After being out of the fitness game for a period of time , and becoming a relatively new mum I felt I needed a helping hand. I reached out to Chris at Nxtep to help me achieve some personal goals and get back to my pre-pregnancy weight. I'm so glad I made the decision to reach out for help and invest in myself, as the benefits stretch far beyond weight loss. I was nervous at starting this journey, but Chris has made me feel comfortable and at ease no matter what your size or ability. The support I've received out of the gym has also been second to none, so whatever your goals, this is definitely the place to achieve them!

I approached Chris at Nxtep because I had been feeling like my fitness had really decreased and so had my confidence as a result. He was recommended by two different people because of his approachable nature and effectiveness. Before I started with Chris I had a very vague idea about my 'fitness goals'. I had had very mixed results with different gym memberships and often found myself disappointed with this. Chris really helped shape and define not only my bingo wings, but also the idea I had in my head of how I wanted to look and feel. I started my training back in February, during the start of what would become the COVID-19 pandemic. Any initial concerns I had were immediately assuaged by Chris's professional and proactive responses to government guidelines. All equipment was sanitised and disinfected before and after using and clear social distancing was followed. As lockdown intensified, Chris continued his dedicated services via video-link. The quality and quantity of these sessions never wavered and I still felt like I was receiving the same caliber of training I had been promised - albeit no two sessions were ever the same, which really helped keep me to motivated and interested. I feel better than I ever thought possible and as an added bonus, people have even commented on how noticeably better I look. A huge positive with Chris is that he isn't only training your body, he is training your mind to automatically make better decisions about what you eat through dedicated coaching and meal planning. I find I approach each session with the more and more enthusiasm and am even enjoying the sessions I complete without him.

What an amazing place. I joined 5 weeks ago after not exercising properly for a months/years. I was a little nervous and embarrassed but Chris and Jenny make you feel so comfortable and energetic. They keep you on track with your fitness and nutrition goals throughout the week even when you are not training. I have totally changed my views on fitness and I have them to thank. Life changers and amazing people.

I've been working with the guys at Nxtep for about a year now; I originally joined thinking it would be a short-term thing to lose weight for my wedding. A year later and I'm married, 12kg lighter than when I first started, lifting much heavier weights and am in much better shape in general. Chris and Luca have been amazing with my training; they always challenge me to try new things and to push further, which is really helpful for someone who's training has always seemed to plateau in the past. They've also taught me about health and fitness as a lifestyle; there's so much more to it than lifting some weights or constantly being on a diet, and they always keep things new, fun and flexible. They're also really helpful and approachable guys; I've messaged them lots of times to ask for training tips and advice when I'm going to the gym outside of training hours, and they're always more than happy to help.

I initially joined Nxtep to get a better grip on my fitness levels after yo-yoing for years with sporadic classes and runs. It was an excellent decision as the sessions are three times a week which quickly got me in a good rhythm. Chris and Luca are both fantastic and very patient with a newbie like myself who had never lifted weights before. They have really helped me understand fitness and weight lifting a lot better. They also adjusted any exercises based on my capabilities as I had an injured shoulder for a while, and with the rehab exercises they gave me that’s now back to normal. I can’t recommend Nxtep enough!

I signed up for the 6 week body transformation initially to help me get my pre baby body back after gaining a lot of weight through pregnancy. I lost 8.6kgs in the 6 weeks and have since renewed my membership to continue with my progress and I’m almost down 10kgs in total only 2kgs away from my pre pregnancy weight. I have always hated going to the gym and would dread going initially but now I am 8 weeks in, training 3x per week and feeling fitter and much happier in myself it is something I definitely want to continue. I feel it has really changed my lifestyle and I am making healthier choices everyday with a much more positive outlook, my family have commented that the old Hannah is back as before I felt I’d lost myself since becoming a mum for the first time. Chris and Luca are incredibly knowledgeable about anatomy which was very important to me after having a C-section and I have seen huge improvements in my core and lower back stability. I am also enjoying the new friends I am making from the sessions and never thought I’d say it but I’m looking forward to continuing the training long term and being in the best shape of my life!!

I've really enjoyed the community at Nxtep. I've never been this thrilled get up before 7am to attend the gym. Chris and Luca are brilliant and I feel I've come so far in the year since I started coming. Looking forward to more progress and the pride that comes with working hard

I’ve been working with Chris and the team at Nxtep, and the initially just wanted to get stronger and fitter somewhere local when the gym near work was no longer an option due to the pandemic. I know feel really confident handling weights and my diet. I recently saw myself in a film from before I started at Nxtep and other people couldn’t recognise me from me who didn’t know me well so, it definitely works! Highly recommended.

Before starting at Nxtep I would go through a cycle of starting to get fit, injuring my back, then avoiding exercise for fear of making it worse. The same happened when I started here, with my over eagerness to improve leading to the same old injury. Chris and Luca kept me motivated and coached me through the recovery process, allowing me to strengthen the areas susceptible to injury and enabling me to carry on where I’d previously have given up. Now I’m lifting ~100kg more than when I first started and the past few years of persistent back injury seem a distant memory. The guys have helped me with my nutrition, my outlook and overcoming what I previously thought I couldn’t. I can’t thank them both enough!

I joined Nxtep 3 months ago, having initially walked into the studio feeling crippled from tennis overload. My legs had given up on me during playing and with a long standing ankle injury, I knew I had to address. Additionally I was carrying too much weight and my gym techniques were clearly not fit for purpose. I had been a gym member for 15 years prior. Following a very warm introduction about the business and how they operate, I was invited for a taster session with Chris. It is a one-to-one personal training studio, so a one in & one out policy. This is one of the first elements that differentiates them from personal trainers in a public gym setting - where there are distractions everywhere. I have had PT in the past and whilst I got benefit from it, the pure depth that Nxtep offers is another level. Granted you pay a little more for the service but it yields unparalleled qualitative benefits that you can only see and feel when you are there... The offering includes regular group communications, a dedicated Youtube channel, personal motivation messages and checkins, food menu planners, personalised macro-level split for protein/carb/fat intake, live weekly cook alongs from the owners kitchen, online weekly group sessions, and one of the features I like the most is the technology. Nxtep have an application that synchronises from all the most popular training applications like MyfitnessPal and Fitbit so sleep, weight and metrics etc are all captured into one "Hub". Chris and Luca are highly personable, experts in their fields and the passion truly shows. These are not just fluffy words. I work very closely with Luca due to my love of tennis and his particular expertise covers my love for the sport. New home training programmes are also uploaded to the Nxtep app in 4 weekly cycles so there is a constant challenge to grow and evolve. I am learning advanced techniques and stretching my body with core and mobility work. Luca is a scientific guru and during training explains all aspects about the relationship within the body, not just the correct movements and posturing. I might even be able to do the 'splits' soon if I continue at this rate ... !

Training at Nxtep during Covid was tricky but Chris and Luca made it work! Started with training outdoors in the carpark before we were allowed to move indoors, it was always fun and I feel I made real progress. It never felt just like a business and always felt more caring, I was also doing it as part of my DofE to which Luca/Chris were very helpful with. I've had to stop due to other focuses in life but I've got some real fond memories of the time and am hoping to go back later if I can!

After years of lone gym work with limited results I made my first PT experience with the NxTep team. They’ve been able to push me (politely) to new levels in my exercises, so for the first time in those years I’ve been getting really noticeable results. That keeps me going back for more, when in the past sometimes I’ve lost momentum due to the lack of those noticeable results.

I first met Chris in January 2020. I was 12 weeks pregnant with my first child. As a trained dancer, and teacher I was hoping to maintain my levels of fitness whilst minimising the risks of my pregnancy. My early dance training concentrated on training my limbs, while often neglecting my ‘centre’ or ‘core’. It wasn’t until a back injury in 2012 due to weak lower back muscles that my approach to training changed. When I first found out about my pregnancy, I worried about my back and how to keep it strong. Chris helped me through my pregnancy teaching me safe ways of keeping my core strong, helping with my postural alignment as well as addressing some muscular imbalances that I wasn’t aware I had. Most importantly, Chris gave me the confidence to continue training through pregnancy. I knew I was in safe hands. Chris is phenomenally knowledgeable in how our bodies work. May 2022, I am currently pregnant with my second child and still continuing to train with Chris at Nxtep. Luca has also joined the team and is a fantastic addition. They are a great team, and I am very lucky to be trained by them both. I would highly recommend anyone thinking about pre or post natal pregnancy training to consider Nxtep.