Mindset Matters

03/02/2024

How we think affects how we feel, and how we feel affects how we act, and how we acts affects the outcome. All too many of us hope for the best, whilst expecting the worst, and don't give enough time and effort over to how we could better prepare ourselves. Read on to find out how we can suggest to our brains ways to behave and perform more helpfully.

Strategies for Building Habits

27/03/2024

There are lots of different ways we can incorporate change into our lives, and being aware of different possible strategies optimises our chances of success. There is no "one size fits all" and what works for someone else might well not work for you. Having said that, it can be worth experimenting with a new approach - you never know, it might prove really helpful. Read on for more suggestions.

Tracking Tips Two

04/04/2024

Keeping a track of what you are doing is a good way to manage change...

What's Getting in your Way?

31/12/2023

Most women are busy women, with many conflicting demands on our time and attention. Even if this isn't the case, making lasting change is challenging. We can beat ourselves up for our lack of organisation or willpower, or we can uncover what is getting in the way and work out strategies to deal with it. Some of the barriers are obvious, whereas others can be quite surprising.

Slow is the New Fast

31/12/2023

Gone are the days of banging out reps at speed. Slow is so much better. Eccentric exercise leads to better gains in muscle mass than concentric contractions, and going slowly minimises the risk of injury. The muscles being under load for longer at a time is also very beneficial. Give it a go!

This Really Works!

01/01/2024

You might be wondering if just fitting exercise in around your other commitments can really make that much difference. Surely it’s better to hit the gym for a proper workout? Turns out, no, this approach is actually better in many ways. And for most of us it’s more sustainable.

Tracking Tips

08/12/2023

What you measure, you can manage. It can be a great idea to keep a track of what you are doing. Find a way that suits you.