WildStrong Kingsbarns

28/11/2025

Impact training gets talked about a lot, usually in the context of jumping, plyometrics, or “high-impact exercise” that many people understandably avoid.

In this session, we’ll look at how impact (big and small) helps build bone density, why upper-body impact matters just as much as lower-body impact, and how to approach it safely if you’re starting from scratch.

Who it’s for: Anyone curious about bone health, wrist strength, ankle resilience, falls confidence, or how to train impact safely at home - especially if you’ve avoided impact for years or haven’t known where to start.

Why it’s useful:Impact is one of the strongest signals we can give our bones to stay strong as we age. And with the right progressions, it’s far more accessible (and gentler) than most people think.

What the science says:We’ll look at what’s well-researched (lower-body), what’s emerging (upper-body), what’s still unknown, and what the studies miss when it comes to real-world movement.

Where you can start:We’ll share simple, adaptable progressions for both the upper and lower body - from wall work to gentle drops, from wrist exploration to crawling and loaded carries.

If you want stronger bones, more confidence on uneven ground, or a better understanding of how your body adapts to impact over time, this one is for you.

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30/10/2025

Huge thanks to the Courier for this great write up about our Friday morning groups - the photos are fantastic!

The free Nature Moves sessions take place every Friday morning.

30/10/2025

Brilliant 4 day course with this lovely lot in the Peak District.

Thanks for trusting us and bringing all your curiosity, questions and laughter.

09/10/2025

Some unbelievable sunsets after class at the moment.

As we head into the first sessions of darkness and spot lights, it’s pretty magical to have this as the backdrop.

So many great questions about bone density lately, we’ve pulled together a wee guide on what the latest science says and how you can start building your bone density.

More to follow, until then, enjoy the skies ❤️

25/08/2025

We start to avoid movement because of pain, injury, or fear of injury.

But it’s rarely a one-way street, pain- or fear-free movement is possible, with the right space to explore.

HUGE thanks to our members for sharing their stories for this article. (Full article now on the website)💕💕

If you’d like to feel stronger, more confident, and supported in trying new things, we’d love to see you, just drop us a message.

25/08/2025

Huge thanks to Eleanor for contributing to this article and to Lynne and her mum Hazel from WWildStrong Falkland
https://wildstrong.co/news/the-stories-that-shape-how-we-move

Eleanor had a double knee replacement sixteen years ago. After her operation, kneeling felt painful and uncomfortable, so she stopped. Not because she couldn’t, but because the pain became a warning, then a habit, then a rule. A quiet barrier that shaped how she moved through the world, or didn’...

15/08/2025

Spending time in nature- it never fails to amaze me how much better I feel when I spend time outdoors - come rain or shine.

14/08/2025

All classes are back this week! 🌿

We’re easing back in after the long school holidays. how are you doing?🫠

This week’s line-up:

📅 Mon 6pm – Strength & Conditioning
Our most advanced class, blending progressive strength training, conditioning & skill work.

📅 Wed 6pm – Gentle Strength & Mobility
Midweek mellow — perfect for keeping things moving without pushing too hard.

📅 Fri 9:30am – Movements for Life
Part of our programme, focused on practical skills that make everyday life easier.

A fresh 4-week block for newcomers starts next week. Late summer is the perfect time to join in.

See you in under the trees,

Gill x

17/07/2025

It might seem odd to see a group of older adults playing one-on-one football in a park, especially with a tennis ball and some questionable rules about catching it mid-game.

But really, that says more about our society than it does about them.

We first introduced ball skills on a cold, wet day when our planned session on rolling and falling wasn’t going to work. This was Plan B.

And within minutes, they were throwing, kicking, laughing and completely absorbed.
We’ve been using ball games ever since.

Teaching falls confidence is much about practice, discovery and exposure to movements we haven’t done in years, and reconnecting with what our bodies are capable of.

After years of teaching in more structured, rule-based movement and exercise, it’s a joy to give people movement tasks instead, and watch the problem-solving, creativity, and chaos unfold.

Catch our Nature Moves classes on Friday mornings 9:30

01/07/2025

Easy to forget this sometimes👇

We first came across this quote in Todd Hargrove’s brilliant book A Guide to Better Movement, which we come back to again and again.

It comes from Oliver Sachs the neurologist, - author of Awakenings and The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, amongst others- who was also a record-setting powerlifter.

In his words, “There was a joy in exertion, a joy in making the muscles work, a joy in just moving.”

We say this all the time, but it’s worth repeating as sometimes it get forgotten in amongst the noise - Movement is food for your brain.

And not just repetitive sets and reps, the brain thrives on novelty, play, and challenge.

So today, what’s one small, weird, or joyful movement you could try?
⚖️ Balance along the edge of the pavement
🧍‍♂️ Hop across your office..
🤸‍♀️ Crawl to washing machine
🔄 Reach somewhere awkward
Or if you’re working out regularly, is there an element of novelty you can add in to programming?

Keep it weird and playful.

(And yes — Todd’s coming on the Playful Nature podcast next month 👀🎧)

23/06/2025

Free webinar this Wednesday x