24/07/2026
🏆 Member of the Month 👉🏻 Andy! 🏆
A huge congratulations to Andy for being our Member of the Month for June.
He absolutely smashed it, putting the work in both inside and outside the gym. Whether it was lifting weights, getting his runs in, eating well or simply staying consistent, Andy has thoroughly earned himself this Phoenix hoodie.
Although… he’ll still need a couple more before he catches up with Mandy’s merch collection! 😂
When Andy joined Phoenix, he’d already achieved something truly incredible. Since starting his journey at 32 stone, he’s now lost over 18 stone in total, with 4.5 stone of that coming since joining us.
Those numbers are amazing, but they only tell part of the story.
Andy is super friendly, encouraging and always happy to chat to new members, remembering exactly what it felt like to start his own fitness journey. Whether he’s helping someone find the right bit of equipment or simply offering a few words of encouragement, he plays a big part in making Phoenix the welcoming community it is.
I had a great conversation with Andy today and one of my favourite parts was hearing about his recent holiday.
He told me it was the first holiday where he felt confident enough to take his top off.
That might sound like a small thing to some people, but if you’ve ever struggled with your confidence, you’ll understand just how huge that moment is.
Moments like that are exactly why Phoenix exists.
It’s not just about the numbers on the scales. It’s about helping people feel happier, healthier and more confident so they can enjoy life without constantly worrying about what other people think.
Andy has also been setting himself some incredible goals this year.
A few weeks ago, he completed his first ever Spartan Race.
When we first spoke about it, he wasn’t even sure if he’d be capable of finishing it. But instead of letting that doubt stop him, he signed up, attended our Spartan training sessions, put the work in and crossed that finish line.
For someone who once weighed 32 stone, that’s an unbelievable achievement.
What’s even better is that he enjoyed it so much he’s already booked more races for next year and is now aiming to complete the London Marathon as well.
That’s what I love about Andy’s mindset.
His journey is no longer just about losing weight.
Now it’s about seeing what his body is capable of.
Running.
Climbing.
Crawling.
Jumping.
Getting over obstacles.
Taking on new challenges.
Doing things he never thought would be possible a few years ago.
He’s proving to himself that with consistency, determination and the right support, it’s never too late to completely change your life.
Andy, we’re incredibly proud of everything you’ve achieved so far, and even more proud to have you as part of the Phoenix community.
Congratulations once again on being our Member of the Month, we can’t wait to see what you achieve next. ❤️🐦🔥