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Lou’s PT Empowering people of all abilities and ages to improve their wellbeing through Fitness and healthy

You don’t need to cut out your favourite foods 👇You just need to tweak them.These Bell Pepper Beef Nachos are a perfect ...
01/05/2026

You don’t need to cut out your favourite foods 👇
You just need to tweak them.
These Bell Pepper Beef Nachos are a perfect example of that 👌
✔️ High in protein�✔️ Lower carb (no tortilla chips)�✔️ Packed with flavour�✔️ Still feels like a proper Friday night meal
This is how I help my clients stay consistent—�not by restricting, but by making simple swaps that actually work 💜
Because the goal isn’t perfection…�it’s building habits you can stick to long term.
Save this and give it a go this weekend 👇

Food doesn’t need to be complicated to work 👇This Salmon Caesar Salad is one of those go-to meals I always come back to....
24/04/2026

Food doesn’t need to be complicated to work 👇
This Salmon Caesar Salad is one of those go-to meals I always come back to.
✔️ High in protein�✔️ Supports muscle (so important in menopause)�✔️ Keeps you full and satisfied�✔️ Actually tastes good 😄
No extremes. No cutting things out.�Just real food that helps you feel stronger, more energised and in control of your body 💜
Save this and give it a go this weekend 👇

Muscle is your superpower in midlife 💜Not for how it looks…�but for how it supports your body as you age.We’re talking:�...
23/04/2026

Muscle is your superpower in midlife 💜
Not for how it looks…�but for how it supports your body as you age.
We’re talking:�🦴 Stronger bones�⚖️ Better balance�💪 More strength for everyday life
And here’s the truth 👇
Exercise in menopause isn’t optional…�It's essential.
You don’t need to do more; you just need to train smarter
Build strength,�support your body,�and feel confident again 💪✨

21/04/2026

A lot of the time, I see this in classes... 💜
Someone works really hard 💪�Then comes back the next day and trains the exact same muscles again.
I love the commitment 👏�But more isn’t always better.
Your body doesn’t get stronger during the workout…�👉 it gets stronger when you rest
Most muscles need around 24–48 hours to recover properly.
That’s when they repair, rebuild, and actually get stronger 💪
So if you’re feeling tired all the time, not progressing, or picking up little niggles…�it might not be your effort 👇�it might be your recovery
Train hard…�but recover smart 💜

🔖 HASHTAGS
Most muscles need 24–48 hours to fully recover.r40Fitness

20/04/2026

Strong women don’t shrink—they RISE 🔥
A lot of the women I work with feel like they should be slowing down…�like their body is working against them.
But the truth is 👇�This is the time to build strength.�This is the time to feel powerful again.
Not by doing more…�but by doing the right things.
💪 Lifting�💪 Moving with purpose�💪 Showing up—even on the days you don’t feel like it
You don’t need to shrink yourself.�You need to step into your strength.
And it starts with one workout at a time 💜

Foodie Friday 💜This is the kind of meal your body will thank you for 👏✔ High in protein✔ Balanced and filling✔ Supports ...
17/04/2026

Foodie Friday 💜

This is the kind of meal your body will thank you for 👏

✔ High in protein
✔ Balanced and filling
✔ Supports energy and recovery

Especially important in midlife 💜

You don’t need complicated diets…
just simple, nourishing meals ✨

💾 Save this and give it a try this week

Muscle really is medicine in menopause 💪✨And this is something I feel so passionate about helping women with ❤️Not detox...
16/04/2026

Muscle really is medicine in menopause 💪✨

And this is something I feel so passionate about helping women with ❤️

Not detox teas.
Not scare tactics.
Not confusing messages that leave you feeling overwhelmed.

Muscle. Strength. Confidence.

Because building strength during menopause can help support:

🦴 Bone health
🦵 Joint support
⚡ Energy and metabolism
💪 Everyday strength and resilience
🚫 Reducing injury risk

Menopause does not mean it’s all downhill.

Yes, this stage can bring challenges like poor sleep, hot flushes, low energy and achy joints — and they’re very real.

But they are not the end of the story.

With the right training, you can still:

✔️ Build strength
✔️ Maintain and build muscle
✔️ Feel more confident in your body
✔️ Support your long-term health

And when it comes to protecting your body, how you train matters.

That’s why I focus on:

↔️ Moving in different directions
🏋️ Building strength gradually
⚡ Adding the right level of impact
🎯 Challenging muscles safely and effectively

This isn’t about doing extreme workouts or punishing yourself.

It’s about training in a way that supports your body through menopause and beyond.

No fear.
No panic.
Just smart, supportive strength training that helps you feel strong, capable and confident 💜

If you’ve been unsure where to start or worried about exercising during menopause, you are not alone.

I’ve got you.
Let’s build strength together 💪✨

📩 Send me a message or comment STRONG and I’ll reach out.

Tuesday Tip 💜Not all training is the same…and that could be why you’re not seeing results 👇🏋️‍♀️ Strength → low reps, mo...
14/04/2026

Tuesday Tip 💜

Not all training is the same…
and that could be why you’re not seeing results 👇

🏋️‍♀️ Strength → low reps, more sets, longer rest
💪 Muscle → moderate reps & rest
🔥 Endurance → higher reps, shorter rest

Same exercises… completely different outcomes 👏

✨ Train with purpose, not just pace

If you’re not sure where to start—
aim for 8–12 reps 💜

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13/04/2026

Progress isn’t always fast…
and it’s definitely not always easy 💜

But every session, every rep, every small step
is moving you forward 👏

✨ Keep going—it’s always worth it

FOODIE FRIDAY 🌿If you’re fed up of:❌ Picking at food❌ Feeling hungry an hour later❌ Not knowing what to eat…This one’s f...
10/04/2026

FOODIE FRIDAY 🌿

If you’re fed up of:
❌ Picking at food
❌ Feeling hungry an hour later
❌ Not knowing what to eat…

This one’s for you 👇

Quick Southwest Chicken Salad 🥗
✔ High protein
✔ Full of flavour
✔ Ready in 15 mins

AND… it actually fills you up (imagine that 😅)

Protein is your best friend through menopause 💜
It helps you stay stronger, feel fuller and keep your energy up — and this is such an easy way to get it in.

No faff. No fancy ingredients. Just real, simple food.

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