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Created for Mums who want to feel good about themselves again. Advice, information , tips and conversations about Nutrition, Exercise and Mental Health

17/10/2022

Let's talk about 'hip dips' 👍

Who else has seen numerous workouts on social media that claim to 'get rid of hip dips'?

Let me tell you a secret.........you can't get rid of hip dips!
They are caused by genetics and the shape of your pelvis. No exercise is going to change the shape of your bones 🤦🏼‍♀️

You can do exercises that build your glute medius muscles (the muscles on the side of your bum) which can result in a 'rounder' bum profile from behind. However when people refer to hip dips they are talking about these indents that I'm pointing to in this picture.
Again, the size of these indents is determined by the shape of your pelvis.
Nothing to do with being overweight, underweight, needing to exercise more etc.
Train your legs and bum to be strong, please don't train them because you are trying to change something that not only can't be changed but is also 100% normal 😊👍

14/10/2022

Just a gentle reminder ✨️
Taking care of yourself is not selfish, it's essential.
As parents we are often so busy putting our children first that we forget about ourselves. Just remember that taking care of yourself is part of being a good parent 🥰

08/10/2022

Carrying on with 'normalising normal bodies' 💓
These are actually old pics that I took during lockdown, but the point remains the same.
This is not a before and after, these are taken seconds apart, the only thing that's changed is my pose.
I am generally a poser in pictures 🤷🏼‍♀️ who isn't? We all want to look our best but the point is you can't compare somebody's carefully posed shot to your relaxed body.
We all get bloated, we all have tummy rolls when we sit down, we all have stretch marks and cellulite and unflattering angles.
So give yourself a break and don't compare yourself to posed and very often airbrushed pictures 💓

07/10/2022

Don't just be mindful of how you speak to others, be mindful of how you speak to yourself 💓

Negative self talk can not only lead to decreased motivation and low mood but it has also been linked to poor mental health and depression.

So don't forget to show yourself the same care and love you show others, be kind to yourself 💓

06/10/2022

Commit! Hold yourself accountable!

It's so easy to say -

'I'm going to be more active this week'
'I'm going to get to the gym this week'
'I'm going take a walk everyday this week'
........and then this week is gone......but we can do it next week right 🤷🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️

Whether it's a morning walk, a gym session or a home workout, schedule it in!
Write it down, put it in your diary, put it in your phone, tell a friend you are going to do it.
Commit to yourself when you are going to do it and hold yourself accountable 👍

05/10/2022

Quick and easy Chinese fakeaway 😋

This meal is quick, healthy and extremely tasty!
Chinese chicken and broccoli and rice.

All you need is -
Chicken (breast or thighs)
Dark soy sauce
Hoisin sauce
Garlic
Ginger (fresh or flakes)
Broccoli
Your choice of rice or noodles

Steam your broccoli in a pan with a little water.
Mix the soy and hoisin sauce together in a bowl.
Stir fry the chicken for 5 minutes before adding some garlic, ginger and the sauce. Stir well and allow to cook.
Add the broccoli a couple of minutes before it's done.
Serve with your choice of rice or noodles.

Enjoy 😊

03/10/2022

Good morning 🥰

Start your day with a positive mindset ✨️

29/09/2022

Want a tasty, healthy and filling breakfast waiting for you when you wake up? 😍

Overnight oats are so simple to make and you can pretty much add anything to them depending what flavours you like!

The base of overnight oats is literally just rolled oats and milk ( doesn't have to be dairy, can be a plant based alternative) mixed together and left in the fridge overnight. You can mix in some honey to sweeten them 😊

Here's a few ideas of things to add to your oats for a tasty breakfast -

Banana and Nutella
Strawberries, blueberries and raspberries
Chopped apple and cinnamon
Almonds and chocolate chips

Optional extras you can try adding -
Vanilla
Chia seeds
Greek yoghurt
1 scoop of protein powder

Mason jars and jam jars make the perfect pot for your oats 👌

Give them a go 😊

28/09/2022

5 natural ways to feel more energised!

I saw a quote that said
"I'm not an early bird or a night owl, I'm some kind of permanently exhausted pigeon" 😆🤦🏼‍♀️
Since becoming a Mum I can definitely relate to this 😆 and it's very easy to become reliant on caffeine or sugar to try and make it through the afternoon!
However there are other, healthier and more effective, ways to increase your energy levels!

Here's 5 things to try -

1) Exercise!! I know it sounds backwards but exercise can actually boost your energy levels

2) Stay hydrated. Dehydration can cause fatigue.

3) Make sure you get enough sleep or take steps to improve your sleep quality.

4) Manage your stress levels. Stress is mentally and physically draining. Learn techniques to manage stress if it's getting on top of you.

5) Snack on fresh foods. As tempting as it is to reach for a sugary snack, if you snack on some fresh fruit instead it will avoid the sudden drop in blood sugar afterwards

👍

27/09/2022

As promised! This is the first in a series of posts about 'normalising normal bodies'.

Let's talk stretch marks and cellulite 👀

These pics were taken seconds apart. The only thing that changed was the light and my position.
I believe that social media in particular is guilty for leading us to believe that we have to be 'perfect' and to be perfect our bodies should look flawless. That's not reality.
Stretch marks and cellulite are NORMAL and no matter what shape and size you are you probably have some!

Stretch marks are a form of scar that appears when our skin has grown or shrunk too quickly. Various things can cause them from weight gain or weight loss to pregnancy or growth spurts. We may not like the appearance of them but they do fade over time, they are completely harmless and again.....they are NORMAL.

Cellulite is NORMAL fat underneath the skin. Having cellulite does NOT mean you are fat and if you have cellulite, even if you do lose a substantial amount of weight, you are likely to still have cellulite.
Again we may not like the appearance of it but it is completely harmless, the majority of women have it and it is NORMAL.

Stretch marks and cellulite are real and natural 💓 'Perfect' flawless bodies are not.

26/09/2022

Here's your Monday morning reminder to take one step at a time 🥰

Have an amazing day!

23/09/2022

Simple and tasty dinner idea 🍴

Bolognese stuffed Peppers 😋

Cook your mince (beef or turkey if you prefer) and chosen vegetables (I like to add onion and mushrooms) and mix in your bolognese sauce.

Half and de-seed your peppers and place on a baking tray.
Fill your pepper's with your bolognese and sprinkle on a bit of cheese 🧀
Bake for 20 minutes.

Serve with rocket salad 👌

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