The effect stress has on our bodies
One Monday evening I was teaching my usual class starting at 8pm. Before I left the house I had to make sure that my husband was in to look after the children. I was worrying, “Is he going to get back from London in time on the train?” Once he came home, I left immediately […]
Happy hour at the barre – the calming effects of ballet
I grew up wanting to hide. I was a painfully shy child and it showed itself in so many ways. I would hide behind my mother’s legs if anyone dared look at me, let alone talk to me. Ballet became a huge part of my life. I never felt shy when I was dancing. I […]
The Truth About Weight Loss in your 40s and Beyond
I don’t often talk about weight loss because it’s not the sole focus of my programs. However, I’m fully aware that weight loss is an issue for many women. Particularly at this life stage when your body is changing. It’s frustrating because you are putting the work in, eating “clean,” and moving more but you […]
How exercise can benefit the mental health of busy women
Did you know that in England women are more likely than men to have a mental health problem and are twice as likely to be diagnosed with anxiety disorders? I recently read the book “Rushing Women’s Syndrome”, by Dr Libby Weaver. Rushing Women’s Syndrome “describes the biochemical effects of always being in a hurry and […]
The Secrets to Feeling Fabulous in our Forties
As a woman in my forties I totally get the challenges that busy women in my age group face. Like it or not, despite our best efforts at exercising regularly and eating healthily, our bodies will change with age. Once we reach the age of 35 our body starts to change hormonally and we are […]
Katy’s Ballet Journey
I do not like the gym. In fact, I have never really enjoyed exercising. I am 39 and a busy mother of two children and it is hard for me to find the time to exercise, especially when I’m not particularly motivated to do so! However, a few years ago I sustained a shoulder injury […]
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day (IWD) is a worldwide celebration of women’s achievements to raise awareness of the ongoing push for gender parity. This year’s campaign theme – #pressforprogress –encourages people to remain motivated and to take action in circumstances where gender parity is predicted to be another 200 years away. Together with movements like #Metoo and […]
Are you frustrated by the lack of time and freedom to give your body the workout it deserves?
You are not alone. Many women have talked to me about the same frustrations they have. Feeling trapped, isolated and overwhelmed by work, children, household chores and supporting family and friends. Leaving little time for catching up with friends and having fun. And leaving less time for arguably the most important of all your roles, […]
Breaking down ballet’s barriers
Most people know what ballet is. They have seen a performance, watched their sister (or brother) attend ballet class, or seen it on the television now that ballet has become more mainstream. But many myths still surround ballet: myths that can sadly prevent people from giving a ballet-inspired workout a go. “Ballet is pink, fluffy, […]
My ballet journey
I grew up wanting to hide. I was a painfully shy child and it showed itself in so many ways. I would hide behind my mother’s legs if anyone dared look at me, let alone talk to me. I just didn’t want to face the world. It was around this time that dance became a […]
