LESSONS FOR LIFE

01 Understand The Logic

‘I was always asking my PT,

“Why am I doing this?” I understand what makes a good workout now – the main lifts, the accessories, how to build my week – and so I feel confident when I walk into the gym.’

02

Work Out From Home

‘Don’t rely too heavily on the gym. Working with a coach was great when I did my transformation, but with a busy job and two children, I need to be able to fit in sessions

as and when I can.’

03

Nail The Basics

‘Learn how to do the basic moves well. In the long run,

being able to deadlift a moderate weight without crippling yourself will be more useful to you than lifting much heavier with

questionable form.’

04 Mobility Matters

‘I start most of my home workouts with some shoulder-openers using a broomstick and the “world’s greatest stretch”. It makes far more of a difference than you might think.’

05

Ditch The Guilt

‘Guilt isn’t a good motivator. It might work in the short term, but focusing on how training makes you feel day-to-day will sustain you

when motivation is low.’