Our Story

This tagline has become the standard for Fitness Rush and its professional trainers. Within the walls of this private fitness facility, the story of Liam Rushmer’s passion and determination to provide the best to his clients is truly understood. 

From Crisis to Purpose

If fitness could be described in one word, for us, it’s life.
But that wasn’t always true.

In my early twenties, I was living for the moment — making poor choices, neglecting my health, and drifting without purpose. Then, everything changed. I was stationary at the side of the road when I was hit by a 44-tonne lorry at speed.

It was a near-death experience — and the wake-up call I didn’t know I needed.

The Power of Movement

During rehabilitation, I was introduced to light weight training to rebuild strength. It brought back memories of my teenage years in the gym — the sense of purpose, progress, and pride.

I bought a set of weights and began turning my parents’ garage into a home gym. That small space became the foundation for something far greater.

From Garage to Gym

As my passion grew, so did the equipment — and the vision. I started selling fitness gear, first from home, then from a barn, and eventually from a larger storage facility that doubled as a showroom.

But selling equipment wasn’t enough. I wanted to help people directly, to connect through health, and to guide others toward transformation.

The Start of Fitness Rush

I earned my personal training qualifications and converted my facility into a private gym — a space that reflected everything I valued: respect, support, and results.

That’s when Fitness Rush truly began.

What We’ve Become

Today, Fitness Rush is more than a gym. It’s a platform for change. We deliver:

• Private personal training at our Old Hurst facility

• Mobile fitness services for communities and underserved groups

• Professional fitness qualifications to support education and employability

• Health assessments that inform and inspire real results

Born from a second chance, Fitness Rush exists to help others find theirs.