When can I do sit-ups?

This is a question that I was frequently asked during my Buggy Fitness classes, another popular one is when can I start running? With regards to sit-ups, NEVER is generally my answer, they are not functional and if you have a diastasis they will do more harm than good. There are so many other core exercises that replicate movements that …

Take baby steps please…..

  We are surrounded by images of  celebrity mums bouncing back into shape following the birth of their baby, undoubtedly this puts more pressure on new mum’s to get back to their pre-pregnancy shape at break-neck speed. Physically, as well as emotionally it is important to take it slowly and give your body time to heal; in the early days the most …

Popping our Parkrun Cherry!

Today, inspired by a client, we took part in our first Parkrun – all four of us! Such a great feeling to get up early (ish) on a Saturday morning and exercise together as a family, of course, it helped that the sun was shining and so nice to run along the river taking all the sights in. Running with my daughter, …