AJT Sports Therapy and Pilates Clinic

AJT Sports Therapy and Pilates Clinic Proactive healthcare clinic. Pain and injury management. Specialist in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal complaints & injuries. APPI Pilates instructor.

Clinic in the Whitby Club, supporting patients with both sporting and non-sporting injuries, joint conditions, muscular aches and pains. APPI Modified Pilates. Exercise Prescription. Advanced Sports Kinesiology, Running Assessments and Gait Re-education, Massage, Functional Movement correction. Orthopaedic Dry Needling

Talking fibre is so not sexy as all we think about are our bowel habits, but it’s not just that!Fibre forms a major part...
09/02/2026

Talking fibre is so not sexy as all we think about are our bowel habits, but it’s not just that!

Fibre forms a major part in maintaining gut health which, with reducing sugar, cutting out processes foods and drinking more water, has a massive bearing on all aspects of our health. It’s a big deal and we seriously underestimate its importance! Experts recommend we have 30g of it per day but only 4% of us women manage this.

Fibre can do a lot to support gut health; with the right amount of overall dietary fibre it’s reported to:

➡️ Control body weight
➡️ Control & possibly prevent hypertension
➡️ Helps balance blood cholesterol levels
➡️ Regulates bowel movements
➡️ Regulates sugar levels
➡️ Regulates the body’s satiation levels
➡️ Lowers risk of colon/breast cancer
➡️ Lowers the risk of diabetes

Did you know that there’s actually 2 types of fibre:

1️⃣ Soluble - draws water into your gut and softens your stool. It helps you feel fuller, lowers your cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Soluble fibre slows down the rate food leaves the stomach preventing spikes in our blood sugar. (Oats, nuts, seeds, apples & berries) We need about 1/4 of the daily 30g from this type - such as 40g porridge & an apple.

2️⃣ Insoluble - supports insulin sensitivity and may reduce the risk of diabetes. It attracts water into the bowel and helps promote regularity, adding bulk and moisture to waste to stop constipation. (Brown rice, wheat bran, fruits & veg) 3/4 of our 30g should come from this type of fibre - such as 40g wheat bran, 1 banana and 3 spears of broccoli.

So are you getting enough?!
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Let the Menopause revolution start!Last night saw the launch of my 12 week MENOPAUSE HEALTH PROGRAMME on Teams, meeting ...
09/02/2026

Let the Menopause revolution start!

Last night saw the launch of my 12 week MENOPAUSE HEALTH PROGRAMME on Teams, meeting with 20 amazing women up for the challenge of changing their lives! Ranging from early perimenopause to post menopause the diversity is wonderful but the principles all the same. They’re going to be working hard with protein consumption, sleep logging, hydration, looking at gut health with anti inflammatory food diversity, counting their steps and stress management.

The WhatsApp group is a so supportive and fun already…..I’m looking forward to seeing “strong not skinny” results!!!

Let’s go Menopause Mafia, you have so bloody got this girls, I’m your wing man throughout 💕
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They certainly are not, so its important to do your research, find your tribe and your vibe!As I come up to my 13th Anni...
06/02/2026

They certainly are not, so its important to do your research, find your tribe and your vibe!

As I come up to my 13th Anniversary of teaching Pilates it’s a great time to reflect, classes are crazy busy, I’m teaching just over 100 people a week and cannot tell you how much I love this part of my job.

As a clinic-led Pilates instructor I do things differently and pride myself in the education and drive that my classes offer. Not all Pilates studios/classes are the same and I know that mine are a tad different! I believe I deliver quality instruction, strong depth of anatomy knowledge, advanced training and a sense of fun too, but I work my crews hard! As a sports therapist I work to rehab principles daily and having screened every client before they start Pilates I know capabilities and so can tailor moves dramatically in each session.

With a BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy my Pilates and clinic are so intrinsically intertwined and patients/pilates clients can be confident that my knowledge is robust and up-to-date, with hours of continuous professional education per year to remain with my governing body.

It’s not just bums on mats for me
It’s not 30 people in a room
It’s not just the latest Insta trend

It’s focus and fun
It’s education and passion for movement
It’s a genuine love of seeing people grow
It’s 12 in a room so I can monitor and adjust,
It’s making you feel like you matter.

Whether you’re managing pain, returning after injury, building strength as you get older, or simply want to move better — you’re supported by experience, not guesswork.

I am now in search of new premises to extend my class offering, to add in another class for beginners, my clinical yoga with mindfulness and one for ante/post natal ladies…..watch this space! The trial POWER PILATES is staying on the timetable too, early starts are ok for me!

So going into my 14th year of teaching next month, I can’t quite believe how lucky I am. Thank you for making my journey so rich
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Right girls, we need a shift and a shift to sharing, not gate keeping!! If you’re over 45 and going through the “change”...
03/02/2026

Right girls, we need a shift and a shift to sharing, not gate keeping!! If you’re over 45 and going through the “change” I’m starting up a free group “Menopause Monday”. No weigh ins, no stupid diets, just accountability and friendship - checking in on a minimum step count, water intake, protein levels, strength training and sleep. The group starts next week and has just been opened to my Pilates members first and will have different intakes over the next few months.

So come on and join the revolution, be accountable, be brave, be bold, be strong!!
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This week’s Sunday stroll podcast was an hour of fabulous information about women heading into menopause and beyond - co...
02/02/2026

This week’s Sunday stroll podcast was an hour of fabulous information about women heading into menopause and beyond - covering the need to lift heavy, sleep and creatine. Dr Stacy Sims never disappoints. It is an absolutely fabulous listen without having too much medical and gym jargon…..a fab find of a podcast!

https://youtu.be/x8TAAzTQHmE?si=7Zmw5-EAywD7-Wbg
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“Won’t it stunt their growth?!" Original concerns of youth involvement in weightlifting were definitely related to the ...
29/01/2026

“Won’t it stunt their growth?!" Original concerns of youth involvement in weightlifting were definitely related to the potential damage to the epiphyseal growth plates of a developing child’s bone structure; as it is well known that the epiphyseal growth plate is much weaker than the surrounding connective tissue, but there is no evidence within the literature to suggest that weightlifting, and more generally resistance training, causes injury to these structural components particularly when delivered by a qualified professional. Loading has to be appropriate to their age, we're not talking 3RM as being appropriate for a 14 yo after all - we should not be treating children as "miniature adults" owing to clear differences in physical growth and stature and their requirements for slightly altered training regimes. Although there are some risks associated with youth participation in weightlifting, they can be greatly reduced with appropriate supervision and instruction from coaches, sensible programme design progressions and careful selection of training equipment. The risks prevalent to weightlifting that have been documented in the literature include factors such as unsafe environment and equipment, overly fatigued training, poor technique, excessive load and volume of training, limited rest intervals and recovery, and lack of qualified supervision. In some reports hand and foot fractures were the greatest reported injuries from weights falling onto limbs due to lifting weights that the child couldn't control, poor technique.

Weightlifting has been shown to have a multitude of benefits to young athletes including positive outcomes in strength and power gains, bone formation and body composition, cardiorespiratory variables, blood pressure, motor fitness parameters such as jumping and sprinting, overall weightlifting performance, as well as potential psychological benefits. It actually makes sense with such a high injury rate in sports worldwide to add weight training at a younger age. The inclusion of weightlifting in youth training programmes should be a staple to not only enhance athletic performance but also from an injury prevention standpoint.

We must remember that every young athlete is unique, and it is important for their coach to consider training age, technical competency and maturation status when training these athletes in the sport of weightlifting. Training of youth should be presented in a progressive manner with the initial emphasis being placed on fundamental movement ability, advancing into technical mastery of the competition lifts in time. Load and volume should not be applied to the movements until complete technical competency can be displayed with emphasis of competition being placed on technical ex*****on and self-improvement.

Yes lets promote weightlifting for sure.....but with good technical capability, good form, loading to their age and capability....not to what their mates are doing around the machine, unsupervised and a plan that doesn't include the time for remodelling and development.

People taking the time out to write reviews on fb means so much to us small businesses! Love this so much, thank you Daw...
28/01/2026

People taking the time out to write reviews on fb means so much to us small businesses! Love this so much, thank you Dawn 🥰

Now this epic man has shared this himself I can share his amazing success!!! Pete PrimeHealth Howell makes us mere morta...
27/01/2026

Now this epic man has shared this himself I can share his amazing success!!! Pete PrimeHealth Howell makes us mere mortals feel even more “mere” having just completed the incredibly tough Arc of Attrition 100‑mile ultramarathon, part of the UTMB World Series! This is beyond being a tough Ultra race. With horizontal freezing rain it was brutal, following tough terrain and immense climbs on the South West Coast Path from Coverack to Porthowan in Cornwall.

I had worked with Pete getting him ready for this race for months and he was in great form. I come across many amazing athletes in clinic and he is up there with the best! His mental strength is bewildering, he is truly phenomenal!

Pete is very humble, bringing in his buckle today as he said I had played a part in his success, not sure about that, but I feel privileged to have been part of his journey for sure.

You meet people in your life that mould it for the better and he’s one of them for me. A damn decent human being and I am very lucky that he trusts me with his care.

Pete you are a bloody legend, I am in awe

Are you part of the training “dawn chorus?!”Everyone finds their best time to train, whether you’re up early just becaus...
27/01/2026

Are you part of the training “dawn chorus?!”

Everyone finds their best time to train, whether you’re up early just because it fits in before work, or you know you train more effectively in the morning, you just need to find your time - but the best time is what you can do consistently.

Life can easily get in the way, our kids have activities that suddenly take priority, a gym mightn’t be your thing, classes mightn’t be your thing, but you have to find your “thing” and “your time” - have accountability, be consistent and know that investing in yourself is vital.

Morning workouts typically mean you’re less prone to distractions. When you first wake up, you haven’t started tackling the day’s to-do list. You’re also less likely to get phone calls, text messages, and emails. Getting it done early means you’re ready for the day! An early morning workout could set the tone for a healthier day too as it’s reported that early morning exercise can inspire healthier eating. Working out early may encourage you to make healthier choices throughout the day!

Today was the launch of 6.15am Power Pilates and the uptake was amazing, a full class….and they were done and dusted by 6.55am! Without reservation I can tell you Advanced Pilates is tough, the class is not for the faint of heart, but the rewards will be evident at the end of the course!

Well done to the warriors who rocked up, mats in hand and ready to roll this morning….you make my job very very easy and a bundle of joy 🥰
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Whitby Sports And Social Club, Dunkirk Lane
Ellesmere Port
CH656QF

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Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
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