No Barriers Personal Training, Progressive Rehab And Pain Specialist

Our Story

Hi My name is Steve Mallett I'm 50 I started No Barriers Personal Training after returning to my native Hamilton New Zealand after spending 18 years in the Canadian fitness industry. My vision is to bring the personal back into personal training, look at the bodies biomechanics and pass on the science and guaranteed results from working alongside some of the best health professionals in their field. Specialities: My passion is to work with people who want results but may have a condition or injury and don’t have the know how to do it safely, so whether you’re trying to minimise pain, lose weight but recovering from an injury, improve performance or a pre existing sickness. I have worked with many people recovering from or in therapy for cancer and have had a very personal experience within my own family; these clients continue to inspire me everyday. I have also worked extensively with athletes and coaches in the sports of freestyle wrestling, Judo, Soccer, Squash, Tennis, Ice hockey, Volleyball, Golf, and helped produce many Canadian national champions. I was fortunate to work alongside I.O.C certified Canadian dietician Nancy Fong for 5 years and I have a good understanding of nutrition needs My training approach was seeked out by Canadian Prince Edward Island Orthopaedic surgeon Dr Steve Miller and Physiotherapist Ralph Manning as a referral for their clients which we maintained for 5 years. I believe in positive affirmation and enlightening that spirit of belief in my clients, my approach is to be better at solving anatomical issues and being meticulous in doing so. Qualifications: Newly certified 2013 R.E.P.S Exercise Consultant level 4. Certified personal trainer specialist Canadian fitness professionals since 1999 to 2014. Annual credited conferences Toronto, Montreal, Halifax, Moncton since 1997 to 2012 Certified C.P.R 2013 to present. SMEAEP New Zealand initiative member February 2015 to present. History: 1997 to 1999 I was trained under the guidance of a Kinesiologist at women’s only gym in Orangeville Ontario Canada, I obtained my Personal training certificate in 1999. 1999 to 2002 I worked as a personal training manager at the Athletic Centre For Sports in Orangeville Ontario Canada. 2002 to 2010 I worked as personal training manager at the Spa Total Fitness Centre Prince Edward Island Canada. 2010 to 2012 I ran my business Kiwi Connection Training in conjunction with being personal training manager at the Spa Total Fitness Centre. 2013 to August 2014 I was a self employed contract trainer with City fitness Te Rapa Hamilton New Zealand. August 2015 to present, owner No Barriers Personal Training studio Hamilton. Testimonials: Steve has personally been touched by cancer so he has shown me a lot of empathy; I have 2.5 years until I am out of remission. Physically and mentally working alongside Steve and taking small steps towards rehabilitation has given me the focus to carry on and move forward. Rhonda Davis: Breast cancer survivor two and a half years with me personal training Hamilton New Zealand. I had the pleasure of working with Steve as he worked with Stephanie Leadbeater a former world class hurdler and fellow cancer survivor. We shared the journey over almost three years and hundreds of sessions with Steve, we both believe him to be an example of the best in his profession. Dr Ian Reid M.D FRCSC P.E.I Canada Steve has always taken a vested interest in our athletes attending many events to support them personally, he has also attended many practices and is always intent on learning more about our sport Together we have helped our athletes win numerous national Judo and freestyle wrestling titles. John Wilbert: Sensei Rikidokan Judo owner and Coach P.E.I Canada In February 2010 my daughter suffered a serious knee injury. Prior to the injury she had set herself a goal of winning a national Juvenile Wrestling title. The injury had resulted in her not believing that this goal was lost to her. Steve immediately took charge of her physical training and stayed in constant contact with Anne Marie’s Physiotherapist Ralph Manning, he constantly re evaluated and adjusted her training to such a professional degree that in just 8 weeks Anne Marie went to British Columbia and won a bronze medal at the National championships. Christopher Smith and Gina Tomassini P.E.I Canada Steve Mallett and I worked closely together on many cases. I enjoy the comfort of knowing my patients are well looked after by a concerned qualified trainer. With Steve the lines of communication are always open, each patient’s specific objectives are achieved. Doctor Steve Miller FRCSC, Orthopedic surgeon P.E.I Canada I had scoliosis surgery 6 months later I decided to hire a trainer to get my back strong again. I had met with a few trainers and each of them were afraid to train me as they were unfamiliar with the type of rehabilitation needed after my surgery. when I met Steve he was very confident that he could help me, he gently pushed me to my limits and got the results I wanted. Steve is a kind hearted and genuine, someone who truly takes an interest in your life and health. Nicole Mead P.E.I Canada Steve has provided me with a complete personally tailored fitness program to help me recover core strength, flexibility and stress relief from the results of colon cancer. In just 9 months twice a week with Steve and four days on my own following his workout plan I had seen significant results, from the low of major surgery, anaemia and weakness to a position of strength and a sense of well being. Steve understands the biomechanics of an individual and knows what is needed to bring about a balanced, challenging fun program. Stephanie Leadbeater: Alberta Canada Previous commonwealth games 400 metre hurdles competitor. I would not be still skiing and cycling at 53 if it weren’t for you working with me on rehab for my back injury 10 years ago now! Struth! Michelle Thompson P.E.I Canada. I have found Steve to be a very knowledgeable personal trainer regarding appropriate rehabilitation programs for two of my patients. He has a wholistic approach to not only the injury that they are recovering from but also an attentiveness to other health challenges they are presented with. I have no hesitation in recommending Steve to clients who are seeking a personal trainer as part of their ongoing management. Donna Jacobs B.P.T Physiotherapist