Core service
Personal Training
Structured, one-to-one training for strength, fitness and fat loss, with the accountability and expertise to actually stick with it.
Who this is for
Fitness, strength and structure, without the guesswork
Personal training with Mike suits anyone who wants a proper, individualised approach rather than a generic gym programme. That includes:
- People wanting better overall fitness, strength and conditioning
- Anyone working towards fat loss and better body composition
- People who want structure, accountability and expert guidance
- Clients returning to training after injury, illness or time away
- Anyone who's tried apps and templates and wants a real coach instead
What's included
What to expect from a programme
A plan built around you
Your goals, current fitness and available time shape the programme, not the other way round.
Strength & conditioning
Free weights, barbells and functional training in a private, uncrowded studio environment.
Progress you can see
Sessions are tracked and adapted as you improve, so the programme keeps working, not stalling.
Real accountability
A scheduled session with Mike is a commitment that's much harder to skip than a solo gym visit.
Practical nutrition guidance
Straightforward, realistic advice, not fads, to support whatever you're training for.
Private studio near Crickhowell
A quiet, well-equipped space away from a crowded commercial gym floor.
Client story
"It has changed my life"
"I've been training with Mike for about three years and it has changed my life. I have always had problems with my weight and did no regular exercise. Since having Mike as my personal trainer I have completed marathons, sprint triathlons, assault courses and the Long Course, all the Ironman distance disciplines carried out on consecutive days. His easy-going, friendly personality creates a relaxed atmosphere which has helped develop my confidence. He makes each workout challenging, creative and, most importantly, fun."
Pam Bland, personal training clientFrequently asked
Personal training: common questions
Where do sessions take place?
At Mike's private studio at the Old Stable Blocks, Glan Usk Estate, Crickhowell, Powys, around five miles from Crickhowell and five miles from Brecon.
Do I need to be fit already?
No. Mike works with complete beginners through to experienced gym-goers, every programme starts from your current fitness level.
What's the difference between personal training and endurance coaching?
Personal training focuses on general fitness, strength, conditioning and fat loss. Endurance coaching is specifically for runners, cyclists and triathletes training towards an event. Many clients combine elements of both.
How do I book a session?
Get in touch via the contact page and Mike will arrange a short initial conversation before your first session.