Weight loss injections – where should you get them?

Becky Hughes, Sussex based personal trainer, on a beach

Weight loss injections are in the news yet again. Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, looks at the story unfolding about the death of British woman, Karen McGonigal… This is one of those posts that I thought I’d never write, and contains things I didn’t think I’d have to say. But, in 2025, this is where […]

Maaree Solidarity bra review

Personal trainer Becky Hughes walking with a yoga mat

Sports bras are a vital bit of kit for many people who exercise. Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, has recently tried out Maaree’s Solidarity high-impact sports bra and reviews it here. Sports bra knowledge I’ve previously been an Ambassador for online retailer, boobydoo. Working with the brand gave me an additional education to my existing […]

Book review: How to Love Your Afro by Paige Lewin

White manicured hand holds a copy of How to LoveYour Afro

Becky is a female personal trainer based in Horsham, West Sussex. One of the most striking things about her look is her naturally curly hair, which she hasn’t always loved. Recently published book How to Love Your Afro by Paige Lewin has helped… I spent the first year of my life completely bald. Not particularly […]

Cancer anniversaries and how to handle them

Sussex based Becky Hughes sitting and smiling

Horsham-based cancer specialist personal trainer, Becky, reflects on her own cancer journey as another anniversary passes… Seven years ago last week, I had surgery to remove a Desmoid tumour, a form of sarcoma. It’s a privilege to be able to say that I am fully physically recovered, though it’s been a journey to get here! […]

Lizzo in Women’s Health and more than I bargained for

Sussex based Becky Hughes sitting and smiling

This summer, Women’s Health magazine featured musician, Lizzo, as their cover star. Intrigued by her fitness journey, Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, bought a copy… and was surprised to find an even better piece than she anticipated… I found Lizzo a great choice of cover star, and was excited to hear about her fitness journey. […]

Exercise Oncology study day 2025

Woman in short denim dress poses on the steps outside the main entrance to the Royal Marsden hospital, Chelsea

The Royal Marsden hospital recently held an annual exercise oncology study day. Horsham-based cancer personal trainer, Becky, attended and reviews the day here… The Royal Marsden Exercise Oncology Study Day – round three I can’t quite believe this is the third of these that I’ve now attended. The event has grown since I first attended […]

How to exercise after chemotherapy

Becky Hughes, Personal Trainer, holding a dumbbell for weight training.

One of the questions I get asked most often as a cancer specialist personal trainer is how patients should get back into exercise post-treatment. The impacts of cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery can last a long time, and getting back to fitness may seem impossible. I first qualified as a cancer specialist […]

NSV, but make it fitness

Becky Hughes, Personal Trainer, holding a dumbbell for weight training.

Gyms are about goals, right? Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, shares her thoughts on how it might not be quite what you expect, and how there’s a gym equivalent of non-scale victories… What does “NSV” mean? “NSV” is typically used as an abbreviation of “non-scale victory” – something that those on a weight-loss journey recognise […]

Three things I loved about attending the Rugby World Cup

Stadium screen showing attendance of 30,017 at New Zealand vs Ireland, Women's Rugby World Cup in Brighton, 7th September 2025

England is currently hosting the women’s Rugby World Cup. Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, bought tickets for one of the group matches as a gift for her sister and ended up being taken along to Brighton for the ride as they watched New Zealand play Ireland. Here’s what she thought of the experience… The atmosphere […]

Personal training FAQs

Becky Hughes, Personal trainer based in Horsham, holding a yoga mat

Looking for personal training in Sussex? Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, is soon to increase her availability – read on to find out more… Having qualified in 2021, I’ve spent almost four years building my personal training business around an office job, and I’m excited to share that I’ll soon be leaving said job to […]