Our staff at Preston

Mel Blackmore

Wellbeing Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

Mel is committed to enhancing people’s lives by providing personal training in a fun and enthusiastic manner. She makes a difference to your fitness by providing extra support, motivation, fresh ideas and variety to every session.

My qualifications

  • REPS Level 3

What my Clients say:

“Mel is passionate and committed to getting you results, from injury recovery, weight loss, to training for a half marathon. Her endless enthusiasm, specialist knowledge, and determined belief in me is unique and appreciated, that’s part of what makes her superb at what she does” - Eileen

Denton Burchall

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

  • I will work with you on your strengths as well as your weaknesses
  • With worldwide experience from Bermuda to Preston and over 10 years of experience in the industry helping everyone from professional athletes to regular people and our older generation, focusing on strength, mobility and longevity

My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

What my Clients say:

"Coach Denton is one of the best personal trainers that I have worked with! I began training with Coach Denton in 2018 and through his guidance and vast knowledge I was able to transform my body from being overweight and unhealthy. I successfully reached my fitness and nutrition goals by the summer of 2019. Also, I have continued to maintain a healthy lifestyle long after I completed training with him. Coach Denton totally understands the science of fitness and he knows how to actively achieve and maintain client motivation.No matter what a person’s fitness goals entail, Coach Denton is the right person to help you get there whilst providing a safe, supportive and upbeat environment!" - JP

Tom Carling

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

  • Tom will work with you to help you achieve your fitness goals
  • Tom's aim is to make sure that your sessions are fun yet challenging
  • He's here to help to build up your confidence in the gym environment 

My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

What my Clients say:

"I had been training with Tom for a couple of months but the difference he has made is incredible! I enjoy the variety and challenge he puts into the workouts and the push he gives me to achieve my potential. On days where I have little faith in myself, Tom is always there with his support which really helps me get through each session and if something isn’t working for me he will find another alternative that does. Thanks to Tom I have noticed a difference in how I feel about myself mentally and physically. Tom has been superb in tailoring a plan that best suits me and my goals. I could not recommend Tom enough if you are looking for someone who is professional yet friendly and who is committed to you and your goals!"

Nicky Coupe

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

Nicky is a highly experienced Personal Trainer helping a wide variety of people achieve their goals.

She loves seeing her clients grow in confidence as well as grow in strength as she helps them reach their full potential, from mobility training to lifting heavy weights.

What makes her different is she has been through the process herself, having lost over 2 stone and overcoming an eating disorder through resistance training. If you see her in the gym, please say hello!

My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

What my Clients say:

“Every session I have, Nicky pushes me beyond what I thought my limits were. I’ve gone from not being able to Squat to Squatting 70kg. The programs she writes for me are so varied and work perfectly around my lifestyle, so I have gone from having to train to WANTING to train. If a trainer is what you need, Nicky is the one.” – Sally

Holly Dodoo

Wellbeing Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

With years of experience working with ante and postnatal clients Holly has trained many women through this challenging time of their life. She specialises in treating diastasis recti, improving posture and teaching good movement, helping you to achieve a stronger and more functional body. She is a working mum of two and understands the obstacles that can come with this. She can help you with a realistic progressive program that is tailored to your body and your schedule.

My qualifications

  • REPS Level 3

What my Clients say:

"I never anticipated the results a mere 3 months in, after 12 weeks the separation in my abdominal wall had closed significantly, I was off pain relief and there was no longer the need for surgery. Holly has quite literally changed my life"

Katrina Graves

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

My specialist areas are:

  • Designing bespoke programmes to suit your abilities and goals.
  • Assess movement dysfunctions and remedy common postural imbalances

I am also one of Nuffield Health's joint pain prevention and long covid rehab specialists. If you would like any advice or to book a taster session please don’t hesitate to email me or chat to me on the gym floor.

My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

What my Clients say:

"When I started my journey to become fitter and mentally healthier I had no idea where to start. With the help and guidance of Katrina, I now feel confident in the gym. I am getting to where I want to be physically and mentally. Katrina has made me enjoy the gym and I look forward to our sessions."

Jade Lago

Wellbeing Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

It’s my goal to see my clients achieving their goals. My aim is to help you go from struggling with where to start to becoming confident in your workouts and enjoying the gym!

After going on a fitness and weight loss journey myself, along with having a young daughter, I can really empathise with your journey ahead and personally understand how hard it can be. I will use my experience and knowledge to help your overcome the hurdles you face on a day to day basis to help you get the results you are looking for.

I am all about enjoying your workout and think everyone should and can look forward to their time in the gym. When creating workout plans I start with what my client enjoys and build up from there factoring all their needs. My aim for every client to leave having enjoyed getting a step closer to their goal. Whatever your goal whether it be short term for an upcoming event or more long term to improve health and fitness, lets see how I can help you achieve them!

Jess Mayers

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

Jess is outgoing, dedicated, enthusiastic and punctual. She is always organised and thorough when delivering a session to ensure the client fully understands. Jess expanded her knowledge working in America for 3 months. 

My qualifications

  • REPS Level 3

What my Clients say:

“Before I started training with Jess I thought I knew everything about training, and how wrong I was, I am always learning new exercises and how to train and where I need to change up my diet. PT is the best thing I’ve spent my money on”

James Procter

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

James is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of his clients. He has over 8 years of experience in the industry and follows a plant-based diet. He uses the knowledge he has acquired to work with clients to help them on their fitness journey. James' aims are to create fitness programs that are engaging, educational, challenging and fun and to help his clients make more sustainable and healthy lifestyle choices.

What my Clients say:

"James is a very knowledgeable person and trainer. He is flexible and approachable with new training ideas or methods you might want to try. As well as, bringing his own unique training style into his PT sessions."

"His sessions are fun whilst being challenging and make you feel a sense of accomplishment when you finish with him. Whilst he might waffle about being vegan, he does every-now-and-again talk some sense, which will benefit you and your lifestyle in the long run."

Michael Wilson

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

Michael J Wilson is an elite athlete, having been a competitive swimmer from a very young age. With his 20 years coaching experience both in the pool and the gym, Michael aims to make you mobile, strong and stable enough to help improve both your athletic performance and everyday life.


My qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

What my Clients say:

“Michael is a great coach; his sessions are always engaging and informative, and he has an encyclopaedic knowledge of exercises. He knows how to get the best performance out of you in every session. Just don’t ask him to do bicep curls."

Rebecca Woods

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

  • Build your confidence and help with your motivation
  • Help you achieve your goals
  • Tailor a personalised program
  • Introduce you to fun and challenging ways to improve your health and fitness

What my Clients say:

If motivation, flexibility and a friendly personal approach is what your looking for in a Personal Trainer, then Rebecca is the one for you.

I have not felt this good in a long time and it helped me achieve my first half marathon and 10 mile race which I had no intention or scope of doing this year.”


About Personal Training

Whatever your fitness level or goals, personal training can help you to become fitter, healthier and reach your personal targets.

A personal focus on you and your health and fitness needs

Sometimes we all need that extra encouragement, support, advice and motivation, whether you've just started out on your fitness journey or you’re aiming to run a marathon.

Building a great working relationship with Nuffield Health fitness staff can be a fun and very rewarding experience. They are there to educate and ensure you remain focused on your fitness goals.

Our dedicated and experienced Personal Trainers will help you:

  • Set realistic but challenging health goals
  • Track your progress
  • Improve your wellbeing
  • Increase your energy levels
  • Change your body composition