James Argent looks loved-up with his new former Miss Sweden girlfriend Nicoline Artursson as they hit the gym amid reports he is ‘hoping to marry her’

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James Argent hit the gym in Essex with his new girlfriend Nicoline Artursson earlier this week.

The former TOWIE star, 36, who lost a whopping 14 stone after stomach surgery which helped him overcome his addiction battles and exercise, looked the picture of happiness during the training session.

The couple turned Instagram official during a lavish getaway to St. Tropez in September, with reports that a smitten Arg is hoping to marry 31-year-old Nicoline.

Arg was spotted heading out for a run before enjoying a cup of coffee together. They put on a pleasant exhibition, with Nicoline putting her arm over his shoulder.

The former Miss Sweden cut a sporty figure in a white zip-up sweater and brown snakeskin print leggings, while Arg rocked black shorts and a sweater.

James Argent hit the gym in Essex with his new girlfriend Nicoline Artursson earlier this week

Arg, 36, looked the picture of happiness during the training session

Arg, 36, looked the picture of happiness during the training session

The former TOWIE star lost a whopping 14 stone after stomach surgery, helping him overcome his addiction struggles and exercise

The former TOWIE star lost a whopping 14 stone after stomach surgery, helping him overcome his addiction struggles and exercise

The couple appears to be going from strength to strength, with reports that James is reportedly hoping to ‘get married and start a family’ with his new girlfriend.

The TV star looked very much in love with the model several times.

After turning his life around, it seems Arg is now ready to settle down with a source claiming he believes ‘she’s the one’.

A source said OK! Magazine: ‘He really had a hard time loving himself, both outside and inside. But now that he’s worked on that relationship, the one with himself, he’s been able to have a very healthy relationship with someone else.

‘He definitely thinks she’s the one and he wants to marry her. He wants a family, she wants a family, it all makes sense.”

The source added: “He’s been asking friends for advice about rings and proposals, it’s definitely at the forefront of his mind at the moment.”

MailOnline has contacted James Argent’s representative for comment.

The couple turned Instagram official during a lavish getaway to St. Tropez in September , with reports that a smitten Arg hopes to marry Nicoline, 31

The couple turned Instagram official during a lavish getaway to St. Tropez in September , with reports that a smitten Arg hopes to marry Nicoline, 31

Nicoline won the Miss World Sweden beauty pageant in 2011 and modeled for Abercrombie & Fitch

Nicoline won the Miss World Sweden beauty pageant in 2011 and modeled for Abercrombie & Fitch

The couple appears to be going from strength to strength, with reports that James is reportedly hoping to 'get married and start a family' with his new girlfriend

The couple appears to be going from strength to strength, with reports that James is reportedly hoping to ‘get married and start a family’ with his new girlfriend

They put on a pleasant exhibition, with Nicoline putting her arm over his shoulder

They put on a pleasant exhibition, with Nicoline putting her arm over his shoulder

The former Miss Sweden cut a sporty figure in a white zip-up sweater and brown snakeskin print leggings

The former Miss Sweden cut a sporty figure in a white zip-up sweater and brown snakeskin print leggings

Arg was spotted heading out for a run before enjoying a cup of coffee together

Arg was spotted heading out for a run before enjoying a cup of coffee together

Arg rocking black shorts and a sweater for training

Arg rocking black shorts and a sweater for practice

Arg sweated as he pounded the pavement

Arg sweated as he pounded the pavement

Rumors swirled about the couple's romance after James liked a photo of Nicoline shared to her Instagram at the World Vision Gala in August

Rumors swirled about the pair’s romance after James liked a photo of Nicoline shared on her Instagram at the World Vision Gala in August

James broke up with Stella, 16 years his junior, in November after a year-long romance

James broke up with Stella, 16 years his junior, in November after a year-long romance

Nicoline won the Miss World Sweden beauty pageant in 2011 and modeled for Abercrombie & Fitch.

She was also asked to participate in the French version The Bacherlorette, but refused to concentrate on her studies.

Rumors swirled about the pair’s romance after James liked a photo of Nicoline shared on her Instagram at the World Vision Gala in August.

It is James’ first relationship since his divorce from his ex Stella Turian last November.