Words from Those
Who've Transformed

I had been suffering with knee problems for nearly 40 years after a netball injury. Despite several non-invasive treatments such as acupuncture, regular leg massages and wearing custom made orthotic insoles, the problem still progressed.

After several X-rays and MRI scans, it was confirmed in January 2026 that I had a few loose particles in my knee joint and an arthroscopy keyhole operation was the recommended procedure to remove them. I continued going to the gym and took part in all my regular sessions — yoga, pilates, hula hooping and aqua fit.

Whilst at the gym I spoke to Callie, a personal trainer, about my upcoming knee operation. She suggested I have a kinesiology session with her before the operation. I had never heard of this treatment before and was very curious.

The session ultimately involved identifying areas of my body that required attention, healing and alignment. To my astonishment, the treatment identified my right knee joint wanting attention.

Callie and I worked on an affirmation to support my healing — it was necessary for me to release trauma and fear and walk strong and confidently. I repeated this affirmation several times and continued saying it throughout the days leading up to my operation. Every time I said the affirmation, my knee would feel less discomfort.

Even just before going into the operating theatre I was still repeating the affirmation silently in my mind. I had the surgery and shocked everyone — including the surgeon — when more than 14 pieces of bone fragments were removed from my right knee joint.

I truly believe that the kinesiology treatment enabled everything to be achieved and for my knee to be fully healed. I am now 3 weeks post-operation and I am walking stronger and confidently.

I will be booking a follow-up treatment to fully conclude my healing and ensure that at least once a year I implement this treatment into my life as a way of maintaining my wellbeing, grounding and healing journey.

Two years ago, I walked into the gym feeling completely daunted. I honestly didn't know if the gym was somewhere I belonged, and I certainly didn't know whether I would be able to achieve the goals I had set for myself.

Then I met Callie.

I've attended PT, Pilates and Aqua classes with Callie, and from the very beginning, she changed my whole experience. At that time, I was a plus-size woman wearing a size 28, and walking into a gym filled me with so many emotions. I felt intimidated, self-conscious and unsure of myself. I wondered whether I would fit in and whether I was capable of making a change.

But Callie made the sessions fun, interactive and enjoyable. And for me, that was the key. The gym can be an intimidating place, but Callie created an environment where I could laugh, challenge myself, ask questions and, most importantly, enjoy the journey.

With her support and encouragement, I've managed to lose four stone, and I'm still continuing on my journey and working towards my goals.

Then came Pilates… Honestly, I never thought I would be able to do some of the positions and movements that I can do now! But Callie's patience, encouragement and the time she gives you have helped me achieve things I genuinely didn't think were possible for me.

And then there's Aqua! Callie's aqua classes are honestly so much fun! There has been so much belly laughter during those sessions, even when we're working hard and questioning why we decided to put ourselves through it! Aqua can be challenging — you definitely know you've had a workout — but it is also incredibly rewarding. Callie has a way of making you work hard without it ever feeling like a chore.

What I really appreciate about Callie is that she doesn't just rush you through a session. She takes the time to work with you one-to-one, explains things thoroughly and makes sure you understand what you're doing. She notices the little improvements and encourages you to keep pushing yourself.

Looking back, I realise that Callie has given me so much more than PT, Pilates and Aqua sessions. She has helped me build confidence. She has helped me challenge myself. She has helped me achieve goals I once thought were out of reach. And she has taught me that the journey doesn't have to be miserable to be successful.

You can work hard, challenge yourself, achieve your goals… and still have fun along the way.

Callie, thank you for believing in me, encouraging me and making every session something I genuinely look forward to. I'm incredibly proud of how far I've come, but I know I'm not finished yet. Here's to the next chapter, the next challenge and hopefully many more laughs, pool sessions, Pilates positions and PT achievements along the way. Thank you, Callie, for making me believe that I could.