After years of working alongside professional athletes and media stars, James gained invaluable insight into the high-performance world, learning what it takes to optimize the body for peak results and performance. In 2003 James established The Athlete Centre, an innovative Strength and Conditioning facility in Oxford.

Turning 40 - James realised that there's more to training than just achieving physical goals or maintaining an aesthetic. It became clear that the way we approach fitness needs to evolve, particularly as we age.

Thus Future Proof was born

Dr. Kate Whitehouse is a British-American, board-certified obstetrician-gynaecologist and researcher. She has a longstanding commitment to improving women's health through evidence-based care, research, and policy. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and serves as a medical journal editor. Kate is skilled at translating evidence into practice recommendations-she has contributed to clinical guideline development in the US, UK, and globally, including during her tenure at the World Health Organization. With expertise in sexual health, she has lectured at conferences worldwide, sharing insights to advance clinical practice and healthcare policy. Passionate about translating research into real-world impact, she strives to innovate and empower women at every stage of life.

Outside of work, Kate is a fitness enthusiast who can be found cycling around Oxford, tackling long-distance runs, CrossFitting, or simply chasing her 3 young boys around.

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Gav is a nutritionist and wellness coach based in Oxford, England, specializing in fat loss and metabolic health. He serves as the Chief Chassis Chiseler at Fast Fat Shred, where he focuses on helping former rugby players achieve significant weight loss.

In addition to his role at Fast Fat Shred, Gavin contributes to the rugby community as a coach for the Oxford University Rugby Football Club's Whippets team. He also leads youth rugby programs at Windmill Primary School and Oxford Harlequins, demonstrating a commitment to promoting health and fitness at various levels. ​

Educationally, Gavin holds a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Applied Biology from the University of Bath.

This scientific foundation underpins his evidence-based approach to nutrition and wellness coaching.​

James is a Strength and Conditioning (S&C) Coach based in Oxfordshire, serving as both a consultant and a self-employed coach. He is the founder and head coach of RPS Fitness, where he emphasizes a holistic approach to performance coaching, integrating nutritional and psychological factors alongside physical training. James specializes in developing powerful, durable, and versatile athletes, offering individual, team, and online coaching services. His philosophy focuses on efficiency and individualized training, aiming to help clients achieve sustainable, high-performance results both in sports and daily life

Richard Baggott la Velle is a qualified osteopath and movement coach based in Wantage, Oxfordshire. He earned his Bachelor of Science with Honours in Osteopathy from Oxford Brookes University in 2009. In addition to his osteopathic qualifications, Richard holds a degree in Pharmacology from King's College London.

As the Clinical Director of Orchard House Clinic, Richard specializes in treating sports injuries and enhancing sports performance across various activities, including weightlifting, triathlon, gymnastics, and equestrian sports. He is also a certified Movement & Mobility Coach, focusing on teaching patients about movement efficiency, posture, and control to aid recovery and prevent injuries.

Dr. Jack Maynard is a dedicated and experienced doctor with over 10 years of expertise in anaesthetics and intensive care. Throughout his career, he has developed a deep interest in the relationship between health, exercise, disease prevention, and longevity, understanding how physical fitness can play a pivotal role in overall well-being.

A passionate advocate for an active lifestyle, Dr. Maynard has always loved sport and fitness. His athletic journey began in school, where he rowed competitively, and continued at university, where he played rugby. Today, he channels his passion for fitness into competing in Hyrox, a global fitness race that challenges participants to push their endurance limits.

With a strong commitment to both his medical profession and personal fitness, Dr. Maynard continues to explore how physical health and exercise can positively impact the prevention and management of various health conditions. His dedication to both his patients and personal well-being makes him a well-rounded professional who believes in the power of exercise for a longer, healthier life.