About

Dr Jane McKay Rx - Movement, Mindset, Metabolism

Blending evidence-based strategies with decades of hands-on experience and the human touch of personalised coaching

I have a background in physiology and psychology, a PhD in stress, coping and identity, and I'm a Chartered Sport & Exercise Psychologist. I combine these specialisms with over 25 years’ experience of working with individuals in various contexts, including early career women, higher education students, athletes and those new to exercise / physical activity. This, and my former experience as a track athlete and personal coach gives me a rounded perspective not just in designing health programmes, but in how to instil the motivation and confidence that leads to sustainable behaviour change.

Navigating the challenges of midlife transition myself, I now focus on supporting women through the different phases of menopause through my M³ model. While many begin with physical health goals, the journey often opens the door to broader well-being and self-understanding. I often see how hormonal shifts can trigger fear of failure, self-doubt, social anxiety and feelings of imposterism. This is where my research and applied experience is invaluable, and I offer both insight and practical strategies on how to deal with these psychological shifts too.

My story gives more detail on what drives me and how this all started.

Guiding principles

Evidence-based, professional and explained

Worryingly, much of the advice from the health and fitness industry is based on ‘bro science’ or no science. Every recommendation, from training and nutrition to psychology and supplementation, is backed by contemporary research and is clearly explained, empowering you to make informed lifestyle changes with confidence.

Lasting change and habits for life

When it comes to most health goals, the truth is that there is no quick fix. Meaningful change requires self-awareness, knowledge and motivation. To achieve this, education is paired with psychological strategies to support sustainable change. Every protocol is designed with a thorough understanding of your goals and preferences, combining personal insight with clear explanations of the science behind the process, empowering you to feel motivated and committed to follow through.

Holistic support

Expertise is combined in mindset, movement and metabolism. This means that while you can choose areas to focus on, this will always be done with a whole-system perspective which acknowledges that humans are complex beings. Whether focusing on the mind or the body, success depends on understanding psychological drivers, nutrition, sleep, and preferred movement styles.

Compassion, empathy and trust

Changing behaviours can be scary - it's often easier to stay in familiar routines because they feel safe. Support is delivered in a safe space with empathy, professional advice and shared lived experience. It is understood that taking steps towards positive behaviour change inevitably means facing discomfort. Advice is therefore provided with small steps and minimal pressure in mind, so that change feels possible and leads to transformation, not giving up.

Collaboration and ownership

Time is precious and new routines must align with busy lifestyles. This is why working together is so important; the emphasis is on fully exploring your needs before co-creating new ways of living that you feel in control of and that fit into your lifestyle. By collaborating in this way, we can translate your goals, needs and preferred ways of doing things into actionable protocols that work for you.