Claire Willis PT

Well… it’s official. 🔑🏡

After a lot of packing, organising, waiting (and wondering if we were *ever* actually going to get here!), we have the keys to our new home.

And with a new home comes a new chapter — and a new community for me to get to know.

I’m bringing my love of strength, Pilates and movement with me, and I’m really looking forward to helping more people feel stronger, move better and keep doing the things they love for longer.

There’s lots to come over the next few weeks and months… classes, individual sessions, practical advice, and plenty of evidence-based movement without the “no pain, no gain” nonsense.

For now, though…

Hello, new home. 👋
Hello, new chapter.
Hello, Wirral. 👋

I have a feeling we’re going to get to know each other very well. ❤️

One of the questions I'm asked is, "When should I start working on my balance?"

My answer?

Before you think you need to.

I'm over 45, and I don't do balance exercises because I'm worried about falling. I do them because I want to keep hiking, travelling, gardening, carrying the shopping and doing all the everyday things that make life enjoyable.

For me, balance isn't another workout to squeeze into the day. It's a few calf raises while I'm waiting in the supermarket queue, standing on one leg while the kettle boils, or simply making sure I move in lots of different directions throughout the day.

These little habits don't take much time, but over the years they can make a big difference.

After all, it's much easier to maintain a skill than rebuild it.

Have a look through the carousel, then tell me—which of these habits could you see yourself trying this week?

The UK just updated its movement guidelines — here's what it means for you 👉

If you've ever felt "exercise" wasn't really for you, this update is worth a read. It's now clear that movement doesn't need to be intense or lengthy to protect your health - especially if you're living with a long-term condition.

The part that stood out to me is that the biggest health gains come from going from doing nothing to doing something. Not from chasing a perfect number.
Let me say that again for those at the back... if you are currently doing little to no exercise, even just adding in one 10 minute walk, or a few sit to stand/squat movements each day is really beneficial.

Strength and balance work twice a week matters more than most people realise, too — it's one of the best things you can do to stay steady on your feet as the years go on.

Has this changed how you think about your own week? I'd love to know — tell me in the comments 👇

Your Summer Movement Weekly Schedule has arrived 🌿

Summer doesn't have to mean putting your health on hold. ☀️

In fact, it can be one of the easiest times of year to move more.

The good news? You don't need complicated workouts or hours in the gym.

The current guidelines are surprisingly achievable:
🚶 150 minutes of walking or other moderate activity each week
💪 Two full-body strength sessions
⚖️ A few minutes of balance and mobility most days

That might look like:
🌿 A walk with a friend
🌼 A quick garden workout
🐕 Taking the dog a little further
🚲 A bike ride with the family
🌸 A few balance exercises while the kettle boils

Small, consistent habits really do add up.

I've put together a simple Summer Movement Week planner to show you exactly how it could look in real life.

Comment SUMMER and I'll send you a free copy. 🌿

The thing that keeps most people out of the gym isn't fitness. It's fear of looking silly — fear of the jargon, fear of getting it "wrong", fear of everyone watching.

Swipe through for a no-judgement guide to gym language (reps, sets, RPE, RIR and more) — and the truth about who's actually paying attention to you in there (hint: nobody).

Save this one for before your next gym visit, or share it with someone who's been putting it off 💛