Hi, I have been meaning to write a blog for AGES!!! However, there have been many things that have happened in my life over the last few weeks that have prevented me from making time to put my thoughts down… Somehow, writing thoughts down on paper/ on a screen cements them in reality, and I know that I have a tendency to run away from reality..

So, these thoughts have been inspired by a few people in my life.. I was recently asked by a wise lady to think about what inspires me, and how I can sabotage my good thoughts/ actions … I have put ALOT of thought into these subjects… And I am going to try and articulate them on this blog..

I will start with my saboteur (negative first!!).. Hmmmm, i’m sure we all have one or more of these little creatures.. Mine can be overwhelming.. He seems to be a black swamp man type creature that sucks me in whenever i feel slightly low/challenged/beaten.. I often feel like I am no good at what I do in my newly chosen career, and that I don’t look the part of the PT, or that I am not as articulate or eloquent as many many other people out there.. There seems to be a daily battle between swamp man and me, and most of the time I win, sometimes I don’t.. Even tho, I need to keep reminding myself that I have totally changed my career to absorb all i can about fitness and support other women in their quest to feel comfortable in their own skin.. I now stand up in front of a class and teach. One of my worst fears in my life has been to stand in front of a class, but in the last year I have beaten that on my own (with a little encouragement from a few friends and family)

I appreciate that many of you will have saboteur’s and that he/she may stop you from achieving your fitness goals, but my advice to you is to hear the voice, challenge the negative thinking and not let yourself get sucked into the negativity.. Write things down if it helps, but like I am often being told, KEEP GOING, we are strong and capable..

This leads me on to my next point - Inspiration. Yesterday I voiced my saboteur with regards to the challenge I am currently undertaking, and a friend of mine Kelly Swindell ‘Fitness Chick’ www.fitness-chick.com wrote me the following words
”"dont give up…. that is the worst thing that you can do. if you give up, it gives you a pass to give up next time, i know what you have been going through, and I think that you are doing amazing.As we move along on our journey, we will come across roadblocks and obstacles, just keep taking the baby steps and you will eventually get to your goal, remember each step no matter how small is a step in the right direction.

Even if you dont remeasure etc, just finish the next 12 days off.

I have so much faith in you, dont give up now.”"


I was overwhelmed by these words.. For some reason I have a problem receiving support/compliments, but as my awareness grows, I was able to hear Kelly’s words of support, hold the words to me, and really take them on board.. It struck me that as a woman and a trainer (& an ex nurse) I will happily give words of support & encouragement, but i do not give myself the same time, care & attention..I always have total belief in the human spirit to overcome adversity, but struggle with my own!! I think this may the topic for another blog, BUT for this post, i want to say a HUGE THANK YOU to Kelly for always being able to say the right things and being an inspiration to me.

Here is a list of other people that inspire me:
. My dad - for living with a severe disability & always being a dad to me despite me being a pain in his butt

2. My son - who wakes up every day excited by the fact that it is another day

3. My sister - for the mother that she is, and the sister that she is

4. kelly - for the reasons i gave above. Always a positive influence

5. Corrina - For being an ispirational woman, challenging and focusing my thoughts

6. Jackie - Girl with Nonames blog for showing me that hard work/determination/focus & drive can achieve the body you want. We as women can work out like men and look guuuuuuuud

7. Nathalie - Wise, intelligent, my life line. A truly wonderful woman

8. pc Chris - a font of knowledge about fitness and has been so generous sharing his knowledge & ideas with me. A man with true passion and spirit for life.

9. Izzy - for reminding me that life is so precious & to appreciate what we have in the here & now



Thank you guys, and thanks to you for reading. I will now take action, continue on my journey and kick some purplefitness butt!!

Ok, so today is the last day before I undertake an 'Elimination Diet' as I will be taking part in a 30 day challenge 'KettleBelleBody' . I am really looking forward to being a part of this community 'Mission Slim Possible' and getting this kick up the butt!! One of my good friends is doing this with me, and I will be reporting progress during these blogs.. I know the first few days are going to be the worse in terms of withdrawals.. Expect mood swings, cravings, low energy and concentration :-/ But, I am up for this, and feel like it has come at a really good time for me and in this run up to christmas… Do you know, more than anything else, I am more worried about not having my daily mocha!!!

The w/o’s are based around Kettlebells, and I love using these, so I am hoping to gain strength, agility and power.. I also train my clients with these, and they are are a fantastic fat loss tool..

Wish me luck!!

Morning people!! I am still working on updating this website, so there will be changes coming, but if you have any ideas, please post them under replies.. I am looking to provide a forum based webiste, in the hope of providing a support network for women, so if you have any burning questions, please do ask..

My son and I have aqcuired a new puppy, and we are now able to take him out for walks. This has been a fantastic opportunity to get my son out of the house in the mornings before school, spend quality time with him, and run around like a loon in the park closely followed by Zak, and the pup!!! I never realised how valuable the outdoors is in clearing the mind, starting the day off on a positive note, and never underestimate the power of laughter with children!!


I am also undertaking a 30 day challenge.. www.kettlebellebody.com And going to complete a detox aswell for the 30 days http://www.daxmoy-pts.co.uk/elimination/ The Kettlebelle challenge is written by Caroline Radway a friend of mine who is also a PT. It is based around using Kettlebells and or, body weight exercises. I am really looking forward to starting the challenge, although i know i will miss my coffee!!!