FLexercise with Jane at Liverpool and Warrington

26/12/2025

All of us in FLexercise are saddened to hear of the death of Iain Douglas Hamilton. His mother Prunella Stack, our late President, was so proud of him and loved to talk about his work and family. We send love and sympathy to his wife Oria and his family, especially to Saba who succeeded her grandmother as President of FLexercise. Her wonderful video message played at our recent 95th Anniversary Celebrations brought her closer to us. Iain was a remarkable man from a remarkable family.
Margaret Peggie

Conservationist who devoted his life to the study and preservation of the African elephant

26/12/2025

Wishing our FLexercise friends and family, wherever you may be, a convivial and peaceful Christmas.







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14/11/2025

Warmest congratulations to FLexercise Vice President, Margaret Peggie, seen here receiving a special long service award from HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, in his capacity as President of the Sport and Recreation Alliance (S+RA).

It was a special occasion for S+RA, combining the organisation’s Annual General Meeting and their 90th Anniversary celebrations at St James’s Palace.

FLexercise are proud to be long-standing members of S+RA, and we are exceptionally proud of Margaret!



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20/10/2025

We're always delighted to see the success of EMD UK's delivery partners and FLexercise has hit a particularly exciting milestone - 95 years in business! That’s some staying power!

FLexercise started out as the Women’s League of Health and Beauty in 1930, the brain child of Mary Bagot Stack. Her system of exercise, with good posture as a core component, quickly captured the imagination of the nation. Sadly Mary died in 1935 and didn’t get to see her work evolve, but her daughter, Prunella, took the reins and continued with Mary’s dream - bringing the joy of movement and exercise to 1000s of women in person and online.

Naturally FLexercise are very proud to still be here, 95 years later, holding their own in an industry that has changed immeasurably. Long may it continue. Find out more about their journey here:

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20/10/2025

FLexercise Classes are fantastic for helping to strengthen bones in an enjoyable and fun way.

The theme for World Osteoporosis Day 2025 is ‘It’s Unacceptable!’. The knowledge and tools exist to prevent fragility fractures caused by osteoporosis, yet many people go undiagnosed and untreated.

Healthy bones are integral to our overall well-being and independence.

Weight-bearing exercise makes you work against gravity, ‘loading’ and strengthening the bones. Research suggests that exercise can actually increase bone density - definitely a top reason to keep active with FLexercise!









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13/10/2025

The most amazing weekend ever. Absolutely brilliant!

What a wonderful day our 95th anniversary celebration proved to be. You can’t put a price on the value of reconnecting with friends, enjoying classes and performances, or simply just appreciating the League, its rich history and the difference it has made to so many.

To our wonderful teachers and participants, thank you, thank you, thank you! And an even bigger thank you to the Events Team and their trusty team of volunteers for making this special day a reality!



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📸 Seb Quigley

09/06/2025

Coming to class is a great way to meet new friends and chat, and have a healthier lifestyle.

Feeling part of a community, and belonging, goes a long way to combat loneliness. It’s a matter of finding something you will enjoy and taking those steps to walk through the door and join in.

If exercise to music sounds appealing, FLexercise’s community based classes are highly recommended. The exercise will lift your mood, leaving you energised and feeling great - it’s a wonderful way to meet people and make friends.




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06/06/2025

If your going for a walk, think about your posture!

Good body alignment is an essential ingredient in supporting good health, and has been a core component of FLexercise’s exercise principles for an amazing 95 years.

Maintaining the natural curves of the spine and the balance between the head, shoulders, pelvis and feet helps to prevent excess strain on the joints, muscles and spine.

Improved posture means that we stand and move more freely, daily activities become easier… inevitably we look and feel better.







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05/06/2025

This sounds like a brilliant event, hope to see you there.

🐴🌿HARTHILL FESTIVAL⛪️🚂

24/05/2025

This will be a marvellous day.

09/05/2025

The conservation and protection of elephants has long been a driving passion for Prunella’s son, Iain Douglas-Hamilton, and his daughter, our President, Saba Douglas-Hamilton.

We share their delight in announcing that the award winning documentary, ‘A Life Among Elephants’, featuring Ian Douglas-Hamilton, will be broadcast on Channel 4 on Saturday 10th May at 16:25pm for the first time. Definitely one to watch and to record!

📸 A family pose with a C185 research plane. Prunella and Iain, Oria (Iain's wife) sitting. Sisters Saba and Dudu on the plane, Saba sitting, with Dudu standing above her.




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08/05/2025

In the last week we have enjoyed some glorious, sunny weather - the sort of weather when you don’t need a coat when you go out. However, the weather is a fickle thing.

In many establishments, the heating goes on in October and is turned off in May. It often affects the halls and spaces that our classes take place in. So, just in case it’s gone a bit chilly and the heating is off, remember that a few light layers will help to keep you cosy at the start of class. They can be removed as you warm up, and can be put on again for the floor work if needed.




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