Chronic Fatigue management

During this episode, Bev shares her chronic fatigue journey and where she's at now, what the causes have been (multiple), what's helped her and she did a Q&A answering several of your questions that came in on instagram, thank you for those. 

This episode includes a 3 minute movement meditation to calm the mind and boost your energy and mood.

This episode was inspired by Anna Marsh, after being interviewed on the Chronic Fatigue and Burnout Recovery Podcast, Anna asked me the question: Do you have specific Mindfulness Pilates classes for chronic fatigue recovery? At the time I didn't but said was open to it, although regularly teach clients who have an ME or chronic fatigue or long covid diagnosis, but good news, thanks to this question, there are now free taster classes on zoom for Chronic fatigue management Mindfulness Pilates classes, regular classes and 121 programmes.

Thank you Anna for this inspiration. 

There is a 1pm Monday chronic fatigue management Mindfulness Pilates class, 30 minutes long (email bev@mindfulnesspilates.com to book your free taster class, in exchange for a testimonial)

There are maximum 10 clients in classes so that they are high quality, tailored to you, there is individual attention and you can work at both the right level for you personally as well as work in a good alignment and technique. 

Let me know if you tune in and how it helps you

Love Bev

Chronic fatigue recovery

Did you know I have a brand new Chronic fatigue management Mindfulness Pilates class on Monday the 6th November?

Have you suffered from chronic fatigue? Or know someone who has? I have and that’s why I’ve created this class.

The best part is that all of my classes take place on Zoom so you don’t need to leave the comfort of your home.

You can also enjoy your first class for free in exchange for a testimonial.

Drop me an email to book your place.

Join me Monday 6th November1pm for 30 minutes at the zoom studio, it’s online on zoom! Or 5.30pm

the chronic fatigue recovery classes include:

✔️ meditation, relaxation and breathing 

✔️ Stretching 

✔️ Core stability 

✔️ Back strengthening 

✔️ Mindset and positive affirmations 

✔️ Visualisation & goal setting 

✔️ 1 minute journalling 

✔️ maximum 12 per class for individual attention

• ✔️ maximum 12 in the free taster class

chronic fatigue management Mindfulness Pilates taster class Monday 1pm 13th November (30 minutes) London time (this is sitting or standing & exercises, stretches & basic core stability on the mat)

chronic fatigue management gentle sitting Mindfulness Pilates taster class wednesday 1pm 15th November (30 minutes) London time (maximum 12 in the class)

“Anyone with chronic fatigue looking for a safe, low impact way to move their body? I've been doing Pilates with Bev for nearly 3 years to keep my body moving in a way I can tolerate, yes, I have to rest afterwards but it's manageable and I feel better for having done it.

Bev is really good at giving lots of difficulty options so everyone can work at their own level, and it doesn't matter if you're working at level 4 in some exercises one week and level 1 for all of them another because that's all you have the energy for, she's all about listening to your body and doing what's right for you at that moment. You can rest when you need, or visualise an exercise or join in at whatever level feels good and safe. PLUS, it's all online so you don't even need to leave the house!”

Hannah Sanderson

Singing teacher & vocal coach

Was also over the moon to interview Hannah where she shares her story on 1 way to help your back, ‘Singing and ME’ with Hannah Sanderson, including a rainforest body scan meditation, really hope you enjoy tuning in.

I was over the moon to be interviewed on the Chronic fatigue & burnout recovery podcast with Anna Marsh, the interview is out soon, she asked me this question:

Do you have a specific Mindfulness Pilates class for chronic fatigue recovery?

At the time I said no but was open to it & now yes I do. The rest is history! Thank you Anna. Recommend you follow Anna on Instagram.

Look forward to teaching & inspiring you

Love Bev

Life is like the waves of the sea, mental health

#worldmentalhealthday

Life is like the waves of the sea

There are good, challenging and sad times of life

Like the weather, the sun comes out, it rains, there is a rainbow, it snows, there's sleet, theres a thunderstorm

Find your happy place

find things that make you feel good, whatever that is for you

Talk to those you trust

talk about how you feel

find an exercise you love

breathe!

Life is quite a journey, I shared some of my mental health journey on my latest episode of my podcast, a re-launch, it always includes breathing, relaxation, meditation to help with mental health and happiness, the latest one is a 4 minute aeroplane take off meditation, whether you're flying or not the breathing tools are great to de-stress, help you feel calmer and stronger in body and mind, release tension or sleep better. Listen on the podcast page or below on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite place

Thats my gift to you today

Let me know if you tune in or how it helps

Sending love everyday, it’s world mental health day everyday

Bev

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Latest podcast interview - Two hypnotherapists talking

This latest episode sees Denise and Martin, exploring the commonality between hypnotherapy and other holistic approaches, and how we can look after our minds and bodies. They were delighted to welcome Mindfulness-Pilates Teacher, Beverley Densham to the show. 

Bev is a mindfulness Pilates teacher of 25 years &  an author. She graduated  from the University of Brighton with a degree in Sports Science. She had successful Pilates Studios in Hertfordshire for 16 years then relocated to Dorset by the sea, her happy place.  

She now teaches Mindfulness Pilates at her zoom studio with meditation, mindset, journaling & positive affirmations to helpher clients reduce back pain,  feel good and be stronger in body & mind.   

 Bev talked about her upcoming book, and several life-changing events which led her to where she is now. She is host of the Mindfulness Pilates podcast & also teaches "working through stress to calm" workshops & cla sses for attorneys,  corporations, teachers, nurses and children. Her next publicationwill be a series ‘Stress to Calm’ series to help you live happily ever after.

As you can imagine there was plenty to talk about, as they explored and discussed the applications of their various modalities.  As ever, the podcast is an informal chat, giving you the opportunity to really get to know the hosts and their guests. 

So what do two hypnotherapists and their guests talk about? Join them and find out. 

back definitely a bit dodge to reduce back pain to feel good

“Won’t make Pilates today - need it as back definitely a bit dodge.

Then drove into central London and back went into spasm so person I was with had to take over driving.

I can lie and stand ok - it’s when I sit that it hurts one side of my back/ buttock

😬

Taking ibuprofen/ paracetamol and rubbed Ibuleve on it before having a rest

It started last week when I bent down awkwardly to take the washing out of the tumble drier

Have booked appt with Osteopath for Friday in case it’s still no better

What else would you suggest?

My answer; Here’s some of my tips, but remember this is for a client with over 20 years pilates experience. I gave some basic breathing & tiny stretches & have a lie down

✔️ Do have a lie down, maybe just on the bed. Knees bent.

Breathe naturally

Or gently x10

(Won’t share the stretches here as it’s very personal to each person)

It’s safe for me to breathe & stretch

Bath /

Nice shower

Listen to your body

Recommend use bed rather than mat until you can tell you’re ready for floor

Ps ❌ avoid bending

❌ avoid lifting

❌ do not bend & twist

✔️ do bend your knees, keep your back straight

✔️ tummy in, be conscious of how you move

✔️ use your pelvic floor muscles for extra support

✔️ do rest

✔️ do walk & move

✔️ do shoulder circles & neck stretches

✔️ breathe!!

✔️ gentle stretches

✔️ do listen to your body

✔️ this too shall pass

✔️ Move like a robot !!

❌ Oh & don’t sit or stand like a banana 🍌

How is your back & you? Did you find any of todays tips helpful?

Ps please note always consult your Doctor or practitioner when you’re experiencing pain

Feel stronger happy & calm

Love Bev

Beverley Densham

Www.mindfulnesspilates.com