Welcome to IronThistle Fitness: Empowering Edinburgh's Health
Transform your fitness journey with expert personal training, dynamic group classes, cutting-edge nutrition coaching, and integrated wellness. Our mission is to inspire and support every individual at every level to achieve lasting results through community, accountability, and innovation.
Personal Training for Every Goal
Experience tailored, goal-driven personal training programs at IronThistle Fitness. Our certified trainers implement the latest in strength and conditioning science to optimize fat loss, muscle gain, mobility, and athletic performance—whether you're a beginner or advanced athlete.
Weight Loss Specialist
Science-based fat loss programs with sustainable lifestyle changes
Muscle Building
Progressive strength training for lean muscle development
Athletic Performance
Sport-specific training to enhance competitive edge
Custom Workouts
Personalised sessions adapted to your schedule and needs
Strength and Conditioning for Life
Unlock your potential with expertly designed strength and conditioning programs focused on building lean muscle, joint stability, and whole-body endurance. Perfect for everyone from first-time lifters to competitive athletes seeking structured progression.
Functional Movement
Build strength that transfers to real-life activities with compound movements and functional patterns that improve daily performance.
Progressive Training
Structured progression plans that safely advance your strength levels while preventing plateaus and optimising muscle growth.
Injury Prevention
Comprehensive conditioning that strengthens stabilising muscles and improves joint mobility to keep you training safely.
Revitalising Group Fitness Classes
Join our community-driven group classes, blending motivation with variety—HIIT, circuit training, and functional movement. Our inclusive environment fosters accountability, friendship, and results, welcoming all ages and experience levels.
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
Burn maximum calories and improve cardiovascular fitness with scientifically-designed interval workouts
Circuit Training Sessions
Full-body workouts combining strength and cardio in energetic, time-efficient sessions
Functional Movement Classes
Improve mobility, balance, and everyday movement patterns in supportive group settings
Indoor Cycling Studio: Ride, Sweat, Repeat
Raise your energy with heart-pumping indoor cycling classes led by certified instructors and energizing playlists. Designed for all fitness levels, our studio rides boost cardiovascular health, weight loss, and endurance in a fun group setting.
High-Energy Workouts
Experience the rush of cycling to motivating music while burning up to 600 calories per session in our state-of-the-art studio.
All Fitness Levels Welcome
Control your own intensity with adjustable resistance while following expert instruction suitable for beginners through to advanced cyclists.
Cardiovascular Excellence
Improve heart health, endurance, and stamina with low-impact cycling that's gentle on joints while delivering maximum fitness benefits.
Nutrition Coaching: Fuel Your Transformation
Unlock your potential with personalised nutrition coaching. Our certified experts provide evidence-based meal planning, weight management support, and education to empower sustainable lifestyle changes, all tailored to your unique preferences and health needs.
Personalised Meal Plans
Custom nutrition strategies designed for your lifestyle, preferences, and health goals
Weight Management
Evidence-based strategies for healthy, sustainable weight loss and maintenance
Nutrition Education
Learn the science behind healthy eating to make informed choices for life
Lifestyle Integration
Practical guidance to seamlessly integrate healthy eating into your busy lifestyle
Active Ageing: Senior Fitness Solutions
Achieve healthy ageing with our specialized programs for older adults focused on balance, functional movement, fall prevention, and gentle strength training—improving longevity, mobility, and confidence.
Balance & Fall Prevention
Specialized exercises designed to improve stability, coordination, and confidence in movement, reducing fall risk and enhancing daily mobility.
- • Static and dynamic balance training
- • Proprioceptive awareness exercises
- • Safe movement pattern practice
Functional Movement
Focus on movements that directly improve daily activities like climbing stairs, getting out of chairs, and maintaining independence.
- • Sit-to-stand progressions
- • Gait pattern improvement
- • Joint mobility maintenance
Gentle Strength Training
Safe, progressive resistance training to maintain muscle mass, bone density, and metabolic health through the ageing process.
- • Low-impact resistance exercises
- • Progressive overload principles
- • Muscle preservation protocols
Our senior fitness programs are designed by certified professionals with specialized training in exercise for older adults. All sessions accommodate varying ability levels and health considerations.
Schedule Your AssessmentExpertise in Fitness for Chronic Conditions
Support your health journey with safe, adaptive programs developed for clients living with arthritis, diabetes, and other chronic conditions—enhancing mobility, reducing pain, and improving quality of life under professional supervision.
Arthritis-Friendly Exercise
Low-impact movements designed to reduce joint pain, improve flexibility, and maintain muscle strength around affected joints.
Diabetes Management
Structured exercise programs proven to improve blood glucose control, insulin sensitivity, and cardiovascular health.
Heart Health Programs
Cardiac rehabilitation and prevention exercises designed to strengthen the heart and improve circulation safely.
Pain Management
Therapeutic exercise approaches to reduce chronic pain and improve function through gentle, progressive movement.
Professional Medical Collaboration
We work closely with healthcare providers to ensure our programs complement your medical treatment and support your overall wellness goals.
Hybrid Personal Training: Online and In-Studio Flexibility
Enjoy complete flexibility with our hybrid personal training—combining the convenience of digital coaching and the effectiveness of hands-on sessions. Perfect for busy professionals and anyone seeking expert guidance wherever you are.
In-Studio Sessions
Hands-on training with access to professional equipment, real-time form correction, and the motivation of our studio environment.
- • Equipment-based workouts
- • Immediate form feedback
- • Progress assessments
- • Community atmosphere
Virtual Coaching
Live online sessions and on-demand workouts that fit your schedule, with full trainer support via our fitness app and video calls.
- • Live virtual training sessions
- • Custom workout app access
- • Progress tracking tools
- • 24/7 coach messaging
Seamless Integration
Switch between in-person and remote sessions based on your schedule, travel, or preferences while maintaining consistent progress.
Sports-Specific and Youth Athlete Training
Achieve peak performance with sports-specific training for adult and youth athletes. Programs address speed, agility, strength, and injury prevention, tailored to competitive teams or individual development through expert coaching.
Youth Development Programs
Age-appropriate training that builds fundamental movement skills, sport-specific techniques, and confidence in young athletes aged 8-18.
Performance Enhancement
Advanced training for competitive athletes focusing on speed, power, agility, and sport-specific movement patterns.
Injury Prevention
Comprehensive injury prevention programs including movement screening, corrective exercise, and recovery protocols.
Our Team of Certified Experts
Meet the IronThistle Fitness team: a passionate group of certified trainers, nutrition specialists, and wellness professionals united by excellence, ongoing education, and commitment to your results. Discover our credentials and ethos.
Sarah MacLeod
Lead Personal Trainer & Strength Specialist
ACSM Certified, MSc Exercise Science. 8 years specialising in strength training and athletic performance with a passion for helping clients discover their true potential.
James Morrison
Senior Nutrition Coach & Wellness Expert
Registered Nutritionist, BSc Nutrition & Dietetics. Specialises in weight management, sports nutrition, and sustainable lifestyle change through evidence-based practice.
Emma Campbell
Group Fitness Director & Cycling Specialist
REPs Level 3 Personal Trainer, Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor. Creates energetic, inclusive classes that build community while delivering exceptional fitness results.
Our Professional Standards
Certified Experts
All trainers hold recognised certifications from leading fitness organisations
Continuous Education
Regular training updates and skill development to provide cutting-edge service
Results-Focused
Evidence-based approaches proven to deliver measurable health and fitness outcomes
Client-Centred
Personalised service that puts your individual goals and needs at the heart of everything we do
Trusted By Our Community: Success Stories and Reviews
See real results from real members. Explore testimonials, before-and-after case studies, and independent reviews that highlight our track record in delivering transformative, lasting health outcomes across all ages and backgrounds.
"After 6 months with Sarah at IronThistle, I've lost 2 stone and gained so much strength and confidence. The personal training sessions are perfectly tailored to my needs, and the nutrition coaching has completely transformed how I think about food."
Margaret Thomson
Personal Training Client
"The group fitness classes are absolutely brilliant! Emma creates such a welcoming atmosphere, and I've made fantastic friends while getting the best workout of my life. The indoor cycling sessions are my weekly highlight."
David Ross
Group Classes Member
"At 72, I thought my active days were behind me, but the senior fitness program has given me a new lease of life. My balance has improved dramatically, and I feel stronger and more confident than I have in years."
Eleanor MacDougall
Senior Fitness Program
"The hybrid training option is perfect for my hectic schedule. I can train with my coach in-person when I'm in Edinburgh, and continue with virtual sessions when I'm traveling for work. It's seamless and effective."
Michael Stewart
Hybrid Training Client
"James's nutrition coaching has been life-changing. Living with Type 2 diabetes, I needed expert guidance, and his meal plans have helped me achieve better blood sugar control while still enjoying delicious, satisfying food."
Susan Clarke
Nutrition Coaching Client
"My daughter has been training with the youth program for 8 months, and the improvement in her rugby performance has been remarkable. More importantly, she's gained confidence and learned valuable life skills about dedication and healthy living."
Robert & Katie Henderson
Youth Program Parents
Join Our Success Stories
Over 500 members have transformed their health and fitness with IronThistle. Whether your goal is weight loss, strength building, improved health, or athletic performance, our proven approach delivers real results.
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Ready to start? Get in touch to request a free consultation, book a trial class, or ask our team any questions. Visit our state-of-the-art facility in Edinburgh or connect with us online and discover the next step in your fitness journey.
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Address
2847 Heatherstone Road, Suite 3A
Edinburgh, EH5 3NR
Scotland, United Kingdom
Phone
+44 131 555 4827
contact@ironthistlefitness.co.uk
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM