Beyond The Mirror

In today's episode I talk about the problem of never having enough time. We are so busy and often put our health and fitness on the back burner because we do not have time. If you constantly struggle to put yourself first and would like some help with your nutrition and fitness goals, please use this link for a free call; https://nextstepnutrition.co.uk/blueprint/  

Today, I share with you the most important question we ask our clients. This is a question you can ask yourself as well. The more you use this question, the better results you will see in whatever you are trying to achieve.

In today's episode, I talk about the fact that losing weight is really difficult. We often blame our lack of motivation, sometimes we are told by others that we are not motivated enough! I look at why lack of motivation is not really the problem.

Today I share a discussion that Shaun and I had on our free Facebook group. We cover topics such as sabotage mode and weekend overeating. If you would like to join the group, use this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/637232327135621/?ref=share You can follow Shaun on Instagram @shaun_samonini_nsn If you would like to discuss personal coaching, please click here: https://nextstepnutrition.co.u...

In today's episode, I talk about goal setting. How we need an outcome goal, to link our behaviour goals to. You can see a useful mind map in today's blog: https://nextstepnutrition.co.uk/blog/  

In today's episode, I talk about the behaviours that become automatic and how we can start to change the ones we do not like. There is a downloadable worksheet in today's blog that you may find helpful - https://nextstepnutrition.co.uk/blog/  

In today's episode, I talk about how easy it is to overload ourselves with too much conflicting information. How we can then end up doing nothing, because we just don't know which route to take. If you would like our help finding a route through the confusion, totally tailored for your needs and goals; please use this link: https://nextstepnutrition.co.uk/nsncoaching/  

In today's episode I bring you 5 tips that I believe you will find helpful. Sabotage mode is without doubt, the biggest thing that is holding people back from their diet and fitness goals.

In today's episode, I have a very interesting chat with Shaun Samonini who is now a full time coach for Next Step Nutrition and part time singer!! I hope you will all enjoy hearing about his journey through his own struggles and the various paths he has tried on his way to becoming a nutrition coach. He even had a stint with Tom Jones on The Voice. Find him on instagram @shaun_samonini_nsn @nextst...

In today's episode I look at what causes us to overeat. Is there a reason behind the times when we overeat? What can we do about it? I mention the blog, where you can download an awareness sheet. You will find it here: https://nextstepnutrition.co.uk/blog/  

In today's episode I talk about Noticing and Naming. All too often, in our busy lives, we find ourselves at the bottom of the packet of biscuits, without really knowing how we got there! I discuss how we can start to understand why we have cravings and then learn to do something else instead.

In today's episode, I discuss the risks of taking on too much. Often we want instant results and we chase after things that promise this. Unfortunately we then end up trying to change too many things at once and we become overwhelmed.

Today I offer 5 tips to help keep your home workouts interesting and challenging.  I mention my target to cycle 500km for movember, if you would like to donate, my link is below; https://uk.movember.com/mospace/14287051  

Today I discuss recovery. Often we believe that to improve we must work harder and do more. Sometimes we are over-training and spinning our wheels, when we should actually be resting harder.

Today, I talk about body fat percentages. Is there a set level that we should be? Are the conventional methods for measuring it reliable? 

In today's episode I look at things we can do to minimise muscle loss when we are in a calorie deficit. I also talk about how we can tell if we are maintaining or gaining muscle during weight loss.

In today's episode I talk about the very common problem of being 'all or nothing' with diet and exercise. So many of us really struggle with this. We are either 'on a diet' or 'eating everything not nailed down' and we are either in the gym every day or doing nothing at all.

Today I have a fascinating chat with Dan Feldman, he is a registered dietician and a competitive power lifter. At one point Dan weighed a meagre 125lbs and still believed he needed to be leaner! His goal now is to help men with body image and to get fitter and stronger. You can find him on Instagram @powerlifterdietician If you are looking for great protein and other supplement products to help yo...

Many of us believe if we can just get into this or that physical shape, we will finally be happy. In today's episode, I talk about this chasing of a certain weight or physical goal and question whether it will, in fact, bring us the happiness we believe.

In today's episode, I look at the question of what time of day we should eat? Should we always have breakfast? Is there an optimal time of day to have our meals if we are trying to lose weight?

In today's episode, I discuss why this is really the wrong question. I look at some of the things we say to ourselves and at what is really holding us back from our goals.

Today I take a look at apple cider vinegar and the claims that it helps with weight loss. I mention an article on examine.com and you can find it at the link below: https://examine.com/supplements/acv/  

For today's episode, I am delighted to welcome Dr. Gary Mendoza. Gary holds both British and American qualifications in personal training. While a PT he studied nutrition, graduating with a first in Applied Human Nutrition from the University of Wales. He moved into training trainers and developed a successful nutrition and weight management course. This course formed the basis of his doctoral res...

In today's episode I talk about what you need to do to build muscle mass, without also piling on loads of body fat.  If you are looking to top up your protein supplies, please visit www.iconnutrition.com  and use the code NSN at checkout for a discount.

In today's episode I give you 3 strategies to help you maintain your weight over the longer term. It is a sad fact that many of us manage to lose weight successfully and then put it all back on again. The tips in this episode are to help you move away from that cycle. I mention a blog in the episode, you will find it here; https://www.nextstep-nutrition.com/how-to-lose-weight-for-good/ If you woul...