Jake Huckerby

Jake loves sport so much he spent 3 years studying a sports science degree at university before qualifying as a personal trainer. He is also footy fanatic and can’t resist a banging burger… so much so he has his own insta page dedicated to rating burgers around the island! Jake is super passionate about helping people on their fitness journey and building their confidence.

“I really like to motivate people and it is great when you see clients push through their boundaries. My role is to encourage, drive and help people in my sessions to believe that they can do it. Often people are surprised that they can achieve more than they think they can. When you train with a PT you can always keep going and train harder!”

Jake believes that it isn’t about the way you look, it is about the way you feel, and everyone is welcome. Whether you want to build muscle, maintain fitness, lose weight, or if you are working towards a personal fitness goal, Jake can work with you to help you achieve your ambitions. For him, it is about finding ways to build fitness into your lifestyle, in an achievable way.

“I really am passionate about having an impact on people’s lives. My favourite motivational catchphrase is stolen from the legend Michael Jordan: ‘Some people want it to happen. Some wish it would happen. Others make it happen.’ This is how I approach everything I do.”

Jake wants people to enjoy themselves when they work out, “I think the Funktion gym is really inclusive, in terms of its culture and the layout of the space itself. There are different groups and individuals all training at any one time. There is plenty of banter and fun. I love it!”

Jake takes 1:2:1 sessions, group classes and he can also deliver online training if that is more convenient.

Here are some fun facts about Jake:

Best dance move: I go out clubbing with my friends, but you are more likely to find me at the bar than dancing to be honest.

Favourite neon colour: Pink 

Favourite tune to work out to: Everybody wants to rule the world – Tears for Fears

Girl crush: Scarlett Johansen.

Boy crush: Chris Hemsworth

What do people not know about you? : I love to eat pickles from a jar. If I go to McDonalds – I order extra pickles on my burger.

“I really enjoy bootcamp each morning, and I train with a group who are between the ages of 25 and 62; it’s fantastic. All the trainers are so enthusiastic, welcoming and they get the best out of you.”

Andy
“As a ‘plus size’ woman, it can be intimidating to go to a gym for fear of being judged. In the past, I have worked with PTs who have made the assumption that my goal is purely weight loss, which is pretty patronising when my actual goals are around strength, mobility and confidence! It’s not everyone’s goal to simply get skinny! Funktion has tailored a programme bespoke to me and my goals, without a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach.”

Steph
“I keep coming back to Funktion because I get results. I’m fitter, stronger and better than I would be otherwise and have less pain from injuries. The functional rehab training I have received is phenomenal. I have gone from being on crutches to extreme sports.”

Robin
“If you want a tailored individual approach and want immediate impact, then you should come to Funktion. The personal trainers’ combined knowledge is exceptional.”

Neil
“I was recommended Funktion by a physio to assist with some strength and conditioning as I had a bad back from too much office chair sitting. Through innovative sessions I have seen amazing results and have had no concerns in the last couple of years.”

Tom
“I think Funktion Fitness is a winner because of the professional yet fun approach of the PT team.”

Jane

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