Train for freedom,
not just fitness

Future-proof your body for the life you want.

Train smart today for adventure that lasts a lifetime.

Ready for 1:1 support?

The Wild Trail Method

An online path to move better, recover faster, and stay adventurous – for life.

Choose your path

Powerful full body MOT

Stop guessing & get clear on on the cause, not the diagnosis

A 75 minute head to toe movement, posture and health assessment to provide you with root-cause information for your symptoms, injuries or limitations. Price includes our expert analysis time and a follow up consultation to see your results in context. 

This is the start point for our 121 coaching It provides the data to power your bespoke plan.

Bespoke 121 In person coaching

Out of pain. Back to life. Built to last.

Personalised coaching designed to help you move well, feel strong, and stay adventurous – for the long term.

We’ll fix what’s holding you back, rebuild what’s been missing, and unlock the capability that’s been there all along.

It’s a powerful, structured journey from stuck to strong, built around your body, your life, and your future.

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Stay adventurous.
Stay capable. One smart step at a time.

Launching soon: The Wild Trail Method

A smarter way to move well, feel strong, and stay adventurous – for life.
This isn’t another plan. It’s a trail map through the work most programs skip – breath, awareness, recovery, and movement skill.
Build lasting energy, mobility, and confidence in partnership with your body, not at its cost. Train for freedom, not just fitness

Andy, 121 client, Ramsbottom

"Working with Julie has been life-changing"

“She got me round my last marathon without knee pain after just 3 weeks of working together. Now, I’m more supple, mobile & have less headaches. The best bit is I feel more capable. I’ve even signed up for my first ultra marathon”

Does this sound like you?

This is for you if:

You don’t need to push harder, you need the right kind of support.

Let’s rebuild from the inside out.

Ready for 1:1 coaching?

Not sure where to start?

Let’s talk it through. Book a free, no-pressure consultation to see how I can help.

Stay active, adventurous, injury-free. For the long haul.

How we help you reach Your Peak Potential

Healing & growth aren’t opposites, they’re part of the same path

This isn’t a rehab clinic or a quick fix. It’s a space to build lasting change, through breath, movement skill, nervous system support and smart recovery tools. 

Our approach is built on 5 foundational pillars, the landscape to your recovery & performance journey.

A whole person approach to adventure & performance

Ground – Breath

This pillar is all about nervous system support, through breath, hydration, and subtle resets that change everything. Like a solid forest floor underfoot, this is what every next step depends on.

Path – Movement

Strengthen the way you move, recover and grow. We explore fascia, coordination, and skill – the hidden mechanics behind lasting progress. This is where new patterns are laid, step by step.

Fuel – Nutrition

Feed your recovery, not just your activity. Real food, deep rest and quality sleep all support energy, immunity, and healing. This is where your body rebuilds – in the quiet moments between the effort. No fads, no guilt, just nourishment that works.

Weather – Mindset

Understand your internal forecast. We look at thought patterns, emotional load, and self-regulation – how you respond when life gets stormy. The clouds may pass, but awareness stays.

Campfire – Reflection

Take pause. Here’s where insight lands and integration happens. We reflect, reconnect, and reorient – before the next step forward. A moment to breathe, share, and stoke the flame within.

The path to lasting change. How to work with us 1:1

1 Start with an MOT

Get a clear, expert assessment of your body’s needs — no guesswork, just honest insight.

2 Follow a personalised plan

We guide you with recovery-first coaching that meets your life and your goals – not just your pain.

3 Feel strong, free & resilient

With a body that supports your life, get back to the movement you love.

Don’t wait until things get worse.

Clients often say, “I wish I’d done this sooner.”
Book your free call today and start moving forward with clarity and confidence.

"The impact on my whole well-being is incredible"

Olly, 1:1 client, Ramsbottom

"I’m approaching my daily routine with a new vigour and sense of calm. I don't hurt anymore! The impact on my whole wellbeing is incredible"

We're Julie & Phil, expert movement & recovery coaches

We help active people, over 40 recover from injury, stress and burnout. Using breath, movement and recovery tools that build strength, energy and resilience for an adventurous life.

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We get it. You’ve pushed through pain, setbacks and fatigue.

We’ve been there too and we’ve helped hundreds of people rebuild strength, confidence and energy from the inside out.

For over 10 years, we’ve supported active adults over 40 to overcome injury, break the boom-and-bust cycle, and get back to doing what they love without burning out or breaking down.

Our unique approach brings together everything the body truly needs to thrive, across five essential pillars that build resilience from the ground up.

Because this isn’t just about recovery. It’s about reclaiming your freedom to move, train and live on your terms.

Are you ready to feel strong, resilient and fully back in control?

Real results, real people

Aiden, 1:1 client, Lymm

"Julie helps me get the most from what my body can do."

“Within 3 months, I was going box-to-box like Bellingham again and now I’ve run for 22 minutes and even been skiing. Julie challenges conventional wisdom, keeps me accountable, and shows what’s truly possible.”

“I’ve seen such an improvement that I am thrilled that I have returned to running.  I even completed a sprint triathlon for the first time in 6 years.”

Alasdair, Ramsbottom

"It's given me the confidence to get back running which I didn't think I would do again. It's been liberating! Through this process I will end up better than before the pain started. So in a way it was a bit of a wakeup call and will set me up for the future."

Pam, St Helens

"I was ready to burn my running shoes and give up due to ongoing pain and injury. But now my plantar fasciitis is completely gone.  No more foot pain or back pain. And I am closing in on my half marathon goal. I use everything you taught me and it pays off"

Steve, Tottington

"This has been life-changing for me and one of the best investments in my health that I have done. I am now free from pain in my hips and have better movement in my spine and whole body, as well as an improvement in mental health"

Nick, Darwen

Ready to get back to your active life - without the pain & setbacks?

You’ve done the exercises. Seen the specialists. Tried to push through.
Now it’s time for something that actually fits your body, your life, and your long-term goals.

Whether you’re ready for an in-depth MOT or want to talk it through first, let’s find the path that works 

It all starts with a conversation.

How to book

This free Discovery Call is your chance to pause, reflect, and get expert insight on what your body really needs next.

No pressure. No hard sell. Just a genuine conversation to figure out what’s going on and whether I can help.

Fill in the short form below and I’ll be in touch within 24 hours to confirm your call.

We work with world leading organisations to tailor a multi-approach solution just for you.

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What clients say about working with us

"Julie has in my opinion a unique approach to yoga in that her knowledge,explanation of movement and passion are the best I have seen.
 
Each pose, posture and breath work are broken down carefully and controlled so benefits are ultimately achieved.Her classes are always different and varied.
 
Julie has also helped me with issues I have with my shoulder and lower back as I suffer pain & discomfort by providing me with 121 sessions (a lot more hands on & investigation than NHS).
 
I can highly recommend Julie Tod."

Christine, Summerseat

Christine, Summerseat

After almost giving up running due to onoing pain and injury, my plantar fasciitis is completely gone. No foot pain or back pain and I am closing in on my half marathon goal.

I use everything you taught me and it pays off!

Steve

Steve

If you are looking at improving your running technique and remaining injury free, this is a great investment.  Julie and Phil are both passionate about running.  The sessions are easy to follow, they keep things interesting and are individualised to meet your own goals and requirements. 

From individual stretching programs to running form and breath-work, it’s all structured so you can get the most out of your time out on the trail (or road).  Having completed level 1 and now coming to the end of level 2 rebuild to run course my running has greatly improved.  I no longer hell strike, my form is more consistent and I have learned to consciously relax my body whilst running. 

It’s not a magic formula but if you are willing to take on board new ideas and put in the work, I believe you too could have outstanding results.

Les

Les

As I was approaching my 60s I have really enjoyed getting into doing triathlons... but then I started with pain in my hip.   I saw a physio, osteopath, had an X-ray and evan an orthopaedic surgeon.  The view was that it was an overuse strain, but it would not go away. 

David

David
You’re the first person I’ve met (and I have met A LOT of healthcare practitioners, holistic therapists, yoga teachers etc. in the last few years!) who has understood where I’m at and what the real issues are so for that I will always be grateful. 
 
I have already recommended you to other people in a similar place. I felt pretty bleak when I look back where I was but this has definitely helped me feel positive about the future in terms of what I can achieve. 

Sarah Morton

Sarah Morton

I believe the Oxygen Advantage really did help deal with altitude better on my trek to Everest base camp.  As we ascended both Chris and I could feel the lack of oxygen but using the nasal breathing techniques you taught us, we seemed to adjust faster than the rest of the group.

There were also several members suffering with symptoms of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) we didn’t have any problems. I was also very surprised that my SPO2 levels, as mine barely dropped below 90.  The other benefit now I am back home , I  sleeping like a baby and no longer snoring!"

Chris Chadwick

Dave McBride

I want to say a massive thanks to Phil for all his efforts to get me and Dave ready for our trek to Everst Base Camp.  It really helped me mentally prepare for the trip knowing I had these Oxygen Advantage breathing techniques up my sleeve to deal with the altitude.

I would say to anyone looking to get those extra gains that this technique really helps open up your airwaves and get more oxygen into your system. This in turn helps you go for longer, recover quicker and push yourselves that extra level.

Chris Chadwick

Chris Chadwick

Julie supported me through my cancer treatment and after an operation on my neck. She was kind, considerate and creative in her yoga exercises to aid my recovery. She was flexible with the sessions depending on my fatigue and health needs.  Julie has taught me some invaluable stretches and exercises to restore my muscles and body after such trauma. I am delighted to say i now have full use of my arm and shoulder. I still regularly practise everything she taught me. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Sarah Goodall

Sarah Goodall

By assessing my body’s entire range of movement Julie was able to identify the route-cause of the adductor strain and develop a program to address this. Over the weeks we improved movement in other areas of the body, like my back, shoulders, neck and core, and I saw how this impacted the injured area.  Although I’m still conscious of my injury,  I am now hiking and running without any pain. I am feeling much less stiff, have a great range of motion – and importantly – I don’t hurt anymore! I am definitely approaching my daily routine with a new vigour, and sense of wellness and calm. The impact on my whole well-being is incredible.

Olly Caunt

Olly Caunt

I took a back to basics running course with Phil & Julie last year (just after completing an ultra-marathon) because I wanted to improve certain aspects of my running… mainly around running more efficiently over a longer distance… what happened next was Phil & Julie turned everything upside down by showing me what was really important…Fixing issues in my technique, balance & body alignment!  I can’t speak highly enough of how hard they work & how much effort they put into to what they do. The difference they’ve made to my running & overall wellbeing is incredible… in fact, so much so that I’ve just booked on their next course!

Steve Rees

I was paying for an osteopath, waiting for the NHS.  But it felt like there was no end in sight.  But working with Julie on the corrective exercise has been very successful.  I feel I am getting stronger each week. It’s been liberating!  Through this process I will end up better than before the pain started.  So in a way it was a bit of a wakeup call and will set me up for the future.

Pam Darwin

After 10 years of playing football, I was suffering back and knee pain and issues. I was thinking of packing it in. But after regular yoga classes with Julie and some 121 sessions, have seen a massive decrease in injuries and I am still playing!

Carl Willcox

Carl Willcox

Oxygen Advantage training has had a huge positive impact in many aspects of my life. My running and cycling has significantly improved, finding myself with more energy and not gasping for breath powering up hills. In addition, the breathing techniques have enabled me to recharge myself, improving mental clarity, reduce stress and get better sleep. Julie is a fantastic coach, who refines your training plan for your unique requirements. Just do it.

Steve Vale

Steve Vale

I can’t praise Julie and Phil enough for the coaching on our recent chi running course. The depth of knowledge, ability to guide you clearly and passion for improving their students’ techniques and confidence is beyond what I was expecting when I signed up. We were lucky to have several classes which ended up being one-to-one so benefitted from tailored sessions, but even in bigger groups, nobody is left behind or held back. Fantastic work and a good laugh at the same time.

Tracey Rees Clough

Tracey Rees Clough

I have been attending the beginners yoga class since January 2018. I had not done any yoga before but Julie is very welcoming and supportive and the class has a positive, inclusive atmosphere. Julie gives clear, easy to follow guidance throughout the class, and is very knowledgeable about precisely how each pose affects the body.

Louise Brown

Louise Brown

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