Mike Parsons Coaching

Mike Parsons Coaching I help busy adults achieve weight loss 📉 an increase in strength and become pain free in 12 weeks 💪 We put the needs of our members first.

We are confident that our level of service and the value we provide to all who train with us can't be matched! Our Cardiff Bay gym is small enough to care, and big enough to provide you with the environment you need to KICK THE ARSE out of your fitness goals in 2015. For personal training in Cardiff, our team is on hand to advise you on every aspect of your training regime including technique, pro

gramming, nutrition and lifestyle. At the Fitness Factory Cardiff you'll discover an old-school, fun, friendly but pumped atmosphere, supervised by highly educated and experienced instructors who are on hand to ensure that every minute you spend in our Cardiff gym delivers maximum results. The Fitness Factory Cardiff is a family run fitness facility in the heart of Cardiff Bay and Cardiff City Centre. We offer a personalised approach to our customers and the atmosphere will provide an insight into this from the moment you step into the gym. Modern resistance training equipment that you'd expect from any gym along with functional training equipment (including, but not limited too, large, medium and small tires, chains, ropes, prowler sled, astro turf area, various foam rollers, TRX, weighted balls, kettle bells) which sets us apart as one of Cardiff's more unique gyms. Visit the gym and have a session on us, so you can truly experience what we are talking about.

Reflecting A Week On.Some trips become memories… others become part of your story.Around six months ago this journey was...
01/08/2026

Reflecting A Week On.

Some trips become memories… others become part of your story.

Around six months ago this journey was just a goal.

It started with making the decision to get myself back into the best shape I could dropping close to 9kg in body weight. Countless hours in the gym, miles on the treadmill, weekly squad training and monthly three hour session on the fields in Port Talbot, sore muscles, ice baths, recovery sessions and plenty of sacrifices. Every session had one purpose… to earn the right to pull on the Welsh Touch jersey again.

Then came the journey.

The trains through France, a day in Paris, taking in the Eiffel Tower before heading south to Vichy to march through the streets with hundreds of proud Welsh players and represent my country at the European Touch Championships.

And then the real work began.

Nine matches over four demanding days against some of Europe’s best teams. Every game asked a little bit more of us physically and mentally, but every single one of the boys kept turning up for each other.

We laughed together, recovered together, celebrated together and battled for every inch together.

To finish the tournament as European Bronze Medallists is something I’ll always be incredibly proud of.

But if I’m honest, the medal isn’t what I’ll remember most.

I’ll remember the dusty marquee laughs.
The fancy dress.
The recovery sessions.
The conversations over breakfast.
The friendships that were strengthened.
The privilege of standing shoulder to shoulder with an unbelievable group of men wearing the Welsh badge on our chests.

Representing Wales is never something I’ll take for granted. Even when you get older and your joints remind you every second of the battles you’ve been in.

At 48 years old, with a busy business, a young family and all the demands that life throws at you, this tournament proved to me that you’re never too old to chase something that matters.

A huge thank you to every teammate, coach, my beautiful family and friends who helped make this experience what it was.

What a journey.

🥉❤️🏉

28/02/2026

This morning I did my first HYROX simulation race…

And I got to do it alongside daughter Isabelle.

What a special experience.

Training hard is one thing.
Competing is another.
But sharing the gym floor with your own child, pushing through the same stations, feeling the same burn, encouraging each other through the tough bits…

WOW ❤️

The atmosphere at Ion Gym Cardiff was unreal. Organised. Loud. Supportive. Proper event energy from start to finish.

And the format itself? Brutal in the best possible way.
It exposes you. Tests your engine. Tests your grit. Tests your mindset.

But here’s what I’ll remember most…

Not the sleds
Not the burpees 🤮
Not the splits

It’s looking across and seeing Izzy digging in when it got tough. No drama. No excuses. Just effort. Well maybe a few complaints from Izzy 😂😂

That’s what it’s about.

Fitness isn’t just about aesthetics or numbers on a bar.
It’s about experiences.
Confidence.
Resilience.
Shared moments you’ll talk about for years.

If you ever get the chance to step into something like this with your kids take it.

An amazing event thank you Ion Gym Cardiff.

Proud Dad moment today. ❤️

“Most people wait until January to start. That’s why most people never actually change.”December’s the month everyone gi...
28/11/2025

“Most people wait until January to start. That’s why most people never actually change.”

December’s the month everyone gives up on their body.
But it’s also the best time to get ahead.

While everyone else is saying “I’ll start next year,” my clients are already training, eating well, and sleeping better. So when January hits, they’re ready to level up, not start from scratch.

So here’s the deal:
Train Through December (Normally £197) for FREE. Pay £197 and it covers both December & January.

No Excuses. No BS. Just solid, coached sessions built around your schedule.

Let me do the programming so all you have to do is concentrate on getting results.

Only 4 spaces.

Sessions are:
6:30am (1 space left) or
12:30pm (3 spaces left).

Because small group training should feel personal, not like a bootcamp.

🎯 DM me to grab your spot.

14/05/2025

Going to Uni in September, just finished uni or thinking ahead to life after graduation?

Why not graduate with more than just a degree?

If you’re passionate about fitness and want a career where you help others, stay active, and stay out of the 9–5.

“Living for Friday, dreading Monday”

Becoming a qualified Personal Trainer might be the move.

At Fitness Academy Wales, we make it easy for students and recent grads to get certified:

✅ Get qualified now while you have time over the summer
✅ Study part-time around lectures or work
✅ Get qualified in just 12 weeks
✅ Join a growing, flexible industry that rewards your passion

Whether you want a side hustle, a full-time career, or a foot in the door to the fitness world — this is your chance.

Your degree says you can learn. Your PT Diploma shows you can lead.

➡️ Apply today and start building a career that actually excites you: Link in the bio 👆










Affordable Semi-Private Personal Training In Cardiff. Want the results of personal training but with the energy (and low...
13/02/2025

Affordable Semi-Private Personal Training In Cardiff.

Want the results of personal training but with the energy (and lower cost) of training in a small group? My semi-private training sessions in Cardiff are now open!

✅ Same expert coaching as 1-1 PT
✅ I programme your whole week to take the stress off your shoulders
✅ Train with 4-6 like-minded people
✅ More affordable than 1-1 PT
✅ Guaranteed better results than going it alone

Choose Your Training Option:

🔥 3x per week (Best for faster results!)
📅 Monday, Wednesday & Friday – 6:30 AM and 12:30 PM
(1-1 PT £500 a month - Semi Private £197)

🔥 2x per week (Great for building consistency!)
📅 Monday & Wednesday – 8:30 AM
📅 Tuesday & Thursday – 11:30 AM
(1-1 PT £350 a month - Semi Private £127)

“If you’re tired of starting over every Monday, want a consistent routine that fits what you have going on in life, and need structure and accountability, without the price tag of 1-1 PT, my programme guarantees results. Let me take the stress of programming your training week off your shoulders so you can focus on getting the results you deserve.”

Drop me a message if you want to grab a spot or have any questions! First come, first served. 🚀

***Why Small Group Personal Training Might Be Exactly What You Need in 2025***Imagine starting your mornings or breaking...
22/12/2024

***Why Small Group Personal Training Might Be Exactly What You Need in 2025***

Imagine starting your mornings or breaking up your day with focused, high-energy training alongside a small group of like-minded professionals. You’ll build strength, improve your fitness, and stay accountable – all while fitting seamlessly into your busy schedule.

Here’s why small group personal training works:
✅ Accountability: The group dynamic keeps you motivated and consistent.
✅ Expert Coaching: You’ll get the personalised attention you need without the cost of 1-on-1 sessions.
✅ Supportive Community: Train with people who share your goals, push you to succeed, and make every session enjoyable.
✅ Efficiency: Scheduled sessions mean no wasted time – just results.
✅Cost Effective: Three 1-1 pt sessions a week with knock you back at least £500 a month. In my small group programme it’s only £175 for the same amount of coaching. And for the first 6 people to jump in, it’s only £97 for January 👏🏼

Our January 2025 spaces are open for Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 6:30 am and 12:30 pm. Whether you’re looking to feel stronger, leaner, or just take control of your health this year, this is your chance to make it happen.

✨ Limited to only 4 spots per group, so you’ll get all the benefits of personal coaching with the added energy of a small team.

Start 2025 strong. Start with us.
DM the word “INTERESTED” to grab your spot before they’re gone!










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