James Smith (fitness influencer)

James Smith (born 1989) is an England-born personal trainer and social media influencer best known for posting fitness advice videos across various platforms. Described by The Times as "one of the most sought-after personal trainers in the world", Smith is best known for his frank social media presence, which has attracted a significant following.[1] Smith has a following of 1.7 million users on TikTok[2] and one million on Instagram.[3] Smith has struggled with body image issues and briefly used anabolic steroids before ceasing after experiencing negative side effects and concerns about his future health.[4] Smith is the author of three books. His first book, Not a Diet Book, became a best-seller, reaching first place in the Amazon, Audible and Apple eBook charts.[5]

James Smith
Born1989
NationalityBritish
EducationHartpury College
Occupation(s)Social media influencer, personal trainer, author
Years active2015 - present

Background

Originally from Winkfield, Smith moved to Sydney, Australia, in 2016.[6] Smith operates an online personal training business named "James Smith Academy," which creates online training plans for users. Smith was at one point enrolled at Hartpury College; however, he was asked to leave the institution after he failed to attend classes.[7]

Works
  • Smith, James (2020). Not a Diet Book. HarperCollins. ISBN 9780008374297.
  • Smith, James (2020). Not a Life Coach. HarperCollins. ISBN 9780008404826.
  • Smith, James (2022). How To Be Confident. HarperCollins. ISBN 9780008536459.

References
  1. Beaty, Zoe (2023-06-15). "Meet James Smith, the personal trainer changing the way you think about fitness". The Times. ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved 2023-06-15.
  2. McBride, Nicole (2023-03-01). "Top social media influencers from Berkshire". Reading Chronicle. Retrieved 2023-06-15.
  3. Prideaux, Sophie (2022-10-28). "Instagram personal trainer James Smith talks tough on fitness — and he refuses to change". The National. Retrieved 2023-06-15.
  4. Ali, Ghada; Tong, Karen (2023-03-22). "James was the 'fat kid' in school. This led to body image issues and steroid use in his 20s". ABC News. Retrieved 2023-06-15.
  5. Goddard, Sophie (2020-01-30). "My no-BS fitness rules, by James Smith". Marie Claire. Retrieved 2023-06-15.
  6. McBride, Nicole (2022-12-24). "Personal trainer goes viral with 'inspirational' Bracknell TikTok on 'dead-end' job". Bracknell News. Retrieved 2023-06-15.
  7. Horton, Kim (2018-05-05). "College drop out goes viral for his personal training videos". GloucestershireLive. Retrieved 2023-06-15.
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