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Empowering Women's Wellness Journey | Women's Health Physiotherapy | Pilates | Hypnosis | Education
Based in Winscombe North Somerset and Online

17/02/2026

Pilates doesn’t have to mean lying on the floor.

Chair Pilates gives you:

• Core strengthening
• Postural work
• Gentle mobility
• Functional strength
• Balance training

We use the chair for support, but we also work in standing to improve balance and confidence.

New Thursday class starting 5th March at 11:20am in Winscombe.

Ideal if:
– You feel stiff or deconditioned
– You prefer supported exercise
– You’re returning after injury
– You want something manageable but effective

I also have one space in my Monday and Wednesday morning Chair classes if Thursdays don’t suit.

To enquire or reserve a place, email:
roberta@thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk

16/02/2026

New Express Pilates Class.
You don’t need an hour to get a proper workout.

𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 is 30 minutes of focused, structured work:

• 45 seconds exercise
• 15 seconds to reset and move on
• Minimal downtime

It’s slightly more challenging than my mixed ability classes, and occasionally we use small equipment to increase intensity. Because the rest periods are shorter, you also get a mild cardio effect alongside core strengthening.

I have:
• ONE space – Wednesday 9:10am
• NEW class launching – Thursday 26th February at 7:05pm
In Winscombe.

To mark the launch, I’m offering a half-price trial (£3.50) on:
• Wednesday 25th February (9:10am)
• Thursday 26th February (7:05pm)

This trial is specifically for the Express class so you can see whether the pace and style suit you.

After that, sessions return to £7 paid half termly.

To book, email:
roberta@thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk

10/02/2026

What is Express Pilates?

A fast-paced 30-minute Pilates class for when you want results without spending an hour.

✔ 45 seconds work / 15 seconds rest
✔ Stronger core
✔ Cardio boost
✔ Short, focused, effective

🆕 New Express class starting Thursdays
🕖 7.05–7.35 pm
💷 Half-price trial on 26th February – £3.50

📍 Winscombe
📧 Email to book or ask questions:
roberta@thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk

P.S. I also have one space available in a Wednesday morning Pilates class at 9.10 am.

08/02/2026

Postnatal Pilates – spaces available next half term

A 45-minute physio-led postnatal Pilates class to help you safely rebuild strength after having a baby.

✔ Improve core strength
✔ Support pelvic girdle pain
✔ Help with diastasis recti
✔ Gentle return to fitness

Babies are welcome.

Exercises are adapted to suit your symptoms and ability, with different levels offered.

🕘 Thursdays at 9.15am
📍 Thrive and Shine Women’s Wellness Studio, Winscombe
👩👶 Small, friendly class – maximum of 6

📧 Email me to book or for more information:
roberta@thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk

07/02/2026

Struggling with back pain, joint pain, or menopause symptoms? Or just want to get fit? Join the new mixed-ability matwork Pilates class on Thursday mornings at 10:15am. Led by a qualified physiotherapist with over 20 years of experience. Held at Thrive and Shine Women’s Wellness in Winscombe. Small groups ensure individual support. More sessions available, get in touch for details or to book.

06/02/2026

Pelvic floor exercises are often talked about as if they’re just about squeezing and holding.

In reality, the pelvic floor needs to be able to relax, lengthen and respond to movement, as well as contract.

If the pelvic floor is always gripping or tense, it can contribute to symptoms such as pain, difficulty emptying the bladder or bowels, discomfort with exercise, or a feeling of pressure or heaviness.

The pelvic floor also works as part of a whole system, alongside breathing, abdominal muscles, hips and posture. If those areas aren’t supporting movement well, the pelvic floor can end up working harder than it should.

That’s why postnatal and pelvic health recovery often needs more than just isolated pelvic floor exercises — it’s about coordination, control and full-body strength.

05/02/2026

I currently have one space available in my Express Pilates class in Winscombe.

🕘 Wednesdays at 9:10am

Express Pilates is a 30-minute, physio-led class designed to give you a strong, efficient workout in a shorter amount of time. The class is timed, with 45 seconds of work followed by 15 seconds of rest, using more challenging exercises.

Because there’s very little rest between exercises, you keep moving throughout the session, which means you often get a cardio element alongside strength work. It’s a great option if you like a slightly more intense workout but don’t have time for a longer class.

I’m also considering adding an additional Express Pilates class on a Thursday evening at 7:05pm, and I’m currently taking names for anyone interested.

If you’d like to take the Wednesday morning space, or register interest in a future Express class, please email me at
roberta@thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk

04/02/2026

C-section scars don’t just affect the skin you can see.

Under the surface, multiple layers of tissue are healing and adapting. If movement between these layers becomes restricted, it can sometimes contribute to tightness, discomfort, altered sensation, or changes in how your body moves.

Once the scar has healed and it’s safe to do so, gentle scar massage or scar treatment can help to:
• Improve tissue mobility
• Reduce tightness or pulling sensations
• Improve comfort during movement and exercise
• Reduce sensitivity or numbness
• Support posture and core function
• Improve the appearance and feel of the scar over time

Scar care isn’t about aggressive massage or rushing healing. It’s about supporting normal movement between tissues as your body recovers.

Scar treatment can be helpful not only after C-sections, but following any abdominal surgery.

03/02/2026

I currently have limited Mat Pilates availability in Winscombe, and I’m also planning to add a new daytime class after half term.

Current availability
• Thursday evening at 8:00pm – Mixed Ability Mat Pilates (1 space available)
• Monday evening – Mixed Ability Mat Pilates (availability subject to current trial clients)

I’m also planning to trial a new Mixed Ability Mat Pilates class on Thursday mornings, starting from Thursday 26th February, subject to enough interest.

🕥 Thursdays at 10:15am
📍 Winscombe

This will be a physio-led mat class suitable for a wide range of abilities, with options to adapt exercises depending on experience, symptoms, or confidence with Pilates.

If you’d like to book one of the current spaces, join a waiting list, or register interest in the new Thursday morning class, please email me at
roberta@thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk

02/02/2026

How you breathe affects your pelvic floor, core, posture and stress levels. During pregnancy, postnatally, and in menopause, breathing often becomes shallow or held without us realising, which can change how pressure is managed through the abdomen and pelvic floor.

Over time, this can contribute to symptoms such as pelvic floor dysfunction, tension, pain, or feeling disconnected from your core.

Abdominal breathing can help to:
• Improve coordination between the diaphragm, core and pelvic floor
• Reduce unnecessary tension
• Support recovery after pregnancy or surgery
• Calm the nervous system

To try abdominal breathing:
• Place one hand on your chest and one hand on your tummy
• As you breathe in, send the breath down into the tummy so the lower hand rises
• As you breathe out, let that hand gently fall back down
• Try to keep the hand on your chest as still as possible

Breathe into the base of the lungs and ribcage rather than lifting the chest. This should feel comfortable and natural, not forced.

Try this for 30 seconds to a minute at a time. There’s no need for deep or exaggerated breaths, and if you feel light-headed, stop and return to normal breathing.

01/02/2026

A few Chair Pilates spaces have just become available in Winscombe.

• Monday at 11:30am – 1 space available
• Wednesday at 11:00am – 2 spaces available

Chair Pilates is physio-led and focuses on whole-body strength, control and mobility. It’s a great option if you want to exercise but find floor work difficult, or if joint pain, balance issues or confidence are a concern.

Classes are small and supportive, with exercises adapted to suit individual needs.

If you’d like to take one of these spaces, or join the waiting list for future Chair Pilates classes, please email me at
roberta@thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk

I’m also collecting interest for a potential Thursday morning Chair Pilates class, likely around 11:30am, subject to demand.

31/01/2026

I’ll be at the Hutton Moor baby nearly new sale this morning. If you’re popping along, come and say hi — I’m always happy to chat about women’s health, postnatal recovery, or anything you’ve been wondering about.

Address

Thrive And Shine Women's Wellness Studio, Corner House, Woodborough Road
Wedmore
BS251AQ

Website

http://www.thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk/

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