Caroline Clarke - Postural Alignment Specialist

Caroline Clarke - Postural Alignment Specialist Heal your Pain - Caroline Clarke, Postural Alignment Specialist uses proven techniques to bring your body back to a pain free state.

18/06/2026

A little bit of downtime is so important.

Yesterday, I met up with some friends who are farmers, just like us. Between us, we’ve milked cows, shovelled muck, worked long days, and seen just about everything farming can throw at you! The stories were absolutely hilarious, and I laughed so much over lunch. Thank you both for such a lovely catch-up.

Then last night, we had another catch-up with the people Zoie, Jan and I have trained in KCR. These sessions are all about building confidence and helping people work through anything they’re feeling a little unsure about.

One thing I often see is people becoming nervous when they work alongside doctors and other healthcare professionals. Doctors do an amazing job, but they don’t do what we do, just as we don’t do what they do. We’re not medical professionals, and we never pretend to be. What we do understand is posture, alignment, and how the body moves.

If the body is out of alignment, joints can become overloaded, muscles work harder than they should, and pain often follows. Helping people understand that, and giving them the confidence to trust what they know, is a big part of our training.

So today I’m feeling grateful—for good friends, lots of laughter, and the opportunity to help others grow in confidence.

Have a wonderful day everyone.

17/06/2026

Just a little bit of fun today!

It’s raining again here in Devon, and because the electricity lines are being worked on, we had no power at home. So this morning’s class was taught from one of my clients’ houses instead – thank you, Chloe!

It certainly makes you appreciate the people out there working on the lines in weather like this. Not the nicest day to be up a pole trying to keep everyone connected!

Thankfully, classes still went ahead, and I’ve got another one coming up this evening.

Whatever the weather throws at us, we keep moving! ☔️😊

16/06/2026

Pain isn’t always where the problem is.

One of the biggest mistakes therapists can make is focusing only on where the pain is showing up. Very often, pain is referred from somewhere else in the body.

I was recently helping a good friend who was experiencing severe pain across the front of her chest and through her intercostal muscles. It felt so intense that she thought she might be having a heart attack.

She absolutely did the right thing and went to A&E to get checked out. Thankfully, everything was clear.

What was actually happening was that her thoracic spine and rib cage had become extremely tight. What happens at the back of the body often affects what happens at the front. The restriction through her thoracic area was creating pain and tension around the chest.

Through specific mobility exercises, stretching, and diaphragmatic breathing, we were able to help release the tension and improve how her body was moving and functioning.

This is why it’s so important to look at the whole body rather than just chasing symptoms. The site of the pain is not always the source of the problem.

Always get chest pain checked by a medical professional first, but remember that once serious causes have been ruled out, movement, breathing, posture, and alignment can often play a significant role in recovery.

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15/06/2026

“My work is so rewarding, and I genuinely love what I do. I’ve worked with quite a few clients today, and although I’m feeling a little tired, I’m doing great. Seeing people improve, move better, and gain confidence in their bodies makes every day worthwhile.

I’ve got Squad coming up shortly, followed by another client and then a class this evening, so it’s a busy day as always. I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Thank you to all my wonderful clients for trusting me to be part of your journey. Every person I work with teaches me something, and I feel incredibly lucky to do the work I love.

Right, on to the next session! Speak soon.”

13/06/2026

One of the most important things I tell my clients is this: if you’ve been given a personal routine by me, please do it.

Your routine is there for a reason. It helps keep you on track between classes and appointments. Even if you come to classes regularly, your daily routine is what helps create lasting change.

We should all be moving every day. Whether it’s walking, running, Pilates, yoga, my Postural Alignment classes, or a combination of different activities, movement is essential. When we stop doing what our bodies need, they have a habit of returning to their old patterns.

Over the years, I’ve seen so many bodies improve dramatically, but I’ve also seen what happens when people stop doing their personal exercises. Before adding more exercise or increasing activity, we need to make sure the body is working correctly and maintaining the improvements we’ve achieved.

At the moment, I’m working with a young girl with moderate scoliosis. We’re now about three months into her programme, and it’s fascinating to see how her body is responding. Up until now, she has been compensating and guarding. As her posture improves, we’re starting to see the real weakness on one side of her body. One side simply isn’t working as efficiently as the other, and now we can address that imbalance properly. This is exactly why consistency matters—sometimes the body has to reveal what’s really going on before we can fully correct it.

So, if you’ve been given a routine, stick with it. Those small daily habits make all the difference.

And as always, please like, share, and follow if you think someone else could benefit from learning more about their body.

I’m especially excited today because I actually have this afternoon and tomorrow off—a rare opportunity to rest and recharge!

Have a wonderful day everyone. ❤️

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12/06/2026

Feeling so grateful for the dream team I’m lucky enough to work alongside. 💙

First, there’s Casey Lyon, founder of Out Relief — an incredible website that’s completely free for anyone to use and forms the foundation of so much of our training. Casey is one of the most generous people you’ll ever meet, always there in the background supporting, encouraging, and sharing an amazing depth of knowledge.

Then there’s Zoe Gardner from Realign in Worcestershire. As a nurse, Zoe brings invaluable medical expertise to everything we do. She’s absolutely fantastic with debriefing and has such a calm, professional approach that makes a real difference.

And now we’ve got Jan Squire, an international golf caddie and our IT superstar! Jan brings so much positivity, energy, and technical know-how to the team. She’s an absolute joy to have involved in any training situation.

Together, the four of us make a pretty special team. Different skills, different backgrounds, but a shared passion for helping others learn, grow, and succeed.

I genuinely love working with these incredible women. What a team! 🙌

12/06/2026

One of the most important things I’ve learned over the years is the value of truly listening to your clients.

My clients are so much more than people I work with. They become part of my extended family. I care about their lives, their challenges, their successes, and the journeys they are on. We support each other, and that connection is incredibly special.

Whether someone is adapting to a new way of eating, managing an injury, dealing with life’s ups and downs, or exploring different forms of exercise alongside my classes, being there for them is what matters most. It’s never just about posture or movement—it’s about the whole person.

This morning I was working with one of my lovely clients in New Zealand. A slightly earlier start for me at 7:20am and an evening session for her at 6:20pm, but it worked perfectly. One of the wonderful things about working online is that distance no longer matters. No matter where my clients are in the world, I can still support them on their journey.

I feel incredibly grateful for the trust my clients place in me and for the friendships that grow along the way. Listening, caring, and supporting people through life’s challenges will always be at the heart of what I do.

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11/06/2026

Today was all about keeping people moving and doing what they love.

One of my clients is one of our leading sheep shearers. He needs a second hip operation, but right now he’s still competing, so we’re working around that. The goal is to keep him on the straight and narrow until things calm down enough for surgery. A few carefully chosen exercises, keeping him in alignment, managing the pain, and helping him stay as active as possible.

Another client is also a keen competitor. As we get into our later years – whether that’s 55, 60, 70 and beyond – our bodies need a little more support. Her back had become very arched, and after surgery we’re now in the rehabilitation phase. Slow and steady is the key. We’re stabilising, strengthening, and allowing the body time to recover. It won’t happen overnight, but it will get better.

One thing I always remind my clients is that movement matters. Yes, walking up a hill might make you puff a bit more these days, but keep going. Every step counts.

Remember, you’re never on your own. My clients know they can reach out to me any time after 6 o’clock in the morning. I might not be much use after 8 o’clock at night, but during the day I’m always happy to help.

Take care and keep moving.
— Caroline

10/06/2026

Just a quick Instagram catch-up from me today.

I’ve finally decided to bite the bullet and buy myself a new Apple laptop! My current one has definitely gone into slow-motion mode, and it’s becoming a bit of a challenge. Once I’ve got the new one set up and running, I’ll take the old one into Apple and see if they can replace the battery. It would be nice to keep it as my backup for emergencies.

I’m teaching classes today, which is lovely, and it’s also date day, so I’m looking forward to that too.

One thing I’ve been reflecting on is how important it is to listen to our bodies. I taught all weekend, and normally I have Saturday afternoon and Sunday to recharge. This weekend was full-on, and by Monday I was absolutely shattered. It actually took me until Tuesday to recover, and only now do I feel completely back to myself.

I think as we get older, we have to be honest with ourselves. We can’t always stay on the treadmill at the pace we used to. My hamster wheel had to slow down a little this week, and that’s okay. Sometimes rest is just as important as action.

Anyway, that’s my little update for today.

Don’t forget to share this with anyone who might need the reminder to slow down and listen to themselves.

Speak to you soon.

Love you lots. ❤️

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09/06/2026

Oh my goodness, what a training weekend we’ve had!

It’s only this morning that I’ve finally been able to catch my breath. Yesterday I was exhausted, but today I’m feeling back to my mojo again.

The weekend was packed with learning, teaching, questions, discoveries and plenty of laughter. What it reinforced for me is just how powerful group learning can be. One-to-one sessions are fantastic, but when you bring people together in a room, something special happens. Everyone asks different questions, everyone sees things from a different perspective, and we all learn from each other.

We’re now looking at opening up some two-day training events specifically for clients who simply want to understand more about themselves, their posture, their movement and how this whole process works. Knowledge is empowering, and people love understanding why they’re improving, not just that they are.

I also have to give a huge shout-out to our incredible team.

Jan is our newest recruit to the training team. Her IT expertise, positivity and enthusiasm are absolutely infectious and have brought so much energy to the group.

Zoe is simply a star. Her passion, knowledge and support make such a difference to everyone she works with.

And then there’s Casey, joining us from the USA. He’s our mentor, the person we turn to whenever we hit a challenge or need guidance. His experience and wisdom are invaluable.

When I look at what we’re building together, I genuinely believe we have the best team in the world.

Thank you to everyone who attended, watched online, supported us, and shared the journey with friends and family. We couldn’t do it without you.

Here’s to the next training weekend!

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