Success Stories

Here are some samples of testimonials from our happy clients. Whilst everyone's specific goals, level of fitness, commitment and motivation is different, we hope that these testimonials help to inspire you with what is possible with the right trainer helping you along the way. 

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About 2 years a,go, as a very. unfit 42 year old I attended Bodyguards on the recommendation of a friend where I met Duncan Edwards.

Following an induction which indicated that I had almost no upper body strength at all !! I started a training program with Duncan to address general fitness, core strength and upper body strength.

I have for almost 15 years suffered from lower back pain. During my training and various discussions with Duncan it became clear that this pain was being caused by my very weak core along with both hamstring and glute muscle tightness. Within 3 months of starting at the gym my lower back pain had gone and through regular stretching exercises given by Duncan, I now no longer suffer from lower back pain. It is difficult to describe to someone who has not suffered from this type of pain how it can limit your life and how fantastic it is to no longer suffer. I only wish I had known 15 years ago what I know now.

As a very keen golfer I have been able to have a very specific training regime put together by Duncan to improve my balance, core stability and power. This has helped me lower my handicap from 12 to 7 in the 1st 18 months. (Please note I do not claim that Duncan alone made this happen but my improved fitness, balance and core power have certainly allowed me to make take my game to another level).

Prior to meeting Duncan I assumed that having a personal trainer was a bit of a "fashion statement" but through my personal experince I believe it is an investment in your health and general well being allowing your training to be tailored exactly to your needs and personal goals. I would not hesitate to recommend Duncan to anyone looking to work with a personal trainer.

Steve Roxborough

I have attended Bodyguards for the past three years during which time I have trained almost exclusively with Duncan Edwards. I train with Duncan two or three times per week. The traihlng week is divided into Cardio Vascular. Core Stability and Strength Training and Duncan manages to make the potentially arduous task of actually going to the gym into a pleasure rather than a chore.

I have suffered from lower back problems for several years during which time I have received chiropractic treatment, but with limited success, Since embarking on a core exercise programme with Duncan my back has shown significant improvement, I am now able to run several kilometres at a reasonable pace without the fear of a reoccurrence of my disc problems or Sciatica which had previously been disabling at times.

As a result of my newfound fitness (and more importantly, resilience to my longstanding back ailments) I have been able to resurrect an old pursuit; up until I encountered problems with my lower spine I was a keen member of the reserve forces and have recently re-enlisted as an RAF Regiment Gunner. This involves attending several fairly gruelling training courses. Duncan has reacted accordingly by designing a pre-military training programme which was course specific whilst assuring I didn't aggravate my back in the process. The results have been impressive at the age of 44 I was by far the fittest man out of a squadron of sixteen far younger men at a recent fitness assessment for the regiment.

Duncan's pragmatic approach to health issues, coupled with his wealth of sports science knowledge, enthusiasm and good humour make him the perfect choice for someone considering embarking on a personal training programme and I have no hesitation in recommending Duncan Edwards to anyone serious about not only getting fit. but more importantly, staying fit throughout life.

David King