The good news is, you don’t have to overhaul your entire lifestyle to see results. In fact, the most effective changes are often the smallest ones.

Why Small Habits Matter

Small habits may not seem like a big deal on their own, but over time, they add up to major results. By making small, sustainable changes, you’re more likely to stick with them, which leads to long-term success. Plus, these habits help create momentum – as you see progress, you’ll be motivated to keep going.

How to Build Healthy Habits

1. Start Small

If you’re trying to make a change, don’t go all in at once. Start with one small habit and build from there. For example, if you want to eat healthier, start by adding one serving of vegetables to each meal. If you want to get fitter, start with just walking more or building in 10 minutes of exercise a day.

2. Be Consistent

Consistency is key when it comes to building habits. Aim to do your new habit every day or as regularly as possible. The more consistent you are, the easier it becomes to stick with it. Over time, your habit will become automatic – something you do without even thinking about it.

3. Stack Your Habits

One way to build new habits is by “stacking” them onto existing habits. For example, if you want to start meditating, try doing it right after you brush your teeth each morning. By pairing a new habit with an established one, you’re more likely to remember to do it.

4. Track Your Progress

Tracking your habits is a great way to stay motivated. You can use a habit tracker, a journal, or even just a simple calendar to mark off each day you complete your habit. Seeing your progress will encourage you to keep going.

5. Celebrate Your Wins

It’s important to celebrate your progress, no matter how small. Did you complete all your workouts this week? Give yourself credit! Did you choose a healthy snack instead of a sugary one? That’s a win! Celebrating your successes helps reinforce your habits and keeps you motivated.

Examples of Small Habits That Lead to Big Results:

• Drinking a glass of water first thing in the morning.
• Going for a 10-minute walk each day.
• Preparing your workout clothes the night before.
• Swapping one processed snack for a piece of fruit.
• Doing 10 squats while waiting for the kettle to boil.

These small habits might not seem like much on their own, but over time, they add up to big results. If you’re ready to start building healthy habits, my Thrive in 5 programme is here to help. Together, we’ll create a plan that fits into your busy life, with small, manageable changes that lead to lasting success.  Messsage me!  

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I’d say there are a few things to keep in mind…. Firstly, you’re a human, so you want to have a good time with those people who mean a lot to you – let that be your priority!  You can enjoy yourself…. Party season doesn’t need to de-rail you!

Here are 5 things to remember this December:

• Enjoy yours-ELF!

Allow yourself the freedom to eat and drink some of the food / drink you might not have on a day to day basis.  Relax and enjoy it, tis the season and all, BUT be sensible and try not to completely over-indulge on these high fat, high sugar foods – moderation comes into play here. Have a couple of crackers with cheese, share a dessert, have a couple of chocolates (and savour them!), just don’t dive head first into the Celebrations tub…!

• MODERATE!

Too much of a good thing can actually be a bad thing.  Eat to enjoy, not because you ‘can’.  There’s no need to eat the full box of chocs in one sitting… you’d probably feel sick if you did, so practice eating a few and then putting the box away.  If after 30 mins you still really want another, have another, but often that short, enforced pause helps you break the binge-eating, mindless-chomping cycle.

• The first sip or bite is always the best!

Think about it – the first sip of wine, the first swig of gin, the first bite of pizza, the first profiterole…. The first bit is always the most enjoyable!  I’m not saying the rest isn’t nice, it is, but isn’t as good as that first bit!  So bear in mind this law of diminishing returns – eat until you’ve satisfied your need for enjoyment – once you have, stop.  This way you get the best of both worlds…

• MOVE MORE

Keep walking, working out and sticking to a regular routine of exercise.  ‘Party season’ is basically one whole month, so stick with routine where you can and flex a little when you need to.  Going out in the evening?  Workout in the morning.  Feeling hungover?  Walk it off before hunkering down on the sofa…  Meeting with friends?  Incorporate a cute winter walk (weather permitting!)

• Stick to the basics

On as many days as possible, stick to your new normal (those habits we’ve been working so hard to form) and smash the basics.  The worst thing you can do is jump off the wagon for the whole month – that will put you right back to square one.  Tick all the boxes you can, every day you can.  And on the days you can’t – enjoy yourself!  GUILT FREE!  And make sure you’re straight back to ticking the boxes the day after.  That’s how you smash your goals.  Doing the basics every day…. GET IT DONE!  JFDI!

Hopefully this helps you navigate the party season with intent…. The intent to continue to work on you and your goals, and the intent to enjoy it.  You can do both, but try to plan rather than just winging it!

Prepare for party season!  And Merry Christmas!

Kaye x

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• I started this insta account over 5 years ago when I recognised that fitness was a big part of my life and I thought I might have some useful tips, ideas, motivation, workouts, etc, to share with others… I had a corporate job, a new baby and zero fitness qualifications, but I knew fitness was a passion of mine and I had a strong belief I could  somehow help others.
• I’d always liked the idea of teaching fitness and helping people physically, especially as I used to work out on my own in the garage! Throughout Covid / Lockdown I set up some WhatsApp groups which were originally meant to serve as motivation for friends to workout, but I got a buzz from it! Soon enough I was working out with friends occasionally and finding that I really enjoyed it. It made me wonder ‘what if…?!’
• I let a coincidental event push me into doing something totally outside my comfort zone… My husband returned from the gym one evening after attending a sub-par spin class saying “I think you could teach a better class than that! It was rubbish!” 🤣 At the same time, I’d just started following a spin studio who was advertising their new spin course qualification… So I took it as a sign to say yes. I signed up for the course and I did it! And it was bloody hard! But I did it!
• After my spin qualification, I got my Level 2 (gym / class teaching) qualification – again, quite an intensive course, studying/learning most nights once the kids were in bed – but I had a vision. I wanted to teach a couple of classes a week alongside my corporate work. I thought that would give me a sense of achievement and freedom, so that’s what I worked towards.
• I took opportunities which arose after that – I was made aware of a spin teacher vacancy so I went for it. I was contacted about an opportunity to teach classes in a hotel gym… which I accepted… and which later led to the suggestion I should do my PT qualification…
• I knew I wanted to work in the fitness world but I wasn’t brave enough to take the leap into it whilst I still had my corporate job. There were many benefits in my role, there were drawbacks too, but leaving it was waaay too much of a risk. And I quite liked the kind of hybrid approach!

Until July. I was made redundant. Boom. Out of nowhere. It was a complete shock, yes, but it’s in my nature to see the positives in situations, so although the redundancy wasn’t ideal, I also knew it was a huge opportunity to make a career for myself, doing what I absolutely love! So, watch this space… as I draw a line under one chapter and start a new one, I wanted to reiterate my mission to help as many people as possible feel great about themselves, build self confidence and mental resilience and live their lives in a way which puts them in control and gives them increased energy and vitality. And I will do this in 3 ways…

1. Online coaching – work with me on a 1:1 basis to build better habits, become healthier, happier, stronger and more positive through regular habit tracking, mindset work, personalised goal setting and individual weekly check ins.
2. Personal Training – I can arrange 1:1 or 2:2 sessions in a lovely boutique, personal training gym in Chester.
3. Come to a class! I’d love to get to know more people and understand what your goals and aspirations are – classes are a great way to feel part of a team and they are always full of the nicest people!

MY TIP based on the above reflections… follow your passion. If you believe you can help people, or if you feel you have something others might find useful, do something about it! Start small. Start the insta account, create a facebook group, find out about other local people who might share your passion. Do it because it makes you happy, there doesn’t have to be another reason.

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Don’t get me wrong, I believe holidays are a time for relaxation and switching off.  As soon as that plane touches down, I don’t want to be checking emails or doing any work – I want to spend precious time with my family, sit (or lie) down in the sun (hopefully!) and switch off from the real world for a bit – that’s what holidays are about!  

I’ll be honest, after some holidays in the past, I’ve come home feeling a bit gross after too much over indulgence, and afterwards the temptation kicks in to over-restrict in order to re-address the ‘balance’.  But I’ve learnt that there is actually a different way, and I want to share that with you here. 

Remember that being more mindful about your activity and food consumption doesn’t automatically make a holiday less enjoyable – it might actually mean you enjoy it more!  

I had the best time away and I don’t feel like I missed out at all, but I did make some (quite enjoyable and realistic) compromises and sensible choices…  

1. I tried to include protein with each meal.  Why?  Because it keeps you fuller for longer!  For breakfast, I had lots of fruit, protein yoghurt and protein granola.  For lunch, I’d make a chicken or prawn salad or wrap.  For evening meals, I mainly opted for meat / fish and veg (and I did have some pasta and pizza too).  Everything tastes good when you’ve not had to make it yourself! 
2. I opted for potatoes rather than chips where possible.  Many of the restaurants we went to had this available as an option, and the main event is usually the fish / meat, so I do not mind foregoing chips if it means I can still enjoy the meal.  
3. I walked – a lot!  I averaged 15k steps a day and my non-negotiable step count was a minimum of 10k per day.  
4. I still worked out every other day!  To be honest, I’ve done this on holiday for years now, mainly because I love it and I feel so much better if I’ve worked out in the morning..  Working out doesn’t need to be in a gym – it can be anywhere – and bodyweight exercises are still great!
5. I drank ‘zero’ tonic with my gin!  Such an easy ‘swap’! Don’t get me wrong, I still had some wine and a few cocktails, but if I was drinking, it would usually be a gin and slim.
6. I opted out of dessert most nights and only had a couple of ice creams during the holiday.  We aren’t a big dessert-eating family really and I’d always prefer to have more savory than sweet, plus I was always full!  If the kids were getting ice creams and I wanted something, we’d share one, or I’d get a Calippo!

What I’m trying to do here is offer some practical, real life tips to consider when going away – IF YOU WANT TO.  There is no judgment here – you always have a choice when it comes to food and exercise – whether you’re on holiday or not – and if you’ve built up a good routine and rhythm and you want to continue that, then there are ways to do so.  But it must be a conscious decision and you will probably need to make compromises.  We can’t eat and drink everything in sight and expect to maintain our weight – it just doesn’t work like that.

So if you have body composition or fat loss goals, I want to reassure you that holidays are a time for enjoyment, but progress can also be made.  If you want to switch off and eat and drink whatever you like for a week or two, that’s absolutely fine too, but just understand what the consequences of that are likely to be.  You might decide that it’s absolutely worth it for you, in which case, go for it!  If not, perhaps consider some of the tips above.  Most importantly of all, ENJOY YOURSELF!  

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It’s so easy to put off going to bed, especially when you’re a parent to young, (or just demanding) kids! You just want a bit of time on your own before you sleep, before the relentlessness begins again tomorrow – I totally hear you! But sleep is the foundation of absolutely everything so it deserves some focus and priority!

When you are rested, you can handle most things more rationally and calmly, you are less likely to react emotionally, you have more patience, more energy and you are more likely to make wise choices.

When you’re tired, you’re constantly in combat with yourself – you reach for the sugary snacks and caffeine to try and wake yourself up, you have less energy and feel lethargic, you become more impatient, snappy, grumpy and just makes for an all round, more miserable and stressful day.

Most of the women I’ve spoken to this week say they need to go to bed earlier. The problem isn’t necessarily poor sleep during the night, it’s that they aren’t getting long enough in bed. If that sounds like you, please read on…! (If you are struggling with poor sleep too, this could also help you…)

My top tips for getting more sleep…

• Have a bedtime routine.

Mine is something like; take my make up off, skincare routine, brush my teeth, put my PJ’s on (if they’re not on already!!), go to the toilet, climb into bed. Takes me about 15-20 mins to actually get ready for bed, but having the same routine each night helps to prepare your body and mind for what’s to come. Do the same routine every night if you can.

• Go to sleep and get up around the same time each day

This really helps you get into a great rhythm and routine. You’ll have your natural circadian rhythm anyway, but you can adapt and train this to be different if you want it to be – like anything, it just takes time and consistency!

• Try and eat at least 2 hours before bed

It’s always best to go to bed when you’re not hungry but also not too full!  Practically, this may not work for everyone, but I still prefer to eat a little earlier and then stop eating for the night once my main meal is finished.

• Set an alarm!  A bedtime one!

If you’re anything like me, and you have a pretty thorough bedtime routine, you need to build this in to your evening so it doesn’t push your bedtime even later. Have a ‘sleep cut off time’ and set an alarm an hour before you’d like to go to sleep. If you’re watching something, you can finish it, if you’re doing something, it’ll prompt you to wrap it up.

• Scroll / shop / chat / (log your food on MFP!) do what you need to on your phone…

…but do it before your sleep cut off time!  Having the alarm set earlier will help you recognise the need to do this and the preparation will help you wake up on the front foot, meaning you can start the day feeling more organised and calm (and less like you’re winging it!)

• Don’t be afraid to use an eye mask / ear plugs!

I think my sleep has been transformed since using these.  Although not always practical (e.g. if you have small kids who wake up in the night), if you can use these, I definitely recommend you do.  Block out any sound and light, and get really comfy.

• Breathing exercises

Once your head is on the pillow, try some deep, slow breathing, in for 4, out for 6 and try and focus solely on that.  After a few rounds of that, you’ll be drifting peacefully into the land of nod and (hopefully!) be out like a light!

Hope this was useful!  Wishing you all a great night’s sleep!

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I know that many of you have tried the carb cutting, calorie slashing, juicing, detoxing, veg souping, [insert other diet types here!], other restrictive diets and it’s time to change that once and for all. I firmly believe that you can live a heathy, balanced life through making some simple tweaks and changes – and doing so consistently.

But first of all, I think a great starting point is understanding why none of those diets have worked (in the long term) in the past.

Many of the principles I coach centre around the reasons why diets haven’t worked in the past.  We need to understand and unpack these to make sure history doesn’t repeat itself….

Following the Thrive in 5 ethos, I’ve broken it down to 5 main reasons diets haven’t worked (or only worked temporarily) in the past…

• Unrealistic expectations – we don’t give it long enough! 

When we start something new and we change our behaviours and start to work hard towards something, we want to see the rewards from our labour – and quite rightly too!  Sometimes we’ve done all the right things, but we just get impatient!!  And when we don’t see results or changes, we just give up. We think: ‘why bother if it’s not working, I’ll just try something different’.  But that is a challenge we aim to overcome – setting the right expectations from the start and understanding that change takes time can really help shift this mindset.

Coaching principles to overcome this – PATIENCE AND CONSISTENCY.

• All or nothing mentality – we expect perfection

This is a biggie.  I fell into the trap many times too and the issue here is thinking your actions have to be totally perfect in order to get results.  It means we think we can’t start a new ‘diet’ if we have commitments, we think ‘Oh I’ll just wait until after X event to start’ – which is bonkers really because life will ALWAYS happen.

Once you do actually start to make positive changes, a second implication of this all or nothing mindset is the temptation to give in if you CAN’T be perfect.  Again – it’s life getting in the way!  But it always will, so we need to be able to cope with that while still working towards our goals.

Life will never be ‘perfect’ – in any respect – so let’s not expect it to be!  Let’s learn how to happily and healthily live our lives while maintaining some balance and  control.

Coaching principle to overcome this – SOMETHING IS ALWYS BETTER THAN NOTHING.

• We try and change too much at once.

This can be overwhelming and even though you might need to make a number changes to achieve your goals, changing everything at once is likely to result in burn out.

Coaching principle to overcome this – SMALL CHANGES OVER TIME. 

• We attach too much importance to scale weight.

When we try hard to lose weight we want to see it reflected on the scales, but weight fluctuates for so many different reasons and it is not a direct measure of fat loss.

If you are doing the right thing and losing fat, it can take a while for this to be reflected on the scales….  The key is to keep going and focus on other things instead of weight alone.

So many (if not all) of my clients have experienced this and it can be really disheartening, but we have strategies to deal with it.  It’s hard to change perspective around this – I struggle with it too sometimes, but this is where coaching comes into its own….  Having someone to reassure you is key.  Having someone there to assess whether you are doing the right things is important too…. If you’re doing this by yourself, it’s very easy to convince yourself that whatever you’re doing isn’t working, when that’s probably not the case.  You just aren’t seeing it on the scales YET.

There are so many other benefits associated with healthier habits and they do get overlooked.  Focus on how you feel and make lifestyle changes because it’s an act of self care and respect, not because it’s some sort of weight loss drive.

Coaching principle to overcome this – FOCUS ON THE NON-SCALE VICTORIES.

• Lack of flexibility and support when things don’t go to plan

Despite best intentions, it’s highly unlikely you will be able to stick to a healthy eating plan 100% of the time.  Period. With or without a coach!  Occasions and events happen; celebrations, illnesses, injury, holidays, family emergencies, children, etc…. It’s about fully appreciating this and ensuring you do SOMETHING rather than NOTHING in these circumstances and that you aim for adherence to your plan for 85%+ of the time.  Consistency always wins!

If something happens which means you can’t hit your protein target, if you go out with friends for a reunion and drink too much and end up with a horrible hangover, if your child is ill so you can’t go to the supermarket, if you break your ankle so you can’t walk – there is always a way to edge closer to your goals.  And I am here to help support and guide you with that.

Coaching principle to overcome this – WORK TOGETHER AND OFFER SUPPORT AND ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS TO PROBLEMS.

If any of this resonates with you and you’d like to ditch the diet culture for good, please feel free to contact me to find out more.  I’d love to help and support you.

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• Repetition with food

From a food consumption point of view, if you have certain meals which you know are calorie controlled and packed full of protein, it’s a no-brainer to make them a regular part of your diet. It works, therefore repeat.

• Repetition with meals

It’s also great to have repeat meals in your repertoire from a tracking perspective- if you have a small selection of breakfasts and lunches to choose from it takes away some of the decision fatigue and puts less pressure on having to track every bite. You already know what it contains, so eat it and mentally track it if you prefer to. It works, therefore repeat.

• Repetition with weights

Repetition of certain exercises is also something you’ll experience when you’re building strength and muscle. There are certain exercises which just work, so although you might think it’s good to switch things up regularly, sometimes it’s better to keep doing the same basic exercises because (spoiler…) THEY WORK. (Caveat here – you need to increase the weight as you get stronger to keep challenging and building muscle, but the movements will stay the same).

Squats, lunges, deadlifts, shoulder press, bicep curls, tricep extensions, plank and press ups will almost always feature in my workouts… often compounded with one another to achieve greater time efficiency… they are damn effective!! They target the muscles we want to stimulate! It’s why we do them so much! It works, therefore repeat.

• Repetition with coaching

I will often repeat myself to make sure my message is heard. I’ll try to do it in a slightly different way each time, much like the workouts and the nutrition advice I give – I don’t want people to get bored! But at the same time I want people to appreciate, acknowledge and embrace that repetition can actually be a really good thing when it comes to fat loss – reframe ‘boring’ to ‘efficient’ and use it to your advantage – you’ll be on to a winner if you do! 🤘🏼

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So, let’s try and win the day, EVERY DAY!  Mindset matters.

Each morning, as you wake up, I’d like you to take some time to appreciate and focus on the great things you have in your life. Everyone has something to be grateful for…! I’d also like you to think about the day ahead.  This whole process should take less than 10 mins.

I’d like you to introduce a new routine which sees you start the day with purpose, intent and positivity…

As you wake up, force yourself to be present in bed. Feel the pillow, feel the sheets and take 3 big, long, deep breaths, I’d then like you to ask yourself 3 questions and write down the answers…

1. What is the most important thing you need to do today?  This could be completing a task you’ve been meaning to do for a while, or making sure you make that telephone call, or booking that appointment you’ve been meaning to do.
2. Name something (one thing) you are grateful for today – this could be something that has happened to you recently, or something you feel grateful to have, or anything that makes you feel happy.
3. What quality /characteristic do you want to demonstrate today?  How do you want to show up to the world?  You might have an important meeting, therefore you want to appear professional and calm.  You may be spending the day with your kids, therefore wanting to be fun and present, it could be anything.

Guidelines for this:

• You can’t repeat the same things everyday.
• You might need to set your alarm 5-10 mins earlier than normal, but I don’t want you to start looking at your phone until you’ve done the task.
• Keep a notebook by the bed and write in that, ideally.  You can do this on your phone if you want to too (I do!) – there is a new ‘Journal’ app on iPhones which is perfect for this.
• Jot down your 3 things – shouldn’t take long.
• Then take another 3 deep breaths while you think about those things.
• And get on with your day… Keep those 3 answers top of mind throughout the day…  If you find yourself feeling stressed, take a second to remind yourself of how you wanted to show up today.

Simple. But transformational.

Acts of gratitude like this can really help your mindset as it forces you to think about positive things and take control of your day from the off. The more we force ourselves to do this, the more we train our brain to appreciate the smaller things in life as we go about our day. The mind is a muscle, use it; search for the positives and you will become a much more positive person by default. Sounds a bit hippy-ish, but it’s true! Positivity breeds positivity! If you wake up and immediately think about how tired you are and how stressed you’re going to be, it’s likely the day will run you, you’ll have a negative frame of mind from the off and it’s even more likely that your day will be pants! So let’s try and flip that. (I’m not saying journalling / practicing gratitude will banish shit days completely, but at least we can exert some control here! Control the controlables!)

Life is bloody hectic. But practicing this will really help focus your thoughts and start your day off right. It might not always be easy to think of different things to be grateful every day, but that’s the challenge!!! I’ve recently started this and it’s incredible how much the internal conversation stays with you throughout the day.  So, I encourage you to try it! Get organised, get the notebook, keep an open mind and just do it. Just start.

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Snacking is something most of us do and it can really impact our ability to achieve our goals if we don’t take steps to reduce it.  So many people struggle with this, regardless of thier goals, but for those with fat loss goals, snacking can be deterimental to progress.

I wanted to give you a tangible tool, something which you can use to help yourself with this and something you can action STRAIGHT AWAY.

Before you mindlessly grab some snacks, next time, think about these 4P’s…

• PAUSE

Just take a second to think about what you are doing and ask yourself if eating those snacks will take you further towards or further away from your goals.

Is the short term pleasure you will get from this snack GREATER than your desire to achieve your longer term goals?  If the answer is no, step away from the snacks!

• PROBLEM

Are you snacking to escape something?  A feeling?  Try and really understand the reason you’re wanting to snack.  Loneliness?  Stress?  Boredom?  Grief?

Whatever the reason is, I’d like you to just acknowledge it.  Will food make it better?  Perhaps, for about 30 seconds, but it won’t make the feeling go away.  If anything, it’s likely to make you feel worse as it’s taken you further away from your goals.  You will feel so much better if you put the snacks down (saying NO to the snacks is saying YES to your progress) and resist.  And you can allow yourself to feel smug and happy about doing that!!  HIGH FIVE!

• PIVOT

Change your surroundings!  Find something else to help alleviate the feeling which is driving you to snack.  Lonely?  Can you call a friend / your Mum?  Stressed?  Can you do something to actively relieve your stress?  10 mins stretching / breathing can really help.  Bored?  Can you go for a walk outside?  Can you clear out a draw / cupboard?  Listen to a podcast while you do something productive?  Grieving?  Can you write down your feelings / memories or talk to someone else going through similar?

• PRAISE

Give yourself some recognition every single time you steer yourself away from the snacks.  Feel smug and happy about it!  It’s a WIN!!  Resisting is challenging – it requires some will power, but remind yourself of the long term benefits of reducing that snacking and think about the 4P’s net time you’re tempted.

Pause, Problem, Pivot, Praise.

The more you do it, the easier it becomes, the more calories you save over time, the quicker you will reach your fat loss goals.  YOU’RE WELCOME!  Hope it helps.

And good luck!

Kaye x

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It’s so true – having a good, positive morning routine can be a powerful tool you can use to your advantage…  It’s why I love morning workouts so much!  

Even if you’re not a morning workout type of person, getting up a little earlier than usual to plan your day can be quite calming and will really help with general organisation, attitude and how you show up for the rest of the day.  

Most of us get up and attack the day from the get-go, however I’m challenging you think a little differently here.  Get up 15 mins earlier if you can, have a routine you do which gets you prepared for the day and allows you to be in control.

If your goal is fat loss, you could try fitting in a 5-10 min routine you do each day which gets your day started the right way…  10 x squats, 10 x lunges, and a quick stretch routine, followed by a coffee (or tea) and 5 mins of planning the day can help you feel less rushed and more in control.  It can also be beneficial to practice some mindfulness techniques and reflection – think about what worked well yesterday, what didn’t work so well, what do you want to achieve today, etc…  It’s important to feel less like you’re being ‘done to’ and more like you’re in control.  Have some ownership of what you want the day to look like rather than just winging it and hoping for the best.  Plan it out!  

If you’re a busy Mum like me, just taking that small window of opportunity in the morning can really help.  I hate rushing around like a lunatic (although even with the best of intentions I end up doing that a lot anyway!) but when I take a little time in the morning to exercise or write a to-do list, I’m so much more productive and focused for the rest of the day.  When you are calmer and clearer in your mind, you can remove the noise and focus on what you need to do – it means you’re much more likely to do it too!  Win win!  

Starting the day positively means you’re already in the right frame of mind to make positive decisions and act in line with your goals for the rest of the day – it’s a bit like exercise and food; they go hand in hand.  When you exercise, you want to eat better and fuel yourself the right way and when you eat well, you have more energy to exercise and a greater desire to look after yourself.  If you start your day with the right intentions, you are more likely to follow through with decisions and actions which are in line with your goals.  Ultimately, you will make it easier for yourself to make better decisions.  

Give it a try and if you want help to establish what a good routine might look like for you then please get in touch.  

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