Thomas Bennett holds an MSc in Exercise Rehabilitation from St Mary's University London and is a Level 2 Functional Movement Screen (FMS) certified specialist. Over 11 years, he has worked in NHS physiotherapy departments, private rehabilitation clinics, and strength coaching facilities. He currently specialises in post-injury return-to-practice protocols and building functional strength that translates to real-world activities.
Thomas Bennett completed his undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Bath before obtaining his Master's degree in Exercise Rehabilitation at St Mary's University London, with a dissertation focusing on core stability protocols for lower back pain patients. His professional experience includes five years within NHS physiotherapy teams, where he delivered exercise rehabilitation programmes under clinical supervision, followed by roles at leading private rehabilitation centres including Six Physio and Pure Sports Medicine. Thomas is certified in Functional Movement Screening and corrective exercise design, allowing him to identify dysfunctional movement patterns that predispose individuals to injury or limit their yoga and fitness progress. He specialises in bridging the gap between clinical rehabilitation and confident return to active practice, addressing the specific question of when and how to resume yoga after injuries ranging from hamstring strains to C-sections. His writing focuses on practical, evidence-based guidance for building the kind of core strength that protects the spine during daily activities, distinguishing this from superficial aesthetic goals. Thomas is passionate about helping people over 40 maintain physical independence through targeted mobility and strength work, translating complex rehabilitation science into actionable home programmes. He addresses common mistakes that cause yoga injuries to recur and provides clear phase-by-phase return protocols.