Based at Penrith Leisure Centre in the heart of the Lake District, Cumbria you will find Personal Trainer James Pittam. His private local Heath and Fitness business encompasses services such as sports massage, food sensitivity testing, and keep fit classes to name but a few.
Former serving Royal Marine, James is an advanced level 4 instructor and remedial sports massage therapist and since 2002 has built a successful multi-faceted Health and Fitness consultancy. Having successfully completed 4 Ironman triathlon events including the worlds toughest, he believes being a fitness professional means continuing to strive for the best you can achieve in order to gain respect from your clients. As a former serving Marine, he expects the highest standards from his team in order to deliver a high-quality professional service and maintain being the lead fitness and well-being provider in the Eden Valley as well as Cumbria. The England's Business Awards recognised James Pittam Health & Fitness for not only 'Best Fitness Business In Northern England' but also 'Best Overall Business In Northern England'.
I joined James Pittam Personal Training in 2005 after following my passion for fitness and becoming qualified as a Level 3 Personal Trainer and Advanced Fitness Instructor specialising in Les Mills Fitness Programmes. Prior to this I worked as a Technician in a large teaching hospital in the Cardiac unit. My passion has always been with Health and Wellness.
I have a wealth of experience in many forms of Training and continually upskill to maintain my extremely high standards of delivery both to Clients and Students under my guidance alike.
QUALIFICATIONS;
Level 3 PERSONAL TRAINER
LEVEL 4 EXERCISE SPECIALIST IN CANCER REHABILITATION
COVID/LONG COVID REHABILITATION CERTIFIED
LEVEL 2/3 and ETM TRAINER ASSESSOR
ADVANCED KETTLEBELL INSTRUCTOR
We here at James Pittam Personal Training take pride in what we do and strive to not only teach but excel to the highest standards so our Students can experience the best Training possible.
We support work experience students from all our local schools who are looking for a career in the Fitness Industry.
Our Mentoring scheme gives additional support and motivation to our Students. We give them the opportunity to gain experience with a qualified Personal Trainer by working alongside them until they qualify and even then we monitor and support them should they be fortunate enough to join our Teams of highly skilled Trainers in Gyms throughout the North of England.
MY SPECIALISMS INCLUDE;
Weight Management – Strength and Conditioning – Nutrition (Optimal Nutrition Advisor) – Rehabilitation – Functional Training.
CHARITIES SUPPORTED;
Macmillan Cancer Support.
The Christie Charity NHS Foundation Trust Manchester, specialising in Cancer Treatments.
Hi, my name is James, Level 3 Personal Trainer and Level 3 in Exercise Referral.
Having started my fitness journey in Pretoria and now training here in Cumbria, I am excited to offer my skills across Cumbria.
I aim to help anyone achieve their goals whether that be:
- Preparing for an event
- General weight loss
- Body conditioning
- General wellbeing
- Performing every day tasks with ease
- And more.
Everyone deserves to feel good about themselves and this is my goal with every client I work with.
Keeping fit should not be a chore, I like to have a diverse approach to training and how we implement it.
I want to assist you in this lifestyle change we will make together.
Karen has extensive experience in cardiac rehabilitation and GP referrals, and can therefore offer highly specific and personalised programmes. With commitment you can work hard to reach your goals, as she will be here to motivate, support and advise you in a safe and friendly environment. Her hobbies include Hockey, Cycling with her husband, camping and teaching fitness classes.
Hi, I’m Victoria, or Vic, and I became a Personal Trainer (PT) because I’m passionate about helping people feel better about themselves and I would love to help you become the best version of you. Whether that is to achieve a certain running distance or time in a race, lift a certain weight or simply just get moving a bit more, regaining some confidence and feeling good about yourself.
I have been interested in fitness for most of my life. A runner by trade but I have also dabbled in the world of triathlon and CrossFit, I can help you achieve your goals with suitably tailored and challenging programmes specific to you, together with all the encouragement and support you need.
I am also a big believer that if you look after physical health, your mental health will follow. My mantra is “Strong Body/Strong Mind”.
Making a lifestyle change can be daunting, especially with the internet full of people with what is deemed to be a “perfect” physique advocating dos and don’ts which aren’t always accurate. I’ll help you filter through the nonsense and misinformation to guide you to a healthier standard of living without sacrificing all the fun - you’ll never hear me say no to the odd piece of chocolate or glass of wine!
Olivia provides a Massage service that relieves pain, treats injuries, sports or otherwise and teaches awareness of the whole body. She offers a very flexible appointment diary 7 days a week at a time to suit you within our comfortable, modern treatment room at Penrith Leisure Centre or within the comfort of your own home. She is a very sought after practitioner and gives clients the knowledge to help maintain the quality of life they deserve.
Olivia became an Affiliate of James Pittam Health & Fitness, to reinforce and grow a professional, unique, flexible remedial massage service.
She launched her business ‘ LIV FIT’ in 2016, which quickly became recognised in the Eden Valley before collaborating with James.
- Level 3 Diploma in Remedial Massage
- Member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT)
- Penrith Leisure Centre based or mobile
- Clinical 1: 1 rehabilitation programmes available in modern fully equipped gym with latest technology
I have been working in the Fitness industry since 2005 and have helped many clients to increase their fitness levels, lose weight, reduce their pain and to move better. Exercise is great not only for your physical health but also your mental health, it releases feel-good endorphins and I always feel amazing afterwards. In a previous life I worked in the IT industry and spent most of my spare time in the gym to de-stress before I went home. I took on a Personal Trainer to help me lose weight, and realised that this was my true vocation. I left my job and qualified as a Personal Trainer so I could make a difference to other people’s lives. In my spare time I enjoy walking, Parkrun and listening to music.
My qualifications include :-
Having benefitted from a Personal Trainer myself, I have real experience what a massive difference it makes having someone to be accountable to, who will motivate you to keep pushing towards your goals. It’s so much harder trying to do this on your own, so let me help you to make that change. It doesn’t matter where you are now, we can work together to get you where you want to be.
The best investment you can make is in yourself, let’s get started today!
Ed has the skills and ability to provide Sports and Remedial Massage, Injury assessment and treatment, sport and exercise rehabilitation, injury prevention and rehabilitation programmes specific to your sport. His treatments can also help Improve sleep, reduce stress, reduce pain and increase mobility to assist you to combat everyday aches and pains. Ed enjoys fell walking, socialising and spending time with his two daughters.
Natalie is a popular local practitioner who has worked in a number of clinics across the county. She can provide general foot care and treatments for nail cutting, corn and callus, ingrown toenails, thickened nails, fungal infections and verrucas. Natalie can also give general foot health advice, diabetic foot checks and look at an individual’s biomechanics. Outside of work Natalie’s passion is travel.
Using ergonomic and postural education, soft tissue mobilisation and muscle energy release techniques, this enables Nat's clients to overcome and manage their symptoms through normal movement and specific exercise plans. Whether you have sustained a sports injury or have long-standing niggles or pain, Nat can assess and provide an anatomical-based solution. Having a good understanding of soft tissue healing and nerve to muscle communication she can use a variety of techniques specific to your needs to help you get back to everyday activity. Nat's reputation as an experienced Physiotherapist is second to none in this area.
