When Self-compassion is an Excuse for Doing Nothing
The news and my social media these last couple of weeks have been full of these sorts of messages: 48% of respondents to a UK
Let’s talk about Caffeine
Anyone who knows me will know I looove coffee. Strong and black and sweet.
It’s my “treat”. I use it to wake up. I use it to concentrate. I use it when I want chocolate. I use it when I want a break. I use it when my kids have wound me up. I’ll regularly have 5-6 shots in a day. more if we’re doing homeschooling!!😲
Why Calories Burnt is Irrelevant
Calories Burnt in a Workout is Irrelevant . The number of calories burnt is a totally useless indicator of whether a workout is good or bad. Read on to learn why.
Unhelpful Cycles
Unhelpful Cycles
So I’ve been a bit quiet of late… Like everyone else, I’ve been struggling with the challenges of homeschooling, lockdowns and endless cycle of bad news and anxiety. I’ve been thinking: I’ll get going again once kids are back in school. I’ll get going once the weather warms up a bit.
But it’s Friday and I still have no desire to do any “work”. So I’m writing down some thoughts instead.
How often should I train?
I had this question recently: How often should I train?
The short answer is: It depends. It really depends on your goals, your fitness level, and your lifestyle.
But here are some scenarios