LJP Performance and Rehab

LJP Performance and Rehab Bristol based BASRaT accredited sports rehabilitator.

We all have that one exercise we absolutely hate 🙂‍↔️Usually because it highlights the exact areas our body struggles wi...
28/01/2026

We all have that one exercise we absolutely hate 🙂‍↔️

Usually because it highlights the exact areas our body struggles with. For me, it was overhead squats. They exposed every mobility limitation I had: tight shoulders, restricted hips, stiff ankles and a back that wasn’t doing its job.

My knees hurt, the movement felt impossible and honestly… I was frustrated that I’d let myself get to that point 😠

But here’s the truth: the exercises we avoid often reveal the issues we most need to address. Overhead squats didn’t just “feel hard” they showed me the mobility and stability gaps that were affecting everything else.

Once I stopped avoiding them and started working on the root causes, things changed. Not overnight, but steadily.

This is exactly what I help clients with: identifying the movements that feel wrong, uncovering the why and rebuilding strength and mobility from the ground up.

If there’s an exercise you hate because it exposes your weaknesses, it might be the one that changes everything for you.

Comment ‘rehab’ to book rehab movement assessment and let’s fix what your body has been trying to tell you ⬇️

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Are you falling into this trap?Every January, thousands of people fall into the same trap: training too hard, too fast a...
26/01/2026

Are you falling into this trap?

Every January, thousands of people fall into the same trap: training too hard, too fast and ending up exhausted, sore, or injured before February even arrives.

This is the classic *January boom the leads to the February burnout* cycle and it’s all down to a mismatch between ambition and physical capacity.

Your body needs time to adapt. Research shows the average habit takes **66 repetitions** to become automatic.

That means your new gym routine won’t truly “stick” until around March, not after 10 days of all out training. When you load your body too quickly, you’re far more likely to experience DOMS, fatigue, overuse issues, or loss of motivation.

Instead of pushing for perfection in week one, focus on building consistency:

✔ 2–3 sessions per week

✔ Gradual progression

✔ Proper recovery

✔ Guidance from a professional

✔ A plan that respects your current fitness level

This is how you stay consistent long term, without burnout, injury, or guilt.

If you’re starting (or restarting) this January, I can help you build a plan that matches your current capacity and grows with you. DM me to book a sports rehab, sessions available next week

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I need to tell you about this if you’re heading to the slopes soon 🚡The most common ski injuries I treat every winter ar...
21/01/2026

I need to tell you about this if you’re heading to the slopes soon 🚡

The most common ski injuries I treat every winter are knee collapses and lower back pain and the causes are usually the same: lack of strength, poor mobility and jumping into intense skiing without preparing the body for it.

Skiing loads the knees with valgus forces, puts you on a slippery surface and locks your feet into separate skis that can move in different directions, making knee injuries incredibly common.

Add a forward flexed ski posture and your lower back gets overloaded fast.

The good news?

These injuries are highly preventable with the right pre-ski conditioning.

Strengthen your hips, quads, hamstrings and single leg control to protect your knees. Improve pelvic mobility and core stability to reduce lower back pain.

Even simple exercises like dead bugs, bridges, cat cows and RDL variations make a huge difference on the mountain.

If you’re not sure whether your body is ski ready, book a pre ski rehab session and let’s make sure you’re strong, stable and prepared before you hit the snow.

DM me “SKI” to book your session ❄️

I couldn’t keep this from you any longer ⛷️So, before you hit the slopes, your body needs the right kind of strength, no...
14/01/2026

I couldn’t keep this from you any longer ⛷️

So, before you hit the slopes, your body needs the right kind of strength, not random gym sessions, but targeted movements that support knee stability, hip control, balance and core coordination.

These 4 essential strength exercises for skiers will help you move better, reduce injury risk and make those first runs of the season feel easier, smoother and more controlled:

🔥 Wall sits for quad and knee strength

🔥 Single leg RDLs for hip stability and balance

🔥 Squats for full lower limb power

🔥 Dead bugs for core and pelvic control

If you want to ski stronger and avoid those early season niggles, add these into your pre training block now.

Save this for later 💙

January gets a bad reputationMostly because everyone feels like they should be training harder than ever.But honestly?Yo...
12/01/2026

January gets a bad reputation

Mostly because everyone feels like they should be training harder than ever.

But honestly?

Your body probably isn’t ready for a huge jump in intensity… and that’s not you being “lazy,” that’s just how tissue tolerance works.

If you took time off over Christmas (most people do!), you haven’t lost all your fitness. You’re just out of rhythm and your muscles and joints need a gradual re load, not an all or nothing comeback.

January is actually the perfect time to:

✨ Move gently

✨ Rebuild strength slowly

✨ Work on mobility

✨ Plan your 2026 season or training goals

If you’re not sure how to structure your training year, I can help you map it out so you peak at the right time and avoid burning out before the year has even started.

DM me to book your January planning session 📩

If your body feels tight, achy, or “out of sync” after a busy December, I’ve got the perfect reset.Long hours sitting, e...
07/01/2026

If your body feels tight, achy, or “out of sync” after a busy December, I’ve got the perfect reset.

Long hours sitting, extra stress, winter driving, Christmas prep and rushing around can tighten your pelvis, hips and upper back, leaving you stiff before the year has even begun.

These 3 mobility drills are perfect for resetting your body in January:

1️⃣ Dead bugs / supermans – great for pelvic stability and reactivating your core after long periods of sitting.

2️⃣ Open book mobility – opens your thoracic spine, improves posture and reduces upper back tightness.

3️⃣ Hip & hamstring mobility – restores lower body movement after weeks of stress and busyness.

Do them as a short flow with static, active and full range movement to restore mobility and reduce tension.

Save this post for your January reset ✨

My 2025 business wrappedThis year saw 989 appointments, up from 961 in 2024 and each one represented someone choosing to...
05/01/2026

My 2025 business wrapped

This year saw 989 appointments, up from 961 in 2024 and each one represented someone choosing to invest in their body. From sports rehabilitation and massage to equine work and clinical support, every session played a part in helping people move better, recover smarter and stay active for longer.

Sports rehab made up the majority of my work this year, closely followed by sports massage, which tells me one thing: people are finally prioritising both performance and recovery.

Thank you to every client who trusted me with their rehab, recovery, and movement this year. If 2025 was about building foundations, 2026 is about levelling up.

Bookings for 2026 are now open, DM to secure your spot ✨

This year reminded me that emotional stress, grief and life’s curveballs affect more than just our mindset, they show up...
31/12/2025

This year reminded me that emotional stress, grief and life’s curveballs affect more than just our mindset, they show up physically too.

Tension, fatigue, flare ups, they’re all signs our body is asking for rest and recovery.

What I’ve learned:

💙 You can’t rush healing, you have to nurture it.

💙 Helping others often helps you heal too.

💙 Time outdoors, movement and reflection really do restore you.

As I move into 2026, I’m carrying forward resilience, patience and purpose ✨

Keeping your horse performing at their best doesn’t have to mean spending more money It means managing the basics well 🐴...
24/12/2025

Keeping your horse performing at their best doesn’t have to mean spending more money

It means managing the basics well 🐴

Many performance issues come from inconsistency, repetitive training or not allowing enough downtime.

A consistent routine, varied work, and letting your horse simply be a horse are some of the most cost effective ways to support soundness, movement and long term performance.

If you’re feeling pressured to do more but aren’t sure it’s actually helping, this is your reminder that simple, consistent care often beats expensive fixes.

Share it with a yard friend who needs the reminder 💛

It’s not just about strength or flexibility. It’s about mindset 😌The clients who’ve made the biggest progress this year...
22/12/2025

It’s not just about strength or flexibility. It’s about mindset 😌

The clients who’ve made the biggest progress this year are the ones who stopped chasing quick fixes and started trusting the process.

They showed up consistently, invested in their goals and worked through the tough days, not just the good ones.

That’s what creates real, lasting results 💪🏼

Whether it’s overcoming pain, improving mobility, or building confidence in your sport, my clients mindset have set the tone for their movement.

If you changed your mindset just imagine how much could change by this time next year, let me know in the comments what the ONE thing about your body or performance you want to improve on next year? 💙

Before you start setting new season goals or chasing your next PB, take a step back and check your foundation, your move...
17/12/2025

Before you start setting new season goals or chasing your next PB, take a step back and check your foundation, your movement, mobility, and recovery.

If you don’t fix what held you back this year, you’ll only repeat the same frustrations next year 🤯

Stiff hips, overworked quads, knees that ache after every session, these aren’t random.

They’re signs of compensated movement patterns your body’s using to get by.

A HumanTrak Assessment helps uncover these weak links, showing you exactly where your movement is breaking down and most importantly how to fix it.

We’re starting 2026 strong 💪🏼

I know you’re ready to build a foundation that supports your performance goals. Comment “HUMAN TRAK’ to book your assessment now 🏋🏻

You wouldn’t skip a car service, so why skip your body’s? 🤷🏻‍♀️Earlier this year, I had a blowout on the ring road after...
15/12/2025

You wouldn’t skip a car service, so why skip your body’s? 🤷🏻‍♀️

Earlier this year, I had a blowout on the ring road after a drill bit went through my tyre.

Cue: rearranged plans, endless repairs and a whole lot of stress.

And it made me think, the same goes for your body when you start ignoring the tightness, the niggles, or the “I’ll sort it after Christmas” pains.

It’s inevitably only going to lead to bigger breakdowns later.

Your sports massage is your winter service, a way to check in, reset and keep yourself running smoothly before the new year.

Comment ‘MOT’ to book your December session now, last few slots before Christmas! 🎄

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Valesco Fitness Collective, 40-46 Albert Road
Bristol
BS20XA

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 8pm
Tuesday 6am - 8pm
Wednesday 6am - 8am
Thursday 6:15am - 8pm
Friday 6am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 12:45pm

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+447850154219

Website

https://ljp-sports-and-equine-therapies.au1.cliniko.com/bookings

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