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Redefining wellness through science-backed movement, holistic health & conscious living. She believes that your age does not define your potential.

Founder of THE VITALITY BLUEPRINT and THE WELL | Pilates • Vitality • Longevity Sarah Clough, The Ageless Movement Coach, is a leading Pilates teacher and movement expert dedicated to helping women over 40 move with ease and live vibrantly. Sarah’s holistic approach addresses the root causes of common issues like lower back pain, stiff joints, and fatigue, which are often accepted as ‘normal’ with ageing. Through her signature 3-step method, Sarah has empowered hundreds of women to eliminate pain and discomfort, regain their strength, and experience newfound energy and vitality. Her clients don’t just find relief—they thrive, feeling stronger, more flexible, and more confident than they have in years.

12/11/2025

Thank you for sharing this Keith Richards quote:

“Getting old is a fascinating thing. The older you get, the older you want to get!

I know for many people getting older is something they worry about. They're scared of losing their independence, their cognitive function declining, the illnesses that often accompany getting older like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis…

Getting older doesn't scare me. It used to though.

Growing up we had some aunts (Tootoo, Birdie, Hilda… ) and they were OLD.

They didn't get down on the floor and play with us, they didn’t engage with us, they dressed “old”, walked “old” and talked “old”.

No wonder I was scared - it didn’t seem like a whole heap of fun.

Why the shift?

Through the work I do, the research I’ve done, the literature I’ve read, and my own personal experience I now know (and the science is compelling)...

Movement is one of the strongest ways to slow down the ageing process - and we’re not just talking physically but mentally too.

So to echo Keith Richards - The older I get, the older I want to get because I know that over 90 % of how I age is down to me.

Want to join the Keith Richards' tribe?

I’m running a FREE online event Tuesday 18th November 6.30-8.00pm (UK Time) where I’ll be sharing actionable information and helping you walk away with a plan that puts you back in control of how you get older.

The choice is yours - invest in your health and look forward to getting older.

Ignore it and accept the inevitable decline.

Click the link below to sign up ⬇️

10/11/2025

I’m re-reading the Expectation Effect by David Robson…I'm a bit of a geek when it comes to trying to understand how our brains work 🤓.

He describes our brain (and neuroscientists agree) as a “prediction machine”. Our brain is constantly “filling in the picture” and shaping what we feel and how we perform based on past experiences we’ve had and what we expect to happen next (this is how a phobia is formed, or a feeling of being loved… or not loved).

In practice, that means our beliefs can tilt everything from pain and fatigue to strength, posture, and even the way our bodies respond to everyday movement.

Researchers told a group of hotel cleaners that the tasks they did each day - vacuuming, changing sheets, scrubbing bathrooms - met public health guidelines for exercise.

They didn’t change their routines.

They simply changed their belief about what they were already doing.

One month later, they showed measurable improvements in their weight, blood pressure, and body composition. They were doing exactly the same work but approaching it with a new mindset. The new mindset resulted in a totally different outcome.

If you’d like a simple structure to anchor this mindset (and lots of other gems too), join the 90-minute Reset & Rebalance Live Lounge. We’ll be actually “doing stuff” that makes a difference and making sure you leave with a plan… and proof that the little things really do add up.

📅 When: Tuesday 18th November 6.30-8.00pm

📍Where: Live online (there will be a replay ~ but you’ll get so much more value if you’re able to be there in person.

It’s FREE because I want to support you the best way I can.

If you haven't done so already make sure you click the link below to sign up ⬇️

06/11/2025

Fact: Getting things done shifts your energy from flagging to flying.

When energy dips, you don’t need to “try harder” - you need a quick win.

Action creates energy.

Do one tiny thing now and feel the lift.

Ready to get things done and shift your energy?

Sign up for my FREE live online Reset & Rebalance session Tuesday 18th November 6.30-8.00pm and set the ball in motion… I’m totally rooting for you (Link in comments)

05/11/2025

If you’re waiting for the ‘right time’ to put health into action you’ll probably never do it.

“Sometimes the only means of transportation is a leap of faith”

This quote is from my great friend Cyndi’s mum … a wonderful woman who was ahead of her time in many ways (she saw Maxwell Maltz of Psycho-Cybernetics fame speak live in the 60s…).

Sometimes we just have to do it (and as Cyndi herself says “How hard can it be?!” 😁)

So let this be a little reminder to take a leap of faith - no matter how small - and I can assure you the bridge will appear.

Please don’t talk yourself out of taking little steps which over time can create massive change.

💛 If you’d like a bit of support don’t forget to sign up for my FREE online event "Reset & Rebalance: The Live Lounge"1 8th November 6.30-8.00pm GMT (link in comments).

04/11/2025

We all know how important it is to look after our fitness and health but too often we put it off because there's so much confusing advice out there (...and we’re busy 😜!)

So I thought “What can I do to help?”

And (drum roll🥁 …) I’ve come up with something that, I believe, cuts through the B.S. and gives you a super doable way to get you from ‘knowing’ you should be doing something to actually taking action (and getting results that matter!)

💛 and It’s FREE!!

▶ ️Join me for Reset & Rebalance: The Live Lounge (because you need to be there live to really get the full benefit).

Over 90-minutes I'm sharing with you insider knowledge, actionable advice and a plan that works.
You’ll leave having already put some of the key pieces in place and know the steps you need to keep moving forward.

📅 Tuesday 18th November 6.30-8.00pm live and online so you can join from anywhere.

➡️ Click the link in the comments to sign up.

👭 Share this post with someone you care about ~ because life is easier and more fun with friends!

29/10/2025

I’ve been in Brighton the last few days enjoying blustery walks along the seafront, clear blue skies, catching up with dear friends, eating delicious food, drinking cocktails, and having lots of laughs.

Stepping away from daily routine has felt so liberating but the other thing that it’s done is trigger the release of an avalanche of neurochemicals - it’s kind of like having your own pharmacy in your brain.

The release of these neurochemicals is what I call getting your daily D.O.S.E. and they play a massive part in your mood and how you feel.

And they’re free. The warmth of friendship, being out in daylight and fresh air, exercise that exerts you, and having a sense of accomplishment.

Each one is triggered by different activities but all have their part to play.

→ Dopamine (Drive & Reward) influences motivation, focus, and pleasure. It’s triggered by anticipation, novelty and achieving goals.

→ Oxytocin (Bonding & Trust): Often referred to as the love hormone - deepens connection, safety, and empathy while reducing stress. It’s released with touch, eye contact, kindness, and heartfelt conversation.

→ Serotonin (Calm Confidence): Stabilises mood, confidence, and outlook; linked with daylight and rhythmic movement like walking, cycling, swimming.

→ Endorphins (Natural Lift & Pain Relief): Your body’s built-in “feel-good” and pain-buffer during physical exertion and laughter.

When you break it down it looks very much like how the people in the Blue Zones live their lives and something that I weave into The Vitality Blueprint.

It’s not rocket science. When you know what you’re doing, why you’re doing it, and how to actually put it into practice ~ It’s beautifully simple.🤍

So this is your reminder. - what are you doing to get your D.O.S.E?

27/10/2025

Someone recently asked me what motivates me to do what I do.

Honestly it’s because I feel so strongly that our health is the foundation to everything else we desire in life… our hopes, dreams, and aspirations.

And because I know that when women discover a renewed strength in their body, they discover an even greater sense of self. They not only feel stronger physically but mentally too - more confident and more courageous… more willing to challenge the status quo.

Those dreams they had put on the back burner… now become a reality.

On my Vitality Blueprint programme we have a ‘game’ we play called “Probable, Possible, Potential” - I won’t go into the details but ultimately it’s about getting people to voice their dreams and then set them in motion - after all surely for most of us the aim is to be strong, fit, and healthy so that we can live life joyfully and fully - whatever that looks like for each of us.

For Viv her dream was to go skydiving and raise money for MIND.

She really committed (showing up daily for herself) and worked on building her strength and self-belief… and her dream became a reality!!

I can’t tell you how proud I am of her, but I think that pales into insignificance when compared with how proud she is of herself.

That’s why I do what I do. ♥️

23/10/2025

Don’t get old and realise all you did was work.

Just before my mum died, with such regret in her voice, she said “I wish I’d spent less time cleaning”.

It’s really stuck with me, but I think it’s something so many of us can be guilty of doing… putting off the things we’d like to do and focusing on the things we feel we “ought” to do.

What we do on a daily basis tells the story of our life - so don’t we owe it to ourselves to make sure each day includes at least something that makes us feel alive?

Nobody is going to remember how dusty the house is, how many meetings we had, or how many hours we spent doing admin … but they are going to remember us for how we show up in the world on a daily basis.

How we connect and engage with each other and bring warmth, compassion and fun into their life.

How we embrace opportunities, stay curious and choose joy - being the instigator rather than sitting on the sidelines wondering if anything will ever change…

So let this be a little reminder if you need it to:

• Make time to play. Play isn’t frivolous - it resets our nervous system, sparks creativity, and fuels energy.

• Celebrate friendship. Laughter and warm, honest conversations are medicine for the soul.

• Treasure your family. Protect them and love them unconditionally.

• Expand your mind. Read, learn, travel, explore - curiosity keeps you youthful.

• Train for the life you want. Build strength, mobility and calm so you can move freely, energetically and confidently. So you can say “yes” to every adventure.

Work matters. But so do joy, connection, curiosity - and a strong, resilient body that carries you through it all. 🧡

👉 Share this with someone you care about as a little reminder to make time for themselves.

22/10/2025

Something that is so precious but grossly undervalued by far too many people is our fitness, health and wellbeing.

Something truly amazing happens when we give ourselves the gift of time, attention, and a fresh start… when we move intentionally, breathe deeply, and nurture our bodies.

Suddenly we notice what our body can do when we give it a chance.

Our health is everything.

My sister died at 51, a dear friend at 39, a cousin at 60, and my sister-in-law at 56. Those losses are the reason I’ll never stop reminding women like you - and me - that our health is the most valuable thing we have.

They’re why I speak up for your health with love and urgency - so you can be there, hale and hearty, living and loving life fully with the people who matter most.

We make time for work.

We make time for others.

This is your reminder to make time for you… because when you’re feeling good, everyone you care about benefits too.

💫 I’ve put together a 14-day Reset and Rebalance Programme to encourage you to dip your toes in the water and discover for yourself how small daily rituals can transform not just how you look but importantly - how you feel. 🌿

It’s only £27 and could just change your life 🧡

Click the link in the comments for more details.

20/10/2025

Today is World Osteoporosis Day but I’m not here to throw stats at you - you’ve seen them - but I do want to tell a salutary tale.

At 39, I was diagnosed with osteopenia. My sister had been diagnosed with breast cancer so bone health slipped to the back of my mind. Honestly it didn’t seem important even though I knew my mum had struggled badly with osteoporosis.

At 49 I retrained as a Pilates teacher - and still didn’t give it much thought - so when I was diagnosed with osteoporosis at 58 it came as a shock (it shouldn’t have done... I had the perfect recipe: family history, endometriosis, late pregnancy, early menopause) . My world felt like it had come crumbling down and I suddenly felt frail and old.

I gave myself a good talking to 😆

I took stock and realised the small, consistent things I’d been doing - moving daily, weight bearing exercise, eating well, calming my nervous system - were protecting me.

What I’ve come to understand is that we have to be proactive; we can’t wait for things to happen. We know our bones start losing strength from around age 30 so why don’t we ACT?

Whether we’re marathon runners, sporadic exercisers, not active at all - we all need to get the fundamentals right: posture, movement, nutrition, stress reduction. When that’s in place, it’s like a pyramid - these strong foundations give us the freedom to do whatever it is we want to do. Our mind becomes our only limitation!

It’s like a pyramid: you build the right foundations - embrace strength and resilience - and you’re ready to embrace life!!

The 14-Day Reset & Rebalance Programme sets you up beautifully for just £27.

Click the link in the comments ⬇️ to get it. Not sure if it's right for you? DM me and we'll chat 💛

29/09/2025

If exercise could be bottled, every doctor would be prescribing it.

Luckily the ‘pill’ is movement and the dose can be small, ‘taste’ delicious, take hardly any time to do AND there are no side-effects.

If you want:

Stronger bones ✅- exercise
Better sleep ✅- exercise
More energy and focus ✅ - exercise
Lower risk of chronic diseases (type 2 diabetes, cancers, heart disease, alzheimer's) ✅ - exercise
Stronger immune system ✅- exercise
A calmer, more resilient mind ✅- exercise
Enjoyment ✅- exercise

Truthfully - you don’t need a prescription. You just need a simple, effective approach that works with your body (whatever stage of life and level of fitness you are) and not against it.

Comment DAILY DOSE and I’ll give you access to THE WELL for 14 days free, so you can discover how powerful a daily dose of movement (wrapped up in love and care) can be.

This is THE online wellness space designed to help you build strength, energy, and resilience with short, simple practices that fit into real life.

Here's what you can expect:

→In 7 days you'll start to feel a lift in energy & mood.
→In 14 days you'll begin to notice feeling stronger, a greater sense of ease in your body, and wellness habits falling into place.

Email me sarah@thevitalityblueprint.com with DAILY DOSE in the subject and I’ll share all the details.

27/09/2025

As you know, one thing I feel quite strongly about is that we need to be continually pushing ourselves to do things we haven’t done before.

It can be a bit scary but that’s the whole point. If we stay in our lane, day in and day out, life tends to pass us by. We feel stuck in a rut.

But when we rev things up a bit, try something new, something magical can happen - and that’s exactly what happened for me yesterday.

I joined an amazing group of women brought together by @mrsbdoesmidlife.

For the virgin wildswimmers🙋, the beautifully humble gave us tips and gentle encouragement, and the next thing I knew I was swimming in 13C water surrounded by the staggering beauty of Crummock Water in the Lake District, in the company of 16 wonderful women supporting each other.

Thank you for being such fab comany ... Enjoyed it so much I’m off again ….

Are you a wildswimmer or a virgin one like me?

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