So many of us have perfectionist streaks in us and when life gets in the way of our plans (which invariably it will) we typically focus on what went wrong or what we didn’t achieve, rather than the things that we did. And that negative focus often means we go backwards or give up entirely on our goals. If you’ve …
How long does it take to form a new habit?
Lots of people say it takes 21-days. The reality is it depends entirely on how much action you take! Forming habits comes down to the frequency of action, not the passage of time. So if you spend 21 days thinking, learning and planning a change in your life, there might be some benefits to be had, but realistically you’ve spent …
The impact of your menstrual cycle on your eating habits
Ever noticed how your menstrual cycle affects your eating habits? (Or your pelvic floor for that matter!) Every woman is different and nutritional science is still way behind the curve here, but research to date suggests that… Week 1 (post period/follicular phase) – it tends to be easier to make better choices & to restrict calories here because rising oestrogen …