Meet Clare - your partner in midlife health
Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered where the old you went?
The confident version.
The energetic version.
The version who could juggle work, family and life without feeling permanently exhausted.
If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. I know that feeling because I've been there too.
I thought I was doing everything right
For most of my life, I thought I was healthy.
I was active, exercised regularly and watched what I ate. But I focused more on calories and fat than on actually nourishing my body.
I spent 25 years building a successful career in corporate communications, eventually reaching a senior leadership role at the age of 50.
Ironically, it was also the time when I felt least in control.
Then midlife arrived
Brain fog
A heavy, cotton-wool feeling that made even simple decisions feel impossible.
Panic attacks
Sudden waves of anxiety arriving without warning, leaving me shaken.
Food sensitivities
Allergic reactions to foods I'd always enjoyed — appearing from nowhere.
A changing body
A shape that no longer responded the way I expected, no matter what I tried.
Lost sense of self
A growing feeling that I was no longer quite myself — and not knowing where to turn.
But I kept going because that’s what you do, don’t you?
Until life forced me to stop.
Three life-changing moments
Within the space of three months:
- My father-in-law died
- I broke my elbow
- I was made redundant
Together, these experiences forced me to confront three uncomfortable truths:
- Health is fragile
- Strength matters more than I realised
- My confidence had become tied to my job title
For the first time, I felt:
- Invisible
- Exhausted
- Uncertain about my future
Sound familiar?
The turning point
Those experiences forced me to rethink everything I believed about health.
I realised that health isn't about:
- Being the thinnest person in the room
- Exercising the hardest
- Constantly putting everyone else's needs before your own
Instead, it's about having the:
- Energy to enjoy life
- Strength to stay independent
- Confidence to embrace what's next
- Resilience to navigate life's challenges
What changed for me
I retrained in nutrition and health. I learned that many chronic health issues are driven by the way we live – our food choices, stress levels and daily habits. And more importantly, that we have more control than we think.
I learned how to:
- Nourish my body instead of restricting it
- Fuel my brain as well as my waistline
- Prioritise strength training
- Build habits that fit real life
- Replace self-criticism with self-compassion
Slowly, I started to feel like myself again.
- More energised.
- Stronger.
- More confident about the future.
And that’s what I want for you too…
Your next chapter starts here
Midlife isn't the beginning of the end. It's the start of a new chapter.
I didn't know what my "what next" would be.
Now I do.
And I'd love to help you find yours.
What is Nutrition and Health Coaching?
Nutrition and Health Coaching is a partnership focused entirely on you.
It helps you make realistic, long-term changes to your health, diet and lifestyle based on your needs and in a way that fits your life.Here’s how I support you:
- Provide a safe and confidential space to talk about your health
- Help you to adopt practical, personalised habits that work in real life
- Guide and educate you to make confident, informed choices.
No trends. No gimmicks. No judgement.
Health coaching is now recognised as a powerful, evidence-based approach to preventing and, in some cases, improving chronic, lifestyle-related conditions.
Research continues to show its impact. The Compendium of Health and Wellbeing Literature describes professional health coaching as:“…holding great potential for advancing healthy behaviour change and stemming the rising tide in prevalence of chronic disease.”
A certified Nutrition and Health Coach
- I have a BTEC Diploma in Professional Health and Nutrition Coaching from the International Institute of Nutrition and Health.
- I am a member of the UK & International Health Coaching Association.
- I work to high professional and ethical standards, so you can feel confident you’re in safe, knowledgeable hands.
Supporting your health through midlife and beyond
This business has been shaped by real midlifers, every step of the way.
Through conversations, surveys, case studies and honest feedback, everything I offer has been designed with you, for you. Because who better understands midlife than the people living it?
I focus on what actually matters: Busy lives. Changing bodies. Competing priorities.
No extremes. No unrealistic expectations.
Just simple, personalised habits around:
- Food
- Movement
- Sleep
- Stress
That you can stick to – even on your busiest days.
My Values
Choose courage
Real change takes honesty, effort and accountability — and I believe you’re capable of more than you think.
Lead with kindness
Straight-talking, supportive and judgement-free. Always respectful. Never patronising.
Prioritise action
Health has to work in real life. I focus on simple, practical steps that build momentum and last.
Invest in community
Health doesn’t exist in isolation. Better individual health creates stronger communities.
Book your free discovery call
I offer a free discovery call so we can talk about where you are, what you need and whether this feels like the right support for you.
You don’t need to do this perfectly… you just need to start somewhere.
