
Client Q&A 4th April - Targeting your belly, fasted workouts, carb loading, under active thyroid and more
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Questions in order:
Client Questions
- **Sophie** – How can I focus on belly fat after having two kids and a C-section?
- **Emily** – Does it matter when I eat breakfast after the gym?
- **Francesca** – Should I eat before an early morning workout? If so, what should I eat?
- **Michelle** – Is it okay to work out fasted, or should I have a snack to avoid high cortisol?
- **Jessica** – How can I balance half marathon training with strength workouts without overtraining?
- **Vicki** – How many ab workouts should I do per week?
- **Bailey** – What are some simple ways to increase protein intake on busy days?
- **Emily** – Could my underactive thyroid be affecting my weight loss, and what foods should I eat or avoid?
- **Anna** – How do I do a barbell shoulder press without hitting my chin or pulling my head back?
- **Sam** – What alternative handle can I use for cable exercises if the rope attachment isn’t available?
- **Eadaoin** – What’s the correct knee angle and form for the leg press?
- **Gemma** – Do I have to do cardio? I love strength training and don’t want to risk anything in my first trimester.
- **Niamh** – I’m on a mini cut, but my protein intake is higher than usual. Is that okay?
- **Amy** – How can I handle sugar cravings? Also, is it normal to wake up thirsty at night?
- **Emma** – Can you help me with carb loading? What should I eat and how many carbs do I need?
- **Aisling** – I took a break from weighing myself. Should I start tracking my weight again?
- **Jess** – What time will the London meet & greet be?
- **Ann-Marie** – Should I focus on getting deeper in my squats before adding more weight?
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