Soul to Sole

Soul to Sole Yoga classes, Reflexology, Reiki, Massage Therapies, Hopi Ear Candling, Ayurvedic Foot Massage.... Nikki McGrail (BWY/MFHT)
Holistic Therapist & Yoga Teacher.

My Mission Statement:

To help improve individuals health and wellbeing and bring about balance through Yoga and holistic therapies. I am fully qualified and insured. BWY Level 4 Yoga Teacher Diploma. BWYQ Level 4 Certificate in Teaching Gentle Years Yoga. (Chair Yoga)
Yin Immersion CPD course. RYT Yin Yoga & Ayurveda Certificate. BWY Foundation Course Level 1. I am trained in Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama, Relaxation and Mindfulness. I work at Wirral Leisure Centres as a Yoga Coach. VTCT Level 3 Massage Therapy Diploma (Swedish Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Indian Head Massage, Hot & Cold Stone therapy). Pregnancy Massage CPD course. Level 2 Swedish Massage. VTCT Level 3 Reflexology Diploma. Reflexology Lymph Drainage (RLD) CPD course. I am also an approved RLD practitioner. Level 5 Maternity Reflexology Certificate (AoR/Napier University). Advanced Maternity CPD course. Maternity Reflexology CPD course. Facial Reflexology CPD course (Bergman Method). WirralMet Thermal-Auricular Therapy Certificate. Reiki Usui Traditional System. Qualified Practitioner & Teacher. Please take a look at my website where all my treatments including prices are detailed.

I was reminded today it’s just over three weeks until Christmas! I went out for a meal with family last night and it was...
29/11/2025

I was reminded today it’s just over three weeks until Christmas! I went out for a meal with family last night and it was nice to see all the festive decorations!

I’ve got limited availability at the salon over December and am in the process of organising and confirming the last appointments. Take care of yourselves. Nikki 🙏🏻❄️☃️

I am so grateful to work as a holistic therapist and yoga teacher. As part of my work I have met many amazing people, cl...
23/11/2025

I am so grateful to work as a holistic therapist and yoga teacher. As part of my work I have met many amazing people, clients who have also become friends.

I continue to receive lovely, thoughtful gifts, a few I have pictured here ❤️❤️

I was also gifted tickets to a comedy show by a family friend. I laughed so much this evening! Do what makes your heart happy.

I am so grateful to be able to work with and support others, meet and connect with people. Take care of yourselves. Nikki 🙏🏻

08/11/2025

Chair based foot and leg exercises to help manage Plantar Fasciitis.

It is a common foot problem affecting up to 10-15% of the population. It is a condition causing pain in the heel, sole and/or arch of the foot.*

Keeping the feet, toes, achilles tendons and calves flexible, mobile and strong, can improve foot biomechanics and reduce stress on the foot. In addition, wearing supportive footwear and changes in lifestyle can also reduce symptoms.

As a Yoga teacher and Reflexologist I teach and recommend exercises to class attendees and Reflexology clients when asked. Please note you should work within your own range of movement. You should only feel gentle traction, a stretch in the target areas, if any exercise crosses the threshold into anything you quantify as pain, (e.g. a sharp, burning or penetrating sensation), please discontinue. Take care of yourselves 🙏🏻

*NHS Royal Berkshire, NHS Foundation Trust

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I was at the Oval earlier today teaching Chair and Hatha Yoga. I paused to look around and admire the autumn colours: th...
04/11/2025

I was at the Oval earlier today teaching Chair and Hatha Yoga.

I paused to look around and admire the autumn colours: the red, orange and yellow hues. Slowing down to admire all the season has to offer. Take care of yourselves, Nikki 🙏🏻

A reminder of my December and Christmas salon opening times ⬇️I’m already taking bookings. I look forward to hearing fro...
30/10/2025

A reminder of my December and Christmas salon opening times ⬇️

I’m already taking bookings. I look forward to hearing from you. Take care of yourselves! Nikki 🙏🏻

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19/10/2025

Future proofing the body, living as healthy as you can for as long as you can…

As the body ages it can become frail and keeping visceral fat at bay can be challenging particularly as hormones fluctuate.

As the body ages, making sure you don’t lose muscle and gain visceral fat is key. Keeping active is so important in whatever way you can.

I’ve been teaching Chair Yoga for close to four years now and I love to see how people develop their strength, mobility, balance, coordination and confidence. Many transition to my mat based classes, Yin and Hatha or to my all standing Mindful Stretching class.

This is a hip flow I practice and teach regularly at my Yin and Hatha classes to keep mobile and flexible. Deer pose (Mrigasana), twists and lifts (repeat on the other side). A rotation of the hips and upper body, a good way to release tension in the hips and groin and a gentle rotation into the spine.

It’s self care Sunday, take care of yourselves! Nikki 🙏🏻
A reminder of my yoga schedule:
⭐️Oval

Tue|11am-12pm Chair Yoga
Tue|12.15pm-1.15pm Hatha Yoga
Thurs|11.30am-12.30pm Chair Yoga
Thurs|12.45pm-1.45pm Mindful Stretching

⭐️West Kirby Concourse 

Tue|6.40pm-7.40pm Hatha Yoga

⭐️Bidston Sports & Activity Centre 

Wed|11.15am-12.15pm Hatha Yoga

⭐️Guinea Gap 
Wed|12.45pm-1.30pm Chair Yoga
Wed|1.45pm-2.45pm Yin Yoga
Booking is essential, at reception or 📞 0151 606 2010

I decided to stop off at the beach on my way home from the salon for a dose of vitamin sea. It was good to pause and ref...
10/10/2025

I decided to stop off at the beach on my way home from the salon for a dose of vitamin sea. It was good to pause and reflect, enjoy the view and take in the sea air. I love being close to the sea, it is one of my happy places.

Each day I log all the positive experiences I got to live that day, some days they can be small, other days they’re bigger. I’ve learned over the years to identify and not stress over stuff that is outside of my control, recognising that feelings pass, sitting with them, knowing it’s ok to be sad or upset, it’s ok not to be ok. Be kind to yourself and others. It’s World Mental Health Day, take care of yourselves. Nikki 🙏🏻

A welcome stop off after a busy morning. I hope you all had a lovely weekend! Take care of yourselves. Nikki 🙏🏻         ...
28/09/2025

A welcome stop off after a busy morning. I hope you all had a lovely weekend! Take care of yourselves. Nikki 🙏🏻

28/09/2025

A 180 view of my treatment room.

I’ve got the following appointments available in October:

Friday 3rd October @ 1.30pm
Saturday 4th October @ 11.30am
Saturday 4th October @ 1.30pm
Friday 10th October @ 11.30am
Friday 24th October @ 11.30am
Friday 24th October @ 1.30pm
Saturday 25th October @ 11.30am
Saturday 25th October @ 1.30pm

Please DM to book. I’ll be posting my Christmas timetable next week. I look forward to hearing from you. Take care of yourselves. Nikki 🙏🏻

The, almost, full moon peaking through the clouds this evening. The full moon is tomorrow. The Corn Moon, is also a bloo...
06/09/2025

The, almost, full moon peaking through the clouds this evening. The full moon is tomorrow. The Corn Moon, is also a blood moon lunar eclipse. The reddish hue can be seen in the photo. Fingers crossed the night sky tomorrow evening is clear enough to view the full moon.

A full moon is a time of reflection, a time to pause and look back on the past month, what worked, what didn’t, making changes and moving forward. It’s also a time to recharge crystals, they can be left out on window sills overnight. Take care of yourselves, Nikki 🙏🏻

“It’s just wear and tear,” learn to live with it or take this medication, does this sound familiar to you?Osteoarthritis...
15/08/2025

“It’s just wear and tear,” learn to live with it or take this medication, does this sound familiar to you?

Osteoarthritis (OA), is often referred to as the ‘wear and tear’ arthritis. In OA the cartilage structure changes, becoming harder and less flexible. There are factors that increase the risk of OA including family history, obesity and injury.

Recently this narrative changed, OA is now referred to as ‘wear and repair’ arthritis. Exercise although it may feel counterintuitive can alleviate symptoms. Exercise strengthens the muscles and supports the joints.

The wear and tear we experience in our body is different than wear and tear experienced in non living objects like shoes or cars.

Regular daily use of our joints strengthens the muscles and supports the joints, it does not cause OA. However, the underuse or overuse of our joints can.

A sedentary lifestyle results in weak muscles and can cause OA as does excessive exercise, for instance, heavy weightlifting or running marathons may exceed the ability of our joints to repair themselves. When we graze our skin, our bodies can repair the skin, this is the same for our joints, our bodies can reverse some of the damage. Exercising and keeping active can also delay the onset and progression of arthritis.

I work with and teach functional movement. I noticed stiffness in my hands, including loss of grip, however working with anti-arthritic exercises over the years my grip strength and symptoms improved greatly.

“As we use our joints, the cells are not worn away but are renewed constantly. “Wear and tear” occurs in objects that do not have life. Our bodies have life, meaning our joints go through wear and repair.”*

Yoga and walking are two of my favourite activities, what are yours? Take care of yourselves. 🙏🏻

*Dr George Ampat. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon. From ‘A Free From Pain Series’ publication.

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41 Market Street
Moreton
CH472BG

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Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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Nikki McGrail (BWY/MFHT)

YOGA & HOLISTIC THERAPIES.

BWY Level 4 Yoga Teacher Diploma. Yin Immersion CPD course. RYT Yin Yoga & Ayurveda Certificate. BWY Foundation Course Level 1.

VTCT Level 3 Massage Therapy Diploma (Swedish Massage, Aromatherapy, Indian Head Massage, Stone Therapy (hot & cold stones)). Pregnancy Massage CPD course. Level 2 Swedish Massage.