Jess (Real Estate Agent):
I have been training with Ben for the past 2 years, and over that time have made significant strength gains, whilst dropping a large amount of body fat.
Before training with Ben, I was reluctant to work with a personal trainer, as I am relatively self motivated, and had been disappointed with trainers who I had worked with previously who put me on “cookie cutter programs” which neither focused on my goals nor left me with any noticeable changes in my physique. From the onset, Ben sat down with me and asked me what my goals were, and then tailored my programs accordingly. I actually was training less frequently then before, but more specifically to my goals, and for the first time started to make progress. Ben was able to correct my technique, and see where my weaknesses were, and help to correct them by introducing mobility into my training which has made a huge improvement to my overall movement.
Ben has helped me to understand how to eat to improve my performance in the gym (without the need for a ton of expensive supplements which I had been previously prescribed), and has given me the skills to make the right choices in regards to nutrition, and the confidence to be able to eat out and enjoy living without feeling like I will compromise my progress.
Ben has a passion for coaching people, and I feel as though my goals are just as important to him, as they are to me. His belief in my abilities and his support has seen me go from deadlifting 100kg for a 1RPM, to now comfortably pulling that weight for reps, and hitting a PB at 145kg which is 2.6x my bodyweight, something I would never have imagined I’d be capable of doing. Apart from the significant improvement in my strength, a recent DEXA scan showed that I have dropped 10% body fat since starting with Ben, proving that you can gain muscle and drop fat simultaneously – with the right coach!
Thank you Ben for believing in me, pushing me and getting me stronger and in better shape in my 30’s than I ever was in my 20’s.
Sean Gorvy (Masters Rower)
“I am an elite masters oarsman and have worked with Ben for four years both in a public gym setting and in a home gym set-up. I compete at the highest levels in the UK and internationally for my age group so weight training is an essential part of my competitive advantage to maintain and increase strength, prevent injury and improve posture.
Ben has developed for me a bespoke functional programme that is periodised around my competition and has proven to enable me to continue winning. I have been weight training since I was 13 years old so in some ways I do not need a coach but having Ben by my side twice a week keeps me focused on what I need to do, ensures my technique remains consistent and brings an independent perspective in introducing exercises that address weaknesses. We ‘nail’ each session yet ensure a fun and motivating atmosphere. Thank you Ben.”
Federica Caratti (Executive Assistant):
I met Ben only 6 months ago in Sydney and I can see amazing results on my body shape.
First of all he deeply explained to me how important is to follow the right diet, doing important little changing that make such a big difference.
Ben supports you all the time, giving tips how to prepare tasty but really healthy meals, giving tips how to relax, how to use natural remedies if you are sore.
He is not only a professional, but even a person who listen to you, who never gets tired of explains how to train correctly: English is not my mother tongue language and he makes all the points clear.
Very important to underline: he encourages you to keep going, sharing with you the satisfactions coming from a good workout and he cares about your psychological aspects as well.
Jackie Roper (Broadcaster):
“When I met Ben Chapman I was a feeble, unfit UK size 12 (worse than it sounds – I’m only a shade over five feet tall) staring down both barrels of my 40th birthday.
I’d had PTs before but Ben was the only one who really listened to what I wanted. He came up with varied, effective programmes and dietary advice that worked for ME not just the “39 year old woman” template.
I was a toned UK size eight when the dreaded birthday arrived and am now – several (ahem) years on, a healthy, happy UK size 6.
He’s seen me through some difficult times – and his help in consultation with my physio after a nasty car crash was also invaluable.
Ben is a committed and intelligent trainer whom I cannot recommend highly enough.”
Ollie Purchase (Speedo Model):
”I was sad to hear when Ben told me that he was leavig to move to Australia. Over the 3 years of knowing Ben I gained a lot of understanding in training and the different principles one can apply to manipulate your body.
In 2 years I went from being 69kilos to 81kilos purely through Ben’s training and his dietary guidance. He is fantastic at pointing out any technical faults in your lifting, which I believe differentiates him from other PT’s through his vast knowledge.
On top of that Ben is a great guy who is personnel, friendly and very helpful. I would highly recommend him as a PT whether you are a beginner or advanced, Ben will tailor your trainings to your specific needs/goals. ”
Kelly Impet (Fire Service woman):
“I was very similar to many females going into the gym, I’d spent up to 2 hours pounding away on the treadmill or cross trainer, perhaps doing a few sit ups. I rarely lifted any weights probably due to a lack of knowledge on how to do it safely and perhaps a lack of confidence. I then applied to join the fire brigade and quickly realized that although I was reasonably fit, my strength, particularly upper body, was lacking.
I decided to enlist the help of a personal trainer which was when I began my training journey with Ben. Ben quickly identified one of my key weakness, flexibility. Training programs were tailored to not only work on my strength but increase my flexibility whilst I was training which in turn helped to improve my technique.
Exercises were functional not only for work as a firefighter but also for everyday life. I was no longer spending hours in the gym achieving very little, instead 45 minutes of focused training.
Over a period of time I went from weighing 67kgs to 57kgs, although weight loss was not my primary goal, I’m sure looking lean and toned is something that nearly all gym users strive to achieve.
Each program was a stepping stone to longer term goals. In 6 months I went from being unable to do even half a pull up, to pull ups with 15kgs strapped to me, something I would never have achieved using the assisted pull up machine. I thoroughly enjoyed my training and could see the results.
It always surprised me that even after 6 years of training with Ben, there would be new, effective exercises which helped ensure that I didn’t get bored or complacent. This is probably down to Ben’s dedication to keep learning and improve his own knowledge by attending courses and seminars at his own expense, which ensures his clients get the most possible from their training.
For anyone looking to improve their strength, lose weight, achieve the most from and enjoy their training I would highly recommend working with Ben.”
BEN CHAPMAN 