EVIDENCE-BASED STRENGTH TRAINING IN CENTRAL BRISTOL

Would you like to learn to lift weights but don’t know where to start?

Are you confused by the sheer amount of (mis)information on social media?

I can help.

WHAT I CAN DO FOR YOU…

  • Safe and effective step-by-step lifting instruction

  • Individualised programming based on your specific needs and schedule

  • Evidence-based advice toward your fitness goals

WHAT IS EVIDENCE-BASED COACHING?

In recent years, the academic fields of exercise physiology and nutrition have grown exponentially. At same time, the volume of fitness content on social media has likewise exploded, resulting in information overload and leaving users struggling to make sense of conflicting and oftentimes misleading advice.

In this context, evidence-based coaching seeks to

  1. Base all advice on the totality of the scientific evidence available at the time (as opposed isolated, cherry-picked studies)

  2. Empower clients with the tools, skillset and resources needed to navigate information across the online fitness landscape.

WHAT MY CLIENTS ARE SAYING

  • "Luca coached me for three months when I first took up strength training. His encouragement and emphasis on technique have enabled me to train on my own with confidence"

    Thomas

  • "I trained with Luca for almost six months and he was brilliant - great attention to technique, kept me motivated and adjusted my workouts to fit my ideas and preferences while helping me work around aches and pains."

    Ester

  • "I now enjoy going to the gym! Previously it was something I felt like I had to do, but now I look forward to getting better every time, and Luca has made a programme that works with what I want to achieve with exercises I will actually do."

    Dougie

  • "My chronic back pain had worsened due to parenting demands. It got so bad that at the end of every weekend I'd be in a few days of pain. My chiropractor suggested resistance training so I started with Luca. It has made a massive difference to my day-to-day life and I've really been enjoying the sessions and improving my general health.”

    Adam

  • "Luca is a great personal trainer - personable, keeps you motivated, great at explaining technique and always willing to push you if you are competitive. Certainly kept me motivated and improved my technique and capability from a standing start. I would highly recommend."

    Steve

  • "I’ve been training with Luca for around 6-7 months now and have gone from strength to strength. He is calm, kind, patient and knows exactly what he is talking about backed by his strong scientific background and years of research and knowledge in this field. I’ve noticed a massive increase in my strength, lifting ability and confidence since training with him, going from 40kg to 100+kg lifts in that space of time."

    James

  • Victoria & Alex

    We trained with Luca for a few months and had a truly great experience. Firstly, he introduced us to weight lifting and helped us develop skills and strength that we didn’t know we had! He has the perfect balance between pushing you to your limits and protecting you from injuries, and chooses exercises based on scientific evidence, which we haven’t encountered before in a PT. He got us in great shape just before our wedding! We highly recommend him for his experience, kind demeanour and dedication to his clients!

    Victoria & Alex

  • "I started training with Luca with a fairly general aim of being stronger and fitter. Luca is incredibly knowledgeable and has really helped me dial in my technique and offer alternatives to lifts I struggled with or wasn't enjoying. He is approachable and encouraging and I have (and continue to) really enjoy both the training and the results. Luca is always able to back up choices and advice with real research and science, which I appreciate in an industry that so often promotes fads and quick fixes. Would very much recommend."

    Rob

PRICING & PACKAGES

  • STRENGTH TRAINING BASICS

    8-WEEK COURSE (2x WEEK IN-PERSON)

    £440 (£27.5 per session)*

    Do you want to start lifting but feel intimidated by the idea of venturing into the free weights section?

    Are you worried that you are “not strong enough” for the gym, or self-conscious about other gymgoers judging your technique?

    This package is for you!

    Step-by-step instruction on safe and effective technique

    Learn how to perform squat, deadlift, press and row variations

    Individualised program and exercise selection

    WhatsApp support 7 days/week for nutrition questions, etc.**

    For new clients only

    BOOK YOUR FREE TRIAL SESSION

REGULAR/SUBSEQUENT SESSION PACKAGES

  • Hybrid coaching (4 in-person sessions + online coaching) £190*

    1x week with me + programming, feedback and form checks for 1-2 additional solo sessions per week

    Recommended for trainees who have some gym experience and prefer to train on their own on one or more other days in the week. See here for more information on hybrid coaching!

  • 8 in-person sessions £280 (£35 per session)*

    2x week frequency

    Best value and frequency for fully in-person training

  • One-off technique session £45

    Less than 1x week frequency

    Recommended for those desiring occasional technique and programming guidance

BOOK YOUR FREE TRIAL SESSION

* I charge an extra £11.5 per in-person session for all packages to train at GymSet in Clifton Village due to the cost of renting a prviate studio. All sessions in the Strength Training Basics program must be redeemed within 10 weeks of the first session. All sessions in the regular 4-, 8- and 12-session packages must be redeemed within 6 weeks of the first session.

** I endeavour to answer WhatsApp queries within 24 hours of receiving the message.