Olcote Wellbeing

02/03/2026

Search for the ultimate easy Gluten, dairy,egg free loaf with no nasties in it continues.....

Loaf number 3. A different mixture of cassava, rice and potato ... Still needed lots more water to bring it to any kind of dough! It's probably the one that has held its shape more, but is by far the most dense. Tastes ok , but only good for toasting .

The quest continues.... I won't be beaten ! 💪💪

28/02/2026

Today is Rare Disease Day

💡 Did you know that 3.5 million people in the UK live with a rare condition?

Today is Rare Disease Day, focusing on . Everyone deserves fair and equitable care, no matter how rare their condition. Equitable care means addressing individual needs - one size doesn’t fit all!

Read Genetic Alliance UK's new report calling for a fairer future for everyone living with rare conditions, including five practical recommendations for UK governments to improve rare disease care 📣 www.geneticalliance.org.uk/rdd26

👉 Swipe to learn more about Addison’s disease and adrenal insufficiency, how Addison’s is diagnosed, the symptoms to look out for, and what those living with these conditions need to do: www.addisonsdisease.org.uk/what-is-addisons-disease

💉 As Addison’s and adrenal insufficiency are rare, many people don't have access to life-saving training to prevent or treat an adrenal crisis. So tomorrow (1 March) is Injection Practice Day - awareness one day, action the next! Get ready to grab your oranges, gather your people, and get practising: www.addisonsdisease.org.uk/injection-training

👣 Today is the final day of Steps for Addison’s Awareness! Please visit our campaign page and help us reach our £7,000 target. Each step symbolises the challenging journey faced by many living with rare conditions, so thank you to all who took part, donated, shared and cheered others on! www.justgiving.com/campaign/stepsforaddisons26

Thank you for supporting our charity's work to educate and promote better medical understanding - rare diseases are individually rare but collectively common, and our voices are stronger when we work together 💜
www.addisonsdisease.org.uk/join-us

28/02/2026

At the end of the day, everyone gets to realise that you can’t out-train poor nutrition.
And, I wish I could wear a billboard saying “diet” doesn’t mean dieting!! , it just means what you eat consistently.
HEALTHY weight loss will come from the right balance of exercise and realistic, sustainable nutrition.
No extremes. No fads. Just informed, tailored support that works for your body and your life.

With many years of experience in Personal Training, Clinical Personal Training, Sports Therapy and Nutrition, I help people build plans that are:
✔ realistic
✔ sustainable
✔ tailored to their health and lifestyle
✔ supportive of long-term confidence

If you’d like help putting the pieces together properly, I’m here. Find me online www.olcotewellbeing.com or gym based out of Long Stratton Leisure Centre .

CIMSPA registered and a long standing local business and proud member of Norfolk Chambers of Commerce

26/02/2026

It's always lovely to receive a testimonial. This was a great boost to me over the last few weeks when I've been battling on with an injury. It's from a lady I've been training for Everest! 🏔️ 💪💪

“I just wanted to say thank you for listening to and understanding my needs and building something for me that is really working. I haven’t felt this fit since my 30’s which is a long time ago.
I came to personal training with no idea what it entailed and I cannot believe how it has helped and that is down to you, your skill and your professionalism.
Take a bow.”

This is exactly why I do what I do...
Personal training isn’t about pushing people beyond their limits — it’s about listening, understanding, and building something that genuinely works for the individual.

If you’re unsure where to start, nervous about training, or managing health challenges, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
Professional, supportive, tailored — and always centred around you. ☺️

You'll find me working out of Long Stratton Leisure Centre for gym based clients or travelling round the Norwich area for home clients and clinical PT. I'm fully CIMSPA registered and a long standing local business and proud member of the Norfolk Chambers of Commerce



www.olcotewellbeing.com

23/02/2026

Gluten, egg, dairy free loaf effort ..number 2 ...

This one I experimented with cassava flour, potato starch and a mix of rice flours. Although it still looks awful, the taste is much better, but there is still a long way to go! I will get to a preservative free, natural solution to a gluten, dairy and egg free loaf of bread💪💪

16/02/2026

Having Eosinophilic Esophagitis means I have multiple food allergies which cause the cells to reproduce and build pressure in my Esophagus, causing swallowing problems, voice problems and food impactions and regular Endoscopies.

In addition to drug therapy, I have to follow a strict diet regime to minimise occurrences. So it's been nearly five years now without Gluten, dairy, eggs, fish, soya and nuts in my life. Very restrictive. It's a good job I'm a Sports Nutritionist as , by being inventive I am able to get the maximum nutrition from the minimal of foods!

My diet is as healthy and as whole as it can be, but what really frustrates me is some products I have to buy like Gluten Free bread, or even oat cakes and rice cakes are all ultra processed, particularly the breads (whoever you get them from or however much you pay). I don't want to be consuming emulsifiers, gums, palm oils and lab based raising agents ... But sometimes you just want a sandwich or a bit of marmite on toast!

So, I'm on a quest to make the best recipe I can to produce my own gluten, egg and dairy free loaf of bread, with no unnatural ingredients to it. As whole and pure as I can make it. As you know, the word 'can't' was removed from my vocabulary years ago! 😂😂 So,I'm determined to succeed where others have failed.

Yesterday I bought myself a bread maker and I'm off on the challenge. I know there will be disasters .... But no challenge is impossible!

Loaf one, looks disastrous 😂 But actually toasted quite well. I think the liquid was a bit awry and there was a distinct cornflour taste...

1 down ... Many more to go I suspect. But I know I will succeed 🍞💪💪

15/02/2026

It's The Duchess' birthday today. The grand old age of 12! But apart from being a bit senile and a little bit of cataract, you wouldn't know she wasn't a puppy the way she still bombs around! She did have her puffa jacket on this morning though as she needs to protect those old bones from the cold and rain!!

Even the swans were out of the water this morning!

The Duchess has just been served her birthday breakfast and is currently fighting with a new bright yellow octopus! 🦑😂😂

14/02/2026

Back to my own training again today after 6 weeks, of just managing to get by with my classes and clients ... no lifting, bending , stretching... That has been a challenge😂😂. My first return to the treadmill and weights again. Taking it steady! 💪

Thank you to all of you that have been very patient with me and loyal whilst I've been recovering from a rather nasty abdominal injury. I've tried to put as much energy and enthusiasm into my classes at Long Stratton Leisure Centre and The Mill Hempnall , online classes and PT sessions despite it , and when I couldn't do something, you've all been very patient with my pictionary classes! 😂😂😂 ( I knew that Architecture degree wasn't wasted! 😂😂)

Well I'm pleased to report after several scans and resting (well my version of resting 😘) I've managed (by being fit) to escape surgery and now I can start to progressively get back to full speed! Watch out!!! 😂😂😂👿👿

Have a great weekend everyone and I'll see you all in classes or in your PT sessions next week ❤️

11/02/2026

Come and SOSA with me if you want to add FUN to your Fitness Long Stratton Leisure Centre 😁😁

07/02/2026

Why exercise isn't much help if you are trying to lose weight | New Scientist https://share.google/58X0iLYZAL9tMsWqt

Some interesting new research. I've always said exercise alone will not achieve weight loss and eating less and restricting food while exercising more again, had detrimental effects. To achieve weight loss we need well planned and good nutrition (not necessarily less food!!). Exercise is important for cardiovascular health, muscle, bone health, mental health, balance, strength and conditioning. The two areas are very separate on their own, but needed together for optimum health. Take the fat loss injections for instance, they may help you lose weight (although you are actually losing mass - which will include muscle) but they won't protect your body against all the other things above to help your body stay in optimum health.

Good nutrition + the right exercise = results.

When we exercise more, our bodies may compensate by using less energy for other things – especially if we eat less too

03/02/2026

My approach to nutrition is different, sustainable and designed for you 1-2-1.

I combine:
✔ Professional qualifications
✔ Many years experience
✔ Performance coaching
✔ Movement expertise
✔ Lived experience of complex health conditions and nutritional restrictions/needs

This allows me to create nutrition plans that:

You can stick to
Are easy to understand
Respect your health and lifestyle
Adapt as your needs change
Support long-term results

No judgement. No extremes. Just informed, compassionate and professional coaching.

Get in touch at www.olcotewellbeing.com for fitness and nutrition or nutrition only at olcote-wellbeing-diet-and-nutrition-support-group — Olcote Wellbeing https://share.google/LRfszOroywTBqg235

I'm available online, at home or in-person at Long Stratton Leisure Centre . I'm CIMSPA registered and I've been a trusted local business for many years, being a proud member of Norfolk Chambers of Commerce

20/01/2026

At Olcote Wellbeing, you’re supported by more than qualifications — you’re supported by real understanding.

Alongside being a:

Personal Trainer
Clinical Personal Trainer
Sports Therapist
Sports Nutrition Practitioner
Pilates & Yoga Teacher
Dance Fitness, Fitness & Core Specialist

I also personally manage two complex health conditions.

So I understand:

Energy fluctuations
Symptom management
Adjusting nutrition around real life

The emotional side of health change
Your nutrition plan is built with empathy, flexibility, and evidence — because I live it too.

www.olcotewellbeing.com

I'm a CIMSPA registered Fitness Professional