Shout out to Dani — our Member of the Month for May. 🏆
Dani put in serious work, racked up points and held off some stiff competition to take the title for the second year running — this time earning herself the red hoodie! ❤️
Her journey’s been nothing short of phenomenal. She’s been through some tough times personally, but has continued to show up, stay consistent, and prioritise her training.
Exercise has played a huge part in helping her stay focused and grounded — it’s been her anchor through it all.
We’re proud to have her as part of the community.�Well done, Dani! Enjoy that hoodie and keep up the brilliant work. 💪🏻🐦🔥
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I’ve just looked back at a photo from the day Mack was born. Tiny, helpless, couldn’t do a thing. Now he’s chatting away, full of personality, independence and cheek. ❤️
He’s smart, funny, sharp, and I’m constantly blown away by how quickly he’s growing and learning. I’m a proud dad, loving exactly where he’s at right now and feeling so lucky.
We’re taking him to the zoo today. Even though me and Becky aren’t together anymore, it’s nice to spend the day together for his birthday. Just feels right.
Happy 3rd birthday, Mack 🥳
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We just wrapped up another Spartan training session this afternoon — 12pm, blazing sunshine, and a seriously brutal workout that earned us all an ice cream at the end 🍦. Massive shoutout to the crew who turned up and put in work — you know who you are. The effort was top tier.
While I was cooling down, it got me reflecting. I’ve been coaching group training sessions for 11 years now. Did some quick calculations — and I reckon I’ve coached over 3,000 sessions in that time.
It’s wild to think how much has changed in that time, and how much has stayed the same. Writing great sessions is still one of the things I get the most joy and fulfilment from. And I’ll be honest — the Spartan workouts are some of the hardest I’ve ever written. Sometimes I sit there thinking "Is this too much?"... then remember I’ve got to lead from the front and do them too 💪🏻
Running this business for 11 years has taken relentless effort — but that’s no different to someone who’s worked their way up in a job, or just found the strength to show up and face another day. We’re all on our own path, and we’re all exactly where we’re meant to be.
I’m grateful every day — not just for the gym, but for being here now. Born in the 80s, not the 1800s. Present at the peak of human evolution. Never take that for granted, or the sacrifices of those who came before us.
The highs, the lows, the 18-hour days, the setbacks and wins… it’s all been part of it. And I wouldn’t change a thing. Nothing happened to me — it happened for me.
The mission hasn’t changed:
✅ To be the best part of our members’ day.
✅ A place they look forward to.
✅ A community they feel proud to be part of.
✅ Somewhere safe, fun, challenging, supportive — and never boring.
That’s the goal — and seeing the gym the way it is today, feeling the energy, seeing the connections, watching people grow in strength and confidence — it means the world to me.
So thank you — to every member past and present, to James and Tom for believing in the vision, and to the entire Phoenix community. I’m proud of everything we’ve built… and we’re only just getting started.
Here’s to the next chapter. 🔥
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Mark’s just finished his 6 Week Challenge — and he’s 11lbs down.
He’s also built muscle, increased his strength, and shown up consistently with a solid attitude and willingness to push himself.
He’s followed the nutrition guidelines while keeping it realistic — healthy meals at work, a couple of social events, but staying on track 80–90% of the time. That’s the sweet spot.
Training wise, he’s been hitting progressive sessions with dumbbells, kettlebells, conditioning tools like the ropes, rower and SkiErg. As well as classic barbell lifts. 💪🏻
Big result. Better habits. Let’s keep going. 🐦🔥
#PhoenixFitness #6WeekChallenge #FatLossJourney #ProgressNotPerfection #StrengthTraining
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"𝐈’𝐦 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞…"
We’ve all said it. And honestly, it makes sense — life feels busy, messy, unpredictable.
But here’s the gentle truth:
There’s rarely ever a “perfect” time.
Work won’t slow down.
Schedules won’t magically clear.
Motivation doesn’t just appear out of nowhere.
At some point, you have to choose to begin — even if it’s not perfect.
Because in a few weeks, you’ll either be right where you are now…
Or already on your way to feeling stronger, healthier, more confident.
Trust yourself. You’re more ready than you think.
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Michael’s 75. He’s had both knees replaced. Never trained before joining us.
Now? He’s lost 9kg, is lifting heavier than ever, and this week he was doing dumbbell plank drags like a pro.
He’s stronger, leaner, more mobile, and has far more energy in everyday life — still gets stuck into DIY jobs and doesn’t miss a beat in sessions.
This isn’t luck. It’s smart, structured training — built on free weights, TRX, bodyweight, and movement that challenges him just the right amount.
Michael’s proof that you can get amazing results with the right support, no matter your age, injury history, or experience level.
We love having him in the gym. Quietly gets the work done every time. Top effort. 🐦🔥
#PhoenixFitness #StrongAtAnyAge #WeightTraining #ClientResults #FunctionalFitness
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Our members were in the gym first thing this morning — moving with purpose, lifting with intent, and setting the tone for the week ahead.
Starting the week with training isn’t just about the workout. It’s about building momentum early — Monday and Tuesday sessions help set the intention for everything else that follows.
When we move well, fuel our bodies right, and stay consistent, we feel better in and out of the gym. Stay hydrated, lift strong, challenge your reps, and recover properly. That’s where progress is made 💪🏻🐦🔥
#PhoenixFitness #TrainWithPurpose #StartStrong #ProgressiveOverload #LiftFuelRecover #MoveWellFeelBetter #BuildMomentum
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Today was a scorcher — 30° heat and a midday session… but the Spartans showed up strong. King Leonidas would be proud. ⚔️
We powered through three circuits targeting every muscle group we’ll need to crush the obstacles on 12th July.
Today’s special treat? Army crawls… which everyone said they “really enjoyed” and think we should do more often. 😅
Luckily, we came prepared — post session ice cream for the squad. 🍦👌🏻
Well done, Spartans. Same time next Saturday — let’s go again. 🐦🔥⚔️
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🌟 𝐇𝐮𝐠𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐙𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐤𝐚 🌟
She’s been a force in the gym lately — consistent, hardworking, always bringing the energy, and lifting up everyone around her. Whether it's training, pushing the pace in partner work, or getting ready for the Spartan Race in July, she leads from the front 💪🏻🔥
We finally got her hands on this Phoenix hoodie — after a bit of a wait due to stock delays and a wrong delivery. Worth holding out though... soft, premium quality, no bubbling in the wash — basically, the kind of hoodie that lasts and feels amazing.
This was actually for being our 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡, but recognition is never late when it’s this well deserved 🙌🏻
Zdenka, you’re a legend. Enjoy the hoodie (not that you’ll need it this week 😉)!
#PhoenixMember #CommunityVibes #SpartanReady #PhoenixFitness #MemberRecognition #BetterLateThanNever
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“𝐈 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭…”
We hear that a lot.
But that’s like saying:
“I need to learn to swim before I take swimming lessons.”
It just doesn’t add up.
Our members start at all levels — from total beginners to experienced lifters.
We meet you where you're at.
No pressure. Just progress.
You don’t need to be fit to start.
𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐢𝐭.
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Kicked off another week the right way 💪🏻
It’s all about owning the process — pushing yourself in the gym, eating right, and staying consistent.
No one’s doing it for you. You’ve got to want it enough to put the work in 🐦🔥🔥
#phoenixfitness #huntingdonfitness #grouptraining #gymcommunity #mondaymotivation
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Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Especially the gym bros putting in the work 💪🏻
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We smashed a killer session in the heat today, putting in the work to prepare for race day on 12th July. It was tough, but that’s the point — obstacle prep, conditioning, and learning to push under fatigue.
If you want to be ready, you’ve got to train like it.
Same again next week 🔁🔥
#PhoenixSpartans #SpartanTraining #OCRPrep #Huntingdon #TrainForMore
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Whether your goal is to get stronger, move better, build muscle or stay injury free — learning how to squat well can make a big difference.
At our recent workshop, we focused on the back squat, helping members dial in technique, build confidence, and push their limits under the bar. There are plenty of squat variations out there — from goblet squats to the beloved (🤥) Bulgarian split squat — and they’ve all got their place, depending on the individual.
It was a proper community afternoon: coaches on hand, members helping members, lots of laughs — and loads of people hitting personal bests.
We include these workshops in our memberships as a way to give back, grow confidence, and keep people progressing. Helping someone squat better doesn’t just improve their lifting — it improves how they feel in and outside the gym.
We’re proud of the culture we’ve built, and sessions like this are a big part of it. 🐦🔥
#PhoenixFitness #Huntingdon #SquatWorkshop #StrengthTraining #CommunityVibes #TrainTogether
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Too busy to get in shape?
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There are 7 days in the week.
7 colours in the rainbow.
7 basic human movements your body must master to be strong, capable, and injury resistant.
At Phoenix Fitness, we train you to move well. We don’t just burn calories or focus on aesthetics—we train for real, functional strength using what your body was built to do:
𝐏𝐮𝐬𝐡 – Prowler, bench press, overhead barbell work
𝐏𝐮𝐥𝐥 – TRX rows, sled pulls, gorilla rows
𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐭 – Bodyweight, goblet, back—we coach them all
𝐋𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐞 – Forward, reverse, lateral
𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞 – Kettlebell swings, RDLs, deadlifts
𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 – Anti-rotational core work, landmine rotation, Russian twist
𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐭 – Carries, runs, walkouts, long jumps
Across a week, sometimes in a single session, our members complete all these movement patterns. In just 50 minutes, you get a well rounded, structured, and goal oriented workout. Finding time to train can be tough, so when you do, make it count!
This isn’t just training—it’s preparing your body for life’s challenges.
#huntingdon #phoenixfitness #primaltraining #functionalfitness #strengthtraining
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Wow — can’t believe this popped up on my timeline today.
This was 9 years ago… Standing in the middle of my first ever gym, feeling proud (and a bit knackered) after laying the floor.
By this point, we’d already ripped up the old surface, re-levelled it, and got stuck into fitting the rubber flooring — a massive job at the time, but one we were fully committed to getting right.
Blood, sweat, and tears went into getting this place open. We had a solid plan, passion, belief, and a big vision.
Crazy to think that same floor is still perfectly intact 9 years later — and we’re still going strong.
Thanks to everyone who’s been part of this journey so far. 🐦🔥🦁💪🏻
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Ever feel like your upper body strength lags behind other muscles?
You’re not alone. That’s exactly why we include overhead carries like this.
Jemma’s working on herself, right by our motivation wall — the latest addition to 10 years of building a space that lifts people up.
Phoenix isn’t just a gym. It’s where you grow. 💪🏻
#StrengthForLife #PhoenixFitness #FitnessCommunity
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This is why we do what we do. 💥
Monika says Phoenix is the 𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑠𝑡 𝑔𝑦𝑚 𝑠ℎ𝑒’𝑠 𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑠𝑡𝑢𝑐𝑘 𝑡𝑜 — and that it’s the best thing to happen to her fitness journey. 🙌🏻
No pressure. No judgment. Just smart training, great energy, and a team that truly cares.
We’re not here just to “motivate” you — we’re here to help you fall in love with training and get real results.
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Let’s be honest — barbell roll-outs are savage. 🥵
Most people would quietly avoid them… but not here. Elisa’s smashing through them because that’s how you build real strength.
At Phoenix, we coach, challenge and support every step of the way. No shortcuts. Just progress. 🐦🔥🔥
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This is what it looks like when you give it your all.
Whatever you’re training for — strength, stamina, or just some stress relief — show up, bring the energy, and give it your absolute best. You’ll always be rewarded for the effort. 💪🏻
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Up the boys — we did it! That race was an absolute beast. The hard training paid off, and while we’re broken, we’re still smiling. The water? Let’s just say we now smell like something that’s been dead a while… #phoenixspartans @paul_vincent88 @tom_purser
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Down in Reading with my fellow #PhoenixSpartans — locked in and ready to take on the BEAST tomorrow! One last thing before we crush it… carbs. All the carbs. Let’s go! @tom_purser @paul_vincent88 #spartanrace 🐦🔥⚔️
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Exercise isn’t just about getting in shape – it’s one of the most powerful tools for your mind too.
Movement clears the head, lifts the mood, and builds resilience.
Exercise = therapy.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #PhoenixFitness #RealStrength
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Group training > going it alone 👊🏻
Lifting alone can be tough. Staying motivated, figuring out your weights, wondering if your technique is right… it’s easy to skip.
But at Phoenix, we do things differently.
✅ You’ve got your coach guiding every rep
✅ A solid community to train alongside
✅ A timetable that helps you stay consistent
✅ Accountability to show up and work hard
Workouts feel easier (and way more fun) with others around you — and you push yourself more too.
Over the years, we’ve seen friendships, nights out, coffee catch-ups, even a wedding and baby come out of this place… Shout out Laura & Steve! 🍼
If you’re tired of starting Mondays feeling flat or like you’re always playing catch-up — come see how we do things here at Phoenix.
You just might love it here.
#GroupTraining #PhoenixFitness #StrengthTraining
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𝐒𝐮𝐧’𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐭. 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 — 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐳𝐳 𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥. 😎
Phoenix members are showing up, working hard, and building serious momentum for summer. We've had some cracking sessions recently! 💪🏻
Holidays, weddings, BBQs — or just wanting to feel better in your own skin…
Now’s the time to put in the work. 👊🏻
This place runs on good vibes, big lifts, and real results.
Let’s get it. 🐦🔥
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𝐓𝐨𝐦’𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐨 𝐟𝐚𝐫 — 𝟑𝟎𝐥𝐛𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫
When Tom joined us at Phoenix, he was at his heaviest — 94kg. He hadn’t trained properly in a couple of years, clothes weren’t fitting right, and he was just feeling off. Time and motivation were the main blockers — like it is for so many people juggling family and work.
But he was ready for a change.
A year later, he’s dropped over 30lbs — slow and steady — averaging 2.5lbs a month. And it’s not just what the scales say. He’s built strength, muscle, and confidence, and it shows from every angle in his photos.
From the front, back and side you can clearly see:
• Leaner waist and much less around the stomach
• Shoulders and chest more defined
• Stronger arms and better posture
• Noticeable muscle through the back
• A calmer, more confident look overall
The graph says it all — consistent progress over time, no crazy diets or unrealistic routines.
He’s now into parkruns, lifts heavy, and actually enjoys training. He’s got proper power on all the big lifts and shows up to our workshops wanting to get better. Plus, he’s made mates here — the community side of Phoenix really matters.
One thing worth mentioning — his wife Charlotte makes insanely good cakes. We tried some at our charity event last year and yeah, resisting those is a whole challenge of its own 😅
Massive credit to Tom. He’s done the work, stayed focussed, and it’s paid off.
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𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲’𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐞 🌶️
60 seconds on / 20 seconds off
x3 rounds of:
🔥 Long Jump
💪 Kettlebell Deadlift
⛷️ Ski Erg
💥 Rocking Plank
Explosive → Strength → Cardio → Core.
It’s not just random — there’s always structure behind what we do.
When our clients carve time out of their busy lives to train, we make sure it counts.
Every session is built to challenge, develop, and push people to new levels 💥
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☝🏻 Shout out to Paul for claiming the number one spot as March’s Member of the Month at Phoenix Fitness! 🏆🐦🔥
He’s had his eyes on that hoodie for a while, and it was a proud moment handing it over this morning. 💪🏻
Paul joined us with a clear mission — to completely level up his health and fitness. The progress has been 𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑟𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑏𝑙𝑒:
🔥 Leaner
🏋️♂️ Stronger
🏃♂️ Fitter
🧠 Committed with a driven attitude
Not only has he transformed physically, but his attitude and consistency have been next level. He even dragged me over the line in Saturday night’s half marathon — set the pace, pushed hard, and got it done. 👊🏻
Now he's working towards joining the police, and I’ve no doubt he’ll absolutely smash it.
𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝, 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥. 𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦.
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"𝐖𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲."
— 𝑆𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑐𝑎
The journey to a stronger, healthier body isn’t about perfection. It’s about turning up — even when it’s uncomfortable.
• Growth begins the moment you step outside your comfort zone.
• Discipline in training builds discipline in life.
• A strong body creates a strong mind — clarity, resilience, and confidence.
Start. Stay consistent. Trust the process.
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