"My first meeting with James was in February 2018. Just 8 weeks before I had a total knee replacement, I was told with a BMI of 40.9 that I was very lucky my consultant would still operate. James gave me a daily calorie allowance, home exercises to do and told me that I had to send him photos of my meals. We also worked on strength and mobility to help with my recovery after my operation. James kept in contact and after about 8 weeks I was back in the gym doing gentle rehabilitation exercises. Over the last year, I have seen James on a weekly basis and I have had a few occasions where I have completely lost the plot with my food. He has bought me back on track by dealing with my state of mind and encouraging me to talk about why this happened. He made me realise I have come so far, not to give up and to carry on with my journey. I can now do squats, lunges etc and I am able to kneel on the floor pain free. I am waiting for the other knee to be replaced and I have managed to reduce my BMI to 31.7. I have so much more energy than before. James puts a positive spin on every negative comment I make. The online contact during the rest of the week is invaluable, especially if you have a wobble. The physiotherapist at Christchurch Hospital said I was lucky to have found a personal trainer as good as James and he wishes there were more like him. They were interested to hear that James was supportive both inside the gym and out. James has given me the confidence to believe in myself and that I can do anything I want to. It wont be as long as 8 weeks after my next operation before I am back training with James."