Sheffield-based · coaching worldwide
Maciej “Mac” Nowicki
…became his own hero first, then started coaching yours
Council estate upbringing, Polish family, British-raised, and a household where health and fitness were nowhere on the list. Mac's way out was doing hard things on purpose: five years of boxing that built an unshakeable mindset, a First Class Honours degree in Physical Education and School Sport from Sheffield Hallam, and his first paying client at sixteen — nine years of coaching before most trainers have started.
He's been through every physique and mindset phase himself — overweight, skinny, stuck, shredded — which is why the coaching never assumes you're starting from confidence. He had an early career in recruitment, looked at where it led, and walked away to build the thing he actually believed in.
The one-sentence version of what he does, in his words: “I help health, fitness and self-care fit into your schedule like a puzzle piece — to unlock newfound energy, confidence and physical features that amplify every other avenue of life.”
What the coaching stands on
Consistency over perfection
Progress comes from showing up often, not getting it perfect. Small daily actions beat extreme short-term efforts every time.
Food isn't the enemy
Perfectionism is. Flexible structure over restriction — no cutting carbs, no skipping social events, no living on chicken and rice.
Habits first
Fuel properly, train smart, manage stress. The physique is a byproduct of the system, not the obsession.
Tailored and honest
No client journey is the same, and no feedback is sugar-coated. You'll hear what you need, not what you want.
Break the cycle
Don't let another year pass in the same rut. Take control now — the time passes anyway.
Holistic growth
Training is about mindset, lifestyle and wellbeing, not just muscle. Confidence is built on evidence you can point to.
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”Proverbs 27 : 17
Faith is a consistent thread in how Mac lives and coaches — accountability, honesty and helping people carry what they couldn't carry alone.
What you can expect from Mac
- Clear structure — a personalised plan and simple systems
- Honest but supportive coaching, never judgement
- Check-ins, form reviews and consistent support
- A realistic strategy built around your life, not extremes
- A coach who cares about the long term, not a quick fix
What he expects from you
- Honesty — when it's going well and when it isn't
- Communication — don't struggle in silence
- Follow the structure — consistency over perfection
- Ownership — he leads, you meet him halfway
- Commitment to growth, physically and mentally
Scope, honestly stated: Mac is a fitness coach, not a dietitian or clinician. Nutrition guidance is practical and food-first; anything medical belongs with your GP. Find him on Instagram and YouTube, or read the Mac Method to see how the coaching works.
Want Mac in your corner?
he reads every application himself
Apply for 6-month coaching or start with the 28-Day Blueprint. Either way, you'll get a straight answer about whether it's the right fit.