Honest fitness by ellenruth

I thought I would have a little fun with my blog post this time. I feel like the world of Instagram gets very serious, everyone talks about trying to look ‘perfect’ (doesn’t exist FYI) and then the perfect way to train. It can be very daunting for new people stepping into the industry, as there seems to be that pressure that any advice or videos etc. need to be exactly right. Not all training types and advice works for everyone, so that’s pretty impossible. I understand it is about your health, and people with expertise helping others is great. But it should be about helping – motivating – not trolling. So, fitness has been a big part of my life for a little while now, and my training is by no means perfect – half the time I seem to be the most uncoordinated and clumsy person in the room. As a bit of light-hearted entertainment, from a fitness complete non-expert over here. Enjoy the five most embarrassing moments I’ve dealt with at the gym. (Que cringing and facepalms just writi...

Sorry, my next blog has taken so long, I’ve had my own problems personally to deal with, but finally back on track in my head and just wanting to put myself, my success and happiness first for once. The other week I was sent my first outfit from the company, Fabletics, which is an activewear brand co-founded by Kate Hudson. I will link the website at the end if you’re interested but as the title of my blog suggests – I promise I’m not just going to gush over everything I write about, as usual just an honest opinion 😊 This is the full Narla 3-Piece Outfit here - I got a pair of leggings, a sports bra and a jacket. (I’ll admit now that the jacket is my favourite haha)   High-Waisted Mesh Powerhold® Legging – Black Cherry I got the high-waisted leggings in black cherry, size S – I bought the size small because the size guide referenced this as the same as a UK size 10. I struggle with leggings a lot, as I am a small girl with quite wide hips and a small waist – so find...