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Health by Science is a physio-led movement clinic in Leith, Edinburgh. Health by Science Personal Training is a specialist coaching studio in Leith, Edinburgh.
Personal training, physiotherapy, sports massage and strength-led rehab, built around how you move. Our personal trainers and strength coaches help busy parents and professionals build strength and move better. Book a Movement MOT at 98 Giles Street, EH6 6BZ.
Sensory shifts that neurotypical individuals barely notice can feel overwhelming to autistic people.
Walking into a bright, dry gym from a dark, wet winter day can feel like turning the volume up to maximum on someone’s senses.
Key factors to consider for autistic individuals in a gym setting include sensory stimuli and navigating group dynamics and social cues.
01/10/2026
Personal training and physiotherapy should never be one-size-fits-all.
Inclusive, person-centered support means understanding how sensory shifts—like moving from a cold, dark afternoon into a bright gym—can cause sensory overload.
Effective coaching takes into account each individual’s unique needs, from managing environmental stimuli to navigating social cues in group settings.
01/10/2026
Food education is about empowering your choices, not guilt-tripping your diet.
Understanding which foods are whole foods and which proteins contain all the essential amino acids helps you:
Recover better after workouts
Improve muscle mass
Stay full for longer
Knowing some foods offer superior nutrition gives you options. But feeling like a failure or deserving punishment for eating a donut isn’t healthy—it’s the start of disordered thinking.
Use food knowledge to fuel your body, not to shame yourself.
Ready to optimize your training?
Our Movement MOT gives you personalised guidance tailored to your specific goals—whether you’re training for an ultramarathon or just looking to move better in daily life.
Plus, we build your custom exercise plan around the equipment you already have at home.
No new gear. No gym subscription required. Just expert guidance to help you move better.
29/09/2026
Understand the core terminology of plyometrics to help classify exercises, program effectively, and cue movements with precision.
Here is a quick breakdown of key plyometric movements:
Jump: A two-legged movement, such as a broad jump or vertical jump.
Hop: Taking off and landing on the same leg (e.g., right leg to right leg).
Bound: Transferring force from one leg to the other.
Catch: Bracing for impact to absorb load safely upon landing, similar to a gymnast sticking a landing.
Distinguishing between true physical hunger and an emotional craving changes everything.
At Health by Science, we help you master buildable, sustainable habits so you can tune into your body’s true signals, handle cravings without guilt, and foster a balanced relationship with food that actually lasts. Real progress comes from understanding your body, not fighting against it.
Drop a 🧠 in the comments if you’re ready to trade quick fixes for habits that stand the test of time.
25/09/2026
How Autism Impacts Personal Training & Physio Sessions
Autism Spectrum Disorder affects how individuals process sensory input and interact socially, which plays a major role in personal training and physio environments.
Clients may experience sensory overload from loud gym environments or intense physical sensations, or find it challenging to navigate communication and social cues.
Understanding these unique needs allows personal trainers and physiotherapists to adapt their approach, create comfortable training spaces, and deliver more supportive care.
Internal & External Shoulder Rotation: Initial Mobility Assessment
Test your shoulder flexibility and joint mobility in under 30 seconds! Take a video from behind to capture your baseline.
How to Perform:
- Setup: Stand tall and extend one arm straight overhead.
- Top Arm: Bend your elbow, place your palm at the base of your neck, and slide it down between your shoulder blades.
- Bottom Arm: Reach behind your lower back with your other arm, sliding your palm up toward your upper back.
- Ex*****on: Reach both hands toward each other and try to bring your fingertips together. Switch sides to test both shoulders.
Signs of Stiffness to Watch For:
- Inability to touch your fingertips together
- Difficulty positioning your top arm down between your shoulder blades
- Limited reach from the bottom arm up the middle of your back
Where Do You Score?
Common: A noticeable gap between fingertips or struggling to reach behind your back.
Rare: Fingertips barely touching or only touching on one side.
Epic: Full finger overlap comfortably on both sides.
Comment below: Are you starting at Common, Rare, or Epic? Save this post and re-test your form in 4 weeks to track your progress!
Rediscovering the joy of movement with David.
Focusing on more than just strength: While strength and lifting more was the initial goal, training evolved to include hopping, skipping, and jumping.
Relearning lost skills: After realising he had forgotten how to properly jump on one leg in his 40s, David rediscovered the ability to hop, roll, and jump over obstacles.
The “Kid Again” feeling: Training has brought back the excitement of being a kid, from pulling yourself into a tree to the simple “wow” of realising what your body can still do.
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98 Giles Street, Leith
Edinburgh
EH66BZ
Opening Hours
| Monday | 6am - 10pm |
| Tuesday | 6am - 10pm |
| Wednesday | 6am - 10pm |
| Thursday | 6am - 10pm |
| Friday | 6am - 10pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 8pm |
| Sunday | 8am - 8pm |
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