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THE WEEKLY CORE ~

Week 4: Balance

“I find a beautiful balance between who I am now and who I want to be.”

What does balance look like to you?

As mums, it can feel impossible to balance caring for the kids, doing a good job at work, nurturing relationships, and finding time for ourselves. I’ve realised there’s no such thing as perfect balance — life with small children ebbs and flows, and that’s okay.

Instead of chasing perfection, focus on those small shifts that bring a little more calm and space. Slow down when you can — the washing up can wait. Rest instead of tidying toys.

Lower your standards a notch: pop on Netflix for the kids so you can stretch for 15 minutes without someone climbing on you. And the toughest one — ask for help. Could someone take the kids to the park so you can move or rest? Swap playdates to carve out some time for yourself.

This week, ask yourself:

What can I let go of to create a little downtime?
Who could help lighten the load?
How can I slow down and restore balance?

Take this as your reminder to put your needs a little higher on the list.

Tune in to what would nurture you — then let something go and make space for you.

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Workout Menu

You’re on the home stretch… now is your moment to give it all you’ve got.

Week 4 Workouts are charged and ready for you, Core Queen! 👑💪🏼

Live Sessions

Week 1 Workouts

Week 2 Workouts

Week 3 Workouts

Week 4 Workouts

Session Focus

💖 Mobility Release: restorative exercises designed to release tension, increase range of movement and open the body up. A great one to start off the week!

🔥 Dynamic Strength: challenging full body flowing routines targeting abs, obliques, back and glutes.

🌊 Mobility Flow: flowing movement to unlock the spine from head to tail and improve flexibility in your hips & shoulders.

💪🏼 Mindful Strength: strength done slowly - holding poses and moving at half speed to focus on excellent form while we build strength

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Food for Thought

The 80/20 Principle

On the theme of balance — this week, I invite you to pay a little more attention to how you can include a range of nutritious foods in your diet without being restrictive or feeling guilty. I have found that keeping the 80/20 Principle in mind throughout the week gives me a flexible and sustainable way to maintain a healthy diet without being overly restrictive

What is it?

80% of the time, you eat nutritious, whole foods — think vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, whole grains, and healthy fats.
20% of the time, you allow yourself indulgences — this could be dessert, pizza, wine, or any food that might not fit the “healthy” label but brings you joy.

Why does it work?

No foods are off-limits, which reduces guilt and binge-eating.
It promotes long-term consistency rather than short-term perfection.
It aligns with real life — social events, birthdays, and cravings happen, while also keeping you mindful of what you’re consuming.

Examples in Practice:

If you eat 3 meals a day, that’s 21 meals a week. About 17 meals should be healthy, and the other 4 meals can include treats.
Alternatively you can think in terms of volume: 80% of your daily intake should come from nutrient-dense foods, and 20% can be more flexible.

Tips to Make it Work:

Plan your “indulgences” so you stay mindful, not impulsive.
Focus on portion control during the 20% i.e. a square of chocolate, not the whole bar!
Don’t try to “earn” your treats — the idea is balance, not punishment.

Click below for a couple of super-easy favourites - one 80% and a 20%

This Week's Recipe

(And something for the 20%) 😉