Claudia Bedford Personal Training - Pre & Postnatal Training

My priavte 1-2-1 personal training studio is in Yeadon.

Specialising in female fitness for women of all ages including the menopause as well as pregnancy and postpartum exercise.

Alongside this i am also a qualified nutritionist.

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19/07/2026

Here’s to 31 🥂 Celebrating in style ✨

birthdayvibes

05/07/2026

A beach day on my favourite island 🏝️

The perfect reset & recharge 🙌🏻 Time away from routine is sometimes what’s needed🌸🌊✨

15/06/2026

✨Be Bold
✨Be Brave
✨Be Badass
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Thank you LJF Photography for the shots 📸
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10/06/2026

A C-section shelf is a small fold of skin that can sit above a caesarean scar. It can develop due to scar tissue adhesions, loose or stretched skin, natural fat distribution, or abdominal muscle separation (diastasis recti).

The good news is that there are things you can do to support healing and improve its appearance:

✨ Scar massage may help reduce adhesions, improve tissue mobility and decrease the appearance of the overhang over time. Only begin once the incision is fully healed and closed (typically around 5–6 weeks postpartum) and you’ve been given the all-clear if needed.

✨ Scar cupping may help improve tissue mobility and circulation and may support release of restrictions in the scar and surrounding fascia.

✨ Acupuncture can help by stimulating blood flow, supporting scar tissue remodelling and may reduce sensitivity or discomfort around the scar.

✨ Targeted core rehabilitation and strength training can help improve abdominal function and support recovery from diastasis recti.

Every body heals differently. While some women see significant improvement, a small fold may remain and that’s completely normal.

Don’t assume there’s nothing you can do. There are ways to support healing, function and confidence after a C-section. 🩵

If you’re unsure where to start, working with a pelvic health physiotherapist can be really helpful for individualised support.
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07/06/2026

Ibiza by day 🏝️ Ibiza by night 🌝 + some more ✨

The most amazing trip ❤️
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20/05/2026

Exercise during pregnancy isn’t just safe for most women, it’s incredibly beneficial for both mum 🤰🏻 and baby 👶🏻

UK guidelines recommend aiming for around 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, plus muscle strengthening exercise on 2 days 🏋️‍♀️

Even if you weren’t active before pregnancy, you can start small and build up gradually, even a short walk counts 🚶‍♀️

Think:
✨ Walking
✨ Swimming
✨ Strength training
✨ Prenatal yoga or Pilates

Keep it simple:
💧 Stay hydrated
🌡️ Avoid overheating
🧠 Aim to feel comfortably challenged, you should still be able to talk & maintain a conversation

If you’re unsure where to start or want to train safely, working with a qualified prenatal coach can help you feel confident and supported throughout pregnancy.

More coming soon: the key benefits for baby 👶🏻

05/05/2026

As women age, it’s not just muscle size we lose but also strength and power.

⬇️ Bone mineral density declines over time too, increasing the risk of fractures later in life.

A key driver? The reduction in hormones as we move through perimenopause into menopause.

Hormone replacement therapy can help mitigate some of this, but whether you use it or not, lifestyle factors are essential.
Here’s what I recommend:

💪🏻 Strength train at least 2x per week Build and preserve lean muscle mass while supporting bone density. Bones need load placing on them to stay strong. (⬇️Activity levels often decline with age, which can accelerate muscle loss and negatively impact bone health).

🍳 Prioritise protein intake Aim for a minimum of 1.6g per kg of bodyweight to support muscle maintenance, recovery and bone health.

🦴 Support bone health Ensure adequate calcium intake and consider vitamin D to support absorption and bone density.

✨Make the changes sooner rather than later and build all the muscle you can.
It’s not just about aesthetics, it’s about long-term health.

🎤 I’ll be speaking all about the importance of weight training to support muscle mass and bone density at .clinic on 16th May (10–12) 
The open morning will be focused on peri-menopause, menopause and hormone replacement therapy. Come along and have all your questions answered. 💭