I cannot recommend Shona enough- she is THE best personal trainer. If you are thinking about feeling fitter and healthier then do it do it!! Having struggled for 18months with long covid I was very nervous about undertaking any exercise and the impact it would have. Shona developed a fitness and nutrition programme for me which has been amazing! Starting and progressing slowly I am now stronger and fitter than I have been in long time! I have shaved time off my 1.5 mile run test, have made measurable improvements physically and can now run 5k again but far more importantly I have more energy and and feel back to being me! Cannot thank Shona and her continual support enough.

 

– Kate Weaver

 

Finding Shona at Zest Fitness has been so important for me. Since having my kids, I’ve struggled to find the right fitness programme that really made the differences I was looking for and I could sustain. Shona has helped in all aspects of my fitness journey not least because she listens to what I want to achieve, what I can commit to and then provides an evolving programme to suit me. Shona also gave me some very useful feedback on what I was eating and suggestions on what to eat including some great recipes.

 

I get a new programme every 4 weeks which Shona explains so well and with lots of encouragement – but all the encouragement I need is seeing the results. I’ve been training with Shona for about 4 months – I’m consistently losing weight at a steady pace, my fitness is improving, I’m toning up, I feel healthier and have more energy AND I know how to have the odd treat.

 

Shona is always available to ask questions and keeps me motivated with her encouragement and support – she is simply a wonderful trainer and very easy to talk things through with and I’m looking forward to continuing my fitness journey with her – thank you so much Shona xx

 

– Nichola Hardie

 

I can’t thank Shona enough for helping me start this journey. I had a back operation, diastasis recti and generally felt unfit and unsure how to help my body build strength in the right way, without causing further damage. Shona worked with me and today, after an extended period due to lockdown, we had my final fitness test and measured my body against the initial numbers. I have lost considerably in all areas and increased my strength and ability in others.  Not only has she been there as a personal trainer, she’s also been there as a friend to help me find my way. I’m there now and loving exercise again and every day, I feel strength in my body (and mind) I never used to have. I can’t recommend Shona enough for anyone who wants to start an awesome journey. Thank you Shona for everything x

 

– Diane Murphy

 

Absolutely loving the Monday evening Strong by Zumba classes. Just completed the sixth one and feeling stronger and fitter every week. In fact, I seem to have discovered parts of my core that I didn’t know existed!  Shona, you are a brilliant teacher and a true inspiration. Thank you.

 

– Emily Hedgecoe

 

Brilliant Strong Nation class! Full on hour of exercise! What better way to start the weekend! Shona is a great instructor and gives it so much energy!!

 

– Louise Newman

 

Shona Nicolson is in my opinion the best Personal Trainer. My family and I have been training with her since last May…. she is kind, understanding to personal goals with amazing results for controlled weight loss which stays off and she keeps you focused for not only weight loss but for a very positive, healthy and active life.  Can’t recommend Shona highly enough xxx

 

– Yvonne Ramsay

 

I have the absolute pleasure of training with Shona on a weekly basis. She is so professional and passionate about helping you to get in the best possible shape!! She tailors and designs a fitness program to meet your specific goals. I feel like I get a full body workout every time! Dare I say it, I am, for the first time, enjoying exercise!! Shona is also a lovely warm person, and it’s a pleasure to train with her every week!! I wholeheartedly recommend Shona for one to one sessions, and I will definitely be joining her group classes when they come!! Thanks so much Shona.

 

– Jo McHugh