Meet OriGym’s Authors

James achieved his Personal Training Diploma with OriGym and has since gone on to earn a Level 5 Advanced Sports Nutrition qualification. He also holds a Masters Degree from The University of Manchester. Before qualifying, he developed a passion for fitness after joining the gym as part of his local rowing group. He now works as a personal trainer and holds over 5 years of experience, helping his clients balance their physical and mental health. For James, daily exercise (especially running) is central to staying motivated and productive, which has sparked a particular interest in the psychology of physical and mental wellbeing and how movement supports both. James has also written for popular outlets including Yahoo News, Metro, Men’s Journal and Express, contributing expert commentary on topics such as the effects of working out whilst in a negative mood.

James is a qualified Level 4 personal trainer, Level 5 nutrition coach, and holds a Masters Degree from Liverpool John Moores University. Before qualifying, he found a passion for helping others when his friends would come to him for advice. He now works as a personal trainer and holds 5 years experience in the role. Primarily supporting newcomers, James wants to reduce anxiety surrounding the gym and make it a safe and welcoming space for everyone. His areas of specialisation include running and meal planning, with a focus on helping inexperienced individuals build lasting confidence and sustainable habit-based routines. James’ knowledge on relevant and trending health and fitness topics have seen him featured in publications such as Yahoo News and Healthline, where he’s contributed expert commentary on the likes of ‘the importance of warm-ups’.

Abbie is a Level 4 personal trainer with an advanced Level 5 qualification in sports nutrition, both completed at OriGym. She also holds both a BSc in Psychology from the University of Liverpool and achieved a 1st class MA from Edge Hill University Abbie found her passion in women-focused fitness classes, where her instructors inspired her to get qualified. Now a personal trainer with 7+ years of experience, Abbie supports women of all skill levels, from complete newcomers to fitness enthusiasts seeking 1-to-1 guidance and tailored advice. With specialist interest in the likes of Barre, Pilates, and Strength Training, Abbie wants to boost her clients’ confidence and inspire other women to find their own love for working out and staying fit. Her knowledge and experience across health and fitness has earned her features in top publications including Men’s Health, GQ, and Cosmopolitan. Where she has contributed expert commentary on topics such as celebrity fitness trends, and how to stay safe working out during heatwaves.

Alice Williams BA (Hons) 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.

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, Jessie has completed her BA (Hons) and uses her love of yoga to gain features in popular publications such as Metro and National World.

Michelle’s passion for exercise and nutritional science led her to complete a BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science and an MSc in Human Nutrition. She is also a qualified Level 4 Personal Trainer and Level 5 Sports Nutritionist, having completed both qualifications with OriGym. During her studies, Michelle developed a particular interest in the relationship between nutrition, exercise and overall health. Her BSc dissertation explored the effects of heat therapy on metabolic adaptations, while her MSc research examined the effects of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids on some of the most prevalent mental health disorders. Alongside her academic and professional qualifications, Michelle has a lifelong passion for sport and fitness, with a particular interest in rugby league, she is also a 2nd Dan karate instructor. Michelle uses her expertise to contribute informed, evidence-based content across health, nutrition, fitness and personal training.

Luke Co-Founded OriGym in 2015, with the goal of making high-quality fitness education accessible to any student with a passion. With over 15 years experience in the fitness industry, Luke holds multiple prestigious qualifications, such as: First Class BSc Degree in Sports and Exercise MSc in Sports and Nutrition Level 4 Personal Trainer Qualification Multiple Level 5 Qualifications - Including Advanced Sports Nutrition Luke has also contributed his expert commentary to major publications including Men’s Health, Women’s Health, The Telegraph, Metro, Cosmopolitan, The Mirror, and The Standard. He has also conducted in-depth research into industry-relevant topics such as ‘The Gym-timidation Report’ which explored gender experiences in fitness spaces. His industry-experience and expertise has seen OriGym grow into the UK’s highest rated training provider.

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.

Chris is a qualified Level 4 Personal Trainer, and is currently undertaking his Level 5 Sports Nutrition Course with OriGym. He holds a BA (Hons) and PGCE Degree respectively. 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.

Chloe BA (Hons) 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.

Kim is a fully qualified Level 3 Fitness Instructor and Level 4 Personal Trainer with specialist qualifications in yoga, nutrition, and spin. She also holds a Masters Degree With years of experience working in 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.

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.