1. Before you started working together, where were you at?
Before we started working together, I felt stuck and unhappy with my weight and overall fitness. This was starting to affect my day-to-day life — I’d get out of breath doing simple tasks and was struggling to manage my eating habits. I knew it wasn’t sustainable and that my mood and health would continue to decline if I didn’t make a change.
Around this time, I had just proposed to my partner and wanted to use that positive energy as motivation to improve myself. With the wedding coming up in around five months, I had a clear goal to get fitter, feel healthier, and be happier with my appearance. That’s when I decided it was the right time to commit to proper training.
2. What originally made you reach out to Charlie?
I had known Charlie for years and always respected how dedicated and professional he is. I knew that when he sets a target, he gives 100% to help people achieve it.
When I spoke to him, he genuinely listened to what I wanted to achieve and showed real belief in my ability to get there. Charlie is approachable, patient, and knowledgeable, and he made me feel confident that I’d be supported every step of the way. His enthusiasm and commitment convinced me he was the right person to help me reach my goals.
3. What did the process involve for you?
Working with Charlie was structured but realistic. He didn’t focus on quick fixes — instead, he took a thoughtful, long-term approach to improving my fitness, health, and mindset.
We started with an in-depth conversation where he took time to understand my goals, lifestyle, and any challenges I was facing, along with a full health check. From there, the programme included weekly one-to-one sessions with Charlie alongside group boxing classes.
He provided clear training plans, nutrition guidance, and regular check-ins to keep me accountable and on track.
4. How did you find the process itself?
At first, it was tough — there’s no getting away from that. But after a couple of weeks, it became part of my routine and felt much more natural.
The structure of regular classes and one-to-one sessions really helped me stay consistent. I work best when I have a clear plan, realistic goals, and proper guidance, which Charlie delivered throughout.
Charlie’s level of support was outstanding. He wasn’t just a coach — he was a motivator, mentor, and someone who genuinely cared about my progress. He knew when to encourage me and when to push me, which made a massive difference.
5. What stood out most about Charlie's approach
What stood out most about Charlie’s approach was how personal and genuinely invested he was in my progress. It never felt like a one-size-fits-all programme — everything was tailored specifically to me, my lifestyle, and what I was trying to achieve.
He wasn’t just focused on numbers on the scales or fitness metrics; he cared about my mindset, confidence, and overall wellbeing too. Charlie was consistent, honest, and motivating, and he knew exactly when to support me and when to push me out of my comfort zone.
His balance of professionalism, enthusiasm, and down-to-earth attitude made the whole process feel challenging but completely manageable, and that’s what really set him apart.
6. What changed as a result of the work?
As a result of working with Charlie, I came very close to hitting my personal weight target — I’m not sure of the exact figures, but I know Charlie has the numbers from my progress tracking. Feel free to add them.
More importantly, the biggest change wasn’t just the weight loss. My mindset shifted completely. I felt far happier in myself, more confident, and much more in control of my health and habits. I was genuinely surprised by how much my strength and overall fitness improved over the programme.
The work also taught me valuable lessons about nutrition and dieting that I still use today, which has helped me maintain healthier habits long term. On top of that, I really enjoyed learning about boxing — it gave me a new appreciation for the sport and something I continue to respect and take an interest in.
7. Did you achieve what you originally came for?
Yes — I achieved what I originally set out to do, although my goal did evolve along the way. At the start, my focus was hitting a specific weight target, and I came very close to doing that. However, as I progressed, I realised that the number on the scales mattered less than how I felt in myself.
Over time, my focus shifted from simply losing weight to getting back to the kind of fitness levels I had when I was younger and playing rugby and other sports regularly and competitively. I wanted to feel strong, fit, and capable again rather than just lighter.
What made this possible was Charlie’s approach. His structured training, consistency, and support helped me build both my physical fitness and my confidence. The combination of one-to-one sessions, group boxing, and clear nutrition guidance kept me motivated and on track, while also helping me develop a healthier mindset around training and food.
Because of that, I didn’t just change my body — I changed my habits and my attitude towards fitness in a way that’s stuck with me.
8. If someone was considering working with Charlie, what would you tell them?
If you’re thinking about working with Charlie, I’d tell you to go for it without hesitation. You won’t just get a coach — you’ll get someone who genuinely invests in you as a person, not just your fitness. He’ll challenge you, support you, and keep you accountable in a way that feels tough but fair.
You need to be ready to put the graft in, because Charlie won’t let you coast, but if you commit to the process, you’ll get real results. More than that, you’ll come away with better habits, more confidence, and a stronger mindset that sticks with you long after the programme ends.
