Being vulnerable

Being vulnerable

Being vulnerable – where do I stand on it? As a massage therapist I offer space for my clients to be vulnerable. For them to discuss injuries, areas of physical pain and discomfort, but also a space where they can feel comfortable being emotionally vulnerable...
What’s it like to train with me?

What’s it like to train with me?

“What’s it like to train with you?”. I get asked this a lot because people want to know my methods. I fell into training Sports Massage when my tutor Bruce Craven thought I’d be good at it and asked me to teach with him. He saw something in me...
Nutrition myths – tips to fuel/feel better

Nutrition myths – tips to fuel/feel better

Nutrition is a contentious topic. There are mixed opinions out there and therefore conflicting advice. But as someone who is and always has been around sport, people either ask my advice or I’ve tried it myself. Mainly because I was a swimmer/athlete in my youth...
TOP 5 TIPS for reducing back pain

TOP 5 TIPS for reducing back pain

I’m often telling people how we are in a weakened position when forward folding and twisting. It’s no joke that when you have abdominal surgery they advise not to lift or hoover! Nobody knows their own body like the person living inside it however we all...
Trauma: how it manifests in the body

Trauma: how it manifests in the body

Issues in your tissues? When I broke 18 bones people said I’d never be the same…in a good way! The most common question when you’re injured or been through something is “are you back to normal?!”. Trauma can leave you feeling like there is no normal or any...