“I want every woman to make informed decisions about her bras.”

Meet Marianne Carroll — physiotherapist, Pilates teacher, PhD researcher, and New Zealand's first PostureFitting partner.

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Marianne Carroll physiotherapist and founder of Align and Uplift women's posture and bra fitting service in Southland New Zealand

Meet Marianne

I'm a qualified physiotherapist based in Te Anau, Southland — but my real passion has always been women's health.

That passion took on a new shape after having my two kids. After breastfeeding, my body had changed and so had my bras. I knew they didn't fit but had no idea where to start. That experience, and the gap I saw in women's healthcare, is what led me to PostureFitting.

When I completed my training in 2024, everything clicked. Women leaving consultations feeling empowered, excited, and finally informed — that's what this is all about.

Training & Qualifications

Physiotherapist

Qualified in 2010 with experience across musculoskeletal and occupational physiotherapy

Pilates Teacher

Certified in 2013, I lead classes in Te Anau with a focus on women's health.

Master of Health Sciences (Rehabilitation)

Graduated in 2021, Auckland University of Technology.

PostureFitting Partner

Trained by Posture Matters, Ireland, becoming New Zealand's first and only PostureFitting physiotherapist.

PhD Research

Currently completing a PhD into how to improve the experience of postpartum pelvic floor dysfunction for birthing people in Murihiku, Southland.

What Women Are Saying

“Thanks to you I am enjoying tramping in the correct type of bra. I use my posture cues every day especially at work as that’s where I used to get really sore. Thanks so much for getting me started on the journey. I’m feeling so much better!”

- Sarah

“You have definitely helped me, and I think I’ve really started the process of standing and sitting better thanks to you, which makes me feel better in myself.”

- Jane

“Thank you so much for today. It was a real eye opener. Who’d have believed I had it so wrong all these years!”

- Sue

Sounds like the right fit?

Book a consultation in Te Anau, Invercargill, or online — and take the first step toward feeling, moving, and looking better.