Fitness Consultation
A typical fitness consultation in London is a free 30-minute introductory chat, while a Longevity Assessment is the structured alternative — 90 to 120 minutes of testing, movement analysis, and lifestyle review with a personalised report.
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What this is
What you get
What's included
- Compare the typical London fitness consultation (free, 30 min, goal-led) with a structured 90-minute Longevity Assessment
- Understand what gets measured in a structured, lab-measured assessment — VO2 max, RMR, grip strength, FMS, blood pressure, lifestyle review
- See pricing transparency upfront — £299 for the full assessment, no upsell obligation
- Decide whether a free intro session, a paid Longevity Assessment, or no consultation at all is right for you
- BSc-qualified S&C coach, twelve years coaching senior executives, evidence-based programming
- Result: a clear training pathway and a written report you keep regardless of whether you continue coaching
How it works
What to expect
Getting started
A fitness consultation requires no preparation. The Longevity Assessment requires loose athletic clothing, a water bottle, any prior medical reports relevant to training, and completion of the short intake questionnaire sent after booking.
During your sessions
After your sessions
After a free intro chat you receive an email summary and a recommendation. After a Longevity Assessment you receive a written Results Review and a personalised training pathway recommendation. Both are yours to keep regardless of whether you continue with coaching.
Pricing
Written by Matt Alexander , Strength & Conditioning Coach · UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) frameworks.
FAQ
Common
questions
Is a fitness consultation the same as a Longevity Assessment?
No — a typical London fitness consultation is a free 30-minute introductory conversation, mostly used as a sales channel. A Longevity Assessment is a paid 90 to 120 minute structured evaluation with VO2 max testing, movement screening, health markers, and a written personalised report. The Longevity Assessment is what most clients actually need when they search for a fitness consultation.
How much does a fitness consultation cost in London?
Typical introductory consultations at London gyms are free, lasting 20 to 30 minutes. Paid structured assessments range from £100 for a basic body composition reading to £500+ for an in-depth evaluation with VO2 max testing and a written report. The Longevity Assessment is £299 for the full 90 to 120 minute structured version.
Do I need a fitness consultation before starting coaching?
Not strictly — but starting without one means the first weeks of training are guesswork. A structured assessment establishes movement quality, capacity, and lifestyle constraints so the programming can be built around your body rather than a template. Most clients find the assessment pays back its cost within the first month of training by accelerating progression.
What should I look for in a London fitness consultation?
A useful consultation includes a documented movement screen (not just a casual mobility check), a structured training history conversation, an honest discussion of constraints (time, recovery, prior injury), and a written summary of recommendations. Free intro sessions rarely include all four. The Longevity Assessment is structured around all four plus measurement of capacity and health markers.
Why is the Longevity Assessment paid when most consultations are free?
Free consultations are a sales tool — designed to convert prospects into coaching clients. The Longevity Assessment is a product in its own right with a deliverable (the written Results Review) and a structured methodology. The price reflects 90 to 120 minutes of practitioner time, gas analysis equipment for VO2 max, and several hours of analysis and report writing afterwards.
Can I book a fitness consultation without committing to coaching?
Yes. The Longevity Assessment is explicitly designed as a one-off product. The Results Review is yours to keep, no obligation to continue. Some clients use it as a baseline audit, take the recommendations away, and train independently. Others use it as the structured entry point into 1-to-1, online, or self-led coaching with Matt.
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