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Tauseef Salma16 June 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
"I recommend Tom Lucas to anyone seeking a trainer who possesses not only deep technical skill but the rare ability to adapt to complex health requirements. I have been training with Tom for nearly 19 months, and he is, without question, the most effective trainer I have worked with in two decades. When we began in October 2024, I was facing autoimmune challenges that limited my mobility, endurance, and overall vitality. Tom didn’t offer a one-size-fits-all plan; he developed an adaptive, highly customized strategy that respected my physical limitations while consistently pushing my boundaries safely. Thanks to his patient, thoughtful, and highly attentive approach, I have not only regained significant strength and energy but have reached a point where I have stayed medication-free. Tom is deeply professional, punctual, and genuinely invested in his clients' long-term health outcomes. If you are looking for someone who can elevate your physical well-being through expert guidance and genuine care, Tom is the standard."+0Posted on Google
Chris Lennoxsmith3 April 2026When I first signed up with Tom I had a knee that had been giving me serious pain for a long time, was unfit and overweight, and lacked a lot of muscle strength. I felt trapped in a cycle where I was not even doing basic exercise because everything was hard, painful or both. Working with Tom has allowed me to regain control, I now trust my strength, and can 'hear' my muscles in a way that I have never done before. My knee is rarely sore now, and even on those occasions when it is, I now have muscle strength to protect it. I still have a way to go on my fitness journey but I now believe I can do it. When Tom says I can do a few more, it turns out that I can, and more than anything else, his ability to gauge when to push is really powerful, and has made acheivements possible that did not seem realistic when I began. Having Tom lead my fitness journey has stopped me giving up a hundred times already and has been invaluable to me.Posted on Google
Fiona Lennoxsmith11 March 2026I would totally recommend Tom. I wanted to have a PT to build and maintain my fitness. I'm a 50+ year old woman who didn't much like the gym. Tom is great, he's patient and he explains things well, he tailors the sessions to where I'm at and he motivates rather than pushes. The result is that I have much better strength, a degree of muscle definition and after 2 years i am still going back.Posted on Google
Carlos Cardoso12 April 2025Through Tom's guidance and support I lost 30kg (so far), developed muscle and resistance as well as gaining more self esteem and control over my activity and nutrition. I tried previously on my own but was going nowhere and Tom's advice and support were crucial to achieve this transformation over the course of a year. His approach to all aspects of fitness and what I learned made it possible. Thoroughly recommend his services!!+0Posted on Google
Madeleine Musgrove5 November 2024I've been working with Tom for the last six months and have seen huge improvements in my strength, energy and confidence working out. I manage a long term condition and was anxious about getting back to exercising - Tom has been so supportive, keeps me motivated, is really knowledgeable and makes our sessions fun and adapts them when needed too. For the first time ever I now have a weekly exercise routine that is sustainable and works for me. I really enjoy our sessions and am excited to see what's next on this fitness journey. I would 100% recommend Tom to others!Posted on Google
Alex Goddard10 October 2024I sought out personal training/ Tom after a difficult few years which had led to inconsistent eating, drinking and exercise habits. I gained a fair amount of weight and was very unfit. In the past, I'd tried all or nothing approach to diet and exercise which hadn't worked, so I was seeking a much more slow and realistic programme, which Tom helped me to implement perfectly. Tom is very calm and supportive. We started very gently, partly because I was so unfit and also because I have a disc problem in my back. It great because it meant I enjoyed my training so when he did start to push me, I was fit enough to enjoy the challenge rather than feel like I was being tortured! He has a very balanced, measured approach meaning that it has quite easily become a lifestyle change rather than a temporary fix. I don't look at scales so can't share those results, but my clothes are definitely looser, I'm stronger and most importantly, happier. I have had and am still having a great experience with Tom and couldn't recommend him enough!Posted on Google
Paula Thompson19 June 2024I met Tom following a period of reduced mobility and poor mental health. With his guidance I gained confidence using gym equipment, and developed a healthier relationship with food. When my motivation was low he made exercise fun, and when my mood was low he reminded me of how far I'd come. The goals I met while we worked together include dancing at my wedding and returning to full time work. Teaming up with Tom has been a very rewarding experience.Posted on Google
Jill Christiaens29 May 2024Tom is very professional, knowledgeable and focussed. I was self-conscious starting with a PT but Tom is super personable and encouraging so I quickly got over the cringe factor. I feel he’s got a good grip on female psychology, whatever that means 😂 He’s seen it all and just deals with it with minimal fuss. I’m over the moon with the results I’ve achieved in eight weeks, I feel much stronger and have lost 4kg and 24cm off my waist (and those eight weeks included three weeks of travel and holidays). Tom runs a whole plan of nutrition, workouts and movement which makes any goal achievable. I recommend him to anyone looking to improve their fitness whatever their situation and in particular if you need an effective but gentle and sustainable approach. Tom is now training my husband too with fabulous results. My only regret is not starting sooner!Posted on Google
Peter Walker19 March 2024I'm getting older! and I wanted to give my body the best opportunity to remain strong and healthy - especially for sports such as skiing and squash. So I approached Tom for training to strengthen my body with a focus on core strength. I also have a complicated schedule, with opportunity for training but not at fixed times. Tom was flexible to the needs of my diary and developed a very balanced program for me. This program included both workouts in the gym and workouts at home. As a result I feel stronger and fitter, and I believe I move more easily. I have also added muscle mass. I've now had to move away from the area, and Tom has extended my home workout program so I can train fully at home. I'm very impressed with Tom's knowledge and training skills, his attention to a balanced program, and his flexibility with the training.Posted on Google
Kelly12 February 2024If you are thinking of getting a personal trainer then look no further! After turning 40 last year, I was really keen to get back into the gym. Not only to improve my fitness and make positive changes to my lifestyle for the future, but also to help with my self-esteem and confidence. I had always been active but really struggled to get back into the swing of things on my own. So after several failed attempts I reached out to Tom. I was absolutely dreading it, and was convinced I would fail. My confidence was very low and I wasn’t feeling very positive about myself at all. Toms patience, professionalism and humour have been such a welcome presence in this journey. I look forward to every session. I am challenged and held accountable which really helps to get the very best out of myself. I still have the odd wobble here and there where I am not sure I can do it, but Toms encouragement and positivity always sees me through! The programmes are tailored to my specific goals and abilities where Tom really pays attention to any concerns or issues I have. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience that he brings to the table so I know I really am in safe hands. Slowly but surely I finally feel like I am seeing the changes I wanted to. I am just so pleased I took the plunge and look forward to 2024!Posted on Google
Katherine Shann5 February 2024Tom is a top-class personal trainer and a genuinely great bloke. Approaching 40, it felt like it was time to prioritise my health and set a good baseline for my fitness and mobility as I got older. I started out as a gym newbie - I was anxious about being there on my own, expecting to feel out of my depth. With the benefit of Tom's expertise, I'm confident that I'm getting the most out of every gym visit. Every session is packed full of advice and adjustments for how to customise each exercise for my proportions, capability and mindset. Tom makes sure I'm doing the right reps the right way. I have a history of sciatic back pain and was very nervous about some of the exercises that challenged the lower back. Hip extensions being the main example of that. Tom was great about listening to my limits when I was struggling and helping me make the adjustments I needed to keep my back neutral and safe. The hip extensions are now one of my favourtie exercises. And I haven't had a sciatica flare up in a year! If you are thinking about starting personal training, do it. There's no time like the present. It's a great way to build your confidence and capabilities and to keep yourself challenged. And there's no one better than Tom to have in your corner.Posted on Google
Melbourn Judo28 January 2024My names is Lesley Reid. I don’t have gmail address, so using my club on! After semi-retiring at the end of 2022, I started to think about my long-term health. I have done Judo all my life and want to continue to enjoy practicing and coaching for as long as I can. I felt getting up from the floor was starting to be an effort and I wanted to slow the progression of mild Arthritis in my knees. I did a trial PT session with Tom and nearly didn’t sign-up! For me, exercise was always cardio and ending up exhausted and in a puddle of sweat was a true workout. I was told that strength training would be better for me and I had never learned how to do it properly and so I decided to give it a go. Now I am approaching 1 year of 2 sessions a week and I love it! I like that I don’t have to think. I just arrive at the Gym and we get started. Even when I am low on energy and motivation, I want to go. My muscles feel exercised and I am tired after each session, but I rarely have soreness the next day. When I started, I did a set of split squats without weights. I struggled to balance and felt a bit sore the next day. Now I am keeping good balance with 2*12kg dumbells! Tom explains things very well and points out the smallest of modifications that often make a big difference. He knows when to push me, when to lay off and when to hold me back. He also takes an interest in me as a person and gives advice on things like nutrition and general well being. I can tell that he is constantly keeping up to date on the latest ideas.Posted on Google
Megan Haggis2 January 2024After round of IVF and two pregnancies really close together, my body had taken a bit of a beating over the last 4 years and after my second daughter was born I was the heaviest I had ever been, which was a contributing factor to my poor physical and mental health. Last May I began making some changes, but I wanted them to stick as throughout my life my weight has always yo-yoed up and down through extreme exercise and crash dieting, so this time I wanted to make permanent healthy changes to the way I thought about food and my own body. I got as far as I could in a few months as the first 2 stone came off, but to reach my goal I got in touch with Tom to help me push through a plateau I had reached, and teach me about strength training, as it was something I had never really tried. Tom is amazingly patient and easy to talk to- especially as I was a total beginner to lifting, and he has helped retrain my thinking around diet, sustainable changes and a more positive mindset. This has helped me lose almost another 2 stone since we started training together in August- and for the first time in my life I have actual visible muscles 😃. I'm feeling healthier, more energy and fitter than I have ever been in my life. Having a PT as awesome as Tom has helped to channel my motivation in the right direction, have someone to be accountable to/ask questions about exercises I haven’t tried before and lastly- feels like a friend who is on my team which I think has been a big part of the reason why I have managed to lose 50+lb since May and keep it off. I’m still a work in progress, but really looking forward to continuing to train with Tom this year!Posted on Google
Tom Jackson21 December 2023For a long time I wanted to gain weight, build muscle and just generally get bigger but I didn’t have a clue where to start. Reaching out to Tom six months ago was the best decision I made this year. From day one Tom knew exactly what we needed to do to get me started on that journey; whether it was tailored exercise plans, macro and nutrition targets or easy but useful recipes to use along the way. Over the course of our time together, the muscle and definition has really started to show along with the increase in mass - all despite some setbacks along the way. Tom has simultaneously simplified and energised the entire process. I’ve begun to feel confident in myself and in using the gym to achieve those targets I set myself. I look forward to every session with Tom and can’t wait to keep chasing those targets in 2024!Posted on Google
Glenn Jarvis18 December 2023Tom has been my personal trainer for nearly 1 year now and I feel this was one of the best decisions I have made. After training solo for over 10 years, I started to feel that I was not progressing and knew that I needed help and guidance to help achieve my goals. During the year, I have learnt the importance of correct form and not to over train. Tom creates tailor made plans, which has given me plenty of variety for working on areas that I want to strengthen and to improve on the most. I always look forward to my training days with Tom and looking forward to seeing what 2024 brings with my training. For anyone who is thinking about progressing their fitness journey, I could not recommend Tom enough.Posted on Google
anne wilson4 February 2022I have been training with Tom Lucas for several months now and am so glad I contacted him. I find it hard to motivate myself and knew I needed someone to push me, but I don't respond well to boot camp type sessions. Tom has been very patient, but at the same time has managed to improve my strength and fitness, adjusting the sessions when necessary. I would recommend him without any hesitation, whether you are looking for muscle definition, improved fitness or fat loss. He knows what he's doing.Posted on Google
Michael Foley20 January 2022Tom has been my personal trainer for a couple of years. I was suffering from sciatica and I was looking to improve my fitness. Since seeing Tom my back has vastly improved as have my overall fitness levels. Tom provides me with a bespoke plan to focus on how I want to improve and is mindful of limitations. I highly recommend Tom to others looking to build strength and fitness or support in recovering from an injury.Posted on Google
Emma Gypps7 January 2022I wanted a personal trainer who was professional, consistent, and to push and motivate me enough to get me back on track and reach my fitness goals. The distinctive offering of Tom’s training service looks at fitness holistically, included physical strength, eating and general well being. I can’t recommend TLPT enough, thanks TomPosted on Google
Neil Lees5 January 2022I’ve been training with Tom for about 6 months now. I needed help with my motivation to get back into fitness after the COVID lockdowns. I tried to go out running and do weights at home, but it just wasn’t happening. The package that Tom provides, the workout programmes and food intake guidance, as well as the focussed one-to-one sessions which helps you perform the exercises properly to gain maximum benefit has transformed me into a healthier, stronger person. Tom’s coaching and motivation style, where he listens to you as much as you listen to him and his ability to push you further than you thought you could go has suited me to a tee and it was just what I needed. I now look forward to going to the gym rather than dreading it! Thank you, Tom, for what you have done for me so far.Posted on Google
Matthew Hartley5 January 2022I have been training with Tom for around 4 months and would highly recommend him. Having had a serious back injury, he ensures each program is tailored to make progress in a safe way for my back. He is very focused and monitors every rep, checking the right muscles are being engaged for maximum benefit. He's clearly extremely knowledgeable and breaks down the how and why for everything inside and outside of the gymPosted on Google
Robyn Pritchard3 January 2022I have been working with Tom for about 20 weeks now and it’s been a pleasure. I had seen Tom around the gym for a couple of years and his professionalism and rapport with trainees was obvious, so I approached him about some sessions. I can’t recommend him enough as a personal trainer, he took the time to understand my personal goals and tailored a workout and diet plan to achieve that. What makes him really stand out is his empathy and technical knowledge. He knows when to push and when pushing would be counterproductive, both during the session and outside of it. I really like that he doesn’t just say what to do but can explain why in detail and is fantastic at educating and building on that as the sessions go on. Looking forward to what we can achieve. Thanks, Tom!Posted on Google
Rebecca Clayton29 December 2021Everyone on the planet needs a Tom Lucas. Since starting my fitness journey with him I am enjoying both the process and the results. Tom is highly intuitive and knows how to push you in achieving your goals. Proud to be a client and to be learning and growing through the personal training experience. I highly recommend Tom who has both excellent technical knowledge and client focus to help you achieve the results you are looking for.Posted on Google
Tracy Stuart16 November 2020I have been working with Tom since around March/April time and if I'm honest part of me thought it wouldn't work just like it hadn't with other trainers but I couldn't be more wrong. The numbers speak for themselves as I approach 6 stone of weight loss, down from size 24 to 12. I have just run my first 10k with a half marathon entry next year. Tom has been incredible, he has a talent for reading people and knows what your capable of. We had an agreement of no running and Tom stuck with this and no burpees! Weight training was the focus and in 4 weeks my body shape completely changed, the scales have been stubborn but I got there in the end. If you have a fitness goal, Tom will help you get therePosted on Google
Chris Rawles1 November 2020I’ve been training with Tom for nearly 20 weeks now. I went to him to help with a little motivation and direction on my own training. I was already fit through running but I was feeling stuck in a routine and gaining a runners belly. Fast forward to now and I’m stronger, fitter, eat better and feel in control. Tom doesn’t get on my case, but he suggests things to try and so far they have worked. If you are prepared to put the work in, be patient and let Tom guide you then you will get the results you want. Thanks for everything so far Tom!Posted on Google
Dawn Di Fabrizio1 November 2020I have been using Tom for a few months now and cant rate him enough. He has helped me so much especially with my chronic pain where no one else could. A very knowledgable and professional trainer. Would highly recommend him.Posted on Google
nicole rincon31 October 2020Happy to recommend Tom Lucas fitness. 2 years ago turning 60 and worried about my future health as an overweight couch potato lacking self control and motivation to diet or exercise I was introduced to Tom. Having never been to a gym before, he motivated me to do manageable but challenging exercises and gave me nutrition advice and I immediately started to lose weight and improve fitness. He is very patient and encourages me how to get back on track if I have a little wobble on the nutrition side. It was good that Tom was able to continue personal trainer sessions by Zoom video links and outdoors during the Pandemic lockdown. I feel and look so much better having lost nearly 3 stone, can jog over 5km and dead lift 70kg. Thanks Tom.Posted on Google
Ann Smith30 October 2020Tom Lucas took time to know and understand us. My wife and I work out together. Tom puts together a programme that suits us both. As retirees we are more concerned with maintaining muscle tone and strength rather than pushing the boundries with ever increasing "personal bests". We both enjoy our gym sessions with Tom.Posted on Google
neil wise30 October 2020I’ve been working with Tom for around two months and have already committed to continuing my training with him for foreseeable future. Tom shows commitment to his clients and understanding of their personal circumstances and what they want to achieve. I was of very poor fitness and understanding of what I need to do to get results. Tom is educating and gets you doing things in the right way for long term sustained results, no matter what your level. He’s not just motivational but also a great person to work with. I can’t recommend Tom highly enough.Load more
