Welcome to Bodyworks Studio! Where fitness meets community in a friendly and supportive environment. It’s fun, effective, and great value!
Hi, I’m Katie – a busy mum of two, business owner, and long-time fitness lover living in beautiful Forres in the North East of Scotland. Fitness and health have always been a huge part of my life, and 12 years ago I turned that passion into a career. Since qualifying as an Advanced Level Personal Trainer with the European Institute of Fitness, I’ve helped hundreds of clients transform their lives – physically and mentally – across Glasgow, New Zealand, Australia, and now back home in Forres. I’m proud to introduce Bodyworks Studio – a brand new, fully equipped private training facility and Forres’s only small group personal training space. Small group PT offers all the benefits of one-to-one coaching with the motivation and energy of training in a supportive group of up to 6 like-minded people. Alongside small group PT, I also offer 1:1 Personal Training, Classes, and Sports & Remedial Massage Therapy – all tailored to help you build sustainable healthy habits that last a lifetime. When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me out adventuring with my partner, kids and dog – usually in the woods or by the sea (surfboard optional!). I love sneaking in workouts and sharing healthy, delicious food ideas too. I can’t wait to welcome you to Bodyworks Studio and help you become the healthiest, happiest version of yourself.
19/09/2025
I’m really excited to announce our brand-new 6-week Strongevity block, starting the week of Monday, 22nd September!
This programme is designed especially for those 55 years young and above who want a gentle, slower-paced introduction to strength training.
Here’s what you can expect:
✅ Improve your flexibility and mobility
✅ Build a solid foundation of strength
✅ Support healthy ageing — age well, age strong
✅ Learn safe lifting techniques with personalised coaching
You’ve probably seen in the news how important weight training is as we get older — it helps maintain muscle mass, bone density, balance, and confidence. This block is the perfect, confidence-building starting point.
📅 Starts: Week beginning Monday, 22nd Sept
🗓 Sessions: Mondays & Wednesdays, 11:30 am
⏳ Length: 6 weeks (12 sessions)
💷 Investment: £169 (less than £15 per session)
👥 Spaces: Strictly limited to 6
👉 Spaces will go quickly — reply here or message me directly and I’ll send you the sign-up link today.
✨ You’re never too old to start! ✨
03/09/2025
🚨Meet Our New Coach – Katrina 🚨
We’re so excited to introduce Katrina, the newest member of our coaching team!
Over the next couple of months, Katrina will be shadowing sessions, coaching alongside us, and getting up to speed before taking on her own session — and we can’t wait for you all to meet her.
Here’s a little about Katrina:
🎖️ She spent 12 years in the Royal Engineers, where she represented them competitively in Nordic skiing, boxing, and cross-country running.
💪🏽 After leaving the army, she completed her Level 3 Personal Training qualification and hasn’t looked back since!
🏃♀️ A passionate runner, Katrina is an active member of Forres Harriers and recently completed the Backyard Ultra, covering an incredible 37.5 miles!
👟 Whether it’s running, strength training, or endurance challenges, Katrina brings a wealth of experience and energy to our team.
🌿 When she’s not racing or training, you’ll find her exploring the local area with her family, creating memories and enjoying the outdoors.
Katrina is friendly, knowledgeable, and full of enthusiasm — and we know she’ll be an amazing coach for our community.
If you’ve got any running or training questions, she’s definitely your go-to! 🏋️♀️🏃♀️
Absolutely buzzing to have her onboard!
26/08/2025
🤩 Our community is growing - and the results speak for themselves! This month we welcomed 10 amazing new clients to the studio and they’ve slotted right into the community and are absolutely smashing it.
If you’re ready to feel fitter, boost your energy and build confidence in a supportive, welcoming gym… now’s the time to take the first step 🤸🏽
🚨 Join our waiting list today and we’ll be in touch as soon as a space opens up!
📩 DM us to get your name down.
19/08/2025
7 weeks of BBQs, late nights, eating out and beach days… and now the holidays are over, I can really feel it 😅
It’s been amazing — honestly the best summer yet ☀️— but I’m definitely feeling sluggish, low on energy, and completely out of routine.
As much as I’ve loved the last 7 weeks, I’m looking forward to a bit of normality again and getting that “energiser bunny” energy back 🐰⚡️
Instead of trying to overhaul everything at once, here’s how I’m hitting reset:
1️⃣ Keep it simple – focus on small, achievable wins
2️⃣ Plan ahead – workouts, meals, stretching, even sleep
3️⃣ Rebalance nutrition – protein at every meal, more fibre, and an 80/20 balance of whole foods vs fun foods
4️⃣ Prioritise sleep – shifting bedtime back gradually for better recovery, hormone balance & fewer sugar cravings
5️⃣ Find accountability – it’s always easier (and more fun) with someone else. For me, that’s roping my husband into 9pm stretch sessions instead of Netflix 🙃
The goal? Not perfection — just progress, consistency, and feeling good again.
❓Which one of these do you need most right now? I’d love to know 👇🏼
05/08/2025
🚨 PARENTS, WE SEE YOU. 🚨
The past 6 weeks (feels more like 100, right?) have looked a little like this:
🧃 Snack negotiations
📺 Endless screen time battles
🌀 Soft play chaos
🕒 Routines? What routines?
💻 Juggling work with wild little humans
🌛 Children who never go to bed
… and an alarming number of yoghurt pouches.
It’s been A LOT.
But now — it’s your turn. 🙌
Just look at Chloe and Gabby — child-free, smiling, and smashing their workout like they haven’t spent all summer in snack-based diplomacy 😅
👉 Our 4-WEEK TRIAL kicks off the week of August 18th, and it’s the perfect reset to:
✅ Reclaim your routine
✅ Prioritise YOURSELF again
✅ Kickstart the rest of 2025 💥
You’ve spent weeks holding everything together — now let us help you put yourself back on the list. You deserve it.
📩 Drop us a message to grab your spot or tag a friend who needs this too!
Let’s make the rest of 2025 count. 🔥
28/07/2025
This is what aging well looks like.
Meet my Mum and Dad — Jane and Dave.
They’re both in their late 60s, and for the past 9 years, they’ve been training with me twice a week, every single week.
They’ve each got their own health challenges:
👉🏼 Mum has double scoliosis and osteoarthritis in both knees
👉🏼 Dad has a slipped disc that’s caused drop foot and weakness in one leg
But that hasn’t slowed them down — not even close.
Just last week, they took my two energetic kids away for a week-long caravanning trip… without me, while I was working.
They spent the week bike riding, go-karting, hiking, paddleboarding, and doing everything two adventurous grandkids could throw at them.
They didn’t sit out. They didn’t hold anyone back.
They kept up — and led the way.
Now let’s be honest: that kind of activity isn’t “normal” at their age — but it could be, if more people made strength training a priority.
Because the truth is, getting older doesn’t mean you have to become inactive.
But being inactive? That’s what really ages you.
Conditions like scoliosis, arthritis, and slipped discs can be debilitating — but regular strength training builds muscle, supports joints, and gives you the power and freedom to keep doing what you love.
Jane and Dave are living proof.
They are strong, capable, and still right in the thick of life — not sitting on the sidelines.
So if you’ve been thinking:
“I’m too old to start,”
“I’ve got too many issues,”
“It’s probably too late…”
You’re exactly who this is for.
💬 Let their story be the nudge you need. It’s never too late to get stronger, move better, and live more fully.
13/07/2025
Out of office ➡️ back in action 🙌
The last two weeks have been just what we needed – some proper chill time, outdoor adventures, and lots of laughs with our fave people (and woofs 🐶). From hiking and paddleboarding to just slowing down and soaking it all in – it’s been magic.
Feeling recharged and excited to be back in the studio tomorrow, ready to see all your lovely faces and get moving again 💪🏽
Swipe through for a little peek at what Coach Jonny and I got up to 💫
30/06/2025
Let’s clear this up - strength training isn’t just for people building big biceps or trying to look good on their summer holiday. It’s for everyone. Especially as adults (whether you’re over 30 or not), it’s one of the best things you can do for your body and brain.
Strength training helps boost energy, improve mood, support fat loss, and most importantly, it plays a huge role in longevity and aging well. Building strength now helps you stay mobile, independent, and healthy as you get older.
No matter your goals, lifting weights has a place in your life.
If you’re not sure where to start or feel a bit overwhelmed, drop your questions below or send me a message…I’m here to help!
25/06/2025
We always want to know how you’re feeling.
At BodyWorks, weekly check-ins are part of your membership — because this isn’t just about training hard, it’s about making sure you feel supported, seen, and making progress in a way that works for you 💬
This message we received recently really sums up what we’re about:
✔️ Sessions that leave you feeling better, not just more tired
✔️ Support that meets you where you’re at — no judgment, no pressure
✔️ A community that genuinely lifts each other up
✔️ Real, lasting progress you can feel — in confidence, energy, and mindset
✔️ Weekly check-ins to help you stay consistent and accountable, both in and out of the gym
We’re always working to improve what we offer — and our members’ feedback plays a huge part in that.
If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now’s a great time to reach out.
✉️ Drop us a message to ask about upcoming start dates and our limited availability — we’d love to welcome you in!
Let’s get you feeling stronger, more confident, and supported every step of the way ❤️
13/06/2025
What better way to celebrate a big birthday than with a workout and cake? 🎂
Massive happy birthday to Ally kicking off a new year with some birthday burpees (you’re welcome 😜) and a post-sweat slice of cake. Balance is everything, right!!
Here’s to feeling strong, laughing lots, and celebrating every milestone — in and out of the gym! 🥳🔥
12/06/2025
So excited to be hosting this for the teens this summer! 🤩
🏋️ Youth Weightlifting Workshop 🏋️
🤝 The Gaff x BodyWorks
🤩 Katie at BodyWorks Fitness Studio has kindly offered our young people the chance to try a Youth Weightlifting Workshop!
👍 Whether you're a complete beginner or you have some gym experience already, come along in July to gain practical advice about key lifts such as squats, deadlifts and bench press.
🤝 Attendees will also take part in a fun team workout! Everything will be tailored to experience and ability.
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Personal Trainer, Nutritional Adviser, Habit Coach, Online Trainer, Remedial and Sports Masseur in Moray.
My name is Katie and I am a busy business owning mum of two and we live in an idyllic corner of the North East of Scotland in a wee town called Forres.
Being fit and healthy has always been hugely important to me which is why 12 years ago, I decided I wanted to make a career out of it in order to help others. I studied with the European Institute of Fitness gaining my Advanced Level Personal Training Qualification and haven't looked back since. I started my fitness career working in a small gym in Glasgow before packing my bags and moving to New Zealand. Over the years I have transformed hundreds of lives through fitness and healthy lifestyle changes in Glasgow, New Zealand, Australia and now Forres.
I was in Australia working as a Personal Trainer living the dream when I became pregnant with my daughter, it was then that I realised that I wanted my children to grown up surrounded by family and friends so we took the huge decision to move back to my hometown of Forres.
Whilst I was pregnant it seemed like the perfect time to add another string to my bow so became qualified in Swedish massage first and then a diploma in Sports and Remedial Massage whilst on maternity leave.
I now offer Personal Training, Online Coaching, Nutritional advice and Massage from my fully equipped private gym and purpose built massage studio in Forres. I focus on creating sustainable healthy habits with my clients both 1-1 and online leading to amazing physical and mental transformations. I see a huge variety of massage clients on a weekly basis ranging from sports and non sports injuries, chronic pain problems and athletes as well as people coming for maintenance work.
I am so fortunate to have found my dream job. Being active, healthy and fit is my passion, there are not many people that can say they get to do what they love day in day out. When I’m not at work you can find me out and about with my two young children and dog in tow, exploring the woods or playing in the park. I sneak in workouts whenever I can and love cooking so expect lots of inspiration and ideas from me.
I look forward to helping as many of you as I can reach your full potential and join me in leading your best lives.
