A Watford personal trainer has reached the final four in the running for a national fitness award.

Vladimir Fistric, 40, has made the finals of the Spirit of Flame Unsung Hero Award at this year’s ukactive & Matrix Flame Awards 2014.

The award celebrates individuals who go above and beyond to help get more people, more active, more often.

Vladimir said: "I’m honoured to have reached this far in the nominations. It’s a pretty big deal to be recognized by the industry for the work that I’ve been doing in my local community.

"My fingers and toes are firmly crossed for a win on the awards night."

The ukactive & Matrix Flame Awards 2014 in the health and fitness sector, celebrating the achievements of operators, suppliers and individuals.

Vlad will hear if he has won the award at the Ball of Fire ceremony on Wednesday, July 2.