UP Strength, Derby Road, Chesterfield (2026)

02/02/2026

“I’m terrified of hurting my back.”

If we had a pound for every time a new client said those exact words during an assessment, we’d have multiple UP Strength studios by now.

The amount of people who come to us at UP Strength completely paralysed by the fear of lifting is staggering.

They’ve been told by “experts,” the internet, or well-meaning friends that weight training is a one-way ticket to a slipped disc.

They’ve been sold a lie that’s keeping them fragile.
Here is the truth we show them on Day 1:

❌ Rest doesn’t “save” your spine; it weakens the structures meant to support it.

❌ Avoiding the gym doesn’t protect your back; it leaves it vulnerable to the smallest everyday movements.

At UP Strength, we don’t just “lift things UP and put them down.”
We rebuild your foundation:

✅ Controlled Loading: We teach your discs to hydrate and your tissues to toughen UP.

✅ Bulletproof Form: We build the muscular “armour” that makes your spine feel secure.

✅ Mental Shift: We take you from “I can’t bend over” to “How much can I deadlift?”

The human body is the only machine that breaks down if it isn’t used.
Your spine is not a glass tower; it is a high-performance crane. It was designed to move, designed to carry, and designed to adapt.

If you’re one of those people who has been living in fear, avoiding the weights because you’re worried about your “bad back”...

It’s time to stop avoiding and start evolving.

Stop protecting your weakness and start building your strength. 🛡️🦾

28/01/2026

Don’t settle for generic. Own your training. 📈⁣
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Since 2019, we’ve been Derbyshire’s leading provider because we prioritise the individual.⁣
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Our platform isn’t about “random acts of exercise”—it’s about custom-built programs delivered by a real UP Strength personal trainer who holds you to a higher standard.⁣
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No generic workouts. 🎯⁣
Real accountability. ⚡️⁣
Direct coach access. 📱⁣
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Stop guessing and start executing. This isn’t a library of random videos; it’s a direct line to elite personal training. ⁣
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Your program, your progress, your coach.⁣
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This Isn’t a Fitness App. It’s Personal Training.⁣
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The standard has been set. DM to join the UP Strength Army. 🏆🦾⁣
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26/01/2026

Health isn’t a trophy you win; it’s the power you build. 💪🔥

It’s not about crossing a finish line—it’s about how you show UP to the starting line every single morning. It’s the discipline to keep going when the hype fades and the grit to choose your future self over your current craving.

You don’t “get” healthy. You live powerful.

Ready to stop chasing goals and start living the standard? ⚡️

If you’re done with the “on-and-off” cycle and want to make fitness a permanent part of your life—DM us. We’ll help you build the routine that sticks. 🚀

22/01/2026

Karen!!! We’re sooo sorry! Our final client of the month post for 2025 never got posted!!!

Here’s your moment to shine!!! 🎉

🌟 CLIENT OF THE MONTH – DECEMBER 🌟
Meet Karen, our December Client of the Month 💪💙

When Karen found out she’d won, she was absolutely thrilled.

I showed her what usually happens when clients receive this award — the photo, the shout-out, and of course the free UP Strength t-shirt.

Karen smiled… then very politely said: “I don’t really like those Nike dri-fit tops… would it be alright if I brought my own blue (her fav colour) t-shirt and you put the logo on that instead?”

Now, I won’t lie—this went completely against our brand guidelines! 😅 We had to adapt the logo and tweak the printing just to make it work. But Karen wanted it, and more importantly, Karen deserved it.

Karen shows up. Karen works hard. Karen gives 100% every single session.

When she first walked into UP Strength, Karen struggled to step up onto a single block. Fast forward to today:

She’s confidently conquering the double step. 

She’s progressed from wall press-ups to power-packed kneeling press-ups. 

She’s tripled her lifting capacity, moving from 1kg to 3kg with ease. 

At 86 years young, Karen is the ultimate proof that strength isn’t about the date on your birth certificate—it’s about belief and consistency.

This award isn’t just about the numbers in the gym. It’s about independence.
It’s about confidence. It’s about proving that you are capable of far more than you ever imagined.

Karen, you are an inspiration to the entire UP Strength community.

Thank you for reminding us exactly why we do what we do.

Congratulations, Karen — Our December Client of the Month! 💪💙

   

20/01/2026

Growing older doesn’t have to mean slowing down.

While aging is inevitable, the loss of your strength, freedom, and mobility is entirely a choice. Movement acts as a brake on aging; strength is the accelerator for youth. A stationary life is what truly rusts the gears.

Society tells us that getting older is a one-way street toward stiffness, aches, and “throwing in the towel.”

That isn’t a symptom of your age—it’s a symptom of your lifestyle.

✅ Time passes for everyone, but physical decay is a choice.
✅ Building muscle is the ultimate armor for your joints and spine.
✅ Most “old-age aches” are actually just years of physical neglect.

You aren’t “past your prime.” You’re simply under-stimulated.

When you challenge your body with load and movement, you don’t just endure the years—you master them.

Independence isn’t stolen by the calendar. It’s surrendered through lack of use.
The discipline you show today determines the freedom you enjoy tomorrow.

Keep moving. Stay strong. Remain capable.

Your future self is depending on the strength you build today. If you want a structured plan to protect your joints and stay independent for decades to come, let’s talk.

📩 Reply “START” to this message and let’s get a plan of action in place for your 2026.

15/01/2026

What you do daily defines you. ✨

We all have big goals for 2026.

But big goals aren’t reached by big, heroic acts once a week. They are reached by the tiny, boring habits you repeat every single day.

At UP Strength, we don’t look for “perfection.” we look for momentum.

👉 Is your water bottle full?

👉 Are you hitting your step count?

👉 Are you showing UP for your sessions?

Your daily habits are screaming louder than any New Year’s resolution ever could.

If you don’t like what they’re saying, it’s time to change the script.

Small wins. Every day. That’s how we win the long game. 👊

14/01/2026

NO EGOS. NO CROWDS. NO PRESSURE. 🚫

This January, you deserve a fresh start that actually feels good.

If the thought of stepping into a packed, intimidating gym environment in the dark days of winter fills you with dread, we have the solution.

At UP Strength, we’ve intentionally stripped away every failure point:

NO EGOS: Just two people focused on one goal: Your transformation.

NO CROWDS: 100% private, focused training. The studio is yours.

NO PRESSURE: We meet you exactly where you are and build momentum step-by-step.

We don’t believe true strength is built under the glare of judgment. It’s built in a sanctuary of focus and consistency.

Imagine: Starting your year in a comfortable, dedicated space where every session is customised for your body, your goals, and your pace.

This is the year you stop feeling self-conscious and start feeling powerful.

Ready for a transformation that is focused, effective, and actually enjoyable?

➡️ Secure your January 1-1 package now. Spots are extremely limited!

12/01/2026

From Dread to Inspired: This is the UP Strength Mindset Shift.

“Before joining UP Strength, I genuinely dreaded working out. Alfie completely changed that narrative. It’s not just his incredible knowledge; it’s the energy and genuine fun he brings to every single session.”

We believe training should transform more than just your body—it should transform your mindset.

Our goal is to make you want to show UP, so you leave every session feeling stronger, happier, and genuinely inspired to tackle the rest of the week.

If you want amazing results without sacrificing the enjoyment of life, UP Strength is the only place to be.

Is it time to start loving your workouts? DM us to learn more!

06/01/2026

Derbyshire’s leading personal training provider since 2019…⁣
✋ STOP THE FITNESS FRUSTRATION. This Is Where The Search Ends. ⁣
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How many times have you started a plan only to give up two months later? ⁣
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If you’re tired of generic workouts and endless false starts, it’s time to stop looking for solutions and start your transformation with UP Strength. ⁣
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We don’t just promise results—we guarantee the method. It’s why our clients smash their goals and sustain their success. No other ‘fitness solution’ comes close. ⁣
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What makes us different? We eliminate every failure point:⁣
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1. THE DEDICATED TRAINING SANCTUARY⁣
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Forget the intimidating, crowded gyms. We provide a 100% private, focused training environment where you are the priority. This is your exclusive space to shed distractions, build confidence, and perform at your absolute best. (Your focus is our only distraction.) ⁣
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2. PROVEN, FAIL-PROOF ACCOUNTABILITY⁣
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We don’t just give you a workout sheet. We bring the ‘PERSONAL’ back into Personal Training. We are tracking, teaching, and pushing you daily, eliminating the space for excuses. We hold the line so you never have to guess if you’re doing enough. (We build habits so strong, you become unstoppable.)⁣
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3. THE PROGRAMMING THAT NEVER PLATEAUS⁣
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Our method is tailored, strategic, and constantly adapting. We don’t use general programming; we use science to ensure that once you start seeing results, you never stop progressing.⁣
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You have the potential. We have the plan.⁣
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Ready to join the thousands who have transformed their lives?⁣
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Send us a direct message to receive information about our life-changing programs and discover why, with UP Strength, failure is simply not an option.⁣
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28/12/2025

UP STRENGTH END OF YEAR AWARDS - 2025 ⁣
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CELEBRATING THE EXTRAORDINARY 🏆⁣
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This isn’t just about who lifted the heaviest weight or who lost the most inches.⁣
We celebrate the discipline, the resilience, and the community that has turned this studio into something far more than just personal training. ⁣
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2025 has been a year of absolute giants.⁣
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We’ve watched people walk through our doors full of doubt and walk out full of power. We’ve seen lives literally transform before our eyes—from “I can’t” to “Watch me.”⁣
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A massive shout-out to our 2025 Class of Champions, including:⁣
Transformation of the Year, The Beacon of Inspiration, The Human Espresso Shot and The Swearing Award plus much more. ⁣
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To every single one of you who stepped into the arena this year: You are the reason UP Strength exists. You provide the fire; We provide the blueprint.⁣
⁣..The certificates are ready. The results are in. Let’s celebrate the people who made 2025 unforgettable. ⁣
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19/12/2025

Six months ago, a man walked toward our studio doors and almost turned around. He was nervous. He was hesitant. He was a guy who felt completely out of place in a gym environment.

But he took the first step.

Slide 1: You might remember this photo. 12 weeks in, he had lost 14kg.
We celebrated it, he held the weight, and we crossed it out.
He’d achieved what he thought was impossible.

Slide 2: Keep scrolling. Because that was just the beginning.
Today, he isn’t holding 14kg anymore.

He’s holding 28KG!!!

That is the equivalent of carrying around two massive suitcases, or a heavy-duty bag of cement, every single second of every day. And he has officially put that weight down forever.

28kg GONE. 62lbs of pressure off his joints.
A lifetime of health gained back.

This isn’t just a “diet” success story. This is a story of complete lifestyle mastery.

He didn’t just show UP for his weekly 1-1 session with me; he took his goals home. He showed UP 4 times a week, every single week, following his custom program on the UP Strength personal training app. He stayed consistent when it was hard. He logged the reps when no one was watching.

The man who was once scared to step foot in the studio is now the man who bounces through the doors. He is stronger. He is fitter. But most importantly?

He is finally the version of himself he deserves to be.

He didn’t find a “quick fix.” He found a new life.

Drop a “🔥” in the comments to celebrate this absolute legend.

This is what happens when you stop wishing and start doing.

READY TO START YOUR OWN STORY?

I know exactly how he felt six months ago. I know there are many of you reading this right now who want to change, but that “first-day fear” is holding you back.
You don’t have to be fit to start. You just have to be willing to take that first step, just like he did.

Whether it’s 1-1 personal training in the studio or following our expert-led tailor made programs on the app, we have the blueprint to get you there.

Stop waiting for “Monday” or the “New Year.”

If you’re ready to drop the weight you’ve been carrying—physically and mentally—message us the word “START”.

11/12/2025

The Only Report Card That Matters is Here!

Your 2025 Wrap-UP: Warning: If the shoe fits, wear it...

We tracked the PB’s, the progress, and yes... the protein shakes.

Get ready for the hilarious truth about how you absolutely smashed 2025.

Which stat are you most guilty of? 😂

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