When I was younger, I used to dream how amazing adulthood was going to be. Now as a 30 something, I find myself day dreaming of how better life was when I was younger. Birthdays are no longer anticipated with excitement. On the contrary, they’re dreaded and celebrations feel more like commiserations. That’s exactly how … Continue reading Fitness in your 30s
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New Year, New Mind
So, it’s a new year. How do you feel? Motivated or more of the same? New Year signals a new start. However, it is down to us to make that change. When the clock strikes midnight, it often feels underwhelming. This may be because we are hoping something magical will strike within us and we … Continue reading New Year, New Mind
A Dear Green Place
There is enough sunshine in this world for everyone…. even if you live in Scotland. I grew up in Glasgow the largest city in Scotland known as the Dear Green Place. Glasgow is an amazing city with friendly people, world famous architecture, and a famous nightlife. It was named in the Top 10 Cities in … Continue reading A Dear Green Place
An Attitude of Gratitude
The age-old argument is what came first, the chicken or the egg? Well here's another one: What came first, the gratitude or the good life? The reason I ask is because have you noticed people of wealth and money tend to be grateful? I know what you're thinking: it's easy to be grateful in their positions. … Continue reading An Attitude of Gratitude
Don’t Sleep on Sleep
Two of my favourite motivational speakers are Arnold Schwarzenegger and Eric Thomas. There are prominent figures inspiring YouTube videos which are great for getting you pumped for a workout. However, there is a common theme between the two that I disagree on: sleep. Arnold Schwarzenegger argues that if you don’t get enough sleep well then … Continue reading Don’t Sleep on Sleep
The Monday Myth
A myth is a widely held but false belief or idea. There are many myths when it comes to health and fitness. These include: Carbs are bad for you Fat is lost through sweat The longer the workout the better Weights make women bulky Workouts are better in the morning The worst one I came across … Continue reading The Monday Myth
The Big 3 0h…
When we were younger, we used to dream about being adults and how great it was going to be. Now as adults, we day dream about being younger. We no longer look forward to birthdays. Instead we usually dread the date and to being a year older. That’s exactly how I felt turning 30. I … Continue reading The Big 3 0h…
Fitting Fitness In
The World Health Organisation recently released a report which found that more than a quarter of people worldwide - 1.4 billion - are not doing enough physical exercise. The consequences of inactivity are frightening. They include a number of health problems, such as heart disease, type-2 diabetes and some cancers. The reasons for inactivity are … Continue reading Fitting Fitness In
The Journal Begins
When I was younger, my dad always told to write a journal. He also told me to eat green veg. Nowadays, everyone’s writing blogs and eating avocados. The man is ahead of his time! However, I never did take his advice on the journal idea. I was always too embarrassed to share my thoughts even … Continue reading The Journal Begins






