Freedom Fitness and Wellbeing

Freedom Fitness and Wellbeing Lydia Palmer has 14 years experience within the personal training industry.

🌿 Empower and Align – Outdoor Fitness Class 💪Looking for a way to move your body, get fresh air, and connect with other ...
05/05/2026

🌿 Empower and Align – Outdoor Fitness Class 💪

Looking for a way to move your body, get fresh air, and connect with other like-minded women?

Join us every Tuesday morning from 9:15–10:00am at Welland Park Tennis Courts for a fun, supportive circuit-based outdoor workout designed for all fitness levels.

This class is perfect for mums, but absolutely open to any woman who wants to feel stronger, more energised, and part of a supportive community.

✨ What to expect:
– Full-body circuit training
– Fresh air & feel-good movement
– A welcoming, no-pressure environment
– Accountability and community vibes

Whether you’re getting back into fitness or just want something that feels good for your body and mind, this is for you 💚

📍 Welland Park Tennis Courts
⏰ Tuesdays | 9:15–10:00am

DM to book your spot or for more info!

It’s always a choice. You don’t always control how you feel, but you do control what you do next. - I’m in a training se...
19/04/2026

It’s always a choice. You don’t always control how you feel, but you do control what you do next. - I’m in a training session this morning, reflecting on how often our actions come down to the choices we make in the moment — especially when it comes to mindset, discipline, and how we respond to what’s going on internally.

For me, training is a good reminder of that. I always feel better once I’ve made the choice to show up and do the work, even when I don’t necessarily feel like it at the start.

A lot of this comes down to awareness — noticing the thoughts driving our decisions and understanding where they come from.

If you’re working through mindset challenges or just want to talk things through, feel free to reach out.

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17/04/2026
17/04/2026

Two ways to train with me in the week 💪

Empower & Align (Outdoor Women’s Class)
Tuesdays | 9:15–10:00am | Wellham Park
Outdoor women’s wellbeing session focused on strength, mindset & connection. Kids welcome if needed.

Dumbbell Blast (Online)
Thursdays | 6:00–6:45am
Quick, effective full-body dumbbell workout from home.

Message me for more info & come join us this spring/summer 🌿

Training While ❤️‍🩹 recovering Day 9 of a viral respiratory bug… and yes, I worked out today. 🏋️‍♂️💪Here’s the thing: I ...
02/04/2026

Training While ❤️‍🩹 recovering

Day 9 of a viral respiratory bug… and yes, I worked out today. 🏋️‍♂️💪

Here’s the thing: I dropped my weights, chose the easier options, and kept it gentle. My heart rate spiked quickly, and I got hot straight away—but I still feel proud I showed up for myself.

Recovery isn’t linear. Your body can feel stronger one day and wiped out the next, and that’s okay. Right now, I’m in a bit of a “skin phase”,sweating more, skin sensitive, even caffeine drops under my eyes are stinging. It’s all part of the body recalibrating.

Takeaways:
• Listen to your body. Lighter weights or modified sessions are not “cheating”, they’re smart.
• Sweating, skin sensitivity, and rapid heart rate can be normal post-illness. Hydrate, rest, and honor it.
• Celebrate the small wins. Showing up, even with lower intensity, is progress.

Your health and recovery are part of your fitness journey. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is slow down and respect your body.

27/03/2026

Sometimes the body knows best. 💛

This week I had to take three days off training thanks to a virus that’s been going around. Normally my thoughts would go straight to: “I don’t have time for this. I should push through.” I’d feel guilty for resting, and often end up training anyway, even when my body isn’t ready.

But this time, I stepped aside, ego out of the way, and just listened: “Your body needs rest. Recharge. Look after yourself. Otherwise you’ll make it worse.”

And you know what? After giving myself that permission, today I feel so much better. Energy is back, strength is back, and training feels joyful again — like in these lifts 🏋️‍♀️ (back squats, Bulgarian splits with my dog circling like a little whirlwind 🐶💨).

The lesson? Sometimes pausing is part of progress. Sometimes slowing down is actually the fastest way to move forward. And sometimes, it’s OK to put self-care before ego, guilt, or expectation.

Have you had a moment where rest actually made you stronger? I’d love to hear. 🌱

Sometimes self-care isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about pausing, noticing, and just being. 🌿☕I’m training to be a ther...
20/03/2026

Sometimes self-care isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about pausing, noticing, and just being. 🌿☕
I’m training to be a therapist, and alongside personal training, I now offer wellbeing coaching too. Our sessions don’t have to be about lifting weights or intense workouts—they can be a mindful walk, a chat, or simply sitting together, having a cup of tea, and holding space.
If you want someone to listen, support you, and create a safe, judgment-free space, I’d love to help. 💛

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums out there showing up, for your kids, for your family, and for yourselves 💪❤️. Today, ...
15/03/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums out there showing up, for your kids, for your family, and for yourselves 💪❤️. Today, I’m celebrating in my own way: workouts done ✅, dogs walked 🐶, and making time for myself while still being ‘mum.’ Whether it’s lifting, running, yoga, or just taking a quiet moment, showing up for YOU is part of the journey too. Here’s to all the strong, unstoppable mums who lift, move, and care for themselves while loving fiercely. You deserve it. ✨ ”

Balancing family, fitness, and life isn’t always neat.Some mornings, I feel full of energy and hit the weights or a card...
06/03/2026

Balancing family, fitness, and life isn’t always neat.

Some mornings, I feel full of energy and hit the weights or a cardio session. Other mornings, I swap a run for a walk or do a lighter session, because life, family, and energy levels don’t always line up.

Being in a blended family brings its own dynamics: routines differ, meals happen at all hours, and energy ebbs and flows in ways you can’t always predict. Some days I have a little solo time to focus on myself. Other days, I’m fully in family mode, adjusting workouts, meals, and routines to what works in the moment.

As a PT and counselling student, I’ve learned that health isn’t just about calories, sets, or reps. It’s about listening to your body, adapting when you need to, and giving yourself permission to slow down — especially when life is busy and complex.





Why We Can’t Stop Fixating on “Flaws”Ever notice how your brain latches onto the part of your body you least like, maybe...
04/03/2026

Why We Can’t Stop Fixating on “Flaws”

Ever notice how your brain latches onto the part of your body you least like, maybe your hips, belly, or thighs and refuses to let it go? 🧠

Here’s why: humans have a negativity bias,we notice what’s “wrong” more than what’s right. Combine that with societal pressures and constant comparison, and suddenly that tiny imperfection feels huge.

The good news? You can train your brain to see your body differently. Shifting attention, mindful movement, and gentle self-talk all help reduce fixation and build a healthier relationship with yourself.

Curious how to make this work for your body and mind? 💛
📩 Message me—I’d love to share practical tips that actually help you feel more confident in your skin.
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Wednesday 6am - 10pm
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