Why Weight Loss Alone Won’t Fix Your Life And What Truly Changed Everything for Me
When people want to change their lives, they often start with weight loss. “If I just lose this weight, I’ll feel confident.”“If I can get fit, everything else will fall into place.”“If I just looked the way I want, I’d finally be happy.” But if you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you already know: […]
“No, but…”: The Mindset Shift That Makes Weight Loss Sustainable
Let’s be real—when most people start a weight loss journey, it’s like they instantly become their own prison warden. “I can’t have a chocolate bar.” “I mustn’t order dessert.” “I shouldn’t go out for drinks with the girls.” It might sound disciplined, but it’s actually one of the fastest ways to sabotage your own progress. […]
Why You Should Be Eating Frogs (Metaphorically Speaking)
Demi: Okay, what cool stuff are we up to today? Simon: Today, we’re going to be eating frogs. Now, before you gag, stick with us—this isn’t a recipe post, and no frogs were harmed in the making of this metaphor. This is actually about one of the most effective mindset shifts you can make when […]
But Why? The Key to Lasting Change
We’ve all had moments where we felt the drive to change something in our lives—whether that’s losing weight, getting fitter, reducing stress, or simply feeling more in control. The motivation can start off high, we make a plan, we set the intention… And then, before we know it, we’ve fallen off track. You might have […]
The Real Key To Long-Term Health & Fitness: Balance (And Why We Forgot It Ourselves)
When people think about health, fitness, and weight loss, they often jump straight to what they need to do. “What diet should I follow?” “What workout plan is best?” “How many calories should I eat?” But recently, my wife, Demi, and I were reminded of something far more important — something that quietly underpins everything […]
Understanding the Strength-Stabilization Continuum: Balancing Power and Control in Your Workouts
When embarking on a fitness journey, you’ll find that some exercises feel stable, secure and controlled, whilst others seem to have you massively focusing on your balance and coordination. For instance, you would feel solid and powerful during a set on a leg press machine, but wobbly and unsteady during a lunge. This difference stems […]
Why Restrictive Diets Always Fail (And What to Do Instead!)
When trying to lose weight, people often turn to strict, overly oppressive routines. The most common are extreme diet plans that might be effective from a calorie perspective but fail to consider short-term enjoyment. Juice cleanses, keto diets, and similar approaches all fall into this category. These diets excel at reducing calorie intake and triggering […]
The Importance of Torso Tension in Exercise: Stomach Vacuum vs. Stomach Brace
When exercising, maintaining proper tension around your abs and spine is crucial. Without it, your hips can rotate out of position, and your spine may curve, leading to short-term injuries and long-term wear and tear on your joints. To overcome this we need to create tension within our midsection. The Two Ways to Create Torso […]
How to Catch Slips and Stop a Downward Spiral Before It’s Too Late
When making lifestyle changes, setbacks are inevitable. You might be eating well, exercising consistently, and feeling great—until one moment of indulgence throws you off track. A single chocolate bar can snowball into a weekend of binge eating. Missing one workout turns into skipping the gym for weeks. Before you know it, all your progress feels […]
Why Relying on Willpower Is Sabotaging Your Goals (And What to Do Instead)
When we set out to achieve long-term goals—whether it’s losing weight, improving fitness, or building healthier habits—it’s easy to believe that self-control and willpower are the keys to success. The idea is simple: resist temptations, stay disciplined, and you’ll reach your goal. But while self-control can help in the short term, relying on it as […]