I’m Lauren, a fully qualified Personal Trainer and Runing Coach based in Warwick & Leamington Spa, South Warwickshire. I’ve worked in Health and Fitness since 2001, mainly as a Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach but I also worked in Health Club Management for several years.
I’m a keen ultra marathon runner, having competed in various distances from 50km up to 100 miles in one go and in October 2021 I took part in the brutal Marathon Des Sables - a 250km multi stage race (including a single stage 83km day) completed over 7 days across the Sahara Desert., finishing as 1st British Lady and 8th Overall Lady.
After a short break from the industry I returned in 2015 as a freelance mobile Fitness Coach and have since gone onto receive several awards including Amateur Sportswoman of the Year, Muddy Stilettos Best Fitness Instructor, Warwickshire (2017, 2019) and Lucozade Top 50 Movers 2019. I’m also a Brand Ambassador for Salomon and also Voom nutrition and I’m very grateful for their support.
How can I help you?
As proud as I am to have a short list of accolades to my name, I’m also just a very normal middle aged woman who understands how hard it can be to fit in exercise around a busy lifestyle. I take a firm but friendly approach with my clients and athletes, ensuring that they are pushed hard to work towards their goals but also recognise if and when adaptions are required.
I carry much experience in working with people from all different backgrounds, lifestyle, injury management and health conditions.
Please get in touch to discuss your requirements.
Run Coaching
I am a UK Athletics qualified Running Coach and have many years of running experience from short distance up to ultra marathons, including desert, mountains, coastal and 24 hour format. I also founded the women’s running group Run Like a Girl and have led a team of Running Leaders to help over 3,000 women to start and progress their running journey. Most importantly though, I just really love running and want to help others to discover their true potential.
You don’t have to be an elite or professional athlete to have a coach. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced runner, everyone can benefit from having a professional to guide them to improve performance or reach that sought after PB.
Benefits of having a Running Coach include;
Accountabilty - having someone to be accountable to will keep you motivated and on target to reach your goals
Personalised plan - tailored to your pace, experience and time available
Investment - much like if you joined a gym you would want your money’s worth, having a coach means that you’ll get the best out of your running
Perspective - a coach will bring perspective to those days when running doesn’t come easily and they will adapt your plan accordingly
Strengths / Weaknesses - a coach will identify which areas work well for you and others that need some development. The result of this is increased performance and lower risk of injury.
Run Coaching prices start at £60 per month with a further option of having a targeted strength plan to compliment your running, for an extra £10 per month.
Roll out of bed and start your day right with a 6:45am workout in the comfort of your own home! Join me every Monday and Thursday morning for a variety of fun fitness workouts. I can guarantee you’ll finish your workout feeling great and ready to tackle anything that the day ahead throws at you!
My classes are aimed at mixed abilities and are a good mix of aerobic activity, strength/conditioning, toning and core strength.
Classes are recorded so if you can’t make it to the live class then you’ll be sent the video file to complete in your own time.
Sessions are delivered via Zoom video conferencing.
The next course will start after October Half Term, booking will be open soon.
Animal Flow for mobility, strength, flexibility, balance and coordination
“Animal Flow is like nothing I have ever experienced before. I am enjoying the challenge of moving my body in different ways. I love Lauren’s classes and her teaching methods. She is encouraging, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. I already feel stronger and more mobilised.
As a woman of 61 this isn’t just for youngsters it’s an enjoyable and fulfilling exercise for any age. ”
“’ve never attempted anything like this before so was joining as a total newbie. Lauren is a knowledgeable, engaging and supportive teacher and put me at ease immediately. The classes are always different and exciting and taught at a comfortable pace. After a few weeks I can see a difference in my flexibility and mobility. ”
“ With Animal Flow Lauren has once again brought people together as a community.
I have seen improvement in my upper body and flexibility in my legs.
Also the classes and practice bring me much needed head space.”
Services & Pricing
In order to meet each individual’s needs, we work together, ensuring clear communication and an understanding of likes and dislikes. I have a great working relationship with all of my clients and this is something I’m very proud of.
Why have a Personal Trainer?
Optimize your workout time
Ensure good form and safe training technique
Firm encouragement to shift you outside of your comfort zone
Explore possibilities all within your limits
Personalisation
Motivation
Body fat loss
Muscle gain
Improve athletic performance
Post injury rehab
The rates below are correct as of February 2024;
One to one Fitness Coaching - from £50 per hour, please get in contact for rates for pairs or group sessions
Personalised Strength and/or running plans and coaching - from £60 per month, please get in touch to discuss your requirements
Events and Workshops - please get in touch to discuss your requirements