Darlinghurst, NSW · 3.5 km from Bondi JunctionPersonal trainer5(10)
- Weight Loss
- Body Transformation
- Strength & Conditioning
- Free intro offer
- Private studio
- Online coaching
- Nutrition support
- 12+ years' experience
View more about Philosophy Fitness Aus
- About
Philip Harding is a personal trainer with 12 years of fitness industry experience. Philosophy Fitness is a results-based business that specialises in personalised training programs tailored to individual goals, physique, and lifestyle.
- Experience
12+ years. Started personal training at World Gym in 2008-2009. Mentored by 3x overall NABBA World Champion Charlie Duca (2011-2017), training 5 days per week under the Duca method. Became mentoring trainer to 10+ other personal trainers. Has trained multiple bodybuilding/bikini competition champions including Renata Lima (2013 City Nationals overall fitness model champion), Agata Lis (2017 pro status), and Dasha Lysenko (2019 Sydney ICN open bikini winner). Also completed first marathon in 2019 raising $7,300 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Australia, and led BTW 27km charity walk raising $9,470 for kids with cancer.
- Specialisations
Weight Loss, Body Transformation, Strength & Conditioning, Athletic Performance, Bodybuilding/Competition Preparation, Wedding Preparation, Post-Natal, Sports Specific Training
- Training methods
Weights, Boxing, Functional Training, Personalized Programming
- Where they train
Private Studio, Online
- Ideal for
General fitness seekers, Weight loss clients, Athletes, Bodybuilders/Competition prep, Brides and grooms, Post-natal women, Individuals seeking body transformation
- Languages
English, Russian, Portuguese, Italian, Maltese
- Free offers and trials
Free phase 1 plan offered (mentioned on website: 'Get the free phase 1 plan to the new version of yourself now')
- Online coaching
Online personal training offered for those unable to attend in-person sessions. Programs include regular contact with coaches for ongoing adjustments and problem-solving. Not generic 6-8 week plans, but personalized with follow-up support via multiple communication methods.; Languages available: English; Russian; Portuguese; Italian; Maltese
- Nutrition
Diet planning and nutrition coaching provided. Emphasis on eating to fuel the body. Trainers help with meal preparation, diet adherence, and understanding nutrition fundamentals.
- Group classes
Small group sessions offered
- Facilities
Located in Fitness First gym, Darlinghurst - has access to gym facilities including weights and cardio equipment
- Practical
- Booking: Phone (0412 842 613), email (philosophyfitness@gmail.com), or online contact form via website
- Address
Fitness First, Oxford Square, Level 2/63 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
- Team
- Philip Harding (Phil)
- Client testimonials
“Highly recommend Phil Harding! If you want results and you are prepared to put in the hard yards Phil Harding is your man!!! Learnt and changed so much since training with Phil!”
“Phil helped me reach a goal in 3 months that I didn't believe I could ever achieve. I've been training at the gym my whole life but could never nail the diet component and felt like I was hitting my head against a brick wall. Phil holds you accountable and gets you where you want to be. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him and would recommend him to anyone who wants serious results.”
“After years and years of busting my arse at the gym and seeing no results I started training with Phil. I saw results immediately. In total I have lost 15 kg and I am now stronger than ever. I never thought I could look the way I do. Not only has he taught me what I need to be doing in the gym to achieve results, he has also taught me about nutrition through simple to follow diet plans and his support. Thanks Phil”