Lorna Marie Fitness Podcast

Q&A - What is the best exercise to lose belly fat? Exercising in the Winter & Combatting Negative Body Image 💭🙁

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Here are the questions we addressed in this week's Q&A 👇

Ideas for healthy but filling breakfasts (no eggs) and snack ideas for the mid-afternoon slump 🥣🍎

A bit of a random one... But I massively struggle with my fitness in the winter.. getting up early in the dark. Any tips?! ❄️⏰

I really don’t like water - I need a bit of cordial in it especially if I am going to drink 2.5l. Is this ok? If it was just water I would really struggle to do it. 💧🍋

Ways to identify foods which are healthy but calorie dense. I think this is where I may be going wrong! 🍫🥑

I'm 5ft2, 15 1/2 stone and it's no wonder I struggle to get up off the floor. How do I improve this? I can miss a whole activity/yoga pose/30sec movement while I'm trying to get up... my knees are the bit that hurts the most🙈😶🧘‍♀️

You know the problem I had after the walk in Amorgos, seen the chiropractor and my hip flexors were so tight and shortened, so my plan is to strengthen them and of course stretch them, so what would be your go to exercises for both. 🚶‍♀️🦵

How to combat negative self image 💭🙁

Easing joint pain post exercise 💪🌿

What is the best exercise to lose belly fat? 🏃‍♀️✨

Q&A - I’ve fallen off the wagon; How do I break bad habits? I’m craving junk food; Meal prep tips & more!

Here are the questions we addressed in this week's Q&A 👇

How do I break bad habits? I’m craving junk food…

What workouts are best when ill? I’ve been under the weather all week with a cold-like virus, so haven’t had the best week of exercise 🙁

After having a mastectomy with under-the-muscle reconstruction 7 years ago, I have restricted mobility and weakness in my left arm and shoulder. I want to increase mobility and strengthen that side without overworking it.

Been away with work this week and finding food choices, timing and water intake harder. Do you have any tips?

I have creaky knees; how do I know if my squats are good enough? I don’t always think I go low enough.

I have a goal to shrink my middle a couple of inches in the next 4 weeks (concerts coming up, struggling to fit into dresses!). What are the best workouts to help me do that? I realize it’s a combination of things.

I can’t get motivated and I’m feeling really low.

What is the best eating plan to follow? We are bombarded with different approaches (low carb, low fat, etc.). I know protein is essential, but I tried keto for a couple of weeks and actually think I put weight on.

Meal prep tips, please (renovations - argh).

How important are protein powder supplements? How do you know which one to choose?

I’ve fallen off the wagon; how do I not feel guilty about this?

Struggling with lunch ideas to incorporate more veggies. Getting bored of homemade soup every day and it’s too chilly for salads. Any ideas for easy, healthy lunches? 😊

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How can I prevent neck strain while working out? 🤔💪

Is there a deep stretch class focused on upper body tension release that can help with neck, back, shoulder, and arm tension, especially from overuse? 🧘‍♀️✨

Is it possible to do some modifications for a dodgy shoulder? 🤷‍♀️💬 Although I realize you can’t do modifications for everyone’s dodgy bits!

What weight range is considered “medium” when using a barbell? ⚖️🤔

Any easy lunch ideas while managing home renovations? 🏡🍽️

Is there a limit to how much protein I should have in a single meal or in a day? 🍗❓

Tips for staying motivated and accountable with fluctuating hormones that affect energy and mood? 💪🌈

In yoga, should the legs be off the ground in upward-facing dog, and what muscles should I use when transitioning back to downward dog? 🧘‍♂️🔄

Is it better to exercise in the morning or the evening? 🌅🌙

What simple exercises can help relieve backache from activities like gardening or housework? 🌿💪

How can I lift my mood? 😊🌟

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These are the questions we addressed in this week's Q&A 👇

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💪 Will my strength be maintained with lighter weights (1.5kg)? I don’t want bulky shoulders. Should I use more weight for triceps to reduce bingo wings? Any tips?

💉 What are your thoughts on weight loss injections? Do you think they are effective for weight loss?

🥛 Yoghurt, butter and milk - full fat or low fat? Is it better to choose full-fat versions for satiety?

🥗 Low-fat diets - are they outdated? Should we be focusing on higher fat, protein and lower carbs instead?

💊 Thoughts on collagen supplements?

🏋️‍♀️ Creatine - good or bad?

⚡ Best class for an energy boost?

🧘‍♀️ What’s the best class for someone who’s not very flexible or hasn't exercised in a while?

🍷 How can I break the wine and snack habit?

📺 What’s the difference between live, live replay and on-demand classes?

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These are the questions we addressed in this week's Q&A 👇

💜5 weeks into the course and the challenge has given me great motivation as I don’t want to let the team down! What can I do to help continue with the same mindset when I’m back exercising for me alone?

💜I am significantly over weight and also have a shoulder issue (burstitis) which is restricting movement in that joint. It means that a lot of the yoga poses feel impossible for me. I did Yogascape this week and whilst I enjoyed moving with a group (loved the music that accompanied it), I worry that as I am not able to do the moves properly that I'm not seeing the benefit. What do you think?

Would I be better focusing on cardio and strength?

💜I feel quite affected by my monthly cycle. How can I plan my exercise to work with my cycle please?

💜Any ideas to boost immunity?!

💜I have bought a barbell but don’t really know where to start or what weight to use. Are any of the strength classes suitable ?

💜Any top tips/ advice to help muscle recovery? What are the best classes to do?

💜What can I do to increase weight loss when I feel like I am eating a healthy diet and am doing lots of exercise already?

💜What's the way to recover with a pulled muscle rather than DOMS? I've pulled something in my back but I don't want to stop exercising completely!

💜How to deal with jet lag when going away to long haul destinations (and coming back home!)

💜How can I improve my balance when doing lunges…..?!

💜What would you suggest is a good balance of weekly activity for 'Average Annie' who doesn't work and has all the time in the world ? What is her recipe for healthy/safe old age success?

(How many of this, how many of that, etc)

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Q&A - How do you lose your menopause belly pouch? Overtraining, 70/30 food rule, collagen, stretching post-workout & more!

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Welcome to this week's Q&A! I hope you find it useful.

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Here are the time-stamps for this episode:

0:52 - How much can my weight fluctuate each week while maintaining it? Can it be up to 3 pounds?

2:01 - Should I limit my fruit intake or eat it at certain times?

4:28 - How can I stop emotional eating?

9:20 - How long should I rest if I'm sick?

11:36 - What's the best way to strengthen my core after having a baby?

13:54 - Can I divide my workout time into different exercises? For example, I do 20 minutes of weights, 20 minutes of power walking, and a 20-minute live class.

19:29 - Should I work out barefoot or wear shoes? My calves feel achy; is it because I’m a newbie?21:18 - I struggle with floor yoga; my hands slide due to sweating. Any tips?

22:34 - I have 2 kg weights. How do I know if I'm using the right weight for a class?

24:48 - My core is weak for sit-ups; I can only lift my head and shoulders. What can help?

25:31 - How many cardio sessions should I do each week, and for how long?

26:42 - I crave dark chocolate or sugar at night. How can I break this habit?

29:58 - Will I sweat less when I get fitter?

31:36 - How can I release neck tension while working out?

33:08 - Where should I start with strength training classes?

34:13 - How can I resist afternoon sweet cravings?

36:39 - I find the 70:30 eating concept hard; I feel I need to cut foods completely to resist them. Any advice?

42:04 - What exercises are recommended during a heavy period?

4:36 What happens when you're sick—should you continue exercising or rest? 

6:52 Are there any supplements recommended for boosting recovery or immunity? 

8:36 What are your top 3 resistance band exercises for toning the bum, tummy, and love handles? 

9:45 Is there a search function on demand?

10:19 Is it okay to exercise just one side when you have an injury? 

12:20 Can resistance bands replace weights for a strength workout while on holiday? 

12:58 Are there benefits to fasting, and how does it affect fitness and weight loss? 

15:29 Can poor sleep cause weight loss plateaus or even weight gain? 

20:50 What ratio of cardio to strength workouts should you aim for each week? 

25:49 How can you prevent exercise from feeling like a chore? 

28:56 How do you adjust workouts to prevent knee pain or stiffness due to age or arthritis? 

31:05 Am I too old to do Lorna’s classes?

33:10  How can I create an effective fitness routine that fits round long working hours and mentally exhausting days without feeling burnt out or feeling overwhelmed 

34:55 I’m used to having 1 meal per day (usually dinner) with a snack mid afternoon. I intermittent fast, is this ok?

35:40 Can mental health challenges impact exercise motivation, and how do you maintain consistency? 

38:38 What’s the best way to train for a 5K run, and what fitness classes support running? 

40:05 How do you perfect your push-up technique? 

40:36 What size weights should beginners use, and how do you progress over time? 

41:37 How soon are the live classes, are they uploaded onto on demand?

42:30 How often should you take rest days, especially when mixing running with strength training? 

46:55 Is breakfast important, or can it be delayed until later in the day? 

48:02 What are some creative ways to increase water intake beyond just drinking plain water? 

49:07 How can diet and exercise be tailored to manage menopausal symptoms like bloating and fatigue? 

53:11  What can I do to get motivation to get moving more?

54:01 How can swimmers create an effective fitness routine that balances cardio and strength workouts? 

54:50 What steps can you take to prevent or manage sciatica triggered by certain exercises? 

56:28 Are weights more beneficial than resistance bands, and how do space and family considerations affect equipment choices? 

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Q&A - How To Get Optimum Results From Your Workouts, How To Taper For A 10K Run, Stretching & More!