Life Fitness has announced that Kim Ingleby has won the 2013 Personal Trainers to Watch competition.

Ingleby, from Bristol, UK, was selected from more than 1,500 nominations across 43 countries.

The top 10 finalists were flown in to demonstrate their training skills in front of a panel of five judges, where they would be randomly paired with a volunteer for their demonstration.

Ingleby is the founder of Energised Performance in Bristol and her training philosophy combines the mind and body to enhance clients’ physical and mental wellbeing. She recently returned to full health after battling Weil’s disease and receiving pre-cancerous cervical cancer treatments earlier this year.

“Kim’s story is an inspiration to all who took part in the competition,” said Life Fitness president Chris Clawson. “The resilience, strength and humility she has shown in her journey are awe-inspiring. She is truly deserving of this award –for her achievements both inside and outside the gym.”