Carissa Goodhew PT

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas from the Goodhews ❤️💚

On Wednesday 27th September at 4:48pm we welcomed 💙 Parker Alexander 💙 to our family, weighing 3.48kg (7lb 11oz) and 52cm long 😍 We are all doing well, settled in at home and enjoying every precious moment with our little boy, we are so in love 🥰🥰

Can't believe the time has come around so fast! This Saturday will be my last day before heading off on maternity leave 🥲

I am so grateful for all my wonderful clients. Thank you so much for showering us and our little one to be with so much love and support 🩵

Gareth & I are so excited for our next chapter to begin and can't wait to introduce our little boy to you all once he arrives 🥰🥰🥰

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Crisp Monday Morning Walk - what better way to start the week?? 🌞🌞🌞

I always find going for a walk or run is one of the best things I can do to calm my mind 🧘‍♀️

Most of the time I put my music in, zone out and just be in the moment, breathe in the fresh air and take in my surroundings 🌿

Other times, when my mind is a little cluttered, I will use the time to process my thoughts, plan out my week and think about my current and future goals 📆

What is something you do to switch off and recharge?💁‍♀️

When I'm stuck for dinner ideas Pinterest is always a good go to for some inspo 👌🏻 This Chicken & Pulse Pasta in a Creamy Tomato Basil was a winner 😋

"Don't wait until you are breaking to have a break"
I saw this quote the other day and it couldn't be more true. I am the first to admit I don't follow this as much as I should and will push through rather than let my body rest. There is ALWAYS going to be something to be done but we need to remember to prioritise tasks and that includes REST.
In preparation for our upcoming 12wk Challenge we took ourselves to our favourite place Straddie for a couple of nights to recharge before kicking off this Saturday.
Our health is so important and if we are constantly running on empty, somethings got to give. Sometimes all you need is a bit of extra sleep, a day without housework, taking time out to do something you enjoy - the smallest change can make the biggest difference. Look after your body and it will give you your best days yet 💕

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Chicken & Vegetable soup in the slow cooker ready for the week ahead😍

Did you know the bone broth in chicken soup is fantastic for our gut health, acts as an anti-inflammatory and helps to create and maintain strong, healthy bones.

It is also rich in protein and provides the body with many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Plus it is the perfect hot dish on these colder days 🙌🏻

Starting over doesn't mean starting from scratch. 🍃
If we can take anything from these last few months, it's for us to have a good look at our lifestyles and habits. Are you happy with how you are living YOUR life??
For many it has been a wake up call, a blessing in disguise.

🔹️Have you enjoyed spending more quality time with family?
🔹️Have you been getting away from the screens and soaking up the Sunshine?
🔹️Have you cooked tastey home cooked meals rather than take out?
🔹️Have you let your body and mind get some much needed rest and recovery?

While times have been tough as we navigate our way into the new normal, maybe you have found new habits and ways of doing things you want to continue going into the future.

Take the time to think about what you want, how you want to feel and how you want to live your life. This is the perfect opportunity to learn from your experiences and continue to grow.

Don't see this time as a step backwards, look at it as a new step in the right direction 💕

💕 Today ...
I will be present in every moment
I will learn and grow
I will acknowledge my self worth
I will believe in myself and my abilities
I will be true to myself and my values
I will keep an open mind and not judge
I will celebrate my small wins
I will not give up
I will love myself completely
I will be at ease
I will enjoy simple moments
Today, anything is possible 🌱

Just a little reminder to get you through today 🌿 With everything going on in the world right now it is a little overwhelming 🤯 Stop, take a deep breath and switch off from the chaos, even for just a minute. Know that we will get through this 💕