Strength and Conditioning
1:1 Personal Training and Small Group Classes in The Heart of Exeter
Why Strength & Conditioning?
Building a Strong Foundation for Life
Strength training is more than just lifting weights – it’s a cornerstone of long-term health, vitality, and resilience and plays a critical role in preventing injuries, managing chronic conditions, and improving overall quality of life.
We understand the main barriers to strength training: time, motivation, and competing life commitments. Did you know only 1 in 7 people with a gym membership actively attend, and most go just 1–2 times per week?
Train smarter, not harder
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The Power of 60 Minutes of Strength Training per Week
Just one hour of strength training weekly delivers significant health benefits:
- Reduces Risk of Disease: Lowers risk of premature death, heart disease, and cancer by 10-20%.
- Improves Metabolism: Enhances insulin sensitivity, supports weight management, and boosts resting metabolism.
- Protects Bones and Muscles: Slows muscle loss, increases bone density, and reduces osteoporosis risk.
- Prevents Falls: Improves balance and strength, lowering fall risk by up to 40%.
- Supports Mental Health: Reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety and improves cognitive function.
Who benefits most from strength training?
Athletes
It doesn’t matter how specific your sport is, everyone should be incorporating some time to a strength programme. Even in sports like running that primarily rely on endurance, strength training offers a variety of performance and injury prevention benefits. So, whatever your chosen sport, you will see a significant improvement by incorporating strength into your programme.
Pre-Rehabilitation & Injury Prevention
Incorporating resistance training into your routine can significantly reduce the risk of injury by strengthening muscles, improving joint stability, and enhancing balance. Pre-rehabilitation focuses on building resilience before issues arise, helping to prevent common conditions such as back pain, joint problems and addressing imbalances.
Strength Training for Women
Women lose approximately 3-8% of muscle mass per decade after the age of 30, and this rate can double after menopause. Muscle loss contributes to reduced strength, mobility, and an increased risk of falls and fractures. Strength training can counteract these effects by improving bone density, enhancing muscle mass, and boosting metabolic health.
Older Adults
Falls are a leading cause of injury among older populations. Research shows that:
• 1 in 3 adults aged 65+ experiences a fall each year, and many suffer life-altering injuries as a result.
• Strength training can reduce the risk of falls by up to 40% by improving balance, coordination, and lower-body strength.
Small Group Strength & Conditioning Classes
A Small Group, A Big Impact!
Small Group Strength & Conditioning Classes
Boost Your Motivation
Training in a group setting inspires everyone – whether you’re just starting out or an experienced gym-goer. The energy, encouragement, and shared goals of the group create a positive momentum that keeps you motivated and engaged.
Built-In Accountability
Consistency is key to achieving results. With small group training, you’ll find a supportive community to keep you on track, ensuring you never feel alone in your fitness journey.
Mutual Support for All Abilities
Our groups are designed to foster collaboration and camaraderie. Regardless of where you are in your fitness journey, you’ll be part of a team that celebrates progress, supports challenges, and grows stronger together. Everyone brings something unique to the group. You’ll bond over shared challenges, celebrate victories together, and learn from each other’s experiences – making training enjoyable and fulfilling for all.
Affordable Coaching Without Compromise
Experience the benefits of professional coaching in a small group setting, tailored to your individual needs, at a reduced cost compared to 1:1 sessions. So you can enjoy expert guidance without breaking the bank.
Next class starting 3rd January 2025!
About Sam
After leaving the Army 13 years ago, Sam pursued qualifications as a fitness instructor and then as a personal trainer. He immediately established his own business as a mobile personal trainer and gained further experience working as a Personal Trainer within the Met Office, coaching functional fitness and bootcamps. Later, Sam ran his own gym and studio just outside his hometown of Crediton.
Over the years, Sam has accumulated thousands of hours of in-person coaching experience, training clients from diverse backgrounds and abilities to achieve their personal goals. Recently, he transitioned to online coaching, offering courses and books to reach a wider audience and help more people. This flexibility allowed him to travel the world. Now back in Devon, Sam is eager to return to the gym floor and work face-to-face with clients once again.
Physical training is a cornerstone of Sam’s life, supporting both physical and mental well-being. He is passionate about helping others use exercise as a tool to enhance their lives, advocating for greater activity to improve overall health. Outside of the gym, Sam enjoys freediving, spearfishing on the South Coast of Devon or Cornwall, and hiking across Dartmoor’s rugged tors.
Book a free, 1:1 no-obligation consultation with Sam.
