Meet the team

Name: Olivia Williams

Age: 29

Location: Luton Bedfordshire, UK

Occupation: Crew Controller

Height: 5ft 6"

Current Bodyweight: 60kg

Favourite Exercise: Barbell Squats and Lunges

I started as casual user of the Fitness First gym in 2007 when I decided to made enquiries about personal training. I was curious to know if this method of training would take my fitness to a new level. When I asked gym members and some of the staff at Fitness First who would be the best personal trainer to help me achieve my goal, without hesitation they all came up with the same name - Chris Burford. It was because of his reputation that was clearly respected by others that I decided that Chris Burford would be the best person to help me achieve my goal.

Shortly after completing a mini survey I made contacted and begin sessions in general fitness. Training on an ‘on and off’ basis, Chris had seen something in me that I had not seen in myself. On several occasions he asked me what my ultimate goal was and what I wanted to achieve. Asking if I ever thought about body building I would always answer with ignorance ‘no sorry, I am not interested. I don’t want to look like a man!’ 2009 was the year that I decided that I had nothing to lose and more to gain. Thinking back to the questions in 2007 I decided to embark upon a serious body building training programme with him and I worked hard!

Over the weeks I really noticed the changes in my body which motivated me to train harder. The training with Chris has made a huge difference in my life. My appearance has changed and I feel great inside. He has taught me that fitness is a lifestyle choice which has increased my discipline and focus.

The challenge has been an enjoyable experience and to know and believe that I (Olivia Williams) can do anything is a great personal achievement. Chris Burford is a great Personal Trainer, motivator and inspiration to me. I have really seen the results of my hard work and I am happy with my progress. He is a person that had faith and believed in me from the start (2007). It’s funny how God places people in your life who have total faith in you before your journey has even begun.

Who would have thought today (looking more womanly) I would be getting out of bed at 4am, training for a body building competition. Taking a glance back in my life I can see why God has sent me on the body building road (and trust me it is not an easy road). He wanted to replenish and condition my mind, body and soul so he sent Chris to help me through a journey of transition and believe me when I say he has not finished with me yet!