I have been thinking about Christmas a lot recently, and the effect it has on people. So many people have kind of given up on their nutrition and training, misguidedly assuming that all the parties and special celebratory meals will mean we are bound to gain body fat between now and New Year, and thus [...]

Are you already resigned to the fact that you are going to be one of the millions who gains weight over Christmas? Have you decided that it’s all too much trouble to try to manage to ‘stick to your diet’ so you might as well not bother at all? Or, are you one of the [...]

Goal setting is vital for increasing your chances of success. The people who don’t take this step are the ones who will get stuck into an exercise programme or a new diet, will give it all their attention for a short period of time, then let it fall by the wayside before it’s had a [...]

I used to love going to the gym. As an office worker it was my sanctuary, the place I went to when I wanted to sweat my stresses away. And also do a bit of socialising – all those like minded people. At the time it was a good thing, but now I realise that [...]

Struggling to lose weight? Feel like you don’t know where to start? Here are 10 essential tips to get you started and make sure you reach your fat loss goals! 1. MINDSET. A can-do attitude is so important. The foundation of this is a real desire to achieve. Think about what you want and why. [...]

At the beginning of any fat loss programme, many people come to me feeling unfit and overweight but also low on energy and stressed. Exercise will increase your energy levels and reduce your stress levels, but at this very point in time, when you most need to reduce stress levels, the idea of taking on [...]

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When it comes to fat loss, we really need to find out what works for us, individually, and learn how to apply lifestyle changes to our lives, in a way we actually enjoy and can maintain for life. We also need to take full responsibility for making these changes, and doing all we can to [...]

Writing down your goals is the first step to making them real. Posting these goals up somewhere you can see them on a regular basis further increases your chances of success, as you are constantly reminded of what you want to achieve, especially if you have included a behavioural element to the goals. If you [...]

Are you a seasoned gym-goer, frustrated with long bouts of cardio to burn calories, who doesn’t seem to be actually burning fat? Are you a knowledgeable fitness enthusiast who has been doing resistance training and / or interval training but has hit a bit of a plateau or just wants more ‘spice’ and variety in [...]

So simple it’s crazy but bet you aren’t using this nifty trick to drink more water! Dehydration will make you sluggish and stop you burning fat, so get on it! http://www.fitbodyfix.com

Do you feel overwhelmed by information on what to eat and how to exercise to lose weight and get the body you have always wished for? Well, you’re not alone! The media throws out information and, more frequently, misinformation on a regular basis – as it is what sells papers, magazines and diet books! You [...]

We all breathe without even really thinking about it, but many of us don’t breathe to our full potential. We tend to breathe shallowly and quickly, and therefore don’t give our bodies as much oxygen as we could. By learning to breath more effectively and fully we can increase our energy levels and general sense [...]

‘Prior Planning and Preparation Prevents Poor Performance’ Without planning, how can you expect to succeed? We don’t leave for a journey with no map, otherwise we would only end up getting lost, or back where we started if we are lucky. Take some time to plan what you are going to do, how you are [...]

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Are you ashamed to reveal your legs in a skimpy skirt or shorts? Do you reach for the sarong every summer? Well, those days are soon to be no more! Perform this workout 3 times a week and watch in awe as your legs become sleeker and toned! WARM UP: 5 mins progressive warm up [...]

Kettlebells may seem a little scary or intimidating at first glance, but in truth, there is no better tool to sculpt a lean, feminine physique than the kettlebell. Used for centuries by Russian strongmen, Special Forces, Olympians and highly tuned athletes alike, the kettlebell has a reputation for getting results. But the results depend on [...]

The Turkish Get-Up is the exercise my clients and customers ‘love to hate’. And I must admit, I feel exactly the same way about them! They are hard, no two ways about it, but the feeling you get after a successful set is second to none – you can feel the satisfaction of having achieved [...]

Happy Festive Season! Well, there’s no denying Christmas Day is looming and parties are in full swing (some even kicked off before December here in the UK – I wonder how long before we start actually celebrating Thanksgiving?!) Anyway, you may have already heard the news about the biggest annual fitness giveaway over at: http://www.12daysoffitness.com… [...]

Want to work those abs and injury-proof your back at the same time? This classic kettlebell exercise delivers all that and more!

Kettlebells tick all the boxes as far as I, as a trainer, am concerned. My clients want great results in minimum time, and they want fun and varied workouts. The kettlebell delivers on all counts. So, what is it about kettlebells that make them the best choice for fat loss? 1. Maximum Results, Minimum Time [...]

As a surfer, and all round ‘board sports’ woman, I want my training to make my ‘playtime’ even more fun! I windsurf, surf, kitesurf, snowboard and have recently taken up stand up paddle surfing – my weekends are dedicated to whatever nature has in store, and if the forecast is for strong winds or massive [...]