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Health by Science 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.

22/10/2026

Not all injury recovery is created equal.

After tearing an ACL and meniscus, getting into targeted exercise early is crucial for rebuilding strength. Relying solely on passive treatments can leave key muscles lagging behind.

At Health by Science, we focus on progressive, exercise-based rehabilitation to help you regain full strength and confidence.

Ready to rebuild stronger? Book your consultation today. Link in bio.

21/10/2026

Level 4 of 5 in our Pull Movement MOT: the green band assisted chin up.

The band loops around the rack’s safety bars and supports your feet. With your palms facing towards you, pull your chin above the bar and lower with control. Keep your body still throughout.

Five good repetitions are needed to achieve Level 4.

This follows Level 3, where you pull up using a barbell secured in a rack, with your feet on the floor for support.

If exercise has felt overwhelming before, it’s understandable to feel unsure about trying again.Give yourself permission...
20/10/2026

If exercise has felt overwhelming before, it’s understandable to feel unsure about trying again.

Give yourself permission to start smaller. A short walk, a few squats at home or one manageable gym session can be enough to begin.

You don’t have to match what you could do two years ago. Start with what feels achievable today and give yourself time to build. Keep the bigger goal in mind while finding small steps that fit into your week.

At Health by Science in Leith, we’ll help you find a starting point that suits you and support you as you progress.

Send us a message if you’d like a hand getting started.

19/10/2026

The Real Benefit of Having a Personal Trainer

Working with a personal trainer takes the load off so you do not have to overthink your fitness journey.

Here is what you get when you partner with a trainer:

- Ready-To-Go Programmes: Your workout plans and progressions are prepared and waiting for you as soon as you step in.

- Holistic Guidance: Access direct support for your nutrition, sleep, and stress levels.

- Actionable Tools: Receive practical tools and small, manageable steps to build sustainable, long-term healthy habits rather than just general advice.

Take the guesswork out of your routine and focus on making progress, one step at a time.

Feeling better is great. But is it the whole story? Pain matters, but on its own it’s an unreliable guide. It’s self-rep...
17/10/2026

Feeling better is great. But is it the whole story?

Pain matters, but on its own it’s an unreliable guide. It’s self-reported and shifts with things that have nothing to do with your treatment: a good night’s sleep, a sunny week, even the placebo effect of simply being seen.

Function is different. Can you lift your grandchild? Can you get back to running? Can you climb the stairs without thinking about it? You either can or you can’t, and that gives us objective proof of progress.

At Health by Science, every physio plan is built around functional goals that matter to you. We track them from your first session, so treatment stays scientific and accountable. If you’re not moving closer to your goals, we change the approach until you are.

That’s also why our clients typically need fewer follow-ups than the industry average. Active rehab, clear targets, and the aim of getting you to a point where you don’t need us.

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14/10/2026

Believing in your treatment can lead to better outcomes.

When you trust the process, you are not only more likely to feel better and enjoy the experience, but you are also more committed. Believing in a treatment makes you more willing to give it time and stick with the follow-up care and habits that follow—which can often be even more effective than the initial treatment itself.

What post-treatment habits have helped you the most on your recovery journey? Let us know in the comments below. 👇

12/10/2026

It might sound a bit morbid, but the ultimate goal is simple: get strong, stay strong, and drop dead—hopefully pain-free at home.

We aren’t here for a long time, but we can make sure we’re here for a good time.

From a science-backed perspective, strength training is the single best tool to lower your biological age and build a “health pension” for your future. Investing in your strength today means protecting your independence, joint health, and quality of life for tomorrow.

Start building your health pension now. DM us or drop a comment below to get started.

12/10/2026

Understanding nutritional education is key to making empowered choices.

Knowing which foods provide complete amino acids helps you recover faster after workouts, build muscle mass, and stay fuller longer.

However, labeling yourself as “bad” or feeling punished after eating processed foods like a donut can lead to disordered eating thoughts.

Nutritional education isn’t about guilt—it’s about understanding whole foods and making choices that support your health without the shame.

08/10/2026

Pogos look simple. In ACL rehab, they mark a big step forward.

That’s Alex, one of our physios, doing double leg pogos: small, quick, springy hops where the ankles stay stiff and the heels barely touch the floor.

Why they matter

Running, jumping and changing direction all depend on your legs working like springs. They absorb force and send it straight back out, fast. Strength work in the gym builds the engine, but it doesn’t train that springiness. Pogos are often the first exercise that does.

Where they fit in ACL rehab

After an ACL injury or reconstruction, rehab usually builds in layers:

1. Settle the knee and restore movement
2. Rebuild strength in the quads, hamstrings and calves
3. Add landing and reactive work. This is where pogos come in
4. Running, jumping, cutting and back to sport

Double leg comes first because both legs share the load. Single leg pogos follow once control and confidence are there.

When to start them

Criteria, not the calendar. Before adding pogos we look for a settled knee with no swelling, full range of movement, solid strength and controlled landings. Too early and the knee will tell you. Skip them altogether and the gap between gym work and sport stays wide.

Every knee is different, so the right timing depends on yours.

Not sure which stage you’re at? Book a free online physio call and we’ll help you work out your next step. Link in bio.

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07/10/2026

Stop chopping and changing.

Health by Science client David shares the biggest fitness mistake he used to make: giving up on a plan too soon.

“The big mistake that I’d often made in the past was chopping and changing really quickly,” David explains. Even when doing the right things, he would switch paths after only 10 weeks if he didn’t see immediate results, never allowing enough time for his efforts to have a real impact.

The key to long-term success?

- Focusing on small, incremental changes.
- Looking at progress over a 6, 12, or 18-month period.
- Taking a step back to view the bigger picture.

Consistency over time is what leads to lasting transformation.

Address

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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+441312100002

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