon). Or it tries to steal our attention by taking us to a past event (typically in the form of a regret or shame).
So what role does mediation play in all this?
Well, every time you meditate you start to see how powerful the mind is. How much control it has over you (me/us). It will throw everything at you in order for you to stop meditating. Random thoughts, dark thoughts, fears, doubts, insecurities.... But if you don't engage with them. If you observe them and recognize that's just what the mind does.... You begin to judge yourself less in day to day life. You also begin to judge others less and less.
You start to cultivate ease, joy and an under current of permanent peace in yourself.
This peace is felt by all those around you, and it gives them permission to be at ease also.
Mediation is not easy, and it must be a continuous lifelong practice. But since when was anything easy worth starting.
We have 70'000 thoughts a day and 90% of them are the same as the day before. If you wonder why you keep self sabotaging it's because you're not being present. Pay attention to the present moment. Uproot anxiety and sew seeds of serenity.
There are many different ways to meditate. I am not going to tell you which way to start.
With time, and through trial and error, you will find the right route for you.
#selfcare
#kindness
#simplicity
#truth
#bepresent
Time well spent with friends and family today. Outdoors in the sunshine @applejacksadventurefarm
Health and well being goes beyond Nutrition and Exercise.
It includes social, emotional and spiritual dimensions.
Each one needs nurturing.
#getoutsideandplay #dadsandlads #mindfulmoments #feelgreat #feelgreat
Eliminating stress, meeting new people, working out 💪( and working in 🧠💪)
The APC Method.
Join the community today.
The next hike is on 27th April.
I'll see you there? #staystrong #selfcare #movewell #livefully #spiritalgrowth @puregym_eccles
What can you achieve in 90 days?
Shivam followed the APC Muscle Building Method to a T.
Here's what he had to say.
"When I started the 12-week program with Ant, I was a skinny 58kg guy. He helped me focus on my diet and mental wellness while providing a structured and effective training plan. At first, I was highly skeptical about reaching my goal weight, but hitting that milestone has been incredible—I’ve built muscle and no longer feel like the skinny guy I used to be. Ant was able to do what I couldn’t all these years—make me gain weight! 🤣
Seeing my progress in the mirror makes me happier, and while occasional thoughts of inadequacy and body dysmorphia still creep in, they only fuel my motivation to keep pushing forward.
I’m looking forward to our next 12-week program in May—excited to set new goals and crush them!" 💪🏻
Shivam, thank you for your dedication and effort in every single session. I am thrilled you are seeing the results you deserve. Well done.
There are just over 12 weeks to summer. If you need help building confidence, and muscle send me a message today.
#transformationthursday
#gymconfidence
#puregym
#gainsville
#buildmuscle
Mobility, Stability, Flexibility, Core Strength.
My new 9 week mobility course is designed to help you improve at all of the above.
It's also made to ELIMINATE muscle tightness, joint pain & RECURRING injuries.
This type of training is very close to my heart, as I used it to end a 2 year nightmare of constant injuries.
If all you're doing is stretching then you're not going to overcome your movement issues.
The only way to do so is to strengthen your joints through a FULL RANGE OF MOTION, plus, build strength in your joints ligaments and connective tissues.
This will ensure you build enough RESILIENCE to stop those old injuries coming back.
If YOU, finally want to overcome muscle tightness, joint pain and recurring injuries, then get in touch with me today.
There are 2 places left on my free course, every Friday at 12pm. DM me today to claim your spot.
#motionislotion
#painfreeliving
#injuryfree
#allignment
#healthyjoints
#mensmentalhealth
Do you suffer from any movement issues
Good morning everyone.
This Friday at 12pm (17/1/25) my 9 week mobility course starts at PureGym Eccles.
If you want to learn how to move better long term, (reduce pain).
Activate your core and stabilisation muscles.
Improve your posture and flexibility.
Then I'd love to help you.
Only 4 spaces available.
No previous experience required, this course is free for mandem meetup members, you don't even need a membership at PureGym.
Thanks.
#mensmentalhealth
#movebetter
#coreworkouts
#painfreeliving
#feelgreat
🎉Happy first birthday Son.👶
Every day is a blessing.
Each moment is golden.
They say don't wish away the baby years, before you know it they are gone.
You have changed our lives for the better. Never have I smiled so much so often.
It's an honor and a privilege to be your Dad, and help raise you to be a kind, courageous strong man.
I love you with my whole heart.
Thank you to all our loving & supportive family.
And thankyou to my amazing partner Suzanne, I'd honestly have been lost without you.
Life would have been much harder without you all.
❤️
#fatherhood #ptdad #gratefullness #soulsearching
When you learn how to FEEL greater than your THINKING ...
You are on the path to complete health and wellbeing.
Breahwork, meditation and community make up a huge part of mine and my clients Mental fitness plan.
APC Health & Fitness
"Move Better ... Look good ... Feel Great"
To join our next hike or workshop, Write the word "HERO" in the comments below.
#heroe #mentalfitness #movebetter #lookgood #feelgreat #overthinking
Remember. Nature nurtures. You go to the forest FOR REST.
When YOU invest in rest, and surround yourself with like minded people.
AWAY.... from the city and out in nature. You begin to re-vitalise yourself.
Here's what Jason said about the last APC Health & Fitness hike in the Lake District (He is person on the last photo emersing himself in some cold water therapy).🧠💪
"Thank you everyone today for an amazing time with amazing people.
I had a great experience and being with great people made it something I will never forget".
Are you stressed?
Do you love hiking but haven't made time for it in too long?
Do you love seeing beautiful places and being around like minded people?
Then join the APC Community and let's get you feeling GREAT again.
PT, Hiking, Wild swimming, Group Runs, Health and Wellbeing Workshops All available now.
MOVE MORE, LOOK GOOD, FEEL GREAT.
#nature
#wellbeing
#morethanpt
#community
#mentalfitness
Comment below or DM me to book your place this Wednesday:
7pm at Puregym Eccles.
@the_heros_journey1_
What can you achieve in 28 days?
To achieve excellent results in such a short period of time like Matt here, you need 3 things.
#1- A Relentless Mindset
#2- An Effective Training Plan
#3- An Excellent Recovery Strategy
Matt already has #1. That's why he got the results so quickly.
I just gave him 2&3, along with the added gift of accountability.
Don't have #1 but want it?
I can and am helping people everyday to develop their mental fitness.
(90% of what we do is psychological).
Not to just change how they look. But how they think and feel about themselves too.
Here's what Matt had to say:
"I have been working with Ant for 4 weeks and am delighted with the results achieved.
After an initial assessment and conversation regarding my goals he structured a series of workouts for me to complete. As well as the workouts there was advice on changing my diet and the amounts of each food group I eat.
After 4 weeks I feel fitter and healthier and motivated to attend the gym.
Ant is encouraging and fosters a sense of community within the group of people he trains, celebrating success and offering motivation to the group. Highly recommended."
Want more than just a PT? Send me a DM today. Or book onto my health and wellbeing workshop, which is being co hosted by @the_heros_journey1_
It's a 1 hour workshop @puregymeccles on the 9/10/24 at 7pm. Here you have an opportunity to learn life skills with the power to change your life!
