Get More Veg In
Some times it can be hard to find autumnal dinner recipes that aren’t full of stodgy carbs. Why not try this Vegetable and Tuna Salad which packs a protein punch but also gets you a veggie boost. Only 320 calories with 12g of protein
Do you use a Fitness Tracker?
We all know the challenges of losing weight. A great way of staying on track with any fitness plan (or just getting in shape) would be by wearing a tracker like the ones available at Fitbit or Apple! Not only do these show you how many steps yo have taken over the day it also …
Fed Up With Feeling Frumpy
I was messing around with my daughter Georgina today (she’s 13 going on 20!) and we were talking about boys and stuff. Then later on I reminded myself how our lives change when we have kids. I mean having a baby changes EVERYTHING. Your routines. Your priorities. Your body. Having time to look after yourself …
I Knew I Was Capable Of More
One of the things that used to frustrate the hell out of me when I was fat, lazy and unhealthy was that deep down I knew that was capable of more. I knew that I wasn’t put on this earth to eat crap food and drink too much wine – and not look after myself. …
Best Way To Drop Body Fat For Ladies Over 30
“What’s the best way to lose weight?” – one of the most common questions that I get asked. By ladies that are absolutely fed up of years of yo-yo dieting. I used to be that lady as well 10-15 years ago – and it was exhausting. For me, it used to go something like this…. …
It Was A Scary 418 Feet To The Bottom
What a crazy afternoon Saturday was for 6 of our members. Can you imagine having no experience of abseiling, and with very little trainingon the day looking down from the top of the Northampton Lift Tower?! 418 feet from top to bottom. And then with your heart beating super fast, and your stomach in knots, …
72 Year Old Lady In 21 Year Old Body
One of the things that I love trying to do is to inspire other ladiesto focus on their health and fitness. As we get older it becomes so much more important. In fact one of our core company values is ‘Inspiration’ And here’s a little story that I came across yesterday that I think will …
Why The Gym Just Doesn’t Work
Please allow me to share with you one of my early frustrations from around 12 years agowhen I was trying to lose a 3 stone following the birth of my daughter Georgina. I thought the solution was ‘The Gym’ I was living in Milton Keynes at the time and booked a tour around Virgin Active …
Big Mistake When Trying To Lose Fat
There was an article in The Independent newspaper yesterday about the 15 biggest mistakes people make when trying to lose weight. The usual stuff was listed such as: paying too much attention to the number on the scales eating too many calories not tracking what they’re eating not eating enough protein not exercising Everyone kinda …