Fat loss, it's confusing. Calorie deficit, calorie surplus, maintenance, macros, fat loss, weight loss, what does it all mean? What diet to choose? How do diets actually work? As a fat loss coach I understand that it can be overwhelming. We are often promised the earth by fat loss diet companies. It is in their interest to keep you in the dark about fat loss. In this episode I cover how fat loss actually works, I explain a bit about calories, the difference between weight loss & fat loss & why we need to take into account how much of an impact human behaviour plays on fat loss & it's long term success. If you find this episode helpful or know someone who could benefit from it then please share it. It really helps me reach more people. If you need any help with fat loss get in touch! I would be happy to help. 

Reach me on IG @lmt.fitness or email me [email protected]

Lots of love,

Lindsay 

I was joined in this episode with the wonderful Nina who is the menopause health coach. Menopause is something that half of the population will go through at some stage. Yes, the conversations are getting better, but menopause is still too much of a taboo subject. We associate the menopause as something that happens to old ladies, but, it’s not. From around our mid 30s its something that most of us could benefit from having an awareness of. Yes, the menopause can be a scary & uncertain time but it can also be a time where we thrive. It can be a time to evaluate what you want from life & style your own journey. The symptoms can be strong, but so are we! Fitness, food & lifestyle are things we can control & something we can adapt to suit this time of life which can have a hugely positive impact on our journeys.

If you have any questions or would like more information about my 1:1 health & fitness coaching drop me an email [email protected]

Big thank you to the fabulous Nina who is a wealth of menopausal knowledge! If you have any questions for Nina or to get in touch, you can find her on IG @themenopuasehealthcoach

Here is to healthy, happy menopauses ladies, we are all in this together!

If you enjoyed this episode please leave it a 5 star review & share it with anyone that you think it might help. It really helps me to reach more people & I would be so grateful, Lindsay xxx

For me, health & fitness is holistic. Its fitness & food, but it's also mindset & wellbeing. This is why I wanted to chat to Emma about the positive impacts that cold water can have on our wellbeing. And what an uplifting episode this was for me to record! Emma is a ray of sunshine & her love of cold water swimming shines through. The mental health & wellbeing boost that cold water brings has been widely reported recently, and many people now swear by it as a major factor to their improved wellbeing. Emma kindly shared with us her own struggle with depression & how cold water swimming & the lifestyle has turned this around for her. If you are curious about cold water swimming & the benefits, as Emma says, just give it a go. 

From a safety perspective, do your own research, find an experienced group to go with, know your location & your own limits.

Sea Swim Squad is based in Northern Ireland & if you would like to get involved in one of their regular swims contact Emma by DM @seaswimsquad

Thank you Emma, I'll be over soon for a dip! 

I would love to hear your feedback on the pod & I would be so grateful for a 5 start review & any shares. It helps me reach more lovely people like you :) 

To get in touch drop me a DM on IG @lmt.fitness or visit my website www.lmtfitness.com

I absolutley loved recording this episode with the fabulous Katie from @thehypnotherapyden Katie is a Psycotherapist & solution focused hypnotherapist. Katie came on to chat about anxiety, stress & our self limiting beliefs from the brains perspective. When we try to make health & fitness improvements we often struggle to believe that we can do it. Something holds us back. We lack the confidence to go for it & sabotage ourselves. This episode explains where these thoughts & feelings come from. Katie gives us an insight into how we form self limiting beliefs & how strongly they can hold us back. A huge thank you to the wonderful Katie for sharing her wisdom with us! 

If you would like to reach out to Katie about her services you can find her on Instagram @thehypnotherapyden

If you have any questions for me send me a DM @lmt.fitness

Lindsay xxx

If you have your eyes set on 2023 with some big goals in the pipeline, thats fantastic! However, it can be helpful to keep in mind what hasn't worked for you in previous years & break the usual cycle. Setting goals takes some planning but if you take a bit of time to assess where you are at, how you are going to get there, how you are going to measure your progress & be realistic with your strategy, there should be no stopping you in 2023!

I am an online fitness coach & I help people find a happy, healthy balance with fitness, food & lifestyle! For more info on my coaching visit my website

www.lmtfitness.com

or drop me an email 

[email protected]

Lindsay 

This episode is dedicated to Christmas and helping you to navigate the various social occasions, big dinners and tonnes of chocolate!

If you have ever listened to previous episodes, it will be of no surprise that we don't just offer one perspective but offer a variety of scenarios and solutions!

If you enjoy this episode please leave us a 5-star review & like and share the sh*z out of it :) We really, really appreciate it.

Please get in touch if you have any topics you would like us to cover in the new year. You can find us on Instagram @awnutrition_ @lmt.fitness

It's officially December! Christmas is on the horizon and this is a topic to really consider this time of year as we spend a lot more time with others and potential influences on our choices. If you have been working hard on your goals then surrounding yourself with people that cheer you on and support you is really important. I know it's not always easy and we can't always choose everyone at our table, but in this episode I cover the types of people who you may want to consider giving a seat at your hypothetical, or real life table. I cover the importance of boundaries, particularly with pushy people and why clear communication is a must. Just remember NO is a full answer. 

If you enjoy this episode please rate, review and share. It really helps me reach more people. 

For more information on my 1:2:1 health and fitness coaching reach out to me 

[email protected]

www.lmtfitness.com

Lindsay xx

I asked my lovely mate and podcast co-host on the episode to discuss her IVF journey so far. I think the conversation needs to be opened up to allow for discussions around when there are struggles with pregnancy, it is more common than so many of us realise. In this episode Alessia is so open and honest about her own journey so far and explains some possible things to expect if you are starting on an IVF journey. We discuss how you can help support a friend or partner going through IVF or having problems trying to conceive. We also cover some things that are within your control in terms of nutrition and wellbeing that may help support fertility and how you can apply these.

Thank you to Alessia for sharing this with us. You are just a wonderful human.

You can get in touch with Alessia on IG @awnutriton_ and find out the details about her community for people at a similar stage of their journey.

If you have any questions or want to get in touch you can find me on IG @lmt.fitness

Lindsay xx

This can be a bit of a crossroads for people on a health and fitness journey where there has been a focus on fat loss. It can be a bit confusing and a bit scary to dip your toes out into the unknown. I wanted to record this episode to help explain ways that can help you transition and give you some ideas of approaches you may want to take for your fat loss journey. This should be a pretty straight forward move if you have learned about nutrition, but it can also feel a bit overwhelming. Hopefully this episode gives you some reassurance and an idea of how to approach fat loss, so that when the time comes, the transition is plain sailing and the results are long lasting. 

If you enjoyed this episode I would be so grateful if you could leave me a 5 star review and share it with anyone that it might help. 

I am an online fitness coach and I speacialise in helping people find a happy, healthy balance with fitness, food and lifestyle. 

For coaching enquries please get in touch over on IG @lmt.fitness

Lindsay :)

Motivation is a tough one all year round, but it is super tough when the autumn arrives and the days are cold, dark and wet. The wonderful Laura and I discuss all things autumn and winter motivation. As coaches, we know it's hard, we know it takes effort - we feel exactly the same. In this episode we cover why it's ok to let your routine change, why going with the flow of the seasons is super helpful and how adjusting your expectations can help. We are all in this together, it's about continuing to show up in the darker weather days, and knowing it's ok for this to look different to summer. Get in touch if you find this episode helpful. I am always so happy to hear from listeners. 

It's super helpful if you like, rate and share this podcast. It really helps me reach more people who are struggling with health and fitness. I would be so grateful! Thank you with kisses on top :) 

You can find the wonderful Laura on IG @iversinspire and myself Lindsay @lmt.fitness