Julie Clark Nutrition

19/06/2026

📝How did you score?

The sitting-rising test sounds simple. But it measures strength, mobility, balance, coordination, and muscle power all at once, which is why researchers found it so strongly linked to longevity.

The good news: no matter how you scored, you can get better at it!

✅ Mobility improves with practice
✅ Balance responds to targeted training
✅ Strength builds at every age

If you’re experiencing stiff joints, poor balance, or feeling weaker than you used to, this is exactly where to focus.

18/06/2026

🎙️ Far 2 Fabulous — Episode 125 is LIVE!

Pilates Isn't Supposed To Look Like That! Why Instagram fitness might be stopping women from starting....

Pilates has exploded on social media, and while we love seeing more people discover movement, we are tired of the flawless, filtered, “picture-perfect” workout videos. Matching n**e sets, zero wobbles, zero sweat, zero reality. That version of fitness culture is unrealistic, often edited, and it can stop real people from even starting because they think they do not look right or will do it wrong. We talk about what Pilates is actually for: building strength safely, starting small, and progressing at your own pace.

To listen, simply search Far 2 Fabulous on any podscast hosting platform.

17/06/2026

One of my clients told me she felt like her body was “aging faster” than it should…

Nothing crazy… just lower energy, slower recovery, that kind of thing.

So we ran her through a quick “biological age” check.

Her reaction?

“Wait… that actually explains a lot.” 😅

I turned it into a simple calculator you can use too.

Takes like a minute.

👉 Calculate your biological age here: Follow me & Comment CALC to access.

16/06/2026

Has your body felt a little slower to react lately? There is a reason for that, and it has nothing to do with "just getting older."

It comes down to one fitness quality that starts fading before most people even notice: power.

The ability to move quickly, catch yourself, react fast, and feel in control of your body.

The good news: it responds to training at every age.

Start here this week:

✅ Fast sit-to-stands
✅ Quick step-ups
✅ Ball slams (or pillow slams!)
✅ Dancing, tennis, or golf

Anything that makes your body move with speed and intention counts!

15/06/2026

A few people asked to see the performances from the British Adult Gymnastics Championships, so here they are....

When people think about health, they often think about numbers on a scale, blood test results, supplements, or avoiding illness.

But for me, health has always been about something much bigger.

It's about being able to live fully.

It's about having the energy to say yes to opportunities.

The strength to do the things you love.

The confidence to challenge yourself.

The resilience to get back up when things don't go to plan.

And the freedom to keep creating memories and experiences that make you feel alive.

This weekend was a perfect example of that.

At 54 years old, I was able to step onto the competition floor at the British Adult Gymnastics Championships, perform skills I've spent months working on, compete alongside incredible athletes, experience the highs, the lows, the nerves, the excitement, the tears, the laughter—and come away with memories I'll treasure.

Some moments went brilliantly. Some didn't. That's sport.

But the real win wasn't the medals.

The real win was being there.

Doing something I love.

Still learning. Still improving. Still challenging myself.

Because that's what good health gives us.

Not just more years in our life, but more life in our years.

And that's exactly why I'm so passionate about helping others improve their health and wellbeing.

Not so they can be "perfect."

But so they can live fully, whatever that looks like for them.

Whether that's running a marathon, travelling the world, playing with grandchildren, starting a new hobby, returning to a sport they once loved, or simply waking up each day with the energy to enjoy life.

Health is not the destination.

It's the vehicle that allows us to live the life we want.

Here are a few highlights from a weekend that reminded me exactly why that matters. ❤️🤸♀️

15/06/2026

🥈🥈 Two silver medals at the British Adult Gymnastics Championships this weekend – one in trampolining and one in artistic gymnastics.

But the moment I'll remember most isn't standing on the podium.

It's crying after beam.

Not because of my score.
Not because of my position.
Not because I didn't win.

I cried because I cared.

Beam was the piece I'd worked hardest on. I'd set myself a personal goal to perform the routine I knew I was capable of. I stuck my cartwheel, nailed my back tuck dismount, and then fell twice on skills I wouldn't normally miss.

In that moment, I felt disappointed because I knew how much work had gone into preparing for that routine.

And that's okay.

Sometimes we think tears mean failure, weakness, or that we're being dramatic. But sometimes tears simply mean something mattered.

The funny thing is, when I look back at the competition, I'm incredibly proud, I performed a brand-new vault and absolutely nailed it – probably the best I've ever done it. I came home with two silver medals and shared the floor with some truly inspirational athletes.

A special shout-out to all the incredible women competing in the 50+ categories. And especially to Jean, who competed at the age of 74 and was simply phenomenal. What an inspiration for all of us. ❤️

I'm also so grateful for my amazing teammates, my coach on the day Clare for gymnastics and Ann for trampolining, and Jess from Colchester Gymnastics Club. Jess is such a huge supporter of all of the adults and it doesn't go unnoticed. She was there for me the moment I walked off beam, and honestly, she deserves a medal herself for everything she does for our gymnastics community.

This weekend reminded me that success isn't always about the result. Sometimes it's about showing up, trying something that scares you, caring deeply, supporting each other, and getting back up when things don't go to plan.

And yes... sometimes it's about having a good cry too. ❤️🤸♀️

12/06/2026

🎥 I recently came across a video from my very first British Adult Gymnastics Championships in 2016. I was 45 then 😍

Tomorrow, almost 10 years later, I'll be stepping onto the competition floor again.

Watching that video brought back so many memories. Back then, I was just grateful to be there. I never imagined that a decade later I'd still be competing, still challenging myself, and still loving this sport.

The routines may have changed, the body certainly feels a little different, and there have been injuries, setbacks, and plenty of life in between. But the passion for gymnastics remains exactly the same.

One of the things I love most about adult gymnastics is that it reminds us that we're capable of so much more than we often give ourselves credit for. Goals don't have an age limit.

So here's a little throwback to 2016 as I get ready for the 2026 British Adult Gymnastics Championships tomorrow.

Wish me luck! 🍀🤸♀️

11/06/2026

🎙️ Far 2 Fabulous — Episode 124 is LIVE!

Hair Loss Isn't Just About Hair with Kate Holohan

Hair loss can feel like it comes out of nowhere, but the truth is usually more unsettling and more empowering: your body is trying to tell you something. We sit down with Kate Holohan, a certified trichologist and the voice behind Hair Therapy UK, to untangle what’s really going on when your ponytail feels thinner, your scalp shows through, or the shower drain suddenly looks alarming.

To listen, simply search Far 2 Fabulous on any podscast hosting platform.

09/06/2026

🎙️ Far 2 Fabulous — Episode 123 is LIVE!

Why You Feel Hungry All The Time...

In last week's episode on the Far 2 Fabulous podcast, we talk about the most common causes of constant hunger: metabolism types, blood sugar dips, and what happens when you do a lot but don’t fuel to match the demand.

Then we look at sleep debt and sugar cravings, alcohol and the next-day ravenous feeling, perimenopause appetite shifts, stress and cortisol, medication side effects, and even gut microbiome imbalances like Candida that can drive intense sugar cravings.

To listen, simply search Far 2 Fabulous on any podscast hosting platform.

05/06/2026

✨ A pinch-me moment! ✨

I was recently interviewed by British Gymnastics ahead of the Adult British Championships, and I'm honestly blown away to learn that my journey is inspiring other women to step outside their comfort zones.

If you'd told 10 year old me that I'd be competing in gymnastics in my 50s, winning national medals, and being featured by British Gymnastics, I would never have believed you.

As a nutritionist, I'm passionate about helping women understand that getting older doesn't mean becoming weaker, slower, or less capable. Our bodies are incredibly resilient when we nourish them well, move them regularly, and stop listening to the outdated messages about what women "should" be doing after 50.

Whether your goal is to run a 5K, lift weights, improve your health, or even return to a sport you loved as a child, age is not the barrier many people think it is.

Thank you to British Gymnastics for sharing my story. And thank you to everyone who follows my journey, supports my business, and reminds me that it's never too late to chase big goals.

Here's to breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and showing what's possible at every age. 💪🤸‍♀️❤️

It is just over a week until the Adult Gymnastics British Championships!! 🤸

We caught up with Julie Clark Nutrition, one of 26 women over 50, that will be competing at Lilleshall this year.

She discussed the barriers she has overcome to continue to participate and excel in the sport she loves!

🔗 Read more: https://tinyurl.com/5e5n2mxh