Failure is part of the journey and part of success.
This specimen came to the PT POD initially to begin their fitness activities nearly two years ago with no prior experience. With full commitment inside and out of the studio, the mobility and strength progressed steadily.
The goals were focused on building strength and power after confidence and technical movement developed.
We discovered the left shoulder wasn't playing as much as the right which required attention.
He started on 60kg with gains going upwards to 100kg. It then took a step back to 80kg from an illness, but bounced back with a "Can Do" attitude.
Now he's hitting 115kg and plans to go on further... Well done, a superb example of persistence 💪👏💪👏.
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16/08/2026
More improvements and updates on the studio 💪😎🛠️
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Thanks so much for your work. Highly recommend to anyone 🛠️
21/04/2025
Everyone's journey is different within their fitness goals...
These are some weight loss specific clients that have trained consistently over a period of time.
Other metrics that are measured include bodyfat to muscle ratio, mental well being, confidence, life style, strength, core and much more.
Bodyweight testing as a whole is NOT a great indicator of your fitness or change of shape, but it will drop with muscle becoming leaner and more dense, sometimes this will even increase your bodyweight. Bodyfat decreasing means your shape will become tighter and your ability to move also becomes easier.
All credit to clients at the PT POD.
Free consultation here www.personaltrainingpod.com
Client sent this 😂😂😂
We also have a laugh when training... If I was to take a trip to Turkey this may be the outcome 🫠.
09/04/2025
Benching 100kg for the first time 💪
We've worked on this goal for a few months. The training before involved the explosive power when under load in the chest press position. The shoulders and triceps were additionally focused on isometric exercises to combine the compound movement as a whole when performed.
What you can't see here is the body position, the feet, the legs, the core, hand potion and particularly the shoulder girdle - these all need to be in check and strong even before the weight is lifted off the rack.
Using a spotter with a trainer helped the initial attempts to feel confident and get familiar with the motion and when to brace, squeeze and drive. Additionally, developing the eccentric contractions is a huge tip for anyone wanting some PBs. All credit to the client 🙏
A great milestone 👊. More to come I'm sure.
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Bentley Green Farm
Chepstow
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| Monday | 7am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 7pm |
| Friday | 7am - 7pm |