Feel strong, confident and back in control of your body.
Coaching that meets you where you are — without judgement, without crash plans, without shame.
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Heather Mack is a personal trainer, weight loss coach and menopause specialist based in Plymouth, working with women across Devon, Cornwall and the wider South West — and supporting clients UK-wide through online coaching. She founded Pause Training because she saw too many women in midlife being failed by generic fitness advice — plans built for younger bodies, diets that stop working, and gyms that feel intimidating rather than welcoming.
Her approach is grounded, evidence-based and deeply personal. Whether you're navigating perimenopause, post-menopause, or coming off weight loss injections and unsure what comes next, you'll find a coach who understands the territory — and a programme built around the body and life you have now.
From hands-on personal training to flexible online programmes, transformational coaching and dedicated nutrition support — choose the path that fits where you are right now.
Private, focused sessions designed entirely around your body, your history and your goals. Progressive strength work, mobility and confidence-building — at a pace that suits you.
Flexible, structured programmes delivered through an easy-to-use app. Workouts, video demos and weekly check-ins so you can train around your life, wherever you are.
Deeper than training alone. A holistic programme combining movement, mindset, habits and accountability — designed for lasting change, not quick fixes.
Evidence-based nutrition coaching for the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and beyond. Less about restriction, more about fuelling strength, energy and long-term health.
You're not on your own. If you've used Mounjaro, Wegovy or similar treatments and want to keep your progress — or you're worried about losing muscle, energy or stability when coming off — Heather offers tailored coaching to help you build a sustainable foundation, alongside or after injections.
A simple, low-pressure process. No pushy sales, no commitment until you're sure it's the right fit.
Call, message or use the form below. Share as much or as little as feels right.
A relaxed, no-obligation chat to understand your goals, history and what you need.
A tailored programme built around your life, body and the service that suits you best.
Regular sessions, check-ins and adjustments as you grow stronger and more confident.
[Placeholder testimonial] I came to Heather feeling completely disconnected from my body. Six months in, I'm stronger than I've been in a decade and actually look forward to training.
[Placeholder testimonial] Heather understands menopause properly. For the first time I feel like my training is working with my body, not against it.
[Placeholder testimonial] After my injection journey I was terrified of putting weight back on. Heather built me a plan that worked — and I feel stronger now than during the medication.
[Placeholder testimonial] The online programme fits around my work and family. I never thought I'd be this consistent — or this strong.
Not at all. Most clients come to Pause Training after a long break from exercise — or never really having one. Every programme starts exactly where you are, with no assumption of fitness, experience or kit. The goal is steady progress, not catching up.
It's one of the most important things you can do. Strength training supports bone density, muscle mass, metabolic health and mood — all of which are affected by falling oestrogen. The key is appropriate programming, which is exactly what you'll get here.
Absolutely — this is a specialism. Whether you're currently on Mounjaro, Wegovy or similar, planning to come off, or already off and unsure how to maintain, you'll get coaching designed around your situation. The focus is on protecting muscle, building strength and creating sustainable habits.
In and around Plymouth, with travel possible to nearby towns including Plympton, Plymstock, Ivybridge, Tavistock and Kingsbridge in Devon, and Saltash, Torpoint, Liskeard, Launceston and Bodmin across the Tamar in Cornwall. Clients further afield in South Devon (Newton Abbot, Totnes, Teignmouth, Torquay, Paignton) and East Devon (Exeter, Exmouth, Sidmouth, Honiton, Ottery St Mary, Cullompton, Crediton) are equally welcome — many in those areas choose to work with Heather online instead. Exact location and travel arrangements are confirmed when you get in touch.
You'll get a structured programme delivered through a coaching app, with video demos for every exercise, weekly check-ins and direct messaging access to Heather. Workouts can be adjusted for home or gym, minimal kit or full kit.
Start with a free, no-obligation chat. You can ask anything, share what's on your mind, and decide afterwards whether you'd like to go further. No pressure, no hard sell.
Send a message, give Heather a call, or drop into the DMs on Instagram. However works best for you.