Steve Hunter’s Story: From Reluctance to Resilience
When Steve Hunter first started his fitness journey with me, he was hesitant. Like many people, Steve had been down the fitness road before—trying different programs and approaches only to lose motivation when the results didn’t match the effort. He knew he wanted to make a change, but after so many false starts, he wasn’t sure if this time would be any different.
Steve’s reluctance was rooted in the frustration of seeing minimal progress despite putting in the work. He wanted to get fitter and stronger, but he also needed a plan that wouldn’t leave him feeling burned out or defeated. Our first step was to strip away the confusion and create a structured, sustainable approach that catered to Steve’s specific goals and challenges.
The journey wasn’t easy. There were moments when Steve struggled to balance his fitness goals with the demands of everyday life. Work, family, and other commitments made it difficult to stay on track. But what stood out about Steve was his resilience. Even when things got tough, he stayed the course, trusting that progress, however slow it seemed at times, would come with consistency.
As the weeks passed, Steve began to notice changes. He was getting stronger, more energized, and started to build a routine that fit seamlessly into his life. But it wasn’t just about the physical progress—Steve’s mindset shifted. He stopped focusing on what he couldn’t do and started celebrating what he could achieve. Every milestone, no matter how small, became a step toward a bigger transformation.
Over time, Steve exceeded even his own expectations. He became fitter, more confident, and more committed to his health than ever before. The doubts that had held him back in the past were replaced by a sense of accomplishment and pride in how far he had come. Steve’s journey wasn’t about quick fixes or overnight results—it was about showing up, putting in the effort, and trusting the process.
Now, Steve is proof that real change is possible when you commit to a plan that’s built for you. His story shows that with the right guidance, persistence, and a belief in the long-term, you can overcome any hurdles and achieve results that last.
If you’ve ever felt like Steve—unsure if you can break the cycle of frustration and inconsistency—his story is a reminder that with the right support, you can make real, lasting progress.
Stats
Age - 41
Job - Tattooist and business owner
Training with Mark - 7 years
Service used - 1-2-1 personal training and online nutrition coaching
Favourite movie - Gladiator
Random Fact - Doesn’t like car ariels
Personal Challenges
Busy work schedule and sitting down for most of the day due to his job
Regular hamstring and lower back injuries due to playing football and work
Finding a work/life balance
Lack of time
No confidence in the gym or in himself
Losing 3 stone in weight
Strategies used to overcome challenges
Designing a programme around his life not around the workouts. Using time efficient exercises and routines to help him fit workouts in
Strengthening his hamstring through slowly progressive resistance training
Finding a workout schedule and programme that fitted in his life.
Picking exercises and routines that gave Steve more bang for his buck. Shorter more intense workouts so he didn’t have to spend too much time in the gym
Over 6 months a 3 phase fat loss programme was used to blitz his fat away
Memorable moments
Losing 3 stone and completely changing his shape
Now able to do press-ups and pull-ups like nothing
Staying injury free for years
Improving his confidence in and out of the gym
Deadlift and squat 1.5x his bodyweight
