Writing a testimonial to somebody for making such a positive change to my physical appearance and, perhaps more importantly about the positive attitude I now have toward my body seems strange as it feels like showing off and saying “look at me” which is something I have never done.

However, since starting my training programme with Body Solutions my positive mental attitude towards my body has significantly increased and with it has come heightened self awareness and improved self confidence.

People have always considered me to be a confident person and that is the image I have displayed for many years. I am confident in most aspects of my life but the one area I was not confident in was how I looked.

From being a “bonny” baby and taller and heavier than most throughout my junior school years, I stopped growing at about 14 and developed into a relatively skinny youth. I tried a number of ways to build up my body and develop a body shape I was proud of; from Charles Atlas type training to joining various gyms and leaving after a few months of no progress.

I made up for the lack of physical bulk by becoming a good swimmer and squash player, but still wanted to look better, basically to look as fit as I felt.

When I turned 50 I started to consider myself as lucky not to be putting weight on but was getting worried about overall fitness and so joined another gym; but not for long.

Then, I started my programme at Body Solutions and learned so much more about my body in terms of fuel, exercise and rest. Since then, my whole attitude towards my body has changed, the advice and guidance I have been given by Dave Watkinson has been fabulous. The thoroughness and professionalism shown by your personal training team is expemplary; from initial and regular consultations on progress toward my personal fitness goals to developing a training programme that is perfect for me and ensuring I am eating the right things at the right times to build where I want to build and not gain where I don’t want to, Dave is doing a fabulous job.

For the first time in my life I ma actually proud of my upper body and stomach; what’s more, my wife is very pleased too, she says that at 52 I now have the body she wanted me to have at 25!

Body Solutions has truly changed my life and I look forward to my weekly sessions and also use the home training sheets Dave wrote specifically for me when I can’t get into the gym. Thank you!

John Curwen, Bebington, Business Owner

   Well, what can i say? I have enjoyed every minute of my training but that isn't just what it was all about. You helped me to focus on what i want to do and where i want to be in my life. I can't quite believe that i can run!! Or that i have netered on event, let alone three. When i have done them at east i can set some goals for next year and beat my times. You have been an inspiration, quietly encouraging, grading me when i needed it and always challenging. I know that i will continue to lose weight gradually, continue to train and continue to sing the praises of 'Body Solutions'. A very big thankyou to everyone, but especially to you, Simon.

I first came to Body Solutions in July 2006 partly on the back of personal research, partly by recommendation of a work colleague. I’d been a member of a gym for years and was pretty active although I did feel that I’d benefit from one-on-one training. When I first joined BS, I’d just lost some weight and wanted to bulk and tone up. They really help keep me motivated when the going gets tough, which is pretty often! I travel 30 miles each way from home to go to BS and it’s well worth it. I get a real sense of achievement from pushing myself in every session and it also helps me pursue my goals more effectively in my local gym. I’ve made real progress over the last year and would recommend BS to anyone serious about wanting to increase their fitness levels and achieve genuine personal training results.  

Carl Cross, Stockbroker, Widnes

Over the years I have stayed reasonably fit, or so I thought! I have drifted from gym to gym, personal trainers have come and gone and my commitment to the discipline of regular exercise has often waned. That all changed in March ’08… Body Solutions trainers are first class – they push harder than I would have pushed myself, but always do it with a great sense of fun and inspiration. Training has become part of the routine of my life now – and just like any other meeting I have to attend twice a week, I turn up! Thanks guys, looking forward to 2009!

Two years of fun and fitness at Body Solutions, Wirral, that have improved my appearance and well being.

I have recommended B.S. to many friends (many are senior citizens!) I will continue to recommend Body Solutions.

I love training at Body Solutions, Merseyside, I have enjoyed getting fit and achieving new personal training results. Simon has worked so hard in finding what works for me and has made me exceed my own expectations. I now feel Paula M-J is back in the land of the living!

Absolutely first rate training and service.

I recommend Body Solutions because of their thorough and professional approach to fitness. They provide an individually tailored programme and it works!  

Alison Black, West Kirby

Many thanks to Jill and her rehab skills. Having endured 5 knee operations over the years, some with complications, I am so grateful for the work Jill is doing with me and for me, by way of planning detailed programmes. I can honestly say it is the best rehab I have had! Not only is it very specific, it is challenging and, more especially, it is giving me back my self-confidence. I cannot recommend her highly enough! She is showing me that overall body fitness is vital even when focussing on specific areas. But do not ask for her if you are concerned about how you look because once she has tied that band round your knees and insisted that you turn your toes up inside your trainers, looks are the last thing on your mind! Thanks to all at Body Solutions, Merseyside.  

Micheline Johnson, Birkenhead

I am very happy with the service I receive at Body Solutions, I feel the trainers know I want to work hard and be pushed, they do this which means I work harder than I would any other time. Everyone is very friendly and helpful and I always feel satisfied I have worked hard when I leave.  

Melanie Foster, Caldy

I’ve just had the most rewarding day in my career to date, and you’re a key reason for that. Thank you. As you know, I am an international speaker and corporate trainer. And I’m very lucky to have had many incredibly rewarding days in my career so far. For instance, the day one of my clients said I’d taught him more about effective presenting than a lady who’d taught two American Presidents. Or the day I heard another of my clients – a large bank - had won 18 sales pitches out of 18 since I’d trained them. But, last week, something even more personally rewarding happened: I was the main speaker at the European Directors Conference of an international organisation. And, after my four hour slot, I got two standing ovations from the audience, comprising delegates from twelve different countries. Afterwards, I was told many times that my energy, body language, posture and vocal clarity were better than any time they’d seen me speak before. And this is of course where you were such an invaluable help. Your personal training taught me things I’d never heard of before (and, believe me, I’d been looking!). For the first time in 36 years, I understood what exercise someone with my physique should do, and – crucially – completely understood the mindset needed for me to do so in this new way. As you know, I came to you mainly because I wanted to lose weight – and 4½ stone in three months shows this stuff you do really works! – but I was always dubious you could help (after all, as an overweight person, having some thin person telling you what to do can result in feelings of “well, it’s OK for you”!). But to help me shift this weight, give me more presence as a speaker and to help me get the greatest reception I’ve ever had from an audience is such a fantastic thing to give someone. Thank you. I absolutely cannot think of anyone who won’t benefit from spending some time with you. Whatever their current weight, health, career, personal situation.  

Andy Bounds, Professional Speaker, West Kirby

Having access to a personal training studio and personal trainers is the difference between having goals and achieving your goals!  

Paul Lewis, Solicitor, Hoylake

It may sound like a cliché to say that training at Body Solutions has changed my life, but it really is true. I started to feel fitter after the first week, and people at work started to notice I was looking slimmer and fitter within the first two months of training three times a week. I enjoy training with all of the trainers, who quickly became friends. All of the thinking and planning is done for you, all that is left to do is to do what you are told. Although this is physically hard work, it is made as easy as possible, and enjoyable too (OK, after you’ve finished!). Believe me, you will never get bored of people telling you how well you look, even if you hear it every week!  

Richard Stephenson, Consultant, West Kirby

I joined Body Solutions, Wirral, on the recommendation of friends of mine and have found it to be highly beneficial. Originally I wanted to improve my fitness for a back-packing trip in New Zealand, but now I have continued to keep my fitness level up. If I hadn’t done the training with Body Solutions before the trip to help my upper body weight, I would have suffered. As it was, I coped well with the heavy back-pack weight and had a very enjoyable trek. I would like to recommend Body Solutions to other people. It is an intensive workout at times, being on a one to one basis, but most definitely worth it.  

Nicci Davies, Wallasey

I found Body Solutions because I was searching for someone who could help me with my running as I was training for a half-Ironman race. Tim's name jumped out as he had first-hand Ironman experience so I decided that he would be best to help me - and I wasn't wrong. The help and support that I have received from Tim has been first class. He showed me how to train properly, pushed me further and harder than I would have done myself and also advised on nutrition and other aspects of training for long distance races. All of this hard work paid off when I crossed the finish line in my first Ironman race. Not sure who was more pleased, Tim or me!! I now have my second Ironman race in my sights and hopefully with Tims help again I will achieve my goals. I am so glad that I found Body Solutions as it's the ideal place to train and everyone is very friendly and are always there to help and advise.

- Jane Roberts, Ironman, Greasby