Sam Read - Personal Trainer, Therapist and Oxygen Advantage Practitioner

Sam Read BTECL5

Sports Massage Therapist & Personal Trainer

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“Ultimately, I help people with aches, pains and mobility issues. Together, we do exercises, learn how to move better, and help your body become stronger so you can run, play, lift things, and have fun again! 🏃‍♂️💪”

Lower Back Pain (including disc injuries)
Breathwork (including asthma)
Knee pain (Patella, Femoral or Meniscus)
Hip/Knee Osteoarthritis
Stress management
Sports/Exercise performance
Personal Training

Hi, I’m Sam! I’ve been working as a health and fitness professional since 2007, specialising in rehabilitation, soft tissue therapy, and functional breathing.

My Journey so Far 🎯

The moment I started coaching people in the gym, I knew I’d found what I wanted to do. Helping people become stronger and more confident came naturally to me, and seeing the positive impact it had on their lives confirmed I was in the right profession. 🌟

After a successful decade as a personal trainer, my desire to help people further led me to soft tissue therapy. I completed my diploma at London’s prestigious School of Sports Massage (LSSM) and spent years working in clinics to assist clients with complex soft tissue injuries. 🩹

In 2022, I took my passion for health optimisation a step further by studying under Patrick McKeown to become a certified Oxygen Advantage Breathwork Practitioner. I am also deeply committed to evidence-based care, regularly upgrading my skills through courses led by world-renowned physiotherapist Adam Meakins. 📚

My Philosophy 💡

“The body loves movement—the challenge is getting the dose right.”

I firmly believe that patient education is the ultimate tool for recovery. I make a point of explaining your body’s intricacies in a simple, friendly, and jargon-free way, empowering you to take control of your health and reducing the need for long-term treatment. 🤝

Getting to Know Me 🤔

  • Me in 3 words: Passionate, Positive, Understanding. ❤️✨🧠

  • The best part of my day: The most rewarding part of my day is usually right at the end, when I feel satisfied with my work and realise all over again that I’m in exactly the right job. 🌅

  • A myth I’m on a mission to bust: The idea that there is such a thing as “perfect posture.” Being in any position for too long can be unhelpful—your best posture is your next posture! 🪑💥

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