Stuart McLay Nutrition

19/02/2026

And that’s why your diet keeps falling apart.Let’s just clear something up straight away.You are not lazy.You’re not weak.You don’t “lack discipline.”You’re not secretly addicted to biscuits.You’re knackered.And when you’re knackered, everything feels harder. Including the things y...

10/02/2026

You’ve probably seen the headlines…Heard the whispers in gyms…Or maybe even Googled them yourself:💉 “Ozempic. Wegovy. Mounjaro.”The weight loss injections that promise to finally make it easier.And look, I get the appeal.If you’ve spent years trying to lose weight, bouncing between pl...

06/02/2026

Let me guess.You started the year full of good intentions.Maybe it wasn’t some massive New Year’s resolution, maybe it was more like:"This time I just want to feel better. Fitter. Stronger. Less like I’m surviving the day."But now it’s February…And despite your best efforts, you feel like ...

27/01/2026

The new year, new me buzz has worn off.Motivation's MIA.The plan you swore you'd stick to?Hanging on by a thread (if at all).And you know what? You’re not alone, and you’re not a failure.Because this is the bit nobody talks about.The bit where the enthusiasm fades, your energy gets zapped, and l...

16/12/2025

If Christmas already has you feeling anxious about food, your body, or how much “damage” you’re going to have to undo in January, let me say this clearly:Christmas isn’t the problem.And January motivation won’t fix it.That might sound uncomfortable, but it’s also a massive relief once yo...

10/12/2025

Why That’s Not Laziness, and What to Do Instead“I know what to do… I’m just not doing it.”If that sentence has been bouncing around your head lately, you’re not alone.It’s one of the most common things I hear from new clients, and it’s usually said with a mix of guilt, shame, and a w...

25/11/2025

Let’s face it, December can feel like a full-time job.You're juggling gift shopping, school plays, icy roads, last-minute deadlines, and a fridge full of mince pies... all while trying to stay on top of your fitness and nutrition.But here's the truth: you can enjoy Christmas without falling into t...

10/11/2025

22/10/2025

Let’s face it, knowing what to eat isn't the problem.The real struggle...Those moments where you’re overwhelmed, drained, and find yourself elbow-deep in a family-sized bag of crisps, wondering, “Why the hell did I do that again?”If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just need more willpower,...

15/10/2025

Let’s be honest.You’re brilliant at showing up for everyone else.You’re the one who keeps the wheels turning at home.You remember the dog’s vet appointment, the school play, the work deadlines.You make the dinners, manage the chaos, and somehow still try to be there for everyone, even when y...

01/10/2025

Forget “just do it.” Here’s how to build real, lasting motivation when life’s a lot.There’s a massive problem with most motivation advice in the fitness world.You’re either told:👉 “Just get it done.”👉 “You need to want it more.”👉 “Learn to love it and you’ll never ne...

24/09/2025

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re not new to trying.You’ve tried to lose weight.Tried to get stronger.Tried to feel more confident about your body.And if you’re anything like most of my clients, you’ve probably thought:“I know what I’m supposed to do… I’m just not doing it...