Gentle Yoga.

Retreats.

Thriving through menopause.

You don’t need to be thin to be healthy, but taking care of your body is essential for good health. Focus on gentle exercise, and gentle nutrition with a bit of mindfulness thrown in.

Emma Polette Albany Intuitive Eating

I help women make peace with food & exercise

We’ve all been on a diet (or 2, or 10) and if you’re anything like me, the thought of another meal plan fills you with dread, guilt and an inferiority complex. It feels like everyone else can get the diet and exercise thing “right” - except you. But I know you’ve tried all the diets, using your willpower, counting calories, weighing yourself every day, and all it’s done is brought disappointment and probably weight gain. That’s why my approach focuses on intuitive eating, gentle exercise and cultivating respect for our bodies rather than deprivation and punishment. After 10 years in the industry I know what helps women feel more energised, confident and empowered (and it’s not a diet!)

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Body Love Yoga Retreats

In 2025 I’m offering a suite of opportunities to just be at my Body Love Yoga Retreats.

Local one day retreats, local 3 day retreats to 7 night Bali retreats.

Menopause Support

As a menopause coach, I’m here to help you understand menopause and support you through the changes that come with this part of life.

Yoga Classes in Albany

Join my unique, gentle yoga classes that are suitable for all fitness levels including absolute beginners. Currently held at King River Hall, the Library and Princess Royal Sailing Club.

Kind words from clients

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Kind words from clients ~~~

  • “Emma is amazing. I have just come away from a session feeling energised and that I matter - not in a big headed way but as a genuine human being kind of way. I don't usually share personal stuff but I have been feeling pretty low over the past 6 months, spiraling down to a point of no return. Found Emma by accident on Facebook and it's the best thing I've committed to. She cares and no judgement.”

    ~ Peta

  • “I feel so much better Thanks for letting me get all of that out! It’s stuff that so many of my friends wouldn’t get - either because they’re in diet culture or they’ve never struggled with size I appreciate what you do so much xx ”

    ~ Private Coaching Client

  • “Hey Emma, I just wanted to share with you that I've been out and tried indoor beach volleyball! I was really anxious and had this little voice telling me I was no good and too unfit but I tuned it out and focused on having fun and doing my best. After playing for 2 hours I'm still buzzing with good vibes and feeling well worked out. Thank you for helping guide me to find confidence in my body and enjoy movement and exercise on my terms. You are the best person and PT ever! 🤩💜.”

    ~ Fit & Free Member

  • "Thank you for helping me find my confidence again"

    ~ Private Client

Learn more

from the blog.

  • I also took things one step further and worked really hard to do a short course in menopause coaching so that I could offer myself (and others) advice that’s tailored to this phase of life. I’ve learned so much, especially that adding some more veggies and exercise into my routine was perfect advice!

    After studying health coaching specifically for peri & post menopausal women I realised there are 5 essential things that we need at this point of our lives

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  • MHT has been a topic of confusion since a 2002 trial linked it to increased risks of blood clots, breast cancer, and stroke. However, the trial didn’t highlight that most participants were already 10 years past menopause. More recent studies show that MHT is safer than initially thought, especially for women in peri-menopause (the years leading up to menopause).

    Because of this confusion, many doctors are hesitant to prescribe MHT. Yet, for many women, it remains the best option for managing menopause symptoms, particularly hot flushes and the risk of osteoporosis.

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