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A friendly reminder that when it comes to food, less is not always best! Unless you’re trying to lose mass then yes, you do not need to be in a calorie deficit (burning more than you eat • There’s a misconception when it comes to being healthy that you need to eat less • I’m eating more than ever right now but still sticking to my maintenance calories. How? I swapped my mid afternoon protein bar for a couple of boiled eggs and babybels, I swapped pre-packed sandwiches for homemade lunch boxes filled with chicken, feta and bulgar wheat and I swapped eating out 2-3 times a week to maybe just once. The result? I feel more energetic, I feel fuller for longer and I’m able to nail those evening workouts more than ever! So next time you think you need to eat less, think about how you could eat better instead ✌🏼 #personaltrainerlife #glowgrowcreate #myselflovestyle #readysweatglow #gramandgo #fitnessbabes #fitwomen #fitblog #workoutideas #fitnessfun #fitnesslove #fitnessaddicts #fitgram #fitnesstrainer #fitnessforlife #fitnessinfluencer #gyminspiration #fitnessfreaks #fitnesscoach #fitnesslover #fitnesstraining #onlinepersonaltrainer #certifiedpersonaltrainer #sustainabledieting #healtheating #eatbetternotless #sustainableweightloss #healthyhabits #healthyeatinghabits #healthyfoodtips (at West Yorkshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSqmCLot1sm/?utm_medium=tumblr

One comment that I often get is 'I wish I was as motivated as you'. And although it's a wonderful compliment to be paid, I have to admit, I'm not always 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 motivated. In fact I would say there are at least 2-3 workouts a week when I would much rather stay at home, watch Netflix and chill the F out • However, I started running and going to the gym back in 2007 and on those days where I lack motivation, discipline kicks in. Motivation is naturally derived from our desire to achieve something, usually an extrinsic goal • Motivation doesn't last forever (because you either achieve your goals and move on or you lose motivation because your goals weren't realistic), and that is where discipline comes in. Discipline is the ability to keep striving for your goals even when your motivation has gone AWOL • It comes from knowing you're doing the right thing and that you're working towards a bigger intrinsic goal • Developing self-discipline is more important than having motivation as often motivation is why you start, but discipline keeps you going. Tell me, are you motivated or disciplined? #personaltrainerlife #gramandgo #myselflovestyle #fittips #readysweatglow #fitnesslifestyle #discoverunder2k #wellnessblogger #wellnesscoach #memestagram #memeshark #gymmemes #workoutmemes #motivationvsdiscipline #gymmotivation #goalgetter #gymmotivationalquotes #gymmotivationquote #gymmotivational #gymmotivationdaily #instagramfit #itsgymtime #fitnesstips #fitgoals #fitnessfun #fitnessgram #fitnessaddicts #fitgram #fitnesstrainer #gymmotivationalquote (at West Yorkshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSdtXsht8aZ/?utm_medium=tumblr

Can we get personal for a sec? 🤫 As much as I absolutely love chatting with you in the comments and via DM, there’s something so much more special about talking to you. Let’s take the jump. Send me a message right now about your biggest fitness struggle at the moment • I’ll reply with a voice note helping you! 👟 P.S. I think these @ryderwear leggings are my new favourite obsession… #teamryderwear #personaltrainerlife #myselflovestyle #glowgrowcreate #gramandgo #fitcommunity #readysweatglow #fitnessmotivation #activewearaddict #activewearforwomen #activewearfashion #discoverunder2k #wellnessblogger #wellnesscoach #strongnotskinny #fitnesspage #fitnessforlife #gymoutfits #askmeanything #fitnessadvice #fitnesscoaching #womensfitnesscoach #fittips #onlinecoach #ptsofinstagram #onlinecoaching #instagrampt #fitnesscoach #abs #strongwomen (at Leeds) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSbQx53NsMv/?utm_medium=tumblr

How to exercise safely in hot weather . . . . . . I mean I know to the rest of the world 20°s isn't hot, but when the temperature only reaches those heights for a handful of days a year it can be quite a shock to our little British bodies! The weather totally caught me off guard this week as I set out on my 6-mile run home from the garage after dropping my car for its MOT • I set out at a really good pace (in fact I was sub 10-minute mileing for the first few miles) but then I started to feel the heat • My heart rate was HIIIIIIIIIGH, I was struggling to catch my breath and I felt sick. Hello summer running my old friend! So I took it easy on myself - I decided to do a run walk instead (because there is no shame in walking) and treated myself to a halfway Twister! Why? Because I hadn't remembered the three golden rules of exercising in hot weather; 1️⃣ Stay Hydrated - most of us naturally wait until we're thirsty to drink, however, in hot weather taking frequent sips of water is a better way to stay hydrated • When exercising, opting for a sports drink can help to replace vital minerals and electrolytes lost through sweating! 2️⃣ Avoid Midday Sun - we all know this is when the sun is at it's strongest and it's best to avoid exercising at this time, especially outdoors • Try and opt for morning or evening workouts, or if you can't avoid it, opt for a swim or a nice air conditioned gym instead! 3️⃣ Dress Sensibly - we all know dark colours are more flattering, but they're no good for you when the sun has got it's hat on • Light weight, light coloured & loose fitting clothing helps sweat evaporate and keeps you cooler so opt for something bright and cheery instead! Stay safe peeps! #personaltrainerlife #glowgrowcreate #myselflovestyle #fitcommunity #gramandgo #fittips #readysweatglow #activeliving #sunnyworkouts #britishsummertime #staysafe #hotweather #stayhydrated #midddaysun #summerworkouts #hotweatherworkouts #discoverunder2k #wellnessblogger #wellnesscoach #fitnesstips #fitnessadvice #fitnesspage #workouttips #womenshealth #tipsforrunners #marathontraining #summerrunning #britishsummertime (at West Yorkshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRYKoQNtqlB/?utm_medium=tumblr

⛔ 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 ⛔ I get it, I've been there and there's nothing wrong with wanting to achieve something to make others feel proud of you but your happiness cannot be rooted in other people. As children we rely on external validation in order to prepare ourselves for the big wide world and it's often something that we struggle to snap out of once we reach adulthood • Many of us initially start working out for someone else - we want to look 'better' for our partners, we want to make our friends and family proud as we cross the finish line or we want to prove that person who said we couldn't do something wrong. But what happens when your partner doesn't mention those changes you can see? What happens when your friends and family don't see the big deal in you crossing the finish line with a PB? Will that person who said you couldn't achieve something even notice if you do? The issue with external validation is that we cannot control the thoughts or feelings of others • So stop stressing about what you can't control, and focus on what you can • Yourself. By putting yourself first, your goals and happiness, you will not only find more joy in what you are doing, you will also find that you value every step forward that little bit more. Don't forget to share & save ✌️ #personaltrainerlife #glowgrowcreate #myselflovestyle #readysweatglow #gramandgo #fitnessmotivation #discoverunder2k #motivationalquote #inspirationquotes #mindsetquotes #motivationquotes #motivating #thegoodquote #inspiringquotes #amazingquotes #educated #relationshipquotes #quotesandsayings #positivequotes #quotestoinspire #fitblog #fitnessgirlsmotivation #fitnessguru #fitnessmotivationquote #fitnesscoach #fitgoals #fitnessmode #gyminspiration #fitnessmotivationsdaily #fitnessblogger (at West Yorkshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQPEgqSNmaB/?utm_medium=tumblr

⚡ 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙨𝙚𝙩 𝙤𝙗𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙘𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙤 '𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢' 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙮𝙡𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 ⚡ "I don't have the time" "I don't have the money" "I don't have the knowledge" If you haven’t come up against all three of these mindset obstacles, I can (almost!) guarantee that you’ve come up against one! Consider this your reminder that you aren’t alone • In fact, I’ve personally struggled with each and every one of these on my journey to becoming the healthiest, happiest, strongest version of myself. Drop a 🙋emoji in the comments if you’ve been there too and let’s embrace these challenges together! #personaltrainerlife #glowgrowcreate #gramandgo #myselflovestyle #fitcommunity #readysweatglow #findyourstrong #fitnesslifestyle #activeliving #fitnessmotivation #activewearaddict #activewearforwomen #activewearfashion #babesinflexxfit #discoverunder2k #wellnessblogger #wellnesscoach #strongnotskinny #fitnesspage #fitnessadvice #onlinefitnesscoach #fitnesscoach #getfitwithme #mindsetobstacles #startsayingican #abs #getshreddy #wecan #justdoit #starttoday (at West Yorkshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CP2XVG-tA2z/?utm_medium=tumblr