Michelle Owen - Postural Specialist

Over the past 20 years I have lived with neck, upper back and shoulder pain. At its worst my headaches were every 2-3 weeks lasting 2-3 days. My back would “lock” up and the headache would kick in a like tooth ache, not bad enough to stop me, but bad enough to reduce my enjoyment of life and restrict what I did.I approached this problem like any intelligent medically trained person would, first I went to my GP, who referred me to an acupuncturist, then started the rest, Osteopathy, Chiropractor, Massage therapy, Pilates, Yoga, Physio, Chi Gong, one on one rehab training (physio and PT at gym). I consulted a spinal surgeon and musculoskeletal specialist surely all this pain must mean something?!?Lucky for me, my desire to get moving and “fit “drove me to Michelle. I was really keen to join my gym classes or a dance class, as I enjoy music and movement, but when I tried to do this, invariably my back would lock up. I knew from the initial postural assessment that her approach was completely different. Her explanation to me of my posture and subsequent problems gave me a full understanding why all the work I had done in the past was never going to correct my underlying posture imbalances.I commenced in March with PostureFit and have followed advice from Michelle by combining exercise, myofascial stretching and strengthening specific to my postural challenges. The biggest change for me is strengthening of my back, positioning of my neck, and of course lessening of my headaches, not to mention toning of my body and flattening of my stomach.I am on the road to fitness and freedom of pain and I now have the confidence to use my body. I have taken up dance classes and can to get into the garden all without a lock down. Michelle is highly skilled, very professional and passionate, she takes you on a journey that is specific to your body. The rewards are amazing and life changing.

For years I excepted that neck pain, headaches and shoulder tension were 'just the way I was' and nothing was going to change, the gym and Pilates didn't help my weak postural system and physio, acupuncture, massage etc gave some relief but only temporarily. I knew my posture wasn't great and the strain of trying to hold what I thought was correct posture just created more tension and pain.I was so sick of it, there had to be a escape from this.Michelle and what she teaches is it! It is not a quick magical cure, there isn't one, but a journey of understanding what correct body position is and working hard and consistently to get it there, strengthen your body whilst maintaining correct posture, not hurting yourself and release tension in your body.Through specific myofascial stretching for my muscle imbalances and Michelle's excellent teaching I have improved my posture, have considerably less neck pain and the shoulder tension - gone, yippee, such a release! Escape is possible, do this for yourself and a pain free strong active body.

A revolution, a powerful word, but is exactly how I would describe the work Michelle does. I am 51 years old and after 10 + years of hip pain and surgeons wanting to operate I am now completely pain free across my whole body. The more deeply I understand the different tissue layers of the body the more sense it makes. Michelle also has a great holistic view on general health as well. For long term injuries, pain and postural issues there is only one answer ! For us long term clients of Posture Fit we often share a smug look - we 'know' . I cannot recommend highly enough.

Michelle Owen is an absolute wealth of knowledge around Posture and performance. She has helped me with all sorts of injuries, right through from torn rotator cuffs to lower back problems (as a result of sport and my desk job)She is my go-to whenever I have pain and not only treats the pain, but helps me address the problem - usually by correcting my posture.I can't speak highly enough of Michelle.

Going tosee Michelle for private lessons and group classes has been THE most effective treatment for my pain, immobility and physical dysfunction. I am now in my 50's and stronger and fitter than I have ever been. I see people everywhere moving around, uncomfortable in their pain and restriction and I want to run up and tell them to go to see Michelle. If you are considering surgery please see Michelle first, there may be another (better) way.

Michelle is a wonderful trainer. Extremely knowledgeable but encourages you to work to your own limits. She has a unique understanding of the body and I have learned so much. I would go every day if I could!

Michelle is amazing! Great knowledge on how the body works. Her approach is logentivity...we all want to grow older and be able to carry the shop bags ;)Michelle, Thanks for challenging me and push me a bit further every time. I love to see how my body is getting stronger, flexible and moving with ease. I'm very grateful for your wonderful work!

Year 2020 has given me the opportunity to work on my posture. Michelle Owen’s program has been extraordinary. I began working with her in February and had some personal sessions before continuing training online during lockdown and when I was out of town.I have always exercised and continue to mountain-bike, ski and swim.I’ve noticed that training with Michelle has beneficially changed my body and my enjoyment in all those sportsI have some sports injuries which have also massively improved since working with Michelle.It is a serious investment in time and money and in my experience it has been overwhelmingly worth it

Michelle has really helped me to get my chronic back pain under control so I can still get out and do the activities I love: mtb, skiing, tramping. The medical alternative was spinal disc fusion and I didn't fancy that. I highly recommend booking in for an assessment with Michelle or Nish, and get active again.