Josh SUMMERSGILL
Olympic Weightlifting Coach
Expert Olympic Weightlifting, strength and nutrition coaching for all levels. From building lifelong strength to achieving competitive success.
About Me
My name is Josh Summersgill, and I’m a British Masters Weightlifting Champion and Olympic Weightlifting Coach based in Warrington.
With over 12 years of coaching experience, British Weightlifting Level 1, 2 and 3 qualifications, and more than 600 athletes coached, I’ve helped everyone from complete beginners to British Champions achieve their goals.
I believe strength training should improve your life, not take it over. Whether you’re over 40 and looking to stay strong, mobile and capable for decades to come, or you’re an athlete chasing competitive success, my coaching is built around you.
I continue to compete internationally myself, most recently at the World Masters Championships in Athens. That experience, combined with my coaching knowledge, shapes the programmes I create.
My Coaching Philosophy
“Nobody has the right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. It is a shame for any person to grow old without seeing the beauty and strength of which their body is capable.”
— Socrates
Your Training Goals
1. Lifters 40+ Training for Longevity & Strength
You want to stay strong, mobile, and capable as you get older. You’re not necessarily competing — you’re training to feel younger, move better, maintain muscle and bone density, and enjoy an active life for decades to come.
“I started training with Josh about 4 years ago after struggling to find a trainer who could take me beyond just lifting heavier weights. He fixed mobility issues that were limiting my squat, and I’ve now progressed to Olympic lifts I never thought possible.
At 59 I feel stronger, move better, and genuinely like what my body can do. Training with Josh has been about so much more than lifting.”
Sam Pedder, 59
2. Competitive & Performance-Focused Athletes
You want to improve your Olympic lifts, chase bigger numbers, or step out onto the competition platform. You’re looking for well structured, high-performance programming with clear effective progression.
“Josh makes the program fun and enjoyable while still keeping a clear focus on proper periodisation throughout the year. He adapts the programming when I’m away on holiday or have limited equipment, which makes it easy to stay consistent.
Working with Josh has taken my lifting to the next level — he guided me to become both English and British Masters Champion. His coaching is thoughtful, flexible, and genuinely effective.”
Darren, British Masters Champion
Whether you’re over 40 and training for long-term health and strength, or you’re aiming to compete, we create fully personalised programmes that actually work for your life and goals.
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ONLINE COACHING
Expert coaching. Structured progression. Built around you.
General Weightlifting Programming
Structured Olympic weightlifting programming for independent lifters who want clear direction and consistent progression.
- Rolling weightlifting programme
- Percentage-based training sessions
- Structured progression
- Train independently
Individualised Weightlifting Coaching
Personalised weightlifting coaching built around your goals, training and individual progress.
- Fully individualised programming
- Ongoing training adjustments
- Weekly technique analysis and check-ins
- Direct messaging support
- Competition preparation
Nutrition Coaching
Practical, personalised nutrition coaching to help you achieve your goals and build sustainable habits.
- Personalised calories and macros
- Weekly WhatsApp check-ins
- Progress reviews and adjustments
- One monthly coaching call, up to 30 minutes
Complete Coaching
Individualised weightlifting coaching and personalised nutrition support, working together towards your goals.
- All individualised coaching features
- Personalised nutrition targets
- Weekly training and nutrition check-ins
- Direct messaging support
- One monthly nutrition coaching call
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IN-PERSON COACHING
Personalised one-to-one coaching at AMG Lifting Lab in Warrington.
Private Coaching
Work directly with me to develop your strength, improve your weightlifting technique and make consistent progress towards your goals.
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8-WEEK NUTRITION RESET
Stop guessing. Understand your nutrition. Build habits that actually last.
Tired of Starting Over?
If you're struggling to lose weight,
confused by calories and macros,
or constantly jumping between diets,
this course is designed for you.
Over eight weeks, you'll learn how to
manage your nutrition with confidence,
make better decisions around food,
and build a sustainable approach
that fits your lifestyle.
- ✓ Understand calories and macros without unnecessary confusion.
- ✓ Receive personalised calorie and macro targets.
- ✓ Learn how to make better food choices without restrictive dieting.
- ✓ Build habits around movement, recovery and meal structure.
- ✓ Get eight weekly video lessons, practical PDF guides and resources.
- ✓ Stay accountable with weekly check-ins and WhatsApp group support.
Join the waitlist to receive details when enrolment opens. No commitment required.
OUR TRAINING FACILITY
Based at AMG Lifting Lab in Warrington, I provide professional one-to-one coaching in a dedicated strength and Olympic Weightlifting environment.
With competition-standard platforms, barbells and equipment, the facility provides everything needed to develop strength, improve technique and progress towards your goals.
Whether you’re new to weightlifting or an experienced athlete, you’ll train in a supportive environment with coaching tailored to your individual needs.
RESOURCES & MEDIA
Moving The Needle (My Book)
In Moving The Needle, I share the powerful mindset lessons I’ve learned from 12+ years of coaching and competing in Olympic Weightlifting. It explores how the principles we apply in the gym — discipline, resilience, and continuous improvement — can transform everyday life.
The WOD Pod – S4 EP005 Josh Summersgill: The Weightlifting British Champion & Record Holder
I had the pleasure of joining The WOD Pod to talk about my journey in Olympic Weightlifting, what I’ve learned through competing, and how those lessons have shaped my coaching.
We discussed the mindset behind training, the realities of trying to improve at any age, and building a coaching business around Olympic Weightlifting.
Local Heroes Podcast – Episode 6
I had the opportunity to join the Local Heroes Podcast for a relaxed conversation about my journey — from martial arts and CrossFit into Olympic Weightlifting, and building my coaching practice.
We talked about some funny stories along the way (including a few mishaps), the importance of community, proper technique, discipline, and how I try to balance training, coaching, and family life.
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GET STARTED
READY TO GET STRONGER?
Whether you’re looking to improve your Olympic Weightlifting, build lifelong strength, or take control of your nutrition, JS Weightlifting offers expert coaching tailored to your goals.
Ready to get started? Complete the short application below and I’ll personally be in touch to discuss how we can work together.