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I finally located my twin!

May 15, 2023

A funny story comparing an Australian mum to her famous Olympic rowing doppelganger.

3 Steps to break out of your fitness plateau.

May 14, 2023

Are you stuck in a fitness plateau, feeling frustrated and demotivated by the lack of progress in your workouts and not getting the results you want? The good news is that breaking this plateau is possible! By implementing a few strategic steps, you can reignite your progress and take your fitness to the next level.

What to do when you fall off the wagon

May 8, 2023

It’s not uncommon to fall off the wagon when trying to make healthy lifestyle changes. Whether it’s indulging in unhealthy foods or skipping workouts, slipping up can be discouraging. However, it’s important to remember that one setback doesn’t define your journey to better health. The key is acknowledging the slip-up, learning from it, and getting

Can life really be this easy?

May 6, 2023

I love that my ASD super-powered teenager doesn’t give a crap about what people think of her. A lot of people SAY they don’t care … but deep down we really do. However she honestly does not! For instance, she rarely looks at herself in the mirror because in her words: “I know I look

Stop yo-yo dieting forever!

May 2, 2023

Here’s why people commonly fail on diets or weight loss regimes, and get caught up in a cycle of yo-yo dieting: They don’t enjoy the plan / program, or They rely on external sources to keep motivated, or They set unrealistic standards, or They focus on long term goals rather than daily habits. Obviously this

Simple steps to improve your posture

April 25, 2023

Good posture prevents excessive strain on muscles and joints, which in turn will help reduce pain and minimise the risk of injury. Good posture also helps to improve self confidence, fatigue, balance, circulation and digestion, core strength, lung capacity… to name just a few. In this video I explain simple exercises that we can do

How to find an accountability buddy

April 9, 2023

An accountability buddy is someone who’s going to help keep you focused and on track to achieving your goals. Unless you’re paying someone, this will be a mutually beneficial partnership where you both help each other with: Regular check ins. Honest feedback. Suggestions and advice. Motivation. If that sounds like something you want, let’s talk

Accountability tools to improve your consistency

April 3, 2023

We can have the greatest scientifically balanced fitness program or nutritionally sound diet plan in the world, however if we don’t take action it does nothing! What you DO is what you become. Not what you think, not what you aspire to, not what you wish for… what you do on a consistent basis. So

Discovering my superpower

April 1, 2023

Stopped at traffic lights this morning my 14 yo says: “Oh there’s Cohen, I haven’t seen him for ages.” So I say: “Why don’t you yell out to him then?” And he says: “Nah s’all good.” So I say (winding down the window): “Well I’ll say g’day to him then.” And I see a horrified

6 Strategies for a better life balance

March 26, 2023

We all know that if you’re burning the candle at both ends with work and home commitments, it’s not healthy. You’re at a higher risk of: Fatigue Anxiety and depression Stress related health issues including weight gain, insomnia and inflammation throughout the body (to name just a few). Here’s 6 strategies to help us improve

Joys of the teenage years

March 21, 2023

This year marks the date that I’ve been teaching fitness for 30 years!!! Which holds ZERO importance to my daughter who came home from school recently all excited because her Japanese teacher showed her how to lunge correctly. I now want to meet this enigma of a woman as I have compiled a list of

How to ask for help

March 13, 2023

We’re often reluctant to ask for help due to the risk of rejection, feeling indebted to others, loss of control, and feelings of guilt, shame and judgement. However, the ability to ask for, accept and appreciate help from others is a valuable life skill that has many benefits for all parties involved. Please enjoy this

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