Personal Trainer Aberdeen

Screen time

How much is too much?

How much time do you spend on your phone per day?

Since being on holiday and not having my phone close by I am more inclined these days to quite happily not have a phone.

The only reason I have it these days is when Nathan is at School or an after School activity and I may get a call.

I have taken the following steps to reduce my time on my phone and occasionally leave it at home.

1. Silence or delete group chats

2. Set a daily 15 minute time limit on Instagram

3. Set a daily 30 minute limit on Facebook but am thinking of scrapping it 👍

4. Set a bedtime reminder at 7.45pm every evening on my phone so I don’t use it

5. Leave the phone in another room

6. It’s now always on silent 🤫

Stops me jumping everytime there is a message or email 👍. Things can wait.

Stops me mindlessly scrolling for hours on things I don’t really need to know 👍

Keeps me more present with my son 👍

I think it’s a healthy attitude to have as we can be glued to these pesky contraptions 🙈

So if you don’t here from me it means I’m off enjoying myself and focusing on the things that make me happy 🥰

Have an awesome Sunday x

Good morning and a very happy Saturday everyone!!

What do weekends look like for you? Are they full on party or quiet?

I just love a weekend. Time off with my boys 🥰

I have zero interest in going out to pubs in an evening anymore and I have zero interest in having a hangover. Can’t remember the last time I had one.

And to be brutally honest I dislike the people around me in a lot of these places now and I’m very particular who I want to spend time with these days 👍

I love a lunch and a few drinks and being home at a reasonable time 🥰

But what do I really love about a weekend?

Slow mornings and cuddles 🥰
Coffee and reading in bed 🛌
Coffee out ☕️
Cycle rides 🚴‍♂️
Long walks
Gym 💪
Cooking with my husband 🥘👩‍🍳
Cosy nights 🥰
Movies 🍿

It’s all very simple really.

I’m into year 3 of my 5 year plan and it’s something I will give 100%. I love a plan!! And I love and appreciate getting older 🥰

How’s your weekend looking? 👀

What’s your WHY?

What’s your story?

Why do you exercise and workout?

Whats the reason or reasons for why you workout?

I would love to hear your “WHY” 👍

Are you exercising to get over an injury or illness?

Are you exercising to lose weight?

Are you exercising for an event?

Are you exercising to be stronger?

Are you exercising to feel better about yourself?

Are you exercising to look better?

What’s your WHY??

Want to know my why? Well I’m telling you anyway 😘

1. I have a five year plan which is now in its 3rd year. I want to be FIT, Fabulous,Firm and Strong for my 50th and stay like that!!

2. I want to look good

3. I want to feel good

4. I love the feeling of being strong

5. I want to keep up with my son

6. I want to be able to carry out daily tasks as I get older

7. I want longevity

8. I want to keep feeling healthy

9. I can’t imagine a day without some form of healthy eating or exercise

10. And I want to be the weight I was 10 years ago 😘

And that’s a few 😘

So your turn…..What’s your WHY?

Just delicious!!

We had this for dinner on Saturday and we enjoyed it so much we had it again this evening 😋but without the chips this evening 👍

It’s now a permanent fixture on our meal plans 👍

If you like this type of thing you must try it 👍

Gyros Bowl Recipe | M&S Recipe | M&S This gyros bowl recipe combines Greek style chicken seasoned chips and salad with flatbreads tzatziki and feta for an easy Mediterranean dinner

Today was a “Rest Day” 🥰

I have come to really love a rest day. It has taken me years to understand to take a day off of exercise and actually relax.

I work so damn hard in the gym that it’s so good to have the rest a few days a week 👍

But is a rest day actually an actual rest?

I’m not one for staying still for too long and when you have children it’s not really an option to not move 😂

So out for another 90 minute bike ride we went 👍💪🚴‍♂️which was just fab. Tired legs but I loved it as it’s so good to see Nathan so confident on his bike 🚲 👍

Then a few jobs to do and a few things to pick up which resulted in over 14,000 steps today.

That’s not to scoffed at on a rest day 👍

Can you see how easy it is to get your steps in without even trying? I’m tired tonight and ready to kick back and read my book 📖 🥰

Who else has had an “active rest day” today too??

Good morning and a very happy Sunday you gorgeous humans 🥰

Sleep perfect sleep equals one very happy girlie 🥰

10.5 hours of uninterrupted sleep last night and woke what that wonderful contented feeling as my wee fella came in for a good morning cuddle 🥰. Just the most perfect start to a Sunday 🥰

Blissful is an adjective that describes a state of extreme happiness, complete peace, and total contentment. It is often used to describe moments or settings that bring deep joy, absolute comfort, or relaxation.

I prattle on about the importance of sleep all the time and boy is it good!! I just love bed and I love sleep and I love how it makes me feel.

Who else is getting good sleeps and if not why not? What can we change to get your sleeps better??

Don’t you just love a wholesome day 🥰

A wholesome day is a day full of good, simple, and healthy activities that make you feel happy and calm. It means spending time on things that lift your mood, help your body, and bring peace to your mind.

We have had the best day. A long lie and breakfast in bed. 90 minute bike ride. Spring clean the upstairs of the house. Gym session. Swim. Coffee. New recipe for dinner and a movie before bed 🥰

Just perfect 😍

Just so lovely to be out with Nathan on the bike earlier and seeing so many people out walking/running and cycling. Especially lovely to see some friends and my amazing client 🥰

Hope you have had a super Saturday 🥰

Good morning and a very happy Saturday to you all!!

Up and feeling awesome this morning!! Who’s with me??? 🥰💪

Saw this on my social feed last night and had to share it 👍

I just love this 💪

Getting in shape isn’t easy. It takes hardwork and discipline and a hell of a lot of time and consistency to get where we want to be.

There is no quick fix!

But keeping at it day by day, week after week will see you reap the benefits and feeling and looking how you want too!

And yes we need to make some sacrifices along the way too to achieve what we want. It’s all part of it.

I just love seeing a woman who looks strong and confident especially as we age. I know the hardwork that goes into it and you have to admire that 👍💪

So listen up!! Stop putting yourself down and start by getting that mindset changed! You can make a difference by starting today. Let’s get that body moving and looking and feeling good.

Let’s increase your energy and your confidence and have you strutting your stuff in no time 😘

Let’s do this!!!!

Shopping 🛒

I do quite a lot of shopping when Nathan is with me. It sometimes goes smoothly then the next it’s a chore 🙈

So shopping in M&S is brilliant as it has everything we need and Nathan gets his wee trolley. 🛒

I have learnt to discuss meals with him and what he likes. I know let him pick up bits and decide what he wants and needs 👍

Makes for a very enjoyable shop and one that isn’t rushed 👍

Means I can browse the shelves and take a look at what else is on offer 👍

From the photos can you tell who’s shopping is who’s??

Treats in the Stephen house this evening 🥰

Can I get a Whoop Whoop 🙌

First week of P4 complete and it’s been a great week he says 🥰👍

We also have that Friday feeling 🥰. We are done for the week and it’s time to enjoy the weekend 👍

Coffee, Muffins, Smoothies and a wee treat for being the most awesome boy 🥰

One of my many favourite parts of the week is a Friday after School with my wee sidekick. No plans just Mother and Son time 🥰