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Grace Sandford | Strength & Fitness Coach For Everyone

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Strong Bodies - Kind Hearts
1:1 and Online Personal Trainer/Coaching at @otherfolk_studio_norwich 🌟
Strongman Athlete (Novice) 💪

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11 days ago

🌟 I’m so excited to announce that I’ll be joining OtherFolk as a Personal Trainer and as a Class Instructor! 🌟

OtherFolk is a a space that I wish had existed when I first started my fitness journey. The gym is perfect for those who want to train in a less public space and to build confidence without any judgement. OtherFolk also believe that the gym is for everyone, which I couldn’t agree more!
Want a gym body? You’ve already got one!
Don’t feel like you fit into the fitness stereotypes? Same here!
And fitness comes in different shapes, sizes and personalities.

It’s the perfect location for me to share my passion for strength training and that it is important for everyone, no matter what you look like or your current abilities. You want deadlift or press weight overhead? Hell yeah, you absolutely can! 👍

🪨 Watch this space as I will soon be starting an Introduction to Strongman class for those who have never tried Strongman as a sport and would like to have a go. It’ll be with equipment that you can find in most gyms and you’ll learn exercises that you can carry forward into your own training and everyday life afterwords, whether you pursue Strongman after or not! 🪨

Looking to get started with strength training or to change things up with your fitness? I’d love to work with you!

🌟 I hope to see you at OtherFolk soon! 🌟

#norwichgym #otherfolk #personaltrainernorwich #strongwoman #strongman by @gracefacelifts

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2 months ago

🐍 Beginners Strongman Classes at Venom 🐍

On the first Sunday of every month, we run a beginners session for those who would like to have a go at using strongman kit or attempting events training for the first time (or for those feeling a bit rusty!), in a supportive and welcoming space. We’re here to welcome everyone into the sport no matter your ability/skill level and think you’ll have fun while doing it!

Interested in joining the next class? Message @venomstrengthconditioning or @gracefacelifts to book on.

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(October’s session is now full! Please keep an eye on any cancellations or updates for November’s session! What events would you like to see next?!) ‼️

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Thank you to @tomw_1987 for the awesome video!

#strongman #strengthtraining #norfolk #norwich #strongwoman by @gracefacelifts

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💛 I often hear when I talk to people about strongman training, “I can’t Lift That” .

And, neither could I at one point! It took me a loooong time to get to where I am today, and there’s still so much further I want to go.

At my first ever competition, there was a 45kg sandbag to shoulder event for reps in a minute. I remember barely getting one rep in prep, and then getting 6 on the day.

Fast forward to today, and I’m now putting 70kg on my shoulders…but it took some work to get there! Now I’m used to it, but I wanted to show a video of one of my MANY failed attempts!

Long story short, it takes time and patience. But the result is so worth it. That feeling when you finally achieve that goal is incredible and you’ll look back on how far you’ve come! I’ve had so many of these moments, starting from nothing and want you to have those moments too 💛🖤

@otherfolk_studio_norwich

#strongman #norwich #norwichgym #strongwoman #norwichfitness by @gracefacelifts

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3 days ago

💥 StrongFolk (Strongman Beginners) last Friday was a blast! 💥

Our class were introduced to different deadlift equipment and mechanics such as axle and rack pulls (to emulate wagon wheel deadlifts). Then everyone got to challenge themselves by completing a deadlift ladder event, to see how many reps they could complete (of the weights of their choice, RPE 8/9) in a minute)!

Thanks to everyone who came and gave it their everything! 💪 You were such a strong and supportive group!

Sounds like something you’d enjoy? Strength training that’s accessible to all and everyone is welcome! Fridays at 7pm, at @otherfolk_studio_norwich

#strongman #strongwoman #norwich #norwichgym #strengthtraining by @gracefacelifts

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25 days ago

🌟 Strongman Beginners Sessions - Sunday 4th October 🌟

Thank you to everyone who came yesterday. Everyone smashed it training Conan’s Wheel and single arm pressing. We even got a few lifts with the Monster Dumbbell, which is no easy feet, no matter what stage of strength training you’re at!

🌟 This next session - Farmers Walks and Atlas Stones. Strongman Farmers Walks are no joke, get ready to really test your grip strength! And Atlas Stones are an iconic Strongman event. NOTE: please bring old clothes that you don’t mind getting messy for this one! 🌟

If you’re interested in the session, drop me a message! Spaces are limited as they are small groups (so you can have more time to lift and get better support!).

Beginners Only

I hope to see you there! 💪 @venomstrengthconditioning

#strongman #strongwoman #norfolk #strengthtraining by @gracefacelifts

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a month ago

Always wanted to give strongman training ago but have no idea where to start or where to even train?

Why not come along and give our beginner strongman class a go!?

Our coach @gracefacelifts is a very knowledgeable strongman competitor and an amazing coach. She makes strongman accessible to people who have never lifted weights before and gets them lifting heavier than they thought was possible!

Our classes are small and intimate, making sure you get the support you need to progress and you never feel like you’ve just been left to figure it out on your own.

The beginner strongman class runs 1x per week on Friday 7pm-8pm.

If this is something you’d love to have a go at DM us the word “CLASS” and we’ll hook you up with a trial session!

Fitness without Fitting in ❤️🏋️‍♀️🏋️ by @gracefacelifts

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🌟 Beginners Strongman Classes starting soon over at
@otherfolk_studio_norwich ! 🌟

I wanted to give a quick demo of how to use a regular dumbbell to practice single arm pressing that you will use for both circus and monster dumbbells. As someone who does not have frequent access to the kit, I use dumbbells often and this training has carried over well into competing and when using the actual kit.

We will be using lots of strongman kit in the classes to get you acquainted with how it feels (such as log, axle and sandbags), but I will also be teaching you drills and exercises that will improve and help your lifts that you can train and use anywhere, if you don’t have access to the kit!

This class is perfect for both those who want to try strongman for the first time and those who are looking for a fun way to take part in resistance training. It’s suitable for all ages and abilities, and you’ll definitely get a good work out!

If you would like to know more, please message
@otherfolk_studio_norwich

#norwich #norwichgym #strongwoman #strongman by @gracefacelifts

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2 months ago

🦆 Just some silly thoughts about what makes me happy in the gym 🦆

I am as happy as Tony Soprano with his ducks when I see these things. Most people who know me from the gym know me to make this face when I see people smashing their goals!

Maybe also when I see some gabagooool!

If you fancy chatting Sopranos, learning to lift weights and get stronger, then I’d always love to work with you!

#sopranos #gymmeme #strongman #strongwoman #norwichpersonaltraining by @gracefacelifts

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2 months ago

🌟 Strongman Beginners Sessions - Sunday 6th September 🌟

Thank you to everyone who came yesterday. Everyone smashed it and not only picked up an 80kg yoke for the first time, but walked with it like it was nothing!

🌟 This next session will be a big one - We’re getting out the Conan’s Wheel for you! So if you ever wanted to try this iconic strongman lift, now is the chance. I will also be teaching single arm pressing techniques too to see if you can attempt a Monster Dumbbell press. 🌟

If you’re interested in the session, drop me a message! Spaces are limited as they are small groups (so you can have more time to lift and get better support!).

Beginners Only

I hope to see you there! 💪 @venomstrengthconditioning

#strongman #strongwoman #norfolk #strengthtraining by @gracefacelifts

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2 months ago

🌟 Client Testimonial 🌟

Ste was my first ever online client. Working with him was an absolute pleasure and he is exactly what I look for in a client. Someone who wants to learn for life and gets excited about training. He trusted the process, even when it took time to get results. Now Ste is confident enough to train flying solo in his fabulous home gym! I’m very proud of what he has achieved.

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I’m currently taking on both online and in person clients. If you’re looking to begin your strength journey and don’t know where to start, I’d love to help you! Drop me a message anytime if you have any questions. 🌟

#norwichgym #norwich #personaltrainer #personaltrainernorwich #onlinepersonaltraining by @gracefacelifts

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3 months ago

🌟 If you get the reference, you’re a real one! 🌟

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Looking to get started with resistance training and not sure where to start? Want to get your food shop from the car in one go? Drop me a message! I’d love to work with you and show you how strong you really are! 💪

#norwich #personaltrainernorwich #personaltrainer #strongwoman #strongman by @gracefacelifts

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