Testimonials

Jill Lawrence: Within 2 months of attending twice a week, I had dropped a dress size and lost over a stone in weight!"

"I came to Catalyst to lose weight, avoid buying larger size clothes and to improve my fitness. Gen helped me to focus my goals - she worked at a pace that kept me motivated and took account of the way I needed to learn about how to do the exercises.

Within two months of attending twice a week, I saw a huge difference - I had dropped a dress size and lost over a stone in weight (4" of my hips, 2" of my waist!!) I would never have managed this on my own, knowing I would have probably given up and so having that constant encouragement and the push to achieve more has helped me feel great about what I have achieved.

It is a fun, friendly and professional environment - I definitely felt in safe, knowledgeable hands. Absolutely brilliant!!"

Mukta Bhattacharya: "Gen is the most encouraging, funny and enthusiastic trainer and I can honestly say that she is also now a friend"

Keith Diaper: "I used to be 17 stone and never thought I'd be able to do anything like this bike ride"

"I’ve been trained by Gen from Catalyst PT for about 9 months now. I’m in training for a cycle ride around England later this year.

Gen has helped me to set my goals and guides me down the correct path for my chosen sport, making sure I peak at the correct time. She and James are both very professional and hard working people.

When you train with Catalyst you are not just another client, you are a friend and that’s what makes the difference. I highly recommend Catalyst for all your fitness needs.

Keith Diaper
Electrician, Hedge End

Keith successfully completed the 2009 Premiership Cycle Ride, covering 34 stadiums in 12 days.

He says:
"Thank you for training me Gen, what you have done for me really means a lot. I used to be 17 stone 7lbs and never thought I'd be able to do anything like this bike ride. I know I wasn't that big by the time I met you but without all those silly looking exercises you had me doing, I'm sure I would have never made it half way round, let alone still be able to walk the very next day! You're a great trainer and friend."

Gemma Thresher: "I'm re-learning it's not all about weight loss and have noticed a huge reduction in my waist and hip measurements"

"I had lost around seven and a half stones and had a further two and a half to lose. I hit a plateau, so six month before my wedding I began training with James. I chose James because he seemed very professional and whilst he worked his clients very hard, they also all had a smile on their faces.

Without a doubt James played a massive part in helping me to lose the last bit of weight and tone up to a level where I felt fantastic. He also managed to put up with me and all my wedding stresses and worries during all the wedding planning!

I am now back training with James after nearly a two year break. I needed a kick in the butt to get me motivated about health and fitness again and needless to say James was up to the job. I wasn't made to feel like a failure because I needed help again but more like an old friend being welcomed back.

Just five weeks into training with James again I have not only lost over half a stone but I feel so much better about myself. I'm re-learning it's not all about weight loss and have noticed a huge reduction in my waist and hip measurements. Our training sessions whizz by not seeming like an hour at all. Every session is different and ranges from treadmill to boxing and I find myself enjoying it all. As someone who used to hate the gym and exercise that's quite a big deal for me.

Thanks James for getting me back on the right track!
Gemma Thresher, Southampton

Kirsty Grieve: "not one blister or sore knee throughout my walk"

"I contacted Gen at Catalyst after signing up for a charity trek on the Great Wall of China. My personal fitness level was at an ok level as I run outside regularly, but I soon discovered that wasn’t enough in preparing myself for all those steps!

Gen taught me loads about my posture and how that plays a really important part in this kind of physical challenge. During my many one-to-one sessions with Gen she gave me loads of tips and even when I was thousands of miles away I had her voice in my head telling me to remember my ‘core’!

Gen was really friendly and the personal exercise plan proved really important as I didn’t even have one blister or a sore knee throughout my walk. Thank you Gen!"

Kirsty Grieve, Heart Breakfast Show Producer

Philomena Fearn: "After the first few sessions Gen had already sorted my neck problems (no more hunching) and knee clicks that I never even noticed before!"

Carolyn Kimber: "after six months of rehabilitation training with James I have become a totally different person"

Kay Bryan: "I feel generally healthier and my flexibility has increased. I have also ‘got a waist’ again and can even touch my toes!"

Ruth Alnassar: "I can't believe how quick the hour goes! I am so glad to be back in regular exercise"

Pete Bunting: "My friends have really noticed the difference"

Nadine Rendall: "Gen takes the time to understand exactly what your goals are and provides the expertise to take you far beyond them"

"My lifestyle is active – cycling, long distance walking, swimming and riding. However, with the top of Mt Kilimanjaro in mind, I called on Gen to help target my training and keep me inspired.

Gen is passionate about fitness and it shows through the energy and enthusiasm she brings to every session. Her easy going, friendly personality creates a relaxed atmosphere, while her innovative ideas both challenge and focus you.

I never know what to expect from one session to the next, which keeps them varied and interesting - each visit leaves me in high spirits for the rest of the day! Gen willingly provides valuable advice on nutrition, lifestyle habits and motivation. She takes the time to understand exactly what your goals are and provides the expertise to take you far beyond them.

The lofty goal of ascending Mt Kilimanjaro is now well within my sights, thanks to the dedication, interest, knowledge and support of this ‘super woman’! I have no hesitation in recommending Gen as a personal trainer - she is great fun and delivers RESULTS!

Nadine Rendall
Vet, Locks Heath

Nadine successfully reached the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro, raising £2719.00 and counting for the WSPA animal welfare charity in the process. Well done!

Maxine Kirk: "I now happen to feel so much better about myself"

Cath Davies: " it’s made a noticeable and 'real' difference"

Hannah Dudley: "I have seen results quicker and enhanced from any previous methods used in the past"

James Holmes: "I look forward to my sessions at the gym now (something I never used to do, it always seemed like a bit of a drag!)"

Lisa Goddard: "I have steadily continued to lose weight and tone up, basically achieving both my goals"