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Pollen, Periods & Protein: Managing Spring Fatigue Naturally
Does anyone else feel a little more tired than usual this time of year, even with the sunshine and lighter evenings? You’re not alone....

farzanahooda
6 hours ago3 min read
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Why You're Gaining Weight in Ramadhan (and How to Fix It!)
Ramadhan is a time of fasting, reflection, and spiritual renewal. But if you were hoping to shed a few kilos and instead find yourself...

farzanahooda
Mar 133 min read
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"Why Do I Feel Fat During My Period?" Understanding Monthly Weight Changes
Ever woken up feeling like you gained 10 pounds overnight? Does this feeling often coincide with your period? 😫 You're not alone! Those...

farzanahooda
Feb 212 min read
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Let's Talk About Getting Moving (Even When Life is Crazy Busy)
I get it - finding time to exercise when you're juggling work, family, and, well, life can feel nearly impossible. But here's the thing...

farzanahooda
Feb 103 min read
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Training and health tips during Ramadhan
Some things that have helped me that I hope help you 1.LISTEN TO YOUR BODY- Just because others might be smashing their Ramadhan workouts...

farzanahooda
Mar 25, 20242 min read
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Simple ways to increase the amount of protein in your diet
Often people think you need to have protein shakes or eat a high carnivorous diet to get sufficient amounts of protein but this is not...

farzanahooda
Feb 6, 20232 min read
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5 minute daily rituals I do to help me stay grounded and de-stress!
How often do you set aside time to intentionally de-stress? What I’ve realised as a mother of 4, Personal Trainer, Coach, homemaker,...

farzanahooda
Jan 13, 20232 min read
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Brain food 🧠
Exam Stress? Kids studying for their exams? Or perhaps like me, you just want to ensure you and your family's minds are working at their...

farzanahooda
Jun 15, 20223 min read
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Why is protein important in your diet?
Are you getting enough protein in your diet? While you may watch your calories, sugar and salt intake, you should also make sure you are...

farzanahooda
Mar 28, 20225 min read
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Is PMS Sabotaging your diet?
Do you find yourself on a roll with your diet, feeling so good and then the dreaded PMS hits! Food cravings are insane, the hot water...

farzanahooda
Jan 22, 20223 min read
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Getting results at home
As we find ourselves in another period of uncertainty with Covid cases souring, I understand that heading to the gym isn’t something...

farzanahooda
Dec 28, 20213 min read
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Balancing Hormones and blood sugars the natural way
Want less tummy fat/ better moods/sleep/reduced PMS/ less brain fog and generally feeling better about yourself? If the answer is YES,...

farzanahooda
Nov 8, 20213 min read
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How to avoid the winter weight gain!
Hearty rich foods, crumbles, creamy sauces, pies and hot pots… do you crave more of these foods in the winter? Is this winter appetite...

farzanahooda
Oct 3, 20212 min read
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The underestimated benefits of NEAT
I talk about this A LOT with my coaching clients. NEAT is just a fancy word for the amount of energy you spend moving around being active...

farzanahooda
Sep 17, 20212 min read
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How to cut your cooking time in half!
Time is one of the biggest hurdles when it comes to cooking at home and eating healthier! Healthy food has a bad rep for being long and...

farzanahooda
Sep 12, 20212 min read
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Why drinking coffee first thing in the morning is a bad idea!
Are you a morning coffee drinker? I have to admit, I LOVE a morning coffee but have adapted to waiting a little while & in this post I...

farzanahooda
Jul 25, 20211 min read
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Weightlifting and pelvic floor health- something every woman should know
A woman’s pelvic floor is made up of muscles, ligaments, connective tissues, and nerves that support the uterus, bladder, and rectum. The...

farzanahooda
Jul 9, 20212 min read
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6 common diet mistakes when trying to lose weight!
Did you start the year with a whole list of positive intentions or a mission to lose weight in 2021. It all started so well right…but how...

farzanahooda
Jun 20, 20212 min read
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Finding peace amongst the internal chaos
Here’s my story...Yesterday I literally felt like my brain was going to explode! Appointments, dates, work, school, house, activities,...

farzanahooda
Jun 19, 20213 min read
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Hormone imbalances
Did you know that Imbalances to your hormones can be triggered by unhealthy food? The more sugar you consume the more insulin, oestrogen...

farzanahooda
Jun 13, 20211 min read
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Can you lose fat and gain muscle at the same time?
There is a difference between losing weight and losing FAT. Losing FAT may be great for some wanting to lead a healthier lifestyle but...

farzanahooda
May 21, 20213 min read
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How to maintain energy levels and muscle mass in the month of Ramadhan
Whilst fasting in the month of Ramadhan, the food consumption window is small and so nourishing your body with high quality, nutrient...

farzanahooda
Apr 11, 20213 min read
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3 Fat loss rules every woman should know
I’m all for women loving the body they’re in but some women do want to lose weight and that’s OK! Sorry if this isn't trendy for saying...

farzanahooda
Apr 5, 20211 min read
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Gut Health
Do you ever get HANGRY? The term for being hungry and angry 😊 If you know you know right?😊 Do you ever make decisions based on your...

farzanahooda
Mar 5, 20211 min read
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Does stress make you fat?
I’ve always found that during stressful periods of my life, my stomach is the first place to feel bloated! 😔 So is there a link? Medical...

farzanahooda
Feb 10, 20213 min read
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Menstruation and migrations
Do you suffer from migraines during menstruation or just before your period? If so, you are not alone. Menstrual migraines occur due to...

farzanahooda
Jan 27, 20212 min read
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Breathing exercises for better sleep
Do you sleep like a baby or toss and turn all night? 🛏️ Fronted adverbials, being stuck on the Titanic and being eaten by a dragon are...

farzanahooda
Jan 22, 20212 min read
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Finding balance in 2021
Life can get really crazy sometimes and in a world where we are now forced more than ever to be online and spending more time on tech,...

farzanahooda
Jan 2, 20212 min read
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Training around your menstrual cycle
Bloat, weight gain, raging hormones causing mood swings and stomach pain are just some of the symptoms associated with the ‘time of the...

farzanahooda
Dec 31, 20205 min read
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Small steps = Big change.
Is every day a struggle between an endless to-do list and a limited amount of time? Do you ever look at your running shoes gathering dust...

farzanahooda
Dec 3, 20202 min read
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Are the scales sabotaging your efforts to lose weight?
How many of us do it? We step on the scales every…single…morning…wishing those lbs away! Removing every item of clothing….the number...

farzanahooda
Dec 1, 20202 min read
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The importance of Magnesium for women’s health
Are you lying awake at night not able to sleep, experiencing leg cramps at night, suffering from terrible headaches or perhaps raging...

farzanahooda
Dec 1, 20201 min read
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Gym Hygiene!
We all know the health and wellbeing benefits of a hard session at the gym, but at the same time, a gym full of sweaty bodies and sweaty...

farzanahooda
Dec 1, 20202 min read
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Can I eat bananas when trying to lose weight?
“But aren’t they really fattening?” This is a question I’ve been asked many times and so I thought I would advise on the amazing benefits...

farzanahooda
Nov 29, 20201 min read
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Are you getting your Vitamin D fix?
Vitamin D is essential for the human body and helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body, which is needed to keep...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20201 min read
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Immunity and health
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that’s readily available in LOTS of fruits and veggies (not just oranges). We need vitamins and...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20202 min read
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My top 3 stress busting tips!
Have you been falling into bad habits? Stress eating? Worrying about the future makes us move away from the PRESENT and puts more stress...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20201 min read
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Exercise or sleep? Which one should I prioritise?
You really shouldn’t put yourself in that position, because you absolutely need both. But sleep is soooooo important! Have you ever...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20201 min read
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How to increase your metabolism the easy way.
Here’s me doing my gazillionth load of washing and running around the house! But no this is not a post about me doing the housework, but...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20202 min read
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Lets talk about muscle!
I often hear women telling me ‘I just want to tone up’. What is being ‘toned’? In this context, muscle tone refers to having a sufficient...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20202 min read
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How do I get a flat stomach?
This is the most commonly asked question by friends and clients and unfortunately you cannot target weight loss or spot reduce from a...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20201 min read
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Feeling blue? Check out some top mood boosting foods
Do you sometimes indulge in too many sugary, sweet snacks when feeling stressed, upset and tired? Feeling blue or a bit blah?! Your diet...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20202 min read
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7 reasons you're not seeing results from your workouts!
Have you been working out for a while and not seeing any change? Pounding the streets in the morning and then another workout in the...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20202 min read
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The importance of strength training for women
Did you know... women can lose up to 20% of bone density during the 5-7years following menopause. If you lose bone quickly, you have a...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20201 min read
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Portion sizes
Easy peasy steps in gauging the perfect portion size Wow, I didn’t realise how big and weird my hand looked until I took this photo!...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20202 min read
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Do you sleep like a baby? Or toss and turn all night?
Since I had my first born, my sleep has never been the same and it can affect your whole life! From your mood, to your workouts, energy...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20201 min read
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Why am I gaining weight when exercising?
I’m putting on weight and I’m exercising like mad? Are you pounding the streets and doing every HIIT workout going but not achieving the...

farzanahooda
Nov 25, 20202 min read
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