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					<description><![CDATA[10 reasons, as a lady you can&#8217;t lose and sustain weight loss (that aren&#8217;t calories or exercise) 1. Irregular meal timings Your body works on very specific &#8216;clocks&#8217;, thus meaning its used to secreting hormones / enzymes at specific times, thus when you have erratic meals you can put the body in &#8217;emergency&#8217; as it wasn&#8217;t expecting food. This puts pressure on your bodies ability to burn fat. 2. Poor Sleep This will 100% screw your weight loss and lead you to high cravings, poor mood and weight gain. Its essential that the first 4 hours of your sleep are the best as that&#8217;s where you make up for the &#8216;debt&#8217; of the day. If you go to bed at<span class="excerpt-hellip"> […]</span>]]></description>
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<p>10 reasons, as a lady you can&#8217;t lose and sustain weight loss (that aren&#8217;t calories or exercise)</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Irregular meal timings </h3>



<p>Your body works on very specific &#8216;clocks&#8217;, thus meaning its used to secreting hormones / enzymes at specific times, thus when you have erratic meals you can put the body in &#8217;emergency&#8217; as it wasn&#8217;t expecting food. This puts pressure on your bodies ability to burn fat.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. Poor Sleep </h3>



<p>This will 100% screw your weight loss and lead you to high cravings, poor mood and weight gain. </p>



<p>Its essential that the first 4 hours of your sleep are the best as that&#8217;s where you make up for the &#8216;debt&#8217; of the day. If you go to bed at 12pm or after this can&#8217;t happen.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><br>3. Not listening to your body </h3>



<p>Many ladies believe that &#8216;more is better&#8217; when it comes to exercise. WRONG.<br>that&#8217;s just the basic level fitness industry telling you that. When we use real science you actually can do LESS and get more weight loss. We just have to track your recovery.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><br>4. You haven&#8217;t accepted where you are</h3>



<p>This is crucial. Most of you are rushing away from the &#8216;pain&#8217; you feel of your current situation</p>



<p>Thats why we use the A.R.A. Method to help you release the past anger, shame and guilt associated with the current situation. You will never be happen in your body if you can&#8217;t be happy with it now.</p>



<p></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">5. Hydration</h3>



<p>Not just drinking more water like the fitness industry tell you, but proper cellular hydration. This comes from ionic trace minerals and food you consume.</p>



<p>Poor hydration will freeze weight loss.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">6. Inflammation</h3>



<p>So many that come to us have gut issues, diabetes and other metabolic issues. These are messing up crucial pathways in the body and make weight loss much harder.</p>



<p>In our 12 week program we address inflammation because honestly, most people struggle with some, even if its a niggly long term joint injury.</p>



<p></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">7. Circadian Rhythm</h3>



<p>Think of this as the master switch to all your cells. When its off, you are off.</p>



<p>That could be mentally or physically. </p>



<p>Your circadian rhythm is regulated by<strong> light, food &amp; movement</strong>. Making sure they are all at the correct times is vital.</p>



<p></p>



<p></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">8. You continue to reinforce a story that doesn&#8217;t serve you (without even knowing sometimes)</h3>



<p>This might be putting yourself down around friends or family, it might be when you look in the mirror or try on clothes.</p>



<p><strong>This has to stop.</strong></p>



<p></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">9. You believe restriction is needed to get results</h3>



<p>Most ladies are so used to restrictive diets that if they see something that isn&#8217;t that, unconsciously dismiss it.<br>Its important you get over the &#8216;it has to be paleo, vegan, keto to lose weight.&#8217;</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">10. You believe will power and motivation will be enough.</h3>



<p>Nope, not even a little bit.</p>



<p>In our programs we teach the basics of<em> why </em>trying to change a behaviour is pointless if you don&#8217;t understand the deeper unconscious trigger.</p>



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<p>Think about how many times </p>



<p>you have tried different diets, exercise regimes or protocols,</p>



<p>Now think of how many you fully followed through on&#8230;</p>



<p>Not a lot right?</p>



<p>Unless you can unlock your subconscious and get it on side, it&#8217;s only a matter of time before a trigger (excuse) comes along to derail your efforts.</p>



<p></p>



<p></p>



<p>So there you have it, 10 reasons that MOST ladies we work with are not addressing before they join us.</p>



<p>I could write 20 more but if you committed to even HALF of the above you would kiss goodbye to the struggle and allow it to be easier.</p>



<p>And, if you want to let the inner slim version, the truest, happiest and most purposeful version of you out.</p>



<p>We have just 8 spaces left on our 12 week WOW program, striating next week.</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2020 09:42:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[If You Have Long Term Inflammation Issues &#8211; Here’s 7 Reasons Weight Loss Shouldn’t Be Your Goal. If you struggle with: Gut issues Headaches Skin issues Autoimmune Other inflammatory issues Your focus should be on what we call the the Top Down Approach. You have to make sure&#8230; 1. The brain is healthy &#8211; sounds extreme but many people have issues with swallowing food, with constipation and yeast issues. Moreover, if you struggle with smell, taste and saliva production, these are further signs of brain dysfunction. Much of this is due to poor signalling of the brain (parasympathetic nervous system) 2. Ensure adequate levels of stomach acid and enzymes. As you age, with stress &#38; infections you drive down stomach<span class="excerpt-hellip"> […]</span>]]></description>
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<p>If You Have Long Term Inflammation Issues &#8211; Here’s 7 Reasons Weight Loss Shouldn’t Be Your Goal.</p>



<p>If you struggle with:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Gut issues</li><li>Headaches</li><li>Skin issues</li><li>Autoimmune</li><li>Other inflammatory issues</li></ul>



<p>Your focus should be on what we call the the<strong> Top Down Approach.</strong></p>



<p>You have to make sure&#8230;</p>



<p></p>



<p>1. The brain is healthy &#8211; sounds extreme but many people have issues with swallowing food, with constipation and yeast issues.</p>



<p>Moreover, if you struggle with smell, taste and saliva production, these are further signs of brain dysfunction.</p>



<p>Much of this is due to poor signalling of the brain (parasympathetic nervous system)</p>



<p></p>



<p>2. Ensure adequate levels of stomach acid and enzymes.</p>



<p>As you age, with stress &amp; infections you drive down stomach acid which ruins things like protein digestion.</p>



<p>Often people that say ‘protein makes me feel heavy’ are struggling here.</p>



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<p>3. Gallbladder issues.</p>



<p>If you are lucky to still have this, the production and flow of bile is essential.</p>



<p>With poor flow, you will become deficient in fat soluble vitamins.</p>



<p>Meaning you will struggle with sex hormone production (and any day based hormones)</p>



<p></p>



<p>4. Intestinal valve issues.</p>



<p>When the above is present you are at greater risk of SIBO, a condition when you have a reflow of bacteria into the small intestine.</p>



<p>If this is you, you’ll find that HIGH FODMAP foods will be a real struggle for you.</p>



<p></p>



<p>5. Immune barrier (leaky gut)</p>



<p>Many practitioners try to fix this issue first and it’s pointless if you don’t address the above issues.</p>



<p>Moreover, you have to ensure your immune system is working well.</p>



<p>If you are reacting to lots of foods, have skin issues, migraines and such like,</p>



<p>Calming the immune response becomes upmost important.</p>



<p></p>



<p>6. Microbiome Diversity.</p>



<p>We are 100% that the diversity of the microbiome is shrinking in the western world.</p>



<p>Low diversity is associated to more diseases than I can write here.</p>



<p>When we eat the same meals all the time,</p>



<p>Have low fibre diets</p>



<p>Drink alcohol in excess</p>



<p>Don’t sleep well&#8230;</p>



<p>All negativity effect microbiome health.</p>



<p></p>



<p>7. Chronic infections (large intestine)</p>



<p>Your large intestine is home to a huge array of diverse bacteria / yeast and much more.</p>



<p>However, when we get stressed, get travel illnesses, over exercise, have a poor diet.</p>



<p>We fail to protect ourselves from infections, both bacterial and parasites.</p>



<p>I could write 10 more with ease but hopefully you get the idea why so many people struggle to lose weight</p>



<p>And keep it off.</p>



<p>That’s why on the women only WOW program we address inflammation and show you how to correct it,</p>



<p>As when you do.</p>



<p>Weight loss is EASY.</p>



<p>And good news, this weeks live training in the group will run you through exactly how to action the above.</p>



<p>Plus, if you join in the next few days you save yourself 25%</p>



<p>Drop us a message to see if it’s a good fit.</p>



<p>It’s not just a weight loss program, it’s a transformation program.</p>



<p>C x</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2020 12:49:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[With excess weight comes poor blood glucose management&#8230;. Aka, higher risk of not just diabetes but nearly ALL illnesses. A recent study showed people with poor blood glucose had much more severe symptoms of COVID. So, what does this mean to you if you carry weight? 1. Eat regular protein &#8211; This will help to stabilise blood glucose and avoid crashes (and binges) 2. Eat at regular times &#8211; This will ensure your body is prepared for when food arrives. The body is very clever and &#8216;prepares&#8217; for food. But when you have irregular timings it acts as a stress on the body. 3. Avoid sugary foods and drinks &#8211; These imbalance blood glucose levels and lead you on a<span class="excerpt-hellip"> […]</span>]]></description>
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<p>With excess weight comes poor blood glucose management&#8230;.</p>



<p>Aka, higher risk of not just diabetes but nearly ALL illnesses.</p>



<p>A recent study showed people with poor blood glucose had much more severe symptoms of COVID.</p>



<p>So, what does this mean to you if you carry weight?</p>



<p><strong>1. Eat regular protein</strong> &#8211; This will help to stabilise blood glucose and avoid crashes (and binges)</p>



<p><strong>2. Eat at regular times </strong>&#8211; This will ensure your body is prepared for when food arrives. The body is very clever and &#8216;prepares&#8217; for food.</p>



<p>But when you have irregular timings it acts as a stress on the body.</p>



<p><strong>3. Avoid sugary foods and drinks &#8211; </strong>These imbalance blood glucose levels and lead you on a hunt for energy later in the day.</p>



<p><strong>4. Start your day with some protein &#8211;</strong> Those that have some protein (whether eggs, smoked salmon etc) binge less at NIGHT.</p>



<p>This is because they are not constantly chasing energy to function.</p>



<p><strong>5. Eat vegetables </strong>&#8211; The nutrients are important but the fibre helps to offset blood glucose disturbance.</p>



<p>Do the above and not only will you lose weight easier, you&#8217;ll be a at less risk of disease.</p>



<p>Simples.</p>



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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:19:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[If You Are Not Where You Want With Your Body (and likely life) Here are some things to seriously consider that can help you right now. 1. Knowing your why Sounds cheesy but &#8216;losing weight&#8217; isn&#8217;t enough, Neither is fitting in a dress or item of clothing. It has to be a deeper connection than that. Why does it matter the clothes you wear or how much weight you lose. What does it really mean to you? As in, do I feel unattractive to my partner etc. Be radically honest with yourself as if you are not, you give yourself unconscious permission to fall off the wagon. 2. Who you surround yourself with matters If all the people around you<span class="excerpt-hellip"> […]</span>]]></description>
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<p>If You Are Not Where You Want With Your Body (and likely life)</p>



<p>Here are some things to seriously consider that can help you right now.</p>



<p><strong>1. Knowing your why</strong> </p>



<p>Sounds cheesy but &#8216;losing weight&#8217; isn&#8217;t enough,</p>



<p>Neither is fitting in a dress or item of clothing. It has to be a deeper connection than that. Why does it matter the clothes you wear or how much weight you lose.</p>



<p><strong><em>What does it really mean to you?</em></strong></p>



<p>As in, do I feel unattractive to my partner etc. Be radically honest with yourself as if you are not, you give yourself unconscious permission to fall off the wagon.</p>



<p><strong>2. Who you surround yourself with matters</strong></p>



<p>If all the people around you moan about their body or have more negative conversations, you will become absorbed into those issues.</p>



<p>Yet, if you ask for help from people that want you to win, they will hold you accountable to your best self, not your lower self.</p>



<p>Sadly, your friends and family like who you ARE, not who you can be, it threatens them at a deeper level and worry of being left behind.</p>



<p>That&#8217;s why checking being around a supportive group is essential.</p>



<p><strong>3. Stop the noise </strong></p>



<p>If you find yourself subscribed to lots of different groups, pages, podcasts or books, again, its a distraction and a quick way to be overwhelmed.</p>



<p>Stop it.</p>



<p>You have to learn to trust you know enough (which you all do) and follow that 1 process for a period of time.</p>



<p>Until you cut all the noise away, you will never <em>fully commit.</em></p>



<p><strong>4. If you don&#8217;t check in with yourself each day, your life will always be the same as your past.</strong></p>



<p>Remember, if you have no pause points, you have no choices to make. It&#8217;s just like being on a hamster wheel all day.</p>



<p>However, if you pause and consider whats happening right now, then you have the power to change it.</p>



<p>Yet if you just feel overwhelmed in your day, things will always be the same until you get burnt out.</p>



<p><strong>5. Set small goals</strong></p>



<p>Many cause a lot of unnecessary pain due to setting goals that they can&#8217;t really imagine coming true.</p>



<p>The reality is, your brain treats you as a stranger when you imagine the future. And, the further you get ahead, the less you have to attach to,</p>



<p>This is another reason that it&#8217;s easy to give into pressure from friends and family.</p>



<p>So, set small weekly goals and assess each week, they will then help add up to a bigger goal.</p>



<p>If you do the above, progress is <em>guaranteed,</em></p>



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<p>And if you loved the above, come join our<strong> 3 FREE day challenge on the 7th September.</strong></p>



<p>It&#8217;s for women that are fed up of living on a hamster wheel of diets and exercise,</p>



<p>For women that are fed up of being at war with their body.</p>



<p>Marta and I are going to set the record straight and give you exactly what you need to succeed mentally and physically.</p>



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<p>Register your place now at <a href="https://bit.ly/losetheexcessweight">https://bit.ly/losetheexcessweight</a></p>
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