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Before

After

What sustainable weight loss actually looks like

“Hayat lost 12kg. But the number is honestly the least interesting part of what changed. When Hayat started working with Ivan, the goal wasn’t a figure on a scale. It was to feel strong again. To have energy. To stop feeling like her body was working against her.

What they built together was a nutrition and training plan built entirely around her life — her schedule, her health history, her goals. No extreme restriction. No plan that collapses the moment real life gets busy.

12kg down. A completely different relationship with food, with exercise, and with what her body is capable of. This is what proper, evidence-based coaching looks like.”

“I didn’t just lose 12kg — I found a way of eating and training that actually works for my life.” — Hayat, Stay Young PT client

Why You Need Specialist Support on GLP-1 Medications

Muscle Loss Risk

Research shows GLP-1 medications can result in 25-39% muscle loss during weight loss, significantly higher than diet and exercise alone (10-30%). Without resistance training, you risk losing strength, mobility and metabolic health.

Weight Rebound Risk

Many people regain weight when medication stops if proper exercise habits and muscle mass aren't maintained. Structured resistance training and nutrition coaching help you keep results long-term.

Side-Effect Management

Fatigue, nausea, low blood sugar and reduced appetite require careful session planning, meal timing and exercise progression. I work with your medication schedule to maximise results safely.

Why Work With Me for GLP-1 Support?

I'm Ivan Young, a Level 4 Personal Trainer and Nutritionist specialising in diabetes, obesity and complex medical conditions. Throughout my personal training career I've worked with multiple clients on GLP-1 weight loss medications, helping them maintain muscle mass, train safely and achieve sustainable fat loss. My qualifications and personal experience — reversing type 2 diabetes and losing 25kg myself — mean I understand this journey from both sides of the fence.

My Qualifications and Experience:

Level 4 Diabetes & Obesity: Developing Physical Activity and Weight Management
Level 4 Nutrition for Weight Management & Athletic Performance
GP Exercise Referral Specialist working with medically complex clients
Personal experience reversing type 2 diabetes and losing 25 kg through structured training and nutrition
Recovered from major cardiac event and multiple surgeries – I understand training with health challenges

Why Clients Choose Me:

I understand both the physical and psychological challenges of weight loss with medical conditions. Having overcome obesity, type 2 diabetes and gym anxiety myself, I create a supportive, confident environment where you feel comfortable, informed and empowered.

Whether you're new to exercise or experienced, I'll design a program that works with your medication, manages side-effects and protects your muscle mass throughout your weight loss journey.

What We'll Focus On Together

Progressive Resistance Training

Compound movements (squats, deadlifts, presses) 2-4 times per week to stimulate muscle protein synthesis and preserve lean mass. Training intensity adjusted to your energy levels and recovery capacity.

Protein-Forward Nutrition

Progressive Resistance Training

Structured meal plans targeting 1.6g protein per kg bodyweight (roughly 30% of calories) to maintain muscle during weight loss. Digestion-friendly strategies that work with GLP-1 side-effects like nausea and reduced appetite.

Sustainable Activity Levels

Progressive Resistance Training

Sustainable Activity Levels

Step count targets and low-impact cardio tailored to your energy, joint comfort and fitness level. Balanced approach: 50% resistance training, 50% aerobic exercise during active weight loss phase.

Behaviour & Habit Coaching

Progressive Resistance Training

Sustainable Activity Levels

Building sustainable habits around training, nutrition and recovery so you maintain results if you reduce or stop medication. Focus on long-term health, not just short-term weight loss.

How It Works

Step 1: Medical & Lifestyle Screening

Detailed intake covering your GLP-1 medication (type, dose, timing), side-effects, health history, current activity and goals. As a GP Exercise Referral Specialist, I'm trained to work safely with complex medical cases.

Step 2: Baseline Assessment

Step 1: Medical & Lifestyle Screening

Strength, balance, mobility and body composition testing (as appropriate). We establish your starting point and identify any injury or movement limitations to address.

Step 3: Personalised Training & Nutrition Plan

Choose in-person sessions at PureGym Twickenham, fully online coaching via app, or hybrid combination. All packages include structured resistance training programs and nutrition support tailored to your medication and lifestyle.

Step 4: Ongoing Monitoring & Adjustments

Regular check-ins to track progress, adjust training around dose changes or side-effects, and problem-solve weight plateaus. Continuous support throughout your GLP-1 journey and beyond.

GLP-1 Training & Nutrition Packages

In-Person Training (Twickenham)

One-to-one personal training at PureGym Twickenham with GLP-1-specific programming and nutrition support.

Includes:

Baseline assessment and medical screening
Progressive resistance training plan
Protein-focused nutrition guidance
Side-effect management strategies
Regular progress tracking

Available in 4-session or 8-session blocks

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Online Training & Nutrition

App-based coaching with structured workouts, check-ins and meal support for clients anywhere in the UK.

Includes:

Personalised training program via Trainerize app
Video exercise demonstrations and form checks
Nutrition coaching and meal planning
Weekly check-ins and plan adjustments
Direct messaging support

Available monthly or 3-month commitment

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Hybrid (In-Person + Online)

Combination of face-to-face sessions and app-based remote coaching for optimal flexibility and accountability.
Contact me to discuss a custom package that fits your needs and schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need GP clearance before starting training?

If you're already taking a GLP-1 medication prescribed by your GP or specialist, you're generally cleared for exercise. However, I conduct a thorough medical screening at your first session and can liaise with your GP if needed. As a GP Exercise Referral Specialist, I'm trained to work safely with complex health conditions.

What if I feel nauseous or fatigued during sessions?

We adjust training intensity, duration and timing around your medication schedule and how you're feeling. Sessions are flexible and adapted to your energy levels. I also provide nutrition strategies to manage nausea and maintain protein intake despite reduced appetite.

I've never exercised before – can I still work with you?

Absolutely. Many of my clients are new to the gym or haven't exercised in years. I specialise in helping beginners feel comfortable and confident. We start with simple compound movements, focus on proper form, and progress gradually as your strength and confidence build.

Will I lose muscle on GLP-1's

Research shows GLP-1 medications can result in significant muscle loss (25-39% of total weight loss) without proper intervention. However, combining resistance training 2-4 times per week with adequate protein intake (1.6g per kg bodyweight) effectively preserves muscle mass and strength during weight loss.

What happens if I stop taking the medication?

Many people experience weight regain when stopping GLP-1 medications if they haven't built sustainable habits. My coaching focuses on long-term behaviour change, muscle preservation and metabolic health so you maintain results regardless of medication status.

Do you offer nutrition coaching as well as training?

Yes. I'm a Level 4 qualified nutritionist specialising in weight management. All my GLP-1 packages include nutrition guidance, with options for detailed meal planning and supplement advice if needed.

What Clients Say

Ivan is the first personal trainer I have stayed the course with. He has made going to the gym something I enjoy rather than dread, and over time I have grown in confidence, and become leaner and fitter. I chose Ivan to train with because he was someone who had been on his own health and fitness journey who could relate to where I was in life. He was always positive and encouraging, motivating me to persevere. He has helped me to build really positive habits that are enduring, and which mean that I am continuing to get stronger and lose weight. I would highly recommend Ivan to anyone who wants to make a positive and lasting change to their lifestyle, and have fun doing so. - Pam Conway

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Very knowledgeable and supportive. Highly recommended to anyone looking to improve their diet and fitness. I had just had my daughter and was looking to shift baby weight, I'd put on 2 stone during pregnancy. I have already lost a stone in 2 months and feeling more confident already. - lucy Hooper

I was a client of Ivan’s at Stay Young PT for just under a year and I am genuinely shocked and grateful for how far I’ve come on my weight loss journey. Last year I was at the heaviest I’d ever been and finally decided enough was enough. I found Ivan through PureGym, took the leap, and since then he’s helped me lose 12kg which is somethi

As a woman with PCOS, losing weight has always been incredibly difficult and I was stuck in a cycle of losing a little, then putting it back on within a matter of weeks. Ivan designed a custom workout plan and calorie deficit tailored specifically to my needs. He didn’t know much about my condition at first but after our first session he made it his mission to research and learn everything he could so he could truly help me. His dedication is honestly insane and his passion for helping clients reach their goals is second to none.

We focused on training 2-3 days a week with a mix of PT sessions and solo workouts. At first the thought of going to the gym alone completely overwhelmed me, but after a month or two of training with Ivan I felt confident going in by myself. Our sessions were always fun and full of laughter and chat and he constantly reminded me that slow, consistent weight loss was the best way to keep it off for good. Trusting that process is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Without his methods and encouragement, I’d still be stuck in the same restrictive diet, binge and “I’ll start again next week” cycle that made me feel so awful in the past.

For the first time in a very VERY long time I can wear clothes I never felt confident in before and I finally fit into my favourite old outfits again. And best of all, I can be caught off guard in pics and videos and not hate what I see! Walking past shop windows or mirrors and having to do a double take like “wow is this really me?” is honestly one of the best feelings in the world.

So if you’re looking for a knowledgeable PT who genuinely cares about you as a person, not just your end goal, and who makes your workouts feel like hanging out with a friend, I 100% recommend Stay Young PT. Ivan, I really can’t thank you enough for all your support!

- Hayat Hasan

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Personal Training on GLP-1's

What sustainable weight loss actually looks like

Why You Need Specialist Support on GLP-1 Medications

Muscle Loss Risk

Weight Rebound Risk

Side-Effect Management

Side-Effect Management

Why Work With Me for GLP-1 Support?

My Qualifications and Experience:

Why Clients Choose Me:

What We'll Focus On Together

Progressive Resistance Training

Progressive Resistance Training

Progressive Resistance Training

Protein-Forward Nutrition

Progressive Resistance Training

Progressive Resistance Training

Sustainable Activity Levels

Progressive Resistance Training

Sustainable Activity Levels

Behaviour & Habit Coaching

Progressive Resistance Training

Sustainable Activity Levels

How It Works

Step 1: Medical & Lifestyle Screening

Step 1: Medical & Lifestyle Screening

Step 1: Medical & Lifestyle Screening

Step 2: Baseline Assessment

Step 1: Medical & Lifestyle Screening

Step 1: Medical & Lifestyle Screening

Step 3: Personalised Training & Nutrition Plan

Step 4: Ongoing Monitoring & Adjustments

GLP-1 Training & Nutrition Packages

In-Person Training (Twickenham)

Online Training & Nutrition

Hybrid (In-Person + Online)

Frequently Asked Questions

What Clients Say

Ready to Protect Your Muscle and Transform Your Health?

Questions before booking your consultation?

Tell me about your GLP‑1 medication, diabetes history and weight‑loss goals, and I’ll reply with recommendations and confirm whether a free GLP‑1 strategy call is the right next step.

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