PERSONAL TRAINING
EDINBURGH
Enhancing Strength & Wellness
Welcome to Adaptive Personal Training, the number one provider of fitness personal training in Edinburgh. With almost two decades of coaching and personal training expertise from an experienced gym owner, you can rest assured that you are in the optimal place to reach your goals.
INSPIRING TRANSFORMATION
Why APT?
I understand that everyone is unique; however, we all have a desire and requirement to be stronger in our daily lives. From being able to run errands, play with children, or compete in a sport, we all require strength and fitness – whether it is physically, mentally, or emotionally. All of this can be achieved through our body’s adaptation to lifting weights.
We offer remote coaching, which allows you to work from anywhere in the world training a customised plan for your success. Alternatively, in person training includes:
Olympic Weightlifting: Certified by Russian Strength Sports Federation / Greenwood WL Certified Coach
Powerlifting: Certified by Russian Strength Sports Federation
Modified Strongman: Certified by Russian Strength Sports Federation
CrossFit: Level 2 Coach
Strength & Conditioning: Certified by Institute of Human Performance USA
Kettlebells: London KBs and KB Scotland Principal Coach
Nutrition: HPM USA
S&C Combat Sports: IHHP
BENEFITS OF APT
SAVE TIME
Waste no more time on extreme fitness strategies that don’t work, mountains of false information, and fad diets.
FEEL SUPPORTED
I believe in giving clients as many small wins as possible. From weekly challenges to larger goals, I will be right there every step of the way. If you contact me, I will reply within the day.
BE UNDERSTOOD
I am passionate about ensuring you get the unique coaching style that fits your needs and preferences.
Personal Training Options
In Person: Individual
One hour session
Ten one-hour sessions,
In Person: Train in a Pair
One hour session for two people,
Online Monthly Coaching
Gym access to private facility
Comprehensive training plan 4 weeks per block
Unlimited WhatsApp support with a weekly check in
Nutritional and supplement guidance
Recovery strategy advice
Current lifestyle evaluation
To book a session, please call Marcus on 07583813314
Any cancellations must be made within 24 hours or you will charged for the session. Any booking of ten sessions must be completed within 12 weeks.
Marcus Houston
I am the owner of CRGYM and have been coaching for almost 20 years in Edinburgh constantly raising the bar in the fitness industry. I’ve personally trained everyone from movie stars having to get in shape for a role, to the Armed Forces to a more recent World Champion Powerlifter.
CRGYM
Personal Training Testimonials
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In addition to being a talented weightlifter himself, Marcus is an excellent coach. He takes the time to know the person, understand their goals and develop a pathway to bring those goals to life. While Marcus continually seeks to improve his technical understanding and knowledge, whether that’s attending training camps in Russia or other worldwide seminars, he is immensely practical at implementing knowledge in a way that will work for his athletes.
Danica Hampton, World Masters Champion 2023
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Marcus was one of the first fitness experts that I can truly say shaped how I approach coaching and training. While I was a student at Edinburgh, he was instrumental in providing me guidance and advice on how to work with clients of all skill levels. His ability to connect with anyone, work alongside them to achieve their goals, and then celebrate their successes is second to none. Further, he is always looking to develop himself both as a coach and athlete so that the training he provides to his clients is as effective as possible.
Drew Hammond, Human Performance Director, US Army
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Marcus has played a massive part in helping me achieve personal goals. I am in my fifties and had been failing with my own efforts. I have now lost more than 10kg, improved my fitness and increased strength. Marcus is grounded, constantly encouraging and always positive. I thoroughly recommend his services.
Phil Lovegrove
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Deciding to work with Marcus is one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only did he help me achieve what my initial goal was in losing some weight, but made the process enjoyable but most importantly educational. The knowledge that Marcus has in his craft as a PT and in weightlifting is second to none. He has expertly guided and coached me through my workouts and sessions, which has helped me understand more than I ever have about movement and the importance of getting it right. The biggest win for me by far is that my goal shifted from wanting to lose weight, to now wanting to be the strongest and most athletic version of myself, and that is down to the experience that Marcus created. He has also helped guide me through my nutrition and nothing is ever too much hassle. If your someone who needs help in your fitness goals, or you don’t know where to start.. I highly recommend working with Marcus… you won’t regret it.
Ash Marshall
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Personal training with Marcus is invaluable. As someone who has limited time, it takes out all the guesswork and allows me to approach my fitness goals in the most efficient way. It has enabled me to learn about technique, form and nutrition, whilst pushing me out of my comfort zone. Even though I have been training with him for two years I am always learning something new and being challenged. He is great at tailoring your programme around your specific goals, strengths and weaknesses. Absolutely worth the financial investment.
Emily Millichip
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Since joining CRGYM in august Marcus agreed to take on my coaching. He has respected where I was mentally with my training and kept me consistent until I was ready to step it back up. He is technique focused and won’t allow glory lifts for the sake of making his numbers for you look good. Because of this I have increased my back squat by 10kg and got and overheard at a number that was a real sticking point for me. He plans challenging sessions that are somehow also enjoyable. It’s early days but I’m excited to see what we can achieve.
Aimi Bouglas, Scottish Strongman 2nd Place 2022
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Lockdown and the last few years have been really hard on my mobility. I’m also a woman in my 40s who really needed to start strength training. I’ve been working with Marcus for just over a year and I feel so much stronger and more confident in my body’s abilities. He sets a programme for my strengths, knows what I’m capable of, and encourages me to really push myself. He’s extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of fitness, and his chat’s not bad either.
R J Rennie
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Marcus is an excellent coach and great banter. Training with him over the last year, I have gotten leaner, gained roughly 7kg of muscle and am now squatting 1.5 times my bodyweight with correct form and no injuries.
Tim Talashok
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I first met Marcus when I plucked up the courage to train after lockdown. I needn't have felt intimidated. Marcus was super welcoming and immediately put me at ease. I wanted to lose some weight and tone up so I decided to work with Marcus training one to one twice a week. He was really flexible, enabling me to fit sessions in to my busy working week. I was quickly hooked and got great results. What I love about training with Marcus is the mix of challenge and support. He keeps sessions varied, pushes you beyond your comfort zone and makes you feel like part of the great community at the gym. I couldn't recommend him more highly.
Gail
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I started training at CRGYM two years ago and it is by far the best gym I have used in years. It is uncrowded, spotlessly maintained and very well equipped. Marcus is also an honest, no nonsense coach who pushes you hard but encourages you every step of the way. Every session is challenging, varied and enjoyable, which for someone who used to play a lot of sport but now looking to maintain my fitness is exactly what I need.
Graham Booth
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(Post injury) around 12 weeks ago I had hit a dead end with my training in the gym. I was feeling uninspired and wasn’t prioritising my gym sessions. I reached out to Marcus who assessed where I was at, listened to my goals, created a programme for me that was specific to my sport and gave me a plan to achieve my goals. Fast forward 12 weeks and I am prioritising my sessions, progressing towards my goals, staying accountable and most importantly maximising my performance as a football player. Having Marcus’s guidance and knowledge and CRGYM to train in, a friendly and motivating environment has been crucial in my journey to feeling better mentally and physically and most importantly improving my performance as an athlete.
Anna Murray, SWPL Player of the year 2022
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Ive trained with Marcus for a few years. He provides me with challenging programs to follow. He always pushes me which I was looking for in a trainer. After each sessions I can see progress and I feel fantastic. I can see I am more toned and a lot stronger than before thanks to Marcus motivating me.
Angela Lee
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Training with Marcus through personalised programming has been one of the best fitness decisions I’ve made for my specific goals. My fitness and strength have really improved and with this so has my physique, I am really pleased with the results so far. The sessions feel bespoke to my goals and also consider areas that I need to work on. Marcus’s knowledge is impressive and this reflected in the structure and variety of each session which makes them really motivating. As a PT Marcus has a warm, witty and personable approach which I really value and trust.
Sarah Berwick
