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If you haven't checked out part 1 of this question it really is worth doing as I define some important terms- 'movement' 'activity' and 'exercise' in particular - the aim is to then allow us to find opportunities to focus effectively on the right blend for you. In this video I explore the things to consider when looking to decide what to focus on - exercise or diet or to what extent we need to focus on both.
Read MoreOur house is now rather full of Easter eggs and chocolate. And some of them are Cadbury's! I know other chocolate is available but this is like cat-nip to me. I already owe Rosie two big bars of Dairy Milk and a packet of Buttons! How's anyone supposed to stay on track with the healthier eating too?
Sprout-sized food for thought:
This has prompted my thinking to drift to questions that I regularly receive from listeners and clients, and in particular those around the question of what to focus on - Diet or Exercise. In this FAQ, I share how I define the key terms and clarify what we mean by 'movement,' 'activity,' 'exercise,' and 'diet' before answering the big question.
Read MoreSo, it's the Easter hols this week and next and I've taken a few days off. Headed up to Cragside in Northumberland for the day yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed it. But, I did feel a little guilt. 'I should be working.' and 'I'm just being lazy aren't I?'
Now these thoughts arose from old self-cabotage but just go to show how sticky they can be. I dealt with them but it got me thinking...
Read MoreI've been thinking this week about binge eating, especially since Easter is almost upon us and that signals Chocolate Eggs of all varieties, my favourite being the Cadbury's Dairy Milk Buttons Egg. What's yours? It's interesting how the commercialisation of this weekend leads many of us to think of chocolate before the real meaning behind Easter isn't it?
Read MoreHow often do you find yourself having the best of intentions when it comes to working towards a goal only to find yourself sliding back into default habits? There’s a good reason for this and in this video I share my thoughts on this and how to really get beyond those defaults.
Read MoreHave you ever found yourself saying 'I know what to do, so why don't I do it?' If so, you are not alone. I share some thoughts on how to deal with this kind of self-criticism and move on...
Read MoreHave you ever found yourself saying 'I know what to do, so why don't I do it?' If so, you are not alone. I share some thoughts on how to deal with this kind of self-criticism and move on...
Read MoreIf you find yourself prone to putting others first and at the expense of yourself, perhaps even when supporting others can lead to rescuing them, saving them, being there for them when they have no expectation of tha then you are likely to know the feelings of constant pressure to please, and the guilt when not able to help.
Read MoreDoes this sound familiar? You’re just settling down to sleep, and your brain decides now is a good time to raise some issues. It’s something that happens to me, and to many of my clients too. Our brains are amazing - but their timing can suck!
Read MoreI've missed that planned training session because I just couldn't be arsed. I've had five hobnobs with my cup of coffee!
And my daughter's school has just rang to say she is not well and needs picking up. It's time like this that remind me, that the aim is not perfect...
Read MoreHow often have you found yourself falling off the wagon, veering off track with your goals or coming to a total standstill? It happens doesn't it. Especially if we embark with gusto on a new huge goal. We can often over estimate what we can actually do and under estimate the time it takes to get it done. As someone who has spent a lot of my life wrestling that 'all or nothing' drive, i've come to learn the power of reining myself back in and toning down the effort level in order to get back on with the business of achieving the goal. In this video, I share not only how to rein it in, but how to harness that huge drive to focus on the goal in a more powerful way.
Read MoreIn this short snippet I share some thoughts on the power of community and an often under-appreciated aspect of it. We've all no doubt heard of the power of community and the importance to wellbeing, but sometimes it's important to specify why. when we find ourselves with negative news, outrage and divisiveness, there is one aspect of Community that can really uplift us. #coach #midlifecoach #midlifewomen #midlifemens #weightmanagement #weightloss #weightlossjourney
Read MoreIn my video "How can I stop my brain from disrupting sleep? I talked about the importance of downloading what's on our minds before trying ti sleep or switch-off.
The reason being that 'stuff' that we leave on our mind will not only have our mind, but then surface as unresolved and more worrisome at times when we are trying to unwind or relax.
Read MoreIn this short snippet I suggest how using deliberate distraction can help reduce your snacking tendencies. This is a regular challenge for many of my clients. Hey, who doesn't have a time of day or a place that increases the risk of snacking undermining weight loss efforts? I share how to effectively use distraction to help.
Read MoreIn this short snippet from episode 89 of the restless midlifer podcast, my guest Rachel Williams, wellbeing consultant, shares some insights into getting better sleep. Sleep is a vital ingredient in our health, and for many can be elusive. Rachel shares some tips and elaborates on the importance of routines in establishing better sleep patterns
Read MoreI want to encourage you to focus on 'doing the do, like Betty Boo. Instead of focusing on the quality of what you are doing (in relation to your health goal), focus on simply doing.
Read MoreAs a parting thought this year, i wanted to encourage you to really focus on your health for 2023, and to do so in a sprout-sized manner. It really is possible to make dramatic improvements to your health by making small changes and sweating the sprout-sized habits consistently.
Read MoreOne of the issues in my opinion with New Year's Resolutions is not that we make them and then don't seem to stick with them, but that we don't put enough time aside to consider the context and the 'why' for the goal and then don't formulate a plan that is capable of being life-proof and sustainable.
Read MoreI find that motivation and inspiration, whilst wonderful can be fleeting and never seem to be around when you need them to be, i.e. to help you with the day to day grind of working through the sprout-sized actions and habits to achieve the goal.
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