LJP Performance and Rehab

LJP Performance and Rehab Bristol based BASRaT accredited sports rehabilitator.

Struggling to keep your heels down when you ride? 👀Before you blame your stirrup length, let’s talk about what’s really ...
01/12/2025

Struggling to keep your heels down when you ride? 👀

Before you blame your stirrup length, let’s talk about what’s really happening.

Tight calves, poor ankle mobility, or hip compensation can make it impossible to maintain correct lower leg control.

When your ankles can’t absorb shock properly, your body looks for stability elsewhere, often in your thighs, knees, or hips. The result? A tense rider and an even tenser horse.

Working on your balance, stability, and lower limb mobility off the horse can make a huge difference in how you move on the horse.

This is exactly what we assess in my Rider Performance Clinics in Bristol, identifying your movement limitations and giving you a plan to correct them.

Move better. Ride stronger. Feel more balanced 🐴

DM to book your Rider Performance Clinic today ✉️ 

If you’re saying you “don’t have time,” what you really mean is it’s not a priority right now.But here’s the truth, a 45...
26/11/2025

If you’re saying you “don’t have time,” what you really mean is it’s not a priority right now.

But here’s the truth, a 45 minute sports rehab or massage session can save you hours (and £££) in the long run.

Ignoring niggles now often leads to bigger problems later.

Investing in regular recovery keeps you training consistently, reduces injury risk and boosts performance.

If you can scroll Instagram for an hour… you can book a session that actually helps you feel and move better 😉

Book your sports massage session in Bristol, small time investment, huge return for your body.

Tight hips holding you back? Whether you’re a rider, runner, or lifter, restricted hip mobility can affect your posture,...
24/11/2025

Tight hips holding you back? Whether you’re a rider, runner, or lifter, restricted hip mobility can affect your posture, power, and performance not to mention make sitting (or squatting) feel uncomfortable.

Here are 3 mobility exercises to help loosen things up and move better 👇

1. Hip Flexor Stretch

1. Hamstring Flossing (3x8 reps)
2. 90/90 Hip Stretch

These simple, low equipment movements can help:

- Reduce stiffness and soreness
- Improve squat and stride mechanics
- Support recovery between sessions

Consistency is key, aim to include these in your warm up or cool down 3-4 times a week.

Save this post for your next mobility session and start giving your hips the love they deserve!

If you’re always tight in the same spot after every workout, ride, or run that’s not just coincidence. It’s your body w...
19/11/2025

If you’re always tight in the same spot after every workout, ride, or run that’s not just coincidence.

It’s your body waving a red flag 🚩

Constant soreness or stiffness usually points to an underlying movement dysfunction, often from an old injury or imbalance that’s never been properly addressed.

For example, one of my Bristol clients with ankle metalwork after an Ironman kept getting tightness in the opposite hamstring because her body was compensating.

The fix? Not more ice. Not more rest.

But a smart mobility and prehab plan that tackles *why* that tightness keeps coming back.

Don’t forget to save this post ✨

You felt good… so you pushed it. And now? You’re back at square one.It’s one of the most common mistakes I see as a spor...
17/11/2025

You felt good… so you pushed it. And now? You’re back at square one.

It’s one of the most common mistakes I see as a sports rehabilitator, athletes, riders and gym goers coming back too soon because the pain went away.

But pain free doesn’t mean fully healed.

Rushing the process interrupts tissue repair, creates compensation patterns and can even cause new injuries elsewhere.

At my Bristol sports rehab clinic, I take a goal first approach, starting with your desired end point (whether that’s getting back to your sport or everyday movement) and building a structured, progressive plan to get there safely.

If you’ve been stuck in the “I felt fine but…” cycle it’s time to rehab in a way that fits you. 💙

Book your Sports Rehab Session in Bristol today 📍

Feeling like your calves are made of concrete? Whether you’re a runner, rider, or lifter, tight calves can throw off you...
12/11/2025

Feeling like your calves are made of concrete? Whether you’re a runner, rider, or lifter, tight calves can throw off your performance, impact your ankle mobility and increase injury risk.

Here are 3 evidence based mobility moves to help you move better and recover faster:

1️⃣ Ankle PAILs -strengthen at end range

2️⃣ Calf Raises - build control + resilience

3️⃣ Banded Ankle Mobilisations - restore smooth joint movement

These simple exercises can make a massive difference to your performance, but if pain or restriction keeps coming back, it’s time for a professional look.

If you’ve got an undiagnosed injury or sharp pain, stop here.

Book in for a Sports Rehab Assessment to rule out anything more serious before trying mobility work.

This isn’t your usual riding lesson. A Rider Performance Clinic focuses on you, your body, your movement, and the way t...
10/11/2025

This isn’t your usual riding lesson.

A Rider Performance Clinic focuses on you, your body, your movement, and the way that impacts your horse.

We’ll look at your biomechanics, spot the weak links and build a tailored plan to help you move better off the horse, so you can perform better on it.

Get ready to feel:

✅ Feel more balanced

✅ Ride with softer contact

✅ Build strength and mobility

✅ Reduce aches, tension, and fatigue

If you’ve ever felt like your horse is doing more of the work than you are… it’s time to change that.

Based in Bristol, sessions available now 📍

DM to book your Rider Performance Clinic and start riding stronger today!

Here’s your gentle reminder that you can’t do everything and that’s not failure, that’s being human. 💭Lately, between ru...
05/11/2025

Here’s your gentle reminder that you can’t do everything and that’s not failure, that’s being human. 💭

Lately, between running my business, moving into a new home and riding Jack, life has been… a lot. And I’ve realised something important: there are only so many hours in a day, and only so much energy to give. Sometimes, taking a step back isn’t weakness its essential ✨

When you’re constantly “on”, your body and mind eventually send signals to slow down, fatigue, aches, lack of focus, even irritability. And trust me, you can’t perform at your best (whether in sport, work, or life) when your cup is empty.

So, this week, I’m reminding myself and you to protect your capacity. It’s okay to say no to extra commitments, delay the non essentials, and take a moment to just breathe.

The world won’t fall apart if you rest.

Because when you do recharge, you come back stronger, for your business, your training and your horse. 🐴💪

Send this to someone who needs a little nudge to slow down before burnout hits.

Stop using your reins for balance, start using your core instead 💪🐴If you catch yourself clutching the reins to stay sta...
03/11/2025

Stop using your reins for balance, start using your core instead 💪🐴

If you catch yourself clutching the reins to stay stable, it’s a sign your core and shoulder stability need some love.

Riders should be able to support themselves with their seat and strength, not through their horse’s mouth.

At the Rider Performance Clinic in Bristol, we focus on improving your movement, balance, and stability so you can ride with confidence and control.

Every rider is different, that’s why we tailor each plan to your individual needs.

✨ Invest in your body, and your horse will thank you for it.

📍 Book your rider performance session today!

The life lesson I learnt at 12 that still shapes how I run my Bristol sports rehab clinic today ✨It’s simple: be nice to...
29/10/2025

The life lesson I learnt at 12 that still shapes how I run my Bristol sports rehab clinic today ✨

It’s simple: be nice to people.

From working at stables and earning ÂŁ2.27 an hour in a shoe shop, to now running a clinic where I help athletes, riders and active people move better, this one lesson has never left me.

It’s not about the fancy gadgets or gear. It’s about understanding people 💙

Everyone has a different story, a different reason to train and a different pace.

That’s why I adapt every sports rehab session, HumanTrak assessment, and sports massage to the individual because recovery and performance aren’t one size fits all.

Drop in the comments a lesson you learnt young that you still use today? ⬇️

This is one of the biggest fears I hear from new clients .If you’re already in pain, the last thing you want is to feel ...
22/10/2025

This is one of the biggest fears I hear from new clients .

If you’re already in pain, the last thing you want is to feel more broken.

Here’s the reality:

➡️ Rehab isn’t about pushing through pain.

➡️ It’s about finding the right exercises, the right load, and the right pace for your body.

➡️ You might feel a little discomfort at first, but it should settle as your tissues adapt and consistency will make those movements easier.

Sports rehab is designed to build you back up, not break you down 💪🏻

If you’ve been putting off rehab out of fear, this is your sign to start.

Got questions? Message me and let’s talk about it 📧

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Valesco Fitness Collective, 40-46 Albert Road
Bristol
BS20XA

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 8pm
Tuesday 6am - 8pm
Wednesday 6am - 8am
Thursday 6:15am - 8pm
Friday 6am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 12:45pm

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+447850154219

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