Sometimes the biggest barrier to getting fitter isn’t physical — it’s the one in your head. Over the last few days I’ve trained in busy gyms, shared a crowded swimming lane and even run surrounded by athletes. Nobody cared what I was doing, and eventually neither did I. I’m learning that exercise doesn’t just build physical fitness; every session builds confidence, resilience and the mental strength to keep showing up.
GLP-1 weight-loss medication is changing the way many people approach weight loss, but it still comes with plenty of stigma. I considered it myself, but ultimately chose a different route. This isn’t about the “right” or “wrong” way to lose weight—it’s about finding the approach that works for you and, hopefully, building something that lasts.
Well, it’s been a little while since my previous update — two weeks, in fact — and quite a lot has happened. I started this blog to document my attempt to shift my spark: to move some of the energy…
Over the last few days I’ve found myself thinking less about the finish line and more about the next step. When you’re trying to make a significant change to your health, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the scale of…
It’s been a little while since I’ve written anything here. Life has a habit of doing that. You can be riding a wave of momentum, building healthy routines and making steady progress, only for something unexpected to come along and…
Yesterday, we did something that, not too long ago, would have felt far beyond our reach. As a family, we completed a 93-kilometre charity cycle ride. Twenty-four riders set out together, with a real mix of cycling experience, fitness levels,…
Last week didn’t unfold quite how I’d planned. After getting a solid cycle in on Monday, the rest of the week was swallowed up by an overseas work trip. Early starts, long days, and the usual travel constraints meant that…
There’s something about a weekend that resets more than just your schedule — it resets your perspective. Since my last post on Shift Spark, I’ve leaned fully into the things that make me feel alive: good people, the outdoors, and…
There’s something quietly powerful about having a number to chase. Not just any number—but one that reflects effort, consistency, and the small decisions you make when no one is watching. This week has been a perfect example of that. Between…
There’s something quietly powerful about getting out on a bike. No pressure. No expectations. Just movement, fresh air, and the rhythm of the pedals turning beneath you. Today, my last day of a slightly extended Easter break from work, I…