Perfectly balanced fitness that lasts
Fitness means something different to everyone. Maybe you simply want to be able to go for walks with friends, family, or the dog? Maybe you want to push yourself to hike, run, cycle, or swim further or faster? Perhaps you want to be stronger, more flexible, able to jump higher and further, more agile, or simply have better balance and confidence moving around your own home?
Whatever you’re looking for, there’s something here to help you. When I work with my clients, I make sure to focus on whatever is most important to them, whilst, at the same time, ensuring that their workouts are well balanced, getting them fit, healthy, and happy in the process. And of course, helping them to stay that way!
A selection of workouts to help you find your balance
Below, I’ve included a range of workouts that Lou and I have created for all types of goals, preferences and abilities. From gentle chair-based exercise sessions to HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training), yoga to weights, stretching to Swiss Ball, there’s plenty to choose from to help you move, look good, and feel great.
If you have any medical conditions or issues, please don’t start a fitness routine before checking with a medical practitioner if it’s safe to do so. If you’re unsure what might be right for you, please get in touch and I’ll be happy to help.
All-round fitness workouts
These short workouts from my Balance Facebook page will help you find better all-round fitness in as little as 20-30 minutes a couple of times each week. You’ll find even more of my workouts in the videos section on the Facebook page, and I post regular hints, tips, and workout advice in my ‘Wednesday Workouts’ on there, so be sure to like the page if you want to try my latest sessions.
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Flexibility and mobility workouts
Aim for 2-3 times per week.
Try one of Lou’s yoga classes, a challenging mobility workout or maybe a simpler stretching routine - whatever you go for you’ll be standing taller, moving better and more freely before you know it.
An awesome 20-minute total body yoga session to improve your strength, balance, core stability and flexibility.
Move, stay supple, relax and find some balance at home with this mini-version of one of Lou's Yoga classes.
Some dynamic stretches to get you moving well - use them any time you're feeling tight and achey or as a warm-up.
A perfectly balanced start to your day with some gentle stretches and mobility exercises.
A balanced blend of mobility exercises and yoga moves in a playful little workout.
Lou takes you through another short yoga session; this one has a focus on core strength and your top half.
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Strength workouts
Aim for 2-3 times per week.
If you want stronger muscles, bones and joints, a more toned physique, better movement and posture, the ability to do everyday stuff more easily, and to turn yourself into a calorie-burning machine, then strength training should definitely be part of your exercise routine. Choose from our range of bodyweight, weights, Swiss Ball and even chair-based workouts - there’s something for everyone.
Warm-up, strength, core stability, balance, cool-down, a perfectly balanced workout in just 25 minutes.
A short home workout that uses just bodyweight and some stockpiled tins of tomatoes!
Nicely balanced for strength, tone and posture and suitable for a wide range of fitness levels.
I enjoyed this one so much I added a few fun exercises and it ended up being 27 minutes - bad timing, great workout!
Lou's lockdown home workout - she's tougher than me so hers is for those of you who like to push yourselves.
Swiss Ball challenges for every level! They start easy and get gradually harder; how many can you do?
A chair-based workout routine specifically for those who can't easily get out, but still want to keep fit.
Cardio
Aim for 150 minutes per week.
You know you need to look after your heart, but cardio does so much more - it improves energy levels, reduces stress and increases feelings of positivity and wellbeing (especially if done outside), strengthens your bones and joints, and burns plenty of calories. Here’s my little guide to hitting your weekly minutes target:
Steady, continuous exercise like walking, jogging, swimming, cycling and even household chores all count towards your target.
Hard exercise, where you are red, sweaty and breathing hard counts double time.
Maximal exercise, pushing to your limits like in sprint training and HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) counts quadruple time.
You might not need our help on this one, but just in case you do, here’s a home-based HIIT workout that’s pitched at a level that’s challenging but manageable.
Fitness and exercise blogs for you
Here’s a selection of my fitness-related blogs to help you find your balance.
