Soulful Strength Fitness

04/01/2026

It’s not just about strength or aesthetics, muscle is the most protective tissue in the human body 💪🏽🔥

Think of muscle as a LIVING organ- it regulates blood sugar- it is your metabolic sink
Inflammation, hormones, metabolism- it all happens here

Building & preserving muscle isn’t optional if you want to live longer & healthier, it’s your best defence against metabolic decline

Muscle is
* a protective wall for your organs
*muscles and ligaments stabilise joints reducing wear & tear - preventing sprains & fractures
*muscles are essential for maintaining posture and balance, which helps prevent falls & the injuries that can result
*muscle improves metabolic health- which supports prevention of chronic diseases & neurodegenerative conditions
*muscle contraction releases myokines, which have anti inflammatory properties and can help combat inflammation associated with many chronic conditions
*strong muscle mass is associated with a longer lifespan and better survivability across various disease states

BOTTOMLINE- the healthier our muscle mass, the greater our likelihood of survivability across all disease states

Muscle is our body armor💪🏽🔥💪🏽

Still think you don’t have time to go to the gym ?

You don’t have time not to

Prioritise lifting , building muscle, eating protein 🙌🏾
Build your body & health span - You won’t regret it- what you will regret is never starting

31/12/2025

29/12/2025

Just over here creating some epic content for you all 🙌🏾🔥🙌🏾
No glam, just salty hair, sandy feet in my new eco dyed dress & a passion for sharing the tools in my belt with you🫶🏽 supporting you to reach your strength nutrition & wellness goals 🌟

For more info about online coaching with me comment “Online” and I’ll dm you some info 💪🏽

27/12/2025

If you are entering the new year feeling like you “need to start over”- this is your reminder:you don’t need a harsher plan.
If you want to build wellness habits that actually stick- strength, muscle, nourishing food, nervous system regulation, and sleep- you don’t need another extreme plan.

In midlife, the goal isn’t smaller at all costs.
It’s stronger, steadier, more resilient-with a metabolism and nervous system that actually supports you.

My January foundations are simple:
•lift 3/4 x p week
•steps most days
•short burst intervals (not endless cardio)
•protein at every meal
•sleep as the strategy

Give this 30 days and watch how your body responds when it finally feels supported.

This is exactly how I coach online:
🌿Strength training that builds muscle & confidence
🌿Simple nutrition + meal planning that fuels you
🌿Breath work + nervous system tools for stress resilience
🌿Sleep hygiene practises so your body can recover and change
🌿Accountability and a clear weekly rhythm

If you want my January Strength + Wellness Blueprint and details on online coaching, comment “January” and I’ll message you🍃

26/12/2025

So many of my clients report broken, inconsistent, or light sleep- and it’s not because they’re doing it wrong
It’s stress. Overstimulation. Hormones. Busy minds.
Sleep is one of the most powerful wellness tools we have.

Sleep is where your body repairs tissue, balances hormones, consolidates memory, builds resilience, and restores your nervous system.
If you want better recovery, stronger training results, a healthier metabolism, a calmer mind, and a longer healthspan- sleep is foundational

And you’re not “missing out” by going to bed
You’re choosing the kind of life that actually feels good to live

Sleep Hygiene Practises to Support Deep Rest

1. Set a consistent bedtime + wake time (even on weekends if possible)
2. Get morning sunlight in your eyes within 30-60 minutes of waking (anchors your body clock)
3. Limit caffeine after late morning (many people are more sensitive than they realise)
4. Create a 30-60 minute wind down routine- dim lights, slow your pace, signal safety to your nervous system.
5. Reduce screen time at night (use blue light filters , globes)
6. Keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet (a cave like environment supports deeper sleep)
7. Eat your last big meal earlier & keep late night meals lighter (last meal 2-3 hours before sleep)
8. Limit/eliminate alcohol (disrupts sleep, gut health, toxic to the body )
9. Brain dump journal- get thoughts out of your head
10. Down regulation practises- gentle stretching, breath-work
11. Warm shower, bath or sauna. The body needs to drop in temperature in order to fall asleep & stay asleep. (Shower bath sauna all support this function)
12. Sleep stack supplements (tart cherry powder, magnesium, inositol, L-theanine)
🌟🌟🌟Your CHALLENGE: Try some of these practises for 30 DAYS and track what changes:your energy, mood, cravings, training performance, focus, patience, and overall wellbeing.
Aim for 7-8 hours of deep, restorative sleep- not perfection , just consistency

If you want support with training, nutrition, nervous system regulation, and sustainable routines- Comment “BETTER SLEEP” and I’ll send you details on my online wellness + strength coaching