I have not always been into fitness. In fact, I would shudder at the thought of PE at school or any form of organised sport! I had intense fear of the pressure of team games and little confidence in my physical ability.
In my teens I discovered the gym and running. I found out I could enjoy being active without being ‘sporty’ and I enjoyed dance classes just for FUN and not for competition!
I started using weights and resistance machines with more intention in my early 20s after wanting to shape my body in a way that running couldn’t do, and I found I really enjoyed the feeling of getting stronger and seeing positive changes in my body and mind.
I now train for strength and longevity and to challenge myself. I am a proud member of Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue as an On-Call Firefighter and this is another motivation to maintain strength and fitness (and avoid injury!)
The fact that I have gone from exercise and fitness-phobic, to full-on enthusiast and Personal Trainer means I can truly appreciate that when it comes to fitness and exercise, we are all very different, and all need to find something which works for US as individuals. Plus – If you enjoy it, you’ll stick at it!
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