Hello,

February has arrived... and we are at last sensing longer days with more daylight minutes.

The snowdrops on my walks in Panshanger Park are abundant and the daffodils are shooting up with a few golden blooms starting to appear, I look forward to seeing more as the days progress..

The end of January saw the finish of the very first  30 Day You & Me ... Let's Go programme for 8 participants. This inaugural programme has seen transformations for every single one of them on several levels ... along with nearly 4 stones weight loss between them as a bonus!!!! .  It's been a revelation  - read this weeks Health Matters article for how it went for them. I can't wait to run the next one in May!

Booking NOW for the March Colour Fast Reset, the three week mentored succinct fasting programme - a discipline like no other. A deep body cleanse for the mind and body.

This weeks Food Matters recipe is delicious Lemon Herb Chicken dish - perfect as we head to Spring - Enjoy!

 Its just over 11 weeks until the London Marathon when several members of the Lindsey Fitness Running Club , including myself will be taking part in the Virtual 'My Way' event. We will be  walking and 'Jeffing' (run/walking) 26.2 miles locally and have agreed that we would like to raise whatever we can between us for our the wonderful Isabel Hospice. I'll be setting up a group Just Giving page in the next couple of weeks for all those taking part.

Have a beautiful week, I'll see you in classes, online and at running club.

Love Lindsey xxx

Health Matters>>>> TEAM WORK LIKE NO OTHER!

The initial idea for the You & Me .... Let's Go 2026!  initiative was borne when I was out dog walking last November. It's something I find very cathartic and a time when I do a lot of my creative thinking for both Lindsey Fitness and my  Celebrant businesses. Most weeks I will see or am contacted  by previous members of classes, some from many , many years ago. More often than not they effuse about how they were their fittest and slimmest when they were with me at classes. They then go on to pull themselves down about having gained weight and how bad they feel about themselves - it makes me so sad, and I just want to help.  I have over the last 32 years always had a passion for helping those people who want to of course. lose weight. How can I reach out and help those, who did so well with me before? The idea of 'You & Me was planted and evolved into so much more than I initially hoped. Eight beautiful and trusting ladies signed up before Christmas to work together with me  for 30 days in January.

Having signed up so promptly, I put a simple mindful practice for them in place for over Christmas - and it worked a treat. They were 'primed' from that moment to make better food choices over the festive season and then more than ready to start on January 2nd. Each week there was a LIVE on line workout featuring Walkfit, Weights and HiiT Sessions - which they all embraced and loved, along with a weekly group ZOOM lesson. The programme featured an educational post every day from me that was either mindful, nutritional or a small challenge. 

The first week we worked on mindset surrounding food and eating habits, before introducing nutritional content the second week. The introduction to fasting and fat burning came next. Accountability and honesty to me and each other everyday was key. Having sent me a picture of their weigh in on January 2nd they had to promise not to stand on the scales until January 31st, this for some was a big thing having been ruled by the scales for some years.

The change in the participants has been impressive to say the least. The changing of habits., embedded over many years in some cases was ultimately was causing increasing weight gain, self derision and lack of self confidence. They are blown away now with the knowledge of how the power of the mind can make such a huge difference mentally and physically to the way they think, eat and exercise now. 

They are empowered to continue forward with confidence.

30 days has changed all that, almost effortlessly it seems... they couldn't be happier, and I certainly couldn't be prouder. The added bonus when they sent me their weigh in pics last Saturday amazed them it was - nearly 4 stones lost between them all!!

The before' and after pics were incredible,  this lovely  participant (pictured at the start and at the end of the programme) lost 10.5 lbs. Having been struggling  for some time with the menopause and other issues, she is now focused , confident and excited to continue what she has started.

Here's what she had to say...

I have had such a great month in terms of health, fitness, positivity and commitment. Last year I was in a difficult place in terms of fitness and eating. I'd not been able to exercise as I used to for one reason or another. I got into poor habits, lost motivation and put on weight. Then in December, Lindsey set up the 'You and Me 2026' initiative. This sounded like the push I needed to get back on track. Lindsey's supportive words and wealth of knowledge on exercise and nutrition, along with such encouraging and inspiring other members of the group were excellent. I did not find 'getting back on track' difficult like I thought I would. I have not craved what I thought I'd miss. I have enjoyed eating wholesome, healthy meals again, which have filled me up. I only eat when I'm hungry and I keep myself well hydrated. Along with these changes and better choices, I am able to exercise more and more. In just a month, I am feeling fitter, healthier and very positive. The bonus is that Ive lost 10.5Ib!

I am now ready to continue this journey by using all of the advice, shared recipes and words of encouragement that I have had as a result of joining this group. I am positive, strong and worth investing in! My body is thanking me for the changes that I so needed to make. Thank you to Lindsey and the group for assisting me to develop a better mindset and focus.

I just had to ask , and I am thrilled that this lovely girl was more than happy for me to also share her before and after pics with you in the newsletter. The group as a whole are keen to continue with me  in some capacity. So I am pleased to announce they are all founder members of the Lindsey Fitness You & Me Health and Wellbeing group. We will continue with both regular online exercise, ZOOM sessions and they have commited to sending me a monthly weigh in pic too. I just love how this has evolved,  Subsequent Reset and You & Me participants this year will also be able to join this group, aimed at being a weight loss and fitness in progress initiative.

MINDSET - Learn the mindful techniques to change thoughts and cravings  around food and eating habits.

BODY - Be educated and  guided safely through an Intermittent fasting regime, designed for optimum health and weight loss, giving you the power to continue with that weight loss if needed and always be the best version of you!

SOUL - Find yourself energised, empowered and able to move forward with the confidence you never knew you had!

 How It Works -

* Conducted online within a private Facebook group.

* A succinct 14 day intermittent fasting program, to cleanse, heal and restore.

* Balance blood sugar and hormone levels,

 boost your immunity, vitality and energy.

*Day by day support and guidance throughout.

* Comprehensive Resource Package

* Delicious,  quick and easy nutrient dense meal recipes

*LIVE daily workouts suitable for all abilities.

* Scheduled weekly group ZOOM meetings 

*All the direction, help, support and encouragement you need to succeed!

If you are a Previous Resetter, sign up NOW for your regular deep clean!

If you are interested as a first time Resetter, simply get in touch  for a no obligation chat to find out more. I look forward to working with you.

Spring Lemon Herb Chicken

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 lemons (one for juice, one sliced)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• A handful of fresh herbs (like parsley, thyme, and rosemary)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup of asparagus, trimmed
• 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the juice of one lemon, minced garlic, olive oil, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the chicken breasts to this marinade, ensuring they're well coated. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes. You can use this time to take a breather or prep the veggies.
2. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). While it’s warming up, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the asparagus and cherry tomatoes on the sheet, drizzling them with a little olive oil and a sprinkle of salt.
3. Sear the Chicken: Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add a touch of olive oil, and once it’s hot, sear the chicken breasts for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. We’re just looking for a nice color here, as they’ll finish cooking in the oven.
4. Bake to Perfection: Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the baking sheet with the veggies. Tuck in some lemon slices and sprinkle your fresh herbs over the top. Pop it all in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the veggies are tender.
5. Serve and Enjoy: Once everything’s done, arrange the chicken and veggies on a serving platter. Don’t forget to drizzle the juices from the baking sheet over everything for that extra burst of flavor.

There you have it—a beautiful, fresh, and vibrant Spring Lemon Herb Chicken dish - ENJOY!

Lindsey Fitness Members Classes 2026 

Saturdays - Monks Walk School

8.30am - Interval Training for all abilities, incorporating handweights, kettlebells, strength and conditioning

9.30am - Walkfit for all. Walk over 2miles (5000+ steps - in 45 minutes)  with out leaving the room. Incorporates strength work with handweights too 

Tuesdays - Monks Walk School

6.30pm - Classic Aerobics - Exercise to music and formation work  for all levels for that cardio burn.

Wednesdays - Wodson Park Sports Centre

11.00am - Classic Aerobics - as above.

Online from my lounge to your home - Fitness Pilates , Mindfulness & Mobilisation sessions. Periodic Placebo Diet Group Weight Loss Programmes, 1:2:1 Coaching.

                 Discounted monthly Memberships and PAYG options available. 

First Class FREE for New Members

Dates for your Diary:

No Monks Walk Class - Saturday 20th March 2026

No Classes Saturday 6th June - Wednesday 24th June Inclusive

(Normal Timetable Resumes Saturday 27th June 2026)

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Our Running Club continues in full swing  with  Sunday group runs (& walks)  for all abilities. Whether you’re aiming for a 5K, half marathon or more, or you just want some company and encouragement, you’ll find it here.

 Get in touch for more information if you would like to join us

Sunday 8th February 2026 - 10 Mile Training Run

Sunday 1st March 2026 - Centenary Walk - 14 Mile Training

Sunday 12th April 2026 - 22 Mile Virtual Marathon Training

Sunday 26th April 2026 London Virtual My Way Marathon 2026

Sunday 17th May 2026 - Welwyn Hatfield CRUK Race for Life

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Sunday 13th September 2026 - Great North Run, Newcastle

Sunday 17th October 2026 - Great South Run, Portsmouth

Sunday 1st November 2026 - Herts Half Marathon, Knebworth

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