Life  post pandemic seems to have been a constant flux. Right now it feels that that we subtly adjusting within our new state of ‘normal’. And that this is across our lives personally, at work, in business and within our health priorities.  What has this to do with your pelvic floor? Everything!  Your pelvic floor and core is so affected by external stress, lack of movement and chronic poor movement patterns as a result of 'new' working patterns, that I need to know where you are right now! Why? So I can create the right programmes and events that you need!  Is it clari ..read more

We all know that squeezing is a big part of pelvic floor strength, but just how hard should we be squeezing?  https://www.gladiatorstv.com/gladiators/bbc/nitro/In todays episode I discuss the tendency to over squeeze and explore why a gladiator style power squeeze doesnt always equate to better function.  If you have been left wondering how to exercise and identify each of your pelvic floor muscles, head to:  www.fitfannyadams.com/PelvicFloorProgram for access for $49  or www.fitfannyadams.com/PelvicFloorProgramme for access for £39 And if you are wanting to join my Easter ..read more

It's been such a wonderful start to 2024, seeing women progress and feel confident with their movement, core and pelvic floor! So, this week I'm taking on the role of Easter bunny and spreading the love! Too many people STILL cue navel to spine to activate their core and feel demotivated with 'lazy glutes'. No, no, no. Let's get educated and empowered to move in a way that supports and strengthens! As a population, we are largely switched off, stressed and disconnected. We expect to jump into great movement patterns when we exercise, but it takes focused unpicking of habits, followed by re-edu ..read more

To celebrate International Women's Day, I opened my virtual doors to my CoreCardio class and I'd LOVE for you to try it too!  Hands up, fessin' up, I've been too overcommited this last couple of weeks and dropped a ball communicating out this class to you. So by way of heartfelt apology, you get a bonus episode AND free access to todays class... just head to  www.FitFannyAdams.com/Register  before the end of March 2024 and you will receive access!  Want to jump right into the MembersHub for 3x Live classes a week (term time only), access to the replays plus 100's of on-dema ..read more

Ever wondered why your pelvic floor issues grumble on, usually only increasing in complexity? We often underestimate the complex nature of our pelvic floor  and with it, the multi disciplinary approach to healing and restoration.  Today, I explore why pelvic floor dysfunction can quickly become complex, chronic and with multiple systems becoming involved. Understanding and embracing why a collaborative, multi disciplinary approach to healing and restoration is often needed, can also be a part of the restoration journey!  Want to jump in and understand your 6 principle pelvic flo ..read more

***Trigger Warning: Please be aware the content of this episode may be distressing and explores the physical and emotional factors contributing to birth trauma. Please take the necessary precautions and seek support as appropriate.  "On 9 January 2024, the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on birth trauma in the UK Parliament will set up an inquiry to investigate the reasons for traumatic birth and to develop policy recommendations to reduce the rate of birth trauma. Research shows that about 4-5% of women develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after giving birth – equivale ..read more

It sounds obvious, but getting the right muscles working when doing your pelvic floor work is essential... yet so many women grip from under their ribs or stop the flow of urine... this isn't right!  Get 100% clear on where your pelvic floor muscles are and what they do, before start to build any strengthening programme.  This foundation work is essential to rebuilding functional strength. In fact, the more time we spend in this zone of refining muscle activation, in the areas that we find it hardest to connect, the better the results!  Today I break down the pelvic floor activa ..read more

I'm reaching out for help and listener insight today! And don't worry if this is WAY past January... I'd still love to know what You want!  Please help me shape Fit Fanny Adams for 2024... what do you want to see? Drop me an email at sarahjane@FitFannyAdams.com or head to www.FitFannyAdams.com/49 Thanks so much... this means SO much  Sarahjane xxx       ..read more

You know the score, you go to the gym and there is a core class, a cardio class, bum & tum class, HIIT class... but why are we not encouraged to reap the benefits of incorporating core into every single movement that we do? Modern life is so core disengaging. We should be better educated in fitness to work core into everything that we do, instead of thinking it as some isolated concept.  Todays episode shares the 'how' of bringing your core into everything that you do!  So, if you are ready to kick start your core strength, then jump into Januarys LIVE 6 week : Transform Your Co ..read more

The festive season may well be on the horizon, but I really hear that many of you are struggling with your fitness and movement mojo.  Today's episode is just for you. This time of year is such a challenge for many people; mentally and emotionally. And often, even if we seem to be doing 'OK' on the surface, there are often subtle shifts in our energy levels, motivation, and 'get up and go' on the inside.  We know that the shift in season kicks in our primitive reflexes to adopt that 'hibernation' mentality. But what we can do to keep focused, looking after ourselves and ultimately, m ..read more