Pelvicpreneur Podcast

Have you ever considered taking an extended period of time off from your life and business to focus your energies elsewhere? Does taking a sabbatical seem like a pipedream to you…?! Well, this is exactly what Claire Mockridge, host of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast is doing, and she's here to talk you through the prep that's required; why the decision to take extended leave really was quite easy; and if you have a question about this topic, it's sure to be answered in this episode. Pop your earbuds in, your barefoot shoes on and take Claire on a walk and enjoy! Note: The Pelvicpreneur Podcast is now taking a break with Season 5 recommencing sometime in 2023 Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/  

When it comes to creating content for your fitness business, it's very easy to assume that the key to success is to post content consistently across all of your platforms. However, maintaining this level of consistency can be extremely time-consuming and draining on your energy levels, right? It's hard enough holding down a busy class and client schedule, and adding in the additional workload of creating 5 posts a week for Instagram, writing your client newsletter every week, and uploading a video to YouTube in that same 7 day stretch – it's enough to make you reach breaking point, isn't it? In this week's episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast, Claire is introducing you to a new approach to content marketing that's called “posting with intention”. Claire walks you through what content changes she's made in her business when it comes to posting on Instagram, creating podcasts and scheduling in newsletter content, and the findings may actually surprise you, so pop your earbuds in, grab a notepad and pen, and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

As a FitPro, you spend a LOT of time planning amazing exercise sessions for your own clients, but have you given much thought to what working out for you, means to YOU? Do you ever find yourself working out, then later realise that you're just doing the same types of exercises each and every session, and not really progressing? Do you have “FitPro exercise goals” of your own that you want to achieve, but something else always gets in the way of you getting closer to them? Whilst it's definitely difficult to fit personal workouts in in between classes and PT clients (we lead busy lives!), but special guest on the Pelvicpreneur Podcast this week is Janey Sattentau, and she's here to chat about the importance of exercising and making time to do so, as a FitPro. Janey's a great role model for fellow FitPros to look up to; she shares her reasons why working out takes priority for her; and she has tips galore about how to make YOUR exercise sessions fun and challenging for both the brain and the body. Pop your earbuds in, get a dose of inspiring motivation here today, and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Enrol on Janey Sattentau's Bells and Flow program – www.clairemockridge.com/bellsandflow Follow Janey Sattentau on Instagram – www.instagram.com/active.calm Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Kegels have been around since Dr Arnold Kegel invented them in 1948, and it's fair to say that we've definitely moved mountains of change in the pelvic floor industry in the last decade or so, but Kegels are still being prescribed as the "go-to" exercise in a lot of cases. You may be aware that there are a few issues associated with the Kegel, particularly if clients have been doing them regularly, but not getting any results. And, you may also know that a lot of clients aren't necessarily performing their Kegels with 100% accuracy if verbal cues alone are used. But, were you aware that there are more than 9 reasons why Kegels are a problem?! Well, in this week's episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast, resident pelvic floor expert, Claire Mockridge is here to share ALL of the PROBLEMS she's encountered with clients doing Kegels over the years, so strap yourself in, grab a cup of your favourite non-bladder irritating beverage, and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode 84: 10 Lifestyle Factors That Attribute To Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Episode 102: 7 Tips To Get Your Clients To Do Their Homework Episode 106: 4 Strategies To Try When Your Pelvic Floor Clients' Symptoms Aren't Changing Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

When it comes to teaching movement and exercise to clients, there are lots and lots of ways that you can do this as a Fitness Professional. The vegan-friendly way of saying this is “There's more than one way to peel an orange”! Now, depending on how you entered the fitness industry, and/or who trained you, you may have been encouraged to cue exercises to clients following a step-by-step, cue-by-cue approach. Over the years, perhaps you've been influenced by lots of educators out there, and you may have even developed your own strong opinions about HOW movement teachers should be cueing exercise. In this week's episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast, allow Claire to take you on a trip down memory lane where she shares: a taster of her own teaching style with you; WHY everyone who teaches movement teaches it differently, and why it's necessary for you to develop your own teaching style (which sets you apart from your competitors). Pop your earbuds in, take a listen to this insightful episode, and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

When it comes to money, whether it's spending it, investing it, saving it or borrowing it – there's emotion attached to it at every step of the way. Are you someone who's good at saving money, but reluctant to spend it on yourself? Do you head straight to the sales rack when you walk into a clothing store, or are you happy to try on clothes without looking at the price tag first? Are you living in fear right now, and telling yourself that people aren't going to put their health first because of the rise of the energy costs? Well, in this brand new episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast, Claire talks you through how you can identify when you have a money block, by sharing some of the common money mindset issues that she's observed other FitPros (and friends). PLUS, Claire is getting deep and personal and sharing plenty of her own money blocks for you to relate to, how she's overcome them, AND tips especially for you on how you too can create new money stories to release your full potential. Fill up your hot mug with your favourite beverage, take Claire on a walk and enjoy! For more info on The Momentum Mastermind: Email – info@clairemockridge.com DM Claire on Instagram @ClaireMockridge Check out Claire's fresh new BLOG – www.clairemockridge.com/blog Enrol on the Diastasis Detective Teacher Training course - www.clairemockridge.com/diastasis Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter    

Imagine for a moment that you were starting your business from scratch, all over again.  No Instagram followers, no Facebook page, no email subscribers, no content, and no products.  In this week's podcast episode, allow Claire to shine a light on what she would do differently to build up the Teacher Training side of her business again, from humble beginnings, 10 years ago.  It's true that running a business is a bit of a lottery, and there's ups, there's downs, there's highs and there's lows, but what would YOU change if you had your time again? Tune into this week's episode to find out Claire's perspective, and these episode highlights: 1) what strategies Claire used to build her business the first-time round, 2) what marketing tactics she'd never do ever again, and 3) all of the things Claire would do differently to build an audience if she had her time again.  Pop your barefoot shoes on, take Claire on a walk and tune into this insightful episode this week on the Pelvicpreneur Podcast.  Enjoy! Note: The Pelvicpreneur Podcast is now taking a break, and the usual weekly schedule will recommence from Thursday 6th October 2022 Check out Claire's fresh new BLOG here – www.clairemockridge.com/blog Enrol on the Diastasis Detective Teacher Training course - www.clairemockridge.com/diastasis Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode 79: How To Make £1,500 From Your Next Pelvic Floor Exercise Class Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

It's September! And, often it's one of those months in the calendar where FitPros and pelvic floor health specialists launch a new class, or really want to promote a niche service to their 1:1 clients. In the Northern Hemisphere, children will be going back to school, and in the Southern Hemisphere, you and your clients are coming out of hibernation. There's a fresh energy in the air, you're pumped to reconnect with old clients, and you're really looking forward to helping new customers with the magic of the work that you do. But, the one thing that's playing on your mind is marketing. You really want to fill ALL of the spots on ALL of your classes, and you really want to have a nice full 1:1 schedule, but you're not sure that's possible. Well, if you need some help here today, you will NOT be disappointed with this week's episode. In it, Claire shares 5 tactics for you to implement to fill those last minute spots in your classes AND attract some fresh, new clients into your PT practice too. Pop your earbuds in, hit play, pick and choose the tips that apply to you, and enjoy! And please do report back to let Claire know which strategies worked best for you! Check out Claire's Diastasis Detective Teacher Training course - www.clairemockridge.com/diastasis Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode 112: How to get your clients to OPEN your newsletters Episode 103: Cancel, continue or compromise? Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Ever wondered if conditions like prolapse, stress and urge incontinence, pelvic girdle pain, birth trauma and/or abdominal separation could be prevented? It's an interesting question (and a long list of conditions!) to ponder, isn't it? It's true that a lot of the work we do as FitPros is in a rehabilitation setting: we assess, we treat and we get people out of pain, but what if some of the conditions that are so prevalent in the postnatal population nowadays, could actually be addressed when working with our pregnant clients? Would you like to be a part of a new wave of pre-hab versus re-hab expert?  If so, tune into this insightful episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast, where Claire shares her thoughts on the topic of prevention versus cure. Pop your earbuds in, take a walk and enjoy! Check out Claire's Diastasis Detective Teacher Training course - www.clairemockridge.com/diastasis Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode 123: Should Sit Ups Be Avoided Entirely For Postnatal Clients? Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service- www.clairemockridge.com/captions Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

When it comes to working with diastasis recti clients, the whole "Should they do sit ups, or should they avoid them altogether?" debate gets swirled around in postnatal exercise circles quite often, doesn't it? It's truly annoying for us as FitPros that the 2 most common exercises that the majority of the human population on the planet know about are: 1) the plank and 2) sit ups, and as postnatal exercise specialists, we have our work cut out for us about educating our clients on safe movements to perform whilst they're in a rehab setting. If you want to know if sit ups should be avoided entirely for postpartum clients, then tune into this week's episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast to find out. In this segment, Claire helps arm you with all the information you need to be able to answer the questions "Can I do sit ups?" or "So and so told me to avoid sit ups, is that right?" the next time a postpartum person asks you these. Are you ready to have your eyes and ears opened? If so, pop your earbuds in now and enjoy! Check out Claire's Diastasis Detective Teacher Training course - www.clairemockridge.com/diastasis Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

When it comes to seeing 1:1 clients virtually and/or teaching classes online, it can be really draining on your energy, can't it? If you've ever felt the need to decompress or literally lie down in a darkened room after a Zoom call, please know that you're not alone. Teaching anything online (regardless of the subject matter) requires a different skills set to seeing clients in-person. When it comes to teaching exercise online though - well, there's dead air time to fill in between reps, the constant movement you have to do back and forth between demonstrating an exercise and checking your screen to make sure your participants' technique is ok, and we can't NOT mention the constant lag or delay that happens every single time you're trying to have a conversation! In this week's episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast, Claire is here to share her experience of protecting her own physical and mental energy when showing up live; what Zoom calls she's tweaked so her clients get the best out of her every single time; and a whole host of useful tips on how you too can do the same. Pop your earbuds in now and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode 103: Cancel, Continue or Compromise? Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Most FitPros use some form of content marketing to attract clients into their business. And, if you've been doing what you do for a number of years now, you've probably produced and published LOTS of content, right? But, have you ever wondered about whether something you posted on Facebook or Instagram 5 years ago should still be there on public view? Have you ever considered the implications of a prospective client finding a blog post that you wrote over a decade ago that's now full of misinformation because your industry has moved on, new research has been published, and/or you've updated your qualifications since then? In this anecdotal style episode, Claire is here to give you a timeline tour of all of the social media platforms and content marketing strategies she's used since 2005, as well as what content she's removed from public view and why she's done so. After listening in to this episode, you'll learn exactly what the best practices are for you to follow if you have old content still swimming around. Pop your headphones on, talk a walk, and tune in now! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Check out Claire's 25 Done For You Captions service - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

There are times as a FitPro, when we struggle to motivate ourselves to do those all-important tasks that will drive our business forwards. Teaching and interacting with clients daily means you often have a constant smile on your face, and that's an energy drain in itself, isn't it? If you've ever felt like taking a nanna nap during the day because you just can't bring yourself to face your To Do List for the afternoon, please know that that's ok, and oftentimes feeling this way happens for a deeper reason. In this week's thought-provoking episode, hear Claire explain WHY we sometimes experience a dip in motivation, and discover the 4 actionable questions to ask yourself to be aware of the signs in the future. Episode 120 may be one of these episodes that you listen to once now to get yourself fired up to take action, but it may also be worth adding this segment to your "downloads" in your podcast app, to return to at a later date when you really need that motivational voice in your ear. Pop your headphones on, grab a pen and paper, and tune in now! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

When it comes to advising clients with prolapse about the do's and don'ts of exercise, for the FitPro, it can sometimes feel a bit awkward, can't it? Maybe someone somewhere has said to one of your POP clients "Don't lift your toddler", or "Using hand weights is an absolute no-no", or "Squats are best avoided" etc, and this advice sometimes makes you scratch your head, and even worse - it makes you question yourself as a pelvic floor specialist too, doesn't it? In this episode, Claire is sharing some past prolapse client case studies where these scenarios happened to her, and what strategies she applied to overcome them. Note: don't miss the best part of the episode, right at the end, where Claire delivers a statement that clarifies EXACTLY which exercises, activities, movements and/or sports your prolapse clients should avoid, so grab your earbuds, tune in now and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode #24: When Is The Perfect Time To Teach The Squat To Pelvic Floor Clients? Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Creating content for your clients is an integral part of marketing, but it doesn't have to be a drain on your time. Regardless of where you publish your content eg Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, blog, podcast, client newsletter, the tips in this week's episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast will help you create content with ease. Episode highlights: how to beat Writer's Block by getting your audience to help you come up with ideas, how to create content that plays to your strengths so it's less of a chore, and how to make content creation simpler so it's easy, fun and gets the job done. If you need help saving time when creating content, this episode is one not to miss, so grab a pen and paper, pop your earbuds in and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode #95: 10 Ways To Repurpose Your Content Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - www.clairemockridge.com/mentoring Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Can you believe that it's June already? How time flies when you're having fun, huh? This week's solo episode from Claire contains a personal and professional update on what the first 6 months of 2022 have entailed for her. Hear actionable tips about slowing down in your business, working on your money mindset, pushing through procrastination and perfectionism, and learn how to factor in more self-care for your mind and body, because burnout is real, and it's definitely best avoided. It's not a traditional thing to do for a podcaster to open up the mic and let her audience in behind the scenes, but Claire's not here to follow the crowd, but rather set her own trends, which is definitely something you can learn from. Strap yourself in, pop your barefoot shoes on, and take yourself off into nature for this episode. Enjoy! Note: The Pelvicpreneur Podcast is now taking a break, and the usual weekly schedule will recommence from Thursday 14th July 2022 Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - www.clairemockridge.com/mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

FACT: No one in business ever enjoys raising their prices, and adding even £1 to your clients' course fees/monthly payments can feel like the most agonising experience ever. Aside from more money, there are many benefits to increasing your rates and Claire is here on hand this week to highlight them all to you. If you haven't put your prices up for 5+ years, this is a must-listen episode, because effectively you've given yourself a nice pay cut there for half a decade. Did you realise that? Costs go up in your business, not down, and whilst it's common to assume that clients are only paying for an hour class, or an hour Personal Training session with you, all of the work you do behind-the-scenes needs to be factored in too. Ready to tune in to have your eyes and ears open to ALL of the benefits to raising your rates? Pop your ear buds in now and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode 73: 4 Things That Outsourcing Teaches You Episode 18: 12 Mistakes To Avoid In Your Fitness Business (From Someone Who's Been There + Done It!) Episode 33: Outsourcing Tasks + Employing Staff Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - www.clairemockridge.com/mentoring Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Are you embracing the full-body approach to pelvic floor dysfunction, but unsure if you should advise clients to STOP doing the Kegels if a Women's Health Physio or Physical Therapist has prescribed them? Have you ever wondered what would happen if clients STOPPED doing Kegels and find yourself torn to know what the best advice is? Do you want an action-plan and a list questions to ask yourself to determine if Kegels are or aren't appropriate long-term for clients with stress incontinence? Well, tune into this week's episode where Claire answers the "To Kegel Or Not To Kegel" conundrum for you. Pop your barefoot shoes on and get out in nature for the ultimate experience, and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - www.clairemockridge.com/mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Everyone has a back story that has shaped their current reality, and every single one of us has a "why" for doing what it is we do right now, right? Claire's change in direction, and entry into the fitness industry was not straightforward. But, if you'd like to hear Claire's full account of how she entered the fitness space, and what motivated her to actually do so - you're in for a treat today on the Pelvicpreneur Podcast as Claire takes you behind-the-scenes. As with anyone changing their career path, there were definitely ups and downs to Claire's journey that's shaped where she is today, and many of these I'm sure you'll resonate with. Pop your earbuds in now and enjoy this anecdotal account which you're certain to find entertaining and uplifting. 25 Done For You Captions (For FitPros Who Work With Pre + Postnatal Clients) - www.clairemockridge.com/captions Repurpose Your Existing Content Masterclass - send an email to info@clairemockridge.com for access Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode 2 - My Foot Pain Story Episode 52 - My Depression Story Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - www.clairemockridge.com/mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Some FitPros avoid working with the pregnant and postnatal client for various reasons, and if you've ever wanted to hear what instructing this specialist population is actually like - you are in for an absolute treat in this week's anecdote-style Pelvicpreneur Podcast episode. Claire has extensive experience teaching group exercise to this client population (15 years and counting!), and she's here to share some of her favourite client stories with you, as well as let you know all about ALL of the hats that you're required to wear as an instructor, when you're working with pregnant and postnatal women. There are ups and there are downs. There are highs and there are lows. Press "play" on this episode now if you'd like a backstage pass into what life's really like teaching pregnant and postnatal women, from someone who's been there and done it (and proudly wearing said t-shirt). Pop your earbuds in now and enjoy! 25 Done For You Captions (For FitPros Who Work With Pre + Postnatal Clients) - www.clairemockridge.com/captions How To Repurpose Your Existing Content Masterclass - send an email to info@clairemockridge.com Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - www.clairemockridge.com/mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Sending weekly newsletters to your clients is a really effective way of building rapport, educating your customers, and ultimately - making you money and sales. But, if you've checked your open rates recently, and your figures are dwindling in a downwards direction, this podcast episode is going to provide some answers for you! There are lots of tips and tricks that you can apply to get more of your clients to open your weekly emails. And, if you genuinely put your heart and soul into each educational newsletter that you write right now, wouldn't it be nice to learn how to increase your chances of getting MORE of your list subscribers to actually READ them too? In this action-packed, tip-heavy episode, you'll hear Claire guide you through 8 tactics that you can apply to your current newsletter set up, to help you improve your chances of your emails being opened, and more importantly read too. Pop your earbuds in and enjoy! 25 Done For You Captions (For FitPros Who Work With Pre + Postnatal Clients) - www.clairemockridge.com/captions How To Repurpose Your Existing Content Masterclass - send an email to info@clairemockridge.com Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - www.clairemockridge.com/mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

It's true that there's life beyond the Shoulder Bridge and the Kegel when it comes to prescribing exercises to clients with pelvic floor dysfunction, but do you know the real reasons why standing exercises are so incredibly beneficial for our pelvic floor patients? Whilst it's a delicious experience to lay our postnatal clients on their backs post-pregnancy, it's not always practical to do this (particularly once you throw a baby/toddler and/or a four-legged friend into the mix!), and if workout space is an issue for you or your client, you need to put your thinking cap on for sure, don't you? In this episode, Claire is highlighting a recent client case study where she relieved a client (22 years post-birth!), of her stress and urge incontinence symptoms by prescribing standing exercises only. If you'd like to be a fly-on-the-wall in Claire's clinic room as she spells out this clients' exercise history and pelvic floor symptoms, as well as a list of the standing exercises she set this client for homework, grab a notebook and pen, pop your earbuds in and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program here - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode 109 - Can We Really Solve Pelvic Floor Issues In A Group Class? Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Find out more about Claire's 1:1 Business Mentoring services - www.clairemockridge.com/mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Do you often start your day feeling overwhelmed with all of the tasks that need doing?  Have you tried to do lists, fancy planners and online task management tools, but somehow none of these seem to stick long-term?  Some people are brilliant multi-taskers, but not everyone is, and if you have lots of projects on the go at one time, it's hard to know what task should take priority for the day, isn't it?  In this week's action-packed episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast, you're in for a treat as Claire shares how she stays focussed, how she prioritises which tasks need to get done for the day, and why "work" doesn't always have to feel like a chore.  Episode highlights: 1) why to do lists and planners work for some people but not for others, 2) how to prioritise effectively so you're actioning the most important tasks first, and 3) how to keep track of multiple projects at the same time and move your business forward.  Gain clarity in this episode, and hear Claire guide you through this topic that comes really naturally to her. Pop your ear buds in and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program here - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Find out more about Claire's 1:1 Business Mentoring services - www.clairemockridge.com/mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Do you teach pelvic floor clients in group classes and find it frustrating when class participants don't get the same amazing results that your 1:1 clients do? It's true that the cost is less expensive than if clients were to pay you for personal training, but can you provide the same level of service, and the same results for class clients as you can for your PT ones? It's an interesting question to ponder, isn't it? If you'd like to know the answer, you're in for a treat this week as Claire shares her insights and viewpoints on this very issue. Gain clarity in this episode, and hear Claire guide you through this really interesting topic. Pop your ear buds in and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Are you wanting to do more collaborative work with other experts in your field? Have you seen colleagues of yours guest speaking inside online programs and want to do something similar yourself? Would you like to pursue the idea of creating a program or service with an aligned professional where you do a 50/50 commission split? If yes, then, you're in for a treat today because this week's Pelvicpreneur Podcast episode is all about collaborating with others, landing joint venture work and guest speaking inside other people's programs. Episode highlights include: 1) the pros and cons of collaborating with other experts, 2) whether guest speaking should be a paid or free gig, and 3) 3 very different real-life joint venture examples for you to learn from. Gain clarity in this episode, and hear Claire guide you through this really interesting topic. Pop your ear buds in and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Social media content is all about balance. Sure, it's important to educate your followers about safe and effective exercise, and to inform them about how your approach can help them, and how it differs to other approaches etc, but have you ever thought about what impression you're giving prospective clients via your social media content? Do you only post work-related stuff on your business Instagram or Facebook page, for example? Do you ever let clients in and peel back the curtain for a peek of what interests you outside work, or what you do when you're "off the clock"? Are you scared to share anything messy, negative, or a personal story from your life because people will judge or think less of you? Here's the thing: people buy from people, so if all you're sharing on social media is educational, "how-to" content 100% of the time, what impression do prospective clients have of you? Tune into this week's episode to hear some actionable tips on how you can create more of a connection with your audience, gain new followers, and also get more interaction with your content too. Pop your ear buds in now and enjoy! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Stay connected and sign up to the mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Have you ever worked with a pelvic floor client whose symptoms just somehow strangely plateaued, and you really can't put your finger on why? As pelvic floor experts, we desperately want ALL of our clients to get results with our work, and it's quite natural for us to feel kind of responsible when SOME of clients don't really get a positive experience. Please know that you're not alone here, and this week on the podcast Claire is on hand to walk you through some of her more tricky pelvic floor client cases from the vault, and what 4 protocols/strategies she used to ensure clients kept moving in the right direction. Tune in for this actionable episode from the Pelvicpreneur Podcast archives for you, the pelvic floor specialist! Claire will be back with new episodes on 21 April! Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Links and resources: Episode 54 - The Foot + Pelvic Floor Connection Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my mailing list here - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

It's been a while since we've had a guest on the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and this week, we have not 1 but 5 experts here, to share their stories about how finding the full-body approach has helped them personally, their clients, AND their business. Gone are the days when a client comes to us with shoulder pain and we "spot-reduce" their problem by only focussing on the shoulder site itself - the same rule applies to pelvic floor health.  We need to look further up the chain for what's causing that downwards pressure onto the pelvic floor, and assess what's hanging below the pelvis too, to help improve gait cycle, foot mechanics and glute strength. Not every expert featured in this episode specialises in pelvic floor rehab, so tune in to hear each of them explain how they came to discover how everything in the body is connected, and what types of clients they're been able to treat, as a result. Pop your earbuds in, take us on a walk, and enjoy! Doors are now open to Your Pelvic Matters! Enrol now at the discounted price - https://clairemockridge.com/enrol Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Links and resources: Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business" library - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Do you enjoy the variety that your current fitness business offers you? Have you been told that you need a niche client group to work with, but the thought of teaching the same things to the same people over and over again really fills you with dread? Were you aware that niching down can actually offer you flexibility and freedom? Choosing a niche can feel really scary for some people, and actually limitless for others, and that's what makes us all unique as business owners, isn't it? There are many things to consider if you do decide to niche down in your business, but one thing's for sure: the topic of niching is one that Claire has a lot of experience with herself, and this week on the Pelvicpreneur Podcast, she is here to help you clarify if you need a niche or not. Episode highlights: 1) 3 clear ways you can niche down should you decide to, 2) why you need to consider whether you need a niche at all, and 3) when it's appropriate to have a niche, and when it's not. Tune into this must-listen episode now, and enjoy! Note: The Pelvicpreneur Podcast is now taking a break, and the usual weekly schedule will recommence from Thursday 31st March 2022 Find out more about Claire's NEW program -http://www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer! -https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Sign up to the waiting list for Your Pelvic Matters -https://clairemockridge.com/viplist Links and resources: Episode 3: How Gaining Expert Status Is Linked To Narrowing Down Your Niche Access Claire's private podcast "Boundaries For Business"  - http://www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - http://www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter    

Over the past 2 years, as we've endured this pandemic, a lot of FitPros have continued showing up for their clients on a regular basis, pushing through as much as possible, and in some cases, not taking any leave and almost reaching burnout.  Did you find yourself running a class with low numbers and then later on you really regretted that decision? Did you log into a Zoom group support call for your online course participants only to be met with a blank screen where none of your clients showed up live, and it made you feel pretty crappy?  Are you really scared to let your clients down at times, and feel like you'd be seen as a failure if you had to cancel a session unexpectedly?  Well, in this week's podcast episode, Claire is giving you 3 clear strategies for dealing with those low-performing classes, and empty Zoom support calls.  If you want to learn how to avoid the "What if no one shows up?!" scenario in the future, this episode is for you, so pop your ear buds in, take a walk outside, and enjoy! Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Sign up to the waiting list for Your Pelvic Matters - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist Links and resources: Check out Boundaries For Business - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Have you ever worked with a pelvic floor 1:1 client who hasn't done their homework?  Do you find it frustrating when you spend all of this time and energy putting these carefully thought out exercise plans together, only for for your 1:1 clients not to adhere to your advice, and seemingly throw all of that hard work back in your face?  It definitely tests the professional relationship, and if you're in need of help on this issue, Claire is here to the rescue on the Pelvicpreneur Podcast this week which a bumper episode listing 8 tips for getting pelvic floor clients to do their homework.  Claire informs you that not all "excuses" are actually the clients fault, so if you're wanting to improve the service that you provide and give your pelvic floor clients the best chance of improving their pelvic floor symptoms, pop your ear buds in, hit play and enjoy this action-packed episode now! Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Sign up to the waiting list for Your Pelvic Matters - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist Links and resources: Episode 65: When To Tell Pelvic Floor Clients To Stop Doing Their Kegels Episode 82: Celebrating 7 Years Without The Kegel Check out Boundaries For Business - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Have you ever worked with a personal training client who wasn't a good fit for you, but you felt obliged to continue training with them even though your relationship felt strained?  Do some of your personal training clients do their homework diligently in between appointments, but other clients don't and it makes you feel under-appreciated and under-valued for the expert that you are?  Is there a client who's been with you for years and is paying you less than your other clients simply because you can't bring yourself to ask them to pay you more through fear of rejection?  If so, this week's episode of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast is going to be a right treat for you!  In this episode Claire highlights not 1, but 3 personal training clients from her past that she'd gladly never ever work with ever again.  She lists the reasons why these clients weren't a great fit for her, as well as strategies that you can take to avoid these mistakes happening in your business in the future.  Pop your earbuds in now, nod along with the anecdotes and action points, and enjoy! Find out more about Claire's NEW program - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Find out more about Your Pelvic Matters - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist Links and resources: Find out more about Claire's NEW program - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Send me an email - info@clairemockridge.com Add your name to my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit  

What an achievement! The Pelvicpreneur Podcast is now in its third season and has now reached triple figures! Claire is here this week celebrating the magic ton, with 25 lessons learned from recording, editing and producing 100 podcast episodes. If you weren't aware, HALF of all podcasts don't make it past 14 episodes, so join Claire in this celebratory-style segment, where she shares all the good, the bad and the ugly moments that have brought her to this point. Pop your ear buds in, press play and raise a glass to Claire's achievements. Enjoy! Find out more about Claire's NEW program - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Find out more about Your Pelvic Matters - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist Links and resources: Find out more about Claire's NEW program - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit  

Things have been busy behind-the-scenes at the Pelvicpreneur Podcast the last few months, and this week, Claire is ready to announce her NEW program to the world! Are you excited to hear more?! Background: Claire first had the idea for this course for fitness professionals, way back in July 2021 and she's been adding concepts and content to it whilst out on walks, "talk-to-text" style, via the Notes app on her phone.  Once she'd mapped out 18 modules and had racked up 8,713 words, she then realised she kind knew what she was talking about here! This NEW course isn't anything to do with feet, pelvic floor, abdominal separation, pregnancy or postnatal exercise. It isn't related to marketing or social media either, but it IS a little bit business-related. Why choose the podcast for this announcement?  Well, if you like stories, there's plenty of them in this new course, and in fact stories make up pretty much the entire premise of this new offering, and this is why Claire's chosen audio-only format for the content's delivery AND her podcast to make this announcement. Intrigued? Well, pop your earbuds in, and press play on this week's episode.  Enjoy! Find out more about Claire's NEW program - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Find out more about Your Pelvic Matters - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist Links and resources: Find out more about Claire's NEW program - www.clairemockridge.com/boundaries Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter Check out the Profit, Pricing + Productivity course - www.clairemockridge.com/profit  

Ever had a pelvic organ prolapse (POP) client ask you if she should wear her pessary during their 1:1 rehab appointments or pelvic floor exercise classes with you?  Pessaries aren't something all FitPros are particularly versed in, but they can be extremely useful for clients who have POP.  Did you know that pessaries come in very different shapes and sizes, and are designed for different uses too?  Want to learn more about pessaries from the prolapse queen herself, Claire Mockridge?  Well, strap yourself in, pop your earbuds in and enjoy.  In this episode Claire highlights: 1) the different types of pessaries available and their specific uses, 2) a clear explanation of the varying grades of pelvic organ prolapse, and 3) what clients should do if they're unsure whether to wear their pessary when exercising with you. Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Find out more about Your Pelvic Matters here - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist Links and resources: Gaynor Morgan - @pelvicangel - https://www.instagram.com/pelvicangel/ Episode 53: Gaynor Morgan - Pessaries + The Pelvic Floor Episode 84: Lifestyle Factors That Attribute To Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my my mailing list here - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter Check out Claire's NEWLY improved course on Profit, Pricing + Productivity here - www.clairemockridge.com/profit  

We're coming up to almost 2 years of working, socialising and living in close proximity with our loved ones now due to Covid 19. And the question that goes around in my mind often is: are we really supposed to be cooped up with the same people for this long? Regardless of the pandemic though, have you struggled at times when those close to you like your partner, family and friends just don't GET you and your desires in business? Being your own boss is a tough gig. Working in the health and wellness industry where you help support others day in day out can be very challenging, particularly if you're not getting that same care and support at home. You're in for a treat this week as Claire lists her top 5 tips for handling the elephant in the room that is: what to do when your partner isn't supportive of your business. Pop your earbuds in, take a walk in nature and more importantly take action as a result from tuning into this episode. Enjoy and keep reaching for those dreams! Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Find out more about Your Pelvic Matters - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist Links and resources: Are we Instagram friends yet? - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter Check out Claire's NEWLY improved course on Profit, Pricing + Productivity - www.clairemockridge.com/profit  

Do you feel a bit of a fraud sometimes when you're dealing with a complicated pelvic floor case?  Do you watch all of these "experts" on Instagram and wonder whether you'll ever be as good as them?  Do you feel anxious when a client asks you a question that you don't know the answer to?  Do you feel uncomfortable letting your guard down and admitting "I don't know…" to a client sometimes?  Is Imposter Syndrome hitting you hard today?  If so, you're in for one huge confidence boost from Claire Mockridge, Pelvicpreneur today as she talks about a very important issue that affects all of us at some point in our careers.  In this episode Claire highlights: 1) why imposter syndrome exists and what to do about it, 2) how you know when you've reached expert status in your field, and 3) 8 real-life, pelvic floor-related client questions to test your own knowledge on pelvic floor dysfunction.  Sound good?  Well, strap yourself in, pop your barefoot shoes on, and take yourself off into nature for this episode.  Enjoy! Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Find out more about Your Pelvic Matters here - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist   Links and resources: Episode 65: When Should I Tell Clients To STOP Doing Kegels? Episode 88: 4 Protocols To Follow When Pelvic Floor Clients Plateau Or Aren't Getting Results DM and follow me on Instagram - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Add your name to my my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter  

Happy New Year and all that jazz!  If one of your goals for 2022 is to save time and work less (particularly as it pertains to social media), you are going to LOVE the first episode of Season 3 of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast.  Claire is here to showcase how you can take one Instagram post, and repurpose it 10 different ways.  This process, when done well, not only saves you time but it saves your sanity too because you don't have to constantly be in "creation mode" all of the time!  In this episode Claire highlights: 1) how you can repurpose one Instagram post 10 different ways, 2) how repurposing increases your reach without no extra work, and 3) tips on how to get more organised with your content creation.  Sound good?  Well, strap yourself in, pop your barefoot shoes on, and take yourself off into nature for this episode.  Enjoy! Support the Pelvicpreneur Podcast and buy me a beer!  - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge Links and resources: DM and follow me on Instagram - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Sign up to my mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire here - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring

With another year coming to a close here, now seems a perfect time to wrap up Season 2 of the Pelvicpreneur Podcast with a "2021 In Review" style episode. This week, you'll hear Claire candidly chat about 5 things she's done in her business these past 12 months to bring more enjoyment back into her business. Claire's never bought into the "hustle and grind" culture as you know, and in this episode you'll discover what her new mantra is that enables her do more of what she enjoys, more often. Strap yourself in, pop your barefoot shoes on, and take yourself off into nature for this episode. The Pelvicpreneur Podcast will now be taking a well-earned break after this episode, with the usual weekly schedule recommencing in January 2022. See you then!   Links and resources: Buy me a beer! - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clairemockridge DM and follow me on Instagram - https://instagram.com/clairemockridge/ Sign up the newsletter / mailing list - https://clairemockridge.com/newsletter Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring

Welcome to Part 2 of this insightful interview with Human Design Reader and certified Yoga teacher, Rachael Ami @rachaelami. If you haven't listened to Part 1 (episode 92) that aired last week, please go and tune into that episode first, and then return to this segment for more goodness. In this episode, Rachael and Claire are diving deeper into the 6 different profile lines / archetypes in Human Design to make you more aware of who you are as a person, what makes you different to others around you, and why it's ok to BE different. If you've ever wondered why some FitPros attract clients via word of mouth with no problems, but your audience tends to be a little on the quieter side of things, tune in to discover why that might be the case. You're certain to enjoy the fun segment where Rachel and Claire give examples of Human Design types and profile combinations that would be really well suited to the fitness industry, and why, if you're not one of the more common Human Design types, you might find working in this industry a bit more of a struggle. Pop your earbuds in and enjoy!   Sign up to Claire's FREE Masterclass for pelvic floor Pilates instructors - https://clairemockridge.com/class   Links and Resources: Check your Human Design chart - https://www.mybodygraph.com/ Find and follow Rachael Ami on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rachaelami/ Check out Rachael's website for Human Design Readings + Purpose and Alignment Sessions - https://rachaelami.co.uk/ Follow or DM Claire on Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/clairemockridge Check out Claire's website - http://www.clairemockridge.com Email Claire about business mentoring - info@clairemockridge.com

Rachael Ami @rachaelami is a Human Design Reader and certified Yoga teacher, and she's on a mission to give every human being and business owner a big permission slip to live their life (and their business) the way they want to. Every one of us on this planet is wired in to operate slightly differently. We all have natural talents and gifts, and sometimes we think we're weird because of our quirks, but really, we should be embracing those, because they're our strengths! So, if you've ever had one of those "I don't think I really fit in here" moments in your life, or you have a voice inside your head constantly saying "Why don't people recognise me for all of this hard work I'm doing?", Rachael's here to give you some clarification on this and more. Today, you're in for a treat as Rachael gives you an introduction to Human Design, which could be categorised as a "personality type", but really, it's an "energy type". In this episode, you'll learn: 1) the 5 Human Design types and their characteristics, 2) how each Human Design type is designed to interact which each other differently, and 3) why "thinking" through a big decision may be the worst thing you could do. Ready to have your eyes and ears opened and go into a space of personal development here today? Well, pop your ear buds in your ears and tune in now and enjoy!   Sign up to Claire's FREE Masterclass for pelvic floor Pilates instructors - https://clairemockridge.com/class   Links and Resources: Check your Human Design chart - https://www.mybodygraph.com/ Find and follow Rachael Ami on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rachaelami/ Check out Rachael's website for Human Design Readings + Purpose and Alignment Sessions - https://rachaelami.co.uk/ Follow or DM Claire on Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/clairemockridge Check out Claire's website - http://www.clairemockridge.com

Approaching pelvic floor dysfunction from the foot up is a really sensible strategy. Many clients with incontinence, prolapse and pudendal neuralgia really benefit from increasing the mobility in their forefoot because it helps improve their gait, which in turn assists in improving their pelvic floor function too. If you know you should focus more on forefoot mobility, but you're stuck for exercise ideas, or you're unsure which pieces of equipment to use with clients (because some of them seem to be just gimmicks to make us go out and buy shiny new things!), then you're going to love this week's episode. Claire is here to share her top 3 "foot tools" that she uses regularly with clients; why the best way to improve forefoot mobility actually requires no equipment at all (!); and some super useful tips on modifying the use of foot tools from someone who's been there and done it. For the ultimate experience here today, take your shoes off whilst listening and have a play around, or pop your barefoot shoes on and take a nice walk out in nature and enjoy!   Sign up to Claire's FREE Masterclass for pelvic floor Pilates instructors - https://clairemockridge.com/class   Equipment mentioned: Yoga Tune Up balls Lacrosse balls Correct Toes The Foot Collective (TFC) Wild Toe Separators Injinji Toe Socks   Other foot-related podcast episodes: Episode 2 - My 5+ Year Foot Pain Story Episode 54 - The Foot + Pelvic Floor Connection Episode 78 - Are Barefoot Shoes 100% Necessary For Pelvic Floor Clients?   Links and resources: Follow or DM Claire on Instagram - www.instagram.com/clairemockridge Check out Claire's website - www.clairemockridge.com

Are you the type of FitPro who doesn't like asking clients for money? Do you often wait until the first week of January to start following customers up for payment, only to be met with unanswered emails, lots of "Thank you, but you can offer my space to someone else" and a good measure of STRESS and anxiety to go along with that? Would you like to be able to sell out your January group classes, and get financial commitment from your PT clients now as we head into the New Year? Well, never fear, because Claire is here to help with some action-packed tips and tricks to help you get January sales in December, with ease. In this episode, you'll hear Claire highlight: 1) How easy it is fill your most popular class/PT schedule, 2) Tips to enable you to avoid that 'first week of January' stress, and 3) Endless ideas on how to attract new customer enquiries. Pop your ear buds in now and enjoy!   Sign up to Claire's FREE Masterclass for pelvic floor Pilates instructors - https://clairemockridge.com/class   Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring   Links and resources: Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring Follow and DM me on Instagram @ClaireMockridge

Do you have "some" testimonials from clients, but feel like you could always do with just a few more? Does fear show up whenever you think about sending out a post-class survey, because you're afraid of someone saying something negative? Do you wish you had more of a system in place for collecting those warm and fuzzy things that clients say about you? Well, never fear, because Claire is here to help with some action-packed tips and tricks to help you collect more client amazing testimonials, with ease. In this episode, you'll hear Claire highlight: 1) 6 ways to collect amazing testimonials from clients, 2) 12 questions to ask clients to evoke feelings, memories and emotions, and 3) simple strategies you can put in place to ensure you have a constant flow of client feedback. Pop your earbuds in now and enjoy!   Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring   Links and resources: Free survey software - SurveyMonkey.com Book 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring Follow and DM me on Instagram @ClaireMockridge

Have you ever worked with a pelvic floor client whose symptoms just somehow strangely plateaued, and you really can't put your finger on why? As pelvic floor experts, we desperately want ALL of our clients to get results with our work, and it's quite natural for us to feel kind of responsible when SOME of clients don't really get a positive experience. Please know that you're not alone here, and this week on the podcast Claire is on hand to walk you through some of her more tricky pelvic floor client cases from the vault, and what 4 protocols/strategies she used to ensure clients kept moving in the right direction. Tune in for this actionable episode for you, the pelvic floor specialist!   Sign up to Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program here - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol   Note: The Pelvicpreneur Podcast is now taking a break, and the usual weekly schedule will recommence from Thursday 11th November 2021   Links and resources: Join Your Pelvic Matters - www.clairemockridge.com/enrol Episode 54-The Foot + Pelvic Floor Connection Episode 64 -Why Taking A Break Is Essential Follow and DM me on Instagram @ClaireMockridge

Are you a FitPro who's just a little bit scared of working with clients with prolapse? Don't worry, because you are not alone here. Why is it that you're fearful though? Is it lack of education on your part, or do you feel you simply lack the confidence to deal with this pelvic floor condition? Are you unsure of what exercises are safe to do, and which ones aren't? Are you frightened that you're going to set off your prolapse clients' symptoms and make them worse?! Well, never fear, because prolapse-pro, Claire is here with a super insightful episode to share her top tips for dealing with clients with POP (pelvic organ prolapse) for you, the pelvic floor specialist! In this episode, you'll hear Claire highlight: 1) how to describe what pelvic organ prolapse is to clients, 2) the essential lifestyle factors you need to address for POP clients, and 3) why treating POP is less complicated than you think.   Find out more about Claire's Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist/   Links and resources: Sign up to Claire's Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist/ Episode 24: When Is The Perfect Time To Teach The Squat To PFD Clients? Episode 78: Are Barefoot Shoes 100% Necessary For Pelvic Floor Clients? Episode 53: Gaynor Morgan | Pessaries + The Pelvic Floor Client Episode 84: 10 Lifestyle Factors That Attribute To Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Follow and DM me on Instagram @ClaireMockridge

Ever had a pelvic floor personal training client attend a mainstream exercise class with another instructor where some of the exercises they're performing perhaps aren't that suitable for their pelvic floor, but you're kind of unsure what to do, let alone what to say? It kind of feels awkward, doesn't it? Whilst we can't control what our clients do outside of the walls of our pelvic floor personal training rehab clinic, we certainly can advise them, guide them and educate them on the difference between safe and unsafe exercise for them, whilst they're under our care. In this episode, you'll hear Claire highlight: 1) what to say when pelvic floor clients want to continue doing (unsafe) exercise, 2) when and why it's appropriate to blacklist an exercise from a clients' repertoire, and 3) why modifications are your best asset as a pelvic floor expert. Pop your earbuds in, your barefoot shoes on, and enjoy this action-packed episode full of tips for you, the pelvic floor specialist!   Register for Claire's Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist/   Links and resources: Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist/ Follow and DM me on Instagram @ClaireMockridge

Chloe Stickings from @chloestickings is a women's pelvic health coach and she helps women with pelvic health conditions, menstrual problems and sexual trauma. Chloe is here on the Pelvicpreneur Podcast this week to share her own pelvic health story with you, and chat to us about metaphysics and how this fits into pelvic floor health. Chloe uses a very holistic, whole-body approach when assessing and treating clients with pelvic floor issues. And, she's here to share how she's able to guide women through their health journey using trauma-informed care, coupled with those simple but very effective lifestyle changes that are easily accessible from the walls of her clients' homes. Chloe's mission is to help women break free from pain so they can regain freedom and live their best life. So, pop your airpods in your ears, your barefoot shoes on your feet, and take us on a walk into nature for the ultimate experience. Enjoy!   Find out more about Claire's Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist/   Links and resources: Follow Chloe on Instagram @chloestickings Check out Chloe's website / pelvic health services - https://www.chloestickings.com/ DM and tag @ClaireMockridge and @chloestickings on Instagram Stories using the hashtag #PelvicpreneurPodcast Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist/

Have you ever wondered why some of your pelvic floor dysfunction clients get results from the exercises you diligently set them for homework, whereas other clients progress much slower on their rehab journey? It's super frustrating, isn't it? No matter what you do, what exercises you tweak in their regime, nothing seems to make a difference to their symptoms. And, it all gets a little bit demoralising because your client is looking to you for answers because YOU'RE the pelvic floor expert. In this week's episode, find out how Claire solves that mystery for you by opening your eyes to a number of lifestyle factors that she observes and educates her pelvic floor clients about in order to get them a consistent reduction in their symptoms. In this episode, you'll hear Claire highlight: 1) why lifestyle factors are the missing link for a lot of clients with pelvic floor dysfunction, 2) what the top 10 most important lifestyle factors are that you need in your kit bag as a pelvic floor expert, 3) why exercise alone won't fix pelvic floor dysfunction, and 4) some great real-life examples of Claire's own clients who have benefited from her "less exercise, more movement" approach. Pop your earbuds in, your barefoot shoes on and take a walk in nature for the ultimate in natural movement. Enjoy!   Registration is now open to the Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist/   Links and resources: Episode 2 - My 5+ Year Foot Pain Story Episode 5 -The Connection Between The Foot + Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist/ Squatty Potty - https://www.squattypotty.com/ Follow and DM me on Instagram @ClaireMockridge

Are you spending hours creating content for your Instagram account and Facebook page, only to discover literally no one is liking, commenting or messaging you to ask about your local services? It can feel really demoralising when you put all of this time and effort into creating amazing educational posts and videos for your social media channels, and then not one person ticks "Instagram" or "Facebook" when they indicate how they found out about you. It's true that whilst having a social media presence is useful in business, it's definitely not 100% mandatory, particularly if you want to attract local people into your local services. Tune in to today's episode to find out 3 non-social media ways that you can attract local customers into your group classes or 1-on-1 services. These tips are super actionable today, and they really won't take hours of time. So, pop your earbuds in and enjoy!   Get on the waiting list for Claire's Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist   Links and resources: Sign up to 4 x 1-hour business mentoring sessions with Claire - https://calendly.com/claire-mockridge/business-mentoring Check out Claire's Pricing, Profit + Productivity Workshop - https://clairemockridge.com/workshop/ Follow Claire on Instagram @ClaireMockridge DM and tag @ClaireMockridge on Instagram Stories using the hashtag #PelvicpreneurPodcast

Cue the confetti and open the champagne because this month, Claire is celebrating 7 years of freedom from teaching those traditional pelvic floor exercises called "Kegels"! Invented in the 1940's, Kegels are known as the "go-to" exercise in more industries than you think (not just pelvic floor health), and you might appreciate that it's somewhat hard to go it alone in this sea of Kegels, but Pelvic Floor Expert Claire has managed to do it successfully now for more than half a decade. Join Claire in this honest and candid episode where she highlights 1) why she stopped teaching Kegels and what exercises she prescribes instead, 2) whether she ever regrets making the decision to takes Kegels out of her repertoire, 3) what research exists for and against Kegels (and why it's somewhat contradictory), 4) whether it's appropriate to teach Kegels AND the full-body approach at the same time, 5) what benefits her clients have gained from her non-traditional approach, and 6) finally a truly honest account of some of her experiences of (unsuccessfully) teaching the Kegel in a group exercise setting. Do you want to know if it's possible to help treat clients with pelvic floor dysfunction without prescribing Kegels? Well, tune in to this week's episode to find out!   Sign up to the waiting list for Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist   Links and resources: Episode 2 -My Foot Pain Story Follow Claire on Instagram @ClaireMockridge DM and tag @ClaireMockridge on Instagram Stories using the hashtag #PelvicpreneurPodcast Check out Claire's Your Pelvic Matters Teacher Training program - https://clairemockridge.com/viplist