Oh, hi there!
You are probably visiting to find out whether or not personal training, or more specifically, working with me as your personal trainer could be right for you. So, why not let me start off by telling you a little bit about the people who have chosen to work with me already…
Most of them are women looking for help with weight loss. In addition, they are often looking for guidance on appropriate exercise during or after pregnancy and into and beyond the menopause. Men come to train with me too- some have been referred by their wives or partners and some have found me independently. They are usually most interested in injury rehabilitation and staying strong into their later years.
Before choosing to work with me, many of these people had not exercised for a number of years, some of them had never stepped foot in a gym and a handful had suffered bad experiences with fitness trainers in the past. For all of them, starting their journey was a little daunting.
That said, they all began with a commitment to train with me between 1 and 3 times per week, depending on what they wanted to achieve. Some stayed for three months, some are now in their third year!
Since they started, these people have gone on to try new recipes, learn how to lift weights, re-wear the clothes that didn’t fit them before, run half marathons, climb up and down the stairs without pain again, walk 100 kilometre challenges, prepare and recover from knee replacement surgery, have active and healthy pregnancies, reduce their back pain, embrace their post baby body, touch their toes again and grow leaps and bounds in confidence.
My clients really are awesome. We try to find the fun and enjoyment in training and being active- whatever that means for each person. Some people enjoy lifting heavy, some enjoy hitting stuff, others like silly games. We laugh regularly and sometimes we even cry together- it’s all part of the journey!
Start your journey here...
Meet Hollie

No matter where you currently are on your health and fitness journey, I’m excited to meet you and help you achieve your goals.
My own fitness journey started at 15 years old when I started running and going to the gym to lose weight. However, exercise quickly became so much more to me than a weight loss tool, as training regularly gave me a strong, fit and healthy body that I loved. Several years later in 2010, I graduated from a sports science degree at Swansea University with first class honours and a tonne of enthusiasm, knowing I wanted to use my knowledge to help other people lead healthier, more fulfilled lifestyles.
I qualified as a personal trainer in 2010 and quickly moved to London to learn from the best. I worked there for several years before the call of the countryside became too loud to ignore and luckily an opportunity arose in 2016 that would allow me and my husband to move to Devon.
I have enjoyed running my business, meeting new people and delivering PT sessions to my clients in and around Totnes ever since. I continue to feel passionate about learning and in 2018 I qualified as a level 5 soft tissue therapist with The Institute of Sports and Remedial Massage after realising the benefit of being able to offer hands on treatments like sports massage, in addition to PT, to help manage injury, aid recovery and optimise performance. I now offer both personal training and sports massage therapy services and continue to be fascinated by the human body and what it can achieve!
Little known facts about Hollie…
Grew up in: Cheddar, Somerset
Favourite place: Polkerris Beach, Cornwall
Special treat: A facial with Suzie from Undone Beauty
No.1 exercise: Dancing
Hidden talent: Singing
Material item I couldn’t live without: Trainers
Signature dish: Chocolate cake (oops!)
What I offer
Personal training, wherever suits you
I offer both studio based and mobile personal training, so you can choose what works best for you.
Personal training at the studio allows you to get away from it all and focus on yourself for the duration of your appointment. The studio is located at my home in Bridgetown, Totnes, where there is parking available. It is small but mighty, and is equipped with a carefully chosen selection of cardiovascular and strength training equipment that will ensure you really make the most out of your session. The studio personal training experience is also topped off with a few little luxuries like face towels and complimentary post workout snacks to ensure you leave feeling looked after.
Mobile personal training is the perfect option if you lead a busy lifestyle and want to work out at a time and place that is convenient to you. I will travel to your home, office, or local park with all the equipment you need for your personal training session. You may be surprised at what you can achieve outside of a gym, using relatively simple pieces of kit! Mobile PT is about as bespoke as it gets- If you have ever struggled to fit exercise into your day, then it could be for you.
Diet and lifestyle coaching
Because achieving your fitness goals depends on so much more than exercise alone, advice on improving your diet and lifestyle is included as part of your personal training experience, if you require it.
Have you ever been confused about what to eat? You’re not alone. We can work together to agree an approach to nutrition that will help you to reach your goals and work for you in the long term.
Lifestyle wise, we’ll dive into topics such as stress management and sleep optimisation. Ensuring that these elements of your lifestyle are looked after can have a really positive impact on your overall health, so we’ll give them the attention they deserve!
Sports massage therapy INCLUDING pre and post natal massage
Because recovery and relaxation is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle, I am pleased to offer sports massage therapy from my home in Bridgetown, Totnes, where there is parking available.
Sports massage therapy could be great for you if you need help managing a past or present injury or a chronic musculoskeletal condition. Techniques used in sports massage therapy include sports and remedial massage, muscular release techniques and stretching exercises that release tension deep in the body WITHOUT being painful, leading to a firm sense of relief and wellbeing. Rehabilitation and strengthening exercises can also be recommended to help prevent injury re-occurance, should you require them.
I am also qualified to treat pre and post natal women. Pregnancy is a time where the body goes through some enormous changes physically and mentally. Massage therapy at this time can be helpful for pain relief, relaxation and general wellbeing. Post birth, treatment can be extremely helpful for healing and recovery, not to mention some much needed relaxation and mummy time!
Advice you can trust
With so much misinformation floating around nowadays, it’s difficult to know where to start when it comes to improving your health and fitness. I hold a first class degree in sports and exercise science and have 8 years experience as a personal trainer. During my career, I have worked in some of the best facilities in London, alongside other experienced personal trainers, physiotherapists and nutritionists.
This has provided me with useful skills that have helped me achieve success with clients with a variety of goals including fat loss, strength improvement, injury rehabilitation and pre and post natal training. Furthermore, I have a passion for learning and am always seeking out new ways to help my clients, so you can be sure you are getting the very best care and advice.
For your peace of mind, I also hold an emergency first aid certificate and full public liability insurance.


Prices and booking
1-1 Personal Training

Initial consultation (over the phone or in person)- Complimentary
Introduce yourself and your health and wellness hopes and dreams! Find out a little bit more about personal training and whether or not it is right for you.
First appointment (90 minutes)- £50
Your first appointment is held at the studio and is around 90 minutes long. During this time we’ll talk about your goals, your health and fitness history and your current lifestyle. We’ll also do some exercise to see how you move and where your fitness levels currently stand, so that you can get off to a flying start on your first full personal training session.
Personal training (60 minutes)- From £40 per session
Personal training packages are discussed in detail at either your initial consultation or your first appointment. They are recommended on an individual basis to ensure that you are entering into a programme that will give you the best chance of success.
Please get in touch or request a call back below so that we can discuss the best way forwards for you.
Sports Massage Therapy

First appointment (90 minutes)- £50
Your first appointment is held at my house and is 90 minutes long. During this appointment we will discuss your needs and go through a short assessment to help guide your following treatment.
After your first treatment, feel free to choose a length of time that suits you best!
75 minutes- £45
60 minutes- £40
45 minutes- £35
Please note that appointment durations include a consultation and changing time of up to 10 minutes.
Success stories
Don’t just take it from me, let my customers do the talking!
“I never dared to wear skinny jeans before but now I am able to wear the tightest of trousers, all thanks to Hollie!”
“People say I look great. I certainly feel great- More positive, more confident, less tired and more ready to go and grab life.”
“In summary, Hollie has helped me feel fitter, stronger and more focused in everything I do.”
“Hollie kept our sessions fun and upbeat, but they were always hard work!”
My wife and I trained with Hollie for approximately 6 months to build our overall fitness levels.
Hollie kept our sessions fun and upbeat but they were always hard work!! She was supportive and encouraging and kept the sessions fresh with new equipment and routines to keep us on our toes leading us to our goals. Although my wife and I trained in a joint session, the training was tailored for each of us individually, pushing us to our respective fitness levels. Hollie also worked with us to improve our diets and gave us personalised routines for in between our sessions.
Hollie had a great understanding of anatomy and physiology and this was linked well to the exercise programs she designed for us.
We would both highly recommend Hollie if you were also looking to improve your health and fitness. We both felt an increased level of fitness by the end of our time with Hollie that we have be able to maintain. We would not hesitate to contact Hollie again if we were looking to re-start with a personal trainer.
Get in touch

If you’re interested in personal training or sports massage, I’d love to find out about you and hear how you think I can help you achieve your goals.
Please email hollie.shillito@gmail.com, call on 07568 543106, or request a call back at a time that suits you below.
I look forward to hearing from you!
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