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Rise Strong Fitness Collective Fitness Coaching and Classes for Women over 40, online/in the Blackheath area. Head Coach: Aline Duriaud, Certified Fitness, Menopause and Mobility Coach.

Strength training, non-contact boxing, mobility and endurance for ALL levels and lifestyles.

21/10/2026

54 DOES NOT LOOK LIKE I EXPECTED IT TO!
Burn out. Late diagnosed AuDHD. Menopause having a greater impact than I anticipated. Not sure how to work, or where.
Muay Thai has been a grounding element through these changes. Whether I’m doing one-to-one sessions, practicing on a bag, shadow boxing or doing mobility work, there’s always something new to learn!

21/10/2026

WATCH TO THE END TO FIND OUT HOW I RESET MY TRAINING…
At the end of 2925 l, aged 53, stepped on stage at a bodybuilding show for the first time.
It was a life altering experience for MANY reasons and I am really thankful for everything I learned. AND…
I did not realise at the time but by the end of the year I was utterly burned out. Mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually.
The demands of prep, plus work, perimenopause, a new relationship, family stuff plus a late diagnosis of ADHD and working diagnosis of autism left me beyond exhausted.
I lost enthusiasm for everything and found myself returning to impulsive behaviours - overspending, getting fixated on different things to an obsessive degree, and all around overwhelmed.
It has taken a year to even start to feel grounded again and I still find getting the right balance hard.
What changed? I discovered Muay Thai, AND approached it with more respect for my own capacity. That means some weeks I rest or do one less session.
I keep up with mobility and REST more, noticing how loudly my inner critic shouts when I am not DOING all the time.
I started being more assertive about protecting my energy and prioritising, and stopped chasing money. Full disclosure: I am currently in the very lucky position of not relying solely on earned income to live.
ONE thing that I’ve continued has been consistency - practiced imperfectly. As I tell all my clients, consistency achieves more than maximum effort followed by nothing.
My FREE 30 day mobility challenge is designed to help you build strength, stability and connection in your body - and develop a sustainable habit - i 10 minutes per day. Have you joined yet? Why not?
Seriously, it’s 10 minutes a day with support, accountability and feedback. We start on the 1st of November. LINK IN BIO👆🏼

19/10/2026

NOT JUST FOR MUAY THAI! THIS IS GREAT FOR…
Hip flexor mobility in the flexion position.
Ankle and foot strength and stability.
Engaging your abdominal muscles
It is also decent interval cardio.
Give it a go and let me know what you think!

17/10/2026

Deliberately inducing emotional regulation is not a good strategy for initiating sustainable change.
A good fitness coach supports you to change by helping you define your goals, giving you a structure to achieve them and both challenging you and cheering you on.
This is different from deliberately provoking a client because they do not adhere to their viewpoint or philosophy. Here is an example:
A client shares with their coach that they used to abuse alcohol and no longer drink. The coach had similar struggles and chooses to drink on special occasions. He or she tells the client that anyone can drink occasionally with the right mindset. The client states that is not their experience.
That evening, after the session, the coach send their client a photo of a glass of w**e, with a message that they’re enjoying it right now for dinner.
Triggering clients is not a viable strategy and causes harm. All coaches are human and make mistakes. A good coach reflects on their practice, is willing to receive feedback and adjust as necessary.
If you’re thinking of hiring a fitness coach, congratulations! Take time to figure out what you want and ask questions, so you can find the right coach for you.

17/10/2026

MYTH 1.: MOBILITY REQUIRES AN HOUR A DAY
In fact, a daily ten minute practice structured to include progressive overload can make a significant impact on your strength and range of motion.
MYTH 2. Mobility is just stretching.
Passive stretching CAN be part of a mobility practice but it is not mobility; it may give you temporary relief from tight muscles but does not address underlying issues.
MYTH 3: Mobility is not as important as building strength, getting fitter and improving my endurance.
As a 54 year old coach, former bodybuilder and Muay Thai practitioner I would argue that mobility is non-negotiable if you want to progress AND avoid injury when exercising and in your daily movement.
Ready to transform your mobility in ten minutes per day? Join my FREE thirty day mobility challenge! Link in bio 👆🏼

17/10/2026

AS A MOBILITY COACH - AND A MUAY THAI BEGINNER - HERE IS WHAT HAVE LEARNED…
My left glute medius and internal hip rotation is weaker than my right hand side. AND my right hip flexor is weaker - in both flexion and extension than my left side. This translates to:
A less stable right standing leg for left kicks.
More difficulty turning the left hip for left body kicks.
Weaker right teeos.
Weaker right long knees kicks due to less range of motion in hip extension.
Stay posted for my mobility routine to improve these areas! 💪🏼

15/10/2026

WOMEN OVER 40 - 10 MINUTES DAILY CAN TRANSFORM YOUR MOBILITY - HERE’S HOW👇🏼
My clients over 40 all juggle life responsibilities and all know the benefits of exercising, yet struggle to stay consistent.
They often start a new plan and stick to it until life gets in the way, then completely fall off the wagon.
Does this sound familiar? Here’s the solution.
Science shows that building a manageable microgravity into your day and doing it consistently for thirty days can actually change your neural pathways making it a sustainable habit you can build on. No extreme willpower required.
Enter my FREE thirty day mobility challenge starting in the 1st of November: with:
A daily ten minute mobility practice.
A weekly check-in
A supportive environment.
Added value and education in mobility from me!
What are you waiting for? Click the link in bio to join. 💪🏼

NEW EPISODE UP! Fitness as a tool in recovery from coercive control. Check it out l!
13/10/2026

NEW EPISODE UP! Fitness as a tool in recovery from coercive control.
Check it out l!

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