Client Q&A 4th April - Targeting your belly, fasted workouts, carb loading, under active thyroid and more

Want to apply to be coached by us? Follow us on Instagram nor @fitfemaleproject or head to the website www.fitfemaleproject.com Questions in order: Client Questions - **Sophie** – How can I focus on belly fat after having two kids and a C-section? - **Emily** – Does it matter when I eat breakfast after the gym? - **Francesca** – Should I eat before an early morning workout? If so, what should I eat? - **Michelle** – Is it okay to work out fasted, or should I have a snack to avoid high cortisol? - **Jessica** – How can I balance half marathon training with strength workouts without overtraining? - **Vicki** – How many ab workouts should I do per week? - **Bailey** – What are some simple ways to increase protein intake on busy days? - **Emily** – Could my underactive thyroid be affecting my weight loss, and what foods should I eat or avoid? - **Anna** – How do I do a barbell shoulder press without hitting my chin or pulling my head back? - **Sam** – What alternative handle can I use for cable exercises if the rope attachment isn’t available? - **Eadaoin** – What’s the correct knee angle and form for the leg press? - **Gemma** – Do I have to do cardio? I love strength training and don’t want to risk anything in my first trimester. - **Niamh** – I’m on a mini cut, but my protein intake is higher than usual. Is that okay? - **Amy** – How can I handle sugar cravings? Also, is it normal to wake up thirsty at night? - **Emma** – Can you help me with carb loading? What should I eat and how many carbs do I need? - **Aisling** – I took a break from weighing myself. Should I start tracking my weight again? - **Jess** – What time will the London meet & greet be? - **Ann-Marie** – Should I focus on getting deeper in my squats before adding more weight?