Healing In Motion

28/09/2025

I have been struggling with an injury for about 6 months. After seeing a chiro and finding out the injury was misdiagnosed, I quickly changed my rehab focus. After 2 weeks, I felt a difference.

I am so happy to be able to move again. It's still not 100%, but with the right strength and rehab, I know it will be.

Today was my first outdoor run in almost a year! I enjoyed it so much. 🥹🏃‍♀️🥳

04/06/2025

Throwback to my second road race in the streets of Elbląg, Poland.

Currently working through a minor MCL strain 🦵
It’s been about 5 weeks since I last ran, and as much as I’m missing it, I’m using this time to focus on upper body strength and proper rehab.

Truth is, being patient isn’t easy. I’ve felt frustrated, restless, even a little lost at times without my usual training routine. Movement is such a big part of who I am... physically, mentally, and emotionally.

But this is also a reminder I keep coming back to:
💬 Healing is progress too.

As a Biokineticist, I always encourage others to listen to their bodies, honour the healing process, and take rest seriously. Now it’s my turn to practice what I preach: to slow down, tune in, and trust the process.

Injury is never just physical. It challenges your mindset, too. But I'm learning (again) that strength isn’t just about what your body can do, it’s about how you show up when things aren’t going to plan.

To anyone else recovering right now: you're not alone. Progress looks different every season, and this one is about rebuilding. 💪✨

14/02/2022

So much fun doing sessions by the ocean! 😁 my kiddies are very committed 🏃‍♀️

07/12/2021

18/11/2021

🚨 SPECIALIST SPOTLIGHT 🚨

We are excited to welcome Rachel Leistra AKA to the Forte Specialists team.

Rachel offers services as a Personal Trainer, Biokineticist and Wellness Coach.

Learn more about Rachel here…

“I am a qualified Biokineticist, with a four-year degree in Biokinetics from the University of Johannesburg and I’m working towards obtaining my Master’s in Biokinetics from UJ. I have an HFPA (Health and Fitness Professionals Academy) certificate in sports massage.

Middle and long-distance running has always been one of my passions and running competitively is something I love to do.

These competitive sporting experiences, along with various related injuries, have given me an in-depth knowledge of my body’s limits and capabilities, and this is something I draw on to better assist in helping my clients heal.

I love interacting with people of all ages, from seniors to young adults and children. I believe that understanding your body and what works for you is the first step to preventing injuries. We are all unique and that’s why I prefer to work on a case-by-case basis to understand each person on an individual level, whether they are an athlete or not, and work out the best methods for helping my clients get stronger, fitter or just healthier overall.”

To book a session with Rachel, download the Forte App today!

Linktr.ee/forte_app or via the link in our bio.



Reposted from

18/11/2021

RUN STRONG PROGRAMS 💪🏃‍♀️
A program made to supplement your running training & help you be a stronger runner, decreasing risk for injuries.

Please note 🗒An initial consultation is needed, as programs are individualized according to your personal running goals/racing goals etc.

18/11/2021

Bring the little ones and let's have some fun, keeping active this holiday 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

17/11/2021

Afternoon activation 💪😊

11/11/2021

Cycling specific strength 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️

10/11/2021

09/11/2021

Pre and post Sports Massage for the Ride Joburg 947 event! ☝️🙌🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️
Pre event sports massage can help ease acute pains, increase overall blood circulation, loosen muscles improve range of movement, and allow waste products from training to be flush out of the muscles leaving muscles feeling fresh for the race.

Post event sports massage assists with recovery, reduce competition stiffness or pain, increase new blood flow to the area and improve range of movement, pretty much the same although your body may be a bit stiffer after the race ☺😉😅
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