Sinead Mac Manus

Certified Health Coach

Here in the UK, we’re living longer than ever – but not necessarily healthier. By age 60, around 1 in 3 people will have developed a major long-term condition such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, or cancer — and by age 70, the majority of us will be living with at least one of these conditions.But the truth is, it doesn’t have to be that way.What we eat, how much we move, the quality of our sleep, and the state of our mind – these things have a powerful impact on how we age.My mantra is "Quick Wins, Big Results" and I believe that long term change starts with small daily steps. Through coaching, mentoring and support, I help men and women in midlife build sustainable and lifelong healthy habits that make a real difference. My approach is personalised, evidence-based, actionable and, importantly, fun.If you're ready to invest in your health and enjoy life to the fullest in your 50s, 60s, and beyond – I’d love to hear from you.Sinead ⭐

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What is health coaching?

“To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art.” – Francois de La Rochefoucauld.Over 23 million people in the UK are 50+ and that number will increase significantly over the next two decades. Advancements in healthcare and living standards have led to people living longer lives but at the same time, chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer and Type 2 diabetes have been on the rise and they are now the leading causes of death.So while we may be living longer lives, many of us are not enjoying those later years in good health.But the good news is that much of what contributes to these diseases is within our control. Research has shown that behaviours like eating a nutritious diet, getting enough sleep, moving and exercising, and having social support and purpose can all contribute significantly to living a longer life, free of disease.I believe health is the foundation that we build the rest of our wonderful lives on. Without it our careers, relationships and dreams suffer. My mission is to help you achieve extraordinary health and become the strongest, healthiest and happiest version of yourself so you can go out into the world and fulfill your dreams.Well done on taking this powerful first step toward creating a healthier, longer and more balanced life.My coaching is personalised and designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward — with guidance, accountability, and compassionate support.Find out below about how we can start our journey together with my 6-Week Reboot Health programme and read what previous clients have said about working with me."Great sessions with a brilliant, insightful, inspirational, empathetic, knowledgeable, intelligent, pragmatic and genuinely caring coach."Peter, 61“Working with you was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. You are a great listener and your calm and non-judgemental aura immediately put me at ease.” George, 20s.

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reboot health : 6 weeks

"Every system is perfect for the result it gets. If you want a different result, put in a different system." – Steve Chandler, Master Coach.Reboot Health is where your journey begins.You will experience transformational coaching that will explore what's holding you back from optimum health and through my support and accoutability help you develop sustainable health habits to help you thrive for the rest of your life.I don't have a set way of working with clients. Everything I do comes from listening deeply to you and co-designing a programme with you that will start you on your journey to extraordinary health.We will meet once a week online and I will coach (and educate if appropriate) you on your health goals - how to eat for a long life, how to fit movement into your week, how to get quality sleep, and how to look after your mind.You are what you do, not what you say you will do. – Carl Jung.Inbetween sessions you have access to me via email and WhatsApp for questions, support and accountability."Working with Sinead has been such a gift. I had been struggling to recover from an injury, and the opportunity to work with her arrived just when I needed it. Sinead helped me to think about my health and wellbeing holistically and gave me hope when I wondered if I would ever recover. She also encouraged me to think more deeply about areas of health I hadn’t even considered before and helped me understand old patterns in managing my health and wellness. I feel so much better and healthier in my body, and I’ve gone from little to no exercise to regularly swimming long distances outdoors, which I could have only dreamed of before, and I’ve returned to my beloved yoga practice. Sinead also helped me craft a vision for the next 12 months, which I couldn’t even bear to think about at the start of the programme, and now… well… the plan is already in motion! Thank you so much." Elizabeth, 52.(Me in my "happy place" - hiking with my tiny solo tent and my girlfriends in Dartmoor. Tough but absolute joy!)

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testimonials

Here's what previous clients have said about working with me as their coach:"It was really special, it was beyond my expectations exactly what I needed, I found myself inspired and fired up in a good way, such an easy dialogue with so many connections and helpful reflections. I felt that you related to me, my spirit, this time in my life in a way that felt like you really understand and it felt empowering and liberating and I am really excited to see what will happen in this journey." Ali, 40s."I know but a little, but I do know that collaboration with someone can lead to a better outcome than if I’m left to my own devices. And this was very much the case with Sinead. Sinead is empathetic, understanding, very encouraging and the sessions were very informative. She helped me think about things that I may not have considered by myself. I’m aware that change only occurs when there is awareness, around a specific problem or opportunity, and when there is action - and Sinead helped me change with both the ingredients. She got me considering things that alone I would not have considered and her enthusiasm and uplifting attitude really encouraged me to keep going. I felt empowered after our sessions, I had more knowledge as a result of our sessions and realised that what I thought may be difficult to overcome was not. Sinead created a great alliance and I’m very grateful to her for all her encouragement and enthusiasm." Wyndam, 52."Sinead has been an absolute amazing support. She has helped guide me on a journey to identify and untangle the real blockers to me improving my mental and physical health. I have been given tools that Sinead encouraged me to adapt and make my own and as a result found new fun ways to implement lasting change. I have been able to integrate them into my life easily and continue to tweak and build on them all the time. Sinead has such positive energy and genuine drive to help. She really listened and reflected back to me qualities she saw in me. I have a tendency to forget are my strengths and she helped me step back into my own power. Thank you for genuinely changing my life when I needed it the most!" Tabby, 44."Excellent! You were a great listener and offered some brilliant insight, feedback and practical advice to help me that is easy and simple to implement." Guy, 40s."Amazing. I felt calm and safe. I really liked how you set the scene at the start and gave me permission, if you like, to be me in whatever format that looked like." Danielle, 30s.(Running is a new passion of mine! Here I am after the Malaga Half Marathon with the girls. Always run with friends.)

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About

Hi. I'm Sinead! I am a Certified Health & Life Coach (Association of Coaching; Health Coaches Academy).I have a long standing interest in wellbeing and have worked in health roles for nearly 10 years. Four years ago I started to experiment with small steps to improve my health in everything from diet to sleep. I experienced first hand the power of nutrition by curing the gut challenges I've had since my teens. Two years ago inspired by a close friend, I huffed and puffed around my first 3km run. Today I compete in half marathons trail runs and took part in my first Ultramarathon this year at age 51.I believe that everyone can improve their health no matter what their starting point."Whatever you do, or dream you can do, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it." Goethe.Let's begin together today.

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my approach

"Whatever you do, or dream you can do, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it." GoetheMy coaching is inspired by the person-centred approach championed by Carl Rogers in the 1960s. (If you haven’t read his book, On Becoming a Person, I thoroughly recommend it.) Rogers’ put unconditional positive regard at the heart of his approach to helping people and I do too. What this means in practice is that I will always see your greatest potential, even perhaps when you can’t see it yourself.Through deep listening, reflection and precise questioning, I will hold up a mirror for you to see your thoughts and behaviours, and help you figure out a way forward. As a coach I am not afraid to gently challenge my coachees to be the best version of themselves.Coaching is a collaborative, dialogue practice that seeks to bring about change through inquiry, authenticity and a focus on taking action. It's based on the belief that people are creative, resourceful and capable of change, and already have, or otherwise can find with support, answers to their challenges."Coaching is not something that I would normally relish. However, having decided to go for it, I found the process both productive and yielded valuable insights. Assisted by Sinead's excellent communication and empathy skills, I actually enjoyed the process. Sinead's wide ranging knowledge base on well being matters is impressive and her ability to apply that knowledge in a focused and relatable format. On the way I learnt valuable personal insights, wellbeing tools and health improvements. Sinead's approach was tailored and I felt the feedback practical in a way that would allow me to implement and adopt as ongoing lifestyle actions." Ian, 59.(Sitting by the fire in a Norfolk manor house for my 50th birthday weekend. I am blessed to have a wonderful community of friends which helps keep me well and happy.)

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