Why Choosing a Personal Trainer with Eating Disorder Experience Matters

When it comes to fitness, we often hear the same messages: “Push harder.” “No pain, no gain.” “Track every calorie.”

But for someone with a history of disordered eating or exercise obsession, these messages can be not just unhelpful, they can be harmful.

If you’re searching for a personal trainer with eating disorder experience, you’re already doing something incredibly important: prioritising your health, not just your appearance.

Why This Experience Matters

Working with an eating disorder-informed personal trainer means working with someone who gets it, someone who understands the complex mindset around food, movement, and body image.

I know from both training and experience that fitness is not just about programs and progress charts. It’s about helping people feel safe in their bodies, not punished by them.

Eating disorders and disordered eating are often rooted in control, shame, or a drive to be “perfect.” When these underlying issues are overlooked, standard personal training approaches may reinforce harmful behaviours.

That’s why it’s essential to choose a trainer who knows how to:
✅ Recognise signs of disordered patterns
✅ Create a safe, non-triggering environment
✅ Support mental wellbeing as much as physical progress
✅ Encourage rest, nourishment, and self-respect not just results

My Approach: Health Over Numbers

As a personal trainer trained in supporting clients with eating disorders and disordered eating histories, I do things differently.

Instead of counting every step, macro, or minute in the gym, I focus on helping clients:

💚 Reconnect with their bodies
🥗 Enjoy food without guilt
🏋️‍♀️ Move in ways that feel good, not punishing
🧠 Build sustainable, empowering habits that support mental and physical health

No body shaming. No weigh-ins. No “burn off your food” mindset.
Just honest, compassionate coaching that helps you rebuild trust in your body and enjoy movement again.

It’s About the Relationship:Not the Routine

Your goals are unique. Maybe you’re in recovery. Perhaps you’re seeking a healthier approach to exercise after years of restriction or overexertion. Maybe you’re just tired of the toxic fitness culture.

Whatever your story, I’ll meet you where you are! Together, we’ll focus on progress that feels grounded and kind not obsessive or extreme.

I work collaboratively with clients, often alongside therapists or dietitians, where needed, to ensure that physical activity remains a positive and healing part of their lives.

Who I Work With

I support people who:

Are in recovery from eating disorders (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, orthorexia)
Struggle with body image or exercise guilt
Want to move from all-or-nothing thinking to balanced fitness
ADHD and Autisic clients
Need a supportive, non-judgmental space to rebuild strength and confidence

You don’t need to be “fixed” or “perfect” to start training. You just need someone who understands your journey.

Ready to Move Differently?

If you’re looking for a personal trainer with experience supporting eating disorder recovery, you’re in the right place. Together, we’ll take the pressure off, build your strength from the inside out, and develop a healthier, balanced relationship with food, fitness, and your body.

Because fitness should be about freedom, not fear.

👉 Book a discovery call today to learn how we can work together in a way that honours your mind and body.

You deserve support that sees the whole you! I am looking forward to starting this journey with you!