“Despite My Rheumatoid Arthritis, I’m Now More Flexible and Toned Than I’ve Ever Been!

I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis 2 years ago and was put on a lot of medication to control my disease. At the age of 21 it worried me that I would have to take this for the rest of my life, so I decided I needed to work a lot harder to gain control and stop the disease taking over. I was then recommended to try Yoga as it will help to increase my bone density and strengthen my whole body. I had no previous experience of Yoga, I didn’t even know it could have incredible results; I was just so focused on trying anything that could help.

I started my Yoga practice with Abbie in June last year and I could see a huge improvement within the first 3 months. I have become a lot stronger bodily and also mentally. It has been amazing for me, as I couldn’t do most of the things I am achieving now. What has helped me the most is the determination and dedication of Abbie herself – when I come to my classes I feel that I’m also getting time with someone who really cares and wants to help – that in itself is amazing for me as I have found it hard at times coping with RA.

What I enjoy most about my class, is how Abbie makes it so personalised for me, and how pleased she is when I do well, I get a real sense of achievement. When I leave I feel very positive and relaxed. Yoga has helped my condition completely. I am a lot stronger than I ever imagined I could be since having RA. It’s been amazing and I recommend Abbie and her Yoga classes to as many people as I can.”

Loretta – beauty therapist