Who I work with
Exercise should fit the person, not the other way round
I work with adults with a range of neurological conditions, disabilities and individual support needs, as well as people who are simply looking to improve their health and fitness.
Everyone has different experiences, abilities and goals. My approach is to understand what matters to you, find out what works best for you, and build a programme around your needs. Exercise doesn't have to be complicated, and you don't need to fit a particular mould to get started.
Overall health and fitness
I will work with you on general health and fitness goals such as:
- Getting into a exercise routine
- Improving your overall diet
- Losing weight
- Gaining muscle
- Improving your balance
- Improving your confidence
- Improving your endurance
Neurological Conditions
I have experience supporting people living with neurological conditions, including:
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Stroke
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Brain injury
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Multiple sclerosis (MS)
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Motor neurone disease (MND)
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Spinal cord injury
Exercise can support strength, balance, mobility, fitness and everyday activities. Training is adapted to your abilities, symptoms, goals and how you feel on the day.
Whether your goal is to maintain independence, improve your physical capacity or take on a new challenge, we can work together to find an approach that suits you.
Runners
Want to get into running? or have a big race coming up? Either or I will work with you to create a sustainable running plan which incorporates nutrition, mobility and strength work to keep you injury free and striding towards your goals.
I do not want to keep running to only those without a medical condition or disability therefore I work with anyone who is ready and safe to get into running.
I have helped a 60 year old with rheumatoid arthritis run a 5k pb and a half marathon and engage people with Parkinson's in running for the first time in their life.
Running is for anyone!
Neurodivergence and other learning disabilities
Exercise should be accessible to people with different ways of thinking, learning and communicating.
I welcome autistic adults, adults with ADHD and adults with intellectual or learning disabilities. Sessions can be adapted to make training more comfortable, understandable and manageable for you.
This might mean clear, direct instructions, a consistent session structure, written plans in advance, fewer exercises at a time or taking things at a pace that works for you.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach. I'll take the time to understand your preferences and work with you to find what helps you get the most out of exercise.
You don't need a formal diagnosis to ask for adjustments or tell me what helps you feel comfortable and confident.