LivFit

21/10/2025

👐🏻It’s been a busy Treatment Tuesday after the Abingdon Marathon — lots of tired legs enjoying well-earned recovery time!

But as we head into the colder months and coughs, colds (and covid) start doing the rounds, please remember 👇🏻

❌ If you’re feeling under the weather — coughing, blowing your nose, on antibiotics, or recovering from any kind of infection — please reschedule your appointment.

Whether it’s with me or another therapist, it’s the right thing to do. 👍🏻

Here’s why:

1️⃣ Massage will actually make you feel worse — it speeds up circulation and can spread infection faster.
2️⃣ It’s unfair on the next person coming in — many clients are post-surgery or have compromised immune systems.
3️⃣ And finally, it’s considerate to your therapist (hi 👋🏻) — self-employed and hands-on, which means no sick pay and no treatments if I catch your cold!

Let’s all look after ourselves and each other this winter

19/10/2025

🔦Client Spotlight — From Abingdon to Spain 🇪🇸

✉️Every now and then, a message pops up that truly makes your day. This one came from a client I coached a few years ago, who has since moved back to Spain — and just look at her now 👏🏻

After taking some time away (because life happens!), she found her way back to training, reconnected with that feeling of strength and confidence, and even made it onto the podium at her local gym games! 🥈🔥

🫶🏻I absolutely love that she still keeps in touch — and it honestly means so much that she continues to follow along, cheering on my progress from afar. It’s such an honour to see her thriving and continuing to put in the work.

🔥 Because here’s the truth — strength doesn’t just change how you look…it changes how you show up for yourself.

It builds confidence, capability, and an unstoppable energy that carries into every part of life.

📝If you’ve ever been coached by me and would like to leave a review, I’d love to hear from you! You can do so directly on this page or at the following link: https://bit.ly/Livfitreview

18/10/2025

💪🏻 Top 5 Questions I Get Asked as a Coach
No. 1 — “Won’t lifting weights make me bulky?”

💭 For all the women out there worrying about turning into She-Hulk — here’s your friendly reminder from someone whose actual goal is to get bigger…

👉🏻 It’s really, really hard to do.

You don’t wake up one morning with quads that don’t fit your jeans — trust me, I’ve tried 😅

And if you want proof just swipe to see what muscular looks like mid off season

But let’s not focus on what lifting won’t do.
Let’s talk about what it will give you ⬇️

✨ Muscle density.
You’ll feel firmer, tighter, and stronger — not bulky.
And lifting will probably give you the shape you’re actually chasing, more than hours on the treadmill ever will.

🫀 Overall health.
Strength training has now been shown to be just as effective as cardio for keeping your heart and lungs ticking over — and when you combine both, that’s a recipe for long-term health that truly lasts.

🧠 Cognitive benefits.
Resistance training improves focus, mood, and memory — lifting weights literally makes your brain stronger.

🦵🏻 Mobility and joint health.
Strong muscles support your joints, improve movement quality, and help prevent injuries.

🧓🏻 Longevity and independence.
It’s not about PRs forever — it’s about carrying your shopping, climbing stairs with ease, and living life on your own terms.

🔥 Confidence.
Because strength doesn’t just change how you look — it changes how you show up for yourself.

So no, lifting weights won’t make you bulky.
It’ll make you capable. Confident. And a little bit unstoppable.

✨ Strong women shouldn’t be a threat — they’re proof of what’s possible.

💭 If you want to know more about how to build muscle the right way — drop me a 💪🏻 in the comments or send me a message and let’s chat.

15/10/2025

07/10/2025

👟 These trainers have never seen the outside of the gym — and that’s just how I like it 😅

I don’t do running… but I do treat runners. And it’s that time of year again — trail and cross-country season is kicking off with many of my clients racing this weekend 🌳🏃🏻 🏃‍♀️🌲

🏅It’s also the last of the big local autumn events coming up — with the Oxford half and Royal Parks (for those travelling to London) next weekend, and the Abingdon Marathon the week after.

Wishing everyone the best of luck — enjoy the carb loading, trust your training, and soak up every mile 🙌🏻

✉️ If you haven’t already booked your pre- or post-race treatments, spaces are limited — so don’t wait till your legs are sore to remind you!

01/10/2025

🌟 This October I’m going online! 🌟

I know what it feels like to juggle it all.

Being a mum of 3, building a business, holding down a job, training for competition, and still trying to show up for myself… it’s not easy. But it is possible. And I can help you find the time, the structure, and the confidence to make it work for you too.

This isn’t for beginners (I still believe in the magic of face-to-face for learning the basics).

👉 This is for people who are already comfortable in the gym, but…
• Want to take their training to the next level
• Have a goal but aren’t sure how to get there
• Or just need accountability and guidance to stay consistent

💪 Whether your goal is building strength, training for an event, or simply feeling good in your own skin — I’ve got you covered.

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Coaching options:

✨ Full coaching – includes a bespoke training & nutrition plan, weekly check-ins, WhatsApp support, monthly webinars, and group accountability.

✨ Training-only coaching – a personalised training plan with weekly check-ins and group accountability.

💙 Emergency services discount – as a fire service family, this one matters to me. I’m offering my top-level coaching at a special rate for those serving in the fire, police, ambulance, or NHS.

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I’ve spent 8+ years coaching in gyms, teaching hundreds of people in classes, and investing countless hours into my own learning — all while living the reality of training, competing, and raising a family. I know the juggle, but I also know the strategies that make it work.

📩 Comment “STRONG” or message me directly — and let’s build a plan that fits your life.

21/09/2025

💬 Can we talk about this? It’s a hot topic on my stories and feed right now…

🔁 Cycle syncing has been spun as yet another way to keep women small — to perpetuate the idea that we should limit what we lift and hold ourselves back. The idea that for two weeks you can “train” and for two weeks you should stick to Pilates and deep breathing? Nah. 🚫

🩸 Yes, periods can be uncomfortable and for some women even crippling. Yes, hormonal fluctuations may mean your leggings feel tighter and your belly pops out a bit more. Yes, your energy may dip and your body may actually need an extra two hours in bed instead of going to the gym. All of these things are true…

✨ But what is also true is that symptoms differ for every woman. Your cycle doesn’t make you “less than.” You can still lift. You can still show up. You just might not hit the same numbers every session — and that’s okay.

💡 And while we’re here — let’s talk about that little lower belly bump that so many of us stress about.

‼️It’s the number one thing new female clients ask me: “Is there an exercise I can do to get rid of this?” They’re often disappointed when my answer is “no.” But I always follow up with education: while you can’t spot-reduce, you can reduce overall body fat which may make it smaller. More importantly, that bump is a sign of health and protection — and it’s completely normal.

So let’s stop subscribing to the latest thing socials sell, and start owning what we know is true for each of us as individuals. 👊🏻

📩Want to know more about training strategies that actually work? Drop me a message.

08/06/2025

✨ Confidence isn’t loud — it’s being comfortable in your own skin.

It’s not about strutting into the gym like you own it

It’s about knowing you belong there, even if you’re still figuring things out.

📊 Did you know?
The UK Chief Medical Officer recommends that all adults do strength training at least 2x per week.
But… less than 5% of women actually do.
And for those of us over 40? The numbers drop even lower.

💪🏻 Why does it matter?

Because as we age, we naturally lose muscle and bone density – but we don’t have to accept that decline because strength training helps us:
– 🏋️‍♀️ Build & maintain muscle
– 🦴 Support bone health
– 🔥 Boost metabolism
– 🧘‍♀️ Improve balance, mood & confidence

🪞This isn’t about chasing aesthetics, as much as all of us want to look good naked (and let’s be honest about that). It’s about choosing strength, independence, and energy — now and for the future.

🙋🏻‍♀️ Nervous in the weights area?
You’re not alone. Confidence grows through action, not by waiting until you “feel ready.”
Just start — and if you’re not sure how, I’m always happy to chat.

👀So if you’re over 40 and lifting weights? I see you.

🕰️ And if you’re just getting started? You’re not too late — you’re right on time.

👇🏻Drop your favourite lift in the comments if you’re strength training too! Let’s show the stats a different story.

21/04/2025

Continuing the theme of reintroductions, here are 10 essential things you need to know about me:

💪🏻 I’m fiercely passionate about showing women that lifting won’t make you bulky — but it will give you the shape, strength & confidence you’re probably chasing.

🫵🏻 I don’t believe fitness has to be all or nothing → it has to work for you.

🥤 I think creatine should come free with your gym membership (seriously, take it — for your body & your mind).

🧡 Cinnamon bun Sundays are a thing.

🫣 I have a thing for matching gym outfits. No shame.
☯️ Mat is my yang, for forever.

🍋 I make a banging lemon drizzle cake (just ask Mat).

🤳 I absolutely will celebrate your sweaty selfies and gym win

☕ I only drink coffee before midday — but I make those cups count.

❄️ Ask me to choose between a beach in the summer or a mountain holiday in winter, and I’ll pick the mountains every time — bonus points if there’s a sauna & hot tub.

Now you know a little more about me — your turn. Drop something essential about you in the comments.

📢Shout out to Kayleigh Williams Photography for the amazing photo

15/04/2025

👋🏻 Hey thought I’d pop on my grid and reintroduce myself properly because let’s face it, my stories are all gym, food, and the chaos of having children.

I’m Liv — PT, Sports Therapist, mum of 3, bodybuilder, lover of carbs, lifter of heavy things… and pretty good at organising a life that sometimes feels like herding cats.

🤷🏻‍♀️ What do I actually do? I help people feel good in their skin, get fit and LIVE fit — through strength training, education, a little tough love and a lot of laughs. My clients? They’re real people. Parents. Busy workers. People who want to feel stronger, more confident & more capable — in and out of the gym.

📖 But my story didn’t start here… I wasn’t always into fitness.

🚨Spoiler: I didn’t grow up sporty. I wasn’t always in the gym. I was just a tired mum who wanted to feel a bit better in her own skin

🩰 I started when my daughter was 1 — with a weekly ballet class, which progressed to bodyweight exercises at home. I added some tiny dumbbells to my routine, but soon found I needed something heavier — and that’s when I started going to the gym.

🏋🏻‍♀️ And somewhere along the way I retrained and began a whole new career in fitness and lifting became my hobby, my happy place, my thing. And now I help other people find their thing too.

🕰️ I’ve now been in the industry 8 years… but trust me, this didn’t happen overnight. As I always tell my clients → you can’t Amazon Prime your results

🏠 Outside the gym? You’ll find me in the kitchen cooking from scratch (because what goes in the tank matters). When I’m not cooking up a storm with the air fryers, I’m mum-ing 3 brilliantly bright but bonkers kids — and navigating life with an AuADHD teen

🐕 And if I’m not doing any of that?I’m probably out walking the wolf (our dog) in search of my next coffee and a great cinnamon bun.

💡 One last thought from me; being strong in the gym (be it my garage or a commercial one), means I can be stronger everywhere else. Health really is wealth.

👇 If you read this far…say hi in the comments or drop your fave carb emoji if you’re also fuelled by coffee & carbs like me.

01/04/2025

💐Spring is finally here; and so is marathon season!

📆As well as all the big races there are also plenty of half marathons and 10k events happening.

👟 If you are running in a race this month (or next) make sure you book your pre and/or post event session NOW to avoid disappointment as I have few spaces left in my diary.

24/03/2025

Take control of your health, fitness and wellbeing by booking exercise classes for the week ahead…