I’ve been a gym junkie since I was 16, and I’ve been doing Judo since I was 4. This led to me doing other Martial Arts like, Karate, Kung Fu and Jujitsu.
So when I fell pregnant with my son in 2008, I was worried I’d lose my physique and never get it back again. This was a big fear for me as I’d watched my mum yoyo diet for so many years, and I vowed never to have to do that.
The Challenge
Both times I was pregnant I gained over 3 stone. I’d been told it was normal to gain about 2 stone, but having a nutrition background, I knew it wasn’t a good idea to deprive my body whilst trying to grow a small human. Thankfully I was lucky enough to have easy pregnancies and natural births, meaning my body was quick to recover.
I was given the all clear at 6 weeks to go back to the gym and martial arts, albeit taking it easy to start with. I was sensible and listened to the advice, and built up slowly.
The Solution
Throughout the pregnancies I tried to eat as healthy as possible in hope of giving each baby the best possible chance in life. Naturally this helped my journey back to full fitness.
Once they were born and I’d finished breast feeding, I made it my mission to lose the baby weight sustainably, but within the first year to ensure I didn’t open myself up to any long term illnesses.
I stuck to a healthy eating plan, but did not restrict my diet at all. My body was still recovering, so it needed every ounce of goodness I could give it. By staying consistent, keeping my nutrients high and combining some exercise, I managed to lose the excess weight in 10 months both times.
The Results
I regained my body confidence after both pregnancies and managed to get my physique back to a good level which I was very proud of.
In 2019 I partnered with Herbalife Nutrition after I achieved an incredible result myself. I was suffering with chronic anaemia and felt really low, tired and breathless. I started the products, and within 3 days, my energy levels were through the roof and I had amazing mental clarity.
Now I feel better than ever. I have incredible energy, great skin and I’m enjoying my sports more than ever. I make it my mission to be a present and active part in my children’s lives, and am looking forward to good health as I age.
Bring it on!!
