Today we become a family of five again but this time for longer.
We've had these two before, they visited for a couple of weeks whilst their carer was away. But due to circumstances they've needed to move on, so we said yes.
Two more girls in the house - I'm going to be massively outnumbered!
They're going to be here for at least 6 weeks we reckon, maybe longer.
Yet another example of how life never slows down - don't wait for it to.
Oh and another guy has stopped on after his 7-day free trial, that's 4 out of 5 now.
I always say this is different to everything else out there. This actually works.
If you want to experience what it's like to work with me, now's the perfect time. Drop me a DM.
I'll get back to you between nappy changes!
Everything I do is about sustainability long term, no more yo-yo
Rob Cook is a Director in his construction company. He works long hours and travels around the country. 
Rob found himself above 18 stone and struggling for breath. He set out to shift it.
He shifted the majority of that weight alone, but what he'd done is create a routine and a way of living that was totally unsustainable.
He'd be exercising for an hour every single day and eating separate meals to the family.
Rob approached me asking for help as he knew he needed to change, but was so afraid of putting all the weight back on.
We slowly pulled Rob's plan back, making sure we kept an eye on his weight. He was very reluctant but trusted the process.
Rob is now eating with the family, he exercises 3 times a week and he's lost a bit more weight on top.
I don’t just help with weight loss, everything I do is about sustainability long term, no more yo-yo.
Feel like it’s worth a shot? Drop me a DM.
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I have to check the calendar to see which kids we're looking after!
Today, we welcome the 23rd child under our roof in 3 years.
Life sometimes feels like organised chaos and I know it's never going to calm down.
That's why I don't wait to start anything, I just get on with it. Good enough is good enough.
And I was reminded of that on a call yesterday.
"Chris, I saw your posts in December and I knew I needed to do something.
Then I saw your posts in January and I thought p*ss off Chris, haha...
... I've done nothing since then, so I just need to do get on with it"
Managing Director of his company, young kids, travels globally, hotel stays, the lot. He's got plenty of good excuses.
But he's stopped listening to them and starting tomorrow, he's going to make a change.
But why tomorrow?
Well, he's at Cheltenham today, so that'd be a silly day to start. At least he's not starting on a Monday!
If you're reading this, but hiding behind your excuses, stop.
EVERYONE can make progress, albeit it will be different to the next man.
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Our 16 year old went home yesterday and today we welcome a 16 week old into our home!
In the last month, we’ll have looked after 6 different children, plus Abbie of course.
On top of that we’ve had my mum’s health issues, needed to buy a new car as Gemma crashed hers plus everything else going on.
It’s been hectic.
It’s not been perfect.
I’ve prioritised the important stuff and not beat myself up over the small stuff.
But I’ve managed and it’s everything feels like it’s starting to settle.
Until the next thing…
Life is never quiet, there is always something going on, so whatever you’re putting off until a better time, stop procrastinating and get on with it.
Even one step forward is better than none.
And despite all the craziness, I’ve even left friendly messages for Abbie to remind her I love her.
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This is Simon who I used to work with.
Simon had a young family and career which was mostly working from home but also included international travel.
He contacted me as he wasn’t happy with his body shape.
He was out of routine and his food was all over the place.
He’d tried the usual diets and all or nothing attempts, but he’d never got any lasting results.
We got to work and looked through everything, making marginal improvements week by week.
He still ate curry, pizza and drank beer but this was all balanced out.
So how much weight did Simon lose between these two photographs?
He lost a grand total of 8lb - or 3.6kg in new money.
But how can that be true?
Body composition - the old muscle weighs more than fat thing...
And the same thing has happened this week with Philip.
Philip and I decided to push him a bit harder this month. He has increased his activity levels. This is only temporary, but it's a tool he'll have in his back pocket forever.
We'll go back to his new normal soon, but for now we're pushing.
I won't show Philip's start and now photos, but in his words "I'm buzzing".
And how much weight has Philip lost?
A grand total of 600g - or 1.3lb in old money.
So what's the moral of the story?
The scales aren't your only sign of success.
How do the clothes fit? What are other people saying? How are your energy levels? What about your cholesterol or blood pressure? Libido?
Looking after yourself is NEVER a waste of time.
And this is how I coach.
I'm not telling you to target 1lb a week or dehydrate yourself for your mirror muscles to show more.
I'm giving you a sensible routine that works and tools to manage it going forward. You can turn it up and you can turn it down. You have flexibility. You have life.
I've got spaces this month to work with guys like Simon and Philip. Guys who want to make a change, but don't want to diet or go back to counting.
If this sounds like you, drop a comment below or book in a call with me, let's have a chat.
"The kids are off this week so I'll start next week"
So that's this week, but what about last week and the week before?
Marcus here had a son aged two and had just started his branding business.
Getting a business off the ground is tough and it took it's toll on Marcus.
He felt sluggish and it was starting to show.
He tried diets and exercise apps, but all were short lived. He couldn't focus on it. He had too much on already.
He kept telling himself he'll get it sorted when he has more time.
But then Marcus booked in a photoshoot. He wanted to get some good photos of him working, but after booking it, all he could think about was his midriff.
He put on his favourite suit and he knew didn't look the part. Disappointment set in. What impression would he be giving off of his business?
He knew he couldn't put it off any longer, he had to do something.
Marcus knew he needed a plan, he needed clarity and structure. Even more importantly he needed someone to take that pressure off
him.
We got to work and started to make some changes. I knew Marcus had a deadline, but even so, we stuck with the ethos, progress over perfection.
It worked. The weight was coming off, Marcus was starting to feel more energised and positive.
But a few weeks in, half a stone down, Marcus wanted more and he wanted it now.
Marcus came onto his call and suggested a huge change. I felt it was too much alongside work and family, but he was convinced.
A week later, his results continued to drop at the same rate.
On our call I could see the frustration in his face.
He talked and talked and I listened. All that effort, all that sacrifice and he'd got no further.
We scaled things back and Marcus trusted the process.
The shoot came, the suit fitted and Marcus felt fantastic.
Marcus got the end result he wanted and he did it alongside his business and raising his young son.
There is never a perfect time to take action. You will always have something coming up. Right now, it's the school holidays, then it'll be Halloween and before we know it, Christmas.
I've got one-to-one coaching spots available this month. DM me to see if we're a fit.