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Corporate wellness company helping employees perform optimally whilst turbocharging their workplace.

Offering science-based programmes give employees the key ingredients and tools they need to transform their health from the ground up.

28/03/2025

Personalised PT Training—On Tap!

Stuck in a cycle of stress, poor sleep, and low energy? My personalised online PT program is designed for women 40+ who need expert guidance, structure, and real accountability—without the cost of full-time personal training.

With tailored fitness, nutrition, and sleep coaching, I’ll help you build lasting habits so you can feel stronger, healthier, and more confident every day.

Who this is for:
✅ You feel stuck in unhealthy habits and want a sustainable change
✅ You need structure and accountability to stay on track
✅ You want expert fitness, sleep, and nutrition guidance without paying for in-person PT
✅ You’re ready to invest in yourself (£220 per month)

What you’ll get:
✔ Break the cycle in 90 days—Transform how you move, eat, sleep, and feel
✔ Personalised support—No cookie-cutter plans, just real guidance that fits your life
✔ Ongoing accountability—Stay motivated with direct support from me, weekly check-ins, and adjustments

How it works:
📌 Custom Training Plans—Workouts tailored to your fitness level and goals
📌 Personalised Nutrition & Sleep Support—Simple, sustainable strategies for long-term success
📌 Full Accountability—Weekly check-ins, unlimited text/email support, and 1:1 guidance
📌 A Proven System—Strategies that have helped women like you feel their best in just three months

🚀 Only 20 Spots Available—2 Already Taken!
👩‍💻 Work with me—I understand your challenges and will support you every step of the way
💬 Real results—Women in this program have already transformed their habits, energy, and confidence in just 90 days

DM me "Break the Cycle" to get started today!

PS—You don’t have to keep starting over every Monday. This is your chance to finally make lasting changes—without the overwhelm. Let’s do this together! 💪

26/03/2025

For a long time, I thought health was just about exercise and diet.

Turns out, I was wrong.

So many people struggle to stick to their routines, even with the best intentions.

Why?

Because they don’t realise the power their mind holds.

Once I started incorporating psychology into personal training, everything changed.

Clients who embraced the mental aspect?

They didn’t just transform physically—they saw lasting change.

I’ll admit, I worried at first.

Would people think that using psychology meant something was wrong with them?

But it wasn’t about fixing anything—it was about breaking mental barriers.

Those who committed to it saw a shift.
Not just in their bodies, but in their well-being.

The results were undeniable.

That’s when I knew:
True health means integrating both the mind and body.

Once I made this shift, my clients saw real, sustainable progress.

They didn’t just hit their goals—they built healthier habits for life.

👉 Exercise is important, but your mind?
That’s what will keep you going.

If you're stuck in your fitness journey, maybe it's time to look inward.

Are you ready to approach health with a mindset shift?

💡 Don’t just train your body—train your mind too.

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24/03/2025

The Confidence Shift – Looking Good vs. Feeling Good

It’s not just about the bikini—it’s about how you feel in it.

Most people start a holiday fitness plan focusing on the mirror. But the biggest transformation? How you feel in your own skin.

Real confidence doesn’t come from a number on the scale—it comes from strength, energy, and self-trust.

Here’s How to Build It Before Your Holiday:

1. Train for You, Not Just the Outfit
Feeling good is about being strong, energised, and capable. A well-structured training plan builds this from the inside out.

2. Hydrate and Nourish, Don’t Deprive
Drastic diets don’t create confidence—feeling fuelled and energised does. Eat well, drink water, and focus on strength, not restriction.

3. Prioritise Rest and Recovery
A tired, stressed body doesn’t feel good in anything. Getting proper sleep and managing stress is just as important as training.

4. Focus on What Your Body Can Do
Shift your mindset from “How do I look?” to “What can I achieve?” Strength, stamina, and feeling good in your body build lasting confidence.

5. Be Consistent, Not Perfect
Confidence comes from knowing you’ve shown up for yourself—not from following a perfect plan. Build habits that make you feel strong every day, not just for one holiday.

What makes you feel most confident before a holiday? Let me know below.

19/03/2025

I used to think movement was all about punishment.

Burning calories.
Sweating out guilt.
Pushing myself to the brink.

But then something changed.

Yoga helped me shift my mindset.
I stopped focusing on burning calories
and started focusing on balance, strength, and fun.

Take handstands, for example.
I never actually nailed a perfect one.
But the joy came from trying.
Each small improvement made me feel stronger.
It felt like play, not punishment.

Then came Olympic lifting.
Not just about lifting heavy—
it was about technique, precision, and skill.

Learning the clean lift wasn’t easy.
It took time to master,
but every time I improved my form,
I felt a sense of achievement.

I wasn’t moving to burn calories anymore.
I was moving to perform, to enjoy the process.

And that’s where the magic happened.
Movement became a game, not a chore.
It became something I looked forward to.
It became something fun.

When I shifted my focus to performance,
I found freedom.
I let go of the mindset that exercise
was a form of punishment.

If you’ve been pushing yourself too hard,
ask yourself—
How can you make movement fun again?

👉 Set a playful goal.
👉 Focus on learning, not just results.
👉 Let your body lead the way.

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17/03/2025

How to Stay on Track While Travelling

Worried your health and fitness will be derailed by a holiday? Here’s how to keep feeling great while you’re away.

If you want to have a week or two completely without a health and fitness routine, that’s OK. We want to be flexible in our approach and do what’s right for us.

If you want to maintain some structure, here’s how to keep the balance.

Five Ways to Prioritise Your Health Without Missing Out:

1. Move, But Don’t Overthink It
Walk everywhere, swim, do bodyweight exercises in your hotel room. You don’t need a gym—just a little movement every day.

2. Eat Well, Enjoy More
Enjoy local food, but balance it out. Start your day with protein, keep hydrated, and avoid skipping meals to prevent energy crashes.

3. Stick to a Simple Routine
Even on holiday, keeping a consistent wake-up time, regular meals, and a bit of movement makes a big difference.

4. Sleep is Still Key
Late nights happen, but if you prioritise rest, you’ll feel better, have more energy, and enjoy your trip even more.

5. Ditch the All-or-Nothing Mindset
You don’t need to go for extremes. Enjoy yourself but still try to hydrate and eat plenty of fruit and vegetables so you feel good.

Do you stay active on holiday, or is it total relaxation? Let me know.

12/03/2025

We can’t avoid stress.

But we can learn to manage it.

For me, it’s not one-size-fits-all.

Breathing exercises bring me back to the moment.
When things feel chaotic, I focus on my breath.

Other times, journaling clears my mind.
I’ll write down everything swirling in my head.

And movement? It's my anchor.
Even a simple walk in nature does wonders.

But here’s the key:
You can’t manage stress on an empty cup.

Prioritise sleep.
A good night’s rest sets the foundation.

When I’m well-rested,
stress doesn’t feel so overwhelming.

I’ve also learned something surprising:
Stress isn’t always bad.

Short-term stress, like a deadline, pushes me to focus.
It drives action.
It helps me perform at my best.

So, instead of seeing all stress as the enemy,
I’ve shifted my mindset.

If I can control it,
I use stress to my advantage.

If I can’t control it?
I breathe.
I move.
I journal.
And I let go.

Because life will always have stress.
It’s how we prepare and respond that matters.

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10/03/2025

Why Quick Fixes Don’t Work – and What Does

Crash diets and last-minute gym sessions won’t get you holiday-ready. Here’s what will.

Too many people go all in for a few weeks, cutting carbs, overtraining, and pushing their bodies to exhaustion. The result? Burnout, frustration, and an unhealthy relationship with food.

The solution? Focusing on health rather than weight loss.

Here’s How to Prioritise Health and Protect Your Body Image:

1. Ditch the Detoxes
Your body doesn’t need a juice cleanse—it needs nutrient-dense food that fuels your workouts and recovery.

2. Train for Strength, Not To Burn Calories
Instead of endless cardio to burn off your food, focus on strength-based workouts.

3. Focus on How You Feel, Not How You Look
A health-based approach will help you feel energised, not depleted. The better you feel, the more you will want to take care of yourself.

4. Sleep and Stress Matter More Than You Think
Lack of sleep and high stress can undo even the best training programme. Prioritise recovery, and your body will thank you.

5. Build Habits, Not Shortcuts
The key to feeling great on holiday? Consistent, realistic habits that don’t disappear the moment you land.

Tried crash diets before? How did they go? Let’s talk in the comments.

05/03/2025

From Fatigue to Strength: Finding What Works in Perimenopause

I’ve been working with a client who felt stuck as she entered perimenopause. Her usual routine no longer worked, and restless nights left her drained throughout the day.

Instead of pushing through with intense HIIT workouts that left her even more exhausted, we shifted to a structured strength training program to help her maintain and build muscle—something especially important as we age. She still incorporated cardio for heart health, but in shorter, more effective sessions that fit her busy schedule.

The change was transformative. She started looking forward to her workouts again, felt stronger, and began sleeping better. With improved sleep came mental clarity, lifting the brain fog she had been struggling with.

✨ If your routine isn’t working anymore, it’s not you—it’s time for a new approach. Let’s find what works for you.

03/03/2025

1. Five Ways to Get Ready for Your Holiday Without the Stress

Want to feel amazing on holiday? Work on your body image rather than focusing on weight loss.

You’ve booked the flights, planned the outfits, and started daydreaming about the beach. But when it comes to feeling confident in your skin, last-minute crash diets and intense workouts won’t work.

The key? Build confidence that isn’t reliant on your dress size.

Five Steps to Holiday Confidence

1. Strength Over Sweat
Don’t just burn calories—build strength. A simple, structured workout plan (three times a week) helps you shift focus from getting smaller to getting stronger.

2. Practice Gratitude
Rather than only accepting your body when it looks a certain way, practice daily gratitude for what your body allows you to do.

3. Fuel Your Body Right
Instead of cutting calories, focus on nourishing your body with whole foods and fuelling your body properly rather than punishing and depriving yourself.

4. Sleep Like It’s Your Job
Lack of sleep increases stress and can make anxiety surrounding our body worse. Aim for seven to nine hours per night to support your mental and physical health.

5. Focus On Your Strengths
We’ve been taught to place our self-worth on our body shape but we are more than that. Remind yourself of your unique strengths.

What’s your biggest challenge when prepping for a holiday? Let me know below.

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My ambition is to show that feeling fit and healthy is not confined to any age, gender or socioeconomic group but it is for everybody, no matter how busy they are. It is the best investment you can make. It is about being able to live life to its fullest from your twenties all the way into old age. Good health allows you to do all the things you want to do with the people you love.