My fitness journey began nine years ago, when I discovered the gym and started lifting weights. Between those early days and now there have been a lot of ups and downs, mistakes and successes, experiences and lessons. If you’re someone who is only just discovering fitness then perhaps by sharing what I have learnt over …
A Beginners Guide to Houseplants: The Best House Plants and How to Care for Them
My houseplant collection is growing so rapidly that some might call me a crazy plant lady. My leafy pals bring me so much joy and tending to them is one of my favourite hobbies. Plus they have so many benefits, from boosting air quality and reducing stress through to revitalising your home interior. If you’re …
5 Lessons Starting To Run Has Taught Me
I have never stuck with a consistent running routine as I thought it wasn’t for me, I wasn’t built to run and I was never going to enjoy it. Well, low and behold that has all changed. When the government said we could only go outdoors to exercise during lockdown, I decided I was going …
How To Find Wild Swimming Locations
Wild swimming, cold water swimming or open water swimming – whatever you call it, it’s becoming more and more popular. And for good reason, exposing your body to the cold has a multitude of benefits for both body and mind. But how on earth are you supposed to find a safe and viable spot for …
How To Stay Motivated When Working From Home
We’ve all been in varying levels of lockdown for weeks or even months now due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Our lives have changed significantly and our schedules are up in the air, making it increasingly more challenging to maintain our regular workout routine and find a new normal. I completely understand if your motivation levels …
6 Steps To Clean Out Your Closet
If there’s one silver lining to come from this whole situation it’s that many of us are finally taking on those jobs we always meant to do but didn’t quite get to. And one of the most satisfying tasks we’re tackling? Cleaning out our wardrobes. I am a seasoned pro at sorting through my clothing …
Working From Home Productivity Tips
Given the current situation, the vast majority of us are now working from home. Personally, I have been working at home for over 5 years and my daily schedule hasn’t changed that much. However, I understand that for many this is uncharted territory and a whole new learning curve to undertake. Hopefully the tips and …
5 Simple Steps To Take Control Of Your Money
Here are five ways you can start taking more control of your money – and your future life – today. Let’s start right there. Take some quiet time out on your own and start listing the things you want to have, do or become for yourself or your loved ones in the future. Make sure …
How To Level Up Your Leg Workouts
today I am sharing 7 simple techniques you can use to level up your leg workouts and challenge yourself in new ways; building strength and power in your lower body. I know it’s obvious but it’s true – this is the most effective method for building strength. We can easily get comfortable with a weight …
5 Things We Need to Normalise in Adulthood
1) Having career uncertainties. It is perfectly normal to question your career as it is quite literally how you spend the vast majority of your day and therefore the vast majority of your life. In fact, I think it should be encouraged, we need to be asking ourselves if we enjoy what we do, how …