14/05/2026
My input on Mental Health Awareness Week !
Mental health impacts so many of our lives whether that be directly or indirectly.
I spent years struggling with my mental health and just not feeling like I was enough !
The story is long and it’s very sad but I feel it really was the making of me.
It means I can relate to many, I can hold space for others and I will never allow myself to slip back.
If anything starts to change and I feel the clouds coming in , I either change the situation or I take my foot off the gas and fill my cup.
As a health and fitness coach I feel I have a voice to share my opinion on what I believe.
The fitness industry has a negative part to play when it comes to people struggling with their mental health.
Social media is full of influencers and others glorifying unrealistic expectations. Some people seem to swop one unhealthy behaviour for another.
Using fitness as a form or punishment and dieting so hard to the point your menstrual cycle is impacted , criticising yourself and every inch of skin , feeling less than and not allowing yourself to be truly happy is a waste of time and energy. But most importantly can damage your mentally and physically…
To every woman out there please believe me when I say in these photos in my bikini I was unhappy , I had no interest in anything, I felt unattractive and had little confidence.
I was training twice a day most days , I was hungry and very strict with my food intake .
I was weak , tired and sad .
The photos now I am strong , fit , I can run a half marathon and enjoy it , I have a few pints now and again and I love my hot chocolate before bed!
I am
Capable !
It starts with you , begin loving yourself a little more each day and reach out and speak when you can .
selflove