Alpha fitness pt

Alpha fitness pt Alpha Fitness personal training & massage therapy

At Alpha Fitness we work with individuals on a close 1.2.1 PT basis finding training that works for you and suits your life structure, utilizing the most up to date scientifically proven training techniques and equipment available. Alpha fitness is built on the fundamentals that no two clients are ever the same, everyone reacts differently and everyone is an individual, so each client we train has

our full and undivided attention. This means we can design programs that take advantage of a person’s strengths and addresses their weaknesses, giving accurate nutritional advice and also tend to those aches and pains with our massage therapy unit.

Most people think of exercise as something purely physical… fat loss, muscle gain, getting fitter.But one of the most po...
18/04/2026

Most people think of exercise as something purely physical… fat loss, muscle gain, getting fitter.

But one of the most powerful benefits?

Protecting your brain as you age.
Research consistently shows that regular aerobic exercise can significantly reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. And it’s not just about “keeping busy” — it’s about physically changing the brain.

Cardio-based training increases blood flow, oxygen delivery, and stimulates the growth of new neural connections, particularly in areas like the hippocampus, which is responsible for memory and one of the first areas affected in Alzheimer’s.
In my experience working with older clients, this is where training becomes truly life-changing.
We don’t just train for strength or weight loss.
We train for longevity, independence, and quality of life.

Alongside this, resistance training plays a huge role too:

✔️ Improves bone density (reducing risk of osteoporosis)
✔️ Maintains muscle mass (preventing age-related muscle loss)
✔️ Improves balance and coordination (reducing fall risk)
✔️ Supports joint health and mobility

It’s not about training harder as you age…
It’s about training smarter.

Helping clients stay strong, sharp, and independent for as long as possible is the real goal.

Because ageing isn’t something we can stop —
but how we age? That’s something we can influence.



Client Mila 💪Mila has worked with me for four months, achieving a significant reduction in body fat while gaining streng...
17/04/2026

Client Mila 💪

Mila has worked with me for four months, achieving a significant reduction in body fat while gaining strength through a combination of strength training and functional sessions designed for fat loss and muscle gain.

She quit smoking six months ago and has adhered to the diet and training plans we set, even outside our sessions. A recent full-body health check confirmed she’s in her best shape since her teens.

As a coach, I couldn’t be more proud of her progress—her consistency, both in effort and attitude, exemplifies what’s possible with a committed approach.

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Thick boy season is in full gear right now.I don’t usually go into detail about my own training here. I prefer spotlight...
12/01/2026

Thick boy season is in full gear right now.

I don’t usually go into detail about my own training here. I prefer spotlighting my clients’ successes (always with their blessing, of course). But this one’s a bit different; it hits deeper than just a heavy pull.

Last year was a tough one. Honestly felt like we spent as much time in hospital as we did at home, and training had to take a bit of a back seat. I still showed up, still averaged around 3–4 sessions a week, but I wasn’t as locked in as usual.

Coming into 2026, my priorities have definitely grown, but at the heart of it all will always be my training. At 35, I’m making a conscious decision to evolve how I train. Bodybuilding is part of who I am, and that’s not changing. But I’m also leaning into a more functional style of training now—kind of like circling back to my younger days in the military.
It’s going to be fun, interesting, and no doubt a bit challenging to get back into that groove, but I’m looking forward to it. No wild or unrealistic goals—just aiming for a leaner, healthier, more streamlined version of myself this year.

Different chapter. Same work ethic. Same standards. Let’s build.

Clients performing a perfect Landmine Single-Arm Press — one of the best overhead pressing variations for real-world st...
20/11/2025

Clients performing a perfect
Landmine Single-Arm Press — one of the best overhead pressing variations for real-world strength and shoulder health.

This movement forces you to stabilise through the core, control the bar path, and press with power without putting unnecessary stress on the joints. It’s perfect for anyone who struggles with traditional overhead presses or wants to improve shoulder stability and mobility.

Key Technique Points:
🔹 Staggered stance for total-body stability
🔹 Core braced, ribs down
🔹 Press up and slightly forward, following the bar’s natural arc
🔹 Control the lowering phase — no dropping the elbow
🔹 Keep the shoulder packed and avoid shrugging

This is a great example of how strength training isn’t just about lifting heavy — it’s about learning how to move properly, safely, and efficiently. When you master the basics, everything else becomes easier.

Train smart. Move well. Build strength that lasts.

Barbell Back Squat with client Sam Step-by-Step TechniqueThe back squat is one of the best exercises for building lower...
19/11/2025

Barbell Back Squat with client Sam
Step-by-Step Technique

The back squat is one of the best exercises for building lower-body strength, muscle, and power. Here’s how to perform it correctly 👇

1️⃣ Set Up

Position the bar across your upper traps, not your neck.

Grip the bar just outside shoulder width and squeeze your shoulder blades together.

Step under the bar, stand tall, and lift it off the rack.

2️⃣ Foot Position

Step back and set your feet shoulder-width apart.

Toes should point slightly out (around 10–20°).

Keep your weight balanced across your whole foot.

3️⃣ Bracing

Take a deep breath in and brace your core like you’re about to take a punch.

Keep your chest up and spine neutral.

4️⃣ The Descent

Push your hips back first, then bend your knees.

Keep your knees tracking over your toes.

Control the movement—don’t drop fast.

5️⃣ The Ascent

Drive up through your heels.

Keep your chest up and core tight.

Exhale as you push back to standing.

6️⃣ Key Tips
✅ Heels down at all times
✅ Avoid rounding your lower back
✅ Control every rep
✅ Focus on depth—hips below parallel if mobility allows

17/10/2025

Alpha Functional Force – Part 2


When strength meets purpose — results follow.

This session doesn’t stop at sweat; it’s built to push limits and condition both body and mind.

From sled rope pulls and sledgehammer tyre slams to 100kg deadlifts, every rep builds functional power for life and sport.

Progress isn’t built in comfort — it’s built right here 💪
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Here’s JB 4 weeks ago performing a chest-supported row on the Primal machine 💪This piece of kit is designed to complete...
17/10/2025

Here’s JB 4 weeks ago performing a chest-supported row on the Primal machine 💪

This piece of kit is designed to completely eliminate momentum, forcing the back muscles — lats, rhomboids, and rear delts — to do all the work. Keeping the chest locked against the pad as much as possible, allows for a deep stretch and powerful contraction through the full range. But remember folks as fancy as this piece of kit is there's nothing you can't do with just a set of dumbbells 👌

Progression here isn’t just about stacking on more plates.

It’s about improving control, range, and intent — mastering tempo, squeezing harder at the top, keeping tension where it belongs, and moving better every week.

Quality reps > heavy reps every time 🔥

16/10/2025

Alpha Functional Force – Part 1”

Power. Precision. Purpose.

This isn’t your standard gym session — this is functional performance training.

From battle ropes to tractor tyre flips and burpees, every movement here builds real-world strength, endurance, and grit.

Training the body to move as one unit — powerful, explosive, efficient.

Welcome to the grind 🔥

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After grinding through his cut earlier this year, jumped in for a spontaneous shoot 📸💥 Now the mission has shifted — st...
02/10/2025

After grinding through his cut earlier this year, jumped in for a spontaneous shoot 📸💥 Now the mission has shifted — strength and size are the main priorities. IT'S BULKING SESSION



Everyone wants instant results these days.But the truth is, fitness doesn’t work like Amazon Prime — you can’t just orde...
02/10/2025

Everyone wants instant results these days.
But the truth is, fitness doesn’t work like Amazon Prime — you can’t just order abs and get them delivered tomorrow.

If you’re not ready to enjoy the process, show up on the days you can’t be bothered, and choose your long-term goals over nights out or constant junk food… then this lifestyle isn’t for you.

Results don’t come from quick fixes — they come from consistency, patience, and sacrifice. The question is: what do you really want more?

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