You've Tried Everything—But Your Pain Keeps Coming Back
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Go beyond managing knee, back, hip or shoulder pain. I help you build the strength that supports your joints, safely and at your pace.
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist · Rehab-U Movement & Performance Therapy Specialist · ★ 5.0 on Google
What Happens In Your Trial
What Happens In Your Trial
60 Minutes. Assessment And Training. No Experience Needed.
I ask where you feel pain and what aggravates it.
We try some exercises together, at a level that suits you.
I talk you through how I'd approach your first 8 weeks.
Wear comfortable clothes you can move in. The trial is HK$600, with no pressure to continue.
The Missing Piece:
Progressive Strength That Complements Your Care
The Missing Piece:
Progressive Strength That Complements Your Care
You've put real time and money into getting better: physiotherapy, Pilates, massage, chiropractic care. Many people feel better for a while, then the pain returns.
That care matters, and I'm not here to replace it. I'm the strength piece that complements it.
Treatment can relieve pain and restore movement. Strength training helps the muscles around your knees, hips, back and shoulders support you better in daily life.
If you've been told to strengthen your glutes or engage your core, I can show you how to do that step by step, with weights that suit you.
I've worked with dozens of clients who were told their pain was something to manage. Your body isn't broken. The muscles that support your joints may simply need more progressive training, and that's something we can work on together.
How I Help
How I Help
I teach you to:
Lift from the floor safely, to support your lower back.
Squat and move from sitting to standing with control, for stairs, hiking and getting up from the floor.
Build strong hips and glutes that steady your pelvis.
Press and pull to support your shoulders, neck and upper back.
This isn't about fancy corrective exercises. It's about building functional strength that supports your joints, whether you've already tried physio, Pilates and massage or you're starting fresh.
As your strength grows, many clients find everyday movement gets easier and more comfortable.
Is This Right For You?
Is This Right For You?
This Is For You If:
You've spent months or years on physiotherapy, Pilates, massage or chiropractic care, and you feel better for a short time before the pain returns.
You've been told to strengthen your glutes or engage your core, but no one has shown you how to build up gradually with real weights.
You want to hike Dragon's Back, play with your kids on the floor, carry groceries comfortably or keep up in group classes, and pain gets in the way.
You're ready to add strength to your stretching and foam rolling.
You understand your body well, maybe from corrective work or rehab, and want help building strength on top of that foundation.
You're 40 or over and want to train smartly for the long term, rather than pushing to exhaustion as you might have in your twenties.
This Is Not For You If:
You're looking for a quick fix or a 30-day pain challenge. Real strength takes time.
You want someone to massage, stretch or adjust you. I'm a strength coach, not a therapist, though I work closely with physios and bodyworkers when needed.
You're dealing with an acute injury or post-surgical rehab that needs medical clearance. I work with clients who have been cleared by their doctor to strength train.
FAQs
FAQs
Q: Won't lifting weights make my pain worse?
A: It's the concern I hear most, and it's a fair one. Uncontrolled, poorly loaded movement can aggravate pain. Progressive training done with care starts light, builds gradually and respects your limits, so we go at the pace your body allows.
Q: I've tried strength training before and it didn't help. How is this different?
A: Generic programs don't account for your pain patterns. I design your program around where you feel pain, what aggravates it, and which progressions you can build on while keeping symptoms as settled as possible. It's tailored to you, not a template.
Q: Do I need to stop seeing my physio, massage therapist or chiropractor?
A: No. I work alongside your care team. Many of my clients keep seeing their physio or bodyworker and come to me for the strength component. Think of me as the person who helps you build on what they've started.
Q: How long before I see results?
A: It varies from person to person. At your trial I'll give you an honest view of what looks realistic for you and how I'd plan your first 8 weeks. I don't make promises before I've assessed you.
Q: What if I've never lifted weights before?
A: That's a good place to start. Many of my clients are new to strength training or feel nervous about the gym. We begin with foundational movements, such as standing up from a chair, bending from the hips and rowing, and progress at your pace. You won't be thrown into a bootcamp. This is controlled, smart training for longevity.
How We'll Work Together
How We'll Work Together
Option 1: Trial Session (HK$600)
In 60 minutes I assess where you feel pain and what aggravates it, your strength and mobility, what you've already tried, and your goals, such as hiking Dragon's Back or playing with your kids on the floor. Then I show you how I'd approach your first 8 weeks. No pressure, just a session to see if we're the right fit.
Option 2: 12-Week Strength Program
24 sessions over 12 consecutive weeks, customised to your pain patterns and goals. Join within a week of your trial to lock this rate; your start date can be up to 3 months later.
What's Included:
2x/week in-person sessions in Central
Progressive strength programming that builds joint-supporting muscles at a pace your body can manage
Learn to lift, squat, bend, press and pull safely
Mobility and stability work specific to your pain
WhatsApp support between sessions
Your physio or doctor can stay in the loop
Investment: HK$25,500 for 12 weeks (24 sessions)
Train for Longevity—Not Just Pain Management
Train for Longevity—Not Just Pain Management
Training today doesn't need to look like it did in your twenties. If you care about joint health and enjoying exercise for decades, it pays to train smart.
You've spent months or years managing your pain with stretching, massage and temporary relief. Now we can build the strength that supports your joints.
Whether you want to hike Dragon's Back, play on the floor with your kids or carry groceries comfortably, I'll show you how to build strength that respects your body.
About Your Coach, Jacqui
About Your Coach, Jacqui
I'm Jacqui. I help people rebuild strength and confidence around chronic pain, using tailored, controlled progression rather than one-size-fits-all programming. I also live with scoliosis, which shapes how I approach pain, structure and safe movement.
My training is grounded in:
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist — trained to identify and correct the postural imbalances behind chronic pain
Rehab-U Movement & Performance Therapy Specialist — specialized training in rehabilitative movement for pain and structural conditions
FES: Training Older Adults (Level 1 & 2) — safe, age-appropriate strength training for adults 40+
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