My wonderful, fit, awesome clients
About Richard:
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Steve Lesser
Brilliant, Funny, Inspirational.
I have enjoyed every workout with Richard and progressed to a level I thought unachievable in my 52-year-old frame.
I now have the belief and motivation to keep on exercising no matter what, this would not have been possible without Richard’s expertise.
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I can recommend Richard to anyone willing to dare. It will be worth it!!
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The best of health and happiness to all.
Patrick Hunt
“I have been training with Richard for over 10 years.
I was originally introduced to Richard through my orthopaedic surgeon as I prepared for hip replacement surgery.
While my initial focus was on rehab from the surgery, I soon saw the benefits of our training together.
Within a few months I achieved a level of strength and fitness that I had never had before!
Having started with one session per week, Richard and I now train together twice a week. It is key to my health and fitness, and where possible I build my business schedule around it - rather than the other way round!”
Gillian, in Roseville
One day my wife
called me fat.
My two year old agreed.
I freaked out.
One thing or another led me to Rich. We worked together for five years, the first of which was focused on getting my back in order and losing heaps of weight, both of which happened in three months. Rich helped me build abdominal strength, reduce my weight to my ideal 177 pounds and double my upper body strength. My life was transformed from one of self indulgence to one of self awareness. Rich not only got me there but taught me to manage my own self discipline in the process.
Harry Carter – IT consultant.
"Richard has trained me for many years.
He motivates me to work hard with a unique combination of good humour, psychology and a vast knowledge of anatomy and human movement. He makes personal training mentally and physically rewarding."
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Andrew 56 Neutral Bay
My personal training with Richard Meikle began soon after joining the Physical Factory in November 1993. There I was, 36 years old, my 16 year marriage had just broken up, battling a seemingly life long weight problem and a huge life change and I had never been to a gym in my life! I spent the first couple of weeks at the gym pedalling furiously and treadmilling away my emotions whilst I observed Richard train his clients.
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Richard was full of energy and vitality...thought just some of it may rub off on me! I decided to bite the bullet and engage a few personal training sessions to help me with my program. Those few sessions turned into four wonderful years. In the first 12 months I dropped 24 kilos with weekly weight training and fitness sessions which increased to fortnightly sessions. I had been on the diet train all my life and with Richard’s guidance I learned to get off and focus on sensible eating. I learned to use weights and exercise appropriately for fat burning and fitness and began to participate in fun runs and local fitness events. I was full of life and bursting with energy! Next on the horizon was a half marathon which was my “before I hit 40 goal” and with Richard’s expertise I put in a great effort and completed the Gold Coast Half Marathon which gave me great self satisfaction.
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Richard was very instrumental in equipping me with what I know will be a lifelong commitment to exercise and for this I am eternally grateful.
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Sue Little
"I've been training with Richard for 10 years. I came from an active sporting background but never truly understood the mechanics or specifics of strength training. Richard not only taught me this, but his instruction enabled me to train at a level and reach goals I had not previously been able to achieve. The methodical and detailed training programs that were developed over the years have taken into account my abilities, worked within my schedules and were always orientated towards my goals. Even when travelling, the prior instruction gave me the confidence to undertake the programs on my own. Over the years I've had multiple injuries (through extracurricular sports) and Richard has always assisted me through the recovery process and considered this in the training. He's helped me to become stronger and fitter than ever. I'm sincerely grateful for his guidance and support and look forward to many more years of (positive) pain and gains!”
- Nick D
As a young man I played rugby and had a few injuries. As I hit my 40’s the twinges in my body became more pronounced. As a husband, father and business person I didn’t want to jeopardize my health and discussed surgery.
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I was wisely advised to gently, methodically and consistently work on strengthening the muscles around the problem spots.
I sought a personal trainer who would work on the whole body.
I found Richard Meikle and he has worked with me for many years now. So much so that I believe I am physically in better tone and health than many others my age.
My extended family have all used Richard for either long term or short term personal training.
The encouragement and knowledge of having a mentor in managing my health and body in the form of Richard Meikle has surprised me and certainly prevented me from surgery and other medications many people my age require.
I look forward to maintaining my fitness with Richard and perhaps there will be 3 generations of the family wisely guided in their health and fitness by Richard well into the future.
Nicholas Andrews (84)
Maria Andrews (79)
Anthony Andrews (51)
Rich has the kind of knowledge that can only be gained through years of experience matched with a rare ability to put it into words and movements with ease.
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In the five years I’ve been training under Rich’s guidance, he has shown more patience with my body than I ever could.
The result: I am able to do things I never thought possible prior and, best of all, I’ve been injury free since day one - a small miracle given my dodgy back and busted knee.
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Phillip Heads
I have had the pain and pleasure of working with Richard as my Personal Trainer over 5+ years.
He has a great combination of experience, deep knowledge, “push” and fun that make sessions both rewarding and challenging.
Over the time, I have benefited from this combination of talent in many ways, especially from Richard guiding me and having built and maintained a wonderful core strength and eliminating debilitating sciatic and shoulder pain.
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Steve Lesser
My name is Beverley and I would like to highlight the reasons why I believe Richard Meikle is the Personal Trainer for you.
I have been under the professional care and expertise of Richard for many years.
His knowledge of fitness, exercise physiology, weight training and nutrition is second to none.
He has the capability to make you feel good about yourself.
He is very encouraging, patient and most of all Richard has the demeanour that makes you want to return for session after session.
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If you want to look fit, feel good about yourself inside and out, I highly recommend Richard. He will be the one to get you to where you want to be in your world of health and fitness.
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Beverley R
Happy to recommend....
"I started working with Rich about 3 years ago following my retirement from full time work. Whilst being very active and keeping fit, I have found my weekly sessions with Rich to be of great benefit. We have concentrated on maintaining flexibility and enhancing muscle mass. The program has been varied and changes every month, which maintains enthusiasm and continues to challenge. His attention to detail is also important to ensure that core is always engaged and technique is solid. I am very happy to recommend Rich to any interested parties."
- Warwick James
I have trained with Richard for the past two years.
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Richard has a calm, caring and confident approach to training based on understandable concepts, excellent training techniques and regularly updated personalised programs.
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His expertise, encouragement and guidance motivate you to reach your full potential.
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I always look forward to my training sessions with Richard and thank him for the results I have achieved.
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Rob Foster
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