I’ll never forget my first PT with Josie in her sitting room. I was very quick to set a few ground rules and told her I didn’t want to sweat, no burpees (still applies) & I would only do a month of PTs. I don’t know how she put up with me over the following weeks, I did a lot of complaining. But Josie made the whole process very easy for me and I didn’t have to do much thinking which suited me. I did everything she told me and put my complete trust in her. I started seeing results which motivated me further. She was with me through the ups and downs of the journey and was always my biggest supporter.

Fast forward 4 years and I am so relieved I sent that first message. I am so proud to say I’ve lost 100lbs and gained a whole new way of life. I can be found in the gym most days (usually talking) and Alpha has become like a second family to me. A far cry from the girl who used to smoke a cigarette en route to my sitting room PTs. I have gained a whole new appreciation for what my body can do. I have a whole new relationship with food and make better choices where I can. I am by no means perfect and have had bad days from time to time complicated with a knee injury. But Josie and her crew are always there to put me back on the straight and narrow and I remember why I started in the first place. 

I may have lost weight but I’ve gained so much more - new friendships, new lifestyle, more self belief and confidence and a second mother (ily Jos). If I could go back 4 years, I would give that girl on the left a hug and tell her it will all work out. I owe so much to Josie and don’t think I’ll ever be able to thank her for what she’s done for me.