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Anna is a qualified Yoga Teacher, Level 3 Personal Trainer and Functional Range Conditioning Coach w

Anna’s yoga classes are light hearted and down to earth with an emphasis on having fun and figuring out what feels good for your body. There is no set style and instead she blends mobility training with traditional yoga poses to help you improve how well you move. All classes are open level and every age, gender and body is accepted. There will be options and variations of each pose to suit every

one meaning you can work and progress at a level that suits you. Classes
Monday, 6pm, Catherine de Barnes Village Hall
Wednesday, 9:15am, Solihull Women's Institute

17/04/2026

Ever feel like your lower back is constantly tight or achy?

One of the most common (and often overlooked) causes is actually tight quads and hip flexors.

When these muscles become shortened, usually from lots of sitting, they pull the pelvis into an anterior pelvic tilt (tipping forward). This increases the arch in your lower back, putting extra pressure on the lumbar spine; hello tension and discomfort.

The good news? You can start to relieve some of that tightness by giving your quads and hip flexors a little attention.

✨ In this video, I’m demonstrating the couch stretch, a simple but powerful way to open up the front of the hips and thighs, helping to take strain out of the lower back.

Take it slow, breathe deeply, and don’t force it, this one can be intense!

Your lower back will thank you 🙏

13/04/2026

"Yoga with Anna" April Classes 🧘🏼‍♀️✨

Join me every Monday & Thursday, 6–7pm at Catherine de Barnes Village Hall for two beautifully balanced classes each week🧘‍♀️

Mondays – Dynamic Vinyasa Flow
Start your week feeling strong and energised. This April, we’re focusing on posterior chain mobility, helping to improve flexibility, support your spine, and build strength through the back body.

Thursdays – Slow Restorative Flow
Wind down with a calming practice designed to open the shoulders and upper back, improve posture, and release tension from desk-based work. Expect gentle movement, deep stretches, and total relaxation.

👉 Book your spot here: www.yogawithannauk.com

06/04/2026

Ready to get stronger, fitter, and have a blast doing it?

Join us every Tuesday at 6:30pm for our Gymnastics Strength Training class at Achieve Functional Fitness! 🤸‍♀️

Right now, we’re levelling up with pull-ups and bar muscle-ups, whether you’re chasing your first rep or refining your technique, we’ve got you covered 🙌

Expect good vibes, supportive coaching, and that unbeatable feeling when you hit a new personal best.

Grab a friend, bring your energy, and let’s build some serious strength together!

DM me for more info and how to book📩

03/04/2026

Wow, what an amazing turnout we had at our Fuelled & Fabulous workshop last Thursday; 30 incredible women in the room! 💫

We’re honestly so grateful to every single one of you who came along, brought your energy, and were part of such an empowering evening. It means so much to us to be able to create a space where women can learn, ask questions, and feel supported when it comes to their health.

We really hope you left feeling inspired, having learned something new, and most importantly feeling more confident to advocate for your health and make informed choices moving forwards 💛

This is exactly why we do what we do, and we’re so excited to keep this conversation around women’s health going.

We’re on a mission to reach as many women as possible and keep this important conversation around women’s health growing. If you’re part of a workplace, sports club, gym, yoga studio, or simply know a group of women who you feel would benefit from this workshop, we would love to come and deliver it there too, so please get in touch.

Thank you!

30/03/2026

Stronger, more mobile & more confident at any age! ✨

Our Over 60s Strength & Fitness Class at Achieve Functional Fitness is all about helping you move better, feel stronger, and stay independent for longer💪

🗓 Every Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Here’s what we’re working on right now:

👉 Tuesdays – Mobility & Movement
We’re focusing on improving shoulder mobility, especially external rotation, which helps:
✔️ Reduce stiffness and tension in the neck
✔️ Open up the shoulders and improve posture
✔️ Support better thoracic (upper back) extension
✔️ Make everyday movements easier and more comfortable

👉 Thursdays – Strength & Balance
We build full-body strength and stability to help:
✔️ Improve balance and reduce risk of falls
✔️ Maintain independence in daily life
✔️ Build confidence in how your body moves
✔️ Stay strong for the years ahead

🌟 Whether you’re new to exercise or getting back into it, this class is friendly, supportive, and tailored to you.

📍 Achieve Functional Fitness
Come along, give it a try, and invest in your future strength, mobility, and wellbeing!

💬 Message us to book your spot or find out more — we’d love to have you!

27/03/2026

Private Personal Training Studio in Knowle ✨

If you’ve been thinking about getting stronger but aren’t quite sure where to start, this is your gentle nudge💪🏼

I work with women who want to learn how to strength train properly in a calm, supportive environment. No intimidating gyms, no pressure, just personalised coaching focused on helping your body feel stronger and more capable.

Many of the women I work with are:
* Navigating perimenopause or menopause
* Wanting to improve bone density and muscle strength
* Managing niggles, aches, or old injuries
* Feeling unsure how to start lifting weights safely
* Ready to invest in their long-term health and strength

Strength training can be incredibly empowering, especially when it’s tailored to your body and your needs. My studio is a private space where you can learn, build confidence, and move well.

I have a few spaces available for 1–1 personal training, so if it’s been on your mind for a while, this might be your sign to start.

📩 Send me a message if you’d like more information or want to chat about whether it’s right for you.

Your body is capable of so much more than you think💪🏼✨

23/03/2026

Move, Breathe, Unwind with Me Each Week ✨

Looking to build strength, improve mobility, and give your body and mind some well-deserved care? I’d love to welcome you to my weekly yoga classes at Catherine de Barnes Village Hall 🧘‍♀️

🌿 Mondays | 6–7pm – Dynamic Vinyasa Flow
Start your week with energy and movement. This class is a dynamic vinyasa flow, designed to build strength, mobility, and fluid movement while connecting breath to motion. Expect a creative flow that leaves you feeling strong, uplifted, and ready for the week ahead.

🌙 Thursdays | 6–7pm – Slow & Restorative
A gentle, grounding class to help you slow down and reset. We stay entirely on the floor, holding poses for longer to create deep, nourishing stretches that release tension and calm the nervous system. Perfect if you need a moment of stillness and restoration.

Whether you’re looking to energise or unwind, there’s a space for you on the mat. Everyone is welcome 💛

📅 Every Monday & Thursday | 6–7pm
📍 Catherine de Barnes Village Hall

✨ Book your space:
www.yogawithannauk.com

I can’t wait to practice with you🧘‍♀️

20/03/2026

Perimenopause is not a decline, it’s a physiological shift that requires a strategic upgrade.

During perimenopause, your hormones start to fluctuate and decline, in particular estrogen, progesterone and testosterone all change in ways that affect muscle, bone, metabolism and recovery.

As estrogen declines, the body becomes less responsive to protein (known as anabolic resistance), insulin sensitivity can decrease, visceral fat storage can increase and bone loss accelerates. This means the strategies that worked in your 30s may no longer be enough.

What becomes essential:

• Strength training 2–4 times per week to maintain and build muscle and protect bone density
• Progressive overload with compound movements like squats, hinges, pushes and pulls
• Adequate protein (around 2–2.3g per kg of bodyweight) spread across the day
• Impact and power work to support bone health
• Quality sleep, recovery and stress management

Muscle isn’t just aesthetic, it’s metabolic currency. It regulates blood sugar, protects bone, supports longevity and helps maintain independence as we age.

The goal during perimenopause isn’t maintenance. It’s intentional preservation and building.

Lift heavier.
Prioritise protein.
Support recovery.

If you’re navigating this stage of life and want structured strength training, guidance, and support tailored to your body, this is exactly what I help women with.

📩 Send me a message if you’d like to learn more about my personal training and coaching options.

16/03/2026

Ready to level up your gymnastics game? 🤸‍♀️

Join us every Tuesday from 6:30–7:30 pm at Achieve Functional Fitness for our Gymnastics Strength Training Class. A fun, supportive session designed to build serious bodyweight strength and skills!

💪 Current focus: Handstand Push-Ups
🧗 Plus a little rope climb work to challenge your pulling strength and coordination.

Whether you’re a CrossFitter wanting to improve your gymnastics, someone who loves bodyweight strength training, or you’re just curious and want to learn something new, this class is for YOU.

✅ All levels welcome
✅ Everything scaled to your ability
✅ Supportive, encouraging environment

No matter where you’re starting from, we’ll help you build strength, confidence, and skills step by step.

✨ Come train, challenge yourself, and have fun doing it!

📍 Achieve Functional Fitness
🕡 Tuesdays | 6:30–7:30 PM

Bring your energy, bring a friend, and let’s get stronger together!💪🏼

13/03/2026

I’m so excited to officially launch “Fuelled & Fabulous” a workshop focusing on women’s health, in partnership with Alex Ogilby and Achieve Health✨

This is a workshop designed to help you understand how to fuel and train your body for long-term strength, energy and confidence, at every stage of life.

Inside the session we’ll cover:
✨ How nutrition needs change through your reproductive years, perimenopause and postmenopause
✨ Protein, fibre, iron, vitamin D and creatine, what they do and why they are so important
✨ Daily targets and simple ways to hit them
✨ The importance of strength training for bone density, muscle maintenance and healthy ageing
✨ How to support your hormones, energy and recovery through smart nutrition and training

Our goal is to give you clear, practical, evidence-based advice you can actually apply, no extremes, no overwhelm. Just empowering education to help you feel strong, capable and in control of your health.

📅 Thursday 19th March
⏰ 7:30–9:00pm
💷 £10

Spaces are limited — book here:
https://www.wodboard.com/locations/97/workshops/14501/1f6cd592

If you’ve ever felt confused about what your body needs as a woman, this workshop is for you. Let’s get you Fuelled & Fabulous 💪✨

09/03/2026

Strong has no age limit 💪✨

Our Over 60s Strength & Fitness crew absolutely smashing it this week at Achieve Functional Fitness! From barbell squats to goblet squats, every single person is working at a level that suits them, because strength training isn’t one-size-fits-all.

This class is massively focused on building strength, mobility, balance, and confidence. As we get older, maintaining muscle mass, improving bone density, and keeping our joints moving well becomes even more important. Strength training helps us stay independent, reduce injury risk, improve posture, and keep doing the things we love for longer.

And here’s the best part. No matter your starting point, age or ability level there is always an option to suit you. Barbell, dumbbell, bodyweight, box assisted, we meet you where you are and build from there in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment.

📅 Every Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 12–1 pm
📍 Achieve Functional Fitness

If you’ve been thinking about starting, this is your sign. It’s never too late to get stronger, and you won’t be doing it alone💪🏼

Message me to join us!

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