Pure Balance Physio & Pilates : Nikki Laing

07/08/2025

"Determination, with an optimistic attitude, is the key to success.”
- 14th Dalai Lama, spiritual leader

🎉This week was a mammoth milestone in rehabilitation, showing that whatever hurdles are thrown in your way, never give up hope that one day things will get better.

🩼2019 I ruptured my lateral ligament complex of my ankle playing badminton🏸

Despite extensive Physiotherapy & rehabilitation, the ankle still felt unstable and would swell and cause pain on low levels of activity. 😢I’d settled in my mind that maybe Badminton would be a past hobby and I’d be on the sidelines watching the kids.

🏥In Dec 2022 Mr Richard Freeman (Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Sussex) carried out a lateral ligament reconstruction and rehab started again. I was 5 months into rehab when the Pericarditis hit and I had to stop all exercise (apart from Pilates) until March this year.

💪🏻In May this year rehab started again and this week I was back on the court playing badminton with my 10 year old daughter, 12 year old nephew and my 18 year old son. 🏸

🥰Never give up hope, never stop moving forwards. It’s taken me 6 years from initial injury to being back on the court. It will take me a bit more practice to play 1:1 with my older boys (unless I want to get absolutely annihilated) but my 10 year old is a perfect playing partner for getting game practice in.

💬Get in touch if you need help getting back on track to doing what you love whether that’s a sport, hobby or activities of daily living.

31/07/2025

🥰And that’s a wrap for the last class before the summer break.

You’ve all been amazing and worked super hard this week💪🏻… for current clients, enjoy the videos over the next 4 weeks.

🏋️‍♀️Just a reminder of the 2 most popular exercises this week building on leg strength, pelvic to rib control, shoulder strength and range of motion.

Have a great August and I look forward to seeing you back in September.

📣1:1 Physio and pilates Clinics will continue through August

🤩Kirsty’s Saturday classes will continue for 3 more weeks

01/07/2025

💦Hydration is key💦

4 Pilates classes happening today in this heat…

💦Hydration is crucial during exercise because it helps regulate body temperature, maintains bodily functions, and prevents performance decline.

🥵Dehydration can lead to fatigue, muscle cramps, and decreased physical and cognitive performance

25/06/2025

One of the best things about my job is helping clients to achieve their goals and boost their independence. One of my recently discharged patients has written this lovely review…

“I came to see Nikki after suffering a major fall (two fractured shoulders, one fractured knee and a fractured wrist and finally a broken thumb). My first impressions of Nikki was one of professionalism but also that she was confident that she could help me.

It wasn’t just my physical abilities that were affected but my confidence in basic tasks for example walking, household tasks etc, it took a while but eventually week by week I was able to walk unaided, and towards the end was confident enough to get a train to Brighton, something I could never have thought possible.

Nikki’s encouragement and positivity changed what was a fear of disability to having a normal life, so I would have no hesitation in recommending Nikki”

Julie

17/06/2025

🤔Are you wanting to get stronger and fitter? ✅

Are you wanting to improve your balance and flexibility? ✅

Do you want the support of a highly knowledgable Physio and Pilates Instructor? ✅

If so, get in touch

We have 2 new classes starting in Haywards Heath in July.

02/06/2025

When an admin day gives a gym break in the middle of the day 💪🏻

What are you doing to move your body today?

23/05/2025

📣I’m delighted to share some big news…

Kirsty Pendleton is back teaching with Pure Balance Physio and Pilates. 🎉

We are excited that she is adding 2 new Pilates classes to our current weekly calendar starting in July.

Classes are limited to 10 in a class so get in touch now as these will fill quickly.

15/05/2025

Super excited about something on the horizon… working hard behind the scenes to get it up and running.

Can’t wait to share with you when it’s set in stone…

08/05/2025

🤔Are you thinking of getting stronger💪🏻 and fitter? ✅

Are you wanting to improve your balance and flexibility? ✅

👀I have a rare space on my Tuesday Pilates 🧘🏻‍♀️ class 8pm at London Mead school, Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill.

Would you like it? If so, get in touch soon… it won’t stick around for long… 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏃🏼

22/04/2025

The sun ☀️ is shining and I am back teaching all 4 classes today after my Breast Cancer break! 🥰

A massive thank you 🤗to Amy and Susan for holding the fort and being such wonderful instructors whilst I took time out.

I’m looking forward to seeing you all this week. We’ll be starting by waking up those feet with Mexican waves! I know you all love those! 🥰

11/04/2025

🥰Love this quote by Dick Van D**e, showing the true power of exercise!

“At 30, I used to exercise to look good. At the age of 50 to be fit. At 70 not to be padded in a bed. At 80 to be able to live without assistance. Now at 99 I do it out of pure defiance. ”
Dick Van D**e

07/04/2025

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🥰Happy World Health Day! 🌍

As someone deeply passionate about personal health and empowering transformation, I’m sending a little reminder—take a moment today to cherish your well-being.

Whether it’s a stroll in nature🌻, a good book📖 , or a burst of creativity🎨, find what makes you feel alive!😀

Prioritise your health today for a stronger and healthier future. 💪❤️