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Training session at RISE gym in Macclesfield.
15th September 2026

Why waste your brain on this?

When I first started training people nearly 25 years ago I had pen, paper and Excel. And a phone that could do calls and texts.

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Personal training session at RISE gym in Macclesfield.
14th September 2026

They’ve got rid of the biscuits

I'm currently sat in the Peak District Business Hub.With my eldest son working in Manchester as part of his gap year, I'm back to doing all the Bakewell school runs

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Personal training session in Macclesfield gym.
13th September 2026

The Keys to Weight Loss Success – Personal Training in Macclesfield

Thinking about 25 years ago (yesterday), I remember having a little mental checklist of things I needed to get before leaving the house.Wallet, watch, keys, phone.I stopped wearing a watch

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Personal training session in Macclesfield gym.
12th September 2026

Where is the Flow Taking You? – Personal Training in Macclesfield

When I was younger (so much younger than today), I didn't do anywhere near as much planning as I do now. Partly, I suppose, because I didn't

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A personal trainer working with a client in Macclesfield.
11th September 2026

Reflecting on 25 Years of Change – Personal Training in Macclesfield

25 years ago today was what became known as 9/11.I was in Bradford as I'd gone along to help my mum on a work meeting where I was paid to

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Personal training session at a Macclesfield gym.
10th September 2026

Believe in Yourself?

Every week I have dozens and dozens of conversations with members. In person and online. Some really happy with their results.

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A joyful celebration of a dog's birthday, reflecting on aging and fitness.
9th September 2026

Celebrating My Dog’s Birthday – Reflections on Aging and Fitness

It's my dog's birthday today. She is 7. 49 in dog years. Which means she's older than me now. Has been for a couple of months

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Personal training session in Macclesfield gym.
8th September 2026

The Right Tools for Personal Training in Macclesfield – RISE

I presume we've all put together some IKEA flat pack furniture at some point in our lives?If you haven't, you've had a lucky escape.If you have, you'll probably be aware

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Personal training session in Macclesfield gym.
7th September 2026

Reduce Workout Barriers with Personal Training in Macclesfield – RISE

Dutch cycle manufacturer VanMoof had a problem. No matter which couriers they used, their bikes were getting damaged in transit. "Too many of our bikes arrived looking like they'd been

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RISE Group Personal Training
Unit 7, Waterside Mill
Waterside
Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 7HG
01625 920350

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RISE Group Personal Training
Waterside Mill, Waterside
Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 7HG
Tel: 01625 920350