The story behind Halima Read

Strength, Resilience and Real Talk. Built from the Inside Out

Halima Read

FOUNDER

Hi, I’m Halima - the founder of Coaching with Halima, personal trainer, sports massage therapist, transformation coach, ex-Royal Navy and full-time hype woman for everyday women.

My mission is simple: To help you feel strong, grounded and confident in your own skin.

My Journey

As a child I was always active, whether it was playing outside, creating obstacle courses or trying to copy the Gladiators on TV! That love for movement stayed with me, leading me into team sports, the Royal Navy and later CrossFit, coaching and massage therapy.

Over the years I’ve explored different ways to move and stay connected to myself through skiing, spontaneous adventures, and more recently, tennis, running and horse riding. All of these help me stay grounded, energised and inspired to support others on their own path.

From Royal Navy to Real Women

I joined the Royal Navy at 18 and spent the next decade learning what true resilience looks like. From physical training and team sports to serving on HMS Ark Royal and earning three medals I developed a mindset that’s helped me in every area of life, including coaching.

When I left the forces in 2013 I knew I wanted to use my experience to support other women. I trained as a Personal Trainer and Sports Massage Therapist and I’ve been helping women grow stronger, healthier and more empowered ever since.

Coaching That Goes Deeper Than Fitness

This isn’t just about workouts or meal plans. I coach real women with real lives, women going through big changes, burnout, peri/menopause, postnatal recovery or just feeling stuck and unsure where to start again.

I specialise in -

  • Strength training for women

  • Hormone-informed coaching

  • Nutrition education without restriction

  • Mindset, habits, and lifestyle transformation

If you’ve ever felt like you’re chasing your tail, falling short of the “perfect” wellness routine or just need someone in your corner to keep it real, you’re in the right place.

🌿 What I Believe

  • Fitness should be empowering, not punishing.

  • You don’t need to shrink to feel worthy.

  • Consistency beats perfection.

  • Your story matters, and it’s not too late to rewrite it.

🌞 When I’m Not Coaching...

You’ll find me out in nature soaking up the sunshine, skiing with my husband, playing tennis, running or horseriding. I believe in living fully, loving adventure and staying grounded in the everyday.

“I don’t believe in quick fixes. I believe in honest conversations, small daily actions and building something that lasts.”

Let’s make this your time.

Love Is the Oxygen of the Soul.

Give It to Yourself First ❤

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