Martin Bailey

My name is Martin, I’m an instructor for the Fitness Now team.

My mission is to promote more physical activity to people in all walks of life keeping it varied, challenging, affordable and fun. 

Although like many others I have the relevant qualifications, my best accolade is my charismatic personality and friendly approach. 

When I’m not working for Fitness Now, I’m an instructor for Edinburgh Leisure delivering a programme to help people struggling with mental health become more physically active. I believe exercise should be fun and in terms of mental health, there is no better treatment. 

Experience

I originally started out as a sports coach for Active Schools delivering athletics and football to young people. I qualified as a gym instructor in 2014 & began working at various gyms in Edinburgh. After enjoying working at one particular gym for over 4 years, it became very obvious to me that my passion was delivering exercise to the public. This could range from 1:1 and group based sessions at all levels and ages. 

Looking for a new challenge, I then joined the Active Communities department where we focus more on prescribed exercise to help with specific conditions.

My passion for exercise and improving mental health drove me to begin outdoor 1:1 personal training. This was soon followed by expanding into group sessions - making fun, varied, and affordable workouts available to all.

Training Interests

Strength and Conditioning 

Olympic Lifting

Power Lifting

HIIT

Kettlebells

Boxing

Swimming

Cycling

Running

Sports Specific Exercise

Qualifications

BSc Sport and Exercise Science

Level 4 Cancer Rehabilitation Exercise

Level 3 Personal Training

Level 3 Exercise Referral 

Hatton Academy - Certified Advanced Instructor

Level 2 Gym Instructor 

Level 2 Boxing Pad Work

Level 2 Kettlebell Instructor