Category: Mindset
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How can I stay motivated & healthy in the darker months?
This month’s subscriber question, comes from Carla: Hi Kate, I find it tough to stay motivated during the autumn and winter months. I don’t exercise as much as I do in the spring and summer. I tend to reach for more unhealthy comfort foods. Plus, waking up and...
The September Shift: Reset for Q4
As summer fades and the routine of work looms, many people experience what is sometimes called the “September Scaries” - a feeling of ‘impending doom’ now the summer is over and with a busy end of the year on the horizon. It’s the anxiety that arises as the...
Lessons learnt in Siena – Prioritise your needs on holiday
Welcome to the final post in our summer holiday series. So far we've discussed the benefits of going away, preparing for your holiday and, now, it's time to look at how you can make the most of it. A holiday isn't just a break from routine; it’s a crucial tool...
Lessons learnt in Siena – The power of presence
I recently went on holiday to Siena in Italy, and if you’ve followed me for a while now, you’ll know that I often share my insights or ‘lessons learned’ whilst on holiday. For me, holidays can be a brilliant opportunity for insights and reflection as you’re out...
Create a healthy body for life, not just the summer
This month, I’ve been talking about ‘bikini bodies’, fad diets and quick fixes. In this final post of the series, I want to shine the light on something far more important to me: sustainable wellbeing and self-care. Having the ‘body you want’ and feeling...
The trap of quick fixes for a ‘summer body’
The promise of fast weight loss can be tempting, especially with summer on the horizon. But the truth is, losing weight quickly often comes with significant downsides. Rapid weight loss usually involves extreme calorie restrictions or fitness fads, which can...
My thoughts on the ‘summer bikini body’ message
As summer approaches, the pressure to achieve the elusive "bikini body" or "perfect summer figure" intensifies. Magazine covers, social media influencers, and even well-meaning friends often perpetuate the idea that only a certain type of body is worthy of...
How can I stay consistent with exercise?
This month's subscriber question comes from Karen: Hi Kate, In my 20s and 30s, I used to be very active and would typically swim 2 to 3 times a week, as well as find time for a weekly 5km run. However, now that I’m in my 40s, I have found myself barely doing...
How to build lasting, healthy habits
In last week’s blog post, I started the conversation about why people fail to sustain new habits. If you missed it, you can find it here before reading this post, as I always think it’s best to understand the ‘why’, before getting to the ‘how’. In this post,...
Why most people fail to create new habits
Creating and maintaining new habits can be a real challenge for many of us. In my coaching practice, I often find that helping people to establish sustainable habits is just as important as helping them reach their goals. It's about transforming these habits...
Exercise smarter, not harder
Last time, we talked about the importance of listening to our bodies - a fundamental step in not just avoiding over-exercise, but also for good selfcare. Today, let's finish the conversation with a focus on finding the exercise routines that truly support our...
Could You Be Over-Exercising?
Exercise is an essential pillar of health and wellbeing. After all, our bodies are designed to move. However, just as too little movement can be detrimental to our health and longevity, the opposite end of the spectrum - over-exercising - poses its own set of...
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The secret to your success is hidden in your daily routines
More specifically, it's your morning routine or lack of, that truly sets the tone for the rest of your day: your health, mood, focus, energy and overall productivity. Which is why I've created this free 12-page guide to help you design your own custom morning routine so that you can be at your best every day.