Why should I start strength training..?
Maximising longevity
Hi, I'm Katie, and my mission is simple.
To help women build strength: for health, longevity, independence and confidence.
Your muscle mass starts to decline year-on-year after the age of 30. However, it's your GREATEST DEFENCE against disease, frailty and premature death from any cause. It can prolong your life.
You therefore need to build it, use it and protect it, and that's achieved through structured and progressive training. So, if you've heard about resistance training and you're not sure where to start, or you've started but need tailored advice, then you're in the right place.
Reframing "normal"...
Women should be lifting heavy weights!
For most women, particularly over the age of 40, strength training has never been on our agenda. It was never part of our education, it wasn't talked about in gym inductions (straight to the cardio machines), and where were our role models? Thankfully, those days have gone!
Forget skinny and forget toning (it doesn't exist). Let's talk muscular strength. It's critical to your health from perimenopause onwards, and it's time to embrace what your body is capable of.
Ladies, let's normalise building & using our muscles.
Programming tailored to your needs...
Progression, variety & fun
Your programme starts at your current level of ability. It will always be safe, tailored, and progressive. I'll assess your goals, and provide clear structure for measurable improvement.
For example, you might be looking to:
- Overcome existing injuries or chronic aches and pains
- Make general day-to-day life easier e.g. keeping up with the children / grandchildren
- Build strength for other hobbies or activities that you already participate in or would like to start
- Build confidence and knowledge
- Train for a specific event
Working together - your options
In-person training
A little about me...
In-person training
We'll train together at The Albury Gym, for an agreed block of sessions, with all dates planned in advance. We'll have a clear focus and aims, and a review at the end to plan your next steps.
Online coaching
A little about me...
In-person training
If you're confident training on your own, then we can work together online. We'll set a fixed block of time, and you'll have access to your workouts via an app. Differing levels of support are available.
A little about me...
A little about me...
A little about me...
Sport has always been my 'go-to' for my physical & mental health. I've competed in a mix of recreational and elite-amateur competitions, including marathons, GB triathlon, and Hyrox.