Coach Cooney Reviews 18

When I first started working with David, I have never really committed to going to the gym. Having only been a few times before I stuck to the treadmill or exercise bike, as quite simply I didn't know how to use anything else.
Through working with David, he unlocked a passion for health and fitness in me that I never knew I had.
My initial goals were to get fitter and lose weight, which he made surprisingly easy despite numerous previous failed attempts. He understood my busy lifestyle, and tailored my programming around it. I lost over 10kg.
As my confidence and competence increased, so did my programming, progressing to heavier weights, more complex exercises, and pushing me to my limits (which is what I asked for). All with the qualities he's well known for, friendly, approachable, supportive, and believing in me whenever I doubted myself. He was there every step of the way, helped me overcome every obstacle, and encouraged me to achieve far more than I ever set out to do.
Along the way, I also discovered a love for running. Having previously struggled to run for a bus, this wasn't something I ever thought I'd catch myself saying, but once again we starting from the beginning, gradually clocking up more miles, and picking up speed, leading to me taking part in several half marathons and eventually a marathon.
He is genuinely the kindest, most supportive person you can have the fortune of working with, not to mention extremely passionate about what he does, exuding enthusiasm, and a knowledge that astounds me. He keeps things simple so that you don't even have to think about it, everything was genuinely tailored to me, and it's all so easy through the app, with quick responses and an amazing video library, which I relied upon frequently in the early days.
The term life changing is often over-used but in this instance it was nothing short of that.He has given me the knowledge, skills, and encouraged the discipline to make this a sustainable change to my lifestyle.
I have recommended David to many of me friends, who have also had amazing results, whatever your current ability or goal, you won't find anyone better!

I have just done a 12 week coaching plan with David and it’s been fantastic. David is so personal when it comes to his feedback and coaching. I am one of those clients who gives so much feedback after gym sessions and always asking questions (sorry David!), but he is so responsive and thorough in his responses.
The 12 week plan has really given me my spark back after getting injured earlier this year and feeling generally low. My nutrition has improved, my motivation and drive in the gym has improved and I can see lots of physical changes just from 12 weeks.
I couldn’t recommend David enough. As a female who finds it difficult to work training and nutrition around my complex endometriosis, David has been a breath of fresh air and a god send. Top coach ⭐️
Thank you David

I’ve spent the last 12 weeks working with Cooney and I can’t recommend him highly enough. His level of knowledge is excellent, and it really shows in how effective and well-structured the training plans are. Not only have I made huge physical changes in that 12-week period, but my mindset and confidence have completely changed for the better.

Cooney is incredibly motivational and supportive, always pushing me to do my best whilst making the process enjoyable and realistic. Also the app is really easy to use, which makes tracking workouts and progress simple and stress-free, and the training plan is genuinely enjoyable to follow.

If you’re looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive coach, Cooney is the one!

I’ve just completed a 12-week coaching programme with Coach Cooney, and I can honestly say it has been one of the best decisions.

Having previously worked with Coach Cooney, I knew from day one, he was supportive, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. The training plans were clear, challenging but achievable. I never once felt overwhelmed or left to figure things out on my own – the guidance and accountability were always there.

Not only have I seen results physically, but my mindset around fitness and consistency has completely changed. Coach Cooney genuinely cares about your progress and pushes you in a way that makes you want to be better

If you’re serious about transforming your body and your confidence, I couldn’t recommend Coach Cooney highly enough.

He was my PT for over a year and in that time I had gone from not being able to complete a 5k but to be able to run a marathon!

He hasn’t just supported me in my journey but helped build me to be independent and fitness focused forever, since going solo I’ve maintained the weight loss plan, run 3 times a week and hit the gym 3 times a week, using the skills and knowledge David helped me gain!

By far the BEST coach I have had. And I have had a fair few during my time in the industry.

Coach Cooney is fully invested in YOUR goals and ensures that your programme is tailored to you (no ‘one size fits all’)

My running has come on leaps and bounds in the last 8 months and I have full trust that he will guide me over the finish line in my 1st marathon next year!

If you’re looking for a coach… this is him! Take my word for it, you won’t be disappointed!

I've been dieting for far too long and going to the gym sporadically. I have had great results in terms of weight loss, but my progress, performance, and energy at the gym were abysmally low, and I still didn’t look like how I wanted.

I didn’t click with the local coaches at my gym, so I reached out to a few other online coaches, but I didn’t have a great experience with them either. I was a bit hesitant when I reached out to David, but it turned out to be the BEST decision I made for my fitness journey.

I felt his energy and positivity from the moment we first chatted online. He designed a bespoke training plan that fits my needs and working schedule. Along with dietary adjustments, I was able to perform at the gym without fear of weight gain. All of David's communication has been through the TrueCoach app. He sends video-recorded, detailed feedback on every workout and provides timely responses to direct messages.

He carefully modified my workouts with progressive overload, changed the exercises when needed, and provided clear instructions on how to perform each exercise, along with a video of him demonstrating the movement. His check-ins included a comprehensive review of how the week went, planning ahead for any anticipated events (such as trips or social gatherings), and incorporating all my feedback for the week ahead. Having Coach Cooney removed all the guesswork and made me focus on showing up and getting it done.

Coach Cooney is not an influencer who tries to be a coach. He is genuinely fantastic at what he does and genuinely cares about his clients; his service is just the best. You can truly feel the emotional connection with David, as if you're talking to a close friend who is always there to cheer you on!

I'm not even a client of David's however he has still gone out of his way to help me numerous times without accepting any payment in return. He's a really nice guy and all he wants to do is help people. If I was in a financial situation where I could afford a PT, I would 100% use Coach Cooney.

Had a short but sweet strength programme with Coach Cooney. From the very first voice note he left me, it was obvious the passion he has for coaching, the commitment he puts into his business and the honesty & transparency that go so far in breaking down that online barrier.

David is so personable, with a real focus on you as an individual, no cookie cutter plans here, it's built around you and your lifestyle.

One of the best decisions I made was signing with Coach Cooney, he gave me the confidence and impetus to dig myself out of a hole, grasp the moment and begin to realise my potential 🙏

David is a fantastic coach!

I've been training for a few years now and whilst i've seen progress, i've had an an exponentially positive change in my strength training and body composition in such a short amount of time. He's hands on, gives detailed feedback and is prompt and detailed in his feedback/support.

I have worked with Coach Cooney (David) on two occasions, with both being very successful in terms of weight loss.

Coach Cooney has all the qualities you could ever want from an online coach, whether you're wanting to lose weight or build lean muscle.

He's extremely knowledgeable, he's personable, he's a good laugh, he loves what he does, and, most importantly, he cares.

You don't need to take my word for it as the results and reviews speak for themselves.

If you're looking for an online coach, Coach Cooney is your man!

I've been working with Coach Cooney for over 2.5 years and he is an amazing PT and coach.

David's enthusiasm is infectious and he makes your goals his goals, he's always on hand to reply to messages or send you a video reply, and to give you encouragement or feedback. Also he explains things to you in a way you can understand to help you learn about training and nutrition to help you make changes. He is incredibly knowledgeable and it shows through his training as he consistently gets results.

He is an amazing person, and he's so positive and supportive. He also reviews your progress and exercises regularly, so even though he's online you know he's there to support you.

I can't recommend him highly enough, signing up to having him as my PT was one of the best decisions I've ever made!

I have been with Coach Cooney for 5/6 months now and he is absolutely amazing. He explains everything to me so I understand a little better. I am super grateful to have him as my coach and it is the best thing I ever did. Coach Cooney from the bottom of my heart thank you so very much for anything.

My goal for 2025 was to run a marathon. I would run occasionally and go to the gym, but my training was unstructured and I felt as if I was stuck on a hamster-wheel with no results to show for my work.

I came across Coach Cooney’s Instagram page by chance one day, and after checking out his content, I knew immediately that this was the man who was going to help me achieve my goals.

I reached out to David, and after a quick consultation, I had my goal defined and we came up with an action plan on how to achieve it. Client on-boarding was quick and easy, and we began working together the very next day! 😁

I subscribed to Coach Cooney’s Running and Gym programme and it was the best decision that I’ve ever made! Each week, I was assigned a bespoke running and gym programme that was tailored to help me reach my fitness goal. Coach Cooney tailored my nutritional requirements also which really helped to take the guess-work out of my fuelling for my training days!

Even when I picked up a work-related injury that had the potential to de-rail my marathon plans, Coach Cooney was able to help me stay on track by adjusting the volume and intensity of my training to allow me to continue training within my functional capacity! I believe that this is what separates a good coach from a brilliant coach. 👏

When I started working with Coach Cooney in April, I was out of breath after running my goal marathon pace for 6km. By October, I ran my first ever marathon 5 minutes faster than my goal time to cross the line in 3 hours and 25 minutes!! This would not have been possible without Coach Cooney’s expertise and knowledge!

If you are looking to get into the best shape of your life and have lots of laughs along the way - give Coach Cooney a call. You won’t regret it! 😁

I’ve been coaching with Coach Cooney since April ‘25 and it’s the BEST decision I made this year. I’ve never been someone who’s struggled with weight but with performance. I’ve always felt overwhelmed by the nutritional and gym side of physical wellbeing and Cooney has helped me simplify it and make it work for me and my goals. Genuinely, if you’re thinking about seeing if he’s right for you, my advice is just go for it!

Coach Cooney was fantastic for me, he helped me lose over 25kg in a sustainable way and I've kept that weight off since.
He helped me achieve a sub 20 minute 5k run as well a sub 1 hour 40 half marathon, for me personally this was massive.
An amazing investment in yourself, would highly recommend

David is the only PT I trust to deliver real results. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely personable. He creates an environment where you feel comfortable, confident, and fully supported on your journey toward any fitness goal. I wouldn’t work with anyone else.

I’ve been working with David as my online personal trainer, and I can genuinely say the experience has been outstanding. Even though all our communication is online, he manages to make the coaching feel incredibly personal and supportive. He took the time to understand my goals, my routine, and the obstacles I usually run into, then created a plan that fits my life perfectly.

What I appreciate most is how consistently engaged he is. His check ins are thoughtful, his feedback is detailed, and he always notices the small improvements I might have missed. He pushes me in the best way, encouraging progress without ever making things feel unrealistic or overwhelming. Even on the days when motivation is low, his guidance helps me stay focused and on track.

David’s knowledge is exceptional, and it shows in the way he breaks things down so clearly. He explains technique, mindset, nutrition, and training principles in a way that’s easy to understand and actually enjoyable to learn. His approach is honest, positive, and genuinely invested in helping you become better, both physically and mentally.

If you’re looking for an online coach who listens, supports, motivates, and helps you get real, lasting results, I couldn’t recommend David more. Working with him has improved my confidence, my fitness, and my overall relationship with training. Choosing him as my coach has been one of the best decisions I’ve made.