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If you’ve spent years jumping between diets, slimming groups, calorie apps, and “starting again on Monday”… nutrition coaching might feel like a totally different world. And honestly? It is.No shame. No rules. No weigh-ins in front of a group.Just real-life support, a bit of structure, and a coach in your corner.So what actually happens in your first few weeks? Here’s a little peek.

Because life happens — and dinner still needs to get made!We’ve all been there.It’s 7pm.You’re tired.You’ve had a long day.And the last thing you want to do is cook something elaborate or “healthy.”

We all want to be healthy. But what happens when trying to “eat well” starts making us feel worse?If you've ever felt guilty for eating bread, anxious about going out for a meal, or proud you skipped the birthday cake — not because you didn’t want it, but because it didn’t feel “clean” — it might be time to take a step back.Because here's the thing: healthy eating can become unhealthy.

If you’ve read Part 1, you’ll know this isn’t about fear-mongering or judgement. It’s about making informed decisions with your eyes open.So, what does the research actually say?

If you grew up in the era of SlimFast shakes, low-fat everything, and “just burn more than you eat,” it’s no wonder you're confused about what it means to eat well. For decades, we’ve been taught that weight loss is simply about willpower. Eat less. Move more. Job done, right? Except it’s not working. Not long term.

When Lucas and his wife Debs relocated from South London to Torrington in August 2024, they happened to move in next door to what would become a life-changing place: Function Fitness.