Since just before Christmas we have been in a tier 5 lockdown and this is unlikely to change for the next few weeks. Therefore, all classes and PT sessions are currently being run over Zoom. I have merged the Bootcamp and beginners session into one Saturday morning group which works surprisingly well. There are always ways to make exercises easier and harder and the joy of Zoom is that if you want to take a slightly longer rest, most people wouldn’t even know!

I am able to take on new personal training clients but the initial client consultation and subsequent PT sessions would all need to take place over Zoom until the rules are relaxed a little. It’s not how I would like to do personal training sessions but it does work.

Classes are mainly bodyweight exercises with just a chair or low table to hand to help with a couple of additional exercises. More recently we have been using some dumbbells or resistance bands which people have at home (often dusted off from the back of a cupboard/garage). This means we can do some different exercises and different styled workouts. A lot of people have bands but not entirely sure how to use them in their workouts so this has proved popular. I always like to have a focus on core work, especially at the moment with people sitting for longer periods at home, often less exercise. The core muscles quickly get lazy which can lead to lower back/glute/or leg pain, so we work the whole core for all ability levels.

Sessions also include a good warm up and cool down often incorporating some yoga based stretches which is a physically and mentally beneficial way to finish. If you fancy giving a session a try (first class is free) then get in touch. It’s a great way to start the weekend and boost your mood!