MY STORY
I can fondly remember thriving when I was young. I’d run, cycle, climb and skate anywhere and everywhere I could. The opportunities for movement and fresh air were abundant.
As I 'grew up', life took over, as it does to most of us. I lost all connection with what I loved most; getting out into the great outdoors, feeling strong in my body, running around wild and free in nature, all without a single worry on my mind (except maybe getting home on time for dinner!)
The majority of us, to some degree, gave up on this way of life when 'we grew up'. I want to show you that it doesn't have to be that way. In fact, our natural state is to be fully alive and thrive.
For a long time I had no solid goals or vision for my future and when I finally decided to focus on my health again, the confusion and frustration caused by the quick-fix symptom relief and ego-driven culture of the fitness industry became apparent.
I made lots of silly mistakes over the years (resulting in a lot of unnecessary pain and suffering), but I’ve come a long way since then. I feel better than ever. I feel stronger, fitter and healthier than ever. I am alive and thriving.
I can run a sub 16 minute 5k, I've came 1st place on mountain marathons and ultras, and I'm constantly pushing the limits of my potential. Because that is where the growth happens.
I'm not a naturally gifted or talented athlete. In fact, I've had to navigate severe foot issues, back pain, and almost every running related injury you can imagine.
I help people to navigate the same 'wellbeing' minefield that I had to, but I try to do so in a more enjoyable way! (Which works quicker with better long-term results)
My focus as a coach is to enable others to thrive through re-connecting with nature and our natural state as human beings.
I guide people with foundational movement, breathing, nutrition and lifestyle practices first and foremost, so that they have a solid base to build upon, enabling them to thrive long-term and to add high quality years to their lives.
My coaching involves a unique blend of practices from my direct personal experience within the Armed Forces, competing as a mountain trail runner, the teachings from my travels to India where I studied Himalayan Yoga, alongside the life transforming practices I've learnt from Tony Riddle.
My life experiences and guidance from various coaches and mentors, alongside the knowledge applied from numerous high-level coaching qualifications I've achieved throughout my life.
I'm fed up with all the false information and money making gimmicks out there, so I've designed simple, science-based coaching systems that you can rely on. Unless you've already been working with me, you probably won't have seen my methods before.
In-person work is phenomenal and I do run immersive events, but online coaching can be utilised by anyone, anywhere, offering convenience, flexibility and affordability. Online, I can give people even more support and accountability than I ever could in person.
Often I work in a hybrid format with my 1:1 coaching, with a unique blend of online accountability and guidance, alongside more specific deep work in person where necessary.
In our modern comfort and convenience culture, our health is more important than ever! If we have the firm foundations in place to thrive, we can grow older whilst feeling fulfilled in life.
If you want to keep up with the youngsters around you and inspire our future generations, your health and longevity must be at the forefront of your priorities.
For this reason, my coaching is always conducted in a holistic way, with longevity in mind. And it's not just about adding more years... Visualise this; Moving, thinking and feeling better as you age! How does that sound?
With Thriving Coaching, I will enable you to tap into the fullest expression of your immense human potential, achieving things you probably thought were impossible.
You can without doubt attain levels of thriving health and wellbeing that are unimaginable. You can dramatically improve the quality of your life and see your entire world change around you.
All I ask from you is full participation in the process. With trust in place, you are guaranteed to learn, evolve and grow into the best version of you!
Through in-person and online coaching, and often with a hybrid of the two, I aim to enable life-changing transformations for people of all different ages and backgrounds. The ultimate aim? To feel fully alive and thrive!
If you want to know more about what I can offer to help you, let’s connect. You can reach me at [email protected]
I hope to connect with you soon.
In Thriving Health,
Chris