Friday Fire: Stu’s Story – Stronger, Lighter, and Loving It at 50

Starting Small and Steady

Stu joined GB1fitness in Milton Keynes, June 2023, beginning with just two circuit classes per week while also signing up for one2one personal training. Like many of our members, he started with a bit of hesitation—but he quickly found a rhythm and a routine that worked for him.

Fast forward to today, and he’s now training four times a week, lifting heavier, feeling stronger, and doing things he hadn’t done in years.

“The classes are amazing: the exercises, the formats, the flexibility—but most importantly, GB1 himself and the fellow class members.”

Stu back in early 202

Fitness Without Pressure – But Full of Progress

One thing Stu highlights again and again is the supportive environment.

“Nothing is pressurised, you’re not forced to complete certain targets. You control your own efforts and get out what you put in.”

It’s that philosophy that we talk about in Why ‘All or Nothing’ is Holding You Back—you don’t need perfection, you need consistency. And that’s exactly what Stu found.

Everyone supports each other, pushes one another to finish strong, and celebrates wins—whether it’s a new PB or just showing up on a tough day.

“We all help each other to the end and we all get a physical or verbal ‘pat on the back’.”

Stu back in 2017 (I think)

Hitting Milestones – and Dropping Kilos

Through regular circuit classes and one2one PT sessions with Graeme at the GB1 gym in Milton Keynes, Stu has seen some serious progress. He’s stronger, leaner, and feeling better than he has in years.

💥 This year, Stu dipped under 80kg for the first time in nearly a decade.

Not only that—he’s turned 50 feeling more body confident, more in control, and wishing he’d found this years ago.

“I so wish GB1fitness had been around ten years ago.”

Now look at Stu 💪

Join Stu – and See What You’re Capable Of

Stu’s advice is simple:

“I strongly suggest that you give GB1fitness a go. What do you have to lose?”

Whether you're looking to build strength, lose a few kilos, or just feel better in your body, GB1fitness in Milton Keynes gives you the flexibility, community, and support to get started—and to keep going.

💪 Join Stu and the GB1fitness crew today with your FREE 8-day trial. You don’t need to be fit to start—just ready to take that first step.

Or even enquire about one2one Personal Training, Graeme aka GB1 would be delighted to hear from you 😊

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