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Making Movement Accessible: Working with Community Partners
By Kim Cagna on 25 October 2026
Making movement accessible through community partnerships A walk, a chat, some fresh air and a chance to move together. Exercise doesn’t have to be complicated to be valuable. The walking group pictured here is funded by Walking Scotland, and I became involved through Fountainbridge Canalside Community Trust. It’s a lovely example of why working with charities and community organisations is such an important part of what I do at Jump Edinburgh. I’m passionate about making exercise accessible. For me, that means thinking beyond a traditional fitness class and finding ways to bring movement to people in settings where they feel comfortable, supported and welcome. Working together to reach people Community organisations bring relationships, local knowledge and an understanding of the people they support. I bring my experience of adapting exercise and making movement enjoyable. Together, we can create opportunities that fit the group. Through my work with Edinburgh and Lothians Greenspace Trust, I help people get moving in their outdoor spaces. Sometimes that means adding movement activities to an outdoor event. At other times, I work with their Branching Out programme, supporting groups of people referred through the NHS who are experiencing mental health difficulties. These sessions are about making space for people to take part at their own pace, without pressure to perform or keep up with anyone else. Read More ...
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Best Exercise for Perimenopause and Menopause: What Really Helps?
By Kim Cagna on 13 September 2026
Best Exercise for Perimenopause and Menopause: What really helps? If exercise suddenly feels different in your 40s or 50s, you are not imagining it. Read More ...
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What Is VO₂ Max—and Should I Bring Back My Weekly HIIT Class?
By Kim Cagna on 15 August 2026
What Is VO₂ Max—and Should I Bring Back My Weekly HIIT Class? Recently, one of my clients told me that his VO₂ max had gone down since I stopped teaching my weekly HIIT class. Read More ...
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Senior Fitness Edinburgh | It's Never Too Late to Exercise
By Kim Cagna on 27 July 2026
Why It's Never Too Late to Start Exercising Have you ever caught yourself thinking… "I'm too old to start." "My knees aren't what they used to be." "I have arthritis, Parkinson's, diabetes (or another health condition) so exercise probably isn't for me." If that sounds familiar, I have some good news. It's never too late to start moving, and your body can benefit at any age. As a Senior Fitness Instructor in Edinburgh, I've had the privilege of working with people in their 60s, 70s, 80s and even 90s. Many of them were nervous when they came to their first class. Some hadn't exercised for years. Others were living with long-term health conditions and worried they'd slow everyone down. Today they're stronger, more confident and, perhaps most importantly, enjoying themselves. Read More ...
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Why Social Connection Is One of the Best Things About Our Senior Fitness Classes in Edinburgh
By Kim Cagna on 21 July 2026
Why Social Connection Is One of the Best Things About Our Senior Fitness Classes in Edinburgh Last week, our senior fitness class swapped trainers for theatre shoes as we headed into Edinburgh to watch Everybody's Talking About Jamie. The reason for the trip made it even more special. One of our lovely members' grandson was performing in the show, and we all wanted to be there to support him. He was absolutely fabulous. As I looked around the theatre, I realised this is what our classes are really about. Yes, we exercise together every week. We work on strength, balance, mobility and cardiovascular fitness. We laugh our way through circuits, challenge ourselves and celebrate each other's progress. But something much bigger has grown alongside the exercise. Friendships. Read More ...
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Why Balance Matters More Than You Think
By Kim Cagna on 14 July 2026
Why Balance Matters More Than You Think When people think about staying healthy, they often focus on strength, weight loss or cardio fitness. But there's another area that's just as important—especially as we get older—and that's balance. The good news? Balance isn't something you're simply born with. Like strength, flexibility and fitness, it can be improved with regular practice. Whether you're in your 60s, 70s, 80s or beyond, spending just a few minutes each week working on your balance can make everyday life easier, help you feel more confident and reduce your risk of falls. Read More ...
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Why Women in Morningside Are Choosing Community Fitness Over Gyms
By Kim Cagna on 06 July 2026
Why Women in Morningside Are Choosing Community Fitness Over Gyms If you've ever joined a gym with the best intentions, only to stop going a few weeks later, you're definitely not alone. Read More ...
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Why outdoor exercise feels so food for your body and mind
By Kim Cagna on 25 April 2026
There’s something special about taking your workout outside. Whether it’s a bootcamp in the park, a brisk walk, outdoor Boxercise, or strength training in the fresh air, exercising outdoors can boost both your physical and mental wellbeing. Read More ...
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