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Holistic post-natal training sessions for new mums in our private Soho & Fitzrovia boutique studios

Postnatal Personal Training: London

Pregnancy takes a toll on your body. No matter what you see on social media, there are no magical ways that celebrities 'snap back' into their pre-pregnancy physique or fitness.

While there are no miraculous quick-fixes, there are proven ways to help you body recover and find new levels of health. At Fitness Lab, our personal trainers understand the science and physiology of pregnancy and post-pregnancy recovery.

As soon as you're ready, we're here to help. No public gyms, no queuing for machines, and no feeling of being watched as you workout. Just beautiful studios, friendly and understanding personal trainers, and an exercise programme that works for you.

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We'll help you to feel 'you' again

Giving birth is usually one of the most physically traumatic things that happens to a person's body. For nine months, your body has been transformed into an incubator for the baby growing inside you - then, giving birth puts an untold strain on virtually every muscle you have.

As such, it's perfectly normal to feel different after giving birth. Your body will almost always feel different - and the sudden changes in hormones and bodily processes can leave your brain feeling different too.

At Fitness Lab, we do more than 'just' personal training. We'll help you understand what your body has been through, then help you make adjustments to ensure your recovery is as smooth as possible. Managable and safe exercise is at the heart of what we do - but we're also qualified to talk to you about how your diet, levels of rest, and other lifestyle factors will help recovery too.

Experienced Postnatal Personal Trainers

It's important not to assume that just any personal trainer will be able to effectively coach you through recovering from child-birth. There are big differences in the kind of fitness programme for someone who's recently given birth, especially around safety.

This is where expert knowledge of what pregnancy does to your body is absolutely essential. This is a level of expert knowledge we're proud to have here at Fitness Lab. As well as the appropriate qualifications, we have thousands of hours of experience training people who are recovering after giving birth.

You may or may not choose Fitness Lab to have by your side as you recover - but it's vital that you work with coaches who fully understand the unique challenges that personal training presents for people after childbirth.

Personal Training Based on Pregnancy Yoga and Pilates

Before conception and during pregnancy, there's a big focus on core strength and pelvic floor exercises. These are the muscles that are going to do a lot of work during labour - so it makes sense to strengthen them and ready them as much as possible.

However, jumping straight back into working your pelvic muscles and core muscles or aiming for weight loss straight after birth isn't a good idea. Your body has been through a trauma, so it needs to recover before you can expect to work on hitting new fitness goals again.

This is where our deep understanding of yoga and Pilates for postnatal women is invaluable. Our personal trainers understand which muscle groups are activated as you move. With this in mind, we can give your ab and pelvic floor muscles the time they need to heal while making sure you can keep active.

Postnatal Personal Training vs Exercise Classes

London has plenty of post-natal exercise classes - and they're a great way to stay social and keep your activity levels up in the months that follow pregnancy. However, if you're looking for the most meaningful way to recovery after giving birth, there's nothing that comes close to post-natal training with an educated personal trainer.

At Fitness Lab, we don't offer group fitness classes. Instead, we think about you, your fitness levels, your lifestyle, your fitness knowledge, and your body.

By doing this, we create personal training sessions that are tailored to meet your needs exactly. We can be by your side from the earliest stages of pregnancy. Our approach changes as your pregnancy progresses and how your body changes after your baby is born.

Training Safely in Your Own Private Space

Public gyms aren't for everyone - and if you're already not keen on the idea of working out in public, the idea will be even less appealing as your body recovers from pregnancy.

At Fitness Lab, we do things differently. Pre and post natal sessions are all carried out in a personal 'pod' - an area that's exclusively yours as you exercise. This means there's no waiting for machines, there's no wiping down before you get started, and there's no feeling like you're being watched as you workout.

Your personal trainer is focused entirely on you while you're here too - so you can be 100% confident that you're training is completely safe. You can even take advantage of our kit washing and ironing service - so you don't have to worry about packing your gym bag when you leave the house!

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Meet the Fitness Lab Team

Sandra

Personal Trainer & Pilates Instructor

Gabriela

Personal Trainer

Andreea

Personal Trainer

Yannick

Personal Trainer

Brett

Personal Trainer

Jack

Personal Trainer

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Testimonials

A Word From Our Clients

     Excellent  
     Based on 155 reviews 
    
 
 
   
 
 
        
   Gordon Holmes 
 2023-12-08
 
 
  I have been a happy client of Fitness Lab (Jack in particular) for over 3 years now.  All the trainers are professional and thorough, and also friendly and supportive.  They've helped me become stronger and more flexible, and progress continues..I strongly recommend them!
  
 
       
   M LB 
 2023-11-28
 
 
  Radomira is a great coach. Highly motivating, fun, excellent listener, sessions with her are never boring. She know how to push people out of the comfort zone without forcing them. Rare quality for a coach.
The studio itself is optimally located at the heat of Soho and is very well equipped. The concept of a coach-only gym is not common and probably the best option for anyone who take their fitness seriously.
  
 
       
   Amy Horton 
 2023-11-20
 
 
  I have been with Fitness Lab for 2 years it has been a gradual transition to strength and fitness working with my excellent trainer Ash. It isn’t a quick fix to weight loss but a longer term investment in being a stronger me. With the individual focus I just don’t have to think about having to motivate myself, or worry about whether I am using the weights correctly, Ash takes care of that and gradually pushes me to push myself.
  
 
       
   Zulala Abdulazizova 
 2023-11-15
 
 
  I chose Fitness Lab because the idea of a gym with a more intimate atmosphere, free from overwhelming crowds was very appealing to me. Originally, I planned to join for just a couple of months to get ready for summer, but here I am in November, still committed! The primary reason for that is my PT Radomira, who creates a customised program that suits my individual goals, always motivates me without pushing too hard and makes each session enjoyable and uplifting. I can actually see the progress and am very happy that I ended up choosing this gym.
  
 
       
   Emin Hasanov 
 2023-11-15
 
 
  Fitness Lab is awesome for getting in shape – it's all about personal attention here. Love the private workouts compared to a packed gym. Big shoutout to my PT Radomira for providing personalized and effective workouts, pushing me hard while keeping it safe, injury-free and enjoyable.
  
 
       
   Alec Drysdale 
 2023-11-15
 
 
  I would absolutely recommend Fitness Lab to anyone who is looking get the best PT experience in London.

It really helps to be working out in a private space rather than in a public gym and the facilities and equipment are all first-rate and well-maintained.

I have to give a huge thank you to my PT, Ash, who has turbo-charged my training. He has put the time, effort and his knowledge into tailoring my workouts to achieve my goals. I don't  feel like I'm aimlessly working out or unsure of whether I'm doing the right thing or not anymore and the results have been fantastic. I'm improving in areas that I have always struggled with and it just makes me even more motivated. Ash always brings the right vibe so that I look forward to each session rather than it feeling like a chore. He keeps the workouts varied to make things interesting and if there is ever something I can't do because of injury then he is able to adapt when necessary.

The whole experience at Fitness Lab has been fantastic.
  
 
       
   Saul Fearnley 
 2023-11-15
 
 
  I’ve been training here for over three years with Ash and it’s been a fantastic experience. I’m in the best shape I’ve ever been and feel fitter and healthier as a result. The whole team are so welcoming and I’d recommend anyone who wants to improve their fitness in a really friendly environment give them a go.
  
 
       
   Darrel Olivier 
 2023-11-13
 
 
  My happy place. Facilities and equipment are absolutely first class and my personalised training program has led me to be in the best shape of my life. Brett has been my there for me every step of the way - his knowledge, passion and communication is second to none and this has kept me motivated and inspired throughout my training journey - thank you 🙏
  
 
       
   Ryan Hugh Mackey 
 2023-11-12
 
 
  A great and knowledgable staff, clean and well-appointed equipment, what more does one need?
  
 
       
   Blair Collins-Thomas 
 2023-11-09
 
 
  The private personal training here helped me gain control of complicated back issues and get back to playing rugby for the first time in years! My PT was so focused on specifics for my situation and the results speak for themselves. They are so well located for a lunchtime session from work. In my opinion the best personal training studio in Soho!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your personal trainers qualified in postnatal training?

We have two personal trainers with a specialist qualification in pre natal exercise and post natal training sessions. To complement this qualification, they also have extensive real-world experience working with fitness training clients through each trimester.

Rest assured, you’re in expert hands when our team put together an exercise programme to take you through pregnancy and beyond.

Should I speak to my doctor before commiting to postnatal training?

Yes. No two births are exactly the same, so it's important to seek medical advice before you make any plans to start exercising (whether that's with us, or just generally).

Don't worry if this means that exercise is limited for the time being or just not feasible. When you get in touch, we're always happy to talk to you about how personal training can fit alongside your doctor's recommendations. You might even decide to start with some online training so you can fit your sessions in between changes, feeds, and nap times!

How soon can I train after giving birth?

After a natural birth, your GP should sign you off for exercise after your 6 week check up. After a c-section, you should wait at least 12 weeks before training. Of course, it goes without saying there’s absolutely no rush to start a fitness programme.

There are small exercises you can start doing before you are signed off for training in the gym – breathing work, pelvic floor exercises and core activation being especially important. Your personal trainer will guide you with these exercises and explain how to gradually build up.