9 Gillespie Pl, Edinburgh EH10 4HW, UK
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As a coach myself, I value learning from other coaches at the top of their profession. Ally is a phenomenal coach who has helped me learn Muay Thai specific conditioning drills and techniques over the years and he’s helped me improve my fitness with pad work. Ally, as a former multiple boxing champion, is a pillar of knowledge and experience and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their mental/physical health, in Edinburgh.
I've been training with Ally for 2 years now. As my first personal trainer, he's exceeded all my expectations, making the experience motivating and rewarding right from the start. His personable and friendly demeanor immediately put me at ease—he's approachable, encouraging, and truly invested in my journey, which was crucial as a beginner. Plus, he looks the part: visibly muscly and healthy, inspiring confidence that he lives the fitness lifestyle he promotes. His kickboxing sessions are a standout. The style is engaging and dynamic, mixing technique with enjoyable drills that keep me engaged without feeling intimidating. He focuses on natural progression, building skills step by step so I can see real improvement without frustration. Instructions are straightforward and easy to follow, perfect for someone new to this kind of training. For weights training, his approach is excellent and aligns with what I've learned professionals recommend—emphasizing proper form, progressive overload, and adequate recovery. He's tailored it to my level, and the progress has been impressive: I've gained strength, improved my physique, and boosted my endurance faster than I anticipated. Additionally, his gym setup is brilliant. The space is well-organized and spacious, allowing for comfortable movement during sessions. He's equipped it with top-notch kit, including high-quality weights, kickboxing gear, and functional training tools, which enhance the overall training experience and contribute to effective workouts. What really impresses me is his comprehensive grasp of diet and lifestyle. He incorporates emerging best practices, like science-backed nutrition strategies and sustainable habits, helping me refine my eating and routines without overwhelming changes. This has led to better energy levels and easier long-term commitment. Overall, Ally is a strong, well-rounded trainer who delivers results while keeping things enjoyable and accessible. If you're new to fitness or seeking guidance, he's an outstanding choice—highly recommended! Thanks Ally!
I have been training with Ally for 18 months now, and I must say he has been excellent! He's very good at tailoring sessions to your skill level and physical ability, whilst encouraging you to push your limits. I've made great progress, and I would highly recommend him to anyone trying to chase their fitness goals 💪🏼
Been training with ally for a while now and not only has he continued to progress my sessions with improving my lifting techniques and form, he has also kept them interesting and fun He has also improved my muay thai techniques massively with his expertise in the art, with his 1-1s and tips Whether you are wanting to improve your lifting form and tone up, or improve your boxing/Muay Thai techniques for self defence/ enjoyment, you are dealing with the best there is in the game, there is no better I cannot recommend a better pt for your needs, he has been brilliant for me and he will be for you too
I've been working with Ally now for around 1 year. He's helped me so much improve my strength and conditioning for my sport in Muay Thai, aiding my fight camps with his plans and keeping me progressing. His knowledge and experience is second to none. Highly recommended Coach and awesome person. Thanks Ally 🙏🏼
Ally McPherson has been an outstanding personal trainer, particularly excelling in Muay Thai pad work and conditioning. Under Ally's guidance, I honed both fitness and technique, achieving significant progress. His expertise, personalized approach, and commitment to my fitness goals make him an invaluable asset as a personal trainer. I highly recommend Ally for anyone seeking a dedicated and skilled professional in Muay Thai training.
Posted 2 years agoAlly is a pro ! He is absolutely top level at coaching and gives you all the skills needed to be the best version of yourself. He has a very high level technical understanding and a lot of valuable experience. His knowledge and expertise extends to all aspects of life to bring out the best in his clients. I can see a significant improvement in my technique since I started and my fitness has drastically improved and already have learned so much in the art of Muay Thai.
Posted 2 years agoAlly has a lot of knowledge about strength and conditioning and how to tailor training to suit specific needs and goals, including working around injuries. Scheduling has been very straightforward and flexible around shift work. I've been working with Ally for about 6 months and can feel the strength difference to when I started. Would highly recommend to anyone in a combat sport or anyone looking to build strength and mobility.
Posted 4 years agoI've been training with Ally for over a year now. It's been a very enjoyable experience, and a productive one. He know his stuff: strength training, nutrition, and of course Muay Thai. The Muay Thai is fantastic for getting stronger and leaner, without endless boring reps on machines. And Ally himself is always cheery and encouraging. I highly recommend him for your fitness goals, whatever they may be.
Been training with Ally for over a year now and in that time he has provided superb training and support for my fitness goals. His knowledge and ability to keep routines challenging and effective has seen me drop significant amount of weight and gain lean muscle mass. Ally keeps it simple and effective, no confusing or overly complicated diet plans or workouts, he has always considered my daily life / work commitments when setting up my training. I would recommend Ally to anyone at any level looking to make significant positive lasting changes to their health.
Disclaimer: This is not Ally's character review, it is a service review, so please don't come at me as I think Ally is a great person with a lovely personality and very knowledgeable about his craft. The service I was provided with Martial Fitness Coaching had me paying £440 for 10 sessions + £60/month for a nutrition daily evaluation. I skipped the nutrition evaluation as I already had someone helping me with that part but was happy to do the 10 sessions. I ended up only doing two sessions, one introductory where we met and talked about goals and another to test my strength and resistance limits at the time. Those two were great, really focused and intense but also very targeted and providing really good insights. However, that was it. I had told Ally I would be having a wild time with travel and he said it was all okay and that we'd stay in touch so I could have him ready when I arrived. Unfortunately, Ally did not follow up much and the last whatsapp message is mine telling him when I'd be in Edinburgh to schedule a training. I was mostly the one engaging with him though I had paid a service that he was supposed to provide, which I thought was odd considering I had had services like this before and never had to initiate conversations. As you can guess, a person with lots of traveling and work might have a hard time picking training back up with a personal trainer or even remembering there's one waiting, so I would not recommend this service if you're in this kind of situation as I think it is more of a "local and/or established" kind of person that would benefit from Ally's services. All that being said, Ally is great to work with and is super relaxed. I recommend these services if you are in Edinburgh longterm.
Posted 2 years ago
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