About Hannah
Personal Trainer | Coach | Fitness Enthusiast
Hi, I'm Hannah, the founder of m2m fitness and a qualified Personal Trainer since 2010.
I believe fitness should be something that enhances your life, not something that takes it over. My approach is about helping you become stronger, fitter and more confident in a way that works around your lifestyle, your goals and where you are right now.
Whether you are new to exercise, returning after a break, working towards a specific goal or simply want to feel healthier and stronger, I will help you find an approach that is realistic, enjoyable and sustainable.
My journey
I have always enjoyed being active, but my own fitness journey hasn't been completely straightforward.
In my late teens and early twenties, exercise wasn't a priority. It was only when I started planning my wedding that I decided to make some changes to my lifestyle. I joined a gym, began learning about nutrition and discovered how much better I felt when I was active.
After getting married, I had two children. My pregnancies had a significant impact on my body and I experienced severe Diastasis Recti, which eventually required surgery.
Being unable to exercise during this period made me realise just how much I valued movement and how important it was to have the right support and knowledge when returning to exercise.
That experience played a big part in my decision to become a Personal Trainer.
I qualified in 2010 and have continued to develop my knowledge and experience ever since.
More than just the gym
Over the years, I have challenged myself in lots of different ways — from bodybuilding and Pole Fitness to Obstacle Course Races and long-distance charity walks.
I have competed in Bodybuilding competitions, become qualified as a Pole Fitness instructor, taken part in numerous obstacle races and completed 100km charity walking events.
I love trying new things and pushing myself outside my comfort zone, but I have also learned that fitness doesn't look the same for everyone.
For one person, that might mean lifting heavier weights. For another, it might mean having the confidence to walk further, getting back into exercise after having children, or simply feeling stronger and more comfortable in their own body.
That is what I enjoy most about being a Personal Trainer,
helping people discover what they are capable of and helping them enjoy the journey.
My approach
I don't believe you need to spend hours in the gym, follow a restrictive diet or constantly chase the next fitness goal to be healthy.
Good training should be effective, progressive and enjoyable, but it also needs to fit into real life.
I take the time to understand each client's goals, experience, lifestyle and individual needs so that their training can be adapted accordingly.
My aim is not simply to get you through a workout. It is to help you build strength, fitness and confidence that you can take with you into everyday life.
Supporting women through different stages of life
My own experiences of pregnancy, post-natal recovery and returning to exercise have given me a particular interest in supporting women through different stages of life.
I am qualified in Pre & Post-Natal Exercise and understand how important it is to have appropriate guidance when your body is changing or when you are returning to exercise after having children.
Now, as a woman experiencing perimenopause myself, I also understand the additional challenges this stage of life can bring. Changes in energy, recovery, sleep, strength and how your body feels can all affect how you approach exercise, and sometimes, what worked before simply doesn't feel the same anymore.
I also understand that life doesn't always follow a perfect fitness plan — and that is okay!
Personal Training information and qualifications:
Qualifications & Specialist Training
Personal Trainer – Level 3
I qualified as a Personal Trainer in 2010 and have continued to develop my knowledge and skills throughout my career. My approach combines effective, evidence-based exercise with personalised training that is realistic, enjoyable and adaptable to each individual.
Pre & Post-Natal Exercise
I am qualified to support women with exercise during pregnancy and following childbirth. My own experience of pregnancy and post-natal recovery has given me a particular understanding of the importance of appropriate exercise, individual guidance and progressive training, appropriate for this stage of life.
Kettlebell Training
I am qualified in kettlebell instruction and enjoy using this versatile form of training to develop strength, power, stability and cardiovascular fitness through dynamic, functional movements.
Pole Fitness
I am qualified as a Pole Fitness instructor. Pole training combines strength, mobility, coordination and movement, making it a challenging and enjoyable form of full-body exercise.
Boxercise
I am qualified in Boxercise and enjoy incorporating boxing-based drills and combinations into training. It's a great way to develop fitness, coordination, strength and stamina while keeping workouts varied and engaging.
TRX Suspension Training
I am qualified in TRX Suspension Training, using bodyweight and adjustable resistance to create versatile full-body workouts. TRX can be adapted to different abilities and is particularly effective for developing strength, stability, balance and core control.
Level 2 & 3 Counselling Skills
I completed Level 2 and Level 3 Counselling Skills in 2023 to complement my work in fitness and Personal Training. These additional skills support my person-centred approach and help me communicate effectively and create a supportive environment for my clients.
Fitness that fits your life
Whether you prefer face-to-face Personal Training, a bespoke training plan, online support or the flexibility of working out from home, m2m fitness is designed to help you make exercise work for you in a fun, accessible and achievable way.
My goal is simple:
To help you feel stronger, fitter, healthier and more confident — and to enjoy the process along the way.
