Mairi Thompson Holistic health, Buderim (2025)

17/07/2025

🧠 Ask Better Questions. Get Better Results.

If you’re working with women in peri or post-menopause, it’s time to level up your conversations. Here’s why:

🤔 Not asking about menopause symptoms or hormones? You’re potentially missing a huge piece of the puzzle. These things affect energy, recovery, motivation—and your client’s ability to show up. Learn how to ask in a way that feels normal, not nosy.

🫣Avoiding the pelvic floor chat? It might feel awkward, but it’s essential. You can’t safely program high-impact training or heavy lifting without knowing what’s going on down there. Asking doesn’t have to be clinical—it can be part of a normal intake convo.

🤷‍♀️Don’t ask what you’re not ready to work with. If your pre-screening form asks about joint pain or flexibility, make sure you actually know what to do with that info. Otherwise, it’s just noise.

💬 I was chatting to a THRIVE course grad recently about the importance of understanding joint range of motion—like hamstring flexibility—to better progress clients, prevent injury, and actually solve problems.

🚀 It’s not about asking more questions. It’s about asking the right ones—and knowing what to do next.

BTW—if you’re not sure what a healthy hamstring ROM looks like or how to test it, join my free online communityThe Menopause Health Hub for fitness professionals and check out my post on it.

Easy, breezy learning—no judgment.
Comment or DM me the word Hub and I’ll share the group details

21/06/2025

I’m delighted to be hosting the next menopause masterclass for fitness professionals at Frenchs Forest, Sydney in August!

Jump in quick if you want to come along- I’ve only got a few spots left!

What’s included?
🧠 A massive level up in your knowledge on menopause health and fitness

🤸‍♀️ A huge amount of practical skills you can take away and implement straight away with your clients- and into your own programs

🫶 Being surrounded by a room full of fitness professionals who are aiming to be at the forefront of women’s health and fitness

✨ Inspiration and motivation to step into the next phase of your business

💪 A pathway to success

Oh, and CEC points, ice baths, breathwork, strength training, plyometrics, menopause nutrition guidelines, my 20+yrs experience as a clinical therapist and movement specialist.

19/06/2025

Celebrating 24 years of being a massage therapist.

Some people that know me now, have no idea that I have spent the last 24 years as a sport & remedial & myofascial massage therapist.

What a fabulous career I have had being a therapist and what I a lot I have learnt-about the human body, the human mind, and the power of massage therapy.

I’ve had the honour of being part of the Australian medical team at Commonwealth and Olympic Games, World Championships, and International regatta’s all across the globe. I have worked in sports medicine clinics, physio clinics, hospitals, studio’s, spa’s, make shift outdoor rig ups and everything in between and sometimes with my baby in tow!

People come to massage for a number of reasons- whether it’s a high performance athlete, or an elderly client, pregnant client or your ‘average’ Joe blog.

Nearly all carry some sort of ‘stress’-physical or mental and look to the power of hands on therapy to help them feel better, perform stronger or recover easier.

Stress can sabotage the best laid training plans, diets and exercise programs if not addressed properly, and this need to manage stress amplifies for women in the menopause years.

This is why I have created the Stress Less in menopause retreat and myofascial workshop as understanding the impact that stress has on the physical body and mind is CRUCIAL for success in the gym and on the training field.

Learning how to unwind the myofascial system can provide enormous relief for menopausal joint pain, and I will be teaching fitness professionals how to integrate these types on stretches into the gym and studio settings.

Using my 24 years experience as a sport, remedial and myofascial therapist, I have created simple tools, tricks and protocols to help you- and your clients manage stress better and I’m so excited to share this at the retreat and workshop.

I only have 2 spots left for the 2 day and the 1 day retreat and I have an EOFY special discount for those that want it.
You just have to put your hand up 🙋‍♀️ and I’ll send on the details.

12/06/2025

EOFY Retreat Special – Only 2 Rooms Left!

Bring your biz bestie and split the cost of a luxury twin-share room for a fully immersive, tax-deductible weekend away.

EOFY savings to be had!!! Bookings need to be made by JUNE 30th to get the discount!

What’s included:

- Myofascial stretch + anatomy workshop
- Stress management tools you’ll actually use
- Nutrition & recovery strategies for menopausal clients
- Sauna + ice bath experience
- Fireside brainstorming + connection
- Walk away recharged with clarity and tools you can use Monday

Retreat dates: July 25–27 Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Offer ends JUNE 30TH (or when the last 2 rooms go!)

📩 DM me or comment retreat to grab your spot before they’re gone.

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10/06/2025

Ever heard the Scottish 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 saying “You don’t know your arse from your elbow”?

It’s a cheeky way of saying someone’s a bit lost — especially when it comes to the basics.

In the fitness world, that can be anatomy. And let’s be honest, many PTs and instructors finish their training still feeling a bit fuzzy on what’s actually happening with muscles and joints.

If you’ve ever second-guessed where a muscle starts, ends, or what it even does…you’re not alone.

But here’s the thing: knowing your anatomy doesn’t just make you sound smart — it makes your programming better, your cueing clearer, and your results stronger.

So, do YOU know your TFL from your ITB?

Do you know how to check for pelvic instability?

Do you know what ROM is deemed ‘normal’ for the major joints in the body?

Do you actively help your menopausal client when she comes to you with aching joints and can’t do her workout properly?

Do you offer advice, solutions or support for your menopausal clients who are struggling to understand what’s happening to their bodies in menopause?

If you answered YES to ALL of the above then please drop me your contact details because I have a tonne of clients needing you as their PT!

If you answered NO, but want to learn, then come to the Stress Less in Menopause retreat and myofascial workshop and I’ll teach you.

Happening in QLD in July! Grab the last spots whilst you can.

DM me for booking details or drop the word retreat below and I’ll send them in!

05/06/2025

Carley from isn’t in menopause-and yet, managing her stress changed everything:
😴 Better sleep
🏋️Stronger lifts
🙌 And last weekend? She sold out her very first menopause workshop at her gym.

While Carley figured out the stress piece for herself — I’ve been proud to support her as she’s grown into a menopause specialist and leader in her fitness community. 🔥

Here’s why this matters:

Most trainers underestimate the impact of stress in menopause.

But if you’re not teaching women how to manage it, you’re missing a critical piece of the puzzle- for their strength and yours.

You don’t need to be in menopause to specialise in it.

You just need the right tools, education — and space to connect the dots.

That’s what the Stress Less in Menopause Retreat and myofascial workshop is all about:

For fitness professionals who want to support their clients better, and themselves too.

🧘‍♀️ 1-day or 2-day options
🧠 Hands-on training in stress, menopause hormones, injury management recovery & performance
📈 Guidance on building your own menopause offers — like Carley’s sold-out workshop

Whether you’re in menopause or not, this work matters.
And women are crying out for it.

Drop a 🧠 below or DM “RETREAT” for all the details.

04/06/2025

13 years married… there is a definite theme when I look through the photos- food drink and travel!
Can’t imagine doing all of that with anyone else.
It’s good to reflect over the years (and I really need to take more photos of just me and hubby!) and think of the journey we have taken together.
Till the next anniversary... 🥰

27/05/2025

Fitness Pro to Scalable Business owner.

Want to see exactly how I turned a $40 group class into a $900 scalable menopause fitness package- and I did it by adding just 1 extra hour to my week?

Grab the behind the scenes breakdown (FREE download).
DM me or drop the word FREEBIE and I’ll send it to you!

10/05/2025

I love working for myself, and I equally love coming together with other women running their own businesses to learn from, be inspired by and potentially collaborate with in the fitness industry.
The was a great day of learning, inspiration and networking. Thank you team Fuel and for putting this event on each and every year.
And it was great to catch up my friend and graduate from THRIVE . Shame we forgot to get a photo together! 🤦‍♀️

29/04/2025

2 things that must go together to build lean muscle, strengthen bones, manage weight and reduce circulating inflammation in menopause

1. Heavy weights (no more 2kg dumbbells!)
2. Having protein within an hour after your weights session
Fit pro’s- you might know this for yourself, but can you explain exactly WHY this is crucial for your female 35+ fitness clients?

Your clients don’t know what you know, so you need to help them understand that their body is different now heading into peri and post menopause, and therefore how you train and what you need to eat changes also.

If you can’t clearly explain the nuances of menopause in a way to your clients that they fully understand, they will keep repeating the same habits and you will potentially lose your client as they won’t get results.

Level up your menopause education on training and diet adaptations for women in menopause by attending my Menopause Masterclass for fitness professionals- next one Sunday May 4th on the Sunshine Coast!

DM me for rego details.

21/04/2025

👀 Fitness pros: If you think taking time off = losing money, this post is for you.

You don’t need to be grinding 24/7 or tied to your calendar to have a profitable business.

Here’s how I’ve set things up so I can travel, relax, and grow my business—even while I’m offline.

1.My paid monthly membership delivers consistent income—even when I’m not training clients live.
Recurring revenue = freedom to unplug.

2.Because I run my own business, I book masterclasses and coaching sessions around my calendar. No boss. No burnout.

3.Some of my online courses are evergreen, which means people can buy and learn anytime—without me needing to show up live.

4.I’m an affiliate for brands and programs I trust—and I offer affiliate partnerships in my own biz too. It’s a win-win for me and my graduates.

5.My CRM handles bookings, funnels, emails, content scheduling, and course access while I’m out living life.

6.Being the go-to for menopause fitness education means my workshops often sell out. Because I’m not just another PT—I’m a menopause exercise specialist.

7.I love what I do. So even when I travel, running a masterclass or coaching day,(or when I travelled with Olympic Sport) it feels like connection, not work.

8.After 20+ years in clinics and studios, my referral network helps new clients find me—without ads or hustle, plus my course graduates become part of my referral network too- meaning we can all tap into each others networks.

Ready to stop trading time for money?

There’s an easier way to run your business—especially if you’re passionate about making a difference in womens’ health and fitness for those aged 35+.

Want to learn how to this in your business?
👋 DM me “FREEDOM” and I’ll show you the first step.

21/04/2025

👀 Fitness pros: If you think taking time off = losing money, this post is for you.

You don’t need to be grinding 24/7 or tied to your calendar to have a profitable business.

Here’s how I’ve set things up so I can travel, relax, and grow my business—even while I’m offline.

1.My paid monthly membership delivers consistent income—even when I’m not training clients live.
Recurring revenue = freedom to unplug.

2.Because I run my own business, I book masterclasses and coaching sessions around my calendar. No boss. No burnout.

3.Some of my online courses are evergreen, which means people can buy and learn anytime—without me needing to show up live.

4.I’m an affiliate for brands and programs I trust—and I offer affiliate partnerships in my own biz too. It’s a win-win for me and my graduates.

5.My CRM handles bookings, funnels, emails, content scheduling, and course access while I’m out living life.

6.Being the go-to for menopause fitness education means my workshops often sell out. Because I’m not just another PT—I’m a menopause exercise specialist.

7.I love what I do. So even when I travel, running a masterclass or coaching day,(or when I travelled with Olympic Sport) it feels like connection, not work.

8.After 20+ years in clinics and studios, my referral network helps new clients find me—without ads or hustle, plus my course graduates become part of my referral network too- meaning we can all tap into each others networks.

Ready to stop trading time for money?

There’s an easier way to run your business—especially if you’re passionate about making a difference in womens’ health and fitness for those aged 35+.

Want to learn how to this in your business?
👋 DM me “FREEDOM” and I’ll show you the first step.

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