Lorna Marie Fitness Blogs

Why evenings feel so hard and how to break the habit loop

You’ve had a good day. You’ve stuck to your routine, ticked things off your list and finally got to the evening which is often the only time that feels like.

The Best Classes for Weight Loss & Does Workout Timing Actually Matter?

If you have ever found yourself staring at a gym timetable wondering which sessions will actually move the needle on your goals, you are not alone. It is one of.

Why We Self-Sabotage Our Fitness Just As Results Start Showing

There is a very specific stage in a fitness journey that I see so many women reach and when they do it can feel confusing frustrating and at times quite.

Is High-Intensity Exercise Bad for Perimenopausal Women?

If you spend any time on social media right now, you will probably have seen people saying that women in perimenopause should stop doing high intensity exercise. The message often.

Why Your Body Feels Different in Your 40s and What To Do Instead of Just Doing More Cardio

If your body feels different lately, you are not imagining it. You have not suddenly lost willpower.You have not become lazy.You have not “let yourself go”. There are real physiological.

How Many Workouts a Week Is Actually Enough?

“How many workouts per week should I be doing?” This is one of the most common questions I get (and for a good reason right? We want to maximise our.

Losing Motivation, Beginner Weights and Waking at 3am

This week, we did a episode. The questions were SO good and so varied. The kind of questions that could honestly be a whole episode on their own. We covered.

Can Stress Stop You From Losing Weight?

Can Stress Stop You From Losing Weight? It’s a question I hear a lot from women doing all the “right” things: “I’m exercising, eating well, but I just can’t shift.

Intermittent Fasting: Does It Actually Work?

Intermittent fasting is a topic that comes up a lot. It is widely researched, but also highly controversial. The research is quite conflicted at the moment, so there are a.

How to Fit Fitness, Food & Sleep Around Your Busy Life (Without Losing Your Mind)

😴 Struggling with waking in the middle of the night?⏱️ Not sure when the best time to work out is for your busy schedule?🍫 Wondering how you can enjoy sweet.

Do You Need to Track Calories to Lose Weight… or Is It Actually Making Things Harder?

This question comes up all the time. Especially at this time of year. You’ve maybe downloaded MyFitnessPal, or another tracking app, with the best intentions. A fresh start. A desire.

6 Week 2026 Challenge

First of all, thank you.If you’re reading this right now, that already says so much about where you’re at. It tells me you’re thinking seriously about your health and fitness.

Fallen Off the Fitness Wagon? Here is How to Get Back on Track

The Christmas holidays are now over and maybe your fitness routine has fully taken a back seat. It happens! Between all the social events, indulgent food and cosy evenings, it’s.

Starting 2026 Right! Lorna Marie Fitness BBC Radio Nottingham Interview

I had so much fun chatting with BBC Radio Nottingham about how to start the year on the right foot. 🎉 We talked about: 💜 Why tiny, realistic habits stick.

Inflammation: What It Really Is, Why It’s Everywhere Right Now and What Actually Helps

Inflammation feels like it’s having a real moment right now. It’s everywhere online, often wrapped up in buzzwords, special diets and detox promises. But inflammation itself isn’t the enemy. In.

Annual Lorna Marie Fitness Food Bank Drive Success

🎄 Annual Lorna Marie Fitness Food Bank Drive 🎄 Just over a third of a tonne donated. Enough food for 600 meals for local families! What a way to round.

How Busy Women Can Get a Head Start on Their Fitness Goals Before 2026

As the year winds down and the festive season ramps up, it is easy to fall into the trap of thinking, “I’ll start fresh in January.” Or, “I’ll enjoy the.

How Exercise Affects Hormones: A Guide for Busy Mums Doing Online Fitness Classes

Being a busy mum is a full-time job and finding time for exercise can sometimes… feel impossible. But the right workouts do more than make you fitter; they directly influence.

Short On Time? Here’s What You Should Be Focusing On

Finding time to exercise when you’re juggling work, kids and life can feel impossible. If you’re short on time, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking: “If I.

The Real Reason You Should Be Doing Pilates and Yoga

If you’ve ever thought “Pilates is just for core/ toning and yoga is just stretching/ meditation”, I’m about to change your mind… These two practices are not “add-ons” to your.

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