Soo Pilates

20/06/2023

Sometimes we just want to know “what’s possible”?

This quarter inside Reclaim & Recover,

We’ve celebrated:

A mum of 2 under 5 receiving her black belt.
She stopped martial arts after her 2nd C-section because pain and a belly that looked 4 months pregnant made her feel completely debilitated.
She consistently tells me she’s so grateful.

A first time mum ditching pain that she felt everywhere and dropped 2 dress sizes as an added bonus! . Her words: “is this real?”

A mum of 2 school aged children rocking a sexy swimsuit and creating memories on holidays in Greece when 6 months before she was about to cancel the whole thing because of how she felt about her body and the lack of confidence it resulted in,
“No one has coached me like you; I’m listening to your breathing, visualisations and reframing techniques on REPEAT!”

A mum of 2 sets of twins who fits into her pre-pregnancy wardrobe after working with me for 3 months:
“They are silly NOT to join you” (her words… CHEEKY, but I agree! )

A mum of 2 running a VIP event business,
Loving the clothes she’s wearing again and the confidence she reclaimed!
“Diving into Tina's live and video trainings has radically changed my perspective not only on myself, but also how I operate my business. I feel more confident. I'm proud of my body. I just love it.”

Personally?
I like to know what’s going on in a space before it feels like a “yes”.

These are just a few possibilities.

Reclaim & Recover – 3 month C-Section Transformation Programme -
is waiting for you lovely.

17/04/2023

Having a mummy pouch for the rest of your life is not something you've signed up for just because you had a C-section!

There are other things that come with being a mum but a C-section apron and back pain for life aren't part of the list.

When mums start working with me they fall in to 2 categories:

1) the mum who has resigned to the idea that it is what it is and it's normal and therefore she puts up with it.

2) the opposite end of the spectrum - the mum who returned to running or bootcamp 2 weeks post C-section and now has to live with wearing spanks and pads and possibly on ibuprofen.

I fell into the first group but then realised that I wouldn't be able to make memories with my girls and remembered who I was and came to the conclusion that living a life where all the things I loved to wear, everything I stood for and all the dreams I aspired to outside of mamahood were off the cards.

Nah, I definitely didn't sign up to that and neither have you lovely!

I invite you to join my totally free online C-Section Recovery Retreat starting today, where you will learn techniques to ditch pain and pouch even years post your C-section.

Link in the comments. Can't wait to see you there.

You deserve to be the best version of you!

The pic shows me stuck in the car with my toddler fast asleep while missing the wedding of the year (my husband's niece got married and seriously Harry's and Megan's royal wedding was nothing compared to this). Was I pi**ed off initially? Yes, I was....but was then able to hear what was going on and in the most beautiful Dorset countryside!

Tina x

14/04/2023

I'm celebrating C-Section Awareness Month this April with a FREE online C-Section Recovery Retreat!

I see you…

I see you mama when years post your C-section your self esteem is down in the dumps.

I see you comparing yourself and feeling drowned out by all the opinions and advice others give you.

I see you resigning to and settling for a body that's not yours anymore.

I know that not being able to feel and look great in clothes you love is not vanity but you wanting to reclaim your body.

I know you’ve put up with that C-section overhang and pain related to your scar and held yourself back from doing the things you love.

I know it’s been painful and frustrating at times.

Yet I also know, that it’s not the end of your story.

It’s ok to come back stronger.

It’s ok to remember who the f*** you are and what’s possible for you.

And it’s more than ok to re write the next chapter.

You are a belly birth mum and I don't want you to play small and feel small.

If you’re ready to go to YOUR next level join my totally FRE online C-Section Recovery Retreat.

Link in the comments.

See you there x

12/04/2023

C-section pain & pouch are common, but not normal & no mum should have to put up with it!

You had a C-section months or years ago and still haven’t returned to running because pain stops you in your tracks or your pelvic floor isn’t loving the impact.

The only clothes you’re wearing have the dimensions of a tent and you’ve missed out on making memories with your little ones because of the way your overhang looks and the way it makes your self-esteem shrink to the size you wish your tummy was.

You’re feeling debilitated but that’s to be expected after a C-section, right?

I am here to tell you that’s total and utter BS and you can get rid of pain and reclaim your body months and years after your C-section.

To learn how join me and fellow scar sisters on a free 3 day online retreat, starting Monday 17th April.

We will cover:

Workshop 1: How to get back on track after a C-section.

Workshop 2: How to avoid C-section recovery mistakes.

Workshop 3: How to ditch that pouch with the dark horse of C-section recovery!

Link in the comments

Tina ❤️

13/06/2022

Shoulder & Neck Rescue Masterclass - Friday 17th June - 7.30pm – Penny Jones Pilates Studio IP9
The shoulder and neck rescue masterclass is all about releasing tight shoulders and necks.
We will be looking at postural alignment when seated and standing, as that is the root cause of shoulder and neck pain.
We then focus on mobilising and strengthening your whole shoulder girdle and move your shoulder blades and upper body in ways you never thought possible with integrity and strength!
The neck release part of the masterclass is a series of stretches and self massage techniques that will melt away your tension, tightness and pain. This masterclass will give you the tools to help you maintain health and wellbeing in your shoulders and neck.
Please message with any questions.
You know you want this!
Tina ❤️

06/01/2022

Free online mini workshop tonight!

Is WFH literally doing your back in?

Does your job require you to sit for long periods of time?

Is your hunchback taking on painful and unflattering dimensions?

Then this FREE mini workshop is a must. We'll be starting off with movements/exercises you can do seated, I will then show you some amazing release techniques that will make a huge difference and we'll be finishing on the mat for some yummy hip exercises.

When: Thursday 6th January
Time: 7.30 – 8pm
Meeting ID: 555 045 2918
Passcode: WFHFix

You know you want this!

Tina💗

04/01/2022

MUM & BABY POSTNATAL RECOVERY COURSE IN MELTON

The classes are for mums and babies, however the focus is on you! Pilates is very beneficial at this time as it is all about bringing it back together, pulling it back in. Enjoy regaining stability and strength, increase energy levels and learn techniques to support your posture and every day activities with your baby.

Babies are welcome along too. I set the room up to include bouncy chairs and mats so you can have your little one beside you. I am more than happy to hold and cuddle babies who need some attention, so you can do your exercise.

If you feel your body isn’t yours anymore, my post-natal Pilates course will help you to reconnect to it. We will work from the inside out activating your core and pelvic floor to restore function and strength using breathing, movement and resistance using thera bands and other small equipment.

Course details:
Thursday 13th January – 17th February
10.30 – 11.30am
Lara Pepper Pilates
Melton Riduna Park

28/12/2021

Being a mum is perhaps the best job in the world, but growing, birthing and then caring for a little person can create physical and mental challenges for mum.

I am a firm believer that although pains and aches in the postnatal period are common, they are NOT normal and should NOT be accepted or ignored. I am committed to help all my mums heal leaking, a mummy tummy and back and pelvic pain.

Attending a Vitality Mama postnatal recovery class is a fun, social and motivating way of starting exercise after child birth. Meet other mums and get tailored advice on returning to your pre-pregnancy shape safely and effectively.

Spaces are limited so make sure you book your spot today:

Soo Pilates in Ipswich and London provide postnatal recovery classes wellbeing, movement and treatments for new mums. Contact Us on 07985 427712

02/11/2021

Being a mum is perhaps the best job in the world, but growing, birthing and then caring for a little person can create physical and mental challenges for mum. I am a firm believer that although pains and aches in the postnatal period are common, they are NOT normal and should NOT be accepted or ignored. I am committed to help all my mums heal leaking, a mummy tummy and back and pelvic pain.

Our classes are for mums and babies, however the focus is on you! Pilates is very beneficial at this time as it is all about bringing it back together, pulling it back in. Enjoy regaining stability and strength, increase energy levels and learn techniques to support your posture and every day activities with your baby.

The 6 week Vitality Mama Postnatal Recovery Course is for you if you want to get clear on:

❌ Regaining stability and strength
❌ Knowing how to care for your postnatal body with movement
❌ Learning about your postnatal body
❌ Healing a mummy tummy and diastasis recti
❌ Building key muscles for caring for your growing child
❌ Releasing postural tension and learning techniques to improve your posture and alignment
❌ Relieving common aches and pains
❌ Eliminating stress incontinence – sneeze/cough/run/jump-pee
❌ Learning tools and techniques to manage and eliminate pelvic and back pain

https://www.soopilates.com/classes/vitality-mama-postnatal-recovery

26/10/2021

Being a mum is perhaps the best job in the world, but growing, birthing and then caring for a little person can create physical and mental challenges for mum. I am a firm believer that although pains and aches in the postnatal period are common, they are NOT normal and should NOT be accepted or ignored. I am committed to help all my mums heal leaking, a mummy tummy and back and pelvic pain.

Attending a Vitality Mama postnatal recovery class is a fun, social and motivating way of starting exercise after child birth. Meet other mums and get tailored advice on returning to your pre-pregnancy shape safely and effectively.

Spaces are limited so make sure you book your spot today:

https://www.soopilates.com/classes/vitality-mama-postnatal-recovery/

02/08/2021

Summer Masterclasses - Sort out your body with these fun and jam packed exercise sessions in

Foam Roller
TONIGHT - Monday 2 August at 6.30pm & 7.45pm and Tuesday 3 August at 9.30am

The aim of this session is to improve your posture, reduce tension in your body, diminish pain, feel calmer and restore your entire body by using sequences.


Monday 9 August at 6.30pm & 7.45pm and Tuesday 10 August at 11am

We will start off with Pilates core exercises to get the foundations and then look at ways to functionally strengthen the core. No crunch or plank in sight, we will be strengthening your core the crunchless way, with you using your own body weight to create load. The core connection class will give you the tools to do any functional activities, such as pushing, pulling, lifting and shifting, with ease and using your core rather than your lower back.

Happy Backs
Monday 16 August at 6.30pm & 7.45pm and Tuesday 17 August at 9.30am

To understand what makes a back a happy one, we will be looking at how to sit efficiently and which postural adjustments are needed. The whole of your back line, from your feet all the way up to your neck will go through a combo of release, mobilisation and strengthening exercises and techniques and bring the spring back into your spine.

Shoulder & Neck Rescue
Monday 23 August at 6.30pm & 7.45pm and Tuesday 24 August at 9.30am

This session is all about releasing tight shoulders and necks. We focus on mobilising and strengthening your whole shoulder girdle and move your shoulder blades and upper body in ways you never thought possible with integrity and strength! The neck release part of the workshop is a series of stretches and self massage techniques that will melt away your tension, tightness and pain.

Tina x

12/05/2021

Free 🔥Sciatica/Piriformis Syndrome🔥 Workshop Thursday 13th May, 7.30pm BST

What exactly is “Piriformis Syndrome”?

This is when the piriformis muscle irritates the sciatic nerve which can cause a pins and needles sensation down the leg. This is because the sciatic nerve runs underneath (and in some cases, through) the piriformis muscle.

Piriformis Syndrome is often exacerbated from:
❌sitting for a long time
❌excessive stretching or pressure to pirifromis
❌long walks/runs

Join me on Zoom and learn how to get rid of that pain in the butt!

Comment below 👇👇👇👇 for details.

You know you want this!

Tina 💖