The Angry Vegan
PERSONAL TRAINING
Est. 2007
How We Got Here
The Angry Vegan Personal Training is based at our private gym, Yorkshire Kettlebell Club, in Huddersfield.
The Yorkshire Kettlebell Club name comes from my first gym, where in 2012 I formed and coached the Yorkshire Kettlebell Team – a competitive girevoy sport squad that became one of the UK’s most successful, competing across Europe and winning multiple titles.
The team may be retired, but the name stuck. Every gym I’ve had since has carried the Yorkshire Kettlebell Club identity – a nod to where it all began and the standards we still hold ourselves to today.
The Angry Vegan name came later, after I went fully vegan in 2019 and wanted something that stood out in a crowded fitness industry. The phrase has a recognised meaning in vegan culture – referring to the stage where new vegans often feel frustrated with the world, becoming vocal, activist, and keen to convert others.
I was never quite that militant, but the label stuck for another reason. At 110kg, 182cm tall, bald-headed, with a big bushy white beard, I’ve been told I can look like quite an angry bloke – especially when lifting heavy. The name became a tongue-in-cheek nod to my appearance and my direct, no-nonsense coaching style, while also making a clear statement: our training is serious, effective, and built on principles – in and out of the gym.
Do You Have to Be Vegan to Train Here?
No! Despite the name, The Angry Vegan Personal Training isn’t just for vegans. Around half of our clients eat meat, fish, or dairy – and they get the same results as everyone else. The name is about who we are, not who we train. What matters here is that you’re ready to work hard, follow a structured plan, and commit to getting stronger and healthier. Your diet is your choice – our job is to coach you to the best results possible.
How We Train
We keep training simple, effective, and tailored to you. Every programme is built around proven strength methods that work for real people with real lives. You’ll lift, you’ll progress, and you’ll learn how to train properly so you keep improving long after you leave the gym.
We focus on the basics done well. That means good form, steady progression, and training that fits your life. Whether you’re starting from scratch, getting back into it after time away, or aiming for your next big milestone, every rep, set, and session is designed to move you forward.
Who We Are
I’m Liam O’Brien, a strength coach with almost 20 years of experience helping men over 35 build lasting strength, resilience, and confidence. My background covers powerlifting, strongman, girevoy sport, marathons, and endurance events – but my focus now is on helping everyday people train with purpose and get stronger for life.
My wife, Fran O’Brien, is a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of NHS experience and a qualified personal trainer. She specialises in strength training for women over 35, with tailored support for those going through perimenopause and menopause, helping them take control of their health and feel at their best.
Together, we coach from our fully private gym in Huddersfield, giving you the structure, guidance, and accountability you need to make consistent, measurable progress – and keep it for life.
'We’re Liam and Fran O’Brien – two experienced coaches specialising in strength training for men over 35 and women over 35. From our private gym in Huddersfield, we give you the plan, the coaching, and the support you need to get stronger for life.'
Our Approach
At The Angry Vegan Personal Training, we keep things simple and effective. Every client gets a clear, structured plan built on proven strength training methods that deliver results. We coach in a fully private gym, so there’s no queueing for kit, no distractions, and no feeling out of place.
We focus on building strength that lasts – strength you can see, feel, and use every day. Every session is coached, every lift is tracked, and every programme adapts as you progress. It’s not about smashing you into the ground for the sake of it – it’s about steady, consistent gains that build muscle, improve confidence, and keep you training for the long term.
You’ll work hard, you’ll be challenged, and you’ll know exactly what to do every time you walk in. That’s how we get results that stick.
Ready To Get Started?
Strength training changes more than just your body – it changes how you feel, how you move, and how you live.
At The Angry Vegan Personal Training, we give you the knowledge, structure, and support to make that change permanent. Whether you want to lift heavier, move better, or simply feel more in control of your health, it starts with walking through our door.
More about us:
At The Angry Vegan Personal Training, we coach men and women over 35 from our private gym, Yorkshire Kettlebell Club, in Huddersfield. Our approach is built on proven strength training methods that improve muscle, confidence, and overall health for the long term.
We specialise in helping men over 35 build lasting strength and resilience, and in delivering tailored programmes for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. With expert coaching, a distraction-free training space, and equipment chosen