Sharing our journey, tips, tricks & the latest on all things women’s fitness
We love to keep it real, and hope through sharing our own journey you will find both inspiration and solidarity. From fitness to fertility and mental health to motherhood – we share our highs and lows, our philosophies and values. Happy reading.
Turning a Setback into a Comeback - My Commitment to Movement in 2025
As I look toward 2025, I’m setting a goal that once felt out of reach: to run another marathon. This time, it’s about more than just crossing the finish line. It’s about proving to myself that I’m stronger than the challenges I’ve faced. My mantra for this journey is simple: move with purpose. I’m taking it one step at a time, listening to my body, and embracing the process.
Tips for a healthy holiday season
Here are our top tips to help you sneak in a little more nutrients and movement, whilst enjoying everything that the summer season is all about!
Why your HIIT workouts might not be working!
When we do HIIT workouts our body releases a hormone which is called cortisol.
This hormone controls how our body responds to stressors and is in charge of the fight or flight response.
If you are a stressed-out person who is already releasing cortisol and then you go and add in regular HIIT training you could essentially be making your stress and anxiety much worse.
Exercise during Perimenopause & Menopause
We hope this blog sheds some light on what perimenopause and menopause is, symptoms you may experience and of course we’ll share the things you need to consider when it comes to exercise and some exercise recommendations.
Benefits of strength training for women
There are many benefits of strength training for women, both physical and mental. In this blog post, we will explore some of the key benefits of strength training for women, as well as share She Moves recommendations for anyone wanting to get started!
Trimester 3: Staying Active and Healthy During Pregnancy, tips from Ren at 39 weeks!
I’m writing this blog from my swiss ball at 39 weeks pregnant! I’ve had so many people asking if I’m still working out in these last few weeks - the answer to that is yes! I thought it might be a good idea to share some tips to help you keep moving too.
Empowering Fitness Journeys: Dannyelle Doidge’s Triumph with She Moves!
Meet She Moves member Dannyelle Doidge, a real-life She Moves superstar. Back in August 2022, juggling family and fitness felt impossible. But inspired by her husband's progress, she decided to give it a shot. She stumbled upon She Moves – a game-changer that made fitness finally click.
Carving Out Time for Exercise in Your Busy Life!
"I just can't find the time to exercise" or "Ugh, time's not on my side." Believe us, we've heard all the excuses, but we've got to be straight with you. Saying you don't have time? Yeah, it's a bit of a stretch. Everyone's got time, it's just about whether you're ready to hustle for it, have a real reason pushing you, and are ready to put exercise on that priority pedestal.
Tips to start exercising and actually stick to it!
Starting can be tough, especially if you're new to workout plans or have let physical activity slide for a while. But you're not alone in this, and guess what? It's never too late to take that first step! In this blog find 4 powerful tips we believe make a huge difference when starting out on an exercise journey!
Slow down and stretch out
Stretching is often the neglected part of many peoples exercise programme…
Three Postpartum Recovery Myths
Ren & Jen share the three most common postpartum rehabilitation myths and common mistakes they say new mums making when it comes to their return to exercise.
Pregnancy Exercise at She Moves
We know that every pregnancy is different and we know that fitness levels vary person to person this is why we offer so much variety in this space! At She Moves there is something appropriate for every pregnant Mum. Check out all our classes in this blog and what ones might be best for you.
Household items to level up your workouts!
No equipment, no worries! Don’t let the excuse of not having equipment hold you back. In fact, you probably have all the equipment necessary at home right now. Before you go out and spend money on new equipment, take a look at our list of household items that you can substitute for the real thing.
4 Reasons to try Pilates in 2023
Ever wanted to try Pilates but something has stopped you? Maybe you felt like you wouldn’t get a “real” workout in? Our Head trainer and Pilates Queen Julia has put together 4 reasons why you should try Pilates in 2023!
Returning to exercise after miscarriage / pregnancy loss
I want to tell you that each time I did exercise ‘it made me feel better’ but honestly it didn’t… not at the start anyway. At the start I would just walk on the treadmill and cry. But walking on the treadmill balling my eyes out was a start and eventually it did begin to help, it did start to give me both the physical and emotional benefits.
Returning to exercise after Covid
A slow gradual return to exercise after covid is key. Covid infection has been associated with heart inflammation including myocarditis. In this blog you’ll find guidelines and She Moves class recommendations as you phase back into exercise!
Kickstart your postpartum rehab - weeks 0-6
In those early weeks (0-6) it goes without saying rest is the best and most important thing to be doing when you can but there are a few other things you can place focus on to kickstart your postpartum recovery!
Is HIIT the best form of exercise to get results??
If you have just had a baby, if you have spent the last 3 years doing little to no exercise, if you have pelvic floor dysfunction, if you are really stressed, have back pain or knee pain then HIIT is in most circumstances….The worst form of exercise for you.
“Exercise and your menstrual cycle”
Did you know that your workouts can feel better or worse depending on where you are at in your cycle? This is because as women our hormones are constantly fluctuating. Here’s a look at the different phases of your cycle and what to think about when it comes to your choice of exercise.
Returning to exercise postpartum
Getting back into exercise after having a baby is a big deal and for some it can be quite overwhelming with knowing where to start…