Why Sleep Is the Missing Link in Your Health & Fitness Goals
As we move into a “New Year, Better You” mindset, many people focus on training harder, eating better, and managing busy schedules more efficiently. But there’s one powerful pillar of health that’s often overlooked….sleep. For busy professionals in their 40s, 50s and beyond, quality sleep isn’t a luxury; it’s essential for long-term health, fitness, and performance.
January always brings that familiar message: “New Year, New You!”
But here’s the truth… you don’t need a completely new version of yourself.
What most of us really want is to feel stronger, healthier, more confident, and more capable in our day-to-day lives. We want fewer aches, better energy, and the reassurance that we’re taking care of ourselves now, so we can keep doing the things we love for years to come.
Why Runners Over 50 Should Add Massage to Their Recovery Toolkit
Let’s be honest, runners over 50 are a special breed. You’re the ones out there proving that age really is just a number, clocking up the miles, lacing up your trainers before sunrise, and sometimes even leaving the youngsters eating your dust. But while your mind still feels 25, sometimes the body whispers (or yells) otherwise. That’s where massage steps in. Not just as a treat, but as a smart recovery tool that keeps you running strong, supple, and smiling.
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with many incredible clients, but today I want to share the story of someone who truly embodies strength, consistency, and determination—Julie.
Step into Your Next Chapter: Fun, Personalised Training Just for You 🎉
As we navigate our 40s and 50s, fitness becomes more about feeling strong, moving freely, and having energy for life’s next adventures—not about punishing gym routines. That’s why I’ve created a boutique personal training space designed around you: private, relaxed, welcoming, and completely free from the pressure of big gyms.
As a personal trainer and a woman, I know firsthand how hormones shape not just how we feel, but how we perform, recover, and adapt to exercise—especially running. Our hormones are like the silent directors behind the scenes, influencing everything from energy levels to muscle recovery and fat metabolism.
As we approach perimenopause and menopause, those hormonal shifts can feel like a seismic change in how our body responds to the same workouts we used to breeze through.
Sports massage is a form of massage therapy aimed primarily at individuals doing physical activity, whether you’re an athlete or fitness enthusiast. However it can be equally beneficial if you work in an office. This therapeutic technique utilises various methods to address muscle pain, enhance recovery, and improve overall performance. In this post, we'll explore the benefits of sports massage, who should consider it, and the nuances of pain associated with the treatment.
In today's fast-paced world, staying fit can be challenging, especially when life throws curveballs like injuries or transitioning into retirement. However, the journey can be made easier and more enjoyable when you embark on this adventure as a couple. In this blog post, we'll explore the inspiring success story of one couple who adapted their training regime and discovered the transformative power of working with a personal trainer.
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, but it often comes with unwanted changes, particularly when it comes to weight. One of the most common concerns is the accumulation of stubborn tummy fat. Hormonal changes during menopause can make it more challenging to maintain a healthy weight, but with the right approach, you can effectively shift that unwanted fat. In this post, we’ll explore the impact of hormonal changes during menopause and suggest exercises that can help you reclaim your body.
During the menopause your cortisol levels increase. If your weren’t stressed enough already, the hormone responsible for your stress levels increases, in this vicious cycle.
Cortisol does have an important role to play in your body but it’s important to make sure it doesn’t take over.
I’m not sure about you, but this year has flown by and I can’t believe its September already and the kids have gone back to school.
Not only that, autumn feels like it has arrived with the darker mornings, rain and wind.
There are roughly 13 million people who are currently peri or menopausal in the UK. This roughly works out to be a third of the entire UK female population.
Running is a fantastic form of exercise, it helps to boost your cardiovascular fitness, improves your strength and maintain your weight.
There can be a worry that you’ll pick up injuries when you run, but if you plan your training carefully and have a balance between running and strength exercises you can progress well.
There has been a big increase in recent years of the number of people following a vegan diet. The media may have had something to do with it, with documentaries like The Game Changers, the accessibility of vegan food in the super markets and restaurants and of course high performance athletes getting great results at an elite level that follow a plant based diet.
As with any diet there are healthy and unhealthy ways to follow a vegan diet.
In recent years periods have become less of a taboo subject as media coverage has started to increase with top athletes talking about their periods and more research being done into the physical and mental effects on periods, hormones and exercise.
Don’t Let Your Asthma Stop You
I was diagnosed with asthma as a teenager. I was so active and playing sports daily, I couldn’t understand why I was getting out of breath so easily and struggling to recover compared to the rest of my team mates.