Eximius Fitness Therapy

Reflect. Appreciate. Keep going. 💙

We are so quick to forget how far we have come always striving for the next thing rather than reflecting on where we started.

Last night reminded me to do exactly that.

SADS UK support people and families living with inherited cardiac conditions last night they hosted a fantastic patient evening at Basildon Cardiothoracic Centre. Patients of all ages, cardiologists, nurses and clinical specialists all there because these conditions matter and people deserve support and most importantly hope.

I attended as part of the Cardiac Rehab Team alongside Dave, our lead clinical physiotherapist and my boss, who delivered an great presentation - his knowledge and working within this team has pushed every area of my work.

Then I was asked to share my journey.

My own personal experience not representative of my NHS clinical role.

20+ years in fitness. A HOCM diagnosis (an inherited condition where the heart muscle thickens, affecting how the heart functions). Blackouts. An ICD implanted. No driving licence. No contact sport. Slowing everything when my identity was built around pushing harder.

I think last night I spoke openly for the first time about the psychological impact being seen in tears and close to breaking point by my cardiac team. The feeling that seems almost selfish not lifting the heaviest weight or running to your true capabilities. Learning to work with HOCM rather than against it and acceptance has been the most important part of my journey.

That shift in mindset alongside being referred to the Inherited Cardiac Conditions team and starting mavacamten, a relatively new drug changed alot.

Still receiving treatment from the same building I work in, part of a cardiac rehab team I am proud of and learn from every day, alongside a full private client list.

If this helps even one person move forward that's more than enough. 💙

Check out the incredible work are doing last night was a reminder of just how vital that support is.

Great performance from on his pro debut, second round KO, still unbeaten… what a massive future he has 👊

Been going to these shows for alot of years now, and the team always deliver.

Good seeing everyone from , and as well.

Not every race goes to plan.
But you still show up.

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Called it at 10k.

Didn’t force it when it wasn’t there.
Managed it properly. Got it done.

Appreciate everyone supporting and donating to — link in bio if you want to help.

On to the next.

No drama. Just keep moving forward.

National Conference

Spent last Saturday in London at the Cardiomyopathy UK conference.

Really good event covering different types of cardiomyopathies and hearing from specialists on how they’re managed and understood.

A lot to take in and useful hearing different perspectives.

For me it just reinforces the importance of understanding your own situation and training in a way that suits you.

This isn’t clinical advice, just my own experience. Train with structure. Look after your health.

Great to see make his professional debut tonight at

4th round stoppage and a good performance.

Good to be part of the team behind the scenes supporting the journey.

A great start to his professional career.






sportsmassage

If you’ve followed my story, you’ll know this one means a lot.

. Under 2 hours 👌

A few years ago my licence was revoked, ICD implanted, and I was advised to stick to a fast walking pace.

Over time I’ve gained a real understanding of my capacities what I can push, what I can’t with the help of the ICC team, the right medication, and ongoing specialist care and working within my capacities which are so much better now making todays half a big thing for me.

I’m back in Friday for scans, echo and ECG part of the process that keeps this possible.

Working alongside the lovely NHS cardiac rehab team has helped that understanding even more. I’ve learnt a huge amount about training capacities, monitoring patients properly from everyone in the team.

Watching smash his PB was a proud coach moment. The strength & conditioning work for myself and my clients alongside the miles is paying off.

great run too.

Friends and family at the finish line. That part means more than any time.

Bit emotional today but mainly grateful.

This is why I support and . They work to prevent sudden cardiac death across all age groups.

We all think it won’t happen to us. Let’s make sure it doesn’t.

If you’d like to support, the link’s in my bio.

The journey continues.

First week back after Thailand – holiday blues were real.
But being surrounded by great people – from the NHS cardiac rehab team at to the teams and clients + all remind me why I do what I do.

Proud of the work it’s taken to get here and the results we achieve together.
Back to helping people move better, feel better, and stay consistent with the right support.

📍Now welcoming a more clients in Chelmsford – message me or use the link in bio to check availability.

First week back after Thailand – holiday blues were real. But being surrounded by great people – from the NHS cardiac rehab team at @basildon to the teams and clients @simply_wellness_ltd + @tpc_chelmsford all @tjjs_uk remind me why I do what I do. Proud of the work it’s taken to get here and the results we achieve together. Back to helping people move better, feel better, and stay consistent with the right support. 📍Now welcoming a more clients in Chelmsford – message me or use the link in bio to check availability. #SportsTherapy #RehabSpecialist #PainRelief #InjuryRecovery #CardiacRehab #SportsMassageTherapist #ChelmsfordTherapist #FunctionalRecovery #PerformanceAndRecovery #SoftTissueTherapy #TrainForLongevity #EximiusFitnessTherapy #TherapistLife #MensHealth #WomensHealth #RehabWork #MobilityMatters #StrengthAndMovement #ChelmsfordFitness #ProfessionalSupport #HealthAndPerformance #BackToTraining #BookNow #MovementMatters

Good night out with the lovely cardiac rehab team I have the pleasure of working with.

Well done to everyone who ran the London Marathon today.
Good to be up there with the team at doing a great job looking after their runners.
They continue to do incredible work raising awareness, supporting families, funding research, and pushing for better care for everyone affected by cardiomyopathy.