Grow By Design

Welcome to 2022! “New year, new me, new goals” are the words on everyone's lips at the moment … and for good reason, now is the perfect time to reset, refresh and realign yourself for another amazing year. But … this year I want it to be different for you, I want you to get to the end of 2022 and know that you achieved all that you wanted to (maybe even more!) this was the year you set REAL g...

2021 was a huge year! Before we rush off into the new year, now is the perfect time to stop and reflect. It is an incredible opportunity to celebrate your wins, observe and learn from setbacks, be grateful for those around you, and lock in the memories of the year. This episode teaches you how to do just that, we cover:  Why reflection is important  How to celebrate the wins  How to learn from any...

What would you do if you knew you could not fail?  Now, what if I told you that was possible? What happens when you get fired from your dream job? When things don’t go to plan and you don’t achieve your goals or there is an unexpected speedbump in the road.? ‘Failure’ is inevitable when you are working towards something new, something beyond your normal, it is a sign you are operating in new terri...

6 years and 12 bodybuilding shows later and here we are!  Off the back of my latest and most successful season yet I thought it was about time I gave some background to the story and share the journey so far, it has been an interesting one!  This episode is all about my journey as an IFBB bikini bodybuilder:  How I started  Why I started The good, the bad and the ugly preps!  The impact of good an...

Do you often find yourself thinking and rethinking the same problem,  situation, person or event?  Do you have a tendency to be indecisive and always second guess your decisions, big and small?  You are not alone! and it does not have to be this way!  In today's episode, we jump into all things, overthinking, overwhelm and indecisiveness. We look at the key steps and process to overcome this...

One of the questions I am always asked is how do I stay so motivated and consistent  I pride myself on my consistency and dedication to my training, I know the continual growth and improvement of my performance comes from that commitment. I can probably count on one hand the number of training sessions I have missed in the last 2-3 years of training. But it has not happened by accident or luck and...

In today's episode, I have taken inspiration from the lessons I have learnt being a plant mum, I have realised they are so applicable to all other areas of life and I need to share these with you.  At first it might not be obvious how my lessons as a plant mum can apply to helping you smash your goals but I can promise you what these cheeky wee things have taught me will bring a fresh new per...

No one is perfect! Let me tell you a story about stress hives and panic attacks!  In todays episode we jump into ....  What happens when one of your biggest strengths becomes one of your weaknesses  What happens when one attribute of your personality overpowers all of your other amazing qualities  When does determination become too much  Should you downplay your strengths?  My insecurities ...  Ho...

Today I want to share something a little more personal... This is the story of my journey with food, nutrition, training, exercise and body image.  It hasn’t been an easy road and I definitely was not easy on myself - pretty brutal in fact! But I have learnt so much in the process, I have evolved, I have grown and I am so grateful for the the experience as it has got me to the amazing place I am i...

The art of progressive overload and continual improvement  In todays episode we continue exploring the tools, tips and tricks to achieve your goals and the mindset you need to bring these dreams into reality. This is a bodybuilders guide to achieving your dreams!  We cover:  The difference between massive leaps towards your goals and the small every day steps to success   How to cultivate the mind...

2020 ... What. A. Year! and we are only half way through This year is one for the history books, natural disasters, worldwide pandemic, riots, political instabilities, it is a far cry from the 2020 we all expected to see unfolding as we sat on New Years Eve planning our resolutions A spur of the moment podcast on my drive to work today, sharing my thoughts on the energies, the shifts and the purpo...

We all have areas of our lives that we want to improve, change and get better at, yet so many of us fall into the trap of never actually starting! How do we get ourselves into the position or the mindset of actually committing to that change. How do we force that turning point on ourselves, give ourselves the boost, the motivation or the fright to turn that idea or dream into an action Step 1 in d...

Welcome to Episode Number One of the Grow By Design Podcast! What is this podcast all about .. I am here to help you intentionally design your life for growth. I want you to understand that you have the power to choose the direction of your life. Your current situation is a direct result of your past decisions, experiences and actions. That should not scare you but excite you! I am here to bring y...