MelonXfitness Mind Body Nutrition

14/10/2025

08/10/2025

That ache in your lower back might be more than just tight muscles.

It could be hormonal….

During your cycle (or through perimenopause), your body releases hormone-like chemicals called prostaglandins.

These help the uterus contract but when produced in excess, they can also trigger inflammation and cramping in your lower back, hips, and thighs, especially if there’s an existing weakness or tension in the area.

Supporting your body through these hormonal shifts can make a huge difference.

Try some of these😉

💚 Warm Epsom salt baths or a heat pack
💚 Gentle yoga & mobility training
💚 Anti-inflammatory foods, ginger & turmeric
💚 Herbal teas & restorative rest

Some small daily habits to incorporate that calm inflammation and support mobility, recovery & help you feel so much better. 👌🏻

30/09/2025

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11/09/2025

Lots of props in today’s Mobility & Stretch session!

We worked through our hamstrings, shoulders & core today.

Areas that often feel tight and restricted in movement. Improving mobility in these spots helps with reducing stiffness & pain.

This then helps us to more freely in our daily life 👌🏻

We wrapped things up with calming stretches & yin poses.

The perfect way to reset the body and mind. 🌿💆‍♀️

08/09/2025

Meet Murphy 🐾

My daughter’s gorgeous little Corgi pup!

Whenever they visit, he fills our home with so much joy, laughter, and cheeky energy.

He’s quickly become our little “grand fur-baby” and we couldn’t love him more.

If you say this is the only grandbaby we get .bradfield & , we’re pretty happy it’s Murphy 💕

07/09/2025

Yesterday was all about celebrating the strong, supportive, and loving dads who do it all. Big love to my husband — the strongest (and sweetest) dad we know 💙

And to my own dad, who is living with Lewy body dementia, you are and always will be my hero. Your strength looks different now, but it’s no less inspiring.

Forever grateful to be your daughter 💙🦋

03/09/2025

Today’s Tip:

Prioritise Protein 🍳

Want more energy, balanced hormones, and support with weight loss? Make protein the star of your meals.

Protein helps:
✅ Support lean muscle (so important during perimenopause & menopause)
✅ Boost bone health & reduce osteoporosis risk
✅ Stabilise blood sugar to avoid energy crashes
✅ Speed up recovery after workouts
✅ Support skin, hair, nails & immune health
✅ Aid weight loss by keeping you fuller for longer & boosting metabolism

Add protein-rich foods like eggs, lean meats, fish, Greek yoghurt, beans, or protein powder to every meal and feel the difference.

What’s your favourite protein source? 👇

28/08/2025

The studio is all set for our mobility stretch class this afternoon 🧘‍♀️✨

This is your time to slow down, release tightness, and recharge.

Mobility work not only helps reduce stiffness but also makes your workouts stronger and safer. 💪🍉

27/08/2025

Spent last Sunday with friends & my little brother playing some lawn bowls. We laughed way too much and maybe got a bit competitive 🤭

It reminded me that movement doesn’t always have to be a workout in the gym. It can be as simple as getting outside, trying something new, and having fun with the people you love. 💛

That’s exactly what I encourage at MelonXfitness: finding ways to move that feel good, enjoyable, and keep you coming back for more.

👉 What’s your favourite way to stay active outside of the gym?