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Nutrition & wellbeing · Shropshire & North Wales

Eat well.
Keep moving.
Make room
for you.

Nutrition coaching in Oswestry, Shropshire, and online. Practical help with weight loss, confidence around food and healthier habits that fit work, home and you.

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MNU-qualified · Level 5 nutrition coachingIn person in Oswestry · OnlineNutrition, movement & everyday wellbeing
Tim Gears, founder and lead coach
Founder & lead coach

Hi, I’m Tim.

Tim Gears FDEng, MN.Nutr · MNU-qualified nutrition coach

I help people lose weight, understand their food and build habits that fit real life. I understand how work, travel and responsibility can push your own needs down the list. Together, we’ll find practical changes that work for you—with support in Oswestry or online.

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In our clients’ words

Progress you can see.
Changes you can feel.

Kelly and her husband Gary together outdoors
Kelly · Her journey from client to coach

Over 25 kg lost.
A whole new direction.

One honest conversation with Tim helped Kelly begin changing her relationship with food and training. She’s lost over 25 kg, rediscovered her running and found confidence in the gym. Now she’s preparing to become the first Pillars coach alongside Tim.

“I’ve even got my back flips back.”
Watch Kelly’s story on YouTube ↗
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Simon · Supported from Australia

Back to the life he loves.

After an operation and a difficult period, Simon rebuilt consistency around food, training and wellbeing with Tim’s online support from the UK. He’s now back to biking, running and coaching children’s cricket in Australia.

“I am now loving life again.”
Watch Simon tell his story ↗
Curtis in February 2026 and holding a weight plate at Active8 in September 2026
Curtis · Still on the journey

Getting stronger. Going further. Being there.

Through early starts, gym sessions, runs and walks, Curtis is building healthier habits with Pillars. By September 2026, he had lost 15.2 kg. His motivation: getting stronger, running faster and being the dad he wants to be.

“I have come so far already, but I know there is more to come!”
Kimmy pictured at a tulip garden and outdoors holding a young tree during her ongoing journey
Kimmy · Still on her journey

25 kg down. Her first 5K.
A moment she’ll never forget.

Kimmy has lost 25 kg and completed her first organised 5K, with Kelly and Polly beside her and her family cheering her on. Crossing the finish line with her granddaughter, Leni, made it a moment to treasure. With support from Tim and the Pillars community, her journey continues.

“I’m right proud of myself. So, we keep going. Best foot forward.”

How much support would help you?

“I’d like my coach to guide me.”

Regular coaching, personal reviews and ongoing direction.
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“I’d like to steer my own progress.”

Tools, learning and expert help when you need it.
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Choose the support that fits you

A coach beside you.
A plan you work on together.

Choose live coaching when you want regular personal conversations, reviews of your progress and help deciding what to change.

Regular guidance

Foundation

£140 / month

Build consistency with a regular coaching rhythm.

  • 30 minutes of coaching each week
  • Coach-managed nutrition reviews
  • Weekday messaging
  • All Basecamp tools included
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More time together

Ascent

£220 / month

More space to work on food, movement and everyday wellbeing.

  • 60 minutes of coaching each week
  • Coach-managed nutrition reviews
  • Weekday messaging
  • All Basecamp tools included
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Support across your week

Summit

£300 / month

Ascent coaching with messaging support seven days a week.

  • 60 minutes of coaching each week
  • Coach-managed nutrition reviews
  • Agreed messaging reply windows
  • All Basecamp tools included
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No further places currently being released.

Available online or in person. Memberships billed monthly.

Basecamp memberships

You’re the captain.
Bring an expert on board.

For people who want to manage their own progress, with useful tools, learning and the option of a personal review each month.

Find your people.
Keep moving together.

Support is also about the people around you. From Move with Kelly walks to shared learning and encouragement, you’re part of the Pillars community.

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Tools, learning & community

Basecamp

£50 / month

Understand your food. Follow your progress. Build your confidence.

  • Cronometer Gold and the Pillars app
  • Weekly & Monthly Pulse reports
  • Learning resources and community
  • Monthly group Q&A
  • Weekday app guidance
Purchase Basecamp ↗Ask about Basecamp ↗

Personal appointments booked separately.

Expert direction, every month

Basecamp Plus

£75 / month

Everything in Basecamp, plus a monthly conversation to work through your progress.

  • Your complete Basecamp membership
  • A 30-minute personal review each month
  • Help understanding what’s working
  • Space to discuss what feels difficult
  • Agreed changes and clear next steps
Purchase Basecamp Plus ↗Ask about Basecamp Plus ↗

£25 more a month includes your personal review.

Pulse reports are automated summaries. Personal interpretation and agreed changes happen in your coaching appointments.

Need more time? Members save £10 on extra appointments: £20 for 25 minutes together plus 5 minutes for notes, or £40 for 50 minutes together plus 10 minutes for notes. Book extra time →

Book time with Tim · Everyone welcome

A conversation.
A clear next step.

A question, a fresh perspective or more time to work things through. Meet online, in our private office in Oswestry, or outdoors by arrangement.

New to Pillars?

Let’s meet.

15-minute introduction

Free

Meet Tim, ask your questions and find the right starting point. No pressure to join.

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A focused conversation

Let’s work it through.

25 minutes together + 5 minutes for notes

Bring a question, review your progress or work out your next step around nutrition and everyday life.

Pillars members save £10

Members · Book for £20 →Non-members · Book for £30 →

30 minutes reserved: your conversation ends after 25 minutes, then Tim writes your summary and next steps.

Conversation · Movement · Strength

More time, your way.

50 minutes together + 10 minutes for notes

Sit and talk, walk together, or combine your conversation with strength, mobility and movement.

Pillars members save £10

Members · Book for £40 →Non-members · Book for £50 →

60 minutes reserved: your session ends after 50 minutes, then Tim writes your summary and next steps.

A thank-you for being part of Pillars. Existing clients save £10 on every extra session. Choose your member button, pick a time and pay securely. No code needed.

Coaching time already included in your membership is arranged as normal. These paid bookings are for extra time.

Work. Home. You.

When work takes so much of you,
who’s in your corner?

Long days. Travel. A mind that’s still at work when you get home. You can care deeply about your career and still make space for your health, your relationships and yourself.

Work

Perform at work.
Have something left.

Build food, movement and recovery routines that fit demanding days, travel and responsibilities.

Home

Be there.
Not just back home.

Create room to switch off, reconnect and give the people you love more than the last of your energy.

You

You belong on
your own priority list.

Make time for your food, movement, rest and the things that help you feel like yourself.

Tim outside a manufacturing workplace
I understand the demands of working life.

I know that world.
I’ve lived it.

Nearly 30 years in UK manufacturing taught me what it means to care about your work—and how easily it can take over.

That experience shapes my coaching. We can work on your nutrition alongside the habits, pressures and routines that influence it.

Make room for the life
you work so hard for.

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And the people and moments we’re making room for.

What our clients say.

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Lowri Roberts
6 days ago
Tim is a brilliant coach- understanding, supportive and kind. I have learnt so much and now feel ‘in control’ of my weight for the first time in many years! Tim is currently helping me get to grips with the gym. If you want to make a positive change, don’t hesitate to reach out. He will definitely be able to help!
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Curtis Langley
2 weeks ago
I have worked with Pillars Nutrition since February 2026. Now October 2026, I am fitter, stronger and heading towards my original target weight. Tim has been supporting, motivating and inspiring, and his knowledge is incredible when it comes to nutrition and strength. I am so pleased I started my journey with him, but this is just the start.
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Richard Miller
2 weeks ago
Great info and more importantly great results from my nutrition plan. Losing weight and feeling more active at the same time.
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Les Park
1 year ago
Thinking of reaching out to Pillars ? Do it , don’t dally! My journey began 6 months ago after reading a friend’s story on face book which fascinated me , instinct then led me to Pillars. The trademark to Pillars is Tims character – he is extremely welcoming, kind and gentle . Immediately I felt like I was meeting an old friend, comfortable in his presence and captured by his knowledge and insight from the off set. We chatted away at ease and my goal was mutually found within our conversation. ‘To loose a stone in weight by November ‘ and I was here for longevity ? Maybe Tim had a magic wand ?! Together with Pillars we have achieved the weight loss, I am beyond beyond beyond elated! How ever I feel the need to add , because albeit my goal initially was to reduce my weight , we have achieved so much more and here I have tried to surmise - My mind is clearer- without a doubt I have clarity over my professional life- the first time in a long time I am happier, happier in myself , my outlook My body is responding to the science My sleep – oh my word how I am sleeping ! Heart rate has lowered dramatically – I had concerns I am regaining part of my former self , confidence has grown Self awareness and control over my feelings I am educated, re educated and have a tool box of knowledge at my disposal My motivation has turned into achievable discipline I am in control The “old “ Les is coming back and I feel good about myself And alike another client , my older clothes are fitting me – no words needed for that one! My journey is set to continue as I am now chasing strength and that longevity – Pillars has their work cut out for sure ! Thank you Pillars , thank you Tim , from me – Les
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Kim Jones
1 year ago
Tim and the team at Pillars have changed my life. I am so much happier having reached out and taken that huge step to ask for help, support, kindness, and care from the team. Pillars is not just about nutrition. It's about creating a community where u can be yourself, and you're actively encouraged to go for it, but not just once but every step of the way. I have taken the tiniest baby steps possible because my mindset wasn't right, and I needed to go very slowly. I was so scared of the idea of weight loss and looking after myself because it was a strange concept to me. It was my job to look after everyone else, but with support from Tim and Kelly, I've realised if I'm not fit and healthy, then I can't look after everyone else. The idea of me stepping into a gym was ridiculous three weeks ago, and now I'm going twice a week and feeling more comfortable every time. Tim has been with me through every second of this incredible journey and given me the confidence to understand I am worthy, I am good enough, and I am good at this. Tim has taken a chance on me, and I'll be forever grateful. People around me are celebrating my successes and are proud of me, but more importantly, im proud of myself. This journey was so far out of my comfort zone, but slowly, I'm getting there and feeling less of an imposter. Pillars and especially Tim and Kelly, have certainly made me realise I can do this, and it's a change I can make for life. I've struggled with my weight forever, but slowly, the weight is coming off, and I feel so much stronger physically but more importantly for me mentally. Thank you Team Pillars 😊
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Paula Pugh
1 year ago
None of this would be possible without Tim – you are literally changing my life. Your knowledge, enthusiasm & above all belief in me is endless! I am enjoying food, thinking about what I am eating and moving more. Next step the gym! ☺️ Legend Tim!!!!
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Simon Davidson
1 year ago
Tim is so helpful, friendly and professional, a pure joy to work with and could not recommend any higher, get yourself involved in pillars, I’m glad I did
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Ewan Williams
1 year ago
After knowing Tim for many years, I had no hesitation in asking for help with my nutrition. His knowledge and enthusiasm is second to none
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Kelly Clarke
1 year ago
Tim at Pillars has given me a new lease of life! Introducing foods that I enjoy and that are good for me has meant I have lost weight since I started in February 2025!! 2 stone plus so far 🤩🤩 Brilliant nutrition advise and he is also a brilliant training buddy 💪
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Active8 Gym
1 year ago
We are proud to have Pillars Nutrition located next to Active8 Gym in Oswestry, we have been thoroughly impressed with Pillars Nutrition. Tim`s commitment to educating and inspiring individuals aligns perfectly with our mission to support our members' health and fitness journeys. His expertise in nutrition has been invaluable, providing our clients with tailored advice that complements their training regimes. It's great to have such a dedicated and knowledgeable team right here in Oswestry. Highly recommend Pillars Nutrition for anyone looking to optimise their health and performance.

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Tell me what you’d like to change. We’ll talk through where you are now and how Pillars could help—no pressure to join.

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