Move it or Lose it with Sharon - Northampton

31/08/2026

Happy Bank Holiday Movers ☺️
Guess what I am doing on my bank holiday?
As an instructor I don't just come along and deliver a class, my brain and body gets a good workout in-between classes 🥵

Here is a sneak preview of what's to come this week.
As with all routines we can adapt the moves to suit you.
For a seated version we would slowly lift the leg out to the side. Kick out would be a gentle lift from knee.
Standing Kick outs could be changed to foot taps to the front.
We make it work to exercise at your pace and range.

We want to make it a fun way to work on our cardio, strength, coordination and balance.

07/08/2026

Check out Duston community centre and St Luke's events calendar for this August.

There are many taster classes as part of the Duston together event this month. Including my Tuesday Strength and balance circuits classes 💪🦵❤️

28/07/2026

This week I am taking annual leave from my Move it or Lose it classes.
I miss my class members when I take a break, the classes are definitely my happy hormones release 😀

As I cannot ask you what muscles we are working this week I thought why not share another FB post where I stop and think what muscles will I work extra hard today.

Yesterday was a lovely walk around Rutland Water, not the full 23 miles but we did manage 5 miles in the heat 🥵 followed by a quick paddle to soothe the feet at the man made beach.

Walking in sand ⛱️ work's calves, quadriceps, glutes and core. As sand shifts it forces your body to work extra stabilizer muscles in your feet, ankles and core. Working muscles an additional 30-50% more 😅

Today was 5k steps around MK, my legs were definitely feeling sore from yesterday's walk.

If you are out walking this week, take a moment and really feel the benefits you get ☺️🦵👣 ❤️

25/07/2026

Coming soon 🚨

FREE Strength & Circuit training TASTER class for older adults (55+) at:
Duston Community Centre
11th August 2026
Tuesday 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Booking is essential.

Interval training where you complete a number of activity stations to work different muscle groups and components of fitness. Working at each station at a level appropriate to you.
NO floor exercises
Using body weight, resistance bands or small dumbells 💪🦵🧠♥️😅

✅ Feel fitter and stronger
✅ Build muscle
✅ Prevent sarcopenia
✅ Boost immune system
✅ Improve balance
✅ Social connection
✅ Support your mental health

Book now to invest in your health & wellbeing.

Email [email protected]
07595985217

19/07/2026

In a Move it or Lose it class how many times do I say imagine you are cleaning the windows?

But have you really thought about how cleaning windows engages muscles from head to toe?

The key muscle groups involved include your shoulders (rotator cuff) for scrubbing

Arms and forearms for grip 💪

Core and obliques for twisting and balance 🦵

Calves and legs for reaching up on your tiptoes 🦶

Glutes & Quadriceps to help you maintain balance and stability, especially if you are shifting your weight from one leg to the other.

I feel great knowing I have had a full body workout today using many muscles. It has made one of those tasks we don't really enjoy, worth it. I even felt a good release of happy dopamine 😅

If you want to feel fitter, strong muscles and improve balance to keep doing everyday activities, tasks, even the ones we don't really enjoy come along to a Move it or Lose it class.

Contact
[email protected]
Fun classes for 55+
Routines to music and strength exercise without the need to get up and down off the floor.

First class is FREE

15/07/2026

It always amazes me how a small movement can really benefit your health. Click on the link in the comments of this shared Move it or Lose it post to see what a Soleus push up is and how it can help you 💪❤️

20/06/2026

This is a fascinating article to read.

Read the full blog in the comments.

I am sure it will get you thinking about the exercise you do, how this will help your bones stay strong and what will help you to stay consistent? ❤️💪🦵 🩻 🤔

This is why I love our Move it or Lose it class as we do it all in our fun and friendly classes, offering support and social connection to encourage us to keep going 😍

✅Cardio
✅Strength
✅Balance
✅And much more.

If you are looking to try a FREE class contact
[email protected]

What if the secret to stronger bones as we age isn’t what most people think?
We often hear that walking is good for us — and it absolutely is.
But when it comes to supporting bone health, new research suggests there may be something else we need to pay attention to as we get older.
In our latest Turn Back the Clock: The Age-Defying Edit blog, we explore what really helps keep bones stronger for longer — and why the Move it or Lose it approach fits so well with the evidence.
Read the blog in the first comment 👇

09/06/2026

Midweek exercise BOOST!!!

Have you heard of Wednesday Hump Day, the middle of a Mon-Fri week where you find yourself already on countdown to the weekend.

If you feel you need a midweek exercise boost, how about coming along to a Move it or Lose it evening class at:

Duston Community Centre
Wednesday 7-8pm

A class with a mixture of routines/moves to music to improve:

✅ Heart health
✅ Strength
✅ Balance
✅ Coordination
✅ Cognitive wellbeing

If you are 55+ this could be just what you need 💪💃❤️🧠

Contact Sharon for further details and to book a FREE class
[email protected]

03/06/2026

Check out Duston Parish Council for details of their Fun Day and Duston Together events coming soon.

I am pleased to be taking part offering a FREE taster session booked 11th August 2026 ☺️

🎉✨ 4TH FREE TASTER SESSION CONFIRMED! ✨🎉

Looking for a friendly way to stay active and build strength as we get older? 💛

💪🧓 Move it or Lose it with Sharon - Northampton
📅 Tuesday 11th August
⏰ 13:30 – 14:30
🎯 Strength Circuit Training for older adults (60+)
📍 Duston Community Centre
✅ FREE to attend as part of Duston Together
ℹ️ Find out more about Duston Together here: www.duston-pc.gov.uk/dustontogether

Move it or Lose it classes are designed to improve strength, balance and flexibility — with no floorwork. Whether you exercise seated or standing, you’ll find a supportive group where staying active is fun, friendly and accessible.

🗓 Regular weekly classes at Duston Community Centre:
• Mondays: 10:15–11:15
• Tuesdays: 13:30–14:30
• Wednesdays: 19:00–20:00
• Thursdays: 14:00–15:00

📞 To join / book, contact Sharon:
📱 07595 985217
📧 [email protected]
📘 Move it or Lose it with Sharon - Northampton


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28/05/2026

That's a wrap for this week's class.
Thank you to everyone who made it to class. Thankfully we had the luxury of AC in most venues but getting to and from class was a great effort with the high temperature.👏 🥵

Missed Monday's classes so looking forward to delivering new routines with you on Monday 1st June, gosh June already 😀

Have a wonderful week/weekend all. Stay cool and hydrated.

Thank you for all the lovely comments following my last post. I found it quite overwhelming but even more inspired to keep going and enjoy a job I love and get to do with so many wonderful people 😍