5 Reasons You’re Always Hungry on a Diet (And How to Fix Each One)
Hi! Simon at Body Development Centre here, Leicester’s most experienced personal trainer and weight loss coach! (40,000hrs and counting!) Today, we’re going to have a little look at the mistakes you may be making that are keeping you feeling hungry (even though you may not need more food!). Let’s go!! *********************************************************************** You’ve started your weight […]
Learn From My Mistakes: Moving From Burnout to Consistency In My Training
Hey, I’m Simon, a personal trainer in Leicester. And I wanted to give you a look behind the curtain to my life. As over the past decade, I’ve changed a lot. I lost nearly 40kg—going from an obese 100kg down to a lean 63.I kicked a cannabis habit that had become a daily crutch.I reined […]
I Used to Weigh 100kg: What I Learned About Losing Weight (and Keeping It Off)
Hey, Simon here, Leicester’s most experienced personal trainer! So today. It’s time for real talk. These days, I walk around at about 64kg. I’m 5ft 6, so that puts me in a healthy place. But I wasn’t always here. At my heaviest, I was nearly 100kg. I’ve worn jeans that had overhang, pulled at my […]
Why You Keep Eating After You’re Full — And What To Do About It
Hey! Simon from Body Development Centre here! Leicester’s premier personal training and weight loss studio. Today, we’re going to talk about why we keep eating, even when we aren’t hungry anymore. Let’s get into it! You’ve been there before. You’ve prepped your meals. You’ve followed your plan. You’ve eaten dinner. You’re no longer hungry. And […]
Falling Off the Wagon? Here’s What to Do Next
Hey everyone, Simon here—Leicester’s friendly neighbourhood personal trainer! Today I want to talk about something that nearly everyone goes through on a weight loss or fitness journey (including me): falling off the wagon. It’s that moment where all your new healthy habits start to unravel. Maybe it’s skipping a few workouts. Maybe it’s getting back […]
How to Make Better Choices for Long-Term Weight Loss: The Power of Decision Balancing
Let’s be honest—losing weight and keeping it off isn’t easy. It takes real effort. Not just a few days of eating better or a week of workouts, but consistent, long-term change. And that’s where most people struggle. We all know what we should do. But the truth is, our brains are wired to take the […]
Why Motivation Dies (and What to Do About It)
Hey everyone! It’s Simon, Leicester’s premier personal trainer! Today I’d like to talk about one of the biggest stumbling blocks people hit when trying to make real, lasting change in their health: motivation. Specifically, why it disappears faster than a free doughnut in an office kitchen… and what you can do about it. If you’ve […]
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 […]