Paul Ridgeway Fitness

Paul Ridgeway Fitness is a specialized personal training studio located in Harpenden, UK, dedicated exclusively to adults aged 40 and over. Led by Paul Ridgeway, a certified personal trainer with over a decade of experience, the gym offers a bespoke approach to fitness that cuts through the noise of generic advice. Paul’s unique background in advertising allows him to communicate clearly and effectively, helping clients navigate the complexities of aging and fitness with confidence.

The core philosophy at Paul Ridgeway Fitness revolves around strength, mobility, and longevity. Recognizing that fitness needs change as we age, the training programs are specifically tailored to address the physical realities of the 40s and beyond. Sessions focus on building and maintaining muscle mass to combat natural aging, improving bone density, and unlocking joint mobility to ensure clients can move freely and feel agile. Whether you are new to training or returning after a break, the approach is designed to leave you feeling strong and capable, not depleted.

Training takes place in a private gym setting at Aldwick Lodge, ensuring a supportive and focused environment. Paul specializes in working with individuals facing injuries, back issues, or joint problems, using functional movement and resistance training to resolve these pain points while building a robust physical foundation. The sessions typically last one hour and combine mobility work, strength training, and stretching to provide a holistic workout.

Paul is highly qualified, holding Level 3 Personal Trainer certification, and possesses advanced expertise in resistance training, functional movement, kettlebell training, and core conditioning. His personal journey from an advertising executive to a fitness professional was sparked by a need to find balance and health in his own mid-forties, a mission he now shares with his clients. He offers flexible training options, including single sessions at £40 and a value-driven block of 10 sessions plus one free for £400.

For more information or to book a session, contact Paul at 07415 192828 or via email at [email protected]. Visit the studio at: Aldwick Lodge, Wheathampstead Road, Harpenden, AL5 1AA.

Paul Ridgeway Fitness: Reviews

5/5 (2 Reviews)

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Maxine White Published on 9 years ago

Fantastic experience: Having decided I had to do more than the occasional cycle, as I wasn't getting any fitter or smaller, I started training with Paul. Not having had a Personal Trainer before I was still slightly anxious before I started training as to what I'd be expected to do and where I'd be expected to do it! But it couldn't have been a better experience. Paul has a professional and comprehensive gym at his family home with more than enough equipment. He's qualified, extremely knowledgeable, encouraging and highly supportive and I have already seen a big difference in my shape in the six short weeks that I have been training with him. My training is targeted, intensive and, most importantly timed to fit in with my schedule. Paul is also helping/educating me with regards to my diet and specifics around what to eat and when, which has helped massively. I'm now looking forward to the next six weeks and the progress that we'll make in that timeframe. Can't recommend him enough.

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Thank you Maxine

Stuart Atwell Published on 9 years ago

Fantastic experience: Having Paul train me has been so much more effective than my gym membership. He is professional; he's dedicated; he's organised; he's motivating; sometimes he's even funny! He will listen carefully to you, your aims and priorities and devise a continually changing and challenging programme. And his approach works - I noticed real body changes within 4 weeks.

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Thank you Katie

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