Fitness tips & advice

  • How to have a calorie deficit and feel full

    How to have a calorie deficit and feel full

    If you want to lose fat, you need to use more energy than you eat. That’s a calorie deficit. The problem? Many people think it means being hungry all the time – so they give up after a week. It doesn’t have to be that way. Here are the strategies I share with my personal…

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  • Why weightlifting doesn’t make women bulky

    Why weightlifting doesn’t make women bulky

    “I don’t want to get bulky.” I hear this a lot from women who come to me for personal training in Brighton. It’s one of the biggest myths in fitness – and it stops a lot of people from doing the one type of training that could change their body the most. So let’s clear…

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  • 5 simple ways desk workers can stay active

    5 simple ways desk workers can stay active

    If you spend most of your day at a desk, you’re not alone – and you’re not doomed to feeling stiff, sluggish, or burnt out. Many of my personal training clients in Brighton work in offices or from home, and one of the first things we tackle is how to add movement into their daily…

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  • How to choose a personal trainer

    How to choose a personal trainer

    Choosing the right personal trainer can feel like a big decision – especially if you’re serious about making real progress with your health and fitness. As someone who’s worked with hundreds of clients here in Brighton, I know how much of a difference the right guidance can make. In this post, I’ll walk you through…

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  • How can I tell I’m making progress?

    How can I tell I’m making progress?

    One of the most common questions I get asked as a fitness trainer is: “How can I tell if I’m actually making progress?” And I get it – when you’re putting in the effort week after week, you want to know it’s working. The truth is, progress doesn’t always show up where you expect it.…

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