Freedom Fitness and Wellbeing

10/11/2025

Who’s ready to start 2026 feeling grounded, strong, and focused?

I’m running a 4-week Mind-Body Reset this January — all online via Zoom so you can join from anywhere.
It’s designed to help you clear your head, reconnect with your body, and build calm, consistent habits that last.

✨ Tuesdays (6–7 a.m.) — Journaling & hypnotherapy
💪 Thursdays (6:15–7 a.m.) — Lift & strength session

A gentle, powerful way to realign your energy and reset your focus for the year ahead — all before your day even begins.

Spaces are limited (and a few are already taken!) — inbox me for more info 🌿

26/10/2025

All-or-Nothing Thinking: Fitness, Life & Well-Being”

Hook:
“Ever catch yourself thinking: ‘If I can’t train hard today, I’ve failed’ or ‘If I slip up once, everything’s ruined’? That’s called all-or-nothing thinking—and it sneaks into fitness, work, and even daily life.”

Body / Explanation:
“I’m training to become a psychotherapeutic counselor, and part of my journey is learning how our thinking patterns affect our well-being. All-or-nothing thinking makes us feel like we either succeed perfectly or fail completely.

It shows up everywhere:
• Skipped a workout → ‘I’ve ruined my week.’
• Ate a treat → ‘My diet is over.’
• Missed a goal → ‘I’m terrible at this.’

Tip / Reframe:
“Life—and progress—is rarely black and white. Small wins matter. Skipping one session doesn’t erase all your hard work. Eating something outside your plan doesn’t undo your dedication. Next time you notice an extreme thought, ask: ‘Is it really 0 or 100? What’s the middle ground?’”

Connection to well-being:
“Combining my work as a personal trainer with learning psychotherapy is teaching me that mental habits are just as important as physical ones. Both shape our well-being.”

24/10/2025

BEFORE THE WORKOUT:
“Ugh, I’m tired.”
“I’ll start in 10.”
“Maybe tomorrow.”
🧠 Brain = full of excuses.

⚡️ AFTER THE WORKOUT:
“Why did I ever hesitate?”
“I feel unstoppable.”
“Let’s go again!”
🔥 Brain = flooded with dopamine + pride.

🧠 WHAT JUST HAPPENED:
Exercise literally rewires your brain.
🩸 More blood flow.
😁 More endorphins.
⬇️ Less cortisol (stress).
⬆️ More clarity, focus & confidence.

Every workout is a chemical upgrade —
not just for your muscles, but for your mind.

Next time your brain says “skip it,”
remind yourself:
👉 The hardest rep is getting started.

14/10/2025

So proud of my boy! 🥋 He earned his brown belt yesterday at martial arts 👊 — all thanks to his consistency, discipline, and respect. He shows up every single week, puts in the work, and gives it his all.
As a mum and a personal trainer, seeing him embrace fitness and dedication as a lifestyle makes me so proud ❤️

11/10/2025

💚 axSpA Warriors Club 💚

“From butt to chest — still the best.”

This year I was diagnosed with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) — a chronic inflammatory disease that mainly affects the spine and pelvis. It causes pain, stiffness, and fatigue, but you’d never know it by looking at someone. It’s a hidden condition that can take years to diagnose — on average 7–8 years in the UK alone.

🧠 Some quick facts:
• Around 1 in 200 people live with axSpA.
• It often starts in your teens or twenties.
• Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent long-term spinal damage.
• Movement and exercise are key parts of managing it — but so is rest and medication.

For me, it shows up as sacroiliac pain, sternum pain, shoulder pain, and elbow pain — sometimes all at once, sometimes one at a time. It’s unpredictable and exhausting, but I’m learning to listen to my body and adapt.

I’m still waiting to start my long-term treatment, but I’m incredibly grateful for the support I’ve had along the way — especially from my osteopath, Emily Coombs, who encouraged me to keep pushing for answers when things didn’t add up. 🙏

Finding community and awareness like this has helped me so much already. 💪

If you’ve got unexplained back pain, stiffness (especially in the morning), or pain that improves with movement — don’t ignore it. Ask your doctor about axial spondyloarthritis.

09/10/2025

Nothing makes me smile more than seeing mums and their little ones training together 🥰 Showing that exercise isn’t just about fitness — it’s about connection, confidence, and being a positive role model. This is exactly why I love what I do 💚

14/09/2025

Proud parent moment today 💙⚽ My son set himself a goal to score in his match… and he only went and did it! First goal AND his first goal-scoring medal 🏅🙌

Such a reminder that setting goals, believing in yourself, and putting in the effort pays off — whether it’s in football, fitness, or life.

Well done, Noah — you’ve inspired me today 👏 ❤️ l

13/09/2025

06/09/2025

Looking back over my 30s, I’m reminded of the strength, resilience and joy I found in movement. From 10Ks and half marathons, to endurance challenges and Tough Mudders — each medal represents a chapter of pushing myself beyond what I thought possible.

These events weren’t just about fitness; they taught me discipline, courage, and the power of community. They reminded me what it feels like to show up for myself, even on the toughest days.

Now, as I step into a new journey — training and studying to become a therapist — I carry those lessons with me. Just like running, this path is about endurance, patience, compassion, and discovering new depths of what we are capable of.

It’s exciting (and a little daunting!) to be shifting gears, but I know every mile I’ve run has prepared me for the miles ahead in this new chapter. 🧡

Here’s to honouring the past, and embracing what’s next.
NewChapter

03/09/2025

I wanted to share something personal. On Sunday I miscarried.
I know many people wait until after 12 weeks to share pregnancy news, but I’ve always valued honesty, transparency, and support. For me, that means being open about the hard parts too.

Right now I’m giving my body time to recover — focusing on rest, gentle walks, and seeing how I feel after a week before returning fully to exercise.

Sessions and dog care are still going ahead, but I may be a little quieter than usual. Thank you for your understanding. And if you’ve been through this too, please know you’re not alone. ❤️

08/08/2025

3 Peaks. 3 chapters of my life.

🏔️ Snowdon in my early 30s
⛰️ Scafell in my mid-30s
🗻 Ben Nevis now, at 40

It wasn’t one big challenge weekend — it was something I slowly ticked off as life unfolded.

Ben Nevis hit differently. Slower pace, deeper breath, stronger mindset.

…Still had to time it though 😅 — 6 hours 15 minutes, summit to car park.

Because I’m still me.