I am so pleased I approached JJ about this, when I was despairing I had left it too late. JJ helped me make a plan for exercises and eating for the two weeks before my big day in addition to my own regular swimming routine. I found I could stick to the eating plan and be satisfied with what we put down, eggs for breakfast, salad and fish and fruits, nuts and lots of water. And after a while too results were obvious and my transformation was remarkable.

I looked glowing, my stomach and bloating went down in the first days, and I had become leaner and much more energetic. I have to admit it was hard work, but I really applied myself and the results were worth it. And more than that, I really enjoyed the running and exercise I did with JJ when we met for the training session. I lost around 3/4 of a stone in two weeks and looked fantastic for my wedding and all my photos. I would really recommend making a programme with JJ if you have an event be it wedding or anything else and you really want to look and feel your best and be healthy. And I’m really looking forward to applying all I have learnt now I have got married!

After years of doing the rounds of gyms, keep fit classes and going it alone I have finally found an exercise regime for me that ticks all the boxes. I joined with a little trepidation wondering if this would be any different and I’m so glad I did!

Although workouts are only half hour sessions, after 5 weeks I can really see a difference in my body tone and strength. It’s hard work, intensive but its so effective and worth the effort and the 30 minutes goes by so quickly! Afterwards I really feel like my body has had a thorough work out. JJ really puts you through your paces and is very attentive, her constant monitoring to make sure you’re doing things right, keeping you focused and her encouragement and dedication is so motivating. It’s like having your own personal trainer.

The group are lovely too, there is a great team spirit as we all work together which creates a really good atmosphere.

Diane C, London, UK

JJ is an amazingly well qualified instructor in personal fitness training, metabolism improvement, cardiovascular foundation building and nutritional advocacy.

Her unique approach to metabolism control is utterly fantastic. I could not recommend anyone more highly. And success has not tainted Ms. Armstrong. She is still humble; aren’t the great ones always like that.

Jan R, New York, USA

Jenni M writes 

I started boot camp 4 weeks ago and can honestly say that I did not think it would work for me. I was very nervous and could not really see how such a short period of exercise was going to help. JJ was very encouraging and that put me at great ease.

Since joining my opinion has changed completely. Yes it is a very intense session, but you begin to feel the benefits after a few weeks.

Combined with a healthy diet I have lost a stone and a half and my fitness levels have increased. I started off not being able to do many of the exercises very well but week by week my confidence has grown which has given me the incentive to do exercise in between.

The benefits of this group – classes are very small and the girls are friendly, nobody is showing off but more so encouraging each other.The instructors give a very personal feel and are able to guide and advise as you go along and always answer any queries via email/telephone.I would say if you are thinking you cannot do it, believe you me you can. If I can anyone can!!! I still have a very long way to go but feeling very determined.

Sarah S writes 

The bootcamp suits me very well for many reasons as follows, in no particular order :-

• It’s perfect timing to fit in before work and as it’s only half an hour, it’s fast and fun.
• The setting is amazing in Regents Park so you feel great afterwards from both the exercise and being outdoors.
• The exercises are not killers, they are hard enough but don’t exhaust you. They are effective, after only a few weeks, I am toning up nicely and certainly feeling the difference.
• I like the fact that there’s not too many of us and JJ changes it each time to keep us on our toes.

In summary, thumbs up!

Laura F writes:

I’m now in to my 2nd month at Boot Camp and I’m really enjoying it. The sessions are varied so it never gets boring and they are designed to work every part of your body. The fact that the sessions are only half an hour makes it really easy to fit it into a busy lifestyle, and if you’re worried that you can’t really achieve much in half an hour, think again. It’s non-stop, high energy and you really do feel like you’ve had a proper work-out at the end.

It’s a really relaxed environment and everyone is very welcoming, the fact that the group is female only is really great for your confidence. The group size is small enough to feel like you are really getting personal attention from the trainers (which makes it great value for money, especially compared to personal trainer rates). Catherine and JJ always make sure they have an eye on everyone, checking that you’re using the equipment correctly and getting the most out of each station. And there’s nowhere to hide in a small group which is great because it really makes you push yourself.

Changes aren’t instant, but like anything, you have to work at it. I’ve lost 3 pounds so far, which might not sound like a lot, but I am really pleased. It’s not just about weight loss though I have visibly toned up all over (particularly on my thighs, bottom, upper arms and love handles) and I feel so much fitter. I have also noticed a difference in my performance at the sessions. I’m stronger and have much better stamina. Furthermore, my family and friends have noticed a difference even my hard to impress sister admits I look slimmer!!

I’d definitely recommend Boot Camp to others, it easily fits in with a busy lifestyle, it’s great value for money, and if you work hard, you will get results!

I found the course very knowledgeable, and my trainer helped me alot with the exercises. I found everyone in the team to be very helpful and friendly, because as you enter the gym you need to be made to feel relaxed because it looks very difficult if you have not entered a gym before.

Thank you all very much.

Tricia P, Kent.

Since embarking on a course the progress I have made is beyond my expectations. My aims were originally to increase my fitness and improve specific areas such as leg endurance and over body strength. I achieved all of this on completion of a gold course (3 months), seeing my trainer twice a week.

On expiry of the gold course I immediately continued further training with my trainer, this time seeing him once a week (progressive course). I am currently following this type of training as I feel that I only require his tuition once a week in order to give me that extra push and to ensure against incorrect exercise technique.

I felt that within the gold course he had taught me motivation and enough exercise routines that would enable me to adequately and competently train on my own.

It has given me great pleasure to monitor my progress in all areas and watch it increase week by week. I always look forward to my sessions with my trainer as I know he will always instruct me to train optimally.

Tina T

I have known JJ Armstrong in a professional capacity for eighteen years.

During which time I have found her work as an Exercise Specialist to be thorough in all aspects of wellness and health related fitness, providing a service which has integrity and a leading example of sound liasons between doctors of the medical profession and exercise specialists.

I have no hesitation in recommending her company to my patients for exercise prescription.

Dr R P D’Silva, Harley Street LONDON

I thoroughly recommend Camden Boot Camp for it’s versatility, community spirit and results!

I’ve lost weight (about a stone) doing the Boot Camp but more importantly I have become truly fit. I used struggle to run for a bus and now I can run for 30 mins non-stop. I also thought I would need a boob job but from doing the resistance training on the Camden Boot Camp, I have gained perky boobs and confidence.

The 30 minute sessions are challenging and the girls who do the camps are the nicest ever! JJ taught me sense regarding my diet and I’ve left all the gimmicks behind. I’m in my best shape ever from doing this class and I have met many good friends in the area.

The Boot Camp builds your core fitness and then you find yourself wanting to do even more. From not being able to run for a bus to working towards my first 10k, the Boot Camp is a life changing thing!