I returned to the gym last week after 3 years away (and it’s probably been 4 or 5 years since I was there to exercise due to my ongoing health roller-coaster!). It wasn’t an impulse decision to go back. I had been toying with the idea since July – but didn’t want to be indoors […]
Tag: menopause
Resting in Menopause
I have been talking about resting in the last few weeks of Wednesday emails. Another conversation I am having more than I would like is with women in perimenopause (and post-menopause) who have to take time off work because of their symptoms. They feel like they are losing their minds and unable to cope with everything. […]
Foot Mobility
Rolling out your feet is one of the best things you can do daily for your body. Want to learn more? Check out my course www.iamjenwilson.com/feet
Releasing pain and tension
Holding tension in your body? The pain might be showing up somewhere else… To help ease the pain, we need to mobilise the whole body… For your free 10 minute mobility session www.iamjenwilson.com/free
Supporting yourself through menopause
A few weeks ago now I did a talk at a holistic fayre about managing menopause. I got interested in menopause because 1. I am a woman and we are all going to go through it at some point. 2. I live with a chronic health issue that’s driven by inflammation – and most if not […]
Feeling Unbalanced?
I have been feeling scattered, unbalanced and anxious. I also have been noticing my joints have been clicking, I have fast and loose bowel movements, gas and a few other things. Ayurveda (sister science of Yoga) identifies this as a Vata imbalance. Consuming grounding foods – root veg with herbs. My dinner tonight : roast […]
What is Menopause Massage?
If you are struggling with symptoms like: hot flushes brain fog joint pain anxiety mood swings fatigue sleep disruption night sweats irregular periods vaginal dryness loss of sex drive (libido) Know that you are not alone and these symptoms may be a sign of (peri)menopause, or maybe you are post-menopausal and still experiencing symptoms. A […]
Spring into your 2nd Spring
Spring into your 2nd Spring…Take back control of your life and your health. Perimenopause, Menopause, chronic conditions…Join me 29th April4 weeks online EARLY BIRD PRICE UNTIL 20TH APRIL SAVE £30 www.iamjenwilson.com/spring #perimenopause #menopause #healthyhabits #acceptance #symptommanagement #crohnsdisease #chronicfatigue #chronicpain #crohnsandcolitis #endometriosis #jointpain #arthritis #fibromyalgia #listentoyourbody #loveyourlife #onlinecoaching
Love Your Lymph
I am passionate about finding different ways to help us move more and the most beneficial ways to help the body heal. I have had the privilege of working with a client 1:1 online doing lymphatic drainage work. It’s very simple, yet very powerful. Something that I am trying to get away from is when […]
The Healing Rebel Combo Therapies
Over the last month or so I have been sharing the benefits and information about the individual therapies I offer: Massage, Reiki, Access Bars, and Sound Healing. I am passionate about finding different ways to help us relax, rest, recharge and quiet the mind… All things that I really struggled with for a long time. […]
Holistic Fayre
I am honoured to be speaking at Source Events Holistic Fayre on Sunday 23rd April at the Alona Hotel at Strathclyde Country Park. This is Source Events’ 10th event. They will have over 35 handpicked and sourced stalls with readers, therapists and traders from all over Scotland bringing you an extensive array of holistic and natural […]
Movement Mondays – Alternative Back Stretch
I am passionate about finding different ways to help us move more and in ways that more people can join in. I was super fit and thought that because I was fit I was healthy. I was wrong! I wasn’t listening to the wisdom of my body. I was also learning from working with clients, […]
Exercise and Chronic Illness
Being diagnosed with Crohn’s was a blow to my confidence big time. I don’t want go along to a ‘regular’ fitness class mostly through fear… When I am teaching class1. We are online so you can happily k ow no one else can see you.But more importantly and this is something I ALWAYS say2. listen […]
Hot flushes? Try this simple tea to cool you down
For many women, hot flushes or flashes can be frequent and uncomfortable. Some experience them during their period, but more commonly it’s when we reach perimenopause and menopause that more women will experience them. It’s not fully understood what causes the hot flashes during (peri)menopause, but it’s thought to be connected to unpredictable and declining […]
100+ Years of Reiki
Reiki is a spiritual practice that was developed in Japan about 100 years ago by a guy named Mikao Usui. It’s all about using energy to help people feel better and more balanced in their minds, body, and spirit. Today, millions of people all over the world practice Reiki and use it for different reasons. […]
Massage, Reiki, Access Bars. Sound Healing, Springburn, North Glasgow
Welcome to I Am Jen Wilson HQ When are you coming for a treatment? I offer massage (females only). Reiki, Access Bars and Sound Healing Therapy www.iamjenwilson.com/therapies #womenover40 #thehealingrebel #holistichealing #holistichealer #energyhealing #energyhealer #glasgowhealer #glasgowhealing #massagetherapist #healingmassage #accessbars #awakenconsciousness #accessingconsciousness #accessconsciousness #reikihealing
Vegan Friendly, Fiber Fuelled Granola
Saturday Kitchen Hello, A very long time ago, on a Saturday, I used to share a favourite recipe or something I had made that week… It was a very popular email… but then I stopped doing it… If it’s of interest I will restart it. My focus on food is how to improve my gut […]
Pilates for Beginners – Stronger Squats
Use a ball or cushion between the thighs. Stay tall through your spine, keep chin and ribs tucked in. Start small with the movement, gradually building up. For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Pilates for Beginners – Standing Leg & Hip Strength
Use a block, step or thick book to stand on. Flex at your ankle, and move the leg forwards as high as you can control, the out to the side keeping your hips level. For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Pilates for Beginners – Alternative Back Stretch
Alternative Back Stretch, safe if you have osteoporosis or a bulging disk – BUT always listen to your body. For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand