A Lovely New Way to Connect in Mobilates Mob
by Callie Di Nello A white lady with brown hair, wearing sunglasses, sitting on a park bench reading a book. Her purple mobility scooter is next to her. One of the things I love most about Mobilates is that we understand something that many other communities don’t. Connection is important. Oh, so very important! But connection doesn’t always have to mean getting dressed, travelling somewhere, joining a Zoom call, having the energy for conversation, or feeling obliged to participate in a…
When Dogs Know Before We Do: The Extraordinary World of Medical Detection Dogs
by Callie Di Nello Callie standing in front of a van with a yellow sun painted on it holding her dog Siena in her arms. Last Sunday, Siena Luna and I had ourselves quite the adventure at GoodWoof. Siena Luna is our Pomeranian – small, fluffy, endlessly opinionated, sassy and – as it turns out – rather more medically gifted than any of us have given her credit for. More on that in a moment … We attended the most wonderful talk called “The Nose Knows” about Medical Detection Dogs, and I have…
Moving with Confidence – Pilates for Chronic Health Conditions: Multiple Sclerosis
At Mobilates we embrace everyone’s individuality and provide a person-centred approach to exercise activities. Below you will find details about Multiple Sclerosis (MS) a condition that some of our members live with. You’ll find information about the condition alongside top tips on exercising whilst staying safe, supported, and adapting movement to suit your individual needs. Our Moving with Confidence blog series explores how gentle, adaptable movement can support people in a way that feels…
Online physiotherapy for chronic pain
It can be difficult to find someone who understands persistent pain, fluctuating symptoms, fear around movement, fatigue, neurodivergence, and the reality of trying to keep up with exercises when life and health are already such a lot to handle.
Alex does just that.
You don’t have to prove yourself here – Affordable AND accessible exercise
“What proof do I need to give you to show I’m on a low income?”
And the answer is… none.
At Mobilates, we don’t ask for proof.
When adaptation becomes survival
It can feel creative, wise, and freeing to find a different way of doing things. A way that works with your body instead of against it. A way that helps you keep going, keep moving, keep living.
And then there are times when adaptation does not feel inspiring at all.
Why Equipment?
Equipment at Mobilates is led by Suzanne and Leanne, offering two distinct styles of a 30-minute class that support strength, mobility, functional movement, and confidence. Suzanne currently leads one session per week, while Leanne runs two. Each approach gives participants the chance to experience different benefits in a safe, enjoyable, and accessible way. Both classes use music and equipment — including light weights, resistance bands, and balls — but the style and structure differ….
Moving with Confidence – Pilates for Chronic Health Conditions: Fibromyalgia
At Mobilates we embrace everyone’s individuality and provide a person-centred approach to exercise activities. Below you will find details about Fibromyalgia — a condition that some of our members live with. You’ll find some information about the condition alongside practical tips on exercising while staying safe and supported. Definition: What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes widespread pain and tenderness throughout the body . It’s considered a chronic pain…
Moving with Confidence – Pilates for Chronic Health Conditions: Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
At Mobilates we embrace everyone’s individuality and provide a person-centred approach to exercise activities. Below you will find details about Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) – a condition that some of our members live with. You’ll find some information about the condition alongside some top tips on exercising whilst staying safe and supported. Definition: What is POTS? Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition where your heart rate rises very quickly…
Why Love to Move?
Love to Move at Mobilates is led and adapted by Suzanne to support brain health, confidence, and functional movement in a way that feels joyful, social, and achievable. While the original Love to Move programme was created to support people living with dementia, Suzanne uses the same evidence-based principles proactively — helping members build and strengthen new neural pathways , improve proprioception (the body’s awareness of where it is in space), and manage brain fog, coordination…