Dan Roberts, Personal Trainer, LA Fitness

"I met Leighton a couple of years ago when I was Personal Training in America. I've got considerable experience all over the world working for different gyms; I've met many personal trainers, and few impress me as much as Leighton. The first thing that impressed me about Leighton was his knowledge, particularly on power training, which I was getting into at the time. Leighton was training me 3-4 x week for 2 months, within 2 weeks I could really feel much more powerful (I could jump higher, and do triple hand clap push ups) He mixed up weight training with plyometrics and sprint sessions. These sessions were very tough. So his friendly and coaching/motivating style was integral to keep me turning up to our early morning sessions! I have to say I enjoyed every session. He set goals for each week and I truly felt that he was with me in helping me achieve them."

Ken Garvie, X-Games Finalist RSA 2002

"He used a different approach concentrating on balancing in strange positions whilst moving light weights. The benefit of this was not felt at first but after 4 weeks I seemed to have gained almost perfect balance whilst wakeboarding. In addition to this Leighton introduced me to PNF stretching. This quickly made me more flexible than I had ever been and I continue to use PNF this today. I really enjoyed working with Leighton I was very surprised by his techniques, he has changed my perspective on training. I believe in his methods and results."

Katie McLean, Amateur Boxer

"I have been boxing for the past 6 years, 4 years of which I have been in the top 5 Scottish boxers for my weight. I believe being trained by Leighton has helped improve my performance. I intend to incorporate what he has taught me into my future training sessions. Leighton is very resourceful and produced a strong training regime despite lack of boxing facilities".

Stephan Schratz, Water Ski Instructor

"This summer I was fortunate enough to be trained by Leighton. I approached him at the start of the summer with the issue of a lack of upper body strength and a lack of motivation to push myself during training. It took him only six weeks to completely turn this around. The benefits showed with improved style and form within my skiing. He motivated me when training was tough for which I'm grateful."

Stephan Merta, Czech International Basketball Player

"At 6' 7" I am one of the shortest players on my team, so I have to make improvements in other areas of my game to compensate for my jump disadvantage. After 3 weeks I noticed that my reaction to rebounds had improved, my endurance increased and I was slightly faster around the court. By week 6 there were big improvements to my fitness level".

Charles Martin Churchill, Building Engineer

"From December last year until February this year I spent 3 hours a week being trained by Leighton. I was new to fitness training and wanted to start off in the right way. I found his knowledge of sport and fitness exceptional. He is very good at motivating you and always keeps a focus on outcome goals. Over the 12-week period I lost half a stone and toned up considerably. The effect of this was I felt much happier and generally more self-confident. I was very impressed with the way that Leighton mixed up the sessions, constantly making changes to keep it interesting."

Tracie Harper, Graded Nurse

"The change I have experienced is unbelievable. Having trained with Leighton for 12 months I went from 14st 2lb to 10st exactly. As well as the weight loss I gained definition and fitness. Walking to the shop used to be a chore, now I regularly walk at least 3 miles easily. This has changed my life."

Lindsey Harris, Web Designer & Search Engine Optimiser

"My first Personal Training session with Leighton was at Fitness First, in Poole, about five years ago. Prior to that I’d developed a habit of only using the exercise equipment I liked and I never really pushed myself.  Leighton’s expert tuition was just what I needed; he set goals that were both achievable yet enjoyable, and encouraged me to do much more than I would ever have done on my own. My goal at that time was to tone up and lose a little bit of weight, both of which I easily achieved within a few months.

I saw Leighton regularly for some time, but based on what he taught me I became confident enough to carry on with my own exercise programme.  I now only seeing him when I am bored with my routine, for a specific purpose (such as after Christmas!), or I feel the need for a ‘kick up the backside’, as it were, to stop me from becoming complacent!

Leighton inspires complete confidence and I thoroughly recommend him as a Personal Trainer."

Bridget Barnes, Shop Assistant

I have suffered with bouts of Asthma for the past decade and contacted Leighton to try to improve my fitness and breathing. Since starting boxing training and regular CV programmes I feel fitter and feel much less affected by asthma. Leighton is a fun trainer and we always have a laugh during our sessions. I would recommend him to anyone looking to get fitter the fun way.

Martin Lafrance, Finance Director

Leighton is a superb trainer who is exceptional at motivating you when training inevitably becomes difficult. Having trained with Leighton three times a week for the past 3 years there has been a vast improvement in weight and shape.  I am very pleased with the results we have achieved. Leighton sets new goals on a regular basis and I enjoy the variety of training used to achieve these.

Diana Vargas, Media Graduate

I started training with Leighton In January 2008, having had two meniscus and One ACL replacements as a result of a skiing accident. I felt the rehabilitation with my physiotherapist was no longer productive and wanted to try something else. Over a period of six months we trained five hours a week, which fortunately was covered by my health insurance.

The results speak for themselves. I gained a lot of stability in and around my knee. Pain and soreness was reduced and became infrequent, with an increase in general mobility. My confidence to exercise increased and I now run two miles, three times a week. I'm really glad I decided to contact Leighton.

Sue Burbidge, Full Time Mum

During my pregnancy my weight peaked at 11st 4 lb. Leighton provided both nutritional advice and approximately two sessions a week personal training. Over a period of nine months my weight returned to a satisfactory 7st 9lbs.

In addition I have seen large improvements in my muscle tone and fitness. Whenever motivation wanes Leighton will always put you back on the right path. I always enjoy overcoming the challenges presented in my training sessions.