Meet OriGym's Qualified Fitness Experts

Qualified Fitness Experts Behind OriGym’s Content

Every article published on OriGym is written by a qualified fitness professional or experienced content specialist with hands-on industry knowledge. Our authors hold qualifications including Level 3 Personal Training qualifications, Advanced Sports Nutrition certifications, and specialist credentials in yoga, spin and more, many of which were gained through OriGym’s own accredited courses.

Kim is a fully qualified Level 2 Fitness Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer with specialist qualifications in yoga, nutrition, and spin. With years of experience working in one of the UK’s most popular gym chains, Kim is excited to keep readers informed on industry trends and developments. She has since used her expertise to gain features in the likes of Stylist and The Independent.

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James Bickerstaff

James is a qualified Personal Trainer and Nutritionist, earning his certifications with OriGym. He’s particularly interested in running and meal planning, helping inexperienced individuals gain a newfound sense of confidence. His knowledge on relevant and trending topics has earned him features in publications such as Yahoo News and The Mirror.

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James Brady

James achieved his Personal Training Diploma with OriGym, and has since gone on to earn a Level 4 Advanced Sports Nutrition qualification. He believes daily exercise, especially running, is imperative in keeping him motivated and productive. As a result, he has a particular interest in the psychology of physical and mental health. James has also wrote for popular outlets, including Metro and Yahoo News.

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Rebecca Felton

Rebecca has a passion for all things fitness, particularly weightlifting. As part of the OriGym team, she’s excited to share her love for creating fitness content centred around workouts and gym culture. When she’s not at the gym Rebecca is a big football fan and watches matches regularly.

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Alice Williams

Alice is a qualified yoga instructor, who completed her training in one of India’s finest schools. Now, she’s gained experience teaching classes filled with passionate students and working in studios across the UK. Alice’s expertise has got her featured in outlets such as Stylist and the Daily Express.

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Chloe Twist

Chloe qualified as a Personal Trainer and Advanced Sports Nutrition Specialist with OriGym. Working closely with her clients, she developed a passion for helping others hit their fitness goals. Chloe has used her years of expertise to offer quotes for outlets such as The Daily Star and The Express.

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Luke Hughes

Luke is the Co-Founder of OriGym and a qualified Level 4 Personal Trainer with specialist credentials across health, fitness, nutrition, and business. He holds a first-class degree in Sport and Exercise alongside an MSc in Sport and Nutrition, giving him extensive expertise within the industry. Luke has also contributed to a range of major publications, including Men’s Health, Women’s Health, The Daily Telegraph, The Guardian, Metro, Cosmopolitan, The Mirror, and The Standard.

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Abbie Watkins

Abbie is a Level 3 qualified Personal Trainer with an advanced certification in Nutrition, both of which she completed with OriGym. Abbie is particularly interested in women's training and is passionate about inspiring women to get involved in fitness. Her knowledge and experience relevant to health and fitness has earned her features in top publications including Men’s Health, Stylist and the Daily Express.

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Emily Evans

Emily is an avid hiker and fitness enthusiast, regularly attending group workout classes at her local gym. When she’s not working out, she’s researching healthy recipes to pair with her current exercise programme. Emily is excited to share her passions with OriGym readers, with the hopes of inspiring others to get active.

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Liam Donohoe

Liam’s passion for endurance training led him to completing his first half marathon in 2023, before progressing further to ultra marathon status in 2025. When he’s not running, Liam stays active with weight training and regular gym sessions.

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Jessie Florence Jones

Jessie's love for yoga began during lockdown and has since taken her to studios across the UK. Learning from some of the country’s most influential teachers, Jessie brings a unique insight into yogi culture and the booming industry. Outside of classes, she uses her love of yoga to gain features in popular publications such as Metro and National World.

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Erin McDonough

Erin has worked with fitness professionals across the Wirral and Liverpool, expanding her knowledge and love for wellbeing content. From yoga to strength training, Erin regularly attends classes and stays up to date with all of the latest industry trends across all social media platforms.

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Zac Yeo

Zac qualified as a Personal Trainer and Nutrition specialist with OriGym. With a keen interest in monitoring fitness trends, Zac is always looking to create content that inspires people to get involved and start working out. He has since brought his experienced voice to publications such as The Daily Star.

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Dee Hammond-Blackburn

Dee’s love of lifestyle content inspired her to become a Personal Trainer and Nutrition Specialist, qualifying with OriGym. She has since gone on to help countless others enthusiasts perfect their training routines. As part of the OriGym team, she’s shared her experience with media outlets such as The Daily Express.

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Rachel Stevens

Rachel’s passion for water-based sports led her to earning her 1-star qualification in kayaking. She has since developed her love of fitness even further and is excited to share her strong interest in active lifestyle content with OriGym readers.

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Annie Williams

Annie is a qualified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist, earning both certifications with OriGym. She later developed a specialism in the effects of fitness on physical wellbeing and mental health. With experience in these areas, she has provided expert quotes for publications such as Net Doctor.

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George Aird

George earned his Level 3 Personal Training qualification with OriGym, holding a special interest in online marketing. In particular, George’s passion lies in offering professional advice and guidance to students who dream of becoming self-employed business owners.

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Chris Allsobrook

Chris is a qualified Level 3 Personal Trainer, and is currently undertaking his Level 4 Sports Nutrition Course with OriGym. Chris’ favourite aspect of being a PT is teaching and guiding others, a trait he’s now sharing with our students. With his unique viewpoint on fitness, he’s been featured in outlets such as Newsweek.

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Lauren Banks

Lauren holds a strong passion for health and fitness, with a focus on creating wellbeing content designed to motivate others. In particular, she enjoys sharing this knowledge with our readers to keep them informed on all the latest goings-on in the fitness industry.

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Harry Griffiths

Harry is a Level 3 Personal Trainer, getting qualified with OriGym. He enjoys coaching his clients through a wide variety of techniques and training styles, particularly in weightlifting. One of Harry’s greatest motivators is offering his client’s advice and support whenever they need it; he's now bringing that same dedication to the OriGym team.

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