How Scott Harrison went from selling double-glazing to transforming bodies

Scott Harrison is the founder and face of his company, The Six Pack Revolution. We sat down with him for an episode of Small Business Diaries to explore how a moment in the school playground led to a global wellness business.

Reinventing a career from the ground up

Before making the jump, Scott was the Sales Director of a large double-glazing company. “It was really successful, we turned over about 18 million pounds a year.. But I didn’t enjoy it.”

While he was grateful for the skills the role provided, he decided he wanted to move on to doing something he loved. He explains: “I took a big gamble to come away from the financial security that I had there. But it was also trying to do something that I loved and could see myself, you know, giving back and finding something that would take me happily into my later years.”

Scott’s programme has now changed lives across 90+ countries, helping to bring people together through physical results and profound shifts in confidence, discipline, and mental health.

Inspiration in the strangest places

In 2015, Scott had an unexpected realisation. While waiting to pick up his children from school, he noticed how so many of the parents looked sluggish, tired, and visibly unhealthy.

“All the little kids were running out to their role models, and I'm thinking, well, that's not very good.” Scott explained, “And then I realised I was one of them.”

That moment became the turning point. As a New Year’s resolution, he set a goal to get a six-pack and publicly documented the process on Facebook. Thirty-six people joined him. By the end of 90 days, 19 had completed the challenge, and their transformations were staggering.

“It was an accidental business,” Scott recalls. “But when people started asking me to do it again, I knew I had something special.”

From there, The Six Pack Revolution grew rapidly and is now a global health brand with tens of thousands of participants, including celebrities and even a famous A-list actor. “People send me thank you cards saying, ‘I don’t know how to thank you for giving my children their mummy back.’ Getting messages like that just makes my heart explode.”

Managing adversity

Scott is very open about his health struggles with anxiety and shared how alcohol amplifies it. He explains, “People think I’ve got it all together. The body, the business, the family. But I battle with anxiety, and alcohol makes it worse.”

That vulnerability isn’t just personal; it’s an essential part of the programme. The Six Pack Revolution isn’t just about fitness; it’s about building mental strength, reframing setbacks, and owning your choices.

“I call it giving them the key to happiness. Whether everyone uses it all the time or not, that's up to them. But they will have it. No one can take it from them.”

Scott describes himself as a “sergeant major with love,” pushing people to confront their obstacles with humour, honesty, and hard truths.

He adds: “I don’t just tell people what to eat or how to move, I teach them how to think.” Participants emerge not only leaner but emotionally stronger, often reporting reduced symptoms from chronic conditions like fibromyalgia, IBS, eczema, and even type 2 diabetes.

Turning a setback into a best seller

Despite its success, the journey hasn’t been without its setbacks. Scott described a misstep he had when he raised his prices, which led to a dip in participant numbers.

“I only raised it by £10, but maybe breaking the psychological barrier of £150 was too much at once. It was frustrating, but it taught me something about timing and perception.”

One of Scott Harrison’s most significant breakthroughs came from an unexpected falling out.

“In the very early days, I asked a team member to help develop some recipes because we didn’t have any,” Scott explains. “I gave her the job and said, ‘These are the rules. This is what’s got to be on the plate. Go create.” The results were basic but useful, but shortly after, they left the business and claimed ownership of the recipes.

“She even said they were her mum’s,” Scott laughs. “I said, ‘So your mum’s been designing recipes for the Six Pack Revolution since before I invented it?’”

Rather than pursue legal action, Scott took his solicitor’s blunt advice: “You can either go to court or pull your big boy pants up and do it yourself.” He chose the latter.

He started from scratch and over the next year created an entirely new recipe collection that was bigger, better, and bolder. “I worked out lasagnas, cookies, satays, even fish and chips with proper chip shop curry sauce. It took days, months, everything I had. But it was worth it.”

Changing perceptions around business

Over the years, Scott has found that The Six Pack Revolution’s name is both its biggest strength and weakness. For many, the phrase “six pack” creates images of elite athletes and hardcore gym culture, which can feel alienating to the people the programme helps most - everyday people in their 30s, 40s, and 50s.

“People see the name and think, ‘That’s not for me,’” Scott says. “But our biggest demographic is people with mum and dad bods, people who haven’t been fit in years.”

This difference between perception and reality has recently caused real-world challenges. ITV once blocked one of Scott’s ads from running on air, citing concerns that the name could be seen as misleading or unrealistic.

“It might be time for a rebrand,” Scott admits. “That situation made me realise that the name could be holding us back. Maybe it’s a blessing in disguise, a push to evolve.”

For a brand built on accessibility and life-changing results, the next step may be finding a name that better reflects The Six Pack Revolution’s real promise: total transformation — mind, body, and lifestyle.

Advice for busy business owners

Small business owners are often strapped for time and spend most of their days being pulled in different directions. Health and wellness often get bumped to the bottom of their list, but for Scott, taking care of your body isn’t a luxury; it’s an essential part of keeping his business running.

“You are your business’s engine,” he says. “If your brain isn’t firing properly, your business won’t either.”

His advice is practical and actionable, even for those always on the go:

• Hydrate aggressively: “Drink 3–4 litres of water a day. It’ll change everything from your mood to your digestion.”
• Cut back on caffeine: “I love coffee too, but too much of it wrecks your sleep and keeps you anxious.”
• Eat with intention: “It’s not about being perfect, it’s about making better choices. You can always find a healthy option if you look.”

Scott also mentioned that restaurants are more accommodating than people assume. “There’s no kitchen in the world that can’t grill a chicken breast and give you a side of veg. You’ve just got to ask. They hear more complicated requests daily.”

Whether you’re staying in a hotel or running from meeting to meeting, Scott insists that living healthy is always an option if you’re willing to prioritize it.

Building a brand through service

So much of online content is hyper-curated, and Scott uses this to his advantage. Instead of relying on gimmicks or inflated promises, Scott stays authentic. Just real stories, real people, and real transformations.

Scott says, “I just tell the truth. I’m not trying to be anyone else, and when people see that, they trust you.”

His Instagram and TikTok feeds are filled with before-and-after success stories, motivational snippets, and behind-the-scenes moments from both clients and his own life. This honesty has helped him grow a loyal following of not just fans, but advocates.

Final thoughts

At its core, The Six Pack Revolution is about more than just aesthetics. It’s about taking back control of your life, helping participants build confidence, regain energy, and unlock better versions of themselves both physically and mentally.

Fitness is just the entry point; the real value comes from giving people structure and power to decide how they want to live.

His story is a powerful reminder that the best businesses aren’t always built from spreadsheets and market trends. Sometimes, they grow from a moment of self-reflection and a deep desire to help others feel better in their skin.

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