Linda Bailey is celebrating one year of leading Curves Inverness.
A ladies-only fitness studio is celebrating one year under new leadership.
Curves Inverness is helping women across the Highlands get stronger, move better, and feel more confident.
The ladies-only fitness centre delivers a 30-minute circuit combining strength, cardio, and flexibility designed to help women stay active, independent and ready for everyday life, from climbing stairs to playing with grandkids.
Managing director Linda Bailey took over the franchise in 2024 and has poured her heart into it.
She said: “Sport and fitness have always been part of my life. I played every sport I could – hockey, netball, athletics- and spent nine years in the Army, representing the Armed Forces in netball and athletics.
“But I truly understood the power of movement when I faced my biggest challenge: breast cancer.
“In March 2020, just before lockdown, I had a mastectomy. With everything shutting down, I relied on my faith, knowledge, and experience to guide my recovery.
“I held onto the belief that every challenge has a purpose and found strength in knowing I wasn’t alone.
“That’s why Curves means so much to me. It’s more than a workout – it’s a place where women regain strength, feel supported, and lift each other up. No one has to do it alone.
“As the Curves Inverness franchisee, I bring my experience – from sport, the military and my own journey -to help women feel strong, capable, and empowered.”
This month also sees the opening of Bailey’s Wellness Studio, offering one-to-one support for women with health conditions such as poor circulation or reduced mobility. In Body full-body scans track progress beyond the scales, showing real change.
“It’s not an easy 30 minutes, it’s effective,” said Linda.
“And if members don’t see results within four months, we’ll give them their money back.”
To start your own progress story, call 01463 713400.
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