“Having recently turned 50 and suffering with long term knee and hip pain, I wanted to try and complete IRONMAN Lanzarote.
Basic exercises weren’t possible and social running had to stop as my knees just couldn’t take it.
From the very first session, I was able to finally engage my glutes, to squat, lunge with control and I have improved flexibility in all areas.
A week before the event, I completed a 10 mile run with no knee or hip pain. I finished IRONMAN with no injuries. More amazingly, at 9am the following day I was back in the pool and went on to complete a week of swim and gym training camp in La Santa. Two weeks later I won the 100m Freestyle at the British Long Course Swimming Championships.
Completing an IRONMAN with very little training was down to Stephen. I cannot thank him enough.”
Spencer Turner - Triathlete
"After decades of back pain, trying every remedy around and finally opting for a partial solution from spinal fusion surgery, I was introduced to Stephen and he has genuinely changed my life experience for the better: my body functions much better, I am much more calm, I feel more energetic and balanced, and literally no more back pain! Stephen has a really friendly, supportive and relaxed manner, has a deep understanding of the body’s mechanics, has a real passion for his specialism and people’s well-being and I would wholeheartedly recommend him – it is incredible to feel such a fundamental change, and I am hugely grateful. Thank you!"
Matt Corkery - Global Leader
“Almost a decade ago I suffered multiple open fractures in my right leg following a severe motorcycle crash that resulted in numerous metal screws and plates being inserted into my femur and tibia.
Every running season since then my body would break down with many injuries and weeks not training due to chronic pain. In the 12 months since my first activation session with Stephen, I have not had one injury and have been running further and faster than ever before. A few weeks ago I knocked over 30 minutes off my marathon p.b. to go sub 3 hours for the first time! Activation is a total game changer.”
Ian Bower - Athlete
“Since seeing Stephen I have gone from feeling physically and mentally exhausted to feeling strong, flexible and more in control of how my body feels. As a Physiotherapist with an ACL tear, I have tried many different manual therapies but nothing compares to Be Activated! I am constantly fascinated by how quickly my body responded to Activation in the sessions and how immediate and powerful the effects have been, as well as long lasting. Self-activation between sessions has also been brilliant for me - thank you Stephen for being so patient in teaching me how to do this and answering all of my questions. I can’t imagine my life without Be Activated.”
Ruth Tubbs - Physio
“I had a chronic and debilitating Hamstring injury which I have had for many years. It was preventing me from sprinting, and being able to jog without constant pain or bend over to stretch my legs was impossible.
Since being activated by Stephen, I am now able to sprint flat out and stretch my hamstrings with zero issues. It is genuinely life changing and I finally remember what it feels like to be pain free.
I cannot recommend Stephen highly enough!”
Todd Hutcheson - Cricketer
“25 years ago I had an accident and damaged my knee. Surgery was required and I was left with a limp.
18 months ago I started to develop pains in my shoulders and I ended up with two Frozen Shoulders, even resulting in partial paralysis one morning.
During that first appointment Stephen got me to breath properly and he activated parts of my body - all of which seemed completely unconnected with my knee or my shoulders. I still cannot believe what happened next.
The pain in my knee completely disappeared. I was walking easily and without a limp after just one session! I can’t describe how the absence of a pain that I’d had for nearly 25 years felt.
I have complete pain free movement in both arms. I am 49 and I thought I was going to be stuck with crippling pain for the rest of my life.
I can not recommend Activation enough. It has honestly given me my life back”
Steven White - Martial Artist
“It’s simple: Stephen gives people their power back for a living. And he does so with generosity, presence, focus, authenticity, and heart.
If you are open to the experience, he has the facilities to lead you through life-changing transformation. I cannot recommend him highly enough.”
Michelle Schechter - Actress
“Activation gradually but steadily changed just about everything, from increased efficiency in both physical and mental tasks to feeling more available emotionally both to others and myself.
I truly feel like a different person. Thank you Stephen.”
Tom Burke - Actor / Director
“One of the first things Stephen said to me was "take a deep breath". Since then I have really discovered what it is to breathe and the amazing impact Activation has on the body.
Since the Rio Olympics my body felt tired and broken. Niggles and injuries kept cropping up but I would patch them up and carry on. Years of striving to be the best athlete I could be and pushing my body to the limit had taken its toll both physically and mentally.
I needed to stop, take a step back and look beyond the conventional methods of treating my aches and pains. This is where Stephen and Be Activated have turned things around for me.”
Sonia Samuels - Olympian
“I first visited Stephen back in April 2019 following a shoulder injury which was a result of a major fall from my horse. Having been told I needed a replacement shoulder, which was not an option I wanted to take, I was still barely using my arm after four months.
As soon as I had my first session with Stephen the improvement was immediate. After a few sessions the pain was almost non-existent and I was using my arm once more. I had thought I would never raise my arm over my head again!
I am now back riding and as a result of being activated my whole outlook on life has changed. I feel stronger both physically and mentally, empowered and more confident than I ever have.
I cannot recommend being activated enough, it has been life changing for me.”
Rachel Walsh - Horse Rider
After being a competitive swimmer, crossfit athlete and runner for years and also having a very long natural birth with my son, I had ongoing discomfort in my back, my shoulders, hips and had a weak pelvic floor. I have to say that being activated has made more of an impact in 5 sessions, than years of the other forms of treatment.
I have never been so pleased and happy to travel 250 miles (round trip) to be "activated" by him.
The way Stephen explains why he was doing what he was doing (for me was important to know) is easily understood and makes complete sense. The connection of our mind, body and soul is vital and I really hope that more people get activated. I highly recommend Stephen. Thank you for your patience, kindness and your absolutely awesome brain!
Helen Hughes - Swim Teacher
“I first came to Stephen with a recurring back injury that I'd struggled with for the past 15 years.
Having tried numerous physiotherapists and other traditional forms of rehab, nothing worked and so I was looking for something alternative.
Then along came Stephen. The work we did together was tough, at times painful both physically emotionally. However, after six sessions, my back pain is gone as is my latest hip injury.
I have a whole new understanding of the body and it's connection to the breath. Thanks to Stephen I feel confident to re-engage with the sports that I love, such as triathlons and ju-jitsu.
Try Stephen, you will not be disappointed!”
Steve Whiteley - Producer
“Stephen is by far the most intuitive and knowledgeable therapist I've had the pleasure of being treated by. The Be Activated method is also nothing short of ground breaking in terms of its effectiveness and the immediacy of improvement.
Having been to numerous physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, massage therapists etc over the years, activation has been the only long term effective treatment to my body's restrictions and pain.”
Chris Jordan - Coastguard
“The results from Stephen’s Activations were simply astounding.
Exercises that were not possible before or ones that caused pain in my elbow and knee following surgery, became easily doable when the inactive muscles started working properly after treatment.
The 'cheat patterns' my body had been making me feel, have finally been addressed and it has given me confidence that I'll achieve my goal of a renewed sporting lifestyle.
His careful in-depth explanations and demonstrations make perfect sense as to the root cause of problems. The bonus of treating a weak pelvic floor has since resulted in full night uninterrupted sleeps!
I believe this new field has tremendous potential for everyone's health.”
Mike Askew - Co. Director
“Working with you has been utterly life changing. Activation has completely changed how I do everything and it has been intriguing, fascinating and inspiring. I still cannot believe I broke the 100m back European short course record after only two sessions, un-tapered, followed by a lifetime personal best by over three quarters of a second and a new Long Course World Record!”
Jo Corben - WR Holder
“I have suffered with back pain for over 35 years, affecting all ares of my spine. I have also had several knee injuries due to hyper mobility. My GP told me to sit in a corner and just wait to be old enough for a joint replacement after diagnosing OA in my knee.
Several of my fellow swimmers had seen Stephen with great results, so I decided to take the plunge.
My painful back and knee have improved beyond belief. My thoracic spine, is now much more flexible and I feel as if I've grown several centimetres! I have now been able to undertake a program of gym exercises without pain.
Something I could never have achieved before Activation.”
Claire Tagg - Swimmer
“Following a footballing injury where I endured 8 months of nerve pain and limited mobility down in my left leg, I was introduced to Stephen. Prior to this I attended weekly Chiropractor and Physiotherapy sessions with limited and inconsistent recovery and progress.
Throughout the sessions, Stephen informed me of the process and what he was doing, which was great to gain an understanding of how the treatment works and why.
After 7 sessions I was pain free, able to do my job as a PE Teacher without any discomfort and am also now playing golf with the lowest handicap I have ever had.
I cannot recommend being Activated by Stephen enough!”
James Harris - PE Teacher
“Stephen is simply amazing and truly understands what is needed to switch on previous decades of lost power that your body possesses.
I feel young again and super strong.
I have had several issues with my lower and upper back and was told I need surgery but Stephen’s Activation magic puts doctors at risk of losing their jobs.
Being Activated has fixed all my issues and
my wife has joined the activation process and loves it.
We could not recommend Stephen highly enough.”
Miroslav Rakovan - Co. Director
“I have had a frozen shoulder for over a year. The pain had virtually gone but it was still very stiff, only raising horizontally to shoulder level. I only really went to see Stephen to keep my husband company. However, after 6 sessions I could raise my arm from horizontal to vertical with no pain!
GP's tell you to either wait it out using physio to try to regain movement once the pain has lessened or resort to surgery to treat frozen shoulders, and they have no explanation as to what causes the condition.
The Be Activated principle certainly made sense as to why my shoulder 'froze' in the first place and the end result was better than I could have imagined. I only wish I had gone to him sooner.”
Megan Jones - Mother
“In 1997 I underwent a spinal stabilisation operation resulting in six screws being inserted into my spine. The operation was a great success, but I have spent a fortune over the years trying to manage my solid back and shoulders.
I was recommended Be Activated and in only 6 sessions Stephen has transformed my body. I have never felt so relaxed, and yet so strong, as I am now using the muscles that I should be. My golf handicap has dropped by two shots in a month and I cannot believe the power in my legs when using my road bike. I would definitely recommend seeing Stephen and getting Activated, it will change your life”
Kevin Brackstone - Co. Director
“I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) a number of years ago and was massively struggling with fatigue, major muscle weakness and exhaustion. I have walked with a limp and was diagnosed with “dropped foot”. I struggled to stand for more than ten minutes.
I am absolutely amazed and overwhelmed by the results of our sessions together. I no longer feel “ill”, do not limp anymore and was recently able to cycle over 150 miles whilst on holiday . Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
Gary Harris - Squash Player
“I went to see Stephen to find out if Activation could help with my rotation for Kayaking. After just a few sessions, the results have been amazing and have led me to now being able to manoeuvre and rotate my body with ease, producing great improvement and smashing PB’s. The whole experience has been incredible and helped me in other ways that I never thought possible.”
Nigel Eldred - Kayaker
I came to see Stephen after years of injury holding back my running (an Achilles injury, followed by an operation, followed by endless subsequent niggles).
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Within weeks my body was feeling pain free, far more robust and I had confidence to push volume and intensity of training again..
It's gone so well, that at the ripe old age of 42 I have just lowered my half marathon PB by a minute.
Stephen helped me to start addressing other considerable weaknesses, always with a helpful explanation of what and why.
I would recommend Be Activated UK to anyone who is struggling with injury and wanting to get stronger and fitter.
Dan Hunt - Runner
"Having had many years of back pain, leg pain, glute tightness etc I was willing to try anything. The result after four sessions is tremendous, almost unbelievable, and I feel great. Stephen explains everything extremely well and I can only recommend him to you. I also scored 4 under my handicap for 9 holes, the first time ever!”
Colin Perryman - CFA
“Every session with Stephen changed my life for the better.
He reminded my body how to breathe, which was no small feat. I came to him as a performer that had a history of panic attacks, a harshly inflexible body, and an uncomfortability in my own skin.
I left breathing deeply and calmly into movements that I didn't think my body would ever be able to do and sincere excitement and confidence in who I am.
I cannot thank Stephen enough for all his work. ”
Max Brand - Actor
“I have suffered with fibromyalgia for the last 8 years. This has meant a lot of pain all over the body (neck, back, shoulders, hips, hands) which I had to live with on a daily basis.
As others have mentioned, the treatment is very unique, and unlike anything I have had previously, but it does work and I was surprised at the speed of the results.
Since seeing him, I no longer get the pain which has plagued me for so long, and find I have much more energy on a daily basis.
With regard to Stephen himself, you won’t find a nicer person. He has helped me more personally with my Fibromyalgia than any one in the medical community. I can’t thank him enough for his help.”
Stuart Websper - PM
“Working with Stephen several times over the course of 2019, I’ve been very impressed with how effective the treatments have been. My knee problems have vanished completely, I have far better joint mobility and I’m emotionally stronger.
Perhaps the best testimonial I can give is that I’ve recommended Stephen to many of my friends over the past year and every single one of them have raved about the work that he’s done with them.”
Chris Disley - HR Director
“To say that Stephen fixed my shin splints, is to do him and Activation an injustice. The treatment completely ‘reset’ my body, removing niggles, stabilising my body considerably during exercise and everyday life.
Stephen’s warm and reassuring manner compliments his professionalism as he approached my case individually, got to know me and helped me understand the problem with my own issues and background. Not only have the issues gone, but I am now equipped to sustain my own body to prevent further issues.
I cannot recommend Stephen enough and tell everyone I come across who has an issue, to get Activated.”
Dan Alberts - Swimmer
“A work colleague recommended Stephen to me and my wife. As a joiner, I do a lot of lifting and kneeling and we were both suffering with knee and shoulder problems. I had just been told I needed surgery. After just one Activation session, my decades old knee pain had gone. Five sessions later and we both feel great and our chronic pains have gone. My wife has even been able to stop taking her HRT, and has a much better mindset to deal with whatever life throws at her. We would recommended Be Activated to anyone, it is fantastic. Thank you Stephen.”
Graham Bennett - Joiner
“Having suffered with severe PTSD for many years after being run over and dragged by a car when on duty as a police officer, I was convinced to see Stephen by a friend. After just one session I had a very relaxed drive home which is very unusual. I slept really well and loud noises have stopped affecting me. My hearing is not as sensitive and my glutes and hips no longer hurt. Everything just feels free. To top it off I calmly walked into two shops when I would normally wait outside and sit in the car. I have also had zero ticks, for the first time in ten years. This stuff is amazing.”
Alex G - Powerlifter
“Not only do I feel so much better in myself, I am definitely hitting my irons 20 yards longer and driving almost 30 yards further when playing golf.
I am now able to run 10k pain free and have dropped my 5k time by 5 minutes in a matter of weeks. It’s awesome!”
Rafael Marin - CFO
“I suffered from AIH (autoimmune hepatitis) and was on a lot of medication. I was also in a very bad place as had lost my husband to cancer 9 months previously. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I went to see Stephen but after a few visits I was in a much better place both physically and mentally and I was able to completely reduce the medication I was on, and am now symptom free.
It’s hard to explain exactly what Stephen does but all I can say is that a visit is strongly recommended and I guarantee he’ll make a positive difference to your life.”
Karen Kumari - Mother
“I have suffered with back pain for many years and also had surgery on my knee due to a crack in the joint, but still had excruciating
pain if I walked more than a short distance.
After the first session, I experienced an improvement straight away. I also learnt how stress effects my body and caused some of my pain.
My doctor had recommended another knee operation, but after a few sessions with Stephen I no longer need to have one and my aches and pains have disappeared. I can’t recommend him enough and only wish I’d seen him sooner.”
Mike Bennett - Builder
I went to see Stephen because I caught Covid twice in 9 months and was suffering from Long COVID. After just two sessions with him I feel amazing. I have finally stopped coughing and finally feel like I can breathe again. I feel energised in a way I haven’t for a very long time. It’s really crazy! Thank you so much!