Seeking Permanent Change?

Discover how my unique and highly effective approach to personal training can help you achieve your fitness goals. I explain the benefits of training with me and what sets my method apart.

Qualifications

  • Need for Speed Certified (Sprint Training)

    ALTIS

  • L4 Strength & Conditioning Coach

    S&C EDUCATION

  • L7 Performance Nutrition Diploma

    Institute of Performance Nutrition

  • L4 Sports Massage Therapist

    ST MARY'S UNIVERSITY ITEC

  • Diploma in Osteopathic Articulation

    OMT TRAINING

  • Functional Neuroanatomy

    Cambridge Advanced Online

  • 3DMAPS (Biomechanics)

    GRAY INSTITUTE

  • CAFS (Biomechanics)

    GRAY INSTITUTE

  • Foot/Ankle Specialization

    GRAY INSTITUTE

  • Wake Your Feet Up

    ANATOMY IN MOTION

  • L3 Pre/Post Natal Award

    THE FITNESS GROUP

  • Program in Fundamentals of Neuroscience

    Harvard X

My Approach

I have 12 years of experience as a personal trainer and, in 2022, I was promoted to one of only three Icon Trainers in the UK at Virgin Active. My program is specifically designed to optimize full-body functionality and posture by enhancing joint articulation, muscle function, and body symmetry. For performance, I combine classical strength training with calisthenics and tailor performance nutrition plans to support both strength development and fat loss.

My personal training sessions integrate strength training, rehabilitation, manual therapy, biomechanics analysis and training, sports massage, and advanced techniques in calisthenics and sprint/speed training. Additionally, I have recently studied neuroscience and functional neuroanatomy. My nutrition programming draws on my MSc-Level/L7 Diploma in Performance Nutrition and incorporates a specialized fasting protocol, which has consistently proven effective for individuals who are psychologically prepared.

COACHING My advanced coaching in classic strength training includes in-depth instruction on biomechanics and the neurological mechanisms involved in training. As clients progress to the second stage of their programs, we incorporate calisthenics and

COACHING My advanced coaching in classic strength training includes in-depth instruction on biomechanics and the neurological mechanisms involved in training. As clients progress to the second stage of their programs, we incorporate calisthenics and sport-specific modalities like sprint training. My goal is for clients to develop a deep understanding of every movement they perform, along with the how and why behind each exercise.

PROGRAMS My training programs are integrated with performance nutrition, and complemented by a combination of sports massage and manual therapy, including muscle, bone, and joint releases and articulations. My goal is to achieve 80% pain relief or i

PROGRAMS My training programs are integrated with performance nutrition, and complemented by a combination of sports massage and manual therapy, including muscle, bone, and joint releases and articulations. My goal is to achieve 80% pain relief or improved range of motion for sub-clinical injuries within a single session. I also enjoy collaborating with other professionals as part of a client's 'performance team.'

INNOVATION Drawing on my studies from Cambridge University and HarvardX online courses in neuroscience, I developed Ultra Rapid, a music-assisted, AI-powered education technology system. In 2024, it secured a £100k research grant and attracted inter

INNOVATION Drawing on my studies from Cambridge University and HarvardX online courses in neuroscience, I developed Ultra Rapid, a music-assisted, AI-powered education technology system. In 2024, it secured a £100k research grant and attracted interest from investors and business leaders in the UK and US. I am now collaborating with several professors from Reading University.

DESIGN & PROJECT MANAGEMENT In 2017, I began collaborating with a team of doctors and a physiotherapist to develop two wearable training systems. Over several years, we refined and tested these systems on athletes, with some prototypes successfully

DESIGN & PROJECT MANAGEMENT In 2017, I began collaborating with a team of doctors and a physiotherapist to develop two wearable training systems. Over several years, we refined and tested these systems on athletes, with some prototypes successfully sold after trials, including to a Premier League goalkeeper. This experience has honed my skills as an effective project manager, which I now apply to my personal training programs.

Novel Solutions Within My Personal Training ‘Product’

Over the past five years of my 12-year career as a personal trainer, I’ve dedicated myself to exploring areas of fitness that are largely unknown or overlooked by the broader industry, as well as areas that few individuals have mastered. This journey led me to study a unique blend of disciplines, including functional biomechanics, sports massage, neuroscience, strength and conditioning, sprint training, and foot/ankle specialization. My goal was to set myself apart by creating a truly distinctive approach. Below, you’ll find some of the methods I use, which challenge the conventional practices in training, nutrition, and rehabilitation.

Neuroscience & Proprioceptors

A key component of my program focuses on training the proprioceptor cells—movement detection cells—in the muscles and joints to fully understand the potential of the tissue. This approach prepares the tissues to handle a wide range of forces and stimuli, significantly reducing the risk of injury.

Glute, Groin & Lower Back Pain

My programs place a strong emphasis on analyzing and improving hip function, particularly in the groin area. This focus stems from widespread functional issues that are often overlooked in the industry, which contribute to lower back pain and dysfunction in many individuals.

Performance Nutrition Programs

My approach focuses on building upon existing habits to drive lasting behavior change in my clients' diets and attitudes toward food. I emphasize the importance of 'permanent change,' prioritizing consistency over short-term success.

Rotator Cuff Conditioning

After 1.5 years of practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, I realized that my rotator cuff was a major limiting factor in all of my training. In response, I developed a transformative 7-movement program specifically for the rotator cuff, which all of my clients incorporate into their warmups.

3-Planes of Motion in All Joints

My custom-designed 10-Point Warmups engage all joints in the body across three planes of motion. This includes hinge joints, which may not typically move in all planes but are still subjected to forces from multiple directions. This approach is grounded in neuroscience.

Strength-Focussed with Barbells

I place a strong emphasis on strength as the primary goal for my clients. Achieving this requires an advanced understanding of the biomechanics involved in movements like squats, deadlifts, and overhead presses. Compound barbell training is a key focus, alongside rehabilitation and fat loss.

Neck & Jaw Program

An often overlooked area for aesthetic improvement is the neck and jaw. My programs deliver significant results in the neck, jaw, and facial regions through targeted exercises and muscle release techniques, combined with the right diet and a comprehensive full-body training regimen.

Foot & Ankle (For Knee & Back Pain)

Recognizing the fitness industry’s limited understanding of the critical role foot and ankle function plays in knee, hip, and back dysfunction, I completed two specialized courses to develop a robust approach for addressing these issues. This enables me to deliver rapid and profound positive outcomes for my clients.

Psych Coaching & Project Management

Despite my extensive expertise in both performance and rehabilitation, I regularly recommend that my clients consult other professionals for specific needs, such as joint releases or counseling. This collaborative approach is especially beneficial for addressing more complex or debilitating issues.

A Shortlist of My Own Injuries I Fixed with my 10 Point Warmup

  • Neck & Jaw Pain

    After dislocation my right shoulder snowboarding and nearly getting my jaw broken in Thailand in my early twenties, I spent the rest of my twenties with ongoing issues. My neck was always painful on the left side and my jaw would occasionally click badly, causing pain for several days.

    The 10P Warmup includes neck training in 4 directions and 2 jaw training techniques. It turned out that the right side of my neck, and left jaw muscles were very weak, and my right pterygoid jaw muscle was too tight. After a month of 10PW, my symptoms disappeared, allowing me to train harder and live better.

  • Low Back Pain

    After squatting 130kg in my early twenties and not engaging my core properly, I pulled my back and couldn't walk for 2 days. Despite the rehabilitation, my back was never the same, and several years later I re-injured it squatting only 110kg. I took squats down to 60kg and deadlifts down from 140kg to 80kg.

    The 10P Warmup includes foot and ankle mobilisation, muscle energy technique on the groin, and a full body mobility sequence called 3DMAPS. Within a few months of doing 10PW 4x/week, I was squatting 100kg with better form than ever and 130kg deadlifts as well. Both with no pain and plans to increase steadily.

  • Rotator Cuff / Shoulder Pain

    Throughout my twenties, I was never able to take my bench press past 80kg or my standing military press past 40kg. However in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, I was known to be incredibly strong and able to lock people much larger than me in positions with actual strength, not just leverage.

    The 10P Warmup includes 7 different rotator cuff movements. It turns out that virtually every single person I test, fails on at least 2 of them. This was the case for me as well. My subscapularis on my right shoulder particularly had never worked since the dislocation. I now bench without pain at 90kg.

2023 PT & Training Videos

I spent a few months in early 2023 doing videos for Youtube. These were done before I fully consolidated all my knowledge, and created the 10-Point Warmup and many of the aforementioned principles noted in the above sections.

Testimonials

  • I started training with Felix with the aim of getting a bit more out of regular gym visits and have been amazed by the transformation he has enabled. He helped me address specific issues with mobility and strength and guided me through the rehabilitation of a shoulder injury from a bike accident that required surgery. Under his guidance I have developed a much better understanding of how to exercise sustainably, building incremental strength. His suggestions on changes to my diet helped me lose 10kg while gaining muscle and I feel fitter stronger and healthier than ever. As a trainer, his detailed explanations and careful monitoring of the execution of a wide range of exercises are accompanied by the setting of attainable goals that consistently deliver results. You will not find a better PT.

    N.Hamlyn (62) Business Coach

    Lost 10kg & Fixed Decades-Old Shoulder & Posture Issues

  • I started training with Felix to gain more muscle, and the results have been incredible. Felix is highly knowledgeable, patient, and an excellent teacher who always ensures I understand the purpose behind every exercise. He not only changed my diet, making me leaner and stronger, but also introduced me to exercises I never would have attempted on my own, like deadlifts, squats, and pull-ups, while always emphasizing perfect technique. His deep understanding of biomechanics, movement training, and rehabilitation has helped me improve my performance while avoiding injuries. Felix is very professional and has even used motivational techniques to help me build healthier habits outside of our sessions, making his approach truly comprehensive and transformative.

    Dimitri Van Loeree (49) Software Engineer

    Increased All Lifts by 30%, Complete Overhaul of Diet, Successful Psychological Perspective Shift on Diet, Training & Health

  • I have had several episodes of medical shoulder dislocation, which had always prevented me from exercising with confidence. As a result, I felt very restricted in being able to meet my desired fitness goals, as lifting a small carry-on bag was a struggle for me. However, since I ve started training with Felix, I now feel my shoulder has become very strong and stable, giving me the confidence to train further, to be able to have an active fitness life, and to meet my goals. What’s more, I can also see a significant improvement in my overall posture as a whole. Felix has a very unique technique for training his client.He trains each person according to their own needs, instead of using just a one size fits all approach. Felix is very dedicated and gives you 100% attention during training. His attention to detail is unmatched, ensuring he fines tunes and corrects my technique and form, and he strives for excellence every time.  Overall Felix, has a commendable work ethic, he is extremely knowledgeable, and I enjoy my training session with him. Therefore, I would highly recommend Felix without any hesitation what’s so ever, as he will not only change the way you look at exercising, but he will also make your stronger, leaner, and confident at the gym, by doing the right exercises the right way.

    Rakhi Kavade (45) Product Manager

    Correction of Spinal Lordosis, Stabilisation of Shoulders, Full Body Strength Improvements

  • Heading towards collecting my pension, recovering from a third bout of breast cancer and sofa lounging during lockdown I knew I had a choice. I could choose to continue sloth-like into old age (and accept all the associated risks) or choose to get fitter. So reluctantly I joined the gym and asked for their most patient trainer! They recommended Felix Weaver who has been my very patient trainer for the past two years. Initially I couldn’t even squat and hated the gym! Felix has always worked to my level and ability and started me off slowly, assessing my weaknesses and how these could be best addressed. I have a personalised programme which initially focused on building my mobility, flexibility and strength and slowly built up to include resistance training and use of the gym equipment. As an Icon trainer, Felix has expertise in nutrition and injury management and has supported me in improving my diet and drinking more water. He is very professional, always on time for sessions and communicates well but the best thing about him is ability to keep me motivated, he has built my confidence, is so patient and can keep a straight face when I do something totally wrong (regularly). Two years later I use the squat rack, lift weights, got decent form, feel confident in using the gym and whilst the inner sloth still raises its head Felix always manages to get me back on track!

    Julia Wolton (66) Senior Consultant

    Life-Changing Improvements in Strength, Mobility & Psychological Outlook on Fitness & Nutrition

  • I have worked with a number of personal trainers over the years, but the past two years with Felix have been in a different league - immensely enjoyable and productive.  Felix takes time to discuss your goals and to really understand your physical boundaries (which is important to me as an older client), and then goes on to develop a truly tailored programme. He has a very methodical approach, starting with the foundations of each exercise, diagnosing and addressing any imbalances/asymmetries and then focusing on incremental adjustments so you systematically build up strength and flexibility. He is hyper observant, with an impressive knowledge of biomechanics, and is great at explaining in layman’s terms how the brain and body interact, and why the body is hard-wired to take the course of least resistance.  This really helps you to perfect your form and to maximise results whilst also reducing the risk of stresses and strains. Felix truly deserves his ‘elite trainer’ designation, and I recommend him without hesitation.

    John Spencer (66) Lawyer

    Correction of Life-Long Limits of Mobility & Asymmetry in Back & Shoulders

  • I initially started training with Felix to lose the 20kg I had gained after the birth of my second child. I was extremely demotivated, and my confidence was at an all-time low. He devised a structured training and meal plan after an in-depth discussion on my body composition goals and work schedule. I wanted to lose weight whilst building muscle and I wanted to grow my glutes whilst decreasing my waist. I also only had 1 hour to spend in the gym 3 x per week. Not only have I achieved my goals, but I have also gained so much confidence and now have a really positive relationship with my body. I have received so many complements from men and women!   With Felix's guidance and encouragement, I took up Brazilian Ju Jitsu, which has always been a dream that I never had the confidence to do in the past. Participating in a new physical sport has not been easy and I have suffered countless injuries along the way. However, with Felix's expertise in sports massage and therapy, he has been able to help with injury recovery which has enabled to carry on and get my blue belt.  One of my proudest achievements to date. Felix has been passionate about helping me unravel years of unhealthy thought processes and behaviours. I am currently in the best shape of my life with a positive mind set when it comes to food, health, and fitness. Training with Felix has no doubt been the best investment on myself and I look forward to continuing my journey with him.

    J.Kersch (47) Chartered Surveyor

    Phase 1 Lost 20kg, Phase 2 Gained 4" to Glutes, Phase 3 Achieved Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Blue Belt

  • I originally started PT because I was very new to the gym, struggled with joint weakness, pain and hypermobility, wanted to learn proper technique and also have somebody to keep on top of my training consistency. After the first initial months of focusing on building up strength in my joints, I found that all the joint aches and pains that I had been dealing with for over a decade were pretty much gone and we were able to start working more on building up full body strength. After a few years of working together, I now have a lot more confidence both in terms of training knowledge and awareness of how my body works but also in terms of my body image and how I feel/ hold myself after improving my performance in the gym. This obviously positively impacts all aspects of my life in ways that I’d never experienced before. Felix has a lot of knowledge in all aspects of training (and clearly has a passion for learning more), whether that be biomechanics, nutrition or rehabilitating injuries, he’s always aware of how to help and is often coming to our sessions with new techniques that can be implemented for my specific needs. For example, as a musician I build up a LOT of tension and tightness in my back and shoulders from playing guitar on long tours and my programme has evolved to reflect my needs both preparing for tour and recovering afterwards. Not only has this meant that I’m better prepared to perform on stage and do my job, I’m also avoiding weeks of post tour pain! Due to my work commitments, I’ve always struggled to keep up consistency in other areas of life which means that the regularity of my training has always gone through peaks and troughs but I’ve never been made to feel bad about that. Even after weeks of not training and dreading my first session back, I’ve always left feeling positive and hopeful that I can come back stronger.

    N.Adams (25) Musician

    Gained 6kg of Muscle, Stabilised & Strengthened Joints for Lifting, Build Strong Rotator Cuff

  • As everybody is different, PT helps to have a tailor made training that works best for each individual. I extremely benefited from the program that Felix set. My original purpose was core strengthening and improving mobility. Now I am doing weight lifting. The training has eased my back, shoulders and neck pain and has made me faster on the football pitch. Personal training has improved my mobility and core and my personal trainer helps with any muscle / stress related emergency issue. I learned from my personal trainer patience, and had a positive effect on my life style.

    I.Hamidi (55) Journalist

    Strengthened & Rehabilitated Lower Back, Improved Performance in Football

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