Forget the 10,000 Steps – Let’s talk about moving for 2 hours a day Yep, I’m on this subject again! We’ve all heard it: ‘You should get 10,000 steps a day.’ But here’s the thing – 10k steps is a guide, not a golden rule carved into stone. If you break it down, 10,000 steps is […]
Understanding core integration and the kinetic chain Core Strength is often misunderstood as just having strong abs or being able to hold a plank for minutes. While this kind of strength has its place, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Core Integration is a more complete approach. It’s about how your core muscles work together […]
Clothes are meant to fit you. Not the other way round. Let’s talk about clothes – and more importantly, how we feel in them. You open your wardrobe and there it is: a size 10 hanging next to a size 16, a Small squashed up beside an Extra Large. (It’s certainly what mine looks like) […]
This is not a prescription or a promise – just my personal journey of finding balance while navigating peri-menopause/menopause without HRT. Why no HRT? In my case, I have a blood condition that rules it out. I’ve also explored options like the coil – but the idea of having a foreign object in my body […]
Menopause. A word loaded with emotion, confusion, and – let’s be honest – a lot of myths. If you’re anywhere from your late 30’s upwards, you’ve probably started to wonder: Is this menopause? Or maybe you’re already in it, and you’re just trying to make sense of what your body’s doing. The truth is, menopause […]
It’s easy to think that consistency in training means pushing through no matter what. But here’s the truth: effective training isn’t just about how hard you work – it’s about how well you recover. Progress happens during rest, not just in the sessions themselves. I see this often with strength training, especially when progressive overload […]
If you’ve ever gone through weight loss – you’ll know it’s not always the smooth, energising process it’s often made out to be. Yes, it can be empowering. Yes, it often leads to more energy, confidence and better movement. But there’s another side too – a quieter, more physical one that doesn’t get talked about […]
As we shift in September, there’s a subtle shift in the air. Even if you’re not directly involved with the school run, September carries a sense of return. For many of us – whether we’re parents, carers, or simply living life on a seasonal clock – this time can feel like both a fresh start […]
There’s a quiet kind of magic in opening a book. No pings, no scrolling, no pressure – just ink on paper and a story waiting to unfold. Back in June I introduced The Book Box at the studio. Nothing fancy. Just a box where you can take a book, leave a book, or swap one […]
Following on from last week’s blog on lymphatic massage, I wanted to touch on something just as important – knowing when it might not be suitable. While lymphatic drainage is incredibly gentle and can be wonderfully supportive, it’s not always the right option for everyone, all the time. Like all treatments, it depends on what’s going on […]
