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‘Glutrition – Stick with Health and Nutrition.’ It is a place where I will post recipes, meal plans, health and wellness tips, and just a place to have some fun.

07/11/2025

Hot, sweaty fun in the gym.

YOU DIDN'T FAIL - YOU JUST PAUSED.So many people start their health or fitness journey with the best intentions...and th...
04/11/2025

YOU DIDN'T FAIL - YOU JUST PAUSED.

So many people start their health or fitness journey with the best intentions...and then life happens.

The week starts strong. You're feeling motivated, the meals are prepared, the goals are set - & then it hits.

⚡️A work deadline runs over.
🍟 "I'll just grab something quick" turns into takeaway three nights in a row.
😴 You skip the gym once because you're tired - and suddenly, it's been two weeks.

Sounds familiar? Trust me, i had been there soo many times in my past, so what I know for sure is

You're not alone.

You don't lose discipline - you just got busy being human.

I've coached many professionals, FIFO workers, & business owners who've said the same thing:

"I was doing so well, and then I blew it."

BUT here's what I remind them as i had to remind myself on countless occasions prior - you didn't fail, you just paused.

As I said before, I've been there too - times where I felt like I'd lost my rhythm, where the motivation that once came easy disappeared overnight.

I know what it feels like to have the best intentions, yet still let life, stress, or exhaustion take over.

But those pauses taught me something powerful - that starting again isn't weakness, it's RESILIENCE.

Life has seasons. Sometimes we're in flow, sometimes we're in survival mode, and that's ok.

Progress isn't about being perfect - it's about coming back after the pause.

That "pause" moment isn't the end - it's an invitation to start again, this time with more awareness.

Because when you start again:

- You realise small steps matter more than massive ones.

- You focus on what you CAN do, NOT what you missed.

- You stop chasing perfect & start building consistency.

Falling off track doesn't erase your progress - it just reminds you to refocus.

Every day you get back up is a WIN. Every time you make a better choice, you rebuild momentum.

So if you've fallen off recently - with your focus, your workouts, or your mindset (or all three) - take a breath.

You're not back at square one, you're simply picking up from where you left off.

Start small today. Drink extra water. Go for a walk. Cook one good meal.

That's how you get your rhythm back.

Comment RESTART if this hits home - and I'll share a few ways to rebuild your motivation after a setback without guilt or overwhelm.

FALLING DOWN ISN'T THE PROBLEM - STAYING DOWN IS.We all start with good intentions.You plan your meals. You promise your...
03/11/2025

FALLING DOWN ISN'T THE PROBLEM - STAYING DOWN IS.

We all start with good intentions.

You plan your meals. You promise yourself you'll hit the gym & then life does what it does best....it get's in the way.

- The work week blows up.
- You're travelling, on site, or running back-to-back meetings.
- Dinner turns into drive-through, workouts get skipped, & suddenly you're wondering where that motivation went.

Sounds familiar?

You're not lazy. You're not broken. You're just human.

I've coached enough FIFO workers, business owners, & professionals to know - the schedule, the pressure, the fatigue - it's relentless.

It's not a lack of willpower that knocks you down.

It's that life keep throwing punches before you've had time to recover.

HERE'S WHAT USUALLY HAPPENS:

⚡️You start strong on Monday.
😫 By Wednesday, the stress hits.
🍔 By Friday, the old habits creep back in.

The guilt arrives - that little voice saying, "You've failed AGAIN."

But falling down isn't failure. Staying down is.

Progress isn't about never slipping - it's about getting back up one more time than you fall.

Every time you choose the walk instead of the nap, the water instead of the soft drink, the balanced meal instead of takeaway - you're proving that the story isn't over yet.

I remind my clients:

- You don't need to be perfect, you need to be patient.

- You don't need to do more. You need to do what matters most, consistently.

- One bad meal doesn't undo your progress - giving up does.

So, if YOU have fallen off track lately - take a breath.

- Don't punish yourself.
- Just pick one small thing today that moves you forward.

- Drink your water. Eat something green. Go for a 10 - minute walk.
That's how momentum starts - quietly, imperfectly, but powerfully.

Because it was NEVER about avoiding the fall...
It's about finding the courage to rise again.

Comment GRACE if this hit home - and I'll share a few ways to rebuild confidence after a setback without guilt or pressure.

WHEN THE WEIGHT ISN'T JUST PHYSICAL.Sometimes, the heaviest weights we carry isn't around our waist - it's the one thing...
01/11/2025

WHEN THE WEIGHT ISN'T JUST PHYSICAL.

Sometimes, the heaviest weights we carry isn't around our waist - it's the one thing sitting on our mind.

I've spoken with so many people lately who feel STUCK.

They're busy, tired, & doing their best to hold it all together...but deep down, they're running on empty.

They'll say things like:
- "I can't seem to get my energy back."
- "I feel heavy, even when I'm not eating much."
- "I just don't feel like myself anymore."

TRUST ME I get it, I've seen it - and I've felt it too.

Because sometimes the problem isn't just what we're eating - it's what we're carrying.

Stress, sadness, overwhelm - they'll show up in the body eventually.

When we're under constant pressure, our body releases cortisol - that stress hormone that loves to hang around the midsection.

Add poor sleep, irregular meals, and emotional eating to the mix, & that "belly fat" everyone wants to lose becomes more than just a physical thing.

It's your body saying, "I'm under too much."

The truth is, most of us aren't lazy or undisciplined - we're just drained.

We're trying to manage work, family, expectations, & emotions all at once, & our body's just keeping score.

HERE'S WHAT I'VE LEARNED - & WHAT I SHARE WITH MY CLIENTS:

- Healing starts in the mind before it shows in the mirror.

- You don't need to "fix" yourself - you don't just need to start taking care of yourself again.

- Movement helps, not because it burns calories, but because it clears mental fog.

- Food isn't just fuel - it's medicine when you choose what nourishes you.

When you start calming your system - moving, eating better, sleeping more - things begin to shift.

Your thoughts get lighter.
Your body starts letting go.
Plus that "weight" - both mental & physical - starts to lift.

So if you're reading this & feeling like you've lost your spark, please know - you're not broken.

You're just tired & tired can be healed.

Start small. Drunk water. Go for the walk. Eat the meal that serves you.

One choice at a time - that's where change begins.

Comment LIGHTER if this resonated - & i'll share a few small, realistic ways to rebuild your energy & let go of both kinds of weight.

YOUR MIND IS THE STRONGEST MUSCLE YOU'LL EVER TRAIN!You can lift weights, run miles, & even do endless workouts - but if...
29/10/2025

YOUR MIND IS THE STRONGEST MUSCLE YOU'LL EVER TRAIN!

You can lift weights, run miles, & even do endless workouts - but if your mind isn't in the right place, progress will ALWAYS feel like a struggle.

I see it every week in my fitness & coaching work - people who won't change but feel mentally stuck.

They KNOW what to do.....BUT...can't seem to stay consistent.

And it's NOT because they're lazy - it's because life is loud.

Work, stress, family pressure, fatigue, you get me right?

Before long, the gym bag gathers dust, the meal prep slides, & that old voice returns saying, "you've failed AGAIN."

Sound familiar?

The truth is

Your body doesn't give up - your mind does.

It's the stories we tell ourselves that keep us stuck.

I work with many busy professionals - men and women in leadership, FIFO roles, business, and corporate life - who are smashing goals at work, but quietly losing the battle with THEMSELVES.

However, once the mindset was rebuilt - everything changed.

They learned that:
DISCIPLINE BEATS MOTIVATION - You won't always feel like it - but you'll always feel better after doing it.

👉 PROGRESS BEATS PERFECTION - Consistency compounds; you don't need to go all-in, you just need to stay in.

👉 ENERGY IS CREATED, NOT FOUND. The more you move, the more alive you feel.

👉 SELF-TALK SHAPES RESULTS. Speak to yourself like someone you're responsible for helping.

The mind controls the body - BUT the body also STRENGTHENS the mind.

Every workout you complete, every healthy choice you make, every time you show up when it's inconvenient - you're training your mindset to push through pressure, NOT to retreat from it.

That mindset doesn't just change your fitness - it transforms your life.
- Your work energy improves.
- Your confidence returns.
- Your stress tolerance rises.

Also - that stubborn belly fat starts to shift because your entire system is operating differently.

If you're stuck, start small - not because it's easy, but because it's possible

The strongest muscle you'll ever build isn't your arms or abs....it's between your ears.

Train it daily, & the rest will follow.

Comment STRONG MIND if this resonates - and i'll share 3 mindset tools I teach my clients to help them stay consistent & confident, even on the busier days.

FOOD IS FUEL, NOT FRUSTRATION.Yesterday, I had the pleasure of being part of the Snap Fitness Malaga Open Day - represen...
28/10/2025

FOOD IS FUEL, NOT FRUSTRATION.

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of being part of the Snap Fitness Malaga Open Day - representing as a Life Coach & Wellness Consultant, alongside my good friend, mentor & colleague Sharon, who's also an experienced Health Coach, Life Coach & Wellness Coach.

Together, we spent our time there connecting with members & having honest conversations about one of the most common (and confusing) topics in health - NUTRITION.

What stood out most was how many people are trying their best....but feel completely overwhelmed.

Between work stress, family life, & the endless noise of diets, meal plans, & social media advice - it's no wonder so many people feel stuck when it comes to food.

Most of the people we spoke with wanted the same thing:

💡More energy throughout the day.
💪Better control over cravings & belly fat.
😊 Clarity on what "healthy eating" actually means.

This is precisely what we helped them with - by going back to basics.

Here's what we shared throughout the day:
🍖 Protein - helps keep you full, supports muscle, & balance blood sugar.
🥑 Healthy Fats - Fuel your brain, hormones, & focus.
🫀Smart Carbs - give you energy when you choose whole, natural sources.
🥦 Veggies - provide fibre, vitamins, & help your body detox naturally.

When you build your meals with these in mind - you're not dieting, you're FUELING.

THIS IS KEY.
Because food should give you energy, NOT frustration.
It shouldn't drain you, make you guilty, or leave you guessing.

Once you learn how to eat for energy & balance your plate - everything else follows:
- Energy rises.
- Focus sharpens
- Belly fat starts to shift.
- You feel more in control.

💡 It was an amazing day of connection, laughter, & light bulb moments.

Seeing people walk away more informed, and confident about how to nourish their bodies reminded me exactly why I LOVE what I do - helping people simplify nutrition & reclaim their energy, one plate at a time.

A big thank you to Snap Fitness Malaga for having us, & to Sharon for her partnership, wisdom, & inspiration on the day.

Comment ENERGY if you'd love me to share the "Balanced Plate Formula" we walked members through simple, sustainable & perfect for busy people who want real results.

MOVE AWAY FROM THE BUFFET:Just because you can, doesn't mean you should.Me and my girlfriend attended a friends wedding ...
27/10/2025

MOVE AWAY FROM THE BUFFET:
Just because you can, doesn't mean you should.

Me and my girlfriend attended a friends wedding yesterday whereby we made a 'rookie' mistake...

The buffet was an 'all you can eat', & I took it as a personal challenge 🤣.

Plates were stacked, food was flowing and so accessible, & my girlfriend and I were having a great time, eating without guilt, having a great laugh about it - right up until the moment our stomachs started majorly protesting.

By the time we'd made it back to the table for "just one more round," it was clear: we had WELL & TRULY OVERDONE IT.

Later, as we were both clutching our bellies in pain, laughing at ourselves, & trying not to move, my girlfriend said something that stuck with me:

"Next time, we should stay away from the buffet."

Immediately I thought - wow, there's a life (and health) lesson right there.

Because isn't that exactly what so many of us do in daily life?

We overconsume - not because we're hungry, but because it's there.

Food, stress, alcohol, screens, work - we take more than we need, thinking it won't catch up - but eventually.....it does.

That's what belly fat often represents - not just overeating, but OVERLOADING.

Too much stress. Too little sleep. Too much sugar, caffeine, & convenience.

Your body isn't trying to punish you - it's just trying to cope..

I remind my clients all the time:
👉 You can't out-train a bad relationship with food or stress.
👉 You can't "buffet" your way through life & expect balance.
👉 You can enjoy yourself - but you've got to know when to step back.

Here's what helps me (and what I teach):
1) Don't eat unti you're stuffed.
2) Balance your meals with protein, veggies, & water.
3) When temptation's high, create distance - physically move away from the buffet table, literally & metaphorically.
4) Remember that saying "no" in the moment can mean saying "yes" to how good you'll feel later.

The truth is, enjoying food is one of life's great pleasures - but so is waking up with energy, confidence, & control.

Just remember, discipline isn't about restriction...it's about awareness.

Just because you can, doesn't mean you should - and sometimes, walking away is sometimes the most powerful thing you can do.

Comment BALANCE if you've ever had a "buffet" moment" of your own - & learned from it the hard ( & hilarious) way 😂.

"WHEN SUCCESS STARTS COSTING YOU YOUR HEALTH."Success looks great on the outside - but it can quietly cost you everythin...
25/10/2025

"WHEN SUCCESS STARTS COSTING YOU YOUR HEALTH."

Success looks great on the outside - but it can quietly cost you everything on the inside.

I see it all the time.

Driven professionals - Leaders, FIFO workers, CEO's, Executives, business owners - chasing goals, managing teams, hitting targets....but behind the scenes, they're running on empty.

YOU START TO NOTICE THE SIGNS:
- Constant fatigue, even after a "good" night's sleep.
🍔 Quick, on-the-go meals that leave you bloated and/or sluggish.
🧠 Brain fog during meetings.
😴 Sleepless nights, followed by early starts.
👖A belt that needs loosening, a shirt that doesn't fit like it used to.

That stubborn belly fat you've been ignoring? It's not just about food.

It's the physical evidence of STRESS, INFLAMMATION, & NEGLECT

Your body is quietly keeping score of the LIFESTYLE that's built around performance, not wellness.

HERE'S THE TRUTH:

You can't keep trading your health for success & expect to win long term.

High performance requires high recovery.

Your body isn't a machine - it's a system that needs maintenance.

I've worked with many professionals who finally admitted that success had stopped feeling successful.

They looked the part, but didn't feel it anymore, & when I helped them rebuild their routine - movement, nutrition, sleep, stress management - everything changed.

Let's be real though, it's not simple, it does require, dedication, commitment, consistency, resilience and that willing to pick yourself up and get going again when you slip up, which is perfectly normal, and that's where i flourish, as I can TOTALLY relate, and know how to help you reach your goals in spite of the bumps in the road along the way.

They realised:
1) They didn't just lose belly fat - they regained mental clarity.

2) They didn't just improve fitness - they improved focus & productivity.

3) They didn't just LOOK better, they LED better.

Because true success isn't what you achieve when you're burnt out...
it's what you sustain when your mind & body work together.

You can have the career & the health - but only if you stop waiting for things to "slow down" before taking action.

Comment BALANCE if this message hits home - and i'll share the exact framework I teach busy professionals to reclaim energy, confidence, & control without sacrificing their success.

YOU DON'T NEED PERFECT - YOU NEED PROGRESS!!Let's be honest...Most people don't start because they're waiting for the pe...
22/10/2025

YOU DON'T NEED PERFECT - YOU NEED PROGRESS!!

Let's be honest...
Most people don't start because they're waiting for the perfect time.

The perfect day, perfect energy, perfect weather, perfect motivation.

Here's the truth - perfection doesn't exist.

What gets results isn't perfection - It's progress.

Every week in my HIIT classes, I see everyday people - busy professionals, parents, FIFO workers, students - walking in tired, stressed, & unsure if they've got anything left in the tank.

And yet....they show up anyway.

That's where transformation begins - not in some future "perfect moment", but RIGHT THERE, in the messy middle of real life.

Because progress looks like this:
- You show up even when you don't feel like it.
- You push through "one more round" when your brain says STOP!
- You choose water over another coffee.
- You swap one processed meal for something real.
- You focus on how you FEEL, not just what the scales say.

HERE'S WHAT HAPPENS NEXT:
- Your energy starts coming back.
- Your confidence rebuilds.
- That stubborn belly fat starts to shift.
- Also you realise - it was NEVER about being perfect - it was about being consistent.

Every rep, every sweat drop, every small win compounds.

Your body changes, yes - but so does your mindset.

You stop chasing quick fixes & start building habits that LAST.

You stop comparing yourself to others & start competing with who you were last week.

You stop thinking "I'll start Monday" & start saying, "I'm already in motion."

Whether your goal is to lose weight, drop belly fat, get stronger, or simply feel more alive again - remember this:

Progress doesn't ask you to be perfect - it simply asks you show up.

You don't have to crush EVERY workout - you just have to keep coming back.

Fitness IS NOT about punishment - it's about possibility & the moment you choose progress over perfection, everything starts to change.

Comment "PROGRESS" if this hit home - & let's keep building momentum, one session at a time.

THE FIFO FITNESS FORMULA: Win the Health Game Away From Home.FIFO life builds grit - but it can quietly build belly fat ...
21/10/2025

THE FIFO FITNESS FORMULA: Win the Health Game Away From Home.

FIFO life builds grit - but it can quietly build belly fat too.

Long shifts. Camp meals. Sleep disruption. Missing family. It's a perfect storm for stress, poor food, & low energy.

Typical pain points I hear:
🍔 "Food at camp is heavy & greasy."
🍹 "Energy drinks keep me going."
😴 "When I'm home, I just crash."

Here's the FIFO Formula that's worked for my clients:

1) FUEL FIRST. Go protein - fat - carbs. Eggs, chicken, fish, nuts, veggies.

2) HYDRATE HARD. 2-3L of water daily. Dehydration = false hunger.

3) MOVE DAILY. 15 min body-weight workout = fat burner on the road.

4) RECOVER PROPERLY. Rest on R&R - not just "drink & collapse."

5) MINDSET SHIFT. Your body is your career insurance policy.

Once they apply this, FIFO men report more energy, better sleep & less belly bloat - even on site.

You don't need a fancy gym or a perfect schedule.

You just need a plan that works with your lifestyle, not against it.

Comment STRONG if you're ready to take charge of your health on-site and at home.

The Leadership Paradox - You Manage Everyone Else but Not Yourself.You can manage deadlines, teams, & million dollar pro...
21/10/2025

The Leadership Paradox - You Manage Everyone Else but Not Yourself.

You can manage deadlines, teams, & million dollar projects - yet when it comes to managing your own health, things somehow slip through the cracks.

I've coached Team Leaders, Senior Managers, FIFO Workers and more who excel with problem solving for everyone else.

They make tough calls, lead under pressure, & carry responsibility that would crush most people - but privately, they admit they feel out of shape, out of energy, & out of control when it comes to their wellbeing.

It doesn't happen overnight. It creeps in slowly:
1) Mid-afternoon energy crashes.
2) Skipped meals or living off takeaway.
3) Long hours glued to screens.
4) Sleep that feels more like survival than rest.
5) A shirt that fits tighter every month.

That's the leadership paradox - being in control professionally, but quietly falling behind physically.

You can't lead others effectively when your body is running on fumes. You can't make strong decisions when your energy's flat.

You can't pour into others from an empty tank.

What separates great leaders from exhausted ones isn't talent - it's SELF-LEADERSHIP.

Here's what that looks like:

- FUEL LIKE A LEADER. Real food, consistent meals, enough protein, hydration and less processed junk.

- MOVE DAILY. Even 20 minutes of intentional movement sharpens your mind more than another coffee EVER will.

- PROTECT RECOVERY. Sleep, breathwork, downtime - they're not luxuries, they're performance tools.

- MASTER YOUR MINDSET. Stop seeing health as something "extra" - it's your greatest business advantage.

When you take ownership of your health, you don't just lose belly fat - you gain clarity, focus, & presence.

You show up sharper in meetings, calmer under stress (meeting deadlines etc), & calmer at home with family.

Your team/colleagues doesn't just need your leadership - they need your example.

STRONG LEADERSHIP STARTS WITH STRONG HEALTH.

Comment LEAD if you're wanting to take back control of your body, your energy, & your edge.

FOOD ISN'T THE ENEMY - IT'S THE SOLUTION.I truly enjoy cooking and trying new recipes, but my "achilles heel" was time, ...
14/10/2025

FOOD ISN'T THE ENEMY - IT'S THE SOLUTION.

I truly enjoy cooking and trying new recipes, but my "achilles heel" was time, which heavily impacted & influenced what & when I ate.

Let's be honest...
Most busy professionals don't have a "willpower problem."

They have a SYSTEM PROBLEM - & it typically starts with food.

Trust me, I get it.

When your day begins at 5 a.m & doesn't stop until late, eating well feels impossible.

You grab what's convenient, skip meals, & tell yourself you'll "start fresh Monday."

I used to so the same - and my belly fat was proof.
It wasn't about laziness; it was about survival.

Between work, stress, & exhaustion, food became an afterthought.

But here's what most busy professionals tend to overlook:

What you eat directly affects how you think, lead, & perform.

Your body can't operate at CEO level on employee-level nutrition.

Here's what's really going on 👇

- You're skipping meals - your blood sugar crashes - your body stores fat.

- You rely on caffeine - it spikes cortisol - you stay wired, not focused.

- You unwind with alcohol - sleep quality drops - metabolism slows.

Your body isn't against you, it's trying to protect you.

When I finally stopped chasing perfection & started fuelling for performance & productivity, everything changed.

1) I swapped convenience food for quick, clean meals that worked around my schedule.

2) I increase my protein & hydration.

3) I stopped punishing myself with diets & started nourishing myself with purpose, & guess what?

The belly fat started melting - not because I starved myself, but because I finally gave my body what it needed.

So if you're a busy executive, FIFO worker, or professional who feels stuck....start by fixing your food.

You don't need to eat less - you need to eat right.

Comment "NUTRITION" if this resonates with you.

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Hey my name is Carlton or also known as ‘Mr Positive’. As an experienced Social Worker I have dedicated my life to serving other people. I’ve also had a passion for health and fitness and at the age of 51 I’ve decided to take a career change. As a health coach student I have started this page to continue supporting people in improving their life, but with health.

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