ABOUT
I’m Melissa... coach, mum, and lifelong lover of lifting.
My love for health and fitness started when I was young. As a teenager, I was inspired by Linda Hamilton in Terminator 2 and started lifting weights at 14. That early passion never left me, and I’ve been fortunate to turn it into a career.
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After working in science journalism and raising my two boys, I retrained as a CrossFit Level 1 coach, Olympic Weightlifting Level 1 coach, and Level 3 Personal Trainer. I work with women over 40 who are navigating the changes that come with peri-menopause and menopause. I know how hard it can be to feel like you're doing everything "right" - endless cardio, back-to-back classes - and still not see results. That’s why I focus on realistic, sustainable strength and nutrition coaching that actually works.
​I train clients both online and from my home studio in Buckinghamshire, where I run strength, bodybuilding and full body blast classes (HIIT and circuits), as well as 1-to-1 personal training. Every client I work with gets an individual approach , because no two people are the same. Whether you’re brand new to weights or chasing your next PB, I’ll meet you where you are.
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Being honest and upfront is at the heart of how I work. I won’t promise overnight results, but I will be there to guide, support and push you - and celebrate every win along the way.