Meet David Talha

David started his health and fitness journey very young. Training for over 12 years in Karate to obtained a 1st Dan black belt, which he achieved through the tuition of Sam Greco, world champion Karate and Kickboxer. He went on to work at Sam Greco’s martial arts studio and had the opportunity to train with Team Greco, where he fought for the Australian Full Contact Karate title in Sydney.

With a thirst for knowledge in strength, conditioning and fitness training methodologies David studied Anatomy and Physiology and progressed to become a qualified Personal Trainer. After moving to London he began working at the BBC’s corporate health and wellness centres, progressing into management. He progressed to work at Lords Cricket Ground, managing the fitness facility and working with the young Marylebone Cricket Club. Performing their annual fitness testing, and planning their strength and conditioning programs. Working with players such as Darren Sammy – who went on to be West Indies captain. During this time David was managing month long health and wellbeing seminars at London Business School for international senior executives.

He has also worked with Ferne Park Polo Team as their sports therapist, attending all the games as support for the team and was present when they won the Windsor Cup trophy.

David has been working at the headquarters of the Daily Mail for over 20 years. Over the past 10 years when Talha Life Fitness was born he has had the contract to manage the fitness facilities. Being a pivotal part in expanding the usage of The Gym. Design, development of the upgrade of The Gym facility. Introducing a structured introduction to fitness training  for all members. With the support of DMG has a designed and developed Personal training studio for the Senior staff of DMG. He has been a support to the business with in Northcliffe house.

David believes that continual education is the key to being able to be his best and give the best possible services to his clientele. Since completing his Personal Training diploma he has gone on to travel Europe, U.S.A & Canada to train with experts such as Paul Chek in corrective exercise analysis and proscription, studied Holistic Lifestyle and Coaching. Training with Charles Poliquin in Strength and Conditioning and BioSignature – hormonal profiling.  He has also qualified as Level 5 Sports Massage and treatment of Sports Injuries. Nutritional Coach through Precision Nutrition. Yoga instructor to name a few of his favourites.