weightloss

Goals met…. then what?

August 2, 2016 by wildcatfitness

Regular users of Instagram will no doubt be very familiar with certain fitness related hashtags such as “Transformation Tuesday”, “Workout Wednesday” and “Throwback Thursday” (to name a few) and my followers will know I enjoy posting these themed photos on my account (@wildcatfit just in case you’re not already following me). #throwbackthursday has to be a particular favourite of mine, because for me looking at old photographs of myself before I started my fitness journey are one of the best ways for me to track my own progress. It can be hard on a daily basis to see how far you’ve come, but when you compare where you are now to where you were one, two or maybe even more years ago chances are the changes will be more obvious to see. Some days when I’m struggling for inspiration I have a look at just how far I’ve come for that extra motivation to continue on the path I’m on and ensure I don’t skip my training that day (yes, even PT’s struggle for motivation from time to time…. there are days when I’d much rather spend an hour reading or shopping or having coffee rather than training…. but I NEVER regret a workout once I start!) and this is one such comparison shot that I’ve recently shared on my Instagram.

These two photos of me have several years between them. Several years, a lot of heartache, small wins, big setbacks, unlimited dedication, many, many mistakes… but the results were worth it. But when you have the results you’ve been working all that time for…. then what?

Guest Blog: Best Workouts to do in 30 minutes

July 21, 2016 by wildcatfitness

Short on time but still want results? Then you need to read this excellent Guest Blog Post from fellow London Personal Trainer and Fitness Blogger John Cheng on, in his opinion, the Best Workout moves to do in 30 minutes. Thanks for writing this for us, John!

“Losing weight doesn’t always require hours of work and weeks of sweat to achieve your goals. In fact many of the best workouts in this list can help you burn fat and build muscle quickly. When you want to get in shape and slim down, very few people have the time and energy to spend all day at the gym. That’s what some of these best workouts are here for, to help you lose as much weight and sculpt your body in just 30 minutes.

Same destination, different journey

May 31, 2016 by wildcatfitness

When you start a weight loss transformation journey – it won’t be easy, but it is possible. It won’t be quick, but it is worth it. It may not be straightforward, but you have to keep going. There’s 7 years difference in these photos, in the photo on the left I was almost three stone heavier and so uncomfortable and unhappy in myself and actually not long after this photo was taken I decided enough was enough and I had to take responsibility for getting healthier. This picture was taken at the end of a girls weekend away – I’d been drinking, eating chips on the way home and then having fry ups the next morning. My size 12 jeans were far too tight but I squeezed myself in regardless. I would diet then binge, drank every weekend and exercised erratically. But I finally realised it had to stop and that I wouldn’t be happy in my own skin until I had a body I could be proud of, not want to hide away.

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The long journey after that took many twists and turns….

One last Transformation Tale

December 17, 2015 by wildcatfitness

One last #throwbackthursday for 2015…. On the left me in 2009… And on the right last week as shot by Tom Miles on our photoshoot last week.

Weight Loss Transformation photo

Was it easy? No. Was it worth it? Without a shadow of a doubt. Did it happen overnight? Hell no! Yes you can loose weight quickly – and sometimes I did, but it doesn’t stay off, nor is this lifestyle sustainable. I’ve learnt so many lessons along the path of my fitness journey – some took longer than others and some were harder than others. [Read more…] about One last Transformation Tale

Happy Hol-Lean-Days parts 1-3

December 9, 2015 by wildcatfitness

Happy HOL-LEAN-DAYS day 1! The advent calendars have hopefully already been opened which means the countdown to Christmas is officially ON!

So as promised I am going to be bringing you tips through December to keep you fit and focussed throughout this festive season.

Tip number 1: Stealth exercise! I understand your diary is about to go off the scale crazy which might mean compromising your workout schedule and missing some of your sessions. So how do you make these up? Grab the opportunity to move when you can, wherever you can.

Recipe: Pear and Ginger Crumble

November 17, 2015 by wildcatfitness

When you think of comforting, warming Winter desserts one dish comes to mind immediately – the traditional British Crumble! Whilst a regular version may pack a huge sugar punch, not to mention all that fat from the butter and custard, I’ve come up with a lighter, nutritious version, best enjoyed snuggled up on the sofa with the cold wind howling outside….