Are the things you're doing to relieve your pain the reason it keeps coming back?

Find out what's really causing pain. Stop wasting effort. Start making real progress - that lasts.

Back Pain & Sports Injury specialist

You just want to be back to normal

You’ve probably already tried things for your back pain or sports injury. Rest, exercises, strength work, treatments, advice.

You just want to get back to normal and enjoy your runs, hikes, training and everyday life again, without constantly managing or thinking about problems. 

So why are you still stuck?

Most advice follows the same pattern:

• Treatment to relieve the pain.
• Exercises to strengthen where it hurts.

 

But what if the painful area isn't the problem? What if it's hurting because it's already doing too much?

Often, the painful area is the part that’s been taking more than its fair share for a long time. Strengthening it doesn’t necessarily change where the work goes when you stand up, start walking, running, lifting and training again.

The bigger question is: Why your body keeps relying on that area in the first place.

Find that out and you can start changing it.

It might take longer than simply relieving the symptoms. But instead of getting really good at managing a bad back, you build a body that doesn’t keep putting you back there.

You want more than another fix.

Whether you run, hike, cycle, climb, train or simply want to stay active, you want to get out of pain.

But more than that, you want to build a body that prevents pain and injury, rather than creating it.

Imagine if you could.....

Train for the marathon you’ve dreamed of without the usual cycle of setbacks, niggles and injuries. 

Not through luck, but because you understand your body and know how to train in a way that supports it.

You don't need to be an athlete

You might simply want to stay active – hike, do the gym, run, travel, move well in life.

Be able to make plans based on what you’d love to do, not what you’re worried your body will let you do.

Why do active people, doing all the "right " things still keep ending up in pain?

I’ve spent years researching that question:

  • Working with hundreds of people
  • Studying movement and recovery
  • Using HRV to understand how bodies respond to the demands of everyday life and training

It changed the way I think about pain completely.

Getting pain to settle isn’t enough. We need to change what keeps bringing you back there.

What is Pain Preventing Movement Method

That’s why I built the Pain Preventing Movement Method.  We don’t just look at where it hurts, what’s tight or what seems weak.

We ask the bigger question: why has your body ended up here in the first place?

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Find out WHY

Find out what’s driving your pain, where your body is repeatedly doing too much work and what’s getting in the way of recovery.

Switch

Without this, movement doesn’t change.

Learn to Switch Gears so your body can let go of the movement patterns that keep overloading it and learn pain preventing ones instead. 

Build

Build physical resilience.

Build better ways to move and increase your body’s capacity to handle the demands of training and everyday life.

Say goodbye to overload and strain. Say hello to bigger adventures.

Less “that’s just my age.” More “what can I change?”

Stop asking what's wrong and start asking why?

Where you feel pain is only part of the story of back pain or sports injury.

Scans often show wear and tear, but not why one person develops pain while another with similar changes doesn’t.

To see the big picture, we use movement assessments, measurements, training data and live HRV data to understand:

Together, this gives us the evidence to focus on what actually needs to change.  So your time and effort go into the things that will make the biggest difference.

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 and I’m not suffering recurring injuries. The best bit is I feel more capable. I’ve even signed up for my first ultra marathon”

What changes with Pain Preventing Movement?

Stuck in the cycle

Your back settles, so you get back to normal life. You work around some things, push through others and accept a certain amount of pain as normal.

Then another flare-up stops you again.

Without noticing, you build life around limits your body seems to have.

The longer run. The bigger mountain. The challenge you’d love to take on. Some things simply start to feel like they’re probably not for you.

What changes

Problems stop feeling random. You understand the early signs and know what to change to avoid a major setback.

But the bigger change is what starts to feel possible.

The limits start to move.

The longer run. The bigger mountain. The challenge you’d written off.

Instead of asking “Can my body cope with that?” you start asking “What’s next?”

"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"

Let's find out if this is the right approach for you

1 Let's talk

Let’s have a chat.

Tell us what’s happening, what you’ve already tried. But also what makes you tick, what you’d love to get back to and the adventures that inspire.  

We’ll find out if my approach is right for where you are now.

2 Pain Pattern Blueprint

Make the invisible, visible.

Discover the patterns keeping you stuck in pain and what really needs to change.

This isn’t a diagnosis or a sheet of exercises. It’s about taking the time to understand what’s really going on.

Expect light-bulb moments. Discover connections in your body you didn’t see before.

3 Your results

We’ll meet again to go through what we’ve found. We’ll show you what’s driving your pain, where the biggest opportunities for change are and how we can help.

 

You’ll see what’s been missing from everything you’ve tried before and what needs to change to get a different result.

"I was amazed at how thorough the MOT was. Every possible measurement was taken to find any misalignments in my body. I definitely felt in safe hands. Julie really know what she is doing”

Rick, Ramsbottom

"A LOT more hands on and investigation than the NHS"

Christine, Ramsbottom.

Hi I'm Julie

I didn’t start this work because everything in my body worked perfectly.

I know what it’s like to do all the right things, yet still deal with regular niggles, bigger injuries and recurring back trouble.

What frustrated me was how readily that was accepted as normal. Treat the problem. Rehab it. Get back to running. Then repeat when the next one appeared.

Nobody was asking why I kept ending up there or what I could change to prevent the next problem.

That obsession with looking beyond where it hurts became Pain-Preventing Movement.

To help active people do more than recover from the problem they’ve got today. To build the skills that help prevent pain and injury getting in the way of what they want to do next.

This is Phil

Phil is my partner and works part-time in the business, with particular expertise in foot mechanics, gait and breathing. He has a long history in competitive sport and has been climbing and bouldering for over 30 years.

Sometimes two pairs of eyes are better than one.

Phil Young of Your Peak Potential performing an assessment on a client

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 break the pain-fix-pain cycle?

You’ve tried fixing the latest problem. You’ve tried getting stronger. You’ve tried doing all the things you’re supposed to do.

If you’re ready to find out why the problems keep coming back and what really needs to change, let’s talk

I’m based in Bromley Cross, Bolton and work with clients in person from across the North West.  Also now available: remote Pain Pattern Blueprint sessions and coaching.
 

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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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