Success stories
Retirees, busy professionals, total beginners and people coming back from injury. None of them were “gym people”. Here's what happened when they found Unique Results.
Video stories
Eleven members, in their own words. Watch each video and read how it happened, with the full transcript.
Sue, 54
From six stone overweight to goal weight
Watch Sue's story
Debbie Lynn
Exercising regularly for the first time in 20+ years
Watch Debbie's story
David Gregory, 57
Back to fitness after years of injuries
Watch David's story
Suz, 58
Back problems gone through strength training
Watch Suz's story
Kevin, 62
A programme built around his needs
Watch Kevin's story
James, 43
Finally looks forward to training
Watch James's story
Alison, 47
Stronger than ever, and a first triathlon
Watch Alison's story
Steve, 57
A routine he actually sticks to
Watch Steve's story
Sylvia, 54
Confidence, in the gym and everywhere else
Watch Sylvia's story
Paul, 54
Ten years and still loving it
Watch Paul's story
Gaynor Finch, 59
Better mobility and stamina
Watch Gaynor's storyAges and membership lengths are as they were when each video was filmed.
The results wall
More energy, less weight, stronger bodies, fewer aches and a lot more confidence. In their own words.
7″ off his waist
“I have lost about 15-20lbs, which may not sound like much over a year, but coupled with a 7″ drop in waistline, a dramatically lowered resting heart rate and significantly increased strength, the change is very noticeable. But the biggest change is I actually look forward to training.”
Duncan Wiseman Member, Chelmsford
Deadlifts her own bodyweight
“The last 18 months has been life changing for me. This may sound dramatic but I feel invigorated and have a zest for life which left me in my early 30s.”
Tara Mann Member, Chelmsford
Retired and stronger than ever
“I was worried about circuit training and spinning in particular because I felt so unfit. A tough first few weeks but then I began to feel stronger, lost a good amount of weight and have rather more energy.”
Mick Southgate Member, Chelmsford
The moment you walk through the doors the trainers make you feel so welcome and know you by name instantly. I have made lots of friends at the gym but also some very special lifelong friends. Who would have thought this would happen in my local gym?
Since being at the gym I have been able to improve my strength training enormously. Who thought that I could deadlift 122½kg? I have attended all the walking weekends since I joined.
Wendy Bartram
With my retirement looming I knew I had found a purpose to get out of bed in the morning. I am now stronger, fitter and leaner and it's all thanks to this wonderful community. I just wish I had found Unique Results a lot earlier in my life.
I sometimes have that “I can't do that!” attitude, but having great trainers on my side with encouragement and support, I have exceeded in all aspects.
Julia Childs
This new photo really brought home to me the longer term benefits of consistent training. For me to wear a fitted dress means I have more confidence in my appearance and carry myself better.
Unique Results is such an important part of my life now. Thank you James and UR for making this a life change, not just a lifestyle change.
Suz May
I've signed up and left so many other uninspiring, impersonal gyms in the past. Unique Results is a completely different atmosphere. It is a bunch of lovely trainers who absolutely have your best interests at heart.
They know every single member's name, know what you are trying to achieve, know what you are struggling with and work with you to get the best results for you. The members are the same: everyone talks to each other and cheers each other on.
Jo Pearce
Having been a member of a very well known commercial gym in Chelmsford where my membership card never left my car, I can say Unique Results is the best ever gym. No uncomfortable moments, just welcome, and workouts tailored to suit every ability. Plus no posers!
I answered a post on Facebook looking for women over 50 who didn't do regular exercise. I am now attending 3 times a week.
Jenny Retallic
UR is much more than a gym, or a route to weight loss. James and the team genuinely have created a community. Everyone is so friendly, helpful and supportive.
Even in the first couple of visits there were a few new experiences for me: using a treadmill, holding a plank (badly at that point), and stepping on the scales in front of someone else!
Matt Wilson
Yours is free. No pressure, no obligation.
From the moment you enter you are greeted with “hello Paul”. Yes, they all know your first name, and that's not just the staff but also the other clients. Beginners are always welcomed and helped.
The personal training sessions are refined to your personal needs and I would highly recommend them. Just a great place to hang out, and the coffee isn't bad either.
Paul Southgate
Everyone, including the excellent trainers and members, encourages you to do your best! I never thought I would plan my social life around what I want to do at the gym, but I do now.
The atmosphere is great, whatever your ability!
Sally Gatrell
The time and effort ALL the trainers dedicate to the members is astonishing. Having a cap on the number of members means the classes are small and each participant receives targeted advice.
The members are fantastic. Everyone encourages and includes, no exceptions. You will want to go as often as possible. No more wasted membership fees!
Alex Nicoll-Bennett
Trainers are brilliant. They adapt what they do to take account of all our little (and not so little) foibles, but we are all pushed out of our comfort zones. That doesn't happen in larger gyms.
Everyone knows everyone else and everyone is super encouraging. All in all it is a fantastic place to get fit, make friends and have fun!
Jo Lilliott
Unique Results is like no other gym!
“My confidence was at an all-time low, I hadn't exercised in any structured form for many years and I was concerned about my health. From the first time I walked through the door I was greeted by my name and a reassuring smile.”
Your next step
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