ABOUT
Hi, I'm Sam, Health and Behaviour Change Coach.
My passion is to help women 40+ feel confident, strong and empowered from peri-post menopause.
Throughout my 20 year career as a personal fitness trainer and health coach I have seen the impact of movement, diet and mindset as a fundamental role in managing the symptoms associated with menopause.
SELF CARE IS DIFFERENT FOR EVERYONE
Floating in a crystal clear outdoor pool and feeling amazing all day afterwards! Cold water swimming has become my favourite hobby this year...
What makes you feel really good?
Has life been too busy to fit it in or have you been too stressed and tired to do something about it?
Time to get inspired?
MID LIFE TURNING POINT
When my kids started school, I decided I wanted to focus more on my business. So I filled every hour with new work projects and courses. I was juggling these around the kids, literally saying yes to everything - it was go go go!
This was going well until I started to feel the frazzle. I had just turned 47 and noticed I was more sensitive to stress and had other issues such as insomnia, night sweats, joint pain and dreadful anxiety (plus where did I leave my keys...?)
I was also feeling a sense of awakening too - like I couldn't go on being a people pleaser which had taken up so much of my energy over the years. I wanted to be more honest about what I was thinking and feeling - even if it didn't always suit everyone!
Peri-menopause had arrived!
The thing was, I was a 'wellbeing person' - I had studied menopause and the psychological and hormonal changes I was going through - but now here I was experiencing them myself and for a while it threw me. I felt burnt out and well, a bit lost.
It was then I decided to listen to my body and make proper changes. I created a new self-care toolkit using my knowledge of women’s health. I worked on my mindset and swopped rushing for resting, HIIT for yoga, more focus on weights. I confronted my relationship with sugar.
I wanted to get back to doing fun things!
This meant being braver so I took up sea swimming with my friends, overcoming a fear of the water. (So much fun and the best feeling in the world!)
After a while, I had noticed a huge improvement to my symptoms. I felt like me again!
This was my midlife turning point.
This experience has shaped my health coaching today - I can relate, empathise and most importantly help other women in their 40's & 50's to rebalance their hormones, reconnect with their sense of self and learn to embrace the wonderful parts of menopause as they move into their Second Spring!
How IT WORKS
The process is very simple!
1). MEET
We will start off with a free discovery call to see if health coaching is a good fit for you.
I'll then talk you through various options and what to expect from working together. This can be in person in my Saltdean clinic or online via Zoom.
2). GOALS
Once we have started, the exciting part comes next as you visualise your fun, fit self enjoying the lifestyle you are going to create!
After your Health Questionnaire, my approach will be to help you identify barriers and understand any physical and emotional symptoms. You'll likely have some break through moments at this point! We will then set meaningful goals based around your desired outcomes.
3). PLAN OF ACTION
Now it's time to put it into action - this might mean big changes, or small manageable adjustments...going at a pace that feels right for you. Be assured I will provide you with the support, tools and encouragement to help make this happen.
Although lifestyle changes require long term commitment, many clients say they start to feel the benefits the very first week!
Your plan will be completely personalised, however here are some areas we may cover:
- Peri-post menopause transition
- Symptoms checker
- SMART goals
- Fit, Food, Me plan
- Personalised exercise plan
- Food and Mood
- Relationships
- Sleep tips
- Creating more joy
- Relaxation techniques
- High energy pleasure
- Recommended reading
RESULTS
A strong body matters
Lifting weights / body weight exercise is essential in midlife to maintain muscle mass - I will take you through a routine you can do from home or in the gym. Feel stronger, more confident. Women often learn to love weight training!
Balanced nutrition
Learn the link between food and mood. Balance blood sugar levels and fluctuating hormones with easy meal ideas to fit around your busy schedule.
Reconnect with yourself
Get back to what matters to you - your dreams, passions, talents and skills. All the fun and fabulous stuff that makes you feel happy and connected with your life goals.
Healthy Mindset
Your mindset plays a crucial role in your overall wellbeing. I will help you develop a positive and growth-oriented mindset that supports your health goals. I will provide resources and tools to help you overcome limiting beliefs and negative self-talk.
Stress Management
You are more sensitive to stress in midlife - I will teach you effective stress management techniques and mindfulness practices to help you manage stress and improve your overall quality of life.
Sleep Better
Sleep is essential for vitality - I will help you develop healthy sleep habits and provide tips and resources to help you improve your sleep quality. Wake up feeling refreshed and energized every day.
My qualifications
Level 4 Diploma in Health Coaching
- College of Naturopathic Medicine
Level 3 Advanced Personal Trainer Award
- Premier Training International
Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
and Long Term Health Conditions
- Diverse Trainers
NCFE Levels 1,2,3 Counselling Skills
- Brighton City College
Behaviour Change Coaching Skills
- Brighton & Hove City Council
Life Coaching Skills
- Varndean College
Coaching and Training Skills
- Virgin Atlantic Airways