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Member Spotlight: Gary

EBC is where we build not just bodies, but resilient minds and we do it with a community that is second to none. Invest in showing up, and watch yourself grow stronger not just physically but mentally. 

We are celebrating a group of our members that have done over 1000 sessions at EBC, Gary Donovan has done just that and here is what he had to say about it; 

“For years, staying fit felt like something I should be able to master , but never quite could. In my teens and early twenties, I was reasonably fit, yet I struggled to find anything I could truly stick with. I tried all the usual routes: gym memberships, running plans, swimming sessions, racket sports , you name it. Each time I’d start with good intentions, only for my motivation to fade after a few months.

Then, in my mid-forties, I discovered EBC — and everything changed.

I won’t sugar-coat it: my first few sessions were absolutely horrendous. That’s when I realised just how unfit I’d actually become. You’d think a bit of running and some bodyweight exercises would be manageable, but not the way EBC does it. The instructors have an incredible ability to push every individual, no matter their starting point. They know exactly how to get the very best out of you.

Moving from soulless gyms to training outdoors with like-minded people , in all weathers, was unbelievably refreshing. There’s something powerful about showing up on a cold, wet morning and working hard alongside people who are just as committed as you are.

And the people at bootcamp? They’re a different breed. Ages range from 16 to 60 , and every single person gives 100%. The instructors ensure everyone is challenged appropriately, regardless of ability. There’s no ego — just effort, encouragement, and real progress.

Today, I genuinely feel as fit as I did in my twenties and that’s entirely down to the dedication, expertise, and motivation of the instructors at EBC. Joining was one of the best decisions I’ve made.”

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At Essex Bootcamp, we offer sessions for 16+ and all abilities

Elena is one of our amazing members at just 16 years old.

Here is what she had to say.

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Member Spotlight: Mark

EBC isn’t just fitness; it’s the community that fosters accountability and discipline. Join your next session, no one becomes a legend alone. 

Just ask Mark from the EBC1000 Club, 1,000 sessions later, he’ll tell you: it’s the community that is a huge part of keeping him on track. 

“Wow. I can’t believe that I’ve done over 1000 sessions. I shudder to think how many times I’ve run up and down those hills in Admirals Park and Highlands. Or how many mile loops I’ve done in Warley. Or how many times I’ve heard Sweeney’s lame jokes 😂

I was at the first session the team did in Brentwood back in 2009 and after a 7 year break returned in 2017 and haven’t looked back.

Marine mayhems, Olympic Games, back garden burpees during lockdown. I’ve done the lot.
Over the years you’ve seen members come and go. People rock up and think they’re “fit” and then really struggle. We always say to them to stick at it. Some do, most don’t. Those that do stick it at and keep coming back all see rapid improvements in their fitness. But it’s more than that. The mindset bootcamp gives you, to keep plugging away even when it’s really tough, is the difference.
And as I always say, nothing gets you bootcamp fit and It’s only when new people turn up that members realise how fit and strong they really are.

EBC is a big part of not just my life but my family now as well. Claire went from never doing any exercise to being an instructor for both boot camps and EBC Run. I actually remember before Claire had even been to her first bootcamp, Chris Wilson warning me about what might happen if she started coming. And he was spot on.

Plus our daughter Elena who started with Wez at Inspire is now a full time member. We love being able to work out together as a family.

So yeah, amazing that I’ve done over 1000 sessions but I’m sure as Glynn will testify I still can’t do a proper press up or squat deeply enough. Maybe in another 1000 I’ll have it cracked 🤞🏻” 

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