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What I Learnt When I Started Really Listening to My Body

By Debbie Wyer on 25 July 2025

Have you ever felt as though one side of your body is tighter than the other? Perhaps one shoulder always seems to sit higher, one hip feels stiffer, or you keep getting the same aches and pains, despite stretching or exercising regularly. It's easy to assume these things are simply part of getting older or that we just need to work a little harder. Read More ...

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Why Looking After Yourself Isn't Selfish

By Debbie Wyer on 04 May 2025

"Well-being is a journey. The secret is committing to that journey and taking those first steps with hope and belief in yourself." - Deepak Chopra For a long time, I believed that looking after myself had to come after everything else. There was always something more important to do. Another class to plan. Another email to answer. Another job to tick off the list. Read More ...

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Why Your Feet Matter More Than You Think

By Debbie Wyer on 24 April 2025

Our feet carry us through thousands of steps every day, yet they are often one of the most overlooked parts of our body. We tend to notice our feet when they hurt, when our shoes feel uncomfortable, or when we start to feel less steady on our feet. Read More ...

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Why Your Body Loves to Move (Just Ask Your Dog!)

By Debbie Wyer on 28 February 2025

Have you ever noticed how animals always stretch when they wake up? Take Cookie, our pup, for example. No matter how excited she is to see us, tail wagging like a helicopter, she never skips her morning routine. She'll stretch into an updog, then a downdog (yes, that's where yoga got those names!), move a little, stretch again, and only then is she ready to greet us properly. Read More ...

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Why Hydration Matters More Than Just Drinking Water

By Debbie Wyer on 03 February 2025

When we think about hydration, we often think about thirst. We drink water when it's hot, after exercise, or when we remember we probably haven't had enough during a busy day. But hydration is about much more than simply avoiding thirst. Water plays an important role in how our bodies function, including how our tissues move, how we recover, and how we feel. Read More ...

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Strong Bones for Life: How to Support Your Bone Health Through Movement

By Debbie Wyer on 27 October 2022

Many women are surprised to learn that we reach our peak bone density in our late twenties. From then on, our bones naturally begin to lose density. During the menopause transition, this process speeds up because falling oestrogen levels affect the body's ability to maintain healthy bones. Read More ...

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Pilates Is More Than Exercise: Why Its Principles Still Guide My Teaching Today

By Debbie Wyer on 25 August 2022

When most people think of Pilates, they think of strengthening the core or improving flexibility. While those are certainly benefits, Pilates is so much more than a series of exercises. For me, Pilates is about understanding your body, moving with greater awareness, and building the strength and confidence to enjoy everyday life. It's a philosophy that's just as relevant today as it was when Joseph Pilates first developed his method almost 100 years ago. Read More ...