Welcome to my Health & Fitness Journey
Me in 2017 (with LL Cool J)
This website is a place where I share my personal journey towards health and fitness. Here, you will find a detailed account of my transformation, the challenges I faced, and how I overcame them. I’ve also put together a 10-step checklist and a comprehensive timeline to provide a roadmap for those who are just starting out on their own health and fitness journeys. By following my journey, you can gain insights into the process of building healthy habits and maintaining them over time.
Me in 2024
In addition to my personal story, I also share recommendations and guidelines based on my experiences. These include nutrition advice, fitness tips, and strategies for maintaining mental health and well-being. It’s important to remember that what worked for me may not work for everyone, as each person’s journey is unique. So, I encourage you to use these resources as a starting point and adjust them to suit your own needs.
Remember, the journey to health and fitness is not a sprint, but a marathon. It takes time, patience, and consistent effort. But don’t worry, you’re not alone in this. I’m here to guide you, and together, we can navigate the path to wellness.
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A New Year Reset Not a Resolution
I’ve never been big on New Year’s resolutions, they tend to be loud, unrealistic and forgotten by mid January. What I do believe in is the reset (more than once a year for sure) and…
The Harder Side of Teaching Body Combat
The Reality Check December has been a reality check in a different way. Body Combat in this month is tough, routines shift, evenings get darker, work runs late and social festive plans take over. Classes…
What Surgery Taught Me About Rest, Patience and Perspective
The Reality Check Recently I had surgery. Nothing major, but serious enough that after a consultation it became clear it couldn’t wait. I’d been dealing with pain on and off for about 6 months, thinking…
Year 1 as a Body Combat Instructor: A Journey Worth Every Jab, Cross and Side Kick
When I first stepped upfront as an instructor to teach Les Mills Body Combat, I had no idea how quickly the first year would fly by. What started as a personal challenge has become one…
More Than Fitness: Building a Health Journey
When I first started, nutrition was the driver. I wanted to understand how food could give me more energy, help me recover, and support the goals I set for myself. Taking a nutrition course for…
LesMills+ Keeping Me Fit While I Take a Break from Teaching
I am taking things a little easier right now but that does not mean I have stepped away from fitness. In fact this short break from teaching LesMills Body Combat has given me a chance…
Why I’m Taking a Break This Summer
As we move through the summer months, I’ve made the conscious decision to take a proper break. Over the next few weeks, I’ve stepped back from teaching around 15 x Body Combat classes. For someone…
Staying Consistent with Fitness in the Summer Months
Summer is here and so is the UK heatwave. Staying fit in this weather is not about pushing through at all costs, it is about adapting your approach so your body stays strong without burning…
Body Combat with 600 Participants: Les Mills Experience London
Last weekend, I had the chance to attend my second Les Mills Experience event this time in London and what an incredible day it was. After the buzz of Bournemouth back in September 2024, I…