Liv Therapy - Shona Liversidge

14/11/2025

What an amazing start last night to our 6-Week Peri/Post Menopause Beginners Gym sessions!
Session one was such a success — full of support, learning, and plenty of laughs. The feedback has been incredible, and it’s so lovely to hear how informed and confident everyone felt after just one session 💙

This programme is designed to help women understand their bodies, build strength safely, and feel empowered throughout peri and post menopause — and seeing that come to life already is just brilliant 💪🏼

If you missed out this time, don’t worry! I’m planning to run the next 6-week block in January/February, so keep an eye out for dates. I’d love to help even more women gain the knowledge and confidence they deserve.

Thank you to everyone who joined and shared such amazing feedback. 💙

13/11/2025

Last chance to join us! Starts tonight at 7:30pm 😊

12/11/2025

Did you know, the more muscle you have, the more calories your body burns at REST!
That’s because muscle tissue is metabolically active — it requires more energy to maintain compared to fat. In other words, even when you’re sitting, sleeping, or watching Netflix, your muscles are quietly working for you, helping keep your metabolism humming.

But here’s where it gets tricky…
During midlife, especially around menopause, muscle mass naturally starts to decline due to hormonal shifts (especially the drop in estrogen). This loss of lean tissue means your resting metabolism slows down — so you burn fewer calories each day than you used to.
This is one reason why many women notice fat gain in midlife even if their diet and activity haven’t changed. It’s not just about willpower — it’s about physiology.

The good news? You can absolutely turn this around.
✅ Strength training 2–3 times per week
✅ Prioritizing protein intake
✅ Staying active daily

These strategies help you rebuild and protect your muscle, keeping your metabolism strong and your energy high through menopause and beyond.
More muscle isn’t just about strength — it’s your built-in metabolic advantage. 💪🔥

10/11/2025

My Seniors 🥰 💪🏼 they prove age is just a number.

Your body isn’t on a countdown, and your power isn’t running out.
Most people don’t get weaker because of age they get weaker because they stopped challenging themselves.

You didn’t.
You chose to show up.
You chose to move.
You chose to grow.

Let them watch.
Let them question.
Let them rethink everything they believed about aging and strength.
You are not preserving youth.
You are building a legacy of power, discipline and self-respect.

They’re going to notice.

10/11/2025

I took a few days completely off — no work, no training, just time to disconnect.
Leading up to it, everything had been full-on. Training was intense, work was non-stop, and my nervous system felt completely fried — running on caffeine and momentum more than recovery. I didn’t even realize how drained I was until I stopped.
Those few days of real rest made a huge difference. Sleep improved, stress dropped, and it honestly felt like a full nervous system reset. Sometimes you don’t notice how tightly wound you are until you finally slow down.
This is your reminder to slow down sometimes!
Now I’m back feeling recharged, clearer, and ready to go again. Rest isn’t just physical recovery — it’s the space that lets your mind and body actually catch up.

01/11/2025

💪🏼 Ladies — are you ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in control of your body again?
After 30, our bodies naturally start to change.
We can lose around:
👉 3–8% of muscle per decade
👉 1–2% of bone density every year
Then during menopause, things speed up — lower estrogen can lead to:
⚡️ Up to 20% bone loss in just a few years
⚡️ More joint aches, slower recovery, and fatigue
⚡️ A drop in confidence, strength, and energy

But here’s the GOOD news…
You have so much power to change this!

Strength training is one of the best things you can do to:
✅ Build and protect muscle and bone
✅ Boost energy and metabolism
✅ Improve balance, posture, and confidence
✅ Feel strong and capable through every stage of life
If you’ve wanted to start but felt unsure where to begin — this is your moment! 🙌

🌟 6-Week Beginner Strength Training for Women (Peri & Post Menopause) 🌟
This small-group course is designed for women who want to learn how to lift safely, effectively, and with plenty of support — all in a welcoming environment.
📅 Starts: 13th November 2025
🕢 When: Thursdays at 7:30pm
📍 Where: Amped Fitness, Brandon
⏱ Duration: 6 weeks – 1 session per week
🏋🏼‍♀️ Group size: Just 5 women for personal coaching
💷 Price: £100 total
You’ll learn the foundations of strength training, support your bone and muscle health, and start feeling strong from the inside out.

🚨 Only 2 spaces left! 🚨
Don’t miss your chance to join this round — message me today to grab your spot before it’s gone!
Let’s make this your strongest chapter yet. 💕

27/10/2025

6-Week Beginner Strength Training for Women (Peri & Post Menopause)

Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in control of your body again? 💪
Want to train with a Personal Trainer with extensive knowledge around menopause, but one to one coaching is too expensive?

This 6-week small group course is designed specifically for women in peri or post menopause who want to start strength training — safely, effectively, and with plenty of support.

Course Details:
⏰️ Starts: 13th November 2025
📆 When: Thursdays at 7:30pm
📍Where: Amped Fitness, Brandon
🗓 Duration: 6 weeks – 1 session per week
🏋🏼‍♀️ Maximum of 4-5 participants for personalised coaching and attention
💷 Price: Only £100 for the full 6-week course

You’ll learn the foundations of strength training, improve muscle and bone health, boost energy, and build confidence with weights — all in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Perfect for beginners who want to train smart for this stage of life and feel strong from the inside out. 🌟

👉 Spaces are very limited — message now to secure your spot!

22/10/2025

🎉 Celebrating 4 Years of Helping People Move & Feel Better! 🎉

Today marks 4 years in business, and I couldn’t be more grateful. 💙
What started as a small idea has grown into something truly special — where people come to help reduce pain, build strength, and regain confidence in their movement.

Over the past four years, I’ve had the privilege of working with so many incredible people — through soft tissue therapy, personal training, rehabilitation, and senior strength classes. Seeing clients move better, get stronger, and feel more capable is the most rewarding part of what I do. 💪🏼

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported this journey — whether you’ve booked a session, joined a class, referred a friend, or simply cheered from the sidelines. Your trust and support mean everything. 🙏🏼
Here’s to the next chapter — more learning, more growth, and more people feeling their best!

21/10/2025

You weren’t designed to sit for 10 hours and scroll for 5 more.
You were built to move... TO LIVE
Ignore movement long enough and your body will remind you painfully.

So, move.
Daily.
Intentionally.
Relentlessly.

Because staying still is slowly dying.

20/10/2025

Go Barefoot More Often 👣 — Especially Through Menopause
As we move through menopause, changes in hormones can affect muscle tone, joint stability, and even our balance. One simple yet powerful way to support your body? Spend more time barefoot.

Here’s why it matters:
🌿 Better Proprioception:
When you’re barefoot, the sensory nerves in your feet send constant feedback to your brain about where your body is in space. This helps sharpen your proprioception — your natural “movement awareness” — improving coordination and reaction time.
💪 Stronger Feet & Ankles:
Shoes can limit movement and weaken the small stabilising muscles in your feet. Going barefoot (or in minimalist shoes) helps those muscles wake up again, improving arch support and joint alignment from the ground up.
⚖️ Improved Balance & Stability:
As balance can decline with age and hormonal changes, barefoot work — like gentle mobility drills, yoga, or simply standing barefoot while brushing your teeth — can reduce your risk of trips and falls.
🧠 Body Connection & Confidence:
Feeling the ground beneath you fosters a sense of grounding and body awareness — something many women find empowering during menopause.

👣 How to Start:
• Begin with 5–10 minutes a day barefoot indoors.
• Progress to short walks on grass, sand, or safe outdoor surfaces.
• Add simple balance or mobility exercises (heel raises, toe spreads, one-leg stands).
• Listen to your body — it’s about gradual, mindful adaptation, not discomfort.

Your feet are your foundation. Nurture them, and you’ll move through midlife with more strength, stability, and confidence from the ground up.