Looking for inspiration to join a personal training gym? Meet John

John is an 80-year-old, inspirational grandfather of six and great grandfather of two from Chelmsford.  He joined Bee-Fit personal training gym in January, responding to an advertisement in the Essex Chronicle for a week’s free trial.  He plucked up the courage to pop by and, five months on, he’s a popular, regular member.

Bee-Fit: Why did you join Bee-Fit?

John:I lost my wife five years ago.  We were married for 54 years.  When she died, quite suddenly, I didn’t cope well. I lost all get up and go, got lethargic and very down.  I realised I needed to do something about that. I wanted to lose a bit of weight and get myself going again. Bee-Fit is near where I live and when I saw the ad for personal training in the local paper, I decided to go and take a look.

Bee-Fit:  What did you think when you came by?

John:I was really apprehensive at first and was worried that the gym would just be for young people and that I’d feel out of place. But I was pleasantly surprised. There are all ages at Bee-Fit, including lots of retired people. I didn’t feel out of place at all and it was really nice to meet new people of all ages.  I’ve been really lonely since I lost my wife. Bee-Fit is so friendly –  the other members and the personal trainers – it helps.

Bee-Fit:  What benefits have you noticed since joining the club?

John: I feel alive.  I have a muscle-wasting condition but, since being at the gym, I have noticed my arms bulking up and my body becoming much more toned. My shoulder pain has also improved. I had lots of aches and pains before and they’ve all gone plus my blood pressure has gone down and I just feel much stronger and healthier. I used to be really strong and had a physical job before I retired so it feels great to know it’s never too late to improve your fitness.  I have a benign lump on my spine so I have to be careful but the personal trainers work around that so I always feel safe. Joining Bee-Fit also spurred me on to eat more healthily.

Bee-Fit: How often do you train?

I come down three times a week. I train after 11am and before 4pm during the week so I benefit from an off-peak membership.  When I started, I had to really make myself leave the house to go to the gym but now I really look forward to it.

Bee-Fit:We hear you’re famous worldwide?!

John: Yes! I featured on a Bee-Fit Facebook Live video and my grandson saw it in Australia! I got a message from him saying “Good on you grandad, put a drop of rum in your protein drink!”

If you’d like to see for yourself what all the fuss is about and find out what it’s like to be part of the Bee-Fit family, why not sign up for our 6-week kickstart package:

 

• 6 weeks’ unlimited personal training
• 6-week diet plan
• fitness consultation
• 3 designated boxercise classes

 

all for just £99.95

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