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You’ve been making all the decisions all day.. It’s time to relax. We’ve been in the gym game since 2012.Looking back, the most successful era of my own training was in those early days, when we all trained together. Coaches, mates, all pushing each other through hard workouts.We were pretty naive, but we trained hard and had a laugh doing it.

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “Well, I already ate something ‘bad,’ so the whole day is ruined…” you’re familiar with the all-or-nothing mindset around food. This way of thinking makes eating feel like walking a tightrope where any slip means failure. And honestly, it’s exhausting and discouraging. Here’s the thing: food doesn’t have to be “all or nothing,” and overcoming that mindset is key to a balanced, sustainable approach to nutrition.

Most people get caught up in the idea that they need to find the perfect plan to reach their goals. They jump from one diet to the next, or try to work out seven days a week.And while these things might work in the short term, the real secret to lasting weight loss isn’t some magical food, a perfect workout routine, or even a trendy diet. It’s consistency.

Ceri’s journey at Function Fitness is a special one. Not just because she’s my wonderful wife, but because she’s lived through almost every stage of fitness that we help people with - from casual gym-goer to weightlifting enthusiast, through pregnancy and postnatal recovery and now training for a half Ironman. Watching her evolve over the years has been nothing short of inspiring, and I wanted to share her story.

Starting something new is always tough. Whether it’s a new workout routine, a healthier eating plan, or even just making small changes to your day, the mental block of starting can feel overwhelming. I get it, getting started is often the hardest part.

If you’re a woman in your 30s, 40s, or beyond, you’ve probably noticed your body changing in ways you didn’t expect. Weight gain around the middle, fatigue, and that feeling that no matter what you try, the scale won’t budge. Sound familiar? These changes are often tied to shifting hormones during perimenopause and menopause. But here’s the good news: strength training can help you regain control, boost your energy, and support long-term health.