Meet your coach
I know what it feels like to start behind.
I’m Myles Harrison, a Level 4 strength and conditioning coach. I coach everyday people and athletes at Gym Etc in Congleton, and online.
My story
I wasn’t always the “fitness guy”.
Growing up, I struggled with my weight and was often the target of bullying. Sports didn’t come naturally to me, and I always felt like I was playing catch-up with everyone else. The only thing I really enjoyed back then was football, but even then, I never felt like the most athletic player on the pitch.
Everything started to change when I was 17. My grandad, who had been a bodybuilder back in his day, took me under his wing. He put me through some brutal early training sessions, but those lessons stuck with me. For the first time, I began to enjoy the process of training, getting stronger, fitter, and realising what my body could do.
I went to university to study art, but after a serious football injury left me with a broken leg, my focus completely shifted. The rehab process was tough, but I found it fascinating. I threw myself into learning about strength, conditioning, and recovery. What started as a setback turned into my purpose.
Fast forward to today: I’ve been a personal trainer and a strength & conditioning coach since 2018. I’ve worked with everyday people, athletes, and football clubs, and I’ve loved every second of it.
But here’s the important bit: I don’t believe in quick fixes or one-size-fits-all training. My coaching is about helping people believe in themselves, build confidence in the gym, and make real, lasting progress. Whether you’re stepping into the gym for the first time or looking to push your performance as an athlete, I’ve been where you are. I know how it feels to doubt yourself, and I know what it takes to move past that.
MH Performance is built on that philosophy: no gimmicks, no shortcuts, just the right training, guidance, and support to help you get where you want to be.
How I coach
How I coach, in four rules.
There is no magic exercise. Good coaching is making the right decisions consistently and explaining why they matter.
Purpose first
Every exercise and phase needs a clear job.
Quality movement
Technique and control come before chasing load.
Measured progress
The programme changes when the evidence says it should.
Built around you
Your goals, history and life shape the plan.
Experience & qualifications
The qualifications bit.
On the pitch. In the programme.
Football coaching experience
Experience as a player and coach helps me build training around the demands of football: technical sessions, match days and recovery.

Congleton Vale FC
Player-coach
2024–present
Stockport County Ladies FC
Strength & Conditioning Coach
2026–present
Congleton Town FC Reserves
Strength & Conditioning Coach
2022–2023Work with me
Two ways to get coached.
In the gym with me, or online. Same coach, same standards.
In-Person Coaching
Train individually or with one other person and get real-time feedback on technique, movement and loading.
- Programme built around your goals
- Hands-on coaching and feedback
- Clear progression and accountability
Online Coaching
Structured programming and expert feedback wherever you train, without needing face-to-face sessions.
- Individual training programme
- Video technique feedback
- Programme adjustments and support
Client experiences
Don't just take my word for it.
Here is what clients say about training with me.
Explore Client Results →Ready when you are
Let’s make your training go somewhere.
Tell me what you are working towards. I will recommend the coaching option that fits best, without the hard sell.
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