# Lauren Shand Fitness

Lauren Shand is an Edinburgh-based personal trainer and online coach specialising in strength training with a refreshingly different philosophy. Rather than perpetuating diet culture and restrictive approaches, Lauren helps clients build lasting confidence through movement that genuinely fits their lives and bodies.

With over three years' industry experience, she's coached hundreds of women through transformative fitness journeys. Her expertise spans complete beginners through to advanced lifters, powerlifting enthusiasts, and those navigating movement during or after pregnancy. What truly sets Lauren apart is her holistic approach—combining strength programming with intuitive nutrition support and habit-building, without guilt or obsession.

Lauren serves women, non-binary, and trans individuals seeking sustainable change. Her clients consistently report enjoying exercise for the first time, thinking about fitness in healthier ways whilst still making genuine progress, and feeling genuinely empowered rather than restricted.

She offers three flexible coaching options: one-to-one personal training for bespoke, in-person guidance; small group sessions (maximum three people) combining accountability with community energy; and fully remote online coaching for those anywhere in the world. Every option includes ongoing support beyond just workouts—nutrition advice, habit formation, and lifestyle coaching feature throughout.

The testimonials speak volumes: clients who came for weight loss discovered confidence and capability; gym-avoiders now look forward to sessions; lifters have doubled their volume and strength. Lauren's free initial consultation removes barriers to starting this different kind of fitness journey.