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I decided I wanted to start strength training to build muscle but I wasn't really sure how or where to start. I knew that I wanted to train at the gym but at the same time I felt a little hesitant. I'd always found gyms quite intimidating

When I was in Barcelona recently for a month, I thought I would take advantage of some spare time and did a little research. That's when I found Martin. After a good chat he offered me a tailored solution. I would train at the local gym and he would come with me. It was such a great experience. Not only did he show me how to effectively perform the exercises and what each piece of equipment was for, he also showed me alternatives in the event that the equipment that I needed was in use (often the case during busy times). It was a massive confidence boost.

During the first few sessions, he took the time to listen to my needs and assess my abilities. He then designed a 12-week hypertrophy program. The first 10 sessions we did together, the rest I did alone. He was always on hand via WhatsApp to answer any questions or doubts that I had.

I'm now at the end of my 12-week program and I'm so pleased with the results. I feel more committed to training that even before and have since reached out again to Martin for phase 2 and another 12-week program. This one we'll do exclusively online.

If you're looking for a great personal trainer with tons of experience, I can't recommend Martin enough.

I am not a sporty person. I am not particularly competitive. I am slim but not fit or at least I was all of these things. I came across Martin at Ebylife through friends and, being based in Barcelona and surrounded by people taking care of themselves every day, I decided to try something new and try out some personal training sessions. I'm currently on my 7th set of 10 sessions and can't imagine myself stopping.

Martin is a super pro. The state of his body gives you confidence that he knows what he is talking about. Not only that but he goes well beyond what I'd have expected from a personal trainer - making himself available outside of personal training hours to offer support and advice on everything health and fitness related. He also prepared me a fantastic 12-week diet plan specifically for my vegetarian requirements.

Martin is just one of those people you need to have in your life two hours a week minimum. His energy will have an immediate positive effect on your physical and mental well-being.

After years of inconsistent training, I was really keen to establish a more sustainable strength training routine. While I have always been very active, I get bored quite quickly and always found training at the gym quite repetitive.

After moving to Barcelona a couple of years ago, I decided I would employ the help of a personal trainer. That's when I found Martin. He was recommended to me by a couple of friends who had been training with him for years and they raved about him.

During our first sessions, he really took the time to get to know me before we set about building a plan. While Martin pushes me hard during the sessions, he also encourages a more holistic approach to training and lifestyle. We train in cycles of varying intensity which I had never done before. Yes, we go big but Martin also makes sure that we take into account different aspects of life (stress, sleep, diet, etc) when deciding how hard to push on any given day. I always want to feel great after the sessions, not exhausted.

I've now been working out consistently with Martin for a couple of years and the training is constantly evolving. Never boring! If you're looking for a great detail-orientated trainer that not only offers great workouts but also is a wealth of knowledge, give Martin a shout. You will not be disappointed!

I was struggling with stress related pain and tension in my body last year. After speaking with many specialists, the decision was that I needed to add more physical activity into my daily routine. That's when I did some research and found Martin at Ebylife. Although I may say I found him again, as he was already on my radar since pandemic tough times.

From the moment I reached out to ask about his personal training services, the communication was seamless. Martin was very empathetic and took into account all of my concerns before we met for the first session. It had been a long time since I had properly worked out and If i'm honest, I was quite nervous!

During the first few sessions, Martin took the time to listen to my needs before we set some goals and a realistic timeline. We started slowly and gradually built up the frequency and intensity as my fitness level and confidence improved. One of the things I appreciated about Martin was that he didn't try to oversell me or make me commit to x amount of sessions per week. I was free to start at a pace that suited my lifestyle and workload - which was amazing as my schedule can be pretty variable.

We've now been training together for over a year and not only has all of the pain in my body gone, I feel fitter, stronger, have more energy and my mental health is better than it's ever been!

If you're looking for one of the best trainers in Barcelona and one that speaks English - seasoned with some good Scottish - I highly recommend you book a session with Martin! It's literally been one of the best things I've ever done for myself.

After the birth of my son, I decided that I needed to get in better shape. Covid had quite an impact on my lifestyle and It was important to me that I feel strong and healthy again.

I decided to reach out to Martin to help me plan and develop a strength training program. As I work from home and travel a lot, it was important that I had flexibility and a program that allowed me to train with Martin in person, online and also some complimentary sessions that I could do on my own.

During our initial sessions, we spoke a lot about my needs. Martin helped me feel more confident about how to do the exercises with good form and together we built a routine that worked perfectly for my lifestyle. It's been a year since our first session and I'm so pleased to say that I've been working out consistently ever since. I feel healthier, stronger and as a result, I have much more energy.

If you're in Barcelona or even if you're not, give Martin a call. His customised approach and flexibility to health and fitness was a game changer for me. He's also pretty good banter!

Before I started training with Martin, I was feeling frustrated by not seeing the results I wanted from the gym. I’d actually been following Martin for a while on Instagram and was impressed with his workout tips and nutrition advice, so plucked up the courage to reach out to him. Martin is well-experienced, professional and results-driven and has a genuine passion and interest in helping others achieve their fitness goals. My training routine is 100% customised to me and I like how Martin checks in with how I’m feeling before each training session, tracks the progress of my workouts and explains what each new exercise is and why we’re advancing. It’s all very supportive, positive and encouraging. I had never trained outside before, however I’m now a convert! Martin’s got all the kit you need and is very supportive and gives you clear instructions when working on each exercise. In just the short 13 weeks I’ve been training with Martin, I’m definitely seeing the results and other people are noticing as well, which is a huge confidence booster!

Thanks to Martin, I don’t dread exercise anymore and look forward to our training sessions every week. I cannot recommend him enough, there’s no better Personal Trainer in Barcelona.

I really didn't know what to expect from the first personal training session and was a little nervous but Martin put me at ease immediately with his incredibly motivating and supportive attitude and personality. Exercise can often be a bit of a drag for me but I honestly really looked forward to all of our training sessions. Martin makes every workout fun and you leave feeling one hundred times better. With his knowledge and guidance, my fitness level improved so quickly. Barcelona is an incredible place for exercise and the sessions with Martin are so rewarding and enjoyable. I recommend him to everyone. He’s hands down (or up) the best English-speaking personal trainer in Barcelona!

Personal training with Martin at Ebylife has completely changed how I see myself and helped me to get over my fear of working out! I've always considered myself an active person, but never "fit" preferring long hikes in nature to the intimidating environment of a gym or working out with strangers in a fitness class. Our intense weekly sessions took place outdoors using easy-to-understand equipment. He always explained the how and why of each exercise, making it possible for me to work out later on my own at home. While our sessions were always challenging, the fact that I could feel myself making progress every week meant I really looked forward to training. Martin is a phenomenal (and funny) personal trainer who helped me to gain muscle tone and increase endurance to a level that I did not think was possible for me. I am sad to leave Barcelona behind, but if I ever return I will most certainly return as an Ebylife client.

I've been training with Martin at Ebylife now for a little over 3 months and I'm absolutely delighted with the results so far. I feel stronger, fitter and i'm much more in tune with my body. Before every session, Martin makes a point of checking in with me to get a better idea of my physical and mental state before we get stuck in. I assume by him gaining a better understanding of how I feel at the time (my stress levels, mood, energy, etc) he knows just how hard to push to get the most benefit out of each session. I also love his straightforward no-thrills approach. Training can sometimes feel so complicated with all the different methods but Martin always makes it feel really rewarding without over-complicating things. This way I can relax and just enjoy the workouts knowing I'm in good hands. Side note: Training outside in the park has been an absolute game-changer for me. It's such a great way to end the day. I can't recommend Martin enough!