Jayne Leaker Pilates, Massage & Personal Training

There are evenings when I’m insisting you do certain exercise because you think I’m being mean….
Sometimes you love them. Sometimes you really don’t!

But every single exercise I give you has a purpose. It’s there for your body, your goals and your movement.

We often joke that I write a class plan and then completely freewheel it… and yes, sometimes I do! 😅

But there’s always a reason.

Maybe someone has sore knees.
Maybe someone is pregnant.
Maybe someone’s back is playing up.
Maybe I can see you’re all tired after a long day.

So when I suddenly change the plan, it’s never random. I’m alway watching you.

I am reading the room (although you may argue that one 🥴)
Trust the process… even when you’re muttering my name under your breath! ❤️

😂 Confession time…

Well… my lovely 7pm class caught me out tonight! 🙈

I was chatting away, as I always do, about posture, breathing and moving and mentioned the 7 principles!
When I was asked what all 7 were the brain let me down!
So… in the interests of redeeming myself, here they are!

Breathing – In through the nose, out through the mouth.

Concentration – Focus on your core, watch your shoulders, smile 🥴

Control – No flinging yourself around… we are not interviewing for the can can and flinging our legs around!

Centre – Everything starts from your core- engage transverse!

Precision – slow it down….. a slower muscle is a hard working muscle!

Flow – Slow and controlled

Alignment – Stand tall, shoulders into back pockets and visualise that piece string pulling you up.

The funny thing is… I probably say these in every class, just not always by their official names! 😂
Can you hear me ….. and now I’m haunting you as you’re winding down for the evening!

Stand tall.
Imagine a piece of string pulling you up.
Shoulders into your back pockets.
Relax your tongue from the roof of your mouth.
And don’t forget to breathe!

So thank you for keeping me on my toes! 😆
I promise I’ll remember all seven next week… although no guarantees! ❤️

THURSDAYS PILATES IS IN THE HALL !
I am trying to accommodate everyone and navigate the road works so let’s make it easier by going in the hall! 💙

However! Please enter through St Mary’s gate (the side gate) as there are works where we normally park!
See you tomorrow.

I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who came along to my last Saturday HIIT and Pilates.❤️

I’m honestly so touched by all the thoughtful gifts, beautiful cards and kind words. (I’m not used to kind words in class 🤣)
Your generosity and support mean more than you know.

Saturdays have always been extra special. During lockdown, when we couldn’t be in the sports centre, so many of you joined me in my garden……Those mornings brought us together at a time when we all needed it most, and somewhere along the way we became much more than a class – we became a little family.

It’s been a privilege to be part of your Saturday mornings, watching so many of you grow stronger, healthier and more confident over the years. We’ve shared plenty of laughs along the way too!

While I’m stepping away from Saturdays, you cannot hide from me as I will be with you Tuesday and Thursday! Fully recharged !
I’m incredibly grateful for all the memories we’ve made together.
Thank you for your friendship, your loyalty, and for making today such a special one. I’ll treasure the gifts, the cards, and, most of all, the memories we’ve created together.
Not quite sure what to do with the masks, thats quite a scary face looking at me 🤣

With heartfelt thanks,

Jayne ❤️

Happy Thursday!

Pilates on the field again this evening!

Swapping ants in the hall to ants on the field 😂
(I’m really selling it to you aren’t I ?)

Looks like it may be the last one as the weather turning next week. 💕

Pilates is on the field tonight! 🌿

So, I thought I’d find out what all the AI chatter was about… and how funny is this?! 🤣

Gone are the days of cutting out photos and sticking them onto some celebritys perfect body!

You all know me well enough to know I don’t take myself too seriously!

It definitely made me giggle, and I hope it gives you a smile too. See you later! 😎

Don’t forget your water and sun glasses ❤️

I’m not sure if Bob is waiting for a massage or getting ready for outdoor Pilates 😹

See you on the field in a while 🐊