About me

Simona Cavanagh owner of Powellfit
Powellfit Simona Cavanagh
Powellfit postnatal trainer

Hi, I’m Simi. A qualified personal trainer in Chelmsford, Essex specialising in pre and postal exercise and nutrition. I am also a certified C- Section Scar Massage Therapist which I’m super passionate about because I want to help women with their C-section scars and I know how hard it can be sometimes to reconnect with our tummies after the surgery. It has helped me immensely with my “overhang”, numbness and reconnection.

I have qualified in “All Natal” assessment as well which helps me to dive deeper into women’s pelvic and core health (Diastasis Recti).

As a mum of two, a 5 year old boy and 2 year old girl, I fully understand the challenges of recovery after childbirth. Both of my children were born via C- Section. The first was an emergency C- Section and the second elective due to my first experience in addition to having Gestational Diabetes with both of my pregnancies.

My journey hasn’t been an easy one and recovering physically and mentally has taken time and patience. It has taught me the importance of prioritizing whole-body care.

Today I feel stronger than ever and I am passionate about helping other women feel the same.

I founded Powellfit with a mission to empower women to take charge of their health in a way that feels sustainable and achievable.

The fitness industry often pressures women to “bounce back” quickly after birth, but I believe in taking time to honour your circumstances and setting realistic and meaningful goals.

So if you are in Chelmsford or Essex area get in touch.

I am here to support you every step of the way because mums are truly the best and they deserve to feel their best.

Lets work together to focus on what truly matters - your health, wellbeing and fitness.

Powellfit- Simona Cavanagh

Consultation and Scar treatment room in Chelmsford!

Powellfit treatment room
Powellfit C-section Treatment room
Powellfit C-section Treatment room
Baby playing on a colorful activity mat with toys and pillows against a gray cabinet.
Baby play area with a playmat, hanging plush toys, a toy piano, colorful figurines, and a toy boat filled with animals on a patterned rug on hardwood floor.
Powellfit Treatment room

My qualifications:

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

  • Level 3 Pre and Post natal Training & Nutrition

  • All Natal assessment (pelvic health,

    prolapse, incontinence, DR-diastasis recti etc.)

  • Scar Massage Therapist - I trained with the amazing Hannah Poulton from HLP Therapy the UK’s No.1 Leader in Scar Massage Therapy

  • Massage Therapist

Powellfit trained with Hannah Poulton form HPL Therapy
Powellfit Trained with HLP Therapy
YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing Gym-Based Exercise awarded to Simona Cavanagh, signed by Rosi Prescott, signed, with various logos and a list of credited courses.
Certificate of completion awarded to Simona Cavanagh from HLP Therapy Limited for completing a scar course on February 27, 2025.
Certificate of completion issued to Simona Cavanagh for successfully completing the One to One Natal Foundations Course, dated November 28, 2024, signed by Hannah Poulton and Sarah Norris.
Certificate of completion for Simona Cavanagh in Personal Training from BodyFit4Training, dated December 10, 2018.
Certificate awarded to Simona Cavanagh for Active IQ Level 3 in Supporting Pre and Postnatal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition, issued October 29, 2024.