It’s not so very long ago that weights were only something big burly men did. The message was loud and clear: strength training isn’t for girls. Women were consigned to cardio workouts, and not much else. But revolution is afoot, and I for one am pleased to see it. In the past few years, strength […]
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Let me ask you a question: Can you relate to any of the following? Feeling anxious right before stepping on the scales – and crushed immediately after. Bypassing mirrors while out and about because you don’t want to catch a glimpse of your reflection. Eliminating food groups because you’ve been told it’s the only way […]
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Did you know that there are 50 (FIFTY!) recognised symptoms of menopause and perimenopause and that medical experts believe there are a stack more that haven’t yet been added to the official list? If you’re menopausal – or approaching it – you might have had an inkling because let’s be honest here: for many women, […]
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So, you’ve taken stock and decided you want to lose a stone. It’s great to have a target, so good for you! Trouble is, what often happens when we set goals – particularly ones related to weight loss – is that we become overly ambitious. We try to do too much too soon, and that […]
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Nicole, how do I stay fit and healthy over Christmas? I don’t want to miss out on all the fun or undo my progress. Christmas. Like it or loathe it, there’s no denying that when December hits, life moves up a gear. The tasks on your to-do list suddenly multiply, social invitations come in thick […]
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Go online as you embark on a new health and fitness goal – or any new goal, really – and you’ll likely be accosted by the word ‘motivation’. If you’ve dared to search for tips on how to give yourself a leg up as you begin this new endeavour, you’ll come across countless articles telling […]
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I’m going to ask you a question that I’m pretty certain I already know the answer to. Have you ever stepped on the scale after a week or two of eating well and training consistently and been absolutely gutted to see the numbers haven’t moved downwards? Or worse, they’ve taken a turn upwards? I know […]
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I don’t know about you, but I sometimes feel like my brain has too many tabs open. And those tabs quickly multiplied when I welcomed Sofia. Perhaps since becoming a mum, you’ve experienced it too; that feeling of overwhelm and overstimulation that makes even the simplest of tasks seem so tiring and difficult. I think […]
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The kids are back to school and that means one thing: it’s time to make way for a fitter, healthier you. These beginner-friendly and easy-to-implement tips will help even the busiest mums lose weight and get fit.
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THE WARNING & MY STORY Firstly, I must say that whilst this is a guide to exercising whilst pregnant you must get the all clear from your GP or doctor to exercise. I was considered high risk in my first trimester so I followed the doctor’s advice to stop training. I didn’t stop moving – […]
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