Approximately 10 years ago I decided to find a personal trainer. I went into several fitness shops in Glasgow and in each shop I was given the name Stephen Brodie.

My first session with Stephen did not involve any physical activity it was an opportunity for us to get to know each other, for Stephen to find out what I wanted from the training sessions and the best way to achieve it.

Do not expect someone in their twenties that has just finished a college course, as you would find in every high street gym. Expect someone that has dedicated their life to personal training, nutrition, human anatomy and movement, someone that has spent thousands of hours researching and perfecting their chosen field.

Only upon reflection can I see that my fitness improved immensely with Stephen.

From someone that played football for an hour, with frequent breaks to catch my breath to a person that could train with Stephen for 90minutes and then immediately an hour of football.

As a solicitor I am very selective as to the people I trust. Stephen’s character is without question.

He quickly developed from being my personal trainer to a close trusted friend.