b'The app is a personal | HEALTH | QUICKFIRE Q&Atrainers dream WITH GYM USER JAMES:programming and planning for every member from theQ: How long have you been a member at Fitness Space?very first session, explained Matt Burton. Humans have suchA: Ive been training here since they opened in Sep 2018. varied genetic make-ups and the plan that works for oneIm a Forge Member which means I get one session of member is not guaranteed to work for another. MembersPersonal Training each week included in my membership. love seeing their DNA Report and it helps them understandAlongside the inclusive coaching session I see Matt another the action plan we have for them - it gives them more belief,two times per week by purchasing extra personal training.and therefore adherence to their programme.The DNA Test is combined with a Body CompositionQ: What was your main motivation for going to the analysis on the first day of their membership journey. Thegym?Body Composition analysis provides crucial data for theirA: I have suffered with knee pain for most of my adult life coaches, in order to help set attainable targets from day one.and have been working with Matt to get stronger and Body Weight, Muscle Mass, Body Fat %, Hydration Levels andmore mobile, which in turn has helped me be pain free. Metabolic Age are just a few of the metrics that are brokenOnce I was pain free, the focus changed to getting in better down by the coach with new members. Body Compositionphysical shape through building lean muscle mass. Its Analyses are then done on a monthly basis to track progressnow a huge part of my routine - I never envisioned myself and ensure the individualised plan is working. training regularly; squatting, deadlifting, doing pull-ups etc.The coaching team, recruited by Matt, have over 50 years of experience between them - they include one formerQ: Had you used a gym previouslyif so what makes and one current International athlete (Long Jump & JavelinFitness Space different?fit itness Space Surrey Quays couldnt be furtherrespectively), one former elite 5km / 10km Runner and oneA: I had never used a gym regularly prior to being a former National League Rugby Player. They combine theirmember here. I had seen numerous physios, personal knowledge of the industry with the Fitness Space Apptrainers and specialists regarding my knee but none had and state-of-the-art Technogym equipment to ensurestressed the importance of strength and conditioning FOR THE F from a traditional gym. Their light-filled, design- that all clients know exactly what they are doing whenalongside better mobility and stability in order to reduce they walk through the front door. By uploading a bespokehelp fix my knee.programme onto a members app, they never feel lost led environment and friendly ethos provideor unsure where to start or what to doa fear that is soQ: What do you like most about training at Fitness a head-space and training-space for theircommon in most commercial gyms. Space?members.The app is a personal trainers dream, said Matt, ourA: Although the trainers have come from elite sport With technology at the crux of their coaching, theirclients are empowered to get their programme done when& are clearly very experienced they are so friendly and MODERN results-driven and community-focused approach is helpingthey are training by themselves and we can keep an eye onwelcoming. The vibe is very chilled out, other members are hundreds of people (many of them brand new to fitness)what theyve done and how frequently they have trained.like minded and I always feel comfortable here, almost like AGE make progress every month towards the results they want.The combination of weekly one-to-one sessions alongsidea second home - haha!Set up by former international Long Jumper, Matt Burton,clients completing the sessions weve set them, guarantees along with his team of industry-leading coaches, Fitnessconsistency which in turn aids progression. Q: Would you recommend Fitness Space to your Space apply methods and technology usually found withinAll memberships include personal training and withfriends?Fitness Space Surrey elite sports to help educate and empower their members,their membership cap likely to reach quota in the newA: I always have and always will! I am always convincing Quays are celebrating anensuring accountability and amazing results.year, Fitness Space Surrey Quays has created a spacepeople to get down their and check them out, although DNA Testing is used at the start of a members journeythat is never overrun and a community that promotesI dont want too many people joining as I quite like how award-winning first year ofto find out what genetic predispositions they have. Thisconfidence within a gym setting. With more than 50% ofrelaxed it can be ;-)business this Autumn, havingallows trainers to gain an insight into their clients recoverytheir members having never used a gym before or having rate, carbohydrate sensitivity, saturated fat sensitivity andhad a negative experience elsewhere, they pride themselvesQ: Can you sum up Fitness Space Surrey Quays in three opened in September 2018.endurance vs. power profile.on empowering those that want to get results and guidingwords?The DNA Testing ensures that we are bespoke in ourmembers step-by-step to where they want to be. A: Friendly, State-of-the-art, Quality.FITNESS SPACE SURREY QUAYSUnit 3, 3 Aurora PointMarine WharfPlough WaySE16 7FQt: 0203 972 0350e: surreyquays@fitnessspace.comw:fitnessspace.com/surrey-quays12THE RIVER MAGAZINE|Spring 2018 THE RIVER MAGAZINE|Autumn 201913'