I signed up for one-to-one personal training sessions initially because I wanted to get strong enough to lift my kids up. I chose James because I wanted a coach who was qualified enough to show me the proper form. I had been to gyms in the past but whenever I tried the main lifts, e.g. deadlifts and squats, I would get injured. James has patiently built me up, not only teaching me the right form to lift properly and reduce the risk of injury, but also teaching me what stretches and warm ups to do to improve my mobility. Using his knowledge of biomechanics, James periodically carries out a series of tests which he uses to determine any imbalances in my body, e.g. in the shoulders and hips. These imbalances, left unchecked, cause me pain during some lifts and have been the reason for injuries in the past. This intelligent approach has allowed me to get stronger and more phyically active. James comes up with solutions to physical problems that are holding you back, that you just wouldn't think of, and which sets James apart from any other personal trainer. James also writes programs tailored to my needs and changes them often to keep me motivated. Each programs is intelligently designed to improve strength in the right areas. He has helped me make changes which have improved my quality of life and I would recommend James to anyone who experiences any pain or injuries while lifting or during everyday life. I would also recommend him to everyone who is serious about becoming the best version of themselves and setting good habits for later in life.