Vital Exercise

Fantastic experience: I first started coming here in February after a bout of bad health and wanting to feel stronger. As a person with mental health issues it’s so hard to get motivated and go out of my comfort zone but every session Ted and Lorraine are so supportive and almost make it easy. I’ve transformed so much in the past few months not just physically but mentally and I’m so grateful to the both of them! The perfect place to go if public gyms intimidate you or you hate long waits for equipment. A judgement free atmosphere for all types of people no matter your starting point. Couldn’t recommend enough!

Fantastic experience: If like me you struggle with pushing yourself at the gym then I can highly recommend Vital Exercise. Ted just knows exactly what to say to keep me going during the reps. I have gained confidence muscle and lost weight

Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Vital Fitness for the past 6 months, prompted by feeling that my body was aging even faster than I was (stiffness, aches, loss of muscle). So after thinking about doing something for a very long time, I finally got proactive and made the move to begin prioritising my health and fitness by meeting with Lorraine and Ted to discuss what I wanted to achieve. Since then Lorraine has guided me through the use of the equipment, adding in various floor exercises to target specific areas as needed. For me, having the 1:1 focus and attention from Lorraine is really motivating - she is quite the expert in gauging how much you are capable of managing, which ensures you get the most out of each session. This weekly workout is real ‘me time’ and is easily the best thing I do for myself. I can feel and see the difference using Vital Fitness has made and wish I’d taken a ‘before’ photo for comparison. If you’re thinking about reversing some of the effects of time and getting strong, I thoroughly recommend giving this fab gym a go.

Fantastic experience: As someone who has always been really skinny and not confident enough to use public gyms, this gym + Ted and Lorraine have really been transformative in the help they have given me to become bigger/stronger, healthier and more confident in myself. As well as this, I now have a much healthier diet and a better outlook on life due to the advice given by Ted. I even feel confident enough now to use public gyms and train in front of others. I joined the gym at the start of 2024 as a means to begin prioritising and improving myself and I couldn’t have chosen a better place to do it.

Fantastic experience: I’m not a gym lover so the fact that I can go only twice a week for 45 mins and still get results is amazing. Each week I am able to increase reps and/or weights and seeing progress every week makes me feel amazing . Lorraine gives me just the right amount of encouragement and knows when to push me to the next level . I have made so much progress in the last 6 months and am now stronger than ever. Jeans are fitting better too !

Fantastic experience: Excellent one to one coaching with progressive exercise routines to build strength and fitness. I am 59 years and three years ago I had a quadruple heart bypass, and due to this traumer tightened my chest. The work done with Ted and Lorraine at Vital Exercise my chest has now fully recovered allowing me to fully expand my chest and breath properly again. This has improved my whole outlook on my fitness, as I am in pretty good health for my age. I recently rode two track days on my GSXR1000K5 and was as fast as I was in my 30's. Will definitely continue with Vital Exercise into the future as an essential part of my life, with more track days next year. Also, just passed my DVLA Medical which involved a treadmill test. And will allow me to keep working too, in work I enjoy. If you think your on a down hill at an older age, then talk to Vital Exercise an rebuild your fitness and ambition, you are worth it.

Fantastic experience: Came down to visit family from Bristol and found this gym. Only had a couple sessions but can honestly say I’ve walked away with some of the best progress and knowledge in past couple years. Truly some amazing kit and amazing hosts. Gutted to go back home and not have this place nearby. Would recommend to anyone. Something for everyone inside.

Fantastic experience: This is an amazing little gem of a gym. Great equipment, extremely clean and being that it’s appointment only you never have to wait to use the equipment. Lorraine and Ted are extremely professional and knowledgeable, making you feel comfortable from the moment you meet them. Highly recommend anyone to check them out. You walk in a client and leave as a friend.

Fantastic experience: Great place, good equipment. Highly recommend Ted and Lorraine, very friendly and know their stuff. 5 out of 5

Fantastic experience: You simply won’t find a better - the most advanced equipment teamed with 40 years of expertise in strength and fitness. Ted and Lorraine at Vital Exercise have it all in this stunning location and it’s on our doorstep! Can’t recommend them enough. Beginner to Experienced you will not be disappointed. - Janet Bryant - 3 years in.

Fantastic experience: Having used other Gyms in the past, I was fortunate enough to find Vital Exercise on my doorstep after relocating to Brightlingsea, I would recommend Vital Exercise to anybody looking to exercise in a relaxed atmosphere, a Gym without mirrors, Ted & Lorraine's passion for getting others to exercise is refreshing, I have been going to Vital Exercise now for a few months now, this has been good for both my physical and mental health. I would recommend Vital Exercise to anybody looking to improve their physical health.

Fantastic experience: Vital Exercise is the best gym I’ve been to. Lorraine and Ted are so patient and knowledgeable. Tailored workouts suited to your needs. The equipment is first class. Can’t recommended this place enough. It’s brilliant.

Fantastic experience: Ted and Lorraine at Vital offer a brilliant package of 1:1 tailored training sessions effectively designed to get the most from each session. Backed up with an array of amazing, precision engineered equipment targeting specific areas, Ted and Lorraine’s knowledge of physiology along with their enthusiasm and encouragement, the privacy of their 1:1 sessions means I can maximise my sessions and have fun doing so! I am stronger and leaner than I have been in years!

Fantastic experience: I cannot speak more highly of Vital Exercise in BRIGHTLINGSEA Vital is owned and managed by both Ted and Lorraine. I was apprehensive at first as I am not a gym enthusiast by any stretch ( excuse the pun ) but this is an hour of one on one tuition, and I go once a week every planned session is measured to suit all. All the equipment is new and wiped down after each session. I joined to gain some strength and lose a little weight. I enjoy going and feel so much better for it. I now have bags of energy and feel much fitter after each session. What makes it even more worthwhile is they are both very patient and above all else are brilliant motivators without pushy. Want to get fitter then give Vital a look I am glad I did that’s for sure

Fantastic experience: I started with Ted and Lorraine in January after shoulder surgery. 7 months later and not only is my shoulder better than ever, I’m stronger, fitter and feeling great. Their knowledge is second to none and I can’t recommend Vital Fitness enough.

Fantastic experience: Ted and Lorraine are great. I have been going to Vital Exercise for nearly six months and it has been very rewarding. The bespoke plan that Ted has managed and compiled for me has been challenging, very rewarding and has really kept me motivated. I have gained strength, lost weight and toned my body to levels that were a thing of the past. I would recommend anyone go and see them and find your own brilliant results. Vital Exercise is a very welcoming, unique, great place with high tech equipment and excellent personal training knowledge. It has none of the annoying posers who look in mirrors at themselves or grunt every 5 seconds like some gyms, which had always put me off. If you want to make a real long term difference to your life and wellbeing then speak with Ted and Lorraine. They are lovely people and have become my friends. They are so passionate and dedicated to helping you become the best you can be. I really look forward to each visit and long may that continue. Thanks Ted and Lorraine at Vital Exercise.

Fantastic experience: Ted and Lorraine run a very professional, friendly and inclusive establishment. Ideal for all ages and levels of fitness, training programs are specific to each individual - personal training in its true sense. My fitness and stamina have increased no end, and I feel energised at the end of each session.

Fantastic experience: Vital Exercise has help improve my overall fitness, and help me change my body shape. Exercise with such a lovely, friendly couple is fun but they always manage to get that extra bit out of you! They have been amazing at finding a range of exercises to suit me.

Fantastic experience: Very approachable and friendly team. I feel much stronger and toned since starting with Ted and Lorraine they have adapted to my needs as I suffer with Vertigo and have helped me achieve far better fitness levels all round. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: I'd recommend them to anyone. They are friendly, welcoming and will help you get the results you want. I've been going once a week for 3 months now and even with missing the odd session here and there I'm noticing a big difference in my fitness and my health. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Well-equipped gym with expert guidance. Really enjoying our training sessions and glad I joined! The couples session have worked brilliantly for us.

Fantastic experience: I've had an amazing experience in this gym with Ted and Loraine and highly recommend it for anyone who is wanting to start at the gym

Fantastic experience: Vital have improved my strength and fitness which has given me an appetite and enthusiasm for activity that I had all but put behind me.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend. Achieving much greater strength and stability which has helped recovery from serious illness.

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Fantastic experience: I have been going to vital exercise for almost a year and I love it!! I have lost weight and have become much fitter and healthier with the support of Ted and Lorraine. I really enjoy my sessions and always look forward to going each week. I would highly recommend vital exercise as you get a personalised plan in a private gym with a fun, friendly and motivational team.

Fantastic experience: I honestly can't rate Vital Fitness highly enough. I have been suffering with hypermobility all my life and have tried everything you can imagine to get my pain under control. When I decided to try strengthening, I approached vital fitness as I wasn't a fan of the gym environment and I knew with my condition I needed someone to guide me. I can honestly say they have changed my life. Ted makes a plan for me each session and he makes sure I am doing everything in a controlled manner and this has made such a difference. I no longer have constant muscle pain and I feel so much stronger than I ever have before. Ted and Lorraine are so friendly and supportive and having the one on one sessions is challenging but is so much fun and rewarding.

Fantastic experience: Ted and Lorraine really know their stuff, their gym offers a relaxed and trendy environment where it is fun to workout. We started with a clear goal which they understood and worked out a plan to help us achieve this, we are already seeing results after just 10 sessions. I would highly reccomend anyone to Vital Exercise.

Fantastic experience: Heading back into fitness was a daunting prospect, after having my son. However, I can genuinely say I love training with Ted and Lorraine. With a huge emphasis on technique, results are strong without any compromise to your physical well being. Training is challenging without causing days of post training achiness, which is fantastic. It has improved my physical and mental well-being and I couldn't imagine training anywhere else now. Ted and Lorraine offer a safe environment to reach fitness goals. Couldn't recommend them more xx Holly xx

Fantastic experience: I have been visiting Vital Exercise for a little while now, and absolutely loving it! The advice both physically and nutritionally is excellent. Every session is new and interesting which keeps things feeling fresh! I couldn’t recommend the pair more! I look forward to what the future holds with Ted & Lorraine

Fantastic experience: Ted and Lorraine have helped me to recover from a shoulder injury resulting from a fall. They have great knowledge and experience and were able to write a custom training program that targeted the problem area, which very quickly rebuilt mobility and strength, to the point where I have been able to swim front crawl for the first time in three years! I have had a thoroughly positive experience with Vital Exercise, and 100% recommend their personalised approach.

Fantastic experience: I started weight training with Ted & Lorraine 6 months ago as a total newbie and have had a brilliant experience. I’m doing exercises I never realised existed and very effective workouts that easily fit into my week. It’s hard work, but it’s paying off. Also received great advice on nutrition, great conversation and the occasional TV recommendation! Thanks both!

Fantastic experience: Ted and Lorraine have been absolutely amazing for the both of us. They make the program challenging but enjoyable and constantly monitor and adjust both technique and progress. It makes the whole process a pleasurable experience. In addition they have helped us achieve amazing personal results in fitness, strength and wellbeing. We highly recommend them, their knowledge is second to none. AJ & BJ

Fantastic experience: I have been attending just one weekly session for more than 15 weeks and my strength, endurance and stamina have increased greatly. I have lost fat, gained muscle and confidence. Lorraine and Ted provide knowledge and encourage progression. Planning and supervising my session with encouragement and driving me to achieve my best outcome. I highly recommend Vital Exercise - I will be signing up soon for my next block of 10 sessions. I have never trained with weights before and I have been surprised at the benefits. Thank you very much Cathy

Fantastic experience: Lorraine and Ted are fantastic trainers. I was a little nervous when I first booked a consultation, but as soon as I got through the doors, they completely put me at ease and listened and understood what I wanted to achieve. I’ve been going to them for a couple of months now, and they’ve helped me ensure that my diet and training plan are adapted to my personal goals, and I’ve seen real, measurable progress every single session. I feel stronger, fitter, more energetic, and positive about my workouts. Most importantly, I always feel safe. I’m always being guided to get the best out of each machine, with correct posture and form, and whilst Lorraine is always by my side motivating me to push myself, I feel comfortable, confident and never at risk of hurting myself. They’re both so knowledgeable and experienced, really can’t recommend them enough!

Fantastic experience: I feel fortunate to have found Vital Exercise. Ted and Lorraine possess a wealth of experience and a superb assortment of equipment to train with. The intelligent, time-efficient training protocols will challenge all abilities and ages in a clean, safe environment where progress is encouraged, closely monitored, and is a felt sensation. If you’re wondering if gym training is right for you, then know this; the critical marker of long-term health and vitality is lean muscle mass. Your metabolism exists to support your musculature. If you lack strength, your health will always be sub-optimal. Your future self will thank you for the day you walked through the door of Vital Exercise.

Fantastic experience: Time flies at Vital Exercise. I’ve been going to Ted & Lorraine for nearly 10 years and it’s always great fun. They’re really good at ensuring your body can exercise without over-straining or overdoing it, while having a good laugh in the process. Even when thinking I really need the time at the office, the session helps me relax and return to my desk with renewed energy. Taking this time out is oh so valuable and in the process they’ve helped me keep flab at bay and muscle, stamina and cardiovascular capacity increase. Good tips for local eateries too. What’s not to like?!

Fantastic experience: After my boyfriend and I decided on a date for the wedding; we decided to get in shape!! Before that, the only exercise that we got was walking the dog everyday, and having both been members of various high street gyms in the past we knew that wouldn’t work and that we needed 1-2-1 sessions in a more intimate environment! Having both Lorraine and Ted is perfect for a couples PT sessions, with us both doing the same circuit but at different weights and rates! There is nothing like either being pushed, or pushing your partner to their personal best! Take it from us (who have never stuck at anything gym related ever); Vital Exercise is addictive!!

Fantastic experience: An absolute must to train at Vital Exercise with Ted and Lorraine if you want to keep active, change the way you feel about your body and feel great. Very very professional and Ted is an expert at resistance training. Would definitely recommend and what I love about all of Vital Exercise is the passion Ted and Lorraine have and the one to one. An amazing couple thank you Guys x

Fantastic experience: Ted and Lorraine are both knowledgeable trainers and tailor our sessions to suit our age, ability and goals. My husband and myself have grown in confidence since training with Vital Exercise and have certainly noticed a difference with our health, both of us feel a lot fitter and healthier than we have in a long time! One of the great things is that they only push harder when you are ready and teach you how to get the best out of each machine to meet your goals. An added bonus is that Ted and Lorraine are very personable and you really feel you are getting a tailor made service that is certainly worth every penny spent. Thank you to you both! Steve and Alison