Kat Appleton- Figure Fitness

18/04/2023

Progress 🙌

Slowly but surely getting my strength back. Training is very sporadic at the moment but I'm fitting it in when I can. The biggest challenge by far is the lack of sleep. Zara has never slept through so I'm running on about 60% most of the time. But I ALWAYS feel better for training so I'll keep weight training when I can until I can form a better routine.

13/03/2023

I've come to the end of my 10 week plan! 10 weeks of mindful nutrition and consistent training and I'm feeling stronger every day 💪

Still breastfeeding at 5 months post partum too. I've been really pleased at how little the diet has impacted on that. I made sure to add in higher calorie days, didn't drop calories low and kept training to around 3 sessions per week.

The main difference is in my mindset and mental health. I went from eating toast for breakfast and lunch, and just surviving the newborn phase, to really looking after myself. It reminded me who I am and why I enjoy the gym so much. It also taught me that I can do both. Be a good Mum, putting Zaras needs first, whilst also looking after myself and working on me. I actually also realised that to be the best Mum I can be, I really need to look after myself first.

I'm so bloody happy that I commited to this. If I was ever going to use excuses it would have been now 😅

14/01/2023

First Bootcamp completed in probably over a year! 🥵🥵🥵

I'm now 2 weeks into my 10 week cut and 5lbs down. I'm feeling so much healthier and better for it too.

For anyone who may be interested, I'm still exclusively breastfeeding. The plan was to start combination feeding with formula at 3 months which coincided with me going back to work and starting the diet. Of course Zara has other ideas and is refusing the bottle completely, which is making life a little difficult and also means each day I'm assessing the effect being on a diet is having on breastfeeding and my flow.

So far I haven't noticed any changes and she's still showing all the signs that she's feeding enough. I have adhered to a few fundamental rules though. I haven't dropped my calories too low and I'm training less than I usually would. I'm factoring calories expended by breastfeeding too. If at any point I notice that my flow is impacted, I will of course go back to the drawing board.

I wouldn't recommend dieting whilst nursing and i'm by no means an expert. But for now, I figured having such a healthy diet and being hydrated can only be a good thing in terms of milk quality!

08/01/2023

Been on plan for 5 days and my cheek bones have decided to come out of hiding 😅

I wish I saw results everywhere else that easily. 9 weeks left 🙌

15/12/2022

Want a challenge in January? Join me for our 10 week lifting programme with a photo shoot at the end!

Message me for more details!

13/12/2022

Don't miss this! I can't wait to actually join in with it. I always find having a goal to aim for, like a photo shoot, makes me more likely to succeed with a new plan.

Message me or the gym if you want to take part x

GET INTO THE BEST SHAPE OF YOUR LIFE IN 2023 👊

Have you been training for at least 1 year but struggle to see results? If so, we want YOU.

We are looking for a group of motivated individuals who want to get into the best shape of their lives.

The criteria? You must already be familiar with weight training and have been training consistently for at least 1 year.

We also want COMMITMENT for 10 WEEKS. At the end of the programme there will be a photo shoot in the gym to capture your hard work.

So what's included?

▪️x1 Group Training Session each week with Natural Competitive Bodybuilder James Bradshaw
▪️Nutrition Plan
▪️Expert Guidence & Advice
▪️Support & Accountability Group
▪️Photo Shoot & Photo's at the end

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£120 for NFA Members

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06/12/2022

🎇 New Class Announcement 🎇

This January, prioritise yourself again, without having to compromise 💪

7 Spaces Remaining!

What is Mum-Fit?

✨️Weekly Group PT Sessions designed by an experienced Personal Trainer and new Mum .

✨️Bring your baby along! As long as your baby is happy in a pram or travel system, you can bring them along. Our gym is open plan so you will always be with your baby and responsible for them at all times.

✨️Suitable and tailored for each phase of post partum recovery. 3 different workout options will be available to suit your current ability: Recover, Rebuild & Advanced.

✨️Flexible - The workout can be completed in your own time,over an hour and a half, giving lot's of time to feed, change or cuddle!

✨️Meet new Mums in Norwich! Stick around for a coffee afterwards and make new friends in the process.

✨️Guidence - Kat will be on hand at all times to guide and demonstrate when needed.

If you have been given the all clear to exercise, Mum-Fit classes are designed to ease you back into exercise, whilst helping new Mums feel more like themselves in the process! Get in touch to secure your space.

More information:

▪️Launching January 10th 2023
▪️Thursdays at 10am - 11.30am
▪️Introductory offer- 8 Weeks for £100
▪️Based at

29/11/2022

Current exercise routine is walking around wearing a baby! 👌

I'm now 6 weeks post partum and my C Section seems to have healed well. I've been walking a lot but I'm going to aim to return to the gym next week for some light training. Basically going to see what feels do-able and ease myself in slowly with some bodyweight work, breath work and pelvic floor exercises. It will be trial and error to start with, all whilst being super mindful of my core. I'll try and film bits to share over on my page on Instagram. Give it a follow if you're interested! X

01/11/2022

We took Zara to the gym for the first time last night for the Halloween Bootcamp. It was so nice to see the members and feel back 'to normal' for a couple of hours 🥰

22/10/2022

1 Week Old vs 40 Weeks Pregnant ❤️

It seems I've created a feeding and pooping machine.

The female body is actually incredible. I'm obviously not thinking about my physique or diet at all at the moment and I'm taking all the time to rest and recover after an unexpected C Section. It's still surprising how much my body has changed in just one week. I notice it changing by the day and it's happened a lot quicker than I expected. I'm assuming breastfeeding is helping, especially since she wants to feed 24/7 😅

Please note that I'm engaging my core (well trying to) in this photo. If I fully relax my stomach it's completely different. I have put zero pressure on myself to look a certain way and I'm in no rush but it is interesting to document it along the way for my post partum recovery.

ALSO, I put these pants on for consistency in the photo's. Granny pants have now resumed for the time being👌

05/10/2022

40 Weeks - Our Due Date🤰

I can't believe how fast this day has come around. Please don't be too late! We can't wait to meet you ❤️❤️❤️

28/09/2022

Most likely my last session as I finish work this week and I plan on putting my feet up next week until she's here 👌

All light weights and very controlled at this point but I'm happy to have maintained a decent amount of muscle mass in my upper body!