Before Josh coached me, my goals were purely aesthetic and I was bodybuilding in the gym.  In finding Josh I found powerlifting.  Subsequently my mental health has improved massively.  I'm so grateful because while this change was needed, I only noticed the need for it in hindsight. Josh's coaching is top and he's a top human too.  I feel better both physically and mentally than ever. So, thanks Josh. I really appreciate it.

Elliot H

 

I’ve been with Josh for about 3 years now and he’s handled me over two comps with one pending soon. He goes above and beyond to keep me safe post injury, and has provided the structure and results to keep me keen, excited and in it for this long. 

When I first started I had limiting beliefs about my abilities coming from a boxing background, but 7 months in decided to compete for the experience. That experience made me realise I want to do this for much longer. I found it was mainly down to Josh’s nurturing but firm and calculated traits that made me trust him which shifted beliefs about my own abilities and potential.

He’s a great, knowledgeable coach that I learn from. I implement his teachings in my own coaching business. I’m thankful of him being the gateway into PL for me as I’m unsure if I would have ever gone here if not for him.

James F

I’ve been working with Josh for over five years now, and as his longest-standing client, I can confidently say his coaching has been instrumental in my progress. When I started, my total was 380kg, and now, thanks to Josh’s guidance, I lifted 650kg at my most recent competition. What makes Josh's service stand out is how tailored it is to my specific needs – from adjusting my training schedule around my busy life to helping me focus on building my upper body. His responsiveness is exceptional, often providing feedback during my sessions. His knowledge of technique, cues, and injury management is vast; I’ve had many issues of this nature that Josh has helped me work through. He’s also handled me at five competitions, and each one has gone smoother than the last. Having Josh at my side during a meet gives me complete confidence to focus solely on my lifts. I truly can’t recommend him enough as a coach and look forward to continuing this journey with him.

Ed M

Josh is an extremely knowledgeable and supportive coach. His programming is effective, enjoyable, and has always been adapted to whatever barriers I've faced over the past 4 years - be it injuries, confidence or life changes. I wouldn't be where I am as a lifter today without him!

Alice N

Josh's knowledge and a deep understanding of the sport, along with the personalized approach of programming and regular check-ins have improved my technique greatly. This has helped me achieve new PBs while avoiding injury in the gym.

Matt C

Josh and I have been working together for over 4 years now. From a skinny little fresher to a national level powerlifter, it's a testament to not only Josh's knowledge, but his absolute dedication to helping me reach my goals. Not only have I got so much stronger since I began working with Josh, but I am also significantly more technically proficient in my lifting thanks to his ongoing feedback and guidance. Furthermore, from nutrition to training intensity, Josh's approach ensures my mindset is always kept in check and this is evident in the progress I've made both in and out of the gym. 

From squatting on wheelie bins in COVID to now in prep for my 7th competition, it has been an absolute pleasure to have Josh as my coach, and I don't plan on going anywhere anytime soon!

Whatever it is you want out of your training, Josh has the knowledge and dedication to help you achieve your goals and I couldn't recommend him enough!

Vinnie M

I began working with Josh in early 2022. Initially, I hesitated because powerlifting seemed intimidating and something that had to be pursued in person, unlike more traditional bodybuilding-oriented training. I quickly realized I was wrong. Josh’s meticulous approach, which includes a tight feedback loop and weekly check-ins, combined with his expertise in creating tailored, results-driven programs, led to rapid progress. Lifts that once felt impossible soon became my warm-ups, while gaining lean mass at a more rapid pace than I expected.

The service Josh provides is exceptional, covering everything from nutrition and technique adjustments to injury prevention and management. Under his guidance, I’ve grown significantly stronger, improved my physique, and gained confidence beyond what I thought possible. I highly recommend his coaching—10/10.

Andrea B

Working with WPS and Josh as a coach has completely transformed and blown up my powerlifting training. Having made more progress with Josh in the first year than I have in my own 4 years of training prior, I didn't realise what I was missing out on before joining. The practical and personal aspects of training are perfectly balanced, as the coaches provide professional and extremely effective training support while also handling the personal side of training in a mature and considerate way, such as externals and personal life. Joining WPS has been an incredible choice for me as during university I didn't have time to research and write my own programs and this was the perfect solution. I could not recommend it enough.

Bence H

I came to Josh with pain across all three of the main lifts, he immediately formulated a meticulous programming approach that allowed me to quickly feel comfortable again on all three lifts while simultaneously getting me stronger at a rate I didn’t realise was possible. In recent times me and Josh have had a more collaborative outlook on programming which has allowed me to obtain a more intricate understanding of my own training, enabling me to maintain full assurance of Josh’s ability

Hussain A

It’s been a pleasure to have been working with Josh for the past 3 and a half years, in which time I have been fortunate to not only grow as an athlete within competitions, seeing improvements in strength but also outside of comps too, ensuring my enjoyment of the sport and long-term development as an athlete. In this time I have also seen the WPS brand and service continuously grow and improve, highlighting Josh’s commitment to coaching. We are now approaching my 8th competition working together, and it’s safe to say we have faced a few challenges including working through injuries. However, thanks to Josh’s support, we have managed to come back from this stronger than before, with much more progress still to be made

Katy W

Josh’s coaching service offers video analysis and weekly check-ins, which have refined my technique and contributed to building a stronger total. His personalized and structured programs, combined with his knowledge of powerlifting and biomechanics, ensure that my programme is tailored to my training goals. Josh has helped me work through injuries by adjusting my program and incorporating exercises that aid recovery and reduce the risk of future flare-ups. He was also incredibly supportive during my first competition, guiding me through every step and making sure I was prepared.

Toby S

I have been with Josh for the past 5 years. During that time we’ve achieved my lifetime goal of representing GB, broken a British record and recently recovered from a back injury which could have ended my relationship with lifting. Josh stood by me with not just his excellent coaching but also his kindness and caring nature which helped push through the difficult periods

Lee H

I've been working with Josh since late 2021, and his service and professionalism have been outstanding. Our coach-athlete relationship has developed significantly, as he takes the time to understand my performance style and provide tailored guidance to help me compete at my best. If you're looking for a coach, regardless of your skill level, I highly recommend Josh!

Myles H