With over 30 years in the construction industry as a carpenter and joiner, I lived a fast-paced life shaped by intense martial arts, CrossFit®, and unhealthy habits. Like many, I believed I was staying fit—until chronic injuries and illness forced a complete rethink.

That turning point led me to explore bodyweight movement, where I quickly realised how repetitive and restricted my patterns had become—through both work and training. This sparked a deep learning journey.

Since then, I’ve trained in Cert 3&4 Personal Training, Animal Flow®, Functional Range Conditioning & Assessment®, Kinstretch®, and the Oxygen Advantage® method.

It was the breathwork that truly shifted my understanding of health & wellness. Through Oxygen Advantage®, I saw how unbalanced my nervous system had become—and how breath could support real recovery, resilience, and performance. It changed the way I train, coach, and live.

Today, I work 1-2-1, and with small groups from a private studio in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire. My approach is grounded, practical, and personal—shaped by real experience and respect for each individual’s journey.

At home, I share life with my wife and three children. We’re on a home education and food-growing path—living in a way that feels strong, sustainable, and true.

If you’d like to explore how we could work together, I’d love to hear from you.

Website – https://embraceflow.co.uk/breathing-and-strength-coaching/

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