Anya Russell Fitness

Anya Russell Fitness Helping midlife women feel strong, energised, & empowered through perimenopausal & beyond

For Rec-Xercise bookings visit http://bookwhen.com/recxercise

For more info re: personal training and to book your initial free consultation contact Anya on 07870265985 or visit anyarussellfitness.com for more info

For information about fitness retreats visit anyarussellfitness/retreats

In my early to mid-40’s, I found myself feeling mentally foggy, exhausted, emotionally scattered, I wondered who I’d bec...
17/06/2025

In my early to mid-40’s, I found myself feeling mentally foggy, exhausted, emotionally scattered, I wondered who I’d become.

Perimenopause hit me like a storm.

Nothing I tried seemed to truly help and I didn’t just want to get through this phase of my life - I wanted to reclaim my strength, my clarity and my energy.

Creating MenoLift Accelerator is a game changing bespoke online coaching programme aimed at high-achieving women navigating perimenopause, menopause and beyond.

Comment ME if you would like your FREE blueprint strategy session

🧘‍♀️ 🔋 You can’t train effectively on an empty charger.” As a fitness professional, pushing limits is part of the job, b...
12/06/2025

🧘‍♀️ 🔋 You can’t train effectively on an empty charger.” 

As a fitness professional, pushing limits is part of the job, but when working with women in perimenopause, it’s just as important to champion recovery, balance, and hormonal health.

💥 Fatigue during this phase isn’t just “being tired”—it’s bone-deep exhaustion that impacts mood, focus, and well-being. And it hits hardest when women are juggling everything: demanding careers, raising children, caring for aging parents, managing households, hormonal changes, financial pressures and trying to hold themselves together in the midst of it all! 🤪

The result? Burnout - physically and emotionally.

💡 This is where I come in.
Movement still matters: just 30 minutes a day can lower cortisol, lift mood, and restore a sense of control.

But here’s the key: Recovery is not optional - it’s essential.
When you can, try to:

💤 Prioritise sleep (7–9 hours a night)

🧘 Embrace yoga and breathing techniques.

 🧠 Practice mindfulness and meditation - if you’re new to this there are lots of Guided Meditations on Spotify.

 🛀 Build daily rituals for calm and restoration.

💧 Keep hydrated, even mild dehydration can worsen fatigue and brain fog.

🥩 Try and eat protein in every meal - protein is vital for muscle maintenance, hormone balance, and sustained energy.

 ➡️YOU can’t perform physically or mentally if you’re running on empty!

As a certified  coach, I’m trained in evidence-based menopause health, fitness, and wellness - so I can show up with the knowledge my clients truly need 💫

Because over 50% experience joint pain — and most fitness programs ignore it. 😣💡 The root cause?
Hormonal shifts. A drop...
13/05/2025

Because over 50% experience joint pain — and most fitness programs ignore it. 😣

💡 The root cause?

Hormonal shifts. A drop in oestrogen impacts:

✔️ Inflammation levels
✔️ Joint lubrication
✔️ Muscle, tendon & ligament function

🦴 Menopause increases risk of:

• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis 
• Chronic pain

📉 The result?

Many women avoid movement, fearing it’ll make things worse — even though the right exercise is one of the BEST solutions.

✅ What actually helps:
• Strength training (yes, it’s safe!)
• Daily movement & mobility
• Anti-inflammatory nutrition
• HRT (for some)

👩‍🏫 As a fitness professional, I play a key role.
Thanks to numerous courses I’ve undertaken and my certification as a Menopause Movement Coach, I’m equipped with:

✔️ Evidence-based strategies
✔️ Tools to support midlife clients
✔️ A mission to empower women to take charge of their midlife health

Let’s redefine movement in midlife — stronger, smarter, and pain-free. 💪

If you are searching for a PT online or in person do get in touch - my waitlist is open and ever evolving… Choosing a pe...
26/04/2025

If you are searching for a PT online or in person do get in touch - my waitlist is open and ever evolving…

Choosing a personal trainer is exactly that - personal. With 14 years experience and 1000s of hours spent training a range of clients of varying ages, abilities and fitness levels - I work to establish a good connection with you right from the offset, in order to help you achieve your goals. I train my clients from home in Tooting, in the Furzedown area.

First session is complimentary… 💁🏼‍♀️


Easter is almost here and if you’re anything like me you’ll be looking forward to tucking into an Easter egg (or three!)...
28/03/2025

Easter is almost here and if you’re anything like me you’ll be looking forward to tucking into an Easter egg (or three!) 🐣 
The new MenoLift dates are now available, book early if you want to join the in-person sessions (Wednesdays are already full.)

Also available again is my 8 mini home x 20 minute workouts that you can do anytime, anywhere and the only equipment you need is a resistance band and your own body!

My PT sessions are currently at full capacity so I invite those interested to join the waitlist and I’ll contact you as soon as an opening becomes available. 

Happy International Women’s Day to all the women I train - here are a few of the Thursday group of MenoLifters!  Today I...
08/03/2025

Happy International Women’s Day to all the women I train - here are a few of the Thursday group of MenoLifters!

Today I want to celebrate all these incredible women who show up, push their limits, and support each other every step of the way.

Strength isn’t just about lifting weights - it’s about empowering yourself and inspiring others to do the same.
Here’s to all the strong women 🥂

Strength training during pregnancy offers so many benefits for both the mum-to-be and the baby as long as you have clear...
04/03/2025

Strength training during pregnancy offers so many benefits for both the mum-to-be and the baby as long as you have clearance to exercise from your healthcare provider and aren’t experiencing any specific pregnancy complications.

Some of the benefits of prenatal strength training include:-

1. Strengthening muscles – helping to build endurance and strength in key muscle groups, aiding in labour and postpartum recovery

2. Improved posture - by focusing on core stability and alignment, prenatal strength training can alleviate common discomforts like back pain and promote better posture throughout pregnancy

3. Boosted mood and energy - regular exercise releases endorphins, uplifting your mood and helping to combat pregnancy-related fatigue, leaving you feeling more energised.

4. Preparation for childbirth - building strength and stamina through prenatal workouts can enhance your ability to cope with the physical demands of labour, potentially leading to a smoother delivery

5. Increased endurance - prenatal strength training boosts stamina, helping you power through pregnancy and labour with greater ease

If you are pregnant, it is of course important to remember that you are growing a human which takes up A LOT of energy so if all you want to do is lie down and rest then that is absolutely ok and nothing to feel guilty about it!

For pregnancy PT sessions please contact me now 💫

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