Aaron Tyler

Ben Andrews

Having been involved in structured sport since joining my first football team at the age of eight, I've never looked back.  It was apparent from an early age that if I wanted to enjoy my sport and physical recreation to its full potential, then being at the top of my physical fitness levels was one of the best (and easiest?!) ways to go about it.

This passion for fitness soon led to my desire for a greater understanding of the body and how it adapts.  I went on to study, amongst other subjects, Physical Education at A-Level.  During this time I started coaching the local under 8's & 9's football teams, while still playing for my local men's team. 

I also gained my first coaching awards while studying.  The first being the Central Council for Physical Recreation, followed by the Athletic Activities Leadership Award (British Athletic Association).

This involved coaching mixed ability Special Educational Needs children, who were physically and/or mentally handicapped.  I relished this role, particularly due to the diverse challenges that the situation presented, and that it was something completely different to my previous experiences.

At university I studied for a Sport Science degree, before taking a year off to go travelling and working.  I settled in Bristol in 2001 and worked as a Fitness Instructor, while taking a fast-track Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification.  I qualified in my first year and spent four and a half years as the Gym Co-ordinator and Personal Trainer. 

I work with clients on a 1 to 1 basis and also run our highly successful Running Club and Get Fit Boxing classes.

My specialties lie in strength training and endurance training, and I still compete regularly in 10km, cross country (varied distances), and half marathons - even during the football season, much to my managers annoyance!

So whatever your personal challenges are, whether it's a hike in the Lake District, competition preparation or just starting to get into exercise, then drop me an email at benandrews@aarontyler.co.uk to arrange your initial health assessment.