Over the past 12+ months, she’s been quietly (and consistently) smashing it – getting stronger, fitter, and lighter than she’s been in years. She’s down over 11kg, lost more than 17cm off her waist, and the only real problem we’re facing now is that her dumbbells just aren’t heavy enough anymore. She’s literally outgrown her weights. Someone get Argos on speed dial.

There’s no denying it, Pilates is having an absolute BOOM in the UK right now, as social media is flooded with beautiful humans performing all sorts of elegant movements in matching outfits, and new studios popping up on every high street, and prices are... well, let's say it’s not the cheapest hobby in town.

Let’s be honest, fitness is still heavily marketed towards the young, lean, and Insta polished. Scroll through social media or look at adverts for gyms and supplements, and you’ll mostly see twenty somethings bouncing around in Lycra, smiling with perfect teeth, telling you to “crush your goals” and “be the best version of yourself” (whatever that means).

Tracking fat loss shouldn't feel like a rollercoaster. So let’s simplify it. In this blog, we’ll guide you through realistic, practical ways to measure fat loss at home, with a quick nod to the fancy lab stuff, just in case you’re curious.

Discover why tracking calories burned during workouts may be doing more harm than good. Learn the pros and cons, hear Barbara's story, and get expert tips on focusing on nutrition and movement that truly support your weight loss and wellbeing goals.

“Frank, do these injections actually dissolve fat?” That’s the question that landed in my lap recently, and I’ll be honest, my jaw...