Hi, I’m Rachel, and I help women feel strong, confident and at home in their own skin.

My Journey
My path began in science — I earned a BSc in Biology, an MSc in Marine Biology, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Exercise and Nutrition Science — but I found my passion in helping women reconnect with their bodies.
Since 2013, I've worked as a personal trainer and nutrition coach, supporting over 150 women with a grounded, realistic approach that blends evidence-based practice with compassion to deliver results that last.
My Approach
I care about what I do because I've lived what I teach. I know what it’s like to strive for perfection, feel at war with your body, and not know how to break the cycle. I used to think eating less was the way to feel in control, and that exercise was just to burn calories.
Underneath it all, I was acting out of fear and shame. Real change came when I stopped trying to force my body into a box and learned to trust it instead.
Your body is not a problem to fix, and you don’t need punishment, restriction, or another one-size-fits-all plan. You deserve coaching that’s grounded, intelligent, and respects your body, your values, and your lifestyle.
Whether you're returning to movement, rebuilding after burnout, or looking for a kinder, more realistic way to care for yourself, you're in the right place.
Life Outside Coaching
I believe fitness is all about the energy and confidence it gives you to enjoy the things in life you love. For me, that means:
The strength and stamina for hikes and trail runs across the English countryside;
The curiosity and courage to explore new countries and cultures;
The focus and discipline to keep practicing piano;
The freedom to sing at the top of my lungs when no one’s listening;
And the simple joy of spending time with my dog, whether we’re out on a walk or relaxing at home on the sofa.
Education & Qualifications
2023-24 | Girls Gone Strong | Menopause Coaching Specialist
2021-22 | National Centre for Eating Disorders | Master Practitioner, Eating Disorders and Obesity
2020 | Online Trainer Academy | Online Personal Trainer
2018-19 | Girls Gone Strong | Pre and Post Natal Coaching
2015-16 | University of Chester | PGDip Exercise and Nutrition Science
2015 | Premier Global NASM | Postural Assessment and Corrective Exercise
2013 | Australian Institute of Personal Trainers | Level 3 Personal Trainer
2012 | Australian Institute of Personal Trainers | Level 2 Gym Instructor
2011-12 | Australian College of Massage | Cert IV Massage Therapy
2007-08 | James Cook University Australia | MSc Marine Biology
2003-06 | University of Exeter | BSc Biological Sciences
Awards & Recognition
2021 | Listed Top 17 virtual personal trainers in the UK
2020 | Listed Top 40 personal trainers in the UK in 2020
Registered with the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA)
Ready To Start Your Journey?
Click below to explore my coaching programmes or work with me one-to-one.