Why do you need to Think Fit in order to Be Fit?
SO often, needing to get fit and/or lose weight is tinged with how we think about ourselves,
which often involves body shame and unrealistic expectations.
Our bodies may feel different since we hit mid-life.
We might feel dismayed at how things have changed.
Perhaps we are battling with weight gain, insomnia, body aches, muscle weakness - our list of symptoms feels endless.
Perhaps we have had a wake-up call, and change feels urgent.
In our rush to get back to the old 'us' we return to previous thinking habits,
We go on cabbage soup diets, cut out whole food groups and get caught in a cycle of denial and rebellion.
We treat our changing body with contempt instead of love.
We find ourself in the comparison game with younger people and celebrities in their 50's with 6-packs.
If they can do it why cant I?
We continue to restrict, exercise like crazy and then fall off the wagon.
We can't keep it up. A repeated cycle of failure commences.
We perpetuate our unhealthy relationship with food and exercise and this all feeds into a negative self image
Do you relate?
I know all this because I have been there too.
This is totally understandable
Other peoples ideas of what we should look like are everywhere.
These images have become engrained in our mindset.
We think we want that too.
But I know this is a faulty starting point for any health and fitness journey.
If we continue with old mindsets, our old habits will remain and change will be short-lived.
We will continue to do what we have always done.
And we will get what we have always got.
We want results that last don't we?
We want to feel and look healthy.
We want to preserve good physical health
We want good mental health and to feel great about ourselves.
We want to be active and physically ready for anything.
We need all of this, particularly at this time of life
when we have SO many demands - elderly parents, work, illness, children -
all needing us.
So let's change the conversation about health and fitness!
Lets re-think what we want and how we get there.
Lets set realistic expectations and goals.
Let's start treating our bodies with love and respect.
If we work together
I'll help you to think fit so you can be fit!
I'll help you find your own vision - one that is authentic, realistic, and positive.
I'll help you set BODY CONFIDENT health and fitness goals.
I'll help you to PROGRESS so you keep moving forwards.
I'll SUPPORT you to enjoy being in and moving your body.
Importantly you will FIND TIME for YOU
We will have fun!
You'll be amazed at what you can do - now and in the future.
No sitting on the sidelines watching the rest of the family having fun.
You'll feel, and be fitter mentally and physically.
You'll feel strong and resilient.
You'll become the happier, confident, fitter version of you that you imagined.
On your terms and in your way!
So what are you waiting for - let's do this!
Whether you are getting back into exercise or wanting to up your game,
I run group and more personal, bespoke programmes to suit your needs and budget. See below!
Please do contact me if you would like to discuss any options.
Think Fit Be Fit CORE Programmes
Fitness Pilates is a popular low impact, modern form of body conditioning using traditional pilates moves to support you to strengthen your body and deepen your core strength. The classes are set to music and involves developing whole body mobility and flexibility as well as core strength.
A whole range of the community come to these classes, men, women, younger and older people, manual workers, returners to exercise, and those who are conditioned and passionate about their sport such as cycling. I run classes in person in Chesham, and online. These are popular classes so be sure to book up to safeguard your place.
TRX or suspension training is a popular low impact, modern form of conditioning using bodyweight and straps that are suspended from a frame (tree, or ceiling) to support you to strengthen your body and deepen your whole body strength. TRX is fantastic also for developing core strength. TRX is suitable for beginners, and those building their mobility, as well as offering a challenging workout for athletes. At the moment I am running very small classes for men and women in my garden gym which is great for personal attention. I am looking for a space that can accommodate a larger group. Contact me if you would like to be kept informed.
Hi I'm Dr Sheila Preston
A bit about me: I'm a qualified personal trainer life coach. I am also trained in Fitness PilatesTM, Suspension (TRX), Kettle bells, & circuits. I also advise on Nutrition & Weight Management, particularly in menopause. I'm also trained to work with long term conditions (GP referral) so do contact me if you need support in this area.
I have tons of life experience connect us;
I like to describe myself as being in mid life and I am also a mum of three children and previously spent 24 years in higher education including management role. I am very in tune with the external pressures we are often under and particularly dealing with change and transitions.
I can't wait to work with you. Have a look at my programmes below.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!
Group Classes & Pilates
I run a range of strength, mobility and body conditioning classes including TRX (suspension), Fitness Pilates, and core in local venues. Contact Sheila for more information or click on the bookings tab above.
Body MOT
For weight management and nutrition or fitness goals it is important to for us to measure your progress. A body MOT includes a comprehensive health assessment including blood pressure, & fitness testing. Contact Sheila for details
Personal Training
We will work together at my home gym, your house, or in a local gym in Chesham. You will receive a tailored, progressive programme and my personal attention. We will start where you are at. This is for you if you want to see real progress and development. Available for 1-1, couples, or for small groups up to four. I have a range of packages to suit.
