David Smith
Gunnersbury Park Sports Hub
London
7 votes
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About
A certified, qualifed, and experienced trainer, I can help you achieve your health and fitness goals.
I've been involved with sport my whole life, having an elite gymnast father and marathon running mother. When I was young I took up Chinese martial arts and eventually went on to great sucess and European and World titles. I lived in China at a professional martial arts school for around 10 years, and during that time I developed an interest in coaching and fitness more generally.
Af the age of 29, after winning a bronze in the World Championships, I decided to retire from competitive sports. Suddenly I put on a huge amount of weight and got very depressed. It took me several years and yo-yo diets before I finally got my act in order and made the change I wanted.
I can help people improve strength, cardiovascular fitness, mobility or work around injuries or illness. I can also help with weight loss, muscle gain and body confidence issues.
I've been involved with sport my whole life, having an elite gymnast father and marathon running mother. When I was young I took up Chinese martial arts and eventually went on to great sucess and European and World titles. I lived in China at a professional martial arts school for around 10 years, and during that time I developed an interest in coaching and fitness more generally.
Af the age of 29, after winning a bronze in the World Championships, I decided to retire from competitive sports. Suddenly I put on a huge amount of weight and got very depressed. It took me several years and yo-yo diets before I finally got my act in order and made the change I wanted.
I can help people improve strength, cardiovascular fitness, mobility or work around injuries or illness. I can also help with weight loss, muscle gain and body confidence issues.
Qualifications
Level 4 Obesity Management Strategies
Level 3 Personal Training
Level 3 Excercise Referral (allowing me to work with the following conditions:hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia, COPD, asthma, obesity, diabetes (both type I and type II), arthritis, osteoporosis, depression, anxiety and stress, non-specific lower back pain)
Level 2 Gym Instructor
Level 3 Personal Training
Level 3 Excercise Referral (allowing me to work with the following conditions:hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia, COPD, asthma, obesity, diabetes (both type I and type II), arthritis, osteoporosis, depression, anxiety and stress, non-specific lower back pain)
Level 2 Gym Instructor
Specialisms
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7 Reviews
7 out of 7
David is a fantastic trainer. Incredibly knowledgeable and can help you achieve your fitness goals whatever they may be. Highly recommend.
Anita Kelly
I’ve trained with David in group sessions for a few months and the sessions are great. Each session is varied and carefully put together, based on David’s huge bank of knowledge. I look forward to the sessions each week!
Alexandra Lowe
I’ve worked with several trainers throughout my life, but none have matched the expertise, attentiveness, and tailored approach I’ve experienced with David. His ability to create personalised workout plans that address both my fitness goals and physical limitations is nothing short of impressive. His intelligence shines through in every session, carefully adjusting exercises to ensure they challenge me without risking injury. He strikes the perfect balance between encouragement and pushing me to go further, all while respecting my body's unique needs. His deep expertise allows him to vary sessions constantly to keep it interesting. An exceptional trainer, I can’t recommend him highly enough
Pippa Garland
David always offers a varied and educational workout. He offers variation where needed, motivation and teaches you correct form for each exercise. Personable, approachable and great stories along the way. Would highly recommend.
Ali Trott
I have had personal and group training with David and I’ve become fitter and stronger as a result. He is a friendly and helpful motivator. He is knowledgeable on the sports science behind the exercises we do.
Martin L
I have been training with David for a couple of years. I have very much enjoyed all the sessions, which are varied and interesting. His knowledge of the fundamentals of strength/ mobility and aerobic exercise is encyclopaedic. I would recommend David as a PT to everyone of all ages and abilities.
Emily Bishop
David's sessions are great fun, really varied with lots of different and challenging excercises. He listens carefully and puts together great plans. He's a really nice, easy going guy too!
Mike R.