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Lose the weight. Keep your strength.
Specialist strength coaching to keep your muscle, protect your metabolism, and stay strong while on weight loss medication.
In-person training in Christchurch · Online coaching worldwide.
“Medicine can change your weight. We're here to change what your body can do.”
— The Right Work, Done Well · WRK Personal Training
The 3 Pillars of GLP-1 Fitness
A calm, structured protocol to preserve lean mass and build lasting capability.
Progressive resistance training to signal muscle retention and safeguard your metabolic rate.
The goal isn’t just a smaller number on the scale. It’s making sure you don't lose your strength, wreck your metabolism, or feel completely drained doing normal daily tasks.
Simple nutritional anchors and recovery habits built to outlast medication weaning.
What Coaching Delivers
Targeted coaching solutions built specifically for medical weight loss.
Muscle Defence
Targeted lifting protocols designed to stop lean tissue loss in its tracks.
Low-Appetite Fuelling
Practical protein and meal strategies you can hit even when hunger is zero.
Hydration & GI Support
Hydration and mineral routines designed for slower stomach digestion and nausea.
The WRK App Platform
Video guidance, custom metrics, and direct coach feedback in your pocket.
Meet Hayden Richards
Structured strength without the exhaustion. We replace extreme diets and high-volume gym routines with targeted, 30-minute sessions that protect your joints, your energy, and your metabolic health. With over 20 years of coaching experience, we handle physical capability while your clinician manages your prescription.
GLP-1 Fitness FAQs
Trusted for Over Two Decades.
Whether navigating clinical recovery, adapting around injuries, or establishing sustainable strength habits for life—real experiences from long-term clients working with Hayden.
"I've been training with Hayden as my personal trainer for over 20 years now. Over the past two decades, Hayden has adapted and changed the way I train to meet the changes in my body and goals. His personal care, commitment, and expertise in the industry is equal to any health professional and has been an invaluable investment in my long-term wellbeing."
"I've trained with Hayden for over 10 years. He’s incredibly knowledgeable about the human body and takes the time to understand your personal concerns. He’s helped me recover from multiple injuries and health issues along the way, always adjusting my programme to keep me safe and moving forward. Highly recommend Hayden to anyone looking for a trainer who genuinely cares about your long-term health."
"What a gem of a training space and personal trainer. The atmosphere is 100% supportive with zero judgement. Trainers, equipment, and the people coming here are pure gold."
"I’ve been training with Hayden for years and he continually brings ingenuity to our sessions, making each one unique and purposeful. The facility has an exclusive, welcoming feel—clean, modern, full of natural light, and parking is effortless."
Ready to Protect What You're Building?
Take 3 minutes to assess your current training, protein habits, and recovery.