UK Fitness Personal Training

18/08/2025

Following an extensive literature review, the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) has developed an official position on nutritional and weight cut strategies for combat sports. The type of combat sport, length of the fight camp, and time between weigh-in and competition are factors influencing nutritional and weight cut strategies.

The above slides contain a summary of some key aspects of weight cut from the literature review.

Phases of combat sports are generally separated into three distinct phases: “Off camp” or general preparation, “fight camp” and “fight week”/post weigh-in.

In the above, there is a general breakdown of some of the key elements from each phase.

If you would like to read th full Literature Review.

• International society of sports nutrition position stand: nutrition and weight cut strategies for mixed martial arts and other combat sports.

Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition . Volume 22, 2025 - Issue 1. Article: 2467909 | Received 28 Jan 2025, Accepted 04 Feb 2025, Published online: 09 Mar 2025.

10/07/2025

27/05/2025

Aberdeen Combat centre will hold an
MMA interclub this Saturday (31st May).

This will be open to both adults and kids. The interclub will
start at 12 pm for adults and 11am for kids

Interclubs are a perfect way for new and novice fighters to
gain invaluable experience in a relaxed and friendly
atmosphere. They are also great for experienced/active
fighters to sharpen up skills.

With safety being of the utmost importance, it ensures that all entrants get the best possible experience, with the aim of
helping develop their skill set in a 'live' situation.

All bouts will be closed observed and controlled on
aggression, no dangerous techniques will be allowed.

This is a controlled contract interclub based on skill, not power.

Boxing and K1 bouts are also available for those interested.

Each match will be videoed available on request

If you would like to participate, please message with your name, gym, age, experience, and walk around weight.

05/05/2025

Just completed Precision Nutrition Advanced Certificate in Nutrition Coaching for Athletes. This certificate program provides specialized training in sports nutrition, including how to create personalized programs, solve common issues, and coach athletes effectively. 

The program includes three core courses: "How to Coach an Athlete," "How to Create Personalized Nutrition Programs for Athletes," and "How to Solve Common Nutrition Problems for Athletes". 

The courses equip coaches with the tools, techniques, and coaching skills to create customized nutrition plans for athletes, address challenges, and improve communication and client relationships. The program emphasizes understanding the individual needs and unique factors that impact athletes, including their lifestyle, cultural influences, and stress levels, to create tailored nutrition strategies. 

Also Practical applications:The training includes real-world case studies, practical coaching techniques, and resources to help coaches apply their knowledge and build stronger coaching relationships with their clients. 

18 years now as a PT and always think it is important to keep learning, either by doing courses, reading, keeping up with the latest research.

By doing this, i want to keep building on from what I have previously learnt, enhance my knowledge and skills, keep things fresh and interesting, build on from my experience with working with hundreds on people from all walks of life and back grounds over the years as a coach.

Want to gain new knowledge and skills as well as refresh what I have learned before. In turn, this will help me to deliver a professional service to clients to get them better results.

08/03/2025

Paperback Edition of my book - The Power of Healthy Habits- Transform Your Nutrition is now available to buy via Amazon.

£11.99 Paperback copy
£5.99 Kindle eBook

05/03/2025

Now available to buy on Amazon via Kindle Ebook

https://amzn.eu/d/2KcQ86e

Paperback copy will be available to purchase very soon !

03/03/2025

Available soon on Paperback and Kindle eBook ......

The Power of Healthy Habits- Transform Your Nutrition.

Keep an eye out for release

£11.99 Paperback copy
£5.99 Kindle eBook

19/10/2024

Done a 16k run this morning up to Barranco Del In****no this morning, stopped at the top to get some pics. Tough on the wee legs, but well worth it, beautiful and peaceful.

09/10/2024

Strength & Power workout 💪

A1- Safety bar squats x 5 reps
A2- Reactive box pogos x 5 each leg
X 4sets

B1- Band leg deadlifts x 4 to 6 reps
X 3 sets

C1- Single arm dumbell press x 5 to 8 reps each side
C2- Lying single med ball chest throws x 5 each side
X 3 sets

D1- Alternating cable and band rows x 8 to 12 reps each side
X 3 sets

E1- Offset kettlebell carry

Heavy load top/light load bottom X 3 sets alternating sides

01/09/2024

Saturday at Bennachie, steak dinner, and Oasis tickets sorted. Ace weekend.

07/06/2024

Just completed this Fully Accredited Professional Sports Psychology Diploma. 17 years now as a PT and always think it is important to keep learning, either by doing courses, reading, keeping up with the latest research.

By doing this, i want to keep building on from what I have previously learnt, enhance my knowledge and skills, keep things fresh and interesting, build on from my experience with working with hundreds on people from all walks of life and back grounds over the years as a coach.

Want to gain new knowledge and skills as well as refresh what I have learned before. In turn, this will help me to deliver a professional service to clients to get them better results.