Fuel Your Workout, Fuel Your Life: Why Women Should Stop Being Scared of Food
- phoebesphysiqq
- Jan 15
- 3 min read
Girlies<3 let’s talk about something that could completely transform your fitness journey: FOOD. 🍽️
That’s right, your body needs fuel, not fear.
If you’ve been avoiding certain foods or worried that eating might slow down your progress, it’s time to change that mindset.
Ready to learn why food is your workout bestie?
For far too long, women have been taught to fear food, especially when it comes to fitness.
We’re often told that to lose weight or get toned, we need to eat less, cut carbs, or follow the latest fad diet. But here’s the truth: Your body needs fuel to thrive.
When I work with women, one of the biggest breakthroughs I see is when they stop fearing food and start embracing it as the energy source their body deserves.
Let me share the story of , one of my amazing clients Rachel.
When Rachel first came to me, she was constantly tired, struggling with her workouts, and frustrated with her progress. She was eating very little, thinking that cutting calories would make her leaner. But the more we talked, the more I realised something: Rachel wasn’t fuelling her body properly for her workouts. She was in a constant state of deprivation, which left her feeling drained and unable to perform at her best.
So, we shifted her approach. Instead of focusing on restriction, we focused on balance.
Rachel started eating nutrient-dense meals that gave her energy before her workouts, and she began recovering better afterward.
The result? She not only saw improvements in her performance, but she also noticed her body started to change in ways she had never experienced before. Her workouts were more effective, and she had more energy and focus throughout the day.
How DID I personally Get Over My Fear Of Food And Gaining Weight?
1. Educated Myself About Nutrition
Understanding the role of different foods in your body can reduce anxiety. Learn about macronutrients (proteins, fats, and carbohydrates), micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), and how they all contribute to your overall health. The more you know, the more empowered you feel in making balanced food choices without fear.
2. Challenged My Negative Thoughts and Beliefs
Fear of food and weight often stems from deep-rooted negative beliefs. Work on identifying and questioning these thoughts. For example, if you believe "carbs make me gain weight," challenge that by understanding how carbs are a necessary source of energy. Reframing can help replace irrational fears with balanced, evidence-based thinking.
3. Practiced Mindful Eating
Mindful eating involves paying full attention to your food—its taste, texture, and smell—without distractions like TV or phones. By eating mindfully, you can become more in tune with your body’s hunger cues, helping you eat the right amounts and feel more in control. This can help alleviate anxiety around eating and reduce overeating.
4. Focused on My Health, Not My Weight
Shift your focus from weight management to overall health. Eating a variety of foods is essential for nourishing your body, and weight fluctuations are a normal part of life. By prioritizing feelings of well-being over specific numbers on a scale, you can gradually reduce fear and anxiety surrounding food and weight gain.
5. Shifted Focus To Nourishment not Restriction
Emphasize eating for energy and strength rather than viewing food as an enemy. Understanding the nutritional value of meals helps reframe food as fuel for a healthy body.
The lesson here is simple.
Fuelling your body is essential for success, both in the gym and in life.
Food is not the enemy—it’s your bestfriend!
Whether it’s carbs, healthy fats, or protein, each macronutrient plays an important role in supporting your body’s needs.
Carbs provide the energy to power through your workouts, protein helps build and repair muscle, and healthy fats support your hormones and overall well-being.
Think about it, every time you eat, you're giving your body the tools it needs to succeed.
Skipping meals or under-fuelling will only hold you back from reaching your fitness goals.
You deserve to feel energized, strong, and unstoppable and that starts with how you nourish yourself<3
💬 If you’re struggling to figure out how to fuel your workouts and need personalized guidance, I’m here to help. Click below to fill our the form to see if we can work together , and let’s create a fitness and nutrition plan that works for YOU.
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