Laura's Total Fitness - Malvern

23/09/2026

Pilates is having a moment. Come and find out why. ✨

Feeling stronger, moving more freely and having better control of your body — there’s a lot to love about Pilates, and the benefits go well beyond your hour on the mat.

My mat-based Pilates classes in Malvern bring together strength, mobility, flexibility and balance. We work through controlled movements with a focus on technique, helping you get more from each exercise.

Low impact? Yes. Easy? You might be surprised! Small movements can challenge you more than you expect. 💪🏼

With regular practice, Pilates can help build core strength, improve balance and flexibility, and make everyday movement feel easier. And that time spent concentrating on your breathing and movement? A welcome chance to give your busy head something else to focus on.

You don’t need to be flexible to start. You don’t need to know the moves. That’s what I’m here for.

As a Level 3 Pilates instructor and Personal Trainer, I’ll guide you through, with options to suit different abilities and opportunities to progress.

Men and women welcome, including complete beginners. Pay as you go, so you can book a class and give it a try.

Make this the week you stop wondering and join us on the mat. Booking link in the comments. 🤍

23/09/2026

A little favour from my lovely fitness community 💙

This fundraiser is for a family I know personally. Charlie was at school with my daughter, and his cousin Roxy is her friend. They’re such a lovely family, and I’d really like to help spread the word.

At just eight years old, Roxy is taking on HYROX Youngstars in London on 6th December, raising money for Birmingham Children’s Hospital in support of Charlie. A big challenge for a little girl, with a very special reason behind it. ❤️

If you can spare a few pounds to sponsor her, I know it would be hugely appreciated. Every donation adds up, and sharing this post would really help too.

Let’s give Roxy some encouragement and help her fundraising go a little further. We’ll be cheering you on, Roxy! 💪🏼💙

https://gofund.me/a9ac1cdee

Turning sweat into strength for a very special cause! 💙

At just 8 years old, our amazing swim school member Roxy is taking on the challenge of HYROX Youngstars London on 6th December! 🏃‍♀️

HYROX Youngstars is an energy packed fitness competition for kids and teens, combining running with functional fitness challenges.

This challenge means so much more than crossing the finish line.

Roxy is taking on HYROX to raise vital funds for Birmingham Children’s Hospital, in support of her cousin Charlie. ❤️

Every sprint, every obstacle and every challenge she conquers will be a little show of strength and determination for Charlie and a reminder that he is not fighting alone.

Malvern Splash couldn’t be prouder of Roxy for showing such incredible courage, kindness and determination at such a young age. 💙

If you can, please consider sponsoring Roxy. Every donation, no matter how big or small, will make a difference and help support Birmingham Children’s Hospital and the incredible care they provide.
👉https://gofund.me/1759dac84

21/09/2026

Your Monday evenings could look like this! 💪🏼🎶

A lovely bunch of women, a total body weights workout and tunes that make 8:30pm on a Monday feel a lot more lively! 😄

These ladies turn up, challenge themselves and have a laugh along the way. And there’s always room for a new face - one lady tried her first class last week and came back with a friend tonight. Love that! 🙌🏼

Thinking about lifting weights but don’t know where to start? That’s exactly why you should come.

You don’t need to get stronger before joining. You don’t need to know the exercises. And you definitely don’t need to get everything right on your first night! I’m there to guide you, help with your technique and encourage you to challenge yourself at your own level.

Strength training deserves a place in your week. Why not make it an hour for yourself, with good company and a soundtrack that carries you along 🎶

🏋‍♀️ Women’s Only Weights
📍 Malvern Splash studio
🕣 Mondays, 8:30pm
🎟️ Pay as you go

This is a private class run by me, so it’s booked separately and isn’t included in a Splash membership.

Come on your own or bring a friend. We love beginners, and we’d love to welcome you!

Booking link in the comments 👇🏽

20/09/2026

2021 Bootcamp Days!

20/09/2026

Here’s your week ahead!
All classes are running as usual, and there’s still plenty of progress to be made before Christmas… so what are you booking in this week? 👀

Just a reminder for my Monday evening Pilates crew: our 7pm class is at the Eden Centre this Monday and for the next few weeks, rather than our usual home at Victoria Park.

Eden doesn’t have air conditioning and it can get pretty warm, so layers are your friend! We’ll be back at Victoria Park from mid-October, once the venue is consistently available again. If you’re ever unsure which venue we’re at on a particular date, my booking system will always show you exactly where to go.

Now, onto this week’s little fitness reminder…

There is a HELL of a lot of progress to be made between now and Christmas. And even more between now and next summer!

I know it’s tempting to think, “Well, I’m going to be covered up in big coats and baggy jumpers anyway. I’ll start in January.”

But that’s missing the point.

When the next heatwave arrives and you’re reaching for your shorts, vest or summer dress, wouldn’t it be nice to feel that little bit stronger, fitter and more confident in yourself?

That progress doesn’t happen overnight. It happens in the weeks and months beforehand, when you keep turning up and putting the work in.

If you’re doing nothing at the moment, start with one class a week. Get that into your routine. If you’re already managing one, could you make it two?

And try to mix things up! A bit of cardio, some Pilates for strength and mobility, and don’t forget your weights. Building and maintaining muscle is important for so much more than how we look 💪🏼

You don’t need to do everything at once. You just need to start, keep going and give yourself time to see what you can achieve.

So, how many workouts are you putting in the diary and the progress bank this week? 👀

Booking link in the comments ⬇️

20/09/2026

Easy Like Sunday Morning… 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

Clearly whoever wrote that wasn't a Body Sculptor!

Give yourself and your friends a shout-out if you’re one of the hardcore Sunday morning bunch! Tag yourselves and your fellow survivors in the comments! 🔥🔥🔥💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼🏋‍♀️🏋‍♂️

20/09/2026

Just because you tried one Pilates class and didn’t like it, it doesn’t mean Pilates isn’t for you.

This is what’s great about group fitness instructors. We all bring different vibes. We create different atmospheres. We have different tastes in music, different preferences with lighting and volume levels, and different ways of teaching. We’re all different!

I’m sure I’ve got some people who like me and some people who don’t. No, actually, I KNOW I have 😂 And that’s fine.

My advice to anybody when you join somewhere like the Splash is to try every class with every instructor. See what you like, because everybody and everything is so different.

I used to be a Les Mills instructor, so I know what it’s like teaching a programmed format. Yes, every instructor is different, but you’re teaching from set music and choreography. That’s the idea with Les Mills. You can go anywhere in the world, do the same programme and have a good idea of what to expect.

With Pilates, it’s very different. And just to be clear, I’m talking about freestyle mat-based Pilates here, which is what I teach.

We’re not all following the same programmed class. We’ve been taught by different tutors and in different ways. And even those taught by the same tutor will have interpreted things differently and put their own little twist on it.

The original mat Pilates repertoire has 34 exercises, but even with that shared starting point, the classes can feel completely different.

You’ll get one teacher who loves teaching flows and another who prefers teaching exercises individually. One who spends more time breaking down and explaining each movement, and another who keeps things moving with shorter cues. Some talk a little, some talk a lot. Some bring a livelier energy, some are a bit calmer.

Different people enjoy different ways of being taught. There isn’t one style that’s going to suit everybody.

I know for a fact there’s real variety between local Pilates teachers, and I think that’s absolutely brilliant. It would be a bit rubbish if we were all the same!

So if you’ve tried Pilates elsewhere and it hasn’t been for you, come and try mine.

And likewise, if you’ve tried mine and you haven’t liked it, please go and try Pilates elsewhere. I mean that!

Pilates itself is great, and I’d love more people to experience its benefits. Please don’t let one class that wasn’t your thing make you decide forever that Pilates isn’t for you.

We’re all very different. You’ve just got to find the one that suits you. 🤍🧘🏼‍♀️🧘🏻‍♂️

19/09/2026

All of my classes are Pay-As-You-Go - and this week was a lovely reminder of why I offer that! 😊

This week, a lady joined us for Pilates who is currently appearing in Noel Coward’s Present Laughter at Malvern Theatres. Some of you may recognise her from appearances in and ! 🤩

She already does Pilates regularly and said how lucky she felt to find a class in Malvern that she could drop into while she was here.

And of course, that option is always available!

You can try a class to see if you like it before committing to more. You can fit your classes around your schedule, and if you know you can’t make it one week, simply book the weeks you can. You don’t have to sign up for a whole course.

Whether you live locally, are visiting for work, on holiday or just passing through Malvern, you’re very welcome to join us - even if it’s just for one class.

It’s lovely that doing things this way gives me the chance to meet people who might otherwise never get to come along! 💜

You can still book ahead to reserve your spaces, of course, and I’d recommend it for my busier classes as they can get fully booked. Pay-as-you-go doesn’t mean you have to leave booking until the last minute!

And if you fancy a trip to the theatre today, Present Laughter finishes its Malvern run with performances at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Why not see if you can get tickets? 🎭

Class booking link in the comments. Come and give one a try! 🧘🏼‍♀️

18/09/2026

MY TOP FIVE DIET AND NUTRITION TIPS 🍽️

Whether you want to build muscle, gain weight, lose body fat or maintain where you are, these are five things I’d encourage you to think about…

1️⃣ You need to enjoy what you eat!

Enjoying food and drink is a massive part of life. If your approach makes you miserable, how sustainable is it going to be?

There’s no point forcing down an egg white omelette you can barely stomach. Love cottage cheese? Great, it can be useful! Hate every mouthful? Find an alternative.

You can work towards your goals while eating food you actually look forward to. That’s what we’re aiming for.

2️⃣ Learn about nutrition — give yourself some freedom.

This is why I call my sessions Diet Education sessions. People can have great success with programmes such as Slimming World, but I want you to understand the basics behind your choices.

For weight loss, the common principle is a calorie deficit. Understanding calories and macros - protein, carbohydrates and fat — helps you see how your food fits your goals.

I often recommend learning to use an app such as MyFitnessPal. There are other similar apps and tracking isn’t essential or for everyone, but even a short spell can be an eye-opener. It can help you spot patterns and make adjustments with less guesswork.

The aim is to build confidence for real life: eating out, parties, holidays and Christmas included!

3️⃣ Don’t slash the other three tyres! 🚗

When you get a puncture, you don’t walk around your car and slash the other three tyres, do you?

So, if you’re tempted by a McDonald’s or a doughnut, or have a meal that isn’t exactly in line with your goals, there’s no need to think “I’ve blown it now” and eat rubbish for the rest of the day.

You can absolutely turn the day around. Just get back to your normal meals — no need to starve yourself to make up for it. And if the whole day goes off plan? Get straight back on that horse the next day. Don’t wait until Monday!

Successful people aren’t people who never go off track. They’re people who keep getting back on it.

And that’s all you’ve got to do: get back on it.

4️⃣ Keep it simple, and repeat what works.

You don’t need fancy recipes or a different meal every day. Meals made from a few straightforward ingredients can be enjoyable, satisfying and easier to track.

If you find something that’s easy to make, fits your goals, fills you up AND tastes good, why not have it several times that week? Keep some variety across your diet, but there’s no need to reinvent dinner every night!

Make a little list of breakfasts, lunches and dinners that work for you. Then, when you’re staring into the fridge thinking “What shall I eat?”, you’ve already got some answers.

5️⃣ My personal favourite: get the slow cooker out!

I love mine. My current regulars are Chilli Con Carne and Chinese Chicken Curry. Easy to batch cook, easy to pack with vegetables, and lovely to have ready for another meal.

And yes, if you watch my stories, you’ll know l eat this stuff for breakfast. NOT essential, but, it'll work wonders in taking you towards your goals than a bowl of cereals or slice of toast ever will.

Coming home starving is much easier to handle when you know there’s something decent ready to warm up. It can make that last-minute takeaway a lot less tempting!

Which meal could you happily eat on repeat? Tell me below! 👇🏽

15/09/2026

NEW GROUP EXERCISE RULE UPDATE

You know how I’m always saying in Pilates that we’re helping to keep things moving in the digestive department?

Well… following the recent incident, I’d like to clarify HOW much movement we’re aiming for.

Farting? Wonderful. Stay. Laugh at yourself. Laugh at each other. Natural.

But if you follow through… please... I am begging you, don't be like the Hyrox lady. Do not finish the class.

Roll up the mat, including any leakages, spillages or stray nuggets contained within it. Whether the mat belongs to you or not, I don’t care. It does now. Roll it up and take it with you, please.

Feel free to sneak out immediately. You do not owe me eight more reps and you are not expected to stay until the end of my never ending countdown.

I know we say “a win is a win”, but in a group environment there has to be limits - or so you'd have thought, hey! 🤣🫣

And when we’re nearing the end of class and I say “time to empty your tank”… please don’t misinterpret this. 💩

🤣🤣🤣🫣❌️❌️❌️