Julia Willmott Fitness

26/09/2025

💪This week’s Pilates classes here in Petersfield were full of focus, fun and a few giggles too 🙌.

🧘🏾‍♀️My in-person spots are all taken at the moment, but you can still move, stretch and strengthen with me — wherever you are — in my LIVE ONLINE PILATES TWICE A WEEK.

💖Perfect if you’re short on time, want to stay consistent, or just love rolling out your mat at home. 🧘‍♀️

✨ Ready to start? Join here: https://juliawillmott.com/membership-sign-up/

22/09/2025

🌸 Little life update…
I’ve just been named Women’s Wellness Coach of the Year (Hampshire) in the GHP Active Lifestyle Awards 2025 🥹✨

I'm a bit chuffed — as this is really about the amazing women I get to work with every day. You inspire me constantly, and this award feels like a celebration of all of us 💜
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22/09/2025

What's the right kind of exercise for those with asthma? Check out my latest blog to find out...

Over the years, I’ve worked with many clients who live with asthma, and one thing I hear time and again is how nervous they often feel about exercise. The fear of breathlessness or a flare-up can make it hard to even start. But what they’ve also discovered is that with the right approach, moveme...

20/09/2025

🧘‍♀️What a difference a day makes!
💃Taking time away can be just the reset you need as a new season begins.
🙏Thank you to our recent retreat guests for such heart felt feedback!
🌟We’re already looking forward to our next retreat in the New Year! Tina Knowles Photography

10/09/2025

Delighted that we've sold out for our Forest Bathing Autumn Retreat this Sunday!
Really looking forward to welcoming 9 special ladies to day of restoring, resting and resetting in the magical Damson Hill Cottage Woodland.
Don't worry if you weren't able to book on.
I'll soon by posting some simple tips on how you can have your very own mini retreat at home.
Everyone deserves time to let go of the old and welcome in the new, especially as Autumn approaches xx

03/09/2025

Nearly 20 years ago, I walked into this hall with just 3 people and a dream. 🌿
Now it’s home to a vibrant Pilates community that’s grown step by step.

Your reminder today: whatever your dream is, keep believing, keep
showing up… that’s how it grows. 💜

01/07/2025

✈️ Going on holiday? You deserve sunshine, fun… and zero bladder stress.
If you’re dealing with leaks, urgency, or frequent loo trips, don’t just “manage”—let’s take control. 🙌

💡Above all, the game-changer is:
👉 A Women’s Health Physio appointment
👉 A regular Pelvic Floor muscle training program

But while you pack your bags, here are 5 extra bladder-friendly travel tips to keep you comfy and confident:

1️⃣ Stay hydrated but don't drink too much water - to avoid bladder overload.
2️⃣ Skip the irritants – Limit caffeine, alcohol, and sugar if you’re sensitive.
3️⃣ Dashing for the loo? Do some PF quick flicks to remind the bladder it's not time to let go just yet.
4️⃣ Beat constipation – Fibre, water & movement help ease bladder pressure.
5️⃣ Get support – Continence is treatable. My Core Programs + a physio = 💪 #
🎯 You don’t have to put up with it.
A bit of targeted support goes a long way to getting your life—and holiday—back.

📞 Book a discovery call with me or speak to your GP before you go. You deserve to travel free from worry.

27/06/2025

✈️ Heading off on a summer break? ☀️ Before you pack your sunscreen and glowing body oils, it’s worth considering what's in those products — especially if you’re in perimenopause or menopause.

As our hormones shift, our skin becomes more sensitive, drier, and reactive. The wrong products can disrupt your hormones, irritate your skin, and even worsen menopausal symptoms.

Some things to AVOID in your summer skincare:
🚫 Parabens
🚫 Phthalates
🚫 Synthetic fragrance

These ingredients are known endocrine disruptors .

Some natural alternatives to consider instead:
🌿 Aloe vera gel (soothes + hydrates)
🌿 Rosehip or jojoba oil (natural glow)
🌿 Chamomile or calendula mist (calms and cools)
🌿 Shea butter (nourishes dry patches post-beach)
⚠️ Caveat: Always patch-test new products before use, and if necessary seek advice from a skincare professional, especially if you have sensitive or reactive skin. Even natural ingredients can cause irritation for some people.

✨ Natural ingredients protect your skin and support hormone balance — so you can glow from within, without the chemical overload.

Your midlife skin deserves more than just a tropical scent. It deserves real care — without the hormone hijack. 💛

10/06/2025

⚡️Back pain and pelvic floor dysfunction:
➡️A hypertonic or ‘tense’ pelvic floor is a type of pelvic floor dysfunction.
📊Data suggests that it occurs as often as in 1 in 10 people.
⬇️Hypertonic pelvic floor symptoms include
➡️chronic pain in the pelvic area,
➡️painful s*x,
➡️difficulty with urination and bowel movements,
➡️and lower back pain.
Urinary symptoms can include frequency, urgency, hesitancy, and incomplete emptying.
❤️If you suspect you may have a hypertonic pelvic floor, or pelvic floor dysfunction in general, it's a good idea to get checked out by a Women's Health Physio.
I work closely with local WHPs as part of my role in helping women improve their core function .
On my Back to your Core Program (tm) I teach women how to release the pelvic floor and core muscles, (and other areas!) so that they can then work on strengthening their core back up again.
If you're interested in my Back to your Core program, feel free to DM me.
💖Pelvic Floor Dysfunction is common but not normal - with a good team around you there's so much you can do to improve your situation xx

04/06/2025

The marmite of all Pilates kit - The Pilates Circle!
Some of my participants love it, some ... well don't (and call it the Circle of Torture!)
But like other bits of Pilates kit, it's so versatile - great for:
-toning inner thighs;
-strengthening chest and back;
- optimal shoulder placement....to name but a few.
If you do Pilates - are you a fan of the Circle or not?

03/06/2025

⭐️Big News: I’m officially training to become a Mindfulness Coach 🌿

Over the years, I’ve seen how anxiety can quietly take hold—racing thoughts, restless nights, that feeling like you just can’t switch off.
And more than ever, as I've got older I know the impact this can have on physical health as well as mental wellbeing.
I'm taking this journey because, more recently, my own regular mindfulness practice has helped me manage the grieving process. I want to learn how to help others use this invaluable tool to:

🧠 Calm the anxious mind
💬 Respond to stress with clarity
💓 Reconnect with the present moment
🌱 Build inner resilience, gently and sustainably.

If you’ve been struggling with anxiety or simply want to feel more present and grounded in your daily life, stay tuned. Something supportive and powerful is on the way 💫

17/05/2025

🥳Delighted to have been asked to contribute to Good Housekeeping’s 2025 Menopause Handbook! 💃Have you grabbed your copy yet ?
🚀Packed full of useful advice -
✅the latest in HRT
✅better sleep
✅weight management
✅better s❤️x
And lots more !
Perfect weekend read 😘🤲