πŸ“΅ Your bathroom scale called. We hung up!


Hello Reader,​
βœ‰οΈ Monday Momentum #25
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Heya Fit Travel Tribe,​
On today's Monday Momentum, I'm tackling something that's been messing with your head way too long:

Thinking the SCALE tells the whole story.

πŸ‘‰πŸ‘‰πŸ‘‰Spoiler alert: It doesn't.

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πŸ€” Why the Scale is Lying to You πŸ€”

Ever crush a workout all week, feel amazing, then step on the scale and feel hopeless?

Yeah, me too.

Here's the thing: the scale doesn't measure your ACTUAL progress.

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It doesn't show that you
β€‹πŸ‘‰Ran farther
β€‹πŸ‘‰Lifted heavier, or
β€‹πŸ‘‰Finally nailed that form you've been working on.

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So, how do you ACTUALLY track progress?

And what numbers should you be celebrating instead?

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So today I'm giving you:

βœ… The real metrics that show you're crushing it
βœ… How to re-frame your fitness wins
βœ… A thrifty travel hack for free experiences
πŸ“ And a link to my mindful eating guide!

Let's goπŸ‘‡


🌟Notes from the Fit Travel Trail

πŸ‘‹πŸ‘‹HI!!!!
I'm so happy to be in the SAME CITY as last edition: still home in Sofia!

I know I'll need to travel again soon, but there are so many variables up in the air. Not sure if you're a planner like me, but I've had to really give myself some grace with my fitness routine. Even though I'm home, I'm struggling from continued stress.
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Regardless....a HUGE Les Mills fitness event just happened here and I'm still over the moon!

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Here are some quick highlights since last time:
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πŸ“– Pondering if I'll get my passport back this week! (allegedly it left the States last Friday)
πŸ‹οΈ Teaching fitness classes in the morning has been my savior. Seriously - the stress is impacting my personal workouts
😳 As much fun as the fitness event was this weekend, I pushed a bit hard and my rotator cuff injury is ANGRY
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Me and my bestie about to team teach for Les Mills Core!

The Les Mills Bodypump crew ready for action!


πŸŽ‰Featured Expedition

Mindful Eating Beyond "Good" vs. "Bad" πŸ₯—πŸ’­

Just like the scale doesn't tell the full story, neither does labeling food as "good" or "bad."

My featured blog post dives into how to eat mindfully on the roadβ€”tuning into your body's needs instead of arbitrary rules.

Inside the guide:
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βœ… How to listen to your actual hunger cues (not just the clock)
βœ… The connection between mindful eating and sustained energy for travel days
βœ… Why ditching the guilt around food makes you feel stronger

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Real strategies so you can fuel your adventures without obsessing over every bite.

πŸ‘‰ Bookmark this if you're tired of food stress while traveling!

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For the full breakdown, check out my guide:


✈️πŸ’ͺWhere Travel & Fitness Converge

πŸ“ Your New Fitness Scorecard β€” where performance beats pounds every time

Especially when you're traveling, you may not even have access to a scale.

Let alone, you should grant yourself more grace for doing your best when being out of your routine.

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But if you want to track something...

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What should you track instead? ​
The verdict?

Track what your body can DO, not what it weighs.

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Here’s your new scorecard:

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Strength Progress

Last week: 8 reps with 50 lbs
This week: 10 reps with 50 lbs!
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πŸŽ‰ That’s real, tangible progress

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Endurance Wins

Last run: 2 km before walking
This run: 2.5 km non-stop!
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Your stamina is building

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Movement Quality

Last month: Can't touch your toes
Now you can!
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πŸ’« Mobility = massive win

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Key Tips:

βœ…Write down your reps, weight, and distance each workout
βœ…Celebrate small increases (they add up!)
❌Don’t compare yourself to others - only to past you
βœ…Focus on how you feel, not just numbers

In short, chase the reps, the distance, the deeper squat. Your performance is the truth!!!!


πŸŒπŸ’°Thrifty Travel Quest

How to Find FREE Fitness & Fun Anywhere ✈️

You don't need an expensive gym membership or pricey tours to stay active abroad.

This isn't luckβ€”it's a strategy. And I've packed my favorite hacks into one simple list.

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The 3-step system
for FREE local experiences!

1️⃣Search "[City Name] + Free Walking Tour" πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ

  • Tip-based tours are fantastic and you pay what you feel at the end
  • You get exercise AND learn about the city
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2️⃣Find Local Hiking & Running Trails πŸ—ΊοΈ

  • Use apps like AllTrails or just ask a local for the best park
  • Often way better than any gym workout
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3️⃣Look for "Free Yoga in the Park" or Outdoor Gyms 🧘

  • Many cities offer free community fitness classes, especially in summer
  • Outdoor gym equipment is surprisingly common in Europe

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Sound great and want some more inspiration on how to stay active while traveling???

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Always on my mind: More money for more travel! It's often worth a little homework for those savings πŸ’Έ


⚑Biweekly Boost: Quote of the Week

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The body achieves what the mind believes.
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Heidi​
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