Client Q&A 4th July: Eating out, tough love, family friendly high protein meals, why am I not losing weight, heatwaves, increasing your protein intake without turning into a chicken
Want to be coached by us? Enquire now www.fitfemaleproject.com or follow us on Instagram @fitfemaleproject Antoinette How do you manage high-protein meals with a big family and young kids?Ros If I’m not sore after a workout, does it mean I didn’t work hard enough?Laura G I’ve not worked out this week and my steps are low—should I lower my calories?MarieDoes eating too much protein cause weight gain like carbs and fat?HelenI have a fancy dinner coming up—should I track calories or just enjoy it?CarolShould I do my workouts on holiday or adapt them? And do we always move to a new phase every 6 weeks?AmyAny tips for losing weight during perimenopause?JoeI struggle with macros unless I eat loads of chicken—any tips? And what should I do on holiday?Laura SIs it normal for weight loss to slow down and fluctuate when I eat out more?ShannonHow do I cook for my husband when I’m tracking? I feel bad giving him the same portions as me.SineadFor banded side steps, is it better to use a tighter band with small steps or a looser band with bigger steps?AnnabelHow can I hit my step goal? I’ve been more sedentary lately.JadeI only feel lower body workouts in my thighs—how can I activate my glutes better?VictoriaWhat’s better for step-ups—heavier weights with a lower step or lighter weights with a higher step?Sarah-JaneIs it OK to pause briefly during a set if I can’t finish all reps in one go?EmilieWhat back exercises can I do at home without gym machines?Megan JHow can I hit my protein goal without protein powder or eating a lot of meat?Rachel OIs it OK to swap bicep curls for hammer curls? My wrist clicks with bicep curls.Anna CWhy do I get neck and shoulder pain during upper body exercises? Is it my form or weight?Laura RI’m below my goal weight—how do I come out of my calorie deficit safely?BecksyCan I do two workouts in one day if I have extra time?ChristineWhat should I do in a heatwave? It’s too hot to eat or train!Kirsty HHow do I track food at friends’ houses or social events when I don’t know the calories?Heather DShould I track when eating out, or is it OK to just be mindful?Kate PI’m on week 2 and haven’t lost much weight—what can I do better?
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Chelsea's honest 6 week summer tone-up experience
Want to be coached by us? Follow us on Instagram @fitfemaleproject or head to the website www.fitfemaleproject.com This episode is the honest truth behind Chelsea's 6 week summer tone- up. If you've been off, stuck, or like you just need to feel good again- this ones for you. You can turn it around and this episode will help you believe that.
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Client Q&A 27th June: Pilates for abs, period and sugar cravings, holiday advice, lack of sleep, does one ‘bad day’ matter? & more
Want to be coached by us? Visit www.fitfemaleproject.com or check out our instagram @fitfemaleproject to enquire about our coaching options.Marie – Can I use Pilates reformer for ab work instead of separate sessions?Ellie – How do I manage painful periods and weight fluctuations without derailing progress?Annabel – What are the best foods to eat in Greece? Are feta salads okay?Evangeline – Do I include bar weight when logging weights in the app?Kim – Is a non-protein bedtime snack okay if I hit my macros?Sarah G – Does one bad day ruin the whole week?Laura – How badly does going over calories one day affect progress?Liana – Is it okay to double up ab workouts or combine with cardio? Also struggling with hitting macros.Amy B – Can I switch between 3- and 4-day gym splits?Ashley – How do I deal with negative comments about being on the program?Hazel – Not feeling cable ab crunches; okay to lean on a wall for toe dips?Carol – Eat before workouts? Squat/lunge form? Dropping weight mid-set? How to pose for progress pics?Rachel Orchard – Plateauing and struggling to get steps in WFH — tips?Laura R – Struggling with sugar cravings around period — any tips?Jade – What are some good low-fat snack options?Emily P – Do steps count if walking on the spot? What food to buy in Malta?Shannon – Which gym bars to use for which exercises?Melissa – Can I go over calories for a date night or should I save cals?Kirsty – How much does lack of sleep affect weight loss?Megan J – Best low cal/fat-free salad dressings to help hit fat macro?
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Client Q&A 27th June: Pilates or gym? Periods and weight fluctuations without derailing progress? What to eat on holiday?How much does lack of sleep affect weight loss? And more....
Want to be coached by us? Visit www.fitfemaleproject.com or check out our insta @fitfemaleproject to enquire about our coaching options.Marie – Can I use Pilates reformer for ab work instead of separate sessions?Ellie – How do I manage painful periods and weight fluctuations without derailing progress?Annabel – What are the best foods to eat in Greece? Are feta salads okay?Evangeline – Do I include bar weight when logging weights in the app?Kim – Is a non-protein bedtime snack okay if I hit my macros?Sarah G – Does one bad day ruin the whole week?Laura – How badly does going over calories one day affect progress?Liana – Is it okay to double up ab workouts or combine with cardio? Also struggling with hitting macros.Amy B – Can I switch between 3- and 4-day gym splits?Ashley – How do I deal with negative comments about being on the program?Hazel – Not feeling cable ab crunches; okay to lean on a wall for toe dips?Carol – Eat before workouts? Squat/lunge form? Dropping weight mid-set? How to pose for progress pics?Rachel Orchard – Plateauing and struggling to get steps in WFH — tips?Laura R – Struggling with sugar cravings around period — any tips?Jade – What are some good low-fat snack options?Emily P – Do steps count if walking on the spot? What food to buy in Malta?Shannon – Which gym bars to use for which exercises?Melissa – Can I go over calories for a date night or should I save cals?Kirsty – How much does lack of sleep affect weight loss?Megan J – Best low cal/fat-free salad dressings to help hit fat macro?
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Client Q&A 20th June: Scale weight frustration, tips for meal prepping, keeping on track throughout the week, late-night eating & more
Want to be coached by us? Visit www.fitfemaleproject.com or DM us on instagram @fitfemaleproject to enquire!Client questions in order:1. CarolNo change on scale/pics — OK to do HIIT? 3 vs 4-day split?2. AmyToo late to snack at 10:30pm?3. TaraHip sore in mornings — stretch ideas?4. AngelaHow to stay consistent all week?5. Laura SRecipe book or Insta page recs?6. Laura GQuick, prep-ahead breakfast ideas?7. ShannonHow are calorie targets set?8. Sarah (1)Meal prep tips with no evening/weekend time?9. Sarah (2)Switching to 3 full-body — start Phase 3 or 1?10. Emily PCable vs dumbbell — big difference?11. Anna CDropped 1kg — why no more progress?12. AnnabelHow to hit steps in the heat?
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