About - Natalie Holmes | Personal Trainer

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“Exercise truly transformed my life”

In 2012, I left London’s fast-paced life for Sri Lanka’s vibrant landscapes, shifting from indulgent habits to a balanced lifestyle rich in nourishing food and outdoor activities.

Unexpected modelling opportunities in Sri Lanka highlighted my insecurities, especially after a Colombo Fashion Week rejection, motivating me to prioritise health and fitness. After 18 months of dedication, I became a Victoria’s Secret fitting model for four years, transforming exercise from a chore into a passion.

Returning to the UK during lockdowns after seven years abroad and a challenging breakup, fitness became my solace, enhancing both my physical and mental resilience. This personal transformation inspired me to turn my passion into a profession.

Since earning my qualifications in February 2021, I’ve become a Corrective Exercise Specialist, Pre and Post-Natal Trainer, Pilates Instructor, and soon, a Soft Tissue Therapist. Overtraining led to two spinal disc injuries, reinforcing my commitment to help others avoid similar issues. My mission is to empower individuals to build strong foundations, correct imbalances, enhance mobility, and achieve sustainable, pain-free longevity through a holistic, functional approach emphasising core strength and fluid movement. This journey requires effort and pushing limits, but the reward is the joy of feeling great and moving freely. Together, we’ll pursue goals and cultivate a lifestyle that nurtures health, vitality, and confidence for years to come.

Areas of Expertise

Qualifications and Specialisms

Corrective Exercise Specialist

Unlock your body’s full potential with my Corrective Exercise services. I will assess your posture and movement patterns to identify imbalances and compensations. I will then craft a personalised plan to enhance posture, movement quality, balance, and coordination, aiding in injury prevention and rehabilitation—even if you’re currently pain-free. Experience improved mobility and a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Pad Work

Pad work is a martial arts-based approach to fitness that provides an enjoyable way to include cardiovascular training in your routine.

Pre and Post Natal Specialist

A Pre and Post Natal Specialist who offers trimester-specific training to keep you & baby safe & prepare you for motherhood

Soft Tissue & Stretch Therapy

My Soft Tissue & Stretch Therapy service aids recovery, prevents injuries, and enhances performance. Relieve muscle tension, improve mobility and alleviate aches

Pilates Instructor

Work with a Pilates Instructor to lengthen & strengthen your body back to balance in this holistic approach to fitness that emphasises mind-body connection

Working With Me

Jen Ilman

"With home working and lockdown, I’d definitely become quite sloth like (!), and my fitness levels had plummeted massively. Natalie has developed a plan to help get things back on track starting with lots of mobility and posture work which has really helped with all the day-to-day aches and pains that had appeared, and prepared me for taking on cardio and strength work without any injuries (which is what happened when I tried to sort this all out by myself!) She’s been amazing and taking the time to create a plan that meets my needs and works for me, and explaining the how and why of what we’re doing which I really like. She’s been wonderfully patient, encouraging and has an excellent sense of humour – which has been essential when working with me! I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a PT!"

Georgina Dennison

"I am a 38 year old mum of 2 who was putting off doing any kind of exercise. I had no motivation and had become extremely unfit and overweight since lockdown started. I decided to join in on the free sessions at the beginning of March and have now completed 5! I’m so glad I did, I feel like I have a lot more energy and I am not finding the exercise as hard as the first week. I have already noticed a difference in my body and feel very proud for sticking with it. Natalie is brilliant she is enthusiastic, cheerful, encouraging and Keeps you motivated. Honestly if I can do it anyone can! I weighed myself today and have lost 1.8 kg (4lbs) in a week and a half and that is without changing my diet."

Sarah Fox

"Honestly...
i am probably the most unfit person I know, yet some how, Nataile has managed to make me feel as though I can achieve my body goal. Her classes are hard, I think I might die after. But she will only push as far as she knows you can manage! With each circuit she will give you options on harder or slightly easier.
Iv been doing 3 classes a week for the whole of March, I feel so much stronger mentally & physically. I catch myself using tips from the classes during my day.
In the class Nataile explains every move so you do it correctly & also explains its benefits.
I have now booked in for 10 1on1 sessions as I have enjoyed it so much. Her bubbly personality is contagious so you leave feeling super happy with yourself."

Katey O'Brien

I cannot recommend Natalie enough, I spent last summer training with her and she is professional, knowledgeable and attentive. Our sessions were always varied and challenging we started by working on form and balance and built up to weights and strength enabling me to progress at a steady rate with confidence. Natalie has a great knowledge of everything fitness and health related and is always thinking of new ways to make exercise interesting and enjoyable! I felt and looked the best I ever have and can’t wait to work with Natalie again in the future.

Adeline LeBlanc

I built up the courage to ask for help in getting healthier and fitter and to loose weight, I went straight to Natalie because I knew that she would give me a very much needed kick up the bum, every week she makes the effort to fit in with my timing and gives me her everything! She doesn’t let me give up or stop all while encouraging me, in the last few weeks I’ve noticed a huge difference in my abilities to do the workouts and my endurance! All while having a catch up and a bit of gossip! What more could I ask for!!

Naomi Stewart

"I reached out to Natalie in early summer to help motivate my fitness goals, having been through the same lockdown/WFH challenges as many others. Our 1:1 sessions have been fantastic, with excellent attention to form and increasing strength, flexibility, and posture. All of her sessions are targeted exactly to my desired targets, gaps, and injuries - every week. Would highly recommend Natalie for anyone looking for custom, progressive sessions for long-term success."

Different Ways We Can Work Together

Services

Every body is different, as are the needs and circumstances of each individual, so finding a way to train that suits your situation is necessary. There are options available regardless of your circumstances so browse the services below to find something that works for you.

Online Coaching

Online Coaching is the perfect solution to remove location based barriers as all coaching takes place either in app or via video, depending on the package you choose

Classes

A number of classes are available both in person (North & Central London) and online. Classes are the perfect solution for those who prefer working out in a group environment and love to move

Personal Training

Personal Training is training delivered in person at a time and place that is convenient for you within a 5mile radius of Kings Cross. Training will be completely tailored to you and your goals

Training Programmes

Perfect if you're looking for an in-app workout programme delivered straight to your mobile with full demonstration videos for every exercise, written instructions, and around the clock support

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Maximum Results, Minimal Time

Whatever your unique fat loss or muscle building goal, if you are serious and ready to change your diet, activity levels and mindset, my bespoke transformation programs are designed to deliver maximum results in minimum time. I help you define your goals then create the most effective training and nutrition plan for results.