Lose weight.
Get strong.
Gain confidence.
Personal trainer in Edinburgh · Meadowbank
Strength training and weight loss for busy people.
Google reviews ★★★★★
in Edinburgh
You won’t be handed a plan. You’ll be coached.
Most people who come to me have already tried the gym, the diets and the programmes that promised everything. They didn’t fail. They just never had a coach who took the time to work out what makes them tick.
I’m Sandy Forsyth. Fourteen years coaching in Edinburgh, and a fixed base at Meadowbank so you always know where to find me.
No generic plans. No extreme diets. No coaching by numbers. Just training that works around real life.
Three ways to train with me
Whichever suits you, it starts the same way: a free consultation, a full movement assessment, and a programme built around your goals and your schedule.
Personal Training Edinburgh
Structured 1-to-1 personal training for people who want lasting results, not quick fixes.
- A clear plan built around you
- Knowing when to push and when to pull back
- Nutrition that fits real life
Boxing Personal Training Edinburgh
Boxing-based coaching that builds fitness, confidence and real skill from a standing start.
- Proper technique from session one
- High-energy and genuinely stress-relieving
- Beginner to advanced
The FF Method Online Coaching
For busy people who want results without extremes, wherever they train.
- Built for a full schedule
- Clear structure, week by week
- Ongoing accountability
Meadowbank Sports Centre
Newly refurbished and one of the best equipped training facilities in the city. Hammer Strength racks, a full free-weights floor and machines for everything else, all a few minutes from the city centre.
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Busy people. Lasting results.
Not fitness models or full-time gym-goers. People with jobs, families and full schedules, whose results lasted because the process fitted their lives.
All success stories →
“I’ve lost over 22kg while still going on holiday and having regular nights out. My whole mindset has been changed.”
“My whole perspective on diet and exercise has changed for the better. I don’t fear the gym any more.”
“The strongest I’ve ever been. Sandy taught me to lose weight without giving up my favourite food.”
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★★★★★“Sandy listens, treats you as an individual and understands the pressures of real life. With Sandy as my PT I’ve changed my relationship with food and got over my fear of free weights. I have osteoarthritis in both knees; with his guidance I’ve developed stronger hamstrings and glutes, which has meant improved movement and reduced pain.”
★★★★★“Sandy provided a highly professional and scientific training programme with all steps explained in detail. He was also very supportive and encouraging throughout. I am pleased that I selected Sandy as my personal trainer.”
★★★★★“He took the time to understand my goals and put together a plan that actually fits around my lifestyle, which has made it much easier to stay consistent. The sessions are always well structured and I’ve already noticed improvements in my strength and confidence in the gym.”
★★★★★“Where to begin. Oh my goodness, I have met my much needed PT. Sandy is an absolute treasure, with the patience, knowledge and general manners that made me want to stay on after every session. From a 60-year-old couch potato to Wonder Woman in a matter of months.”
★★★★★“I can’t recommend Sandy highly enough as a personal trainer in Edinburgh. He explains every exercise clearly, so you always know what you’re working towards and why. He pushes you to your full potential while making sure you feel supported throughout.”
★★★★★“I started at Meadowbank after trying hard to conquer the gym myself. Sandy has been absolutely amazing. His knowledge of his trade is second to none, he gives me confidence I didn’t know I had, and he is so encouraging when I think I can’t do this.”
★★★★★“Super friendly, efficient and approachable. Setting a very high level for personal training in Edinburgh.”
★★★★★“He takes the time to understand my goals and tailored a programme to suit. Delighted to recommend and enjoy continuing sessions with him.”
★★★★★“Sandy is so knowledgeable and friendly, he really helped me improve my gym routine. If you’re looking for personal training in Edinburgh, Sandy is a great option.”
The questions I get asked most
Anything else, just message me. I’d rather answer it before you book than after.
All FAQs →Do I need to be fit before I start?
No. Most people start feeling unsure, especially if it’s been a while. I’ll assess where you are and progress you at a pace that feels safe rather than punishing.
I’ve tried personal training before. How is this different?
Most people who come to me have tried something that didn’t fit their life. I coach structure, consistency and habits you can keep, not short bursts of intensity. That’s why the results tend to stay.
I’m busy. What if work or family gets in the way?
Expected, and planned for. Your programme is built around a real schedule, with enough flexibility to stay consistent without the guilt or the all-or-nothing thinking.
Can I train with an injury or health condition?
Usually, yes. Every programme starts with a full movement assessment, and training is designed around your limitations rather than in spite of them. Clients with back problems, knee issues and post-surgery recovery all train here.
What does it cost?
Packages start from £220 a month for one session a week. Most people choose two, because that’s what builds the consistency behind real strength and fat loss.
What happens in the free consultation?
A relaxed chat over a coffee at Meadowbank. We talk through your goals, your training history and your week, map out what success looks like, and decide together whether I’m the right coach for you. No pressure, no sales pitch.
Start with a coffee and a conversation
The next step is a free, no-pressure chat over a coffee about where you are and where you want to be.
