100 Facts About Me

I’m Gary Clements — a 45-year-old university-qualified health, nutrition, and exercise coach from Northamptonshire, UK. After more than 20 years working as a carpenter in the building trade, I’ve transitioned into becoming an online health coach in the UK, helping people with sustainable fat loss, nutrition, and long-term lifestyle change. My own journey has included binge eating disorder, yo-yo dieting, and losing over 100 lbs — experiences that now fuel my work in providing honest binge eating support and realistic health coaching. What follows are 100 facts about me: raw, relatable, and proof that better health is possible without perfection.

• I’m Gary Clements, 45 years old, based in Northamptonshire, UK.
• I’m a qualified health, nutrition, and exercise coach (AfN-accredited).
• I’ve worked over 20 years in the building trade as a carpenter.
• I’m now transitioning into full-time health coaching.
• I’ve battled binge eating disorder and speak openly about it.
• I’m not a guru — just a relatable, working-class coach.
• I’m honest, even when it’s uncomfortable.
• I value growth in all areas of life — physical, mental, and emotional.
• I’m more introverted than people think, but I hide it well.
• I believe in empathy and evidence equally.

• I’ve lost over 100 lbs from my heaviest to my lightest (280 lbs to 179 lbs).
• Right now, I’m 210 lbs and aiming for 190 lbs long-term.
• In 2014 I dropped from 280 lbs to 212 lbs — the wrong way.
• During COVID, I got down to 179 lbs — my lowest weight.
• I’ve yo-yoed, rebounded, and restarted more times than I can count.
• For the first time ever, I feel I’ll never bounce back again.
• I’m living proof that fat loss is messy but possible.
• I’ve learned sustainable change beats crash diets every time.
• I know NEAT (non-exercise activity) is as powerful as gym sessions.
• I’m proud that health is now my lifestyle, not just a phase.

• I post daily as part of a 1000-day mission.
• I track progress with photos, videos, and written reflections.
• I help people build small daily wins into long-term change.
• I teach sustainable fat loss and healthy habits.
• I use evidence-based coaching, not fads or gimmicks.
• I create content for Instagram, TikTok, and soon YouTube.
• I speak like a regular bloke — no jargon, no BS.
• I’m already coaching friends and making an impact.
• I talk about mental health as much as physical health.
• I’ve built my own brand from scratch — one post at a time.

• Tracking progress works — whether it’s calories, steps, or habits. 
• You don’t need perfection, you need consistency.
• Starting scrappy is better than waiting for perfection.
• Small wins stacked up over time lead to big results.
• Self-awareness beats self-judgment.
• Fast food isn’t evil — context matters.
• Shame kills progress more than any food choice.
• The gym can be therapy.
• Walking is underrated medicine.
• Health isn’t one-size-fits-all.

• I’ve been tracking macros for years.
• My diet naturally leans high-protein.
• I love burgers and pizza — and still stay on track.
• I eat plenty of red meat and follow the research.
• I keep food simple but I’m learning more home cooking.
• I’m not a huge fan of fruit, but I’ll whack a smoothie down most days. 
• I take creatine, magnesium, vitamin D, ashwagandha, and omega-3.
• I believe resistance training is the backbone of fat loss.
• I’m working on improving my cardio and VO2 max.
• I value sleep as much as training and nutrition — but it’s still my weak point.

• I coach without shame or judgment.
• I speak to my audience like old mates.
• I avoid “six-week shred” culture.
• I call out health myths and misinformation.
• I share my own struggles so others feel less alone.
• I don’t pretend to be perfect.
• I believe connection matters more than perfection.
• I use both science and storytelling in my posts.
• I create tools like checklists and systems to simplify health.
• I value trust over flashy marketing.

• Carpentry taught me resilience and graft.
• I’ve worked in brutal conditions and kept going.
• I’m not afraid of hard work or hard truths.
• I’m proud of the skills I built in the trade.
• I know how tough physical work can be on health.
• I’ve rebuilt furniture — and parts of myself.
• I’m designing a lifestyle, not just a business.
• I’m motivated by meaning, not just money.
• I believe career changes are never too late.
• I’m building the next chapter of life, one day at a time.

• I’m in a long-term relationship and feel lucky that we met.
• My mum and dad were there when I graduated — and I’ll never forget it.
• I’m a proud Spurs fan (which teaches pain and patience).
• My favourite band is Tool.
• I once saw Oasis three nights in a row.
• I don’t drink much alcohol anymore.
• I love cars, especially hot hatches — Currently driving a Mini Cooper S.
• I’m a tea drinker at heart, though I can enjoy coffee in the morning.
• I crave the peace of Cornwall and coastal walks. 
• I’m heavily tattooed — ink has helped me accept and even love my body.

• I’m obsessed with systems that turn chaos into order. 
• I love notebooks, folders, and spreadsheets.
• I’m logical and numbers-driven — it keeps me grounded.
• I believe clarity matters in sound and in life.
• I value consistency over intensity.
• I’m learning to forgive myself quicker than before.
• I believe in rest, not quitting.
• I’m learning to slow down, not just grind.
• I keep promises — especially to myself.
• I aim to grow a little every day.

• I’m a morning person.
• I prefer training alone with headphones.
• I secretly enjoy decluttering and organising.
• I post my food whether it looks “healthy” or not.
• I geek out over sound systems and headphones.
• I’ve had nights of heavy metal and mornings of meditation.
• I can write like a poet when I slow down.
• I believe humour belongs in health coaching.
• I’m building a brand that stands for honesty and heart.
• Above all, I’m doing this for the guy I used to be.

That’s me in 100 facts — not polished, not perfect, just real. I believe health coaching should be built on evidence-based nutrition, sustainable fat loss strategies, and empathy for struggles like binge eating and self-doubt. If you’re looking for a UK health coach online who understands the highs and lows because he’s lived them, you’ve found the right bloke. Stick around — I’ll keep showing up daily with coaching, tools, and content to make health simple, sustainable, and shame-free.