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Who is the founder?
My name is Kian Larney
With a BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation and years of experience coaching both elites and everyday individuals, I’ve built a career around helping people move better, feel stronger, and regain control over their bodies.
I founded Foundation X, to help individuals fix the root causes of pain, prevent injury, and build long-term resilience through smart, functional training.
My career spans elite-level environments, from working with semi-professional football teams like Guiseley FC and U.S. academy RIASA, to coaching at Ultimate Performance, one of the world’s most respected personal training facilities. To consulting with a world famous band and providing specialised training advice.
Whether I’m training a world-class performer, a 50+ year-old business owner, or a young adult just starting their fitness journey, my mission is the same: to deliver tailored, intelligent coaching that supports real, lasting change.
I’ve helped clients overcome chronic mobility issues, regain confidence in movements they once struggled with, and return to pain-free, functional lifestyles, from tying their shoes, to keeping up with their kids or taking the stage night after night.
At Foundation X, training goes beyond aesthetics. It’s about restoring movement, building strength, and helping people feel confident in their bodies wherever life takes them.
My Story
I’ve experienced many versions of myself both physically and emotionally. At one point, I weighed 105kg, well into the obese category, and lived with constant knee and back pain. My relationship with food was driven by insecurity and unresolved past experiences, and it led me to a place where I no longer recognised myself.
The turning point came when I saw a photo of myself in what I thought was an oversised jumper only to realise it wasn’t the jumper that was oversized. That moment sparked a decision to take ownership of my health.
Through self-education, deep reflection, and a growing understanding of fitness, nutrition, and behavioural change, I transformed my body and mind. I lost 20kg in just two months and, more importantly, I began moving without pain and living with purpose again.
This journey shaped everything I now offer through Foundation X. I’ve lived the frustration, the confusion, and the physical discomfort and I know how powerful the right support can be. That’s why I built LarneyLifts: to be the guide I once needed. I’m here to help others create the change they deserve with compassion, structure, and real results.
