Testimonials

Proven Results

I have worked with hundreds of clients from diverse backgrounds with numerous goals and issues. I have also coached at sports clubs including a jujitsu organisation for mobility and core sessions, a cycling club for Strength and Conditioning and Chester-Le-Street Amateur Rowing Club for land based Strength and Conditioning . Below are a few testimonials:

In September 2018 because of an osteoarthritic condition, I had a hip-replacement. The operation was successful. However in late January 2019 I suffered a fall and badly fractured my femur on the same leg. I had further surgery, with a new and larger prosthetic hip being fitted along with a number of metal ties to hold the broken bone together. These ties are still in-situ and cause no problems. Following recovery I was very uncertain in walking and constantly watching my feet in case I stumbled again. This obviously caused both posture and confidence problems. Following a discussion with my son, who was already a client of James I made an initial appointment with him in the summer of 2020. Following a full and rigorous assessment I became a client of James and he devised a full programme of exercise and therapy to assist in my recovery. Excellent dietary advice was also provided. With james help, and no little effort on my part, I have improved beyond all measure. I exercise every day, swim twice a week and still consult with James on a weekly basis. I walk with confidence, my posture is greatly improved and my muscle tone has also improved beyond measure. I can even see my ribs again! Overall I cannot thank James enough for all of the help, guidance and good advice he has given me.

— Adam

Hebburn

I've worked with James several times over the years to develop different aspects of my performance, from injury rehabilitation to enhancing my quality of movement. Most recently, since training restrictions have been lifted, we've been working on foot mechanics, joint mobility and muscle activation, with the overall aim of improving my Olympic Weightlifting technique. Additionally, he has challenged me with unilateral resistance and core strength and stability training to help resolve long standing muscular imbalances. All of this has drastically improved my movement performance both Olympic lifting and gymnastics movements, has alleviated any training 'niggles' I had, and has improved my all round athleticism in preparation for returning to my full training regime. James is by far and above one of the best professionals I have worked with and couldn't recommend him highly enough.

— Aaron

Stanley

Carol had severe pain across her entire upper back and shoulders and neck. An MRI showed Transverse Myelitis. She had never had sports massage or trigger point therapy (TPT) suggested. She had extremely forward rounded shoulders and head. After six sessions of TPT, manipulation, mobility movements, progressive strength exercises and 'homework' her pain was gone completely and her posture was significantly improved. Alongside this she followed changes to her nutrition, namely anti-inflammatory and pro gut health, hydration and certain nutraceuticals and supplements

— Carol

County Durham

I have worked with James for just over a year now, with regards to core strength, mobility and personal training. He identified a number of weaknesses and functional imbalances which contributed significantly to long-standing sports injuries I had suffered. His knowledge and experience is invaluable. I am well on the road to recovery and my overall performance and general wellbeing has improved. I am an active road cyclist who can spend many hours in the saddle. I feel I am better balanced and a lot stronger on the bike as a result. I highly recommended James.

— Michael

South Shields

I have been a client of James Hewitt for a number of years, and he has helped me recover from long term muscle problems.

I asked if he could help bring our warm up exercises for our Ju-Jitsu organisation up to date. He has so many varied all round stretches, mobility and core exercises that worked perfectly for our group. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the sessions. James even took the time to look at any injuries that a few of our students presented with and James helped with on the spot trigger point therapy and advice going forward.

I highly recommend James for any groups who use any form of exercise as part of their structure, you will definitely learn a lot, that you can then use in your own group training.

— Dorothy Adamson

Snr Coach and Director for North East Ju-Jitsu Kobudo Association

In the time that I have worked with James he has empowered and enabled me to make significant improvements to my mobility, flexibility, fitness and strength. He has provided personalised training sessions designed to suit my needs.

For years I have been troubled by sore knees and more recently shoulder issues following dislocation. I thought that I would be stuck with these issues for the rest of my life. This is not the case. James has given me a new perspective on training.

This man can offer you personalised, intelligent and responsive training sessions that will change the way that you think about exercise. In my opinion, evidence based practice is at the core of professional service provision and this man embodies that principal. He will not ask you to do anything that he cannot do himself and will provide the rational for each exercise that is included in a session. Like myself, James is a believer in holistic practice, every aspect of your well being will be taken into consideration. He will offer advice on nutrition and supplements that will enhance your progress and give you benefits to your physical and mental health. In addition, James is a provider of trigger point therapy which has been proven to relieve headache, joint pain and lower back pain.

I can't believe the progress that I have made in the time that I have been working with James.

— Graeme

South Shields

Hannah came to see me after suffering with ankle pain for 8 years and after seeing numerous people about this. An ankle range of motion check showed limited dorsiflexion, foot and ankle function. Banded joint distraction, TPT, tissue work and mobility drills eliminated the pain. Moving forward a corrective exercise program strengthened and improved the foot and ankle function.

— Hannah

Hebburn

Paul had severe pain in his low back and glutes, mostly in one side, severely rounded shoulders and forward head posture. All were affecting his sleep and every day activities, even walking. We started multiple unilateral strength and mobility exercises combined with TPT and tissue work. After several sessions Paul is now pain free. He now walks taller, doesn't need to look at his feet whilst walking and has much improved posture and movement.

"Years of incorrect form in the gym and manual labour gave me really bad posture and pain. Working with James has got rid of all pain and now I'm continuing with a full body program and breathing exercises, totally changed my training, extremely happy."

— Paul

Stanley

James’ outstanding knowledge of both physiological and technical points for athlete development were really helpful in all of the sessions. His motivation and passion helped all of the athletes progress week on week, with mobility, core strength and conditioning a major focus. Several of the club's rowers represent Team GB and the extra coaching by James has really helped in their progression.

— Steve Thompson

Head Coach - Chester-Le-Street Amateur Rowing Club

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