Ruth Collett Health Coaching

29/03/2026

When “I should go to the gym” meets “I’m actually exhausted”
Today was supposed to be a gym day.
But I wasn’t feeling it.

That internal tug‑of‑war:
“I must go or I’m letting myself down”
vs.
“I’m tired, something feels off.”

For years, that first voice always won.
Push harder.
Do it anyway.
If you dont you will be poorly.

But today unfolded differently.
As the day went on, and the gym had already closed, I realised something important:

Maybe it doesn’t have to be all or nothing?
Maybe there’s another way?

So I moved my body at home.
Nothing too structured.
A few tunes, responding to how my body wanted to move.
A few bits from the workout I’d planned, not the full weights or reps,
just what felt right for me today.
A long stretch in child’s pose because it felt so good.

And I noticed how strong the inner critical voice was but realised ...

This wasn’t me “failing” to go to the gym.

This was me choosing to tune into my body

Self‑trust over self‑pressure.

When was the last time you listened to what your body really needed?

28/03/2026

It’s never too late to support your immune system

Hay fever is essentially your immune system overreacting to something harmless, pollen.

So it makes sense to start thinking now about the small lifestyle shifts that could help you feel more resilient in the months ahead.

Medication absolutely helps.

But from what I see every spring in pharmacy, it doesn’t always make symptoms disappear completely.

So what if we looked beyond the prescription?

What if, alongside your medication, you started making gentle, realistic changes that support your whole system, not just your symptoms?

Changes that help you move from surviving the season…
to actually living through it.

Sometimes the simplest steps make the biggest difference.

25/03/2026

If you had to start improving your health with just one thing

Walking could be a strong contender .......

No cost
No pressure
No complicated plan

Just
✅movement
✅ fresh air
✅ space to think

It’s time to start thinking beyond the prescription.

What can you do alongside your medication to move toward the life you want?

Sometimes the simplest things are exactly what work.

22/03/2026

Sometimes stepping back gives you the space to see things more clearly.

This past year I’ve been rethinking what health really means…

Not more rules, not more pressure, just something that fits into real life.

And more often than not, it starts with something simple like getting outside and walking.

No big changes. Just small steps that actually stick.

How could your life change if you gave yourself the space to see things more clearly ?

22/08/2025

Managing your lung condition isn’t just about medication......there’s so much more.

Pharmacy taught me the power of medicine.

Life taught me its not the full story .

This lung health pie chart shows the bigger picture.
✅Nutrition
✅Rest
✅Managing stress /thoughts
✅Movement

It’s time to go beyond the prescription.
get my FREE LUNG HEALTH WORKBOOK to get started

🤜reclaim your life,
🤜move from surviving to thriving

19/08/2025

Your Breath Is Talking ..... Are You Listening?

When you live with a chronic lung condition, your breath becomes more than automatic.

It becomes a messenger.

✅Tightness in the chest?
✅ Racing thoughts?
✅Shallow breathing during stress?

These aren’t just symptoms , they’re signals.

Your body is trying to communicate.

Through my own journey and that of my patients, I’ve learned that awareness is the first step toward change.

Not control. Not perfection. Just noticing.

In my Lung Health Workbook, I guide you through simple prompts to help you:

✅Tune into your breath
✅Recognize stress patterns
✅Respond with compassion, not fear or guilt

You don’t need fancy tools or perfect routines.

You just need a moment to pause and listen.

CURIOUS?
✅Download my workbook here
https://ruthcolletthealthcoaching.co.uk/free-resources (check junk mail for confirmation email )
✅ I'd,love to hear from you, drop me a mesage to let me know how you get on

16/08/2025

Feeling Overwhelmed Living with a Lung Condition? Start Here...

👉Not sure where to begin?
👉Confused about which product to buy, which supplement to trust,

You’re not alone.

There’s so much noise out there, shiny, fast, fashionable solutions promising instant results.

But here’s the truth:

There is no quick fix.

Real change , especially with chronic lung conditions, doesn’t come from trendy hacks.

It comes from the boring, basic, consistent things we do every day.

Like:
✅Nourishing your body with whole foods
✅Getting enough rest
✅ Breathing with awareness
✅Pacing your energy
✅Listening to your thoughts and noticing how they affect your body
✅Observing the little things — without fear or shame
✅Moving your body in a way that feels good to you

What you put in, nutritionally, emotionally, energetically, affects what you get out.

If you’re ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building a foundation that lasts, my Lung Health Workbook is a gentle place to begin.

It’s not flashy. It’s not overwhelming.

It’s reflective, practical, and designed to help you reconnect with your body — one step at a time.

✅https://ruthcolletthealthcoaching.co.uk/free-resources ( make sure you check your junk mail for the confirmation email)

I'd love to hear from you....

❓What’s one “basic” you’ve been overlooking lately?
❓Whats one step you could make this week to imprive this ?

15/08/2025

11/08/2025

WHY I INCLUDE OMEGA -3s IN MY DIET TO SUPPORT MY ASTHMA.

As a pharmacist and respiratory health coach, I’m always looking for ways to support my health, not just for today, but for the long term.

Living with asthma means I’m constantly exploring strategies to reduce inflammation and strengthen my lungs.

There are endless possibilities, but one area I’ve been intentionally working on is nutrition and increasing my intake of omega-3 fatty acids has become a key part of that.

Omega-3s have well-documented anti-inflammatory properties and can support lung function.

For me, this was a missing piece in my diet and I’ve been making small, sustainable changes to fix it.

Here’s what I’ve done:

✅I add flaxseeds or chia seeds to my porridge and overnight oats.
✅ I snack on walnuts and other omega-3-rich nuts.
✅I make a conscious effort to include oily fish, like salmon or mackerel each week — even though the rest of my family won’t eat it!

It’s not perfect, and I’m still working on it. But these small shifts are part of a bigger commitment: to nourish my body, reduce inflammation, and model the kind of care I encourage in the clients I support.

If you’re living with asthma or another chronic lung condition, know that you’re not alone , and that change doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It starts with one intentional choice at a time.

✅Book a free discovery call to explore how I can support you on your journey, from surviving to thriving.
https://ruthcolletthealthcoaching.co.uk/book-free-discovery-call

✅Get yout FREE LUNG HEALTH WORKBOOK designed to get you thinking about changes you can make.
https://ruthcolletthealthcoaching.co.uk/free-resources

❓What’ one source of omega 3 you could include in your diet this week ?
❓What’s holding you back?
❓What might help you take that first step?

10/08/2025

Working as a pharmacist, I’ve seen countless people rely solely on medication to manage their conditions and improve their quality of life.

And while medication is vital — it’s only one part of the picture.

You can affect your health far more than you may realise.

But that’s not something I was taught at university.

It was my own health journey , living with chronic fatigue syndrome and navigating asthma/ bronchiectasis, that made me take a step back.

I started asking deeper questions:

• What else supports healing?
• What role do rest, nutrition, and mindset play?
• Why do we overlook the basics?

That reflection led me to train as a health coach.

Not to replace medicine, but to complement it.

To help individuals reconnect with their bodies, build sustainable habits, and feel empowered in their own care.

Message me for more info or book a FREE discovery call
https://ruthcolletthealthcoaching.co.uk/book-free-discovery-call

True wellbeing goes beyond diet and exercise.

A whole-person approach to health includes sleep, stress, relationships, work-life balance, and mindset.

Health coaches help individuals see how these elements are interconnected - and how small, consistent changes can create ripple effects across every area of life.

When one area improves, others often follow.

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