Mindful Movement with Becca

I want to take a moment to acknowledge the Light Project Peterborough for their ongoing contributions to our community.
Last week, they dropped in on one of our group sessions, and it was great to see Lindsay engage directly with the class.

Their work in using local resources, like churches, to support older adults is truly valuable. It connects with my beliefs about making exercise accessible for everyone and ensuring that people can stay active and supported close to home. Thanks to the Light Project for your important contributions and the lovely write up in this weeks newsletter.

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I love coming across stories like this, people who are redefining aging and diagnoses. Whilst I don’t know Bill, I am lucky enough to meet so many great people in my line of work just like him.

In our chair community we have 3 women in their early 90’s all still practicing yoga and doing a wonderful job of it.

In my work at the Sports Centre I’ve met clients who have defined the odds against numerous long term conditions and one thing I’ve learned from them all is that mindset plays such a pivotal role.

When we stop seeing fitness as a purely physical activity and work on mental resilience and challenge limiting beliefs, incredible things can happen. 🫶

Huge respect to Bill 🙌🏻✨

98-year-old Bill from Woodbridge does at least 40 press-ups every day without fail - 20 in the morning and another 20 in the evening. He recently celebrated his 98th birthday and said he was hopeful he would still be doing his press-ups when he hits 100. "The key to long life is getting good genes," he said. "I've had good genes passed down to me, and obviously they're working well." 📲 Tap the link in bio to learn more about super-sprightly Bill's workout routine 💪

Thank you to everyone who attended today’s new class at Copeland. 🫶✨

Friends, if you haven’t already, give a follow.

Free yoga in the sunshine ☀️ every Sunday, 9-10am

I shall be making an appearance again leading the following Sundays,

14th June
5th July
18th July
6th September

Can’t wait! 🫶☀️✨

Connect. Move. Breathe. Join me next Wednesday at 11:00am for a free outdoor walk — open to everyone (members and non-members).

All levels welcome - We’ll move mindfully, chat honestly, and finish feeling lighter. No cost, no pressure — just show up. 🥾

Can’t make this week? No problem. These are running every Wednesday, 11am. Meeting point reception. I’ll be the one in the high vis so you won’t be able to miss me! ☺️

Here’s a visual of the route we took and our checkpoint times.

Thank you to everyone who donated or tried to donate. I got all of your messages and it seems there was an issue with the link. 🫶 I appreciate you all for trying and have raised the issue with FB.

✨A few spaces have become available due to people moving to the new class slot. These spaces are rare so you’ll have to be quick to nab one.

✨If you’re interested in joining our vibrant, established community. A space where you are supported and encouraged all at a pace that suits you then get in touch.

✨Classes all run from Southside Methodist Church on London Road and are as follows,
Tuesday chair fit - 10am
Tuesday chair yoga - 11:05am
Thursday chair fit - 11:30am FULL
Thursday chair yoga - 12:30pm

✨Free parking available on site and no steps to enter the building. You can message direct on here or email [email protected]

One week to go. There’s still time to sponsor me. The link will only let you do it in £4 donations for some reason but all of the funds go directly to Mind and are greatly appreciated. The work the do is so essential ✨

This year, I’ve decided to take on my first walking marathon — something that feels both exciting and a little daunting.

As many of you know, I recently completed my Level 4 Mental Health in Fitness qualification. It’s something I care deeply about, because for me, fitness has never just been about the physical side. It’s been a lifeline — whether that’s through yoga, strength training, or simply getting out for a walk to clear my head.

What I’ve come to realise, not just in my own journey but through working with so many of my clients, is how easy it is to drift back into living in our heads. Life gets busy, responsibilities take over, and before we know it, we’ve quietly placed ourselves at the bottom of the list.

The truth is, so many of us are carrying things we don’t always talk about — myself included.

In the UK, around 1 in 4 people experience a mental health problem each year, and for young people especially, those numbers are rising. Services are stretched, and too many people still feel like they have to cope on their own.

That’s a big part of why I’m doing this. I’m taking on this marathon to raise awareness and support for Mind — a charity that provides vital help to those who need it most.

If you’re in a position to support, I’d be incredibly grateful. And just as importantly, if you’re going through a tough time, please don’t keep it to yourself.

We’re here for you at Oundle School Sports Centre Whether you need a listening ear, some guidance, or help getting started, we can support you or point you in the right direction — including access to a 12-week supported referral programme.

You’re not alone 🤍
Thank you for taking the time to read.