I’m a 41 year old full time MRes student (so almost mature!) and a Paramedic by qualification.  I live in Essex with my wife and our two young boys.  I have a keen interest in DIY, I’m a reservist with the Royal Navy and I’m fluent in Lego!

Physically – I am supposed to keep myself in good shape, but time and age have conspired against me.  I take an annual test and I’ve started to struggle to meet the minimum standard.  I’ve run a marathon (a long time ago) and a triathlon and a 10 mile military challenge in the last 18 months.  Never looking for a fast time – just to finish – I have a body built for distance not speed!

The gym membership is going to give me a great opportunity to achieve my training aims for the next few months and I’m really looking forward to trying (and reviewing) some classes.