For years, I found my busy life completely exhausting. Between work and looking after four kids, the idea of "exercise" felt like just another chore on an already impossible to-do list. There were days when I honestly struggled to even run for the bus.

We often get caught up in unrealistic body standards, but fitness isn't a dress size; it's a condition. I lost over 5 stone, but more importantly, I gained the ability to keep up with my children and complete over 20 races, including half marathons. Focus on what your body can do , not just how it looks in the mirror. 2. Find Your "Tribe"

You don't have to be a "natural athlete" to start. I went from struggling to catch a bus to running half marathons with my kids to raise money for good causes. Start small, find a community that cheers for you, and remember: you are working out because you love your body, not because you hate it.