Posts by Kirsty Ellson
What does your ‘100% Purposeful Day’ look like?
What does your 100% purposeful day look like? This morning when I woke up, I was thinking about ‘what would my ideal day’ look like? What would my intentions be? I was thinking about the many conversations I have with people about behaviours / habits/ responses to stressors etc.. So, I created notes and a…
Read MoreQ. Are we being fair to ourselves in basing our results around our body weight on the scale?
Kirsty’s Thoughts / Ramblings… Q. Are we being fair to ourselves in basing our results around our body weight on the scale? What do you think? Are we being fair to ourselves by basing our goals around reaching a certain weight? While I was out running the other day (this is always where…
Read MoreLow Carb – the info…
Low Carbohydrate Meal Planning Many meals can be included in a low-carb meal plan, simply by following the pattern of: -Choose a protein (e.g. chicken, turkey, salmon or beef). -Add ½ a plate of non-starchy vegetables (e.g. peppers, spinach or brussels sprouts). -Include a small portion of healthy fats (e.g. avocado, seeds/nuts or olive oil).…
Read MoreWhy weight loss maybe shouldn’t be your goal?
Weight loss, much like weight gain, is a sum of the lifestyle habits you create for yourself. True weight loss, true sustainable long-term weight loss, does not occur quickly, the same weight gain does not occur quickly. It occurs over time, at a slow and steady rate. Now as you read this post, you may…
Read MoreThe Reset: a Habit, Nutrition and Fitness Coaching Program
THE RESET: a Habit, Nutrition and Fitness Coaching Program The Reset Program is a health and wellness initiative to rejuvenate and restore the body and mind, setting the stage for sustainable, long-term healthy habits. Register HERE for THE RESET: an 6 week Habit, Nutrition and Fitness Coaching Program Register HERE for THE RESET: an 6…
Read MoreSmall Group Training
Our Small Group Personal Training sessions cater for those who wish to get the benefits of a Personal Trainer but are happy to train in a small group. Sessions run throughout the week and there are a variety of time slots to choose from. Most clients choose to sign up to a monthly pass which…
Read MoreWeek Two – Thirty Day Reset
Week Two – Thirty Day Reset Well done for completing the first week of the Thirty Day Reset! How do you feel in yourself for having less pasta, rice, bread etc? Tracking is pretty time consuming but did you find it informative to know what you are actually eating? What do you feel you did…
Read MoreNBRP 7 Day Plan (no bread, rice, potatoes or pasta!)
The NBRP Weekly Plan Change this around as you need, this is a guide for you to pick and choose from. Most meals are vegetarian so add meat in where and when you would like to. For this plan, we are trying to reduce our intake of carbs such as bread, rice, potatoes and pasta.…
Read MoreSnacking
Choosing healthy snacks is an important part of maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet. Here are some healthy snack options: Fresh fruit: Fruit is a great snack option that provides natural sweetness and fibre. Try apples, bananas, oranges, or berries for a quick and easy snack. Nuts and seeds: Nuts and seeds are a good…
Read MoreTwo Week Healthy Meal Plan
No calorie counting here – just healthy, balanced eating. Adapt this meal plan to suit you and your needs – we all have varied dietary needs and here is a suggested two week meal plan to pick and choose from as you wish. Just be aware of the calorie balance – if you intake more…
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