Rhinos Gymnasium | Stamford, UK - Member of The Month

Member of the Month

RHINOS MEMBER OF THE MONTH

Every month here at Rhinos we like to recognise and award a particular member for achievement in or outside the gym

April 2024

Rhino’s Member of the Month

We are delighted to announce Nic Chapman as Member of the Month for April 2024.

Nic has been a member for 14 months, during which time she has impressed beyond belief.

We can’t begin to describe her level of motivation, commitment and desire to achieve her goals, but I will attempt to give a flavour of what an inspirational character and person Nic is.

Many have commented on the intensity of Nic’s training and the fact that nothing phases her, she willingly accepts any challenge with gusto and determination.

A few examples of her recent achievements include :-

A weight loss of eight stones in ten months.

Three marathons in a space of a seven weeks with a full running calendar for the rest of the year, including a 65.8 mile Ultra Marathon for Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Placed 32 out of 74 athletes at a recent first time try Hyrox event in London.

Nic has unparralled energy, it is not uncommon for her to leave home at 4am in Upminster, drive 1.45 hours for a 6am Personal Training Session, complete a days work in Peterborough as a high level Sales Director, and then come back to Rhinos in the evening for a second PT session.

Also, following an arduous workout she will often finish with a long run.

Following a recent high volume leg session with a seasoned male bodybuilder and a program that has broken many before she was perfectly fine the following day with no DOMS or muscle soreness, her training partner that day commenting she’s a real enigma and he’s never trained with anyone so resilient.

Nic’s Personal Trainer, Brandon, who calls her ‘Nitro’ due to her energy levels, commented – “During my 20 years as a PT I have never known anyone with such a rare combination of endurance and muscular power, who can run a marathon and is an accomplished power lifter as well, with a dead lift of 120kg, a squat of 100kg and a bench of 60kg, she’s a phenomenon”

Personality wise Nic is one of the most humble and grounded person you could wish to meet, a genuinely nice person.

Without doubt, Nic is a true inspiration to anyone taking on a fitness journey, whatever it may be. Combining a demanding high powered job, with a young family and smashing numerous fitness goals you are one amazing lady.

It really is a pleasure to have you around the gym.

Upon receiving the award Nic commented “ It’s truly humbling to read others thoughts on my journey that simply started because I didn’t want Asthma to kill me. I have found in Rhino’s a place that I can just be me, somewhere that is so friendly – it feels like home now, its true that I am ridiculously passionate about anything I do in life so some think I am a little crazy but its all good. I am grateful for the life I have and all those who are part of it – Brandon my coach especially, as I have to say you are an artist and I know we will keep chipping away at this ‘block’ until we see what’s hidden underneath. Cant wait. “

Please join us in congratulating Nic on all of her amazing achievements and on this months award.

March 2024

We are delighted to announce Simon Everitt as Member of the Month for March 2024

Simon is one of our longest serving members, joining in June 2013 just a month after we officially opened and has been a loyal member ever since, nearly 11 years.

Year on year he trains consistently hard and with intensity, always keeping himself in great shape, especially important for his role as a firefighter.

Simon is a no nonsense trainer, simply comes in and cracks on with his workout, and this shows in his results.

A friendly and approachable guy, it's a real pleasure to have you in the gym Simon.

Upon receiving this months award, Simon commented :-

"Rhino's is a fantastic environment to train in, with like minded people, a great vibe with passionate owners who continually invest in the gym"

Please join us in congratulating Simon on this fantastic achievement and welcome him into the prestigious Rhino's hall of fame.

February 2024

We are delighted to announce Andy Pearce as the Rhinos Member of the Month for February 2024.

Andy joined in January 2017 and has been a member for over 7 years.

Just recently he has made remarkable gains, adding a significant amount of muscle and making a big transformation in his physique, well done.

Andy is always on hand and volunteers to help when required at the gym, helping set up the Rhinos Classic show, the relayout of the leg area to fit in the pendulum squat not finishing until 11pm and recently with the collection of the latest batch of equipment.

The majority of Andy's family, his wife Hayley and two of his sons Chris & Sebbie also train here, with Hayley also working on reception, epitomising the whole Rhinos family ethos.

He has also supported Haley in her very successful bodybuilding career representing Rhinos at local and national level.

A very bubbly and likeable character always up for banter, it's great to have Andy around the gym. A selfless and genuinely nice guy.

Upon receiving this months highly prestigious award Andy commented "Rhinos for me is like a 2nd family , from the welcoming entrance and smile ,(not just my wife) to the gym floor there’s always a friendly face and atmosphere greeting you"

From serious bodybuilder to beginner there’s something for everyone...."

Please join us in congratulating Andy on this months award.

December 2023

We are delighted to announce Louis Boyfield as Rhino's Member of the Month for December 2023.

Louis has been a member for over five years.

He is a very consistent member, training nearly everyday and has made signifigant gains over the last twelve months.

Louis is a no nonsense trainer and simply comes in and trains hard and intense.

Often training with his partner Sarah it's a real pleasure to have you training at Rhino's.

Upon receiving this months award Louis commented :-

" I was blown away when Nick approached me to award me with member of the month, Rhino's has been my home gym now for aslong as I can remember, the atmosphere is amazing in the gym, there are so many friendly faces and people to chat to, the equipment is second to none and there is always more coming which shows why it’s such a good place to train in and why so many people come and train here. Nick and Sam have always been there for me when I first started out and needed guidance and are always willing to help anyone! Couldn’t ask for a better facility!

Louis has plans to compete in 2025 and we are confident he will do great .

Please join us in congratulating Louis on his great improvements and winning this months award, thoroughly deserved.

November 2023

We are delighted to announce Rhinos Member of the Monrh for November 2023 as Matt Smith.

Matt has been a Rhino's member for six months in which time he has made quite phenomenal progress.

During his time at Rhino's he has lost 72lbs that's over 5 stone in weight in just less than 6 months.

Matt has taken guidance from the Rhino's team on training, diet & nutrition but in essence his achievements and improvements have all been down to Matt's hard work, dedication and total commitment, all off his own back.

Matt has even inspired his good mate Andrew Ward who now trains with Matt, great to see.

Matt is a well renowned and well respected photographer, feel free to check his work on his Instagram profile.

Upon receiving the award Matt commented :-

"Since joining rhinos , Sam, nick and Linda have made me feel so welcome from the start.

I was very apprehensive about stepping foot in the gym being a bigger lad but it couldn’t feel more like home now.

Achieving what I have has made me so proud of myself and it feels incredible to have that noticed by others too.

Couldn’t have done it without you."

Please join us in congratulating Matt on his fantastic achievements and this months award and welcoming him into the prestigious Rhino's member of the month club.

June 2023

We are delighted to announce Charlie Cliff as member of the month for June 2023.

Charlie has been a regular member for 8 years.

A very consistent and hard trainer he keeps himself in superb shape all year round.

Undoubtebly he has great potential as a competative bodybuilder.

Charlie is a real nice guy, cracks on with his training and a pleasure to have around the gym.

Upon receiving this months prestigious award Charlie commented :-

"I am delighted to get rhinos member of the month! Rhinos has amazing facilities, top equipment and a great environment. I would recommend to anyone. Many thanks to Nick and Sam for all their help over the years”

Please join us in congratulating Charlie on his achievements and this months award.

March 2023

We are delighted to announce Tayte Breen as Rhino's Member of the Month for March 2023.

Tayte has been a member for four years.

A very consistent and hard trainer Tayte has made great progress especially within the last year or so.

A great friendly and welcoming character Tayte often trains with his mates as well as on his own.

The member of the month award is presented for a number of reasons, for personal achievements amongst many other things.

The thing that impressed us most about Tayte is how polite, friendly and caring he is for a young man, always chatting and happy .

It's a genuine pleasure to have you in the gym Tayte.

Upon receiving the award Tayte commented :-

"I'd just like to say a very big thank you for this award, it means a lot to see that the hard work and consistency put into going to the gym has not gone unnoticed.

Furthermore I want to say thank you to all the rhinos gym staff especially Nick, Linda and Sam for creating such fun and hospitable work out environment that keeps me and all others members motivated and engaged especially after a long day at work.

Please join us in congratulating Tayte upon his achievements and winning this month award.

January 2023

Member of the month, we are delighted to announce that Curtis Seymour is the member of the month for January 2023

Curtis has been a member for nearly five years. He is a very regular and consistent trainer and also supports Rhino's well.

Curtis originally trained extremely hard for fitness and strength to support his go-karting career in which he did extremely well.

Since retiring from competative kartimg he has focussed more on muscle building as weight is no longer a constraint.

As a result over the last couple of years he has made quite remarkable gains with respect to his physique and looks in fantastic shape.

A quiet and unsssuming character he simply cracks on with his training with no fuss and the results show, well done.

A most likeable guy we love having you around the gym.

Upon receiving the trophy Curtis commented :-

"The gym is one of the things I can concentrate on daily to set myself new goals and achieve them, ticking them off and moving onto new ones. As over the years of training here double my weight from starting at 7 stone. Coming to Rhinos adds to that and makes it even more fun and sometimes entertaining because of the laughter that comes with it as well as meeting people with the same ambition.”

Please join us in congratulating Curtis on his achievement and winning this very prestigious award.

December 2022

We are delighted to announce the Rhino's Member of the Month for December 2022 as Elliot Green.

Elliot has been a member for nearly two years

He trains consistently hard, week in week out.

There are so many things that impress us about Elliot making him a very worthy winner.

First thing we notice about Elliot is the amount of focus and effort he puts into his training whilst maintaining impeccable technique and form.

Aged just 20 it's rare to see someone of this age train with such high intensity, no gimmicks just hard work.

This was very evident when Nick was trying to present Elliot with this months award - headphones on, max weight on the adductor machine, eyes closed and totally oblivious to what was going on around him. Finishing his set to applause and cheers from the gym.

He is very educated in all aspects of fitness including not just training but diet & nutrition and much more.

Another equally impressive trait Elliot has is his gym etiquette, which is non pretentious and he is also one of the nicest and most polite guys there is and very respectful of others, it is a real pleasure to have you around the gym.

Elliot often trains on his on own which shows a great deal of self motivation.

A genuinely nice guy we will often have general 'life' chats with Elliot before or after his workout.

Elliot's dad & partner, Justin & Emma also train at Rhino's, the family gym.

Upon receiving this award Elliot commented :-

"I love coming to the gym and I look forward to it throughout the day, it’s taught me a lot of discipline and that when you actually put the work in you’ll see the results. Also I appreciate the community that rhinos has because it makes coming to the gym that more enjoyable and training with like minded people definitely helps the process"

Please join us in congratulating Elliot on this fantastic achievement.

November 2022

We are delighted to announce Debra Asher as Rhino's Member of the Month.

Debra has been a member for over three years.

A very consistent trainer and great supporter of Rhino's, Debra is a larger than life jovial character who's not afraid to speak her mind.

She has made great improvents since training here.

Debra's Son Thomas also trains here, epitomising the family feel and ethos of Rhinos

Debra runs the Bouji Nights in Stamford which we help support her.

Upon receiving the Member of the Month award Debra commented :-

"Am truly touched to get this!! Rhino’s is just the BEST gym in town, Stamford is so lucky to have it! It’s totally my happy place and the only gym that opens proper hours for its members, isn’t full of Instagrammers and it doesn’t matter where you are on your wellbeing journey you’ll always get the biggest welcome. Nick Linda and Sam have been some of my biggest business supporters, my skinny teenager has turned in to a nationally competitive power-lifter and I always leave happier than when I arrived…what’s not to love. Thank you!! Dxx

Please join us in congratulating Debra on this months award.

October 2022

Member of the month for October 2022 is Ben Abbot. Ben has been a member here at Rhinos for over 7 years!

He has a great attitude to his training and is incredibly consistent. A very friendly face to have in the gym and always up for a good chat regarding training and goals.

He recently completed Squatober adding an extra 10kg to his PB on squats. Currently on plan to conquer Deadcember shortly for the second year in a row.

Ben is a real pleasure to have in the gym, he commented;

"Having been a member for 7 years since moving to Stamford i can tell you that it's not just the proximity to which I live to the gym that keeps me coming back but the friendly atmosphere and great equipment. As you know I have participated in squatober and deadcember challenges and Rhinos always has everything I need with the space that I need to do it in. So thank you again."

Please congratulate Ben on achieving member of the month status for October 2022.

September 2022

We are absolutely delighted to announce Gemma White as Member of the Month for September 2022.

Gemma has been a regular and very consistent member for nearly two years.

Gemma trains with various methods and keeps herself in great shape all year round. However just recently she has found another spark, taking her training to another level resulting in noticeable improvements to her physique, demonstrating a great level of self motivation.

In addition she trains at home intensively on the Pelaton cycle.

Gemma is such a likeable character and will often chat for a while in reception before and after her workout. She also has many friends in the gym, testament to her great personality.

Gemma has a great competitive spirit which has helped her gains , she even plans to compete one day.

Upon receiving this months prestigious award Gemma commented :-

"I’m absolutely delighted to be Rhinos member of the month, especially as this was something I have been dreaming of winning since I joined! I love training at Rhinos, it’s filled with people who constantly inspire me to train harder and set myself ambitious targets. Thank you again to the Rhinos team "

Please join us in congratulating Gemma on her accomplishments and on this months award.

August 2022

We are delighted to announce the Member of the Month for August 2022 as Hayley Pearce.

Hayley has been a member since April 2021, just under 18 months, encouraged initially by her husband Andy she is now a very confident trainer.

A very consistent and hard working athlete, Hayley keeps herself in great shape all year round.

Just over 4 weeks ago Hayley competed for her first time, representing Rhino’s in the Masters Bikini category at the MuscleTalk PCA show in Kettering, under the guidance of Rhino’s PT @brandon_bfit.

She looked absolutely incredible on stage and exuded confidence, resulting in a fantastic 4th place and an invitation to the British Final in October.

Hayley also plans to compete in the UKDFBA natural show in 3 weeks and then the Rhino’s Classic in 10 weeks time.

We love having Hayley here at Rhino’s, a really bubbly and happy character.

She lives and breathes Rhino’s

It's great to see the whole family training here, Hayley , Andy and son Christian.

Her reaction upon receiving the member of the month award was fantastic and epitomised Hayleys fun side, she commented :-

"I'm absolutely over the moon to be member of the month! I love training at Rhinos, it's such a warm & welcoming place and I'm always learning!! To be recognised for your hard work by others is an incredible feeling!! Thank you guys!!! You are all awesome!"

Please join us in congratulating Hayley on this award and her Bodybuilding achievements.

June 2022

We are delighted to announce Becky Lattimore as Rhino's Member of the Month for June 2022.

Becky has been a member since September 2019, nearly three years.

A most consistent trainer, Becky is always in great shape all year round. She trains hard and with intensity under the guidance of Rhino's resident personal trainer @brandon_bfit.

A role model to mum's to be, Becky trained right upto the birth of her second son Reuben and was back training within 2 Weeks of giving birth.

Todays pictures are just 4 months post delivery and what phenomenal shape she's in .

It's a real pleasure to have you around the gym Becky.

Upon receiving this prestigious award Becky commented

" I love training at Rhinos it's such a great environment. The equipment is fantastic and everyone is so friendly and welcoming .

Shout out to Brandon my personal trainer and thanks for this award, I'm delighted "

Please join us in congratulating Becky on her achievements and this months Member of the Month award

May 2022

We are delighted to announce Rhino’s Member of the Month for May as Laura Marjoram

Laura has been a member since 2016, 6 years, both training & working here, you will see her behind reception Thursday, Friday evenings & Saturday afternoons.

A most reliable and valuable member of staff, it’s fair to say she is a real mainstay and loyal member of the Rhino’s team.

Laura is a former bodybuilding competitor, placing third in the 2008 NPA Mike Williams Classic in the Physique Category at an impressive weight of 48kg on stage having lost a total of 4 stone in 7 months prior.

Laura continues to train hard and has recently taken her training to another level with new training partner Bernie.

Upon receiving this award Laura commented:-

“I have been part of the Rhinos family now for around 6 years and I can honestly say it is a brilliant place to train and work. Everyone is so friendly and supportive, and I can say it’s the best atmosphere I have experienced in a gym. I want to take this opportunity to thank Bernie Prior, my training partner, who continues to inspire me with her own drive and determination and push me to new limits. I am honoured to receive this award today. Thank you very much! “

Please join us in congratulating Laura on her achievements and welcome her into the prestigious Rhino’s Member of the Month Club.

April 2022

We are delighted to announce Chris Grint as Rhino's member of the month for April 2022

Chris has been a member since October 2014, over 7.5 years !

Chris is an extremely consistent and hard trainer, often training with his gym buddy @dmac7557

He has made regular & consistent improvements over the years, including signifigant muscle mass gains and is always in good condition.

A very unassuming, friendly and nice guy it's a real pleasure to have Chris around the gym.

He often trains with resident PT @brandon_bfit .

Upon receiving the award Chris commented :-

"I value having Rhinos as a gym to go too, lift heavy weights and consistently get broken when training with Brandon. Especially Legs. The feeling of dread as you walk toward the V or hack squat and then the feeling of being blown out as you stagger out of the gym after.. Brilliant. To keep doing it week after week year after year it just becomes a part of who you are."

Please join us in welcoming Chris into the prestigious member of the month club, on this and all his other achievements.

March 2022

We are delighted to announce Michelle Jackson as Rhinos member of the month for March 2022

Michelle has been a Rhino's member since June 2014, nearly 8 years !

A massive thank you for your support and loyalty to Rhino's

Michelle trains hard and consistently keeping herself in great shape all year round.

Often training on her own as well as supporting Baz Wattret boot camps.

Her great loyalty over 8 years stands out!

Michelle is always cheerful and an absolute pleasure to have around the gym.

Upon receiving the prestigious and coveted Member of the Month award Michelle commented :-

"Wow!! I just want to say Thank-you very much for choosing me to be Member of the Month. A great way to end my week.

I love coming to Rhino’s, it is such a friendly place with a great vibe! As a female who trains on her own, it is such a comfortable gym to be in and a great community to be a part of. If needing any advice or support there is always someone willing to help out with a smile.

Thankyou again Nick, Linda & Sam"

Please join us in congratulating Michelle on this great achievement

February 2022

We are delighted to announce Chloe Russel-Steels as Member of the Month for February 2022

Chloe has been a member since January 2014, over 8 years !

She trains consistently hard, recently losing 3 stone, is in great shape and has plans for even more improvements.

She even represented Rhinos in a white collar boxing event last November.

A great bubbly character, it's a pleasure to have Chloe around.

Upon receiving the award Chloe commented:-

" I just want to say a huge thank you! Getting member of the month as well as your advice really has just given me the boost I need!

I absolutely love training in the gym, it really is the best gym and after every session I always leave feeling amazing, the atmosphere is always brilliant and everyone is always so friendly "

Please join us in congratulating Chloe on her achievements and winning this months award.

January 2022

We are delighted to announce Rhinos member of the month for January 2022 as Katie Warren

Katie has been a Rhino's member since August 2020

Katie trains consistently hard and has transformed her physique whilst at Rhinos

Always a jovial and likeable character , it's a pleasure to have Katie around the gym.

Katie has recently become a qualified Personal Trainer and is accepting clients at Rhinos.

Upon receiving the award Katie commented :-

“Rhinos is a place to belong especially for me; as part of my passion and my own therapy. Thankyou for letting me join an amazing community filled with friendly faces, laughter and a non judgemental environment!”

Please join us in congratulating Katie on this achievement

Rhinos

December 2021

We are delighted to announce Alan Harris as Rhino’s Member of the Month for December 2021.

Alan has been a regular member since July 2017 along with his family, wife Zara and daughter Kiera.

Alan trains consistently hard and is a stickler for good form and takes pride in helping others correct their technique.

He has even run adhoc group training sessions for youngsters on deadlift techniques and also encourages members to put weights away and look after the gym.

He encourages his daughters training in order to help her in her karting career.

A colourful character always up for a good gym debate and bit of banter. It’s a pleasure to have him around the gym.

Please join us in congratulating Alan on winning this months prestigious award.

Thanks

Rhino’s

November 2021

We are absolutely delighted to announce Rob Arnold as Member of the Month for November 2021.

Most of you will know Rob as the face of Rhino's behind reception in the Mornings, always with a warm welcome.

Rob is a key member of the Rhino's team, and really steps upto the mark whenever needed.

A most valuable member of staff indeed.

Mr. Consistent. A personal thank you from all the family for everything you do.

But he is more than that, he trains hard, has a great and expansive knowledge of both training as well as diet & nutrition which he readily shares with other members.

Rob throughout different styles of training has made considerable and noticeable improvements in his physique as well as strength.

Friendly, approachable and always up for banter, Rob is a great guy and epitomises what Rhino's is all about :- a friendly family run business.

Upon receiving this prestigious award Rob commented :- "I couldn't ask for a better atmosphere to work and train in, Rhinos feels like a family to me"

Please join us in congratulating Rob on his achievements.

October 2021

We are delighted to announce Tim McGibbon as Rhino's Member of the Month for October 2021.

Tim has been a Rhino's member for over 18 months.

He first competed in the Rhino's Classic and just over 3 weeks ago won the Classic Novice Bodybuilding Category at the Battle of Bedford

Tim has shown great determination, focus and commitment going from 105kg to 80kg losing a total of 25kg in 20 weeks under the guidance of Rhino's PT & prep coach Brandon to be stage ready.

He competes this weekend in the GPO Battle of Dan Helder in Holland, we wish him all the best and thanks for representing Rhino's

Tim is a great guy, not only training hard , he is very approachable & a very friendly character, we love having you around the gym.

Tim commented :-

"I first joined just over 18months ago and from the moment I walked through the door it felt like home, it’s more than a gym to me it’s a family. I call it my second home because that’s how it genuinely feels. Thanks to Nick and all the staff for creating a top, top gym."

Please join us in congratulating Tim on his recent achievements and on winning this months prestigious member of the month award.

September 2021

We are absolutely delighted to award the prestigious Member of the Month for September 2021 to Roselin & Daryl Tooth.

They have been Rhino’s members for over two and a half years, they are extremely consistent members indeed, training up to 5 times a week and regularly train together.

Both Roselin and Daryl make full use of all our facilities, weights & cardio and as a result are always in great shape.

It really is nice to see a couple train together and epitomises the Rhino’s family ethos, especially as their Son’s Daniel & Luke have also trained here for many years.

On top of this you could not wish to find two nicer and friendlier people, we really enjoy having you guys around.

We don’t think Roselin has stopped smiling since winning this award, it’s nice that it means so much and that people really appreciate what we do.

Daryl & Roselin commented “We have always loved our time at Rhino’s, everyone is so very friendly & helpful and we feel at peace in here . Its our relaxing time. “

Please join us in congratulating Roselin & Daryl on this achievement, only the second couple to have won it in Rhino’s 8 years history.

August 2021

We are delighted to announce the Rhino’s member of the month for August 2021 as Josh Digby.

Josh has been a member since February 2019, two and a half years.

Josh always trains hard, consistently making significant gains in both muscularity and strength whilst maintaining a really well balance and aesthetic physique, a thoroughly deserved winner.

He is a very educated and knowledgable trainer and has a clear plan including an off season diet plan that supported his off season gains.

Josh has ambitions to compete next year and we are confident that he will do very well and has our full support at Rhino’s

As well as his obvious progress in the gym it’s great to have Josh around , a genuine nice guy and always up for a chat and bit of banter within reception and the gym. A real member of the Rhino’s family.

It’s also great to see Josh often training with his partner Hannah, also a previous member of the now very exclusive Rhino’s member of the month club.

On receiving the member of the month he commented:-

“I’m over the moon with winning it! The member of the month award was something I set myself on achieving when joining rhinos and to receive it is a privilege. Thank you to rhinos for providing a second home for me, great friendships and knowledge both in and out of the gym. The personal experience rhinos looks to achieve is unmatched and I can not thank the team enough for everything they have done for me”

Please join us in congratulating Josh on his progress, achievements and on this months award.

Rhino’s

July 2021

We are delighted to announce Darryl Sinclair as Member of the Month for July 2021.

Darryl has been a Rhino’s member since June 2013. Over 8 years of consistent training!

Darryl has been Mr Consistent since we opened our doors, with him joining within the first month and simply hasn't missed a beat since.

Genuinely one of the nicest blokes you'll ever meet, always with a story to tell, and smile on his face even after a long night shift.

Coming in at the crack of dawn, always with a different training routine to try out. Whether its flipping tyres, functional circuits, lifting atlas stones or traditional weightlifting Darryl does it all to keep fit and motivated after all these years.

"Its a little time for self indulgence but more importantly it keeps me focused and able to keep up with the kids" he replied.

Certainly a very well deserved and a long overdue member of the month.

Please join us in congratulating Darryl on this achievement.

June 2021

We are delighted to announce this months Member of the Month as Alfie Hibbitt

Alfie has been a Rhino’s member since 1st April 2016 , 5 years 3 months.

Always a consistent trainer, recently Alfie has found a new focus and taken his training to another level.

He is totally committed to all aspects, including training, diet & nutrition and rest & recovery.

Alfie has a great knowledge of training and uses this to maximum advantage, his progress recently has been nothing short of remarkable.

His strength has rocketed, demonstrated no better than the attached photograph of him breaking the gym record of 6 plates a side for 8 reps on the brutal Precor hack squat.

He trains both heavy but also smart, in maximising his gains whilst allowing recovery.

Alfie is also a great guy, both friendly and unassuming.

He was delighted to receive this month’s award and commented :- “ Rhinos is a fantastic gym, so much equipment with very helpful staff. All the members here are very friendly and are willing to help one another which brings a good atmosphere when training and a good community within the gym. Big up everyone! Cheers, Alfie “

Please join us in congratulating Alfie on this fantastic achievement and welcome him into the prestigious Rhino’s Member of the Month Club.

May 2021

We are delighted to announce Jamie Weeks as member of the month for May 2021.

Jamie has been a Rhino’s member since June 2014, a very impressive 7 years.

He always keeps himself in good shape but has recently took his training to another level, resulting in great and noticeable physical improvements. Well done Jamie.

Jamie’s progress is proof that consistency pays off.

A friendly, approachable and highly likeable character Jamie is always up for a bit of gym banter and epitomises Rhino’s friendly environment.

Jamie commented :-

“ I just want to say the gym is a brilliant facility, always loved training here and everyone is always so welcoming and happy to help out or give advice. Wouldn’t want to train anywhere else!”

Please join us in congratulating Jamie on this fantastic and thoroughly deserved award.

Welcome to the Member of the Month Club.

April 2021

Rhino’s Member of the Month.

We are delighted to announce Miles Anderson as Member of the Month for April 2021.

Miles has been a Rhino’s member since October 2019

Just 18 years of age he has made remarkable physical improvements since joining Rhino’s

He trains consistently, hard and with great technique.

He has a willingness to learn and progress which is great to see, and recently invested in PT sessions with Brandon.

A very committed young man who takes all aspects, training, nutrition, rest & recovery and education seriously.

He has recently taken his training to another level, this shows in his physique improvements and he has great potential for the future.

Miles commented “Coming to the gym is the highlight of my day, providing me a goal and giving me a purpose as well as motivating me in life in general”

Please join us in congratulating Miles on his sucesses and this award.

Rhinos

September 2020

We are delighted to announce Rhino’s member of the month for September as Chris Pez.

Chris has been a member since July 2013 pretty much since we opened , over 7 years!

A very consistent trainer, he keeps himself in great shape all year round.

Chris’s trains for all round, fitness, strength and endurance his training methods are very varied, utilising both resistance and functional equipment taking advantage of our full range of equipment.

He is very knowledgeable, he trains very hard but also very smart.

Chris has recently been joined by his daughter, who he supports and encourages, epitomising the Rhinos family ethic.

To top it all, Chris is simply a nice friendly approachable guy.

Chris commented

“I love the functional training options with loads of good equipment. It’s a really friendly run family gym.

Keeping physically fit is a really important part of life and keeps the stress levels down! You know going in to train at rhinos you’re going to have a good training session as there’s such a good array of equipment whatever your training.”

Please join us in congratulating Chris on winning this months award

Thanks Rhinos

August 2020

We are absolutely delighted to announce Joe Healey as the member of the month for August 2020.

Joe has been a member for nearly 5 years, joining straight from school in December 2015.

He prides himself in staying in good shape all year round.

He trains consistently hard and is always looking for ways to improve.

He continued to train through lockdown and holds himself very accountable.

He takes all aspects very seriously including diet & nutrition, consistently eating very healthily, he understands his body well in order to get into great shape.

As well as bodybuilding Joe also plays football, so needs to strike a fine balance between muscle mass and fitness, something he does extremely well.

He also has aspirations to stand on stage and the U80kg bench press record. An all round balanced athlete.

Joe is an extremely likeable character and a true pleasure to have around the gym and share the banter with, along with his training partner Ryan Bennett who are our best ‘pot of gold’ customers.

Please join us in congratulating Joe in the incredible improvements he has made physically and in his training style during his five years at Rhino’s and of course in winning this month award.

Joe said

“Just wanted to say what an amazing gym Rhinos is. It has everything a gym could have and more. From the equipment, to environment/atmosphere to train in and to everyone working there. There is always someone to keep you going, have a laugh with and give you advice when needed, whether that’s in reception or in the gym itself, which I personally am grateful for! I wouldn’t want to train anywhere else “

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July 2020

It gives us immense pleasure to announce Jock Castle as Rhinos Member of the month for July 2020.

Jock has been a Rhino’s member since 14th January 2015, over 5.5 years.

He has always been a very consistent and hard trainer but just prior and during lockdown he has shown immense dedication and commitment to complete a massively impressive physical transformation.

Starting at 98kg , he lost 6kg prior to lockdown but then showed great resilience to lose a further 11kg , currently weighing 81kg, losing a total of 17kg (37.4lb / 2.7 stone) in around just 5 months.

Jock achieved this whilst still working throughout lockdown as a Postie making his achievement even more impressive.

We all know how hard it was during lockdown to maintain motivation so hats off to you Jock

He really is looking in great shape and a true inspiration. He is where he wants to be weight wise and now plans to start building lean muscle mass.

Jock is very grateful for the training and nutritional advice and tips from Rhino’s resident Personal Trainer Bailes Paul Bailey throughout the lockdown period.

But it’s not just the physical achievements we recognise in Jock:- He is also a genuinely nice guy, always very positive, a great sense of humour,up for a laugh, and a smiling face. He is a very loyal member and loves and promotes Rhino’s.

On receiving the award Jock said “Rhino’s is an awesome place and I’d wouldn’t train anywhere else. The atmosphere and all the staff is just what you want from a gym”. Thanks Jock.

A great, very likeable guy , Jock really does epitomise what Rhino’s really is all about. We are very proud of your achievements and to have you part of the Rhino’s family.

Please join us in congratulating Jock on his achievements and this month’s award.

February 2020

We are delighted to announce that Kimberley Branson as Rhino’s member of the month for February 2020.

Kim, has been a member for a year during which time she has made remarkable progress.

Starting her Rhino’s journey under the guidance of Rhino’s resident personal trainer Paul her strength has sky rocketed.

Kim very quickly got into strength training and is now an integral part of the Rhino’s strongman/strongwoman community.

Kim (aka “Steve”) regularly trains with other Strongmen matthew_taylor.1 (aka “princess”) and bigtommy_t (aka “the old one”) where training is always tough but fun !

In addition to her impressive strength gains, Kim has also made great physical improvements, losing 14kg since June 2019 and has dropped two dress sizes, take a moment to look at her great transformation pictures.

Kim has fantastic drive and self motivation to succeed. As a result she recently came 3rd in her first ever Strongwoman competition.

She has a great fun personality, epitomising what Rhino’s is all about.

Please join us in congratulating Kim on this great achievement as we wish her all the best in the future with her training.

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January 2020

We are delighted to announce that David Roberts is the Rhinos member of the month for January 2020

Dave has been a Rhino’s member since May 2017, nearly three years.

He is “Mr Consistent”, training many times a week and a regular and loyal client of Rhino’s Personal Trainer Brandon Marjoram

Dave continually pushes himself in training and has made great physical improvements and in excellent shape for a man of 62

He is an avid supporter of Rhino’s and it is a true pleasure to have you train here Dave.

Thanks for your support, we know you didn’t expect it but you thoroughly deserve this award, your hard work has not gone unnoticed.

Please join us in congratulating Dave on this achievement and welcome him into the elite team of Rhino’s Members of the Month.

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December 2019

We are delighted to announce that Jessica Nairn is the Member of the Month for December.

Jess has been a regular member since September 2017, two years and four months.

She has always trained hard but recently taken her training to another level with remarkable and impressive changes to her physique.

Jess has shown great motivation, determination and consistency to get in great shape.

Even training all over the recent Christmas period.

Jess also encourages and trains with her friends.

Jess really epitomises what Rhino’s is all about, a happy, smiley character always up for a laugh, a true character.

You’re a pleasure to have around the gym.

Welcome to the elite Rhinos’s Member of the Month group Jess, you thoroughly deserve it.

Please join us in congratulating Jess on her achievements and this award.

November 2019

We are delighted to announce the Rhino’s Member of the Month for November 2019 as Peter Wilson

Pete has been a regular member at Rhino’s since September 2016, Over 3 years.

Pete won’t mind us mentioning that he probably wasn’t the most confident of gym goers, originally starting training at Rhino’s with his mate Dan, he now regularly trains on his own and has made real and significant gains and has improved his physique beyond recognition.

Pete is a very loyal and helpful member, helping out at both this years Rhino’s Strongman and Rhino’s Classic events.

He is always positive something he has picked up from his training partner Dan.

Pete also promotes the gym well on social media.

Please congratulate Pete on his achievements and this months award.

October 2019

We are delighted to announce Claire Rudkin as Member of the Month for October 2019

Claire has been a Rhino’s member for nearly two years.

She is a very regular member, training extremely hard and keeping herself in great shape all year round.

Originally just a cardio trainer, but now, like many other ladies who join Rhino’s, Claire progressed to the weights section, with dramatic effect on her physique, toning up and now sporting a nice set of guns !

Since coming to Rhino’s Claire has dropped two dress sizes in her first year and built up her running stamina up to 20k in just under two hours. She then dropped a further dress size since commencing weight training and toning up this year.

Mother of two, Claire has focussed hard on her abs.

Claire is very focussed in her training and keeps herself to herself but is always open for a chat and always a smiling face, epitomising Rhino’s friendly atmosphere.

Please join us in congratulating Claire on her achievements and this months Member of the Month award.

September 2019

This months member of the month award goes to Matthew Hardiment

Matt has been a Rhino’s member for over 4 years !

We are delighted to award Matt, aged 20 with this months award.

He has made some real significant improvements and achievements, endorsed by his fantastic transformation pictures attached.

Matt is a genuinely nice guy, very unassuming and just cracks on with his training with no fuss.

He can often be seen with his headphones on training extremely hard indeed.

Rhino’s has such a broad and diverse customer base but needless to say no ones efforts go un-noticed at Rhino’s, even the quieter trainer.

Just some of Matt’s achievements:-

He has gone from 65kg aged 15 to 97kg now, aged 20, a gain of 32kg !!

He recently started power bodybuilding with a target of 16 stone (102kg) over this winter.

His current lifts are 125kg Bench, 200kg Deadlift & 140kg Squat, pretty impressive at age 20.

He has set himself targets of 140kg, 220kg & 160kg by February, which we are sure he will smash.

He also hope to compete in bodybuilding in the future, again with such a great frame and structure we are sure he will do well here also.

Matt is in his second year at Anglia Ruskin University in Chelmsford studying architecture, but continues to live at home to ensure he can still train at Rhino’s fantastic facilities (Matt’s words), showing real commitment to the cause.

Matt said to us

“I used to be very fat and out of shape and was very self conscious of my appearance. I had always wanted to lift weights from watching my brother grow up as a child it intrigued me. So I began lifting weights as I wanted to get big and lose my fat and I have fell in love with the process and the self improvement and seeing progress each month. I challenge myself to bring a better version of me each year.

I would like to thank Nick, Linda and Sam so much for giving me the member of the month, it has certainly made my month, and my motivation is through the roof now”

The final thing that impresses us with Matt, is not just his work ethic but his politeness and most of all his willingness to ‘have a go’ and to learn.

A couple of examples of this being when he stepped forward for the tyre flip challenge when World Strongest Man Eddie Hall was recently at Rhino’s, aged just 19 he put himself forward, showed great confidence and had a go when it was just as easy to have sat back.

He also questions owner Nick about his competition prep training and nutrition protocols as he prepares for competition, showing a real willingness to learn.

A true role model of a young lad, he really does have it all.

Please join us in congratulating Matt on his achievements, on this award, on his future successes in both his training and his career in general. You really do epitomize what Rhino’s is all about.

August 2019

We are delighted to announce Jo Poole as Rhino’s member of the month for August 2019 Jo has been a Rhino’s member for two and a half years.

Five years ago Jo underwent chemotherapy for breast cancer and has been in remission since.

She is a very consistent and regular trainer and recently made fantastic improvements.

Since March under the guidance of Rhino’s resident PT Bailes Paul Bailey, she has lost 4kg, dropped a dress size and gained significant muscle.

She trains extremely hard and constantly pushes herself to improve.

Jo has a very happy go lucky attitude, positive outlook, always smiling and epitomises what Rhino’s is all about – training and having fun.

Please take a look at Jo’s great transformation pictures and join us in congratulating her on her achievements and on winning this months award.

July 2019

We are delighted to announce the Rhino’s member of the month for July is Oliver Regis

Oli has been a Rhino’s member since Rhino’s opened over six years ago.

He trains consistently, often more than once a day and one of the regular morning crew.

He always keeps himself in good shape and has made great improvements recently and in the best shape of his life.

Oli is a larger than life, fun character who promotes Rhino’s wherever he goes in the World.

A loyal member well worthy of this months award.

Please join us in congratulating Oli on this achievement.

June 2019

We are delighted to announce Dan Barford as the Rhino’s Member of the Month for June 2019

Dan is a true stalwart and has has been a Rhino’s Member since the day we opened on the 1st of June 2013

Dan is a very popular member and regularly trains with a number of his mates who have also been long serving members.

Dan is always in good shape but recently taken his training and nutrition to another level and is in the shape of his life.

Please have a look at his transformation pictures from mid January to today, just five and a half months!

The most impressive thing is that Dan is self taught, doing all of his own diets and building a great knowledge base.

He recently trialled a bodybuilding peak week protocol with carb, water and sodium manipulation to get in even greater shape.

Dan is overdue for this award but his recent transformation makes it even more well earned and all the more sweeter.

Dan and his company Classic Group have also supported the Rhino’s Classic over the last few years with class sponsorship.

Please join us in congratulating Dan on his achievements and this months award.

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May 2019

We are delighted to announce that the Member of the month for May 2019 is Hayden Giddings.

Hayden has been a member since May 2018, just over a year.

Rhino’s is the first gym that Hayden, aged 17 has been to.

Hayden who, has been profoundly deaf since birth was inspired to take up the gym whilst watching Strongman when at residential school in Exeter.

An aspiring strongman, he trains regularly with Geoff Capes Lincs Throws Academy making incredible improvements.

He has learnt all Olympic lifts from scratch and now is very technically competent, with great strength gains.

In addition, he has made visible improvements to his physique, through self-taught diet changes going from 24 stone to 17.5 stone currently, losing a total of 6.5 stone.

The gym has given Hayden a great focus and has massively helped his self-confidence, with him now being fully integrated into Geoff’s group.

He will be competing in the Rhino’s Strongman on September the 1st this year.

Please join us in congratulating Hayden on his fantastic achievements, winning this months member of the month award and best of luck in his first strongman competition.

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April 2019

We are absolutely delighted to award Rhino’s member of the Month for April 2019 to Colin Gibbons

Colin has been a Rhino’s Member since July 2018 during which time he has made quite simply phenomenal improvements!

Colin was born with Mitochondrial Disease which didn’t manifest itself until age 9.

Since training at the gym Colin can now stand on his own , the first time in 15 years! and can now even walk on the treadmill!

Also for the first time in 10 years he can self propel himself in his wheelchair as a result of his improved upper body strength. All of this has had a remarkable improvement in Colin’s confidence and self esteem

Colin has a great sense of humour and is an absolute pleasure to have around the gym.

Colin wanted to thank Rhino’s for giving him the facilities to train and the staff for their support and in particular Brandon , for his excellent personal training sessions when Colin first came to the gym and his great instruction , techniques and pitching it just right enabling Colin now to be self sufficient within the gym.

One of the most heart warming Member of the Month awards it gives us great pleasure to welcome you into the esteemed class of winners .

Thank you to Brent & Avril , Colin’s Mum & Dad for joining us this morning to celebrate this special moment with Colin.

We are proud to have such a determined and kind person as part of the Rhino’s family, you really epitomise what Rhino’s is all about.

Please join us in congratulating Colin on his amazing achievements and on winning this months award.

Congratulations Colin

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March 2019

We are delighted to announce Pip Warters as the Member of the Month for March 2019. Pip has been a regular member since December 2017.

He has undergone a complete and mindblowing transformation of his physique, going from 109kg to 79kg. Losing an astonishing 30kg or 4 stone 10lb in old money.

Prior to joining Rhino’s Pip was generally active and did plenty of miles on his mountain bike but his diet wasn’t on point.

He is indebted to @rupertgibson67 who encouraged him to start playing Rugby and join Rhino’s after a 17 year hiatus. Shortly after this Pip’s 15 year old son Harvey asked if he could go to the gym and he has never looked back.

He looked at all aspects in his fitness journey to change his physique and after listening to a @joerogan podcast on ‘time restricted eating’ now trains 5//6 days a week whilst during a ‘fasted’ window, the results are clearly there for all to see.

He can be seen training early doors at 06:00 with the morning crew with @simon_epps and @healthy_dad_hungry_boys who provide the inspiration, banter and setting the 2019 ‘fat off’ challenge

He is also grateful to Rhino’s PT @bailes_pt for his knowledge, experience and patience with his daily questions. Pip is obviously keen to learn and explore all avenues and this again shows in his success.

Pip’s transformation is one of the very best we have seen, truly remarkable and inspirational.

He has also supported @bailes_pt in creation of his PT promotional video, a genuine great guy.

Please join us in congratulating Pip in his incredible achievement and winning this months award.

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February 2019

We are delighted to announce Hanna Diskin as Rhino’s Member of the Month for February

Hanna has been a member since January 2017, over two years.

She trains very consistently and keeps herself in great shape all year round.

Hanna has shown great commitment and motivation, continuing to train after her training group disbanded.

She trains on her own but also trains with others and has even supported new members in their training and becoming familiar with Rhino’s

Hanna still manages to train regularly despite a very busy schedule including attending university

A bubbly, friendly and likeable character its great to have Hanna around.

Please join us in congratulating Hanna on her achievements and the member of the month award

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January 2019

We are delighted to announce that the member of the month award for January is a joint award and goes to Wayne & Natalie

Wayne & Natalie have been members for two and a half years and one year respectively.

They are both in great shape and can often be seen training together and supporting each other.

Wayne has competed in the Rhino’s Classic and also flown the flag for Rhino’s at the IFBA World Championships in Rome.

Natalie has lost a significant amount of weight, toned up and looks fantastic.

Together they promote Rhino’s on social media at every opportunity.

On top of all this they are both kind, great, caring people, a fantastic couple who really epitomise what Rhino’s is all about, a true family environment.

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December 2018

We are delighted to announce that the Rhino’s Member of the Month for December is Jo Chapman

Jo has been a loyal member since November 2014, over 4 years!

She trains very consistently and always keeps herself in great shape.

Jo had Son “Spencer” five months ago and trained literally up to and including the day he was born, and quote the hospital staff, this made for an easy birth.

Jo was back in the gym just three weeks after she gave birth, adapting her training times around family commitments, often training early in the morning on her own.

Showing a great level of determination to keep fit. In fact, Jo is now 1.5lbs lighter than before the birth.

Jo is a lovely likeable and friendly character, typical of all Rhino’s members.

Please join us in congratulating Jo on her fantastic achievements.

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November 2018

We are delighted to announce that the Rhino’s Member of the Month award for November goes to Baz Watret and his quite inspirational journey.

Baz under the coaching and guidance of Brandon Marjoram has completely transformed his physique to the extent that he was able to compete in the Rhino’s Classic this year, looking absolutely fantastic, with true stage condition, where he fared really well, it was only the fact that the Novice line up was of insane quality and standard that Baz didn’t pick up a trophy, but testament to his determination he is already planning next years assault.

Baz was one of only two Rhino’s members out of 17 who started the journey to complete it and actually stand on stage. During prep he had to endure many personal issues including an operation, hospitalisation which took eight weeks out of his comp prep.

Check out his transformation pictures below, Baz lost a total of 14kg , whilst simultaneously gaining significant muscle, all of this is just ten months.

Baz has been a Rhino’s Member since we first opened, I’m fact before we opened, helping off load start up kit.

Please join us in congratulating Baz on his achievements and this months member of the month award

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October 2018

We are delighted to announce that Rachel Collins is the Member of the Month for October 2018

Rachel has been preparing for the The Rhinos Classic for many months during which time she has completely transformed her physique.

During her whole prep she has not moaned a single once, despite a gruelling training and diet program.

Tomorrow she steps on stage and will do both herself and the gym proud.

She is a true testament to determination and will power.

She is looking in incredible shape with excellent muscularity and conditioning.

Please join us in congratulating Rachel on a truly incredible journey.

September 2018

We are delighted to announce that Fatteneh Farzad as the Member of the month for September.

Fattenah has been a Rhinos member since July 2017

One of Rhino's larger than life characters, always laughing and smiling.

But still taking her training very seriously, she has made significant improvements under the guidance of our resident personal trainer Brandon Marjoram.

She had a clear plan on the areas she wanted to work on and has toned these up with great results. In her own broad Austrian accent she now has firm 'treeceps' and no longer bingo wings.

She is always willing to learn new techniques and ways to improve her training and physique.

A lovely lady who always has time for anyone.

From the pictures and the video in the comments below we think she was quite pleased with the award !

Please join us in congratulating Fattenah on her achievements.

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August 2018

We are delighted to announce that the Rhino’s Member of the Month award for August goes to Zara Jaques for a quite inspirational story.

Zara under the coaching and guidance of Brandon Marjoram has lost 20kg in seven months and is looking in fantastic shape, check out her transformation pictures attached.

Zara has overcome lots of issues and to her credit has never let it affect her training or diet, one determined and very focused lady :-

Zara lost her father and trained the day after, she had her house broken into and trained the day after, she broke her finger and trained the day after, all on top of moving house, an incredible feat and truly inspirational.

Zara is hoping to compete in this years Rhino’s Classic.

Please join us in congratulating Zara on her achievements and this months member of the month award

July 2018

We are delighted to announce that the member of the month for July is Michael Pinder.

Mike has been a member for over two and a half years. A very regular trainer, he constantly pushes himself, continually breaking his personal bests.

He trains for and represents Rhino’s in strongman competitions. He has recently leaned up and is looking in great shape.

Mike is one of Rhino’s characters and can often be heard urging himself on to attempt a big lift after his obligatory “Grenade” pre-workout.

He is a great ambassador who promotes the gym well, often posting his workouts and achievements on social media.

Mike offered to do some electrical work for Rhino’s without request.

Generally a real positive and upbeat sort of guy.

Please join us in congratulating Mike on this achievement.

June 2018

The member of the month for June 2018 goes to Jason Wyman. Jason has been a Rhino’s member for 3.5 years.

He trains consistently hard and on the 9th of June competed in his first bodybuilding competition, the United Kingdom Drug Free Bodybuilding Association - UKDFBA USN Classic in Rugby, a tested event for natural athletes.

Jason came up against the toughest middleweight line up ever seen within this federation so despite looking absolutely phenomenal didn’t place within the top three. But we can honestly say he did both himself and Rhino’s very proud and has a very bright future in bodybuilding. His fluent stage routine would put many seasoned competitors to shame.

The two things that have impressed us most, is firstly, how Jason prepared for this competition, not moaning once, keeping his head down, grinding it out, almost undercover and seriously blowing us away at his first posing class with thick muscles, great balance and excellent condition, a testament to hard training.

And secondly he is simply just a nice, quiet, unassuming and caring guy.

Please join us in congratulating Jason on winning this months award.

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May 2018

We are delighted to announce Dan Stewart as Rhino’s Member of the month for May.

Dan is Rhino’s longest serving member, joining the day we opened, with unbroken membership for the last five years, a real sign of loyalty that is greatly appreciated Dan, it is therefore appropriate that we recognise this great achievement, on this, our 5th anniversary week.

However, this is not the sole reason Dan wins this months award:-

He is a also very consistent trainer, training day in day out, week in week out and month in month out. Making considerable gains, particularly over the last year, which stands him good stead for his second Rhino’s Classic competition this November, another show of support for the gym.

He also represents the gym in other shows, such as the Apollo as well as supporting other members in attending bodybuilding shows.

A great advocate for the gym, he is very supportive and promotes the gym very well and consistently on social media, not afraid to speak his mind.

Know as the pre-workout king, Dan is the expert of pre-workout cocktails.

Please join us in congratulating Dan on winning the member of the month award.

Thanks

Nick, Sam , Linda

April 2018

We are delighted to announce that the member of the month for April is the one and only legend that is Geoff Capes.

Geoff, needs no introduction, a British former shot putter, strongman and professional Highland Games competitor.

As an athlete he represented both England and Great Britain in field athletics, specialising in the shot put, an event in which he was twice Commonwealth champion, twice European champion, and three time Olympian.

As a strongman, he twice won the title of World's Strongest Man, was World Muscle Power champion on two occasions, and also had numerous other titles including Europe's Strongest Man and Britain's Strongest Man.

As a Highland Games competitor he was six times world champion.

And now a well renowned budgerigar breeder.

But it is what he brings to Rhino's that we recognise today.

Geoff trains his Lincolnshire Throws Academy Students here at Rhino's many times a week. Recruiting, supporting, coaching and developing young athletes to achieve their full potential, with a great success rate with many competing on a National level and also in Commonwealth games.

Geoff provides his time totally voluntarily and free of charge, a true ambassador of sport.

He is always on hand to give advice to anyone else that wants it (sometimes even if they don't lol )

We all know Geoff as a larger than life character, not afraid to speak his mind, engaging in healthy debate and bringing fun & life to the gym. One thing, he genuinely has, is a heart of gold.

Geoff really epitomises what Rhino's is about, striving to become a champion and then inspiring and helping others to do likewise. For these reasons, there could not be a more worthy winner of this months award.

We are truly honoured to have you around Rhino's and all that you bring to the gym.

Nick , Sam , Linda

March 2018

We are delighted to announce Zac Burrows as Rhino’s Member of the Month for March 2018

Zac has been a member since the first month we opened, joining on the

11th June 2013

Zac is one of Rhino’s regulars and is part of the fabric of the place.

He trains consistently hard and keeps himself in shape all year round.

He was part of the Rhino’s nude charity calendar a few years back and is always up for a bit of healthy gym banter.

It seems appropriate to recognise Zac this month as he goes through a very challenging time and has shown true character and kindness in supporting his brother as he fights cancer.

Please feel free to donate generously to Zac’s brothers just giving page at :-

https://www.justgiving.com/cr…/james-thesarcomaslayer-willis

Please join us in congratulating Zac on this great achievement.

Nick, Sam & Linda

February 2018

We are delighted to announce Gary Ashworth as Rhino’s Member of the Month for February.

Gary has been a member since the

9th June 2015, nearly three years !

Gary was diagnosed with Prostrate cancer last June, however he has not let it affect his training.

The way Gary had dealt with this has been simply incredible and truly inspirational.

He is always positive and has a smile on his face and continues to train hard, putting many youngsters half his age to shame.

Without doubt Garys positive mindset and continuing to exercise and train has helped him keep relatively good health under such difficult circumstances

He will regularly tell us how many plates he used to bench when younger but can still lift a hell of a lot more than most now.

The reason for the late announcement this month is that Gary has just returned from holiday (where he still continued to train)

Gary, you are genuinely a great guy and a true warrior!

All the very best

Nick, Sam & Linda

January 2018

We are delighted to announce January’s member of the month is Matt Taylor.

Matt has been a member since we first opened, 4 years 7 months!

Always training hard and consistently he has recently taken his training to new levels. Losing 5 stone over the last 18 months and completely transforming his physique, impressively whilst increasing his strength.

Take a look at his transformation pictures attached for true inspiration, we think you’ll agree a very worthy winner.

Please join us in congratulating Matt on his achievements and this months award.

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Nick, Sam & Linda over the last 18 months and completely transforming his physique, impressively whilst increasing his strength.

Take a look at his transformation pictures attached for true inspiration, we think you’ll agree a very worthy winner.

Please join us in congratulating Matt on his achievements and this months award.

Thanks

Nick, Sam & Linda

November 2017

We are delighted to announce Willie Mcleish as Rhino's Member of the Month for November 2017.

Willie has been a member since May 2016

Within the last year he has made some remarkable improvements, losing a lot of weight and completely transforming his physique.

He is a very consistent, and can be often be seen training with his son Finlay many times a week.

A genuinely nice guy, Willie often promotes Rhino's on social media and frequently wears the Rhino's T Shirt.

Please join us in congratulating Willie on his achievements.

October 2017

We are delighted to announce Brandon Marjoram as member of the month for October.

Brandon has been an integral part of Rhino’s for the past two years.

He is Rhino’s own resident personal trainer.

We all know Brandon for his expertise in training bodybuilders and prepping them for competition for which he has a tremendous track record.

The last two years he has prepped 25 clients for the Rhino’s Classic alone along with many other local, national and international competitions.

His client base is extremely diverse not limited to just bodybuilders but ladies and gentlemen of all ages and abilities.

He also an amazing track record with disabled clients, such as stroke and Parkinson victims.

For those that know Brandon his personal training support goes much further than just training, often providing emotional support and building overall client confidence.

Brandon has a very subtle and dry sense of humour helping to lightenthe day.

He won’t mind us saying that he his “old school” and likes to do thingsthe right way with strong morals and values.

A well decorated British and World Champion Bodybuilder in his own right we are honoured to have not only your skills and expertise here at Rhino’s but your experience within the fitness industry to tap into.

In summary Brandon epitomises what Rhino’s is all about :- Professional, caring and supportive!

A genuine and heartfelt thank you for what you bring to both your clients and to Rhino’s in general.

September 2017

I am absolutely delighted to announce that Daniel McCafferty is theRhino's Member of the Month for September 2017

Dan has been a Rhino's member for over two and a half years, during which time he has made remarkable improvements going from a general gym user to a strong competitive bodybuilder, culminating in his most recent achievement, winning the IBFA Mr Lincolnshire Tall Athletic bodybuilding class beating six other quality competitors and receiving an invite to the IBFA British Finals.

Dan's success is not down to good fortune, it is simply a true testamentof dedication, commitment and hard work.

The journey Dan has made over last couple of years, the improvements he has made and his dedication to the cause is quite incredible.

I'm sure that Dan wouldnt mind me saying that he doesn't have god given genetics but he makes up for that in abundance in the sheer effort, hard work and importantly willingness to learn and develop.

He is also one of few that sticks to a plan provided by his coach Brandon, proving if you do results will come.

Many others could learn a lot from his work ethic and determination.

Special mention to his mate and gym buddy Chris Grint for the support and motivation he has given Dan.

Dan is also a great advocate and ambassador for Rhino's and a genuinely nice guy, even if he does 'grunt' a little on leg day.

;-)

Please join me in congratulating Dan and wish him more success in thefuture.

August 2017

I am delighted to announce Nathan Willimer as Rhino's member of the month for August 2017.

He is a long serving member who has made great progress.

Nathan's passion and focus is on Strongman training and entering Strongman competitions.

He has taken part in four competitions to date :-

The first being the Rhino's Strongman, followed by Peterborough's Strongest Viking.

The massive BodyPower Strongman comp where he came a very credible 35 out of 85 and the East of England strongest novice coming 13 out of 34

Nathan is currently training hard for next years comps where he plans to move up from the Novices to the Inters.

What impresses me about Nathan is his constant progression and self development, often beating personal bests and training in a very structured way to resolve his areas for improvement, something he has had great success doing.

He has also donated items of equipment to the gym and is just an all round genuinely nice guy !

Please join me in congratulating Nathan on this award and future success

July 2017

I am delighted to announce Demi Johal as Rhino's Member of the Month for July 2017

Demi has been a Rhino's member since January 2015 and a regular PT client of Brandon.

Demi has completely transformed her physique over the past 7 months losing a total of 4 stone , going from 85kg to 59kg currently, through a combination of hard training and consistent diet.

She has achieved a good level of muscularity whilst maintaining femininity, something we always look for in ladies bodybuilding, top job !

Her level of self motivation and dedication sticking to her own diet, never wavering is highly commendable and an indication of what can be achieved with such great self discipline.

Please join me in congratulating Demi on her achievement and such fantastic results.

June 2017

I am absolutely delighted to announce Sandra Williams as Rhino'smember of the Month for June.

She has been a member at Rhino's for over three years.

Sandra has COPD and is recovering from a stroke in March.

She has shown an immense amount of grit and determination and theimprovements she has made have quite simply been remarkable!

However the most impressive thing is her outlook on life, she is always smiling and cheerful. It really is a pleasure to have you around the gym.

Sandra, you are a true inspiration to all.

Keep up the great work.

Please join me congratulating Sandra on her achievements.

May 2017

I am delighted to announce Rhino's member of the Month for May as Steve Balchin

Steve has been a member since the day we opened, in fact he was trying out the kit even before we opened our doors !

Steve trains very consistently and hard.

With over 40 years gym experience, he is always on hand to help, advise and assist other members.

A real character of the gym, you can always rely on Steve for an opinion.

Steve is a great advocate and ambassador of Rhino's.

Thoroughly well deserved, please join me in congratulating Steve on his achievement.

April 2017

I am delighted to announce Charlotte Louise Bone as Rhino's member of the month.

Charlotte is a long serving Rhino's member , she trains consistently hard with the results to show, always pushing herself and trying new techniques, often seen training in the functional area as well as theresistance area.

Showing a great deal of self motivation Charlotte often trains on her own , cracking on with no fuss.

She is also a great ambassador for the gym, often promoting Rhino's on social media.

Charlotte has made significant improvements in strength and built a great physique and an inspiration to others.

Please join me in congratulating Charlotte on her achievement

February 2017

I am delighted to announce that the member of the month award for February is a joint award and goes to Peter Hensman & Malcolm Stones !

Both lads have been Rhinos members for three years and eighteen months respectively.

Both very loyal and deserving winners, they train together consistently hard, pushing and encouraging each other and constantly breaking personal bests.

Pete holds the squat & deadlift records and Malc holds the Military Press record, in the over 110kg category.

Both love Rhinos and actively promote the gym on social media.

They both competed in last years Rhinos strongman event and also support Rhinos gym tours.

They are both genuinely nice guys and help others in the gym.

They are an integral part of the Rhino's strongman community.

They nearly always train together so it makes sense to award this as a joint award .

Please join me in congratulating a couple of Rhino's real characters, thegentle giants that are "Malc & Pete" in a great achievement.

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December 2016

I am delighted to announce that the Member of the Month award for December , is a joint award, and goes to :-

Gareth "Taff" Williams

and

Lee "Mac" McCullough

Both Taff & Mac are established members and train very regularly and intensely.

In the summer of last year they both decided to embark on a big challenge for charity.

They both decided to compete in the Rhino's Classic Bodybuilding show !

Neither having competed before this was a big ask, but both the lads stuck to the task with grit and determination, never moaning once duringthe whole of the twenty week competition preparation.

Taff competed in both the Novice & Classic categories and Mac in thePhysique category

The results they both brought to the stage were simply outstanding, dropping tens of kilos of body fat, and looking the real deal on stage. Both achieving the best condition of their lives and a credit to natural bodybuilders.

At the same time they raised over £500 for the charity "Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association"

On top of that they are both genuinely nice guys , who support the gym and partake in a bit of friendly gym banter.

Please join me in congratulating them both on this great achievement.

October 2016

It gives me great pleasure to announce Mark Bennett as member of the month for October.

Mark has had an incredible year, competing in his first ever bodybuilding competition, where he placed third in an incredibly tough Junior line up and gave a great account of himself in the Classic category, one of thetoughest classes of the day.

Mark underwent a 16 week competition prep and brought to the stage one of the best conditioned physiques out of the 55 athletes on stage (see transformation picture below)

There were many other worthy contenders for the award this month with so many Rhino's members excelling at the Classic, which makes Mark's achievement even greater.

So what set Mark apart ? He basically stuck to the plan without question and through the real tough times never moaned or complained !

He has also worked hard on his areas of weakness and developed these, namely legs and now has a decent set of wheels.

He also worked extremely hard on his posing.

Mark won't mind me saying, that he has proved a number of people wrong and showed a great deal of grit and determination to step on stage and exceed expectations.

Mark, also helps at the gym at the end of each shift, tidying the gym and putting weights away.

Please join me in congratulating Mark on this award.

September 2016

I am delighted to announce Ben Evans as member of the month for September.

Ben has been a Rhino's member since we opened in June 2013

He consistently trains hard and heavy and has made significant improvements.

Ben is always up for a challenge and threw himself whole heartedly into the recent Rhino's strongman competition, surprising a lot of people with his impressive strength coming third in the under 105kg category to two regular strongman competitors, receiving praise from the legendary Geoff Capes.

Add to this, Ben has recently broken two gym records :-

Firstly the Under 90kg weight category bench press record , with a great lift of 150kg

and also

The seated military press record with a lift of 110kg

Been is a genuinely nice guy.

I think you will all agree, a very worthy winner, please join me in congratulating Ben on this award

August 2016

I am delighted to announce Rylan Orchard as Rhino's Member of the Month for August.

Rylan has been a Rhino's member since we opened in June 2013

He always keeps himself in good shape all year round.

Through the year Rylan often embarks on a self managed training and diet program to get into even better shape, equivalent to contest shape, for a holiday or similar.

He can often be seen in the gym twice or more a day during these periods doing intense cardio in addition to his weight program.

This takes an incredible amount of will-power and self discipline.

He has learnt a lot about his body and physique.

He trains with good form and technique, resulting in a well balanced, great physique.

I'm hopeful that one day he will display his hard work on stage.

July 2016

I am delighted to award this months member of the month to Tomasz Ustyniak

Tomasz has been a member since June 2015.

He consistently trains hard, pushing himself to the limit, making great improvements.

He is a very active and supportive Rhino's member.

He leads by example in putting his equipment away.

He has, off his own back provided the 'tornado ball' and strong man beer keg for the gym.

He has also offered, without asking to assist in the forthcoming Rhino's Classic 2016 .

On top of all this Tomasz is also going to be competing in the in-house Rhino's Strongman competition on the 25th of September.

Great support Tomasz.

Please join me in congratulating Tomasz as a very worthy winner.

June 2016

I'm delighted to announce Emma Tate as Rhino's member of the month for June.

Emma has been a member since Rhino's opened.

She personally took her training to another level in early 2015, with various styles of functional training and then in October last year really focused on the nutrition side to compliment her training.

The intensity and focus Emma puts into her training is fantastic.

All of this has resulted in Emma losing a significant amount of weight and quite simply, a remarkable physical transformation, that has brought recognition and compliments from many.

By Emma's own admission, she never used to be a 'gym goer' , well I can assure you , you are a real inspiration and it gives me great pleasure in recognising your hard work and efforts over a considerable time period.

Emma is now concentrating her training on a combination of weights, functional training and cardio under the guidance of Brandon. Another step along the journey, it's great to see Emma embrace and try all training methods to achieve her goals.

Please join me in congratulating Emma on her great achievements and June's member of the month award.

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April 2016

I am delighted to announce Simon Reedie as the very worthy winner of this months Member of the Month award.

Simon has been a Rhino's member since September 2013 !

Simon simply lives and breathes the gym and fitness.

He has made significant personal progress, often setting and beating personal bests and has recently made noticeable changes to his physique.

He loves to try different methods, whether it be bodybuilding, power lifting or strongman and is always open to learning new techniques.

Simon trains with his brother James, both motivating and pushing each other to the max.

Simon is a genuinely nice guy, always willing to help and support others. He recently assisted Rhino's staff in transportation of a large batch of gym kit.

He is one of the characters of the gym, often enjoying some friendly gym banter.

Please join me in congratulating Simon on this achievement.

All the best in your future training and goals.

March 2016

I am delighted to announce Jackie Tudor as Rhino's Member of the Month for March 2016

Jackie has been a member for over 8 months, training very regularly and consistently hard, sometimes twice a day !!

She keeps herself to herself and simply cracks on with her workout.

Jackie has made significant improvements, losing over a stone and a half in recent weeks.

She has also showed great strength, in training shortly after the loss of both her father and her dog, the gym really can help.

Please join me in congratulating Jackie on her achievement.

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February 2016

I am absolutely delighted to announce "Taff" O'Dea as the winner of Rhino's Member of the Month for February.

Taff has been a member for over a year, he trains consistently hard, always pushing himself, a throwback to his rugby days, he is a true inspiration to all at the gym.

A larger than life character, "Taff" is always up for a laugh and bit of banter. Genuine 'Old-School' nice guy and straight talker, he is extremely proud of his Welsh heritage.

We love having you here "Taff"

Here's to many more reps

January 2016

I am delighted to announce Stephen Mount as the winner of the member of the month for January.

Stephen has been a Rhino's member since November 2014

He trains consistently hard and has made significant improvements.

Stephen also brings and cares for a number of students from Wild's Lodge , residential therapeutic school to train at Rhino's.

Stephen is a great advocate of the gym and not only promotes the gym well he comes up with ideas for improvements, such as the Rhino's Classic show.

He is a genuinely nice guy, always willing to help or just chat.

Please join me in congratulating Stephen on this months award.

November 2015

I am delighted to award Marek Michalowsk member of the month award for November.

Marek has been a member since Rhino's opened in June 2013

He trains consistently hard, breaking many personal bests.

He is the current U100kg and Overall Military Press record holder with a very impressive lift of 127.5kg

He has recently worked hard to lose weight and is looking in great shape.

Without asking and off his own back he cut back the hedge and trees in the outside gym and has leant us his leaf blower and offered to cut down our Christmas Tree (I hope he means after Christmas ;-) )

To top this , Marek is a real nice guy and always up for a little gym banter.

Please join me in congratulating Marek

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December 2015

I am delighted to announce Martin Tinkler as Rhino’s Member of the month.

Martin is one of Geoff Capes athletes.

He joined Rhino’s in October 2013 which spurred him back into the sport of shot put.

Martin has improved all of his lifting PB’s and currently holds two gym records :-

In the under 110kg category – A Clean of 130 kg and a Snatch of 90kg

He has improved his shot put PB five times since training at Rhino’s

Martin also throws the discus

He is currently the Cambridgeshire County Athletics Champion 2 years running in both Shot & Discus.

He is ranked #1 at the Shot Put in the East of England 2014 & 2015 and in 2014 was ranked 38th in the UK and improved his ranking to 26th in 2015, with hopes to reach the top 15/20 this coming season in the Shot Put.

Martin was placed 1st in all club competitions in 2014

In 2105 Martin gained maximum points for his athletics club in Division 1 of the Southern Athletics League for the Shot Put and almost full points in the discus too, helping his team win the league.

He has also represented Cambridgeshire at the CAU Inter-County Championship/England Athletics Senior Championship, in the Shot Put, where he qualified 4th in his heat and placed 7th overall in the Final against some of the best throwers in England.

Martin quotes :-

“The equipment & facilities at Rhino's are one of the reasons I have improved and achieved what I have so far in these past 2 years. Its perfect for my sport and has an amazing atmosphere which makes it even better to train there”

Please join me in congratulating Martin on winning the member of the month award.

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October 2015

I am delighted to announce Luke Morrison as the very worthy winner of this months award.

Luke has been a guest personal trainer since we opened and always supports Rhino's wherever possible.

Luke's boot camp circuits are always well attended and fun.

He has supported Rhino's on many occasions :- once when returning from holiday, badly jet lagged, he put on a class the next day free of charge to attract many members as we were shooting the gym promo video , he has also helped out behind reception.

He promotes the gym on social media well, thank you.

September 2015

I am delighted to announce Tom Edmunds as the very worthy winner of Member of the Month for September.

Tom is a long standing member at Rhino's who simply just gets on with his training without any fuss or drama.

He trains not only very hard and intense but with real thought and purpose.

Tom is a very educated bodybuilder and can often be seen in the gym trying new and interesting techniques. He is also very knowledgable on diet and nutrition.

All of this has resulted in Tom making significant gains and developing a great physique, which he keeps in very good condition all year round.

He has also volunteered, without asking, to offer reception cover if required.

Tom plans to compete in Natural Bodybuilding in the future and we wish him well and offer him every support he needs.

Please join me in congratulating Tom on winning this months award.

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August 2015

I am delighted to announce Nicola Thomas as the member of the month for August.

Nicola has been a Rhino's member since we opened.

She has been competing in Bodybuilding Shows since 2007 and has competed in NABBA, UKBFF & NPA Federations. And won the UKBFF Cumbria Classic last year.

Nicola trains incredibly hard and is a true inspiration often seen in the gym up-to three times a day whilst preparing for forthcoming shows.

She is currently preparing to compete at the UKBFF Competition in Leicester, next Sunday the 13th of September, in the Masters Body Fitness Category, she is in incredible shape and will undoubtebly qualify for the British Championships on October the 3rd.

Nicola is also a very well respected personal trainer at Rhino's

Please join me in congratulating Nicola in a very well deserved award and wish her all the best for her upcoming competitions.

July 2015

I am delighted to announce that Portia Barford is the member of the month for July.

Portia has been a Rhino's member since we first opened in June 2013

She consistently trains hard, often with her friend Jo as well as on her own, making great improvements.

Portia is happy to have a go at new training techniques and holds the current ladies deadlift U60kg record with a lift of 112.5kg which was lifted with ease.

A very pleasant character, never moaning just enjoying her training.

Please join me in congratulating Portia on a well deserved award.

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May 2015

It gives me great pleasure to announce Adam Maddock as Rhino's Member of the Month for May.

Adam is a long serving member of Rhino's who trains consistently hard and has got himself in great shape.

He helped with the set up of the Outside Gym with laying of concrete and suppling of hardcore and gravel as well as other gym improvements.

He will always lend a hand.

He consistently support the gym.

Adam is a real nice guy, a true 'gentle giant' always willing to help.

Adam's wife Jordane also attends Rhino's

April 2015

This months award goes to Darren Lambert.

Darren has been a member of Rhino's since we first opened.

He has helped greatly in the set up and equipping of the outside gym, manufacturing items such as a log press, farmers walk bars, fingals finger tube & bracket, landrover pull anchor bracket and supplying new atlas stone barrels.

During the two years we have been open Darren has made significant strength gains.

Darren's wife Alison also attends Rhino's

Please join me in congratulating Darren on winning the award this month.

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March 2015

It gives me great pleasure to announce James Harrison as Rhino's Member of the Month for March.

James is a long serving member of Rhino's with a truly remarkable story.

James has Cerebal Palsy and over the course of the last year he has completely transformed his physique. Through proper training techniques he has corrected a twisted spine. He has also become a heavyweight boxer.

He has undertaken self learning, always asks for and listens to advice as well as obtaining his gym instructor and personal trainer qualifications.

James has a very un-assuming character and is always willing to help others in the gym.

A model young man who is committed to his training and helping others.

James is off to University in September to further his career in the fitness industry, please join me in wishing him every success.

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February 2015

It gives me great pleasure to announce Tricia Porter as Rhino's Member of the Month for February.

Tricia is a long serving member of Rhino's who trains consistently hard.

She has lost over a stone in weight, increased her lifts and improved her physique considerably.

Tricia supports many of Rhino's classes including boot camp, ladies circuits etc. and is not afraid to have a go at anything new.

She has done the Rat Race twice and ran four half marathons.

She also encourages her daughter Nicolle to attend the gym.

January 2015

It gives me great pleasure to announce the very first 'Member of the Month'

This was a very difficult decision with so many worthy contenders:-

Many members, both young and old, men and women, have made great personal gains and improved their fitness & physique.

Members have supported the improvement and development of Rhino's on projects such as the outside gym giving either their time or providing equipment, or both.

Members have supported all aspects of Rhino's whether it be training regularly, supporting classes, supporting Rhinos Tours, promoting Rhino's on social media and via word of mouth, organising charity events, introducing friends or family to the gym, spreading Rhinos name through fitness events such as obstacle course events or bodybuilding events.

The list goes on, or it may be simply by helping and assisting a fellow member.

Rest assured, no one's efforts have gone un-noticed and we are truly grateful for any support members give no matter how large or small.

Over the coming months it will be great to recognise those efforts with this prestigious trophy, with some potential unsung heroes.

Someone whose embraces all of the above and more, whose support and loyalty to Rhino's is unprecedented is Liam Tate, who I am delighted to announce as the winner for January 2015

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