CIMSPA Level 3 Certified · 5+ Years Experience · 1,500+ Sessions Delivered
Personal
Trainer
Edinburgh
Personal training in Edinburgh and online coaching for men and women over 30.
No more guessing in the gym. Learn proper lifting technique, build real strength, and get a leaner, stronger body — on a schedule that actually fits your life.
Who I Help
No More Gym Anxiety.
Start Training With Confidence.
Gym & Weight Training Competence
- Go from second-guessing to confident — walk onto the gym floor knowing exactly what to do
- Learn proper lifting technique and exercise selection, zero guesswork, at your own pace
Build a Stronger, More Capable Body
- Build real, visible strength and lean muscle without needing days to recover
- Progressive training matched to you — your current fitness level and health, not a generic programme
Sustainable Fat Loss
- Drop body fat with a plan you'll stick to
- Smart training and manageable nutrition that fits around work, social life, and family — no extreme dieting
About Craig
Personal Training
In Edinburgh
Hi, I'm Craig 👋 Edinburgh based Personal Trainer and Online Coach.
I help busy men and women over 30 rebuild strength, drop fat, and regain daily energy through realistic, structured training that fits around work and family commitments.
Why I Specialise in Coaching Clients Over 30:
With a BSc (Hons) in Sport, Fitness and Coaching and 5+ years of personal training experience coaching over 60 clients, one clear pattern emerged:
Gym Floor Intimidation — so many people walk into the gym, look at the free weights, and feel completely out of place, defaulting to cardio machines because they aren't sure how to lift safely.
My goal is simple: build your lifting competence and confidence, step by step. I'll show you that weight training can be enjoyable, deeply rewarding, and built entirely around your schedule.
What That Means For You
When you stop guessing and start training for your real life, everything clicks:
- Build Visible Strength — master key compound lifts with proper technique
- Drop Stubborn Weight — practical, sustainable body composition strategies
- Train With Total Confidence — no more second-guessing on the gym floor
- Protect Your Downtime — keep the energy and freedom to enjoy your weekends
Ready to finally make a lasting change?
Book your free 15-minute consultation today. We'll discuss what isn't currently working and map out whether my coaching is the right fit for you.
What You Can Expect
No Guesswork. Just a Clear System That Works.
Personal training built around you — clear structure, total gym confidence, and the support to achieve lasting results.
Expert 1-on-1 Coaching, In-Person or Online
Structured in-person personal training sessions in Edinburgh or online designed to maximise your progress. Every rep, set, and exercise choice is guided with proper form and programmed around your specific goals — so you get results, not wasted hours on the gym floor.
Continuous Support & Accountability
No more falling off track after three weeks. Direct access to me between sessions for form checks and regular check-ins to keep you consistent.
Data-Driven Progress Tracking
We remove the guessing. By tracking everything from strength numbers, nutrition, and body composition over time, we make timely adjustments so you keep moving forward.
Lifting Mastery & Complete Gym Autonomy
Develop complete weight training competence. Master key compound lifts with perfect form, understand exercise selection, and learn how to confidently structure and progress your own Push, Pull, Lower, or Full-Body sessions.
Methodology
The 4-Step Framework to Results
Discovery & Assessment
We evaluate your current fitness, mobility, goals, and daily routine.
Custom Roadmap
We build a training plan specifically around your schedule, body, and equipment.
Hands-On Coaching
Train with precision using evidence-based exercise selection and technique cues.
Progress & Refinement
Track metrics continuously to guarantee consistent strength and energy gains.
Programmes
Choose Your Level of Support
Flexible coaching options designed for your goals and lifestyle.
In-Person Personal Training
Edinburgh — Nuffield Health Omni Centre
Direct, hands-on coaching with an experienced Edinburgh-based personal trainer to master your lifts, push your limits safely, and make real progress in every session.
- Custom training split built entirely around your goals
- Real-time form checks and cueing — so you always know you're lifting correctly
- Progressive overload tracking, so strength gains never stagnate
- Recovery and lifestyle guidance — sleep, stress, and energy, built into your plan
Online Coaching
Fully Remote
Complete structured workouts on your own time — backed by personalised nutrition, lifestyle support, and direct weekly accountability.
- Custom Gym Plans built around your fitness goals (updated monthly)
- Personalised calorie and macro targets
- Weekly check-ins and unlimited WhatsApp support
- Weekly video technique analysis
Testimonials
Proof It Works
Thanks to Craig's guidance and support, I've not only seen significant improvements but also look forward to my workouts — even on days when I feel tired or unmotivated. He strikes a perfect balance between being supportive and understanding of my needs. Craig is a fantastic trainer who genuinely cares about his clients' success and well-being.
Craig is a fantastic coach — clearly knowledgeable and genuinely passionate about all things fitness and wellbeing. He takes the time to listen, understand your goals, and adapt the plan to suit your needs. His approach is supportive and structured, which helped me stay consistent and actually enjoy the process. I highly recommend Craig — not just for his expertise, but because he genuinely cares about helping you succeed.
A year ago, I had my wedding coming up and wanted to look a certain way. Craig understood exactly what my goal was and supported me through everything — from diet consultations to pre-wedding stress. The results were amazing. Couldn't have done it without him. Reassuring, understanding, and consistent — Craig has always provided solid support for my fitness goals.
Free Tool
Calculate Your Calorie Requirements
Estimate your maintenance, target fat loss and muscle gain calories.
Your personalised TDEE, calorie targets, and macro split appear on screen immediately after you enter your details — no spam, ever.
Your Results
FAQ
Still Have Questions?
I'm an Edinburgh-based personal trainer with over 5 years of experience and 1,500+ 1-on-1 sessions delivered. I specialise in helping clients over 30 who feel stuck, frustrated or stagnating with generic gym routines that no longer serve them.
Holding a BSc (Hons) in Sport, Fitness, and Coaching, I combine evidence-based strength training research with practical, real-world experience. to help you build strength, lose weight, and feel confident again. Whether you're looking for personal training in Edinburgh city centre or remote online coaching, I build sustainable plans tailored to your body and schedule today.
Personal training is ideal if you're over 30 no longer seeing progress from your workouts, or you're simply unsure where to start. If you feel overwhelmed by the endless conflicting fitness advice, unsure how to lift weights safely or simply feel a complete lack of confidence stopping you from reaching your potential, receiving expert 1-to-1 guidance from a qualified personal trainer can make all the difference.
As your personal trainer, I eliminate the guesswork. I start by identifying what's holding you back, building a custom training split around your busy schedule, and providing continuous accountability to ensure you never go off track.
If you want a clear, sustainable path to build real strength and boost your confidence in the gym, personal training is the right fit. Not sure yet? Get in touch using my contact form and we can have a chat regarding your goals.
In-person 1-on-1 personal training takes place at Nuffield Health Omni Centre, 61/10 Leith Street, Edinburgh City Centre, EH1 3AU.
Located right next to St James Quarter and just off Leith Walk, the facility is easily accessible from across Edinburgh. It features state of the art strength and conditioning equipment, spacious free-weight areas, private changing facilities, and dedicated parking.
Getting started takes three simple steps:
1. Free 15-Minute Consultation: We'll have a quick chat about your training history, lifestyle commitments, and main goals to see if we're a good fit.
2. Your Personalised Roadmap: If we proceed, I'll build a tailored training programme designed specifically around your body, mobility, and weekly availability (typically 2–3 sessions per week).
3. Start Training: We meet for your 60-minute sessions at Nuffield Health Omni Centre in central Edinburgh, backed by direct 1-on-1 WhatsApp support between workouts.
Ready to build a stronger body? Book your free consultation using the form below, or drop me an email directly at enquiries@coachedbycraig.com.
Ready to take your strength and energy to the next level?
Tell me about your goals. I'll reply within 24 hours with next steps.
Nuffield Health Omni Centre, Edinburgh EH1 3AU
enquiries@coachedbycraig.com