As we head into perimenopause and menopause, oestrogen levels drop. This doesn’t just affect hot flushes and mood — it impacts the connective tissues that support the pelvic floor. They lose some strength and elasticity, meaning the “sling of muscles” that holds everything up can weaken. Does that mean we shouldn’t lift? Absolutely not. Weight training is still one of the best things you can do for long-term health. It just means we need to be smart about how we do it.

Somewhere between The Breakfast Club  and Footloose , we were told women could have it all . Careers, families, social lives — and hey,...

HELL YES, I’ve lost my exercise mojo. More than once, in fact. And I know for a fact — so have you. Whether you used to crush marathons, hike up hills like a goat on Red Bull, or just enjoyed walking without sounding like a rusty accordion — losing your drive to move is very real, especially once you're staring down your 50s, wondering how the hell your knees aged faster than your Spotify playlists.

OVER 50's?? - We're here to change the narrative... Let’s clear something up: You didn’t wake up on your 50th birthday suddenly fragile and craving aqua aerobics. But fitness marketing? They still think you’re 85 and lost in a tai chi class called “Fall Prevention for Fragile Folks.” Not here. All too often, fitness marketing aimed at people over 50 feels patronising — built on outdated stereotypes that frame ageing as decline. At JDW Fitness, we’re here for something di

You’ve trained. You’ve planned. You’re in your groove. Then, out of nowhere, your knee throws a tantrum. Or your Achilles decides it’s had enough of your “just one more ultra” logic. Frustrating? Yes. Game over? Absolutely not. Stay strong, stay flexible (in both hamstrings and mindset), and if you’re working through an injury, we’re here to help you bounce back stronger.

Discover the inspiring weight loss journey of Brogan, who transformed from 98kgs to a healthy 80kgs through consistent workouts and mindful

"Every time I think I have all my ducks in a row, I turn around and one of the little f&$kers has waddled off..."

There is a lot to think about currently, it seems like the world is kinda upside down.

You get home and maybe stretch a bit, have a bath and forget about it. It's OK to walk on and as long as you remember to run with your foot

A quick and easy winter warmer packed full of nutrients and low in calories.

Small steps are the key to all healthy habit changes. Exercising regularly? Well that's 25 - 30% of your healthy lifestyle change in...

We are bombarded on a daily basis through all kinds of media, particularly social media, about the best way to eat and the perfect, FAD...

Staying properly hydrated will help your athletic performance, bodily functions, energy levels and even your brain activity.

Fish Friday with a twist. Who said healthy has to be boring?? Sometimes, like everyone else, we get a little bored of eating the same...

As the festive season is in full swing, and we've all forgotten what day it is as we are living in a cheese coma, we start dreaming of a...

The most Wonderful time of the year, or the most Stressful time of the year? Are you the type of person who ends up in a tangle at...

As winter is now quickly approaching, our mood, motivation and sex drive can diminish as quickly as the nights draw in. Whilst not all of...

I'd like to share with you a story about one of my clients. His name is Tim. Almost exactly a year ago, Tim came to me and asked for my...

Have you noticed that the mornings are getting a little dark now and there is a distinct drop in the temperature? In all honesty it's...

We are more than half way through our 80 day sober challenge and alcohol has been the hot topic of conversation in our house for weeks...