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Helping busy adults 30+ become stronger, fitter, leaner & healthier through expert coaching, structured training & community support. Built For Life.

Rik Partridge Performance Coaching offers a specialised service in Strength and Conditioning, personal training (1-2-1 or group), performance coaching and nutrition, delivered by a highly qualified and experienced coach, Rik Partridge MSc, BSc.

**Personal Training and Strength and Conditioning**

Strength and conditioning is now recognised as an essential component in the development and management of elite and amateur athletes as well as having a broader application to the health and fitness regime of the general public, special populations and the elderly. Strength and conditioning is in fact one of the main ways to improve health and human performance; while minimising the risk of injury. Strength and conditioning can benefit everyone, regardless of ability, age, or gender.

- Delivered by a world class coach, with over 15 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. Consistently delivering results with Olympic and professional athletes over this period.

- Using research/evidence based programme design in order to tailor and individualise training sessions for accelerated/optimal results.

- Regular monitoring/assessments, bags of motivation and a long history of a proven track record guarantees results and continued improvements, whatever your goals! PRICES:

* PT (one-to-one) bookings:(12 week blocks)

2 x 1 hour PT session per week
delivered at a private training facility
custom 4 week training and nutrition program
assessment and review via stat testing
£960 (£320 x 3 monthly instalments)

3 x 1 hour PT session per week
delivered at a private training facility
custom 4 week training and nutrition program
assessment and review via stat testing
£1440 (£480 x 3 monthly instalments)

4 x 1 hour PT session per week
delivered at a private training facility
custom 4 week training and nutrition program
assessment and review via stat testing
£1920 (£640 x 3 monthly instalments)

* Group/buddy training (max of 2 per group):
HALF THE COST BY BUDDYING UP WITH A TRAINING PARTNER...... CONTACT FOR LATEST PACKAGE DEALS

* Squad, Team/Club training:
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COACHING QUALIFICATIONS:

o MSc Strength and Conditioning
o BSc (Hons) in Exercise and Health Science (2:1)
o Higher National Diploma (HND), in Sport and Exercise Science
o Register of Exercise Professionals (REP’s), Advanced level 3
o UKSCA affiliated

COACH EXPERIENCE:

* Performance Coach with GB Paralympic Powerlifting (6.5 years)
* Over 3 years as Salford City Reds Academy S&C Coach
* S&C coach with England Lacrosse
* S&C coach with Manchester City Ladies FC
* Over 15 years experience in the health and fitness industry

14/09/2026

Two people. Two different goals. Two brilliant sets of results.

Louise and Daniel joined Atlas together around eight weeks ago.

But they weren’t chasing the same outcome.

Louise wanted to lose weight, tone up and feel better in herself.

Daniel wanted to add size and muscle while staying lean.

Fast-forward eight weeks and the progress has been excellent.

Louise is 14 lb down.

Daniel is around half a stone up, while maintaining his leanness.

Two very different outcomes.

But the foundations have been exactly the same.

They’ve trained consistently.

They’ve followed the programme.

They’ve applied themselves properly.

They’ve made sensible adjustments around nutrition.

And, most importantly, they’ve kept turning up.

That is something we talk about a lot at Atlas.

Progress is rarely about finding some magic exercise, secret diet or perfect week.

It is usually about doing the basics well for long enough.

Good coaching.

Good programming.

Consistency.

Effort.

Patience.

And a willingness to keep learning and improving.

What I also love about this story is that it shows why training should never be completely one-size-fits-all.

Different people have different goals.

The programme gives us structure.

The coaching allows us to adapt that structure to the person.

Louise and Daniel have both made a fantastic start, and there is still plenty more progress to come.

Massive credit to both of you for the work you’ve put in so far. 👏

Different goals. Same principles. Real progress.

10/09/2026

🏆 ATLAS MEMBER OF THE MONTH — GAYNOR WHITESIDE 🏆

I couldn’t think of anyone more deserving to be our very first Atlas Member of the Month.

From the moment Gaynor walked through the doors, her attitude has been exceptional.

She turns up.

She works hard.

She listens..... (then takes her notes 😜)

She learns.

She encourages everyone around her.

And almost without exception, she does it with a smile on her face.

Her energy is infectious, and she has quickly become one of those people who makes the room a better place simply by being in it.

But what makes me particularly proud is how far she has already come.

When Gaynor first started with us, she told me she wasn’t even confident that she could get herself down onto the floor and back up again.

There was a genuine lack of confidence in what her body was capable of.

Fast-forward to now and I’m watching her deadlift 40kg, become noticeably stronger and fitter, move better and, perhaps most importantly, grow in confidence every week.

That’s what progress looks like.

And it brings me back to something I say to our members all the time:

Try to be our best member.

But being the best member doesn’t mean being the strongest.

It doesn’t mean being the fittest.

And it doesn’t mean being the fastest.

It means being consistent.

Having a growth mindset.

Being willing to learn.

Supporting the people around you.

And when you walk through the door, simply trying your best.

Not trying to be THE best.
Trying to be YOUR best.

Gaynor embodies those values brilliantly.

And the result is that not only is she improving her own health, fitness and confidence — her attitude is helping other people along their journeys too.

That’s what community is about.

As a coach, there aren’t many things more rewarding than watching someone begin to realise they’re capable of things they previously didn’t believe they could do.

Gaynor, you are an absolute joy to coach and thoroughly deserving of being our first Member of the Month.

Keep doing exactly what you’re doing.

We’re all very proud of you. ❤️

September Member of the Month — very well deserved. 👏🏆

04/09/2026

6:30am. Full session. Great energy. 💪

There’s something powerful about getting your training done before most people have even properly started their day.

It takes discipline to get up, get organised and walk through the door when staying in bed would be the easier option.

But that’s where progress is built.

Not in one perfect week.

Not in one huge transformation.

In the small wins.

Turning up.

Learning.

Getting a little stronger and fitter.

Moving a little better.

Building confidence.

Then repeating it again next week.

That’s what I’m seeing from this group right now, and they deserve a lot of credit for it.

The coaching matters. The programme matters. The environment matters.

But ultimately, they’re the ones putting in the work.

Consistently.

Week after week.

And that’s why they’re progressing.

Brilliant effort from the 6:30am crew this morning. 👏

Keep stacking the small wins.

They add up to something big.

25/08/2026

The moment you stop treating fitness like a short-term project…

Everything changes.

You stop chasing the fastest result.

You stop panicking when progress isn’t instant.

You stop starting over every few months.

And you start building something that actually lasts.

At Atlas, we don’t believe fitness should be a six-week sprint followed by another restart.

We believe it should become part of your life.

Something that helps you stay fit and strong.

Stay capable and in shape.

Move well.

Have more energy.

Feel more confident.

And keep doing the things you enjoy for years to come.

That’s why we play the long game.

No extreme quick fixes.

No punishment.

No trying to transform everything overnight.

Just intelligent training, sustainable nutrition, good coaching, consistency and steady progress.

Because the real goal isn’t simply to get in shape over the short term.

It’s to build a body that supports the life you want to keep living, and enjoy the process.

That’s the Atlas Method.

Built for life.

19/08/2026

If you’re over 40 and strength, muscle and healthy ageing matter to you, creatine is one supplement worth understanding.

Creatine monohydrate is one of the most researched sports supplements available, with strong evidence for improving strength, high-intensity performance and training adaptations.

It works by increasing phosphocreatine in muscle, helping regenerate ATP — your body’s key energy source during short, hard efforts like lifting, sprinting and repeated high-intensity work.

That’s why it’s especially useful alongside resistance training. It can support strength, power, lean mass and the quality of work you can do over time. The IOC also recognises creatine monohydrate as one of the few supplements with strong performance evidence.

And this becomes even more relevant as we age.

Maintaining muscle and strength is critical for healthy ageing, and research suggests creatine may provide additional benefit when combined with resistance training in older adults.

There’s also emerging research beyond muscle. Some studies suggest creatine may support aspects of cognitive function such as memory and processing speed, particularly in older adults — but this area is still developing.

So what do I recommend?

Creatine monohydrate.

Take it consistently.

3–5g per day is the standard evidence-based dose for most people.

Loading is optional. Timing doesn’t matter much — consistency does.

And importantly:

Creatine is a supplement, not a replacement.

It supports training, nutrition, sleep and programming — it doesn’t replace them.

Those fundamentals still do the heavy lifting.

That’s the Atlas approach:

Get the basics right first. Then use evidence-based tools where they add value.

Want the full guide?

Comment CREATINE and I’ll send it over.

📍 Atlas Personal Training — BUILT FOR LIFE

10/08/2026

“I’m too old to start.”

It is one of the most common things I hear.

And I understand why.

As we get older, confidence can drop.

Old injuries become more noticeable.

Fitness may not feel like it used to.

And the gym can feel like a place designed for younger, fitter people.

But getting older is exactly why strength training becomes so important.

These two long-term clients are both in their 70s.

They are not training to chase extreme workouts or punish themselves.

They are training to stay strong.

Move well.

Maintain confidence.

Keep doing the things they enjoy.

And stay as capable and independent as possible for the years ahead.

That is what good training should do.

The goal is not to train like you are 25.

The goal is to train intelligently for the life you want to keep living.

At Atlas, every session is coached, structured and adaptable to the person in front of us.

So whether you are 40, 50, 60, 70 or beyond, the question is not:

“Am I too old?”

A better question is:

“What could I still become if I started now?”

DM us to find out the next steps to get started

08/08/2026

MMA strength & conditioning isn’t about seeing how exhausted you can make someone.

It’s about understanding the demands of the sport and preparing the athlete accordingly.

Strength.

Power.

Conditioning.

Movement.

Physical resilience.

And the ability to keep producing quality work when fatigue starts to build.

I’ve been doing some S&C work recently with an MMA coach, and sessions like this are a good reminder of something I believe strongly as a coach:

Training should have a purpose.

Exercises shouldn’t be chosen because they look impressive on Instagram or because they leave someone collapsed on the floor afterwards.

They should solve a problem.

They should move the person closer to what they’re trying to achieve.

That principle applies whether I’m coaching an athlete preparing for competition, someone completely new to training, or a busy adult who simply wants to become stronger, fitter and healthier.

And that’s something I’m genuinely very grateful for.

Over the years I’ve been fortunate enough to work with an incredibly diverse range of people — from complete beginners through to professional and elite athletes.

The goals may be very different.

The person in front of you may be very different.

But good coaching still comes back to the same fundamentals:

Understand the person.
Understand the goal.
Understand the demands.
Then build the training around them.

That philosophy sits at the heart of the Atlas Method.

04/08/2026

Watching the Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow has brought back some very special memories.

Twelve years ago, I was fortunate enough to be involved in the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.

It formed part of an incredible period in my coaching career that also included work around the London 2012, and Rio 2016 Olympic Games and some remarkable experiences within Paralympic sport.

I had the privilege of learning from outstanding athletes, coaches and support teams.

Those environments raised my standards.

They taught me the importance of preparation, teamwork, attention to detail and continually developing your craft.

But the biggest lesson was a human one.

When people receive the right support, apply themselves consistently and begin to believe in what they are capable of, they can often achieve far more than they imagined.

That principle is not reserved for elite athletes.

It applies to someone returning to exercise after years away.

Someone rebuilding confidence.

Someone who feels too old, too unfit or unsure where to begin.

The goal may be different, but people still need a clear plan, good coaching, encouragement and an environment that helps them move forward.

I will always be grateful for that period of my career and the people who helped shape me as a coach.

Many of those lessons now influence the standards, philosophy and coaching behind Atlas Personal Training.

Different goals. Different environment. Same belief in what people can become.

01/08/2026

TRAINING SPOTLIGHT: LINDA 💪

Linda is one of my jiu-jitsu buddy’s, a good friend and an absolute powerhouse in the gym.

She came over to Atlas for a session, and—as always—she was straight into it. Linda loves to train hard, lift heavy and properly get after it.

The highlight of the session was this very comfortable 110kg block pull for 5 reps.

Strong, controlled and with plenty left in the tank.

Great session, Linda. We’ll have to see what you can pull next time 👏

Built for Life.

30/07/2026

Atlas Personal Training isn’t a commercial gym with a different logo.

It was built differently on purpose.

Because for many busy adults in their 40s, 50s and 60s, walking into a normal gym can feel confusing, intimidating or as though you are already expected to know what you are doing.

What exercises should you perform?

Are you using the right weight?

Is your technique correct?

How should you train around an old injury or restricted movement?

And how do you know whether you are actually progressing?

That is exactly what we wanted to change.

At Atlas, every session is coached, your training is structured, your progress is tracked and exercises can be adapted to your experience, confidence and ability.

You are never left to figure everything out alone.

But perhaps the biggest difference is our approach to results.

We don’t specialise in extreme short-term transformations or unsustainable quick fixes.

We specialise in longevity.

That means playing the long game and helping you build strength, fitness, confidence and better habits gradually—so your progress becomes part of your life rather than another temporary phase.

Because training after 40 shouldn’t simply be about surviving harder workouts.

It should help you have more energy for work and family.

Feel stronger, fitter and more confident in your body.

Continue doing the activities you enjoy.

And remain healthy, independent and capable as you get older.

That is what Atlas was built for.

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202a Manchester Road
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M274TS

Website

https://atlaspt.uk/

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