Launch Exercise Therapy, Paisley (2025)

03/09/2025

Your Body Isn’t Confusing—You Just Haven’t Been Asked the Right Questions Yet
A client shared something with me recently:
“I was in such a low mood. Snapping at everyone—even my partner, who was just trying to help.
I’d had a heavy weekend with family, and by midweek, I still felt off. But something changed after I got home from a gym session, had my evening meal, and sat down to rest.
Suddenly—I felt human again.”
Sound familiar?
Maybe it’s not always the gym.
Maybe it’s:
💪 A good strength session
🥦 A proper meal with dark green veg
🕓 A quiet 4pm reset
🛋️ Or just enough time for your body to catch up
You don’t need to guess what’s “wrong” with your body or your mood.
You need to be asked the right questions—and shown how to listen to the answers.
🧠 At the Honest Body Retreat, that’s what we do.
No one-size-fits-all fixes.
No shouting. No shame.
Just calm, curious exploration of how your body works—and how to support it, now.
🎟️ Early Bird: £25 until 15th Sept
£50 after | All funds go to St Vincent’s Hospice
📅 Sunday 7th October | 1–4pm | St Vincent’s Hospice, Johnstone
🟣 Real talk
🔵 Real movement
🟢 Real tools for your body and mind
📲 [booking link: https://buy.stripe.com/14A28s1sS7Zr3500Xmdby0j]
This could be the start of a different relationship—with your body and your health.
St Vincent's Hospice

02/09/2025

💬 I Took My Own Advice—And I’m So Glad I Did

This weekend, I reminded myself of something I tell my clients all the time:
👉 "You don’t have to feel ready. You just have to begin."
I was on a Strength & Conditioning course learning Olympic weightlifting (yes—Clean & Jerk and the Sn**ch 😅).
I could’ve said “I’m too old,” “My shoulder’s not strong enough,” or “This isn’t for me…”
But instead—I took my own advice and went for it anyway.

And guess what?
I surprised myself.

That’s exactly what we’ll do at the Honest Body Retreat:
✅ Learn how to trust your body again
✅ Notice what’s possible instead of what’s “wrong”
✅ Build strength—not just physically, but mentally
You don’t have to be flexible.
You don’t have to be fit.
You just have to be open.

🟣 Sunday 7th October | 1–4pm | St Vincent’s Hospice
🎟️ Early Bird: £25 until 15th Sept (£50 after)
💜 All proceeds go to St Vincent’s Hospice
👉 Book here: Stripe Payment Link: https://buy.stripe.com/14A28s1sS7Zr3500Xmdby0j
Let this be your moment to say “I’m doing this for me.”

01/09/2025

What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You
By Laura Walker | Founder, Launch Exercise Therapy

You wake up one day and your body feels… foreign.
You forget names.
Your jeans don’t fit, even though your habits haven’t changed.
Sleep is elusive. Your joints ache.
You catch yourself wondering, “Is this what getting older feels like?”

Let me say this clearly:
You are not falling apart.
Your body is not betraying you.
It’s just finally telling the truth.
Menopause Isn’t a Problem—It’s a Mirror
Most of us weren’t prepared for this.
We were warned about periods, maybe pregnancy. But menopause? Not really. And certainly not the version where our bodies force us to confront:

Years of looking after everyone else first
Burnt-out boundaries and unspoken resentment
Shame handed down through generations about our bodies, our appetites, our anger
A lifetime of being praised for enduring, for shrinking, for staying silent
Now, the mirror’s up.
And menopause is asking: “Are you ready to really see yourself?”

What the Fitness and Wellness Industry Gets Wrong
Too often, the menopause conversation is a checklist of symptoms and supplements. Or worse—false promises, miracle fixes, spiritual bypassing.
What you don’t hear enough is this:
You’re not broken. You’re being revealed.

This phase of life isn’t about chasing the woman you used to be.
It’s about meeting the woman you’re becoming.

✨ The Honest Body Retreat: A Different Kind of Support
That’s why I created The Honest Body Retreat—a grounded, science-led, movement-based experience for women who are done being dismissed and are ready to reconnect.
📅 Tuesday 7th October
🕐 1pm – 4pm
📍 St Vincent’s Hospice, Howwood
This retreat is for you if you’re:
Feeling confused, stuck or disconnected from your body
Dealing with hot flashes, joint pain, poor sleep or brain fog
Tired of spiritual fluff or fitness extremes
Ready to learn real tools, not temporary fixes

🧘‍♀️ What You’ll Get:
Education on what menopause actually is
Pilates & functional movement to relieve pain & boost strength
Breathwork & nervous system tools backed by evidence (not incense)
Hormone-friendly nutrition guidance
A calm, no-pressure environment—you choose how much you share
A take-home toolkit to keep supporting yourself
A goodie bag of supportive treats

💥 PLUS: Free Postural Analysis if you book by 15th Sept
🎟️ All Proceeds Go to St Vincent’s Hospice
👩‍⚕️ Staff: £20 | Public: £50
🌟 Early Bird (until 22nd Sept): Staff £10 | Public £25
Book here: https://buy.stripe.com/14A28s1sS7Zr3500Xmdby0j
📩 Spaces are limited.

28/08/2025

🌿 THE HONEST BODY RETREAT 🌿

Tuesday 7th October | 1–4pm | St Vincent’s Hospice

Are you feeling stiff, tired, or not quite yourself lately? Wondering if your symptoms could be linked to perimenopause or menopause—but don’t know where to turn?
This movement-based, no-nonsense retreat is for women who want to feel stronger, clearer, and more in control of their health—without the spiritual fluff.

💪 What to expect:
✨ Menopause education: Real talk about symptoms + what helps
🧘‍♀️ Pilates & yoga-inspired movement for joint, hip & back pain
🥗 Nutritional guidance for hormonal support
🧎‍♀️ Relaxation & breathwork to calm your system
🎁 A gorgeous goodie bag for every participant

📝 Bonus: Book by 15th September and get a FREE postural analysis with Laura
🎟️ Fundraising Prices (All proceeds go to St Vincent’s Hospice):
👩‍⚕️ Staff: £20 | Public: £50
🌟 Early Bird (until 22nd Sept): Staff £10 | Public £25

💬 “You’re not broken. You just haven’t been given the right tools—until now.”
📩 Limited spaces – message now to book your place and feel better in your body.

St Vincent's Hospice

31/07/2025

🎓✨ Certified + Empowered! ✨🎓

I’m proud to share that I’ve completed my Women in Sport certification with The Well HQ—and WOW, what an eye-opening and empowering journey it’s been.

This knowledge is a game-changer for how we coach, support, and develop women and girls in sport.

💥 It’s time to stop treating the menstrual cycle like a barrier
💥 It’s time to rewrite the narrative shaped by poor PE experiences
💥 And it’s DEFINITELY time to coach women based on science, not silence

I can’t wait to bring this knowledge into my coach education programmes—helping teams, clubs and leaders unlock the full potential of their female athletes by working with the body, not against it.

This isn’t just progress—it’s long overdue.

Let’s raise the standard. Let’s change the culture. Let’s build a future where women thrive in sport.

Want to know more DM me

15/07/2025

🌿 The Honest Body Retreat
No fads. No filters. Just real tools for women who are ready to feel like themselves again.
Struggling with fatigue, stiffness, mood swings or feeling dismissed? This retreat is for you if you’re:
🔄 Exhausted from trying “everything” and getting nowhere
💬 Tired of being told it’s in your head
🧠 Mentally drained and physically stuck
💪 Scared to exercise but know doing nothing isn’t working
❤️ Ready to be listened to, supported, and actually helped
What you’ll experience:
✅ Posture & body literacy session (finally understand your aches!)
✅ Honest Pilates & Yoga designed for hormonal health
✅ Delicious hormone-friendly food
✅ Guided breathwork & nervous system reset
✅ No judgement, just science-backed support

📲 Scan the QR code on the image to book your place—spaces are limited! Let this be the day you stop guessing and start healing.

14/07/2025

🧠 Tired of Googling your symptoms?

You don’t need another quick fix. You need someone who gets it—and a plan that works with your body, not against it.

Whether you’re looking for support at home, in a group, or 1-to-1… I’ve created flexible ways for you to feel stronger, clearer, and more like you again. 💪

✨ Discover how you can work with me, what the process looks like, and the first step to take (hint: it’s easier than you think!).
👉 Read the blog: https://launchexercisetherapy.co.uk/blog/
 📩 Or DM me if you’re ready to talk about what’s best for you.

07/07/2025

⚠️ You’re scared to exercise because you think it might make things worse.
But here’s the uncomfortable truth: avoiding it is what’s keeping you stuck.

You’ve tried pushing through. You’ve tried doing nothing.
And neither has worked.

What you actually need isn’t more effort—it’s the right kind of support.
And that’s exactly what this blog will show you.

💬 I share the real story of a 40-year-old VA student—drained, frustrated, and ready to give up—who finally started feeling like herself again through simple, hormone-informed movement.

Because I get it.
👉 You’re not lazy.
👉 You’re a grafter.
👉 But you’re mentally exhausted from trying to fix this on your own.

Let this be the moment you stop spinning your wheels and start moving forward.

📖 Read the blog: Finally Feel Like Yourself Again – How Movement Supports Midlife Health
🔗 www.launchexercisetherapy.co.uk/blog
🛑 This needs to stop.
✅ You need something that works.

20/06/2025

🧘‍♀️ Slower Isn’t Weaker—It’s Smarter.
If you’re navigating menopause, managing a health condition, or simply feel like your body doesn’t bounce back the way it used to, you might think fast-paced, sweaty workouts are the only path to progress.

But what if the real power lies in slowing down?

In my latest blog, I explain why slower, controlled movement isn’t just safe—it’s transformative.
For your joints. For your nervous system. For your results.

💡 Whether you’re dealing with joint pain, fatigue, hormone changes, or you’re just afraid of making things worse—this is for you.

👉 Read the blog now and discover why you’re in safe, expert hands at Launch:
https://launchexercisetherapy.co.uk/why-slower-movement-is-more-powerful/

17/06/2025

🫀 EXERCISE & CARDIAC HEALTH: What Every Woman Should Know

If you’re on meds for high blood pressure or cholesterol, you might feel like exercise is off-limits. You’re not imagining it—it does feel different. That’s because medications like beta blockers reduce your max heart rate, so your body might not give you the usual signs of effort.

Here’s the deal:

💊 You may not get out of breath even when your heart is working hard.
🧠 This makes it hard to know when to slow down—or when to push.
🫁 Your recovery might be slower, but it doesn’t mean you’re weak.
✅ The solution? Movement tailored to your medication.
You need a coach who understands you, not just a “target heart rate.”

With the right guidance, you can:

Improve blood pressure & cholesterol
Protect your heart health long-term
Feel confident—not scared—during workouts
✨ Ask your trainer: “What do you know about exercising on heart medication?”
If they can’t answer, it’s time to find someone who can.
DM me or sign up for my free Health By Numbers ebook and know how to exercise safely on medication: https://launchexercisetherapy.co.uk/health-by-numbers-e-book/

11/06/2025

💭 I had a nightmare last night.
Nothing unusual about that—except it really got me thinking.

My husband’s away with work, and my daughter (who was staying with us for a while) has just moved out again. So, for the first time in a long time, I’m properly on my own.
Now I love my own space. I thrive in it. But still, this dream had a different edge to it.

Most people might say, “Oh, it’s the life changes getting to you.” But here’s another layer I know to be true…

👉 I haven’t been strength training as regularly as usual lately.
And I love lifting. I respond well to it—my body tells me so, and even my DNA test confirms it: resistance training gives me the biggest return.
I still enjoy cardio, but it doesn’t give me the same edge, the same balance, the same hormone-regulating power that strength training does.

💡 Here’s the science bit: I have naturally higher testosterone (for a female), and resistance training helps me use it well. When I don’t move heavy things? That surplus has nowhere to go—and in my case, it shows up as disrupted sleep and vivid dreams.

So today’s reminder is this:
Exercise isn’t just about how you look. It’s about what you’re managing, balancing, and letting go of.
For me, strength training is emotional, mental, and hormonal hygiene.

And now—back to the gym I go. 🔁💪

What are YOU regulating through your workouts?
Stress? Sleep? Energy? Mood?
Drop it below. Let’s talk about what your movement is really doing for you. 👇✨

26/05/2025

😣 Do you stand at the back of the fitness class, hoping nobody will look at you?
You’re not lazy. You’re not weak.
You’ve just been trying to force a body that’s asking for support — not pressure.

At Launch Exercise Therapy, we help women understand and work with their bodies, not against them.

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, full menopause, or simply want to feel better in your skin, we teach you how to move in sync with your hormones so you feel energised—not exhausted.

Here’s how we guide you:

🌀 SYNC YOUR MOVEMENT
• Strength train when estrogen peaks
• Slow down during the luteal phase
• Rest deeply during menstruation

💜 Our online 7AM classes are safe spaces where women like you rebuild confidence and strength:
• Gymstick Mondays
• Yoga Tuesdays
• Pilates Wednesdays

✨ These aren’t just workouts — they’re wellness education sessions that help you tune in and take control.

Want to stop hiding and start feeling at home in your body again?
👇 Drop a comment, DM me, or book your first class. Let’s walk this journey together.

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