THRIVE CLIENT Q+A 28TH JAN 2026

QUESTIONS: If I’m using two 4kg dumbbells for an exercise, do I log it as 4kg or 8kg? Front squat: I’m new to this movement and it feels hard/awkward. I feel it in my back even when I focus on elbows forward and high — is this normal? How do you get past feelings of guilt and disappointment when you feel like you’ve undone progress and put weight back on? How do you pick up from where you left off with a more positive mindset? How do you recommend juggling camogie, gym, and running without feeling like training is too broad or all over the place? I train first thing in the morning — should I eat something beforehand? Do I need to add cardio to lose body fat? I’m really struggling to bring myself to journal. It feels like self-sabotage or avoidance of self-reflection — any tips? You mentioned using ChatGPT to save money and reduce food waste — can you talk us through how you do that? How do you stop feeling “behind” after a bank holiday when you’re exhausted and chasing your tail all week? Struggling to stay on track while working FIFO — I’ve done it before but lately I overindulge on time off because I know I’m going back to work. How do I break that cycle? Tips for staying on track at the weekend? When you’re feeling unwell, what should you prioritise: rest, nutrition, or movement?