You've been told you need to sacrifice everything to get fit

What If You Could Stop Feeling Like You're Disappearing and Start Showing Up as the Man You Want to Be?

No 90-minute gym sessions. No rigid meal plans. No choosing between being a dad and being fit.

Here's how I help busy dads build bodies that last, without the sacrifice.

6 day bro splits, 5 small meals a day and an hours cardio a day...

That's what the industry drilled into me when I was in my 20s, and for years, that's what i went with.

But when Raffy was born and life turned into beautiful chaos, that belief knocked me on my flat on my arse.

Thats when it all changed for me, and just like that I was faced with impossible choices:

Be a present dad, or be in decent shape. Build a career, or build my body. White knuckle the stress, or look after myself.

Missed workouts. Guilt. Feeling like a failure.

It wasn't for the want of effort, I was trying to live up to a system designed for my 20's when I had no responsibilities.

That'd when I realised that the problem wasn’t 100% just me.

THE OLD WAYS DIDN'T WORK ANYMORE

It was the plan.

Rigid programs that didn't bend with my 40-year-old dad life, with nothing but responsibility, were killing my confidence.

And here's what I finally understood:

Fitness should make me stronger and give me more to offer my family, not take me away from them.

All I wanted was to show up fitter, sharper, more present, and to live stronger for longer.

But the programs I'd been following? They weren't built for that.

So I Built Something Different, Something that Fit With My New Life.

If you're at the same point in life, mate, picture this:

You can stay stuck in the old way, where every missed session chips away at your energy, patience, and self-belief.

Or you can adopt a new approach.

In 8 weeks, you'll be lighter, stronger, more consistent, and you'll do it without missing bath time, date night, or family memories.

So Here's What I Buit

What if 8 weeks from now...

You'd dropped 7-12lbs, started showing up with more patience for your kids, felt genuinely confident in yourself again, and had the energy to be present instead of just surviving the day - all while still doing school runs, bath time, and Friday night takeaway?

The getting leaner, stronger, and more energised? Those are just the side effects of finally living well.

This is what The Fit Dad Launchpad is built for.

An 8-week coaching program designed for busy dads who want to get fit without turning life upside down.

Get Involved TODAY and You'll Get

  • Workouts that fit around your double busy life: 2-3x a week, all under 45 mins, delivered thorough my private training app. You burn fat, build strength & still keep family time sacred.

  • A flexible and structured 8 week, workout, nutrition and accountability program. You'll have no guesswork, . Every week we'll build momentum. You’ll feel focused, proud of yourself & 100% confident again.

  • Real time coaching & support, with exercise form checks every week. Lifestyle & progress audits every 2 weeks, so you’ll always know exactly what’s working and we’ll adjust what’s not.

  • Nutrition done the dad way. Learn how to eat like a human that enjoys the food you eat, not more food as dry as Gandhi's flip flop, with cheat sheets, meal guides, food prep tutorials & tools that make it simple to stay consistent.

And there's more

  • A private online community. A weekly Q&A session & Lifetime access to The Fit Dad Launchpad portal: 58+ chapters of tools, guides & videos to guide you through any and every challenge you'll come up against in your fitness journey.

This isn’t a “quick shred plan.”

You don't have to trade in your life for the results.

It’s a launchpad for the rest of your life.

8 Weeks From Now

You’ll be lighter, stronger & more consistent, without giving up weekends, work, or being a present dad.

And At Last Mate, You’ll Finally Have Everything You Need To Start Transforming Your Body And Mind!

Real Dads Real Results

These dads were exactly where you are now: stuck, tired, and done with programs that don't work. Here's what happened when they committed to 8 weeks.

Ryan Bready - Busy entrepreneur

Ryan's Struggle - Constant lack of time

Dropped 9kg in 8 weeks and trained consistently for the first time in years

"It's the best decision I've made in years. Rick's not just a trainer but a coach who cares and listens."

Alex Kuru - Podcaster & Superhero Dad

Alex's Struggle - Inconsistent training

Gained 4kg of muscle in 8 weeks and learned how to build his own sessions

"I've the confidence to make better choices and understand how to make the most of my time so that I can stay consistent with my workouts."

Don't just take my word for it, I'm going to tell you it's mega all day

Here's What Dads Just Like You Are Saying

Real men. Real struggles. Real results. Without the bullshit.

Dave's Struggle - Weight gain, avoiding mirrors

"Game Changer for My Fitness Journey!"

"I’ve trained with Rick for a number of years now having been a couch potato for too many years. Rick makes you think differently-not to beat yourself up or look back but always to move forwards."

- David Lawson

Toms's Struggle - Mental overload and stress

"Effective Workouts with Real Results!"

 "You’ll never regret working with Rick and having someone as experienced and knowledgeable as Rick. He’s not just a trainer but a coach who gives a shit and listens. In a previous life I was a Professional Footballer, I was fit because of my job, after my career finished I needed the help to transition into life after football without piling on the weight. I’m so happy with the progress I’ve made and definitely want to continue that. "

- Tom Kennedy

Chris's Struggle - Confused on what works for his life

"Best Fitness Course I’ve Ever Tried!"

 "I’ve worked with Rick for over a year now, losing over a stone in weight after first completing The Fit Dad Launchpad programme. Rick's coaching in terms of building a nutrition routine and training program that fits around your busy day is invaluable and I would encourage anyone with weight loss goals to work with Rick."

- Chris Walsh

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