Based in Horsham, West Sussex, female personal trainer, Becky, does her best to support professional women’s sport too. Recently, that included a trip to Twickenham for a record-breaking Women’s Six Nations match… My first trip to see a rugby union match was during the 2025 women’s world cup, when Brighton hosted Ireland versus New Zealand. …
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Fifa’s newest rules on female coaches: what is the problem and does this solve it?
There are several issues in the sport and fitness industry which involve a discussion about gender. Today, female personal trainer, Becky, who’s based at an independent gym in West Sussex, shares her thoughts on the latest decision made by Fifa… Last month, international football governing body, Fifa, announced new rules regarding the gender of coaches …
How personal trainers can support clients who are diagnosed with cancer
Becky is a Horsham-based female personal trainer with a specialist qualification in cancer exercise. She recently had the chance to share her expertise with other fitness professionals… Last month, I gave a talk at an event for fellow fitness professionals, sharing what they should do when a client receives a cancer diagnosis. The talk was …
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Five things I learned when I tried reformer Pilates
Becky is a Horsham-based female personal trainer who works with cancer patients and survivors, as well as those who struggle with confidence in the gym. She was recently encouraged to try some reformer Pilates classes, and shares her experience here… Trying new things as an adult can be incredibly challenging, but it’s also an important …
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Why I sponsored my local Pride event
Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, is aware that she cultivates community with her work. She explains more about her values as a business owner… Prior to setting up my own business as a personal trainer, I’d had careers in events and marketing, plus time spent working for a local charity. Within these roles, I’d learned …
Positive gym culture: it exists!
Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, shares some examples of positive gym culture from her experiences… In the social media era, bad news travels fast. There are daily rants about negative interactions in gyms, and some are sadly justified – harassment and bullying are completely unacceptable. Whilst I’ve experienced my fair share of conflict and discomfort, …
Fitness Unprofessionals 2026 – event review
Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, recently had the opportunity to speak at a fitness event with a difference. She shares her experience here… Ten years ago, I honestly didn’t know what the inside of a gym looked like. Last weekend, having in the past decade got fit, survived a sarcoma, qualified as a PT during …
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Soliflore’s Brighton Smell Club, and why I love fragrance
Becky is a female personal trainer based in Horsham, West Sussex, but she leads a full life outside the gym too. Recently, she attended an event run by Brighton fragrance boutique, Soliflore, and shares more about it here… I’ll hold my hands up – this is one of the bougier parts of my life. I …
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Winter Olympics and body image – where’s the conversation?
As the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics draw to a close, Horsham-based female personal trainer, Becky, has made an observation about the commentary and body image… I’m writing this balanced on my sofa, rather than using my comfortable desk chair and split keyboard, because I’m watching Winter Olympics coverage whilst the Games is still on. I’ve …
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What should gyms post on social media?
Cancer exercise specialist, Becky, is a female personal trainer based in Horsham. She works with a broad range of people whether they’ve experienced cancer or not, and loves to support people looking to improve their confidence in a gym environment… A few weeks ago, I came across a Reel where someone was complaining about a …