Stress 2 Strength Blog

This blog provides details on four foods that can support you through stressful times of life.

At some point I am sure you have heard someone say, ‘I just have a slow metabolism’ or ‘I have a naturally fast metabolism’, and you might have nodded in agreement but not actually understood exactly what they meant. Hopefully, I can help make this a lot clearer and give you some tips on how you can speed up your own metabolism, especially if you are lacking energy and feeling a little sluggish. Getting yourself into a healthy body and mind space is more important than ever right now, with us all spending so much time at home dealing with endless challenges. We all want to find a little control, so what you eat and how you treat your body is the perfect place to start. This is not about just dieting for weight loss. Improving your metabolism is about making changes to feel better now and for the long term. What is our metabolism all about? Your metabolism describes the incredibly complex chemical processes that go on inside our bodies to combine the calories in what we eat and drink, with oxygen to release the energy we need to function. We then each have our own metabolic rate, which is the speed in which we burn those calories. One of the tools I use with my clients is Metabolic Typing . This helps me to determine your body type from your physical shape – as no matter how big or small you are in weight your skeletal structure is not going to change. By looking at both physical and psychological considerations together, I can make sure that you are eating right for your body type. This will make sure that you are getting the most from your food – not storing unwanted fat, but metabolising your food quickly and effectively – creating energy and making you feel and look great.

Our world is toxic; everywhere we look we are surrounded by different types of toxins, from pesticides in our food, cleaning products and exhaust fumes to medications we take for that sudden headache or even tap water we drink. This blog provides a high level overview of metabolic detoxing and how completing a 14 day bespoke programme can provide a fabulous kick start to your better health journey.

With so much going on in the world right now and with us spending a lot more time at home, you might find you have been getting into bad habits. A few extra cups of coffee, a glass of wine more regularly than you used to, lots of ‘sweet treats’ to help cheer up your mood and possibly less exercise. The chances are as a result, your body and mind are not feeling great. Signs it’s time to change For the reasons above and many more, our immune systems are taking a hit right now and it could be a sign that your body is not fighting fit. The top 5 signs to look out for are: You’re constantly tired and lacking energy You’ve been having trouble sleeping You’re suffering from unexplained skin problems like rashes or acne You’re feeling bloated and experiencing other digestive issues You struggle to concentrate and often have a foggy head

Do you find yourself feeling on edge leading up to big events or in challenging moments? Racing thoughts, pounding heart, shortness of breath, upset stomach, foggy head. Sound familiar? Whether you’ve got lost on the way to meet a friend, you feel panicked before an important work presentation, the anticipation of a loved one’s birthday party or just the thought of Christmas approaching scarily quickly – we all know the feeling. That feeling is STRESS It affects us all – in different ways - and at different times. You are not alone. …..and the great news is, YOU have the power to improve the way you react and how you feel.