By KBPT – Your All-Female Personal Training Team in East London
We get it, you’re balancing a million things. Whether you’re commuting across London, working from home, wrangling kids, or squeezing in workouts before the day starts, your energy is precious. What (and when) you eat can make a big difference to how you feel, from your focus at work to your motivation to move.
At KBPT, we know that feeling strong and energised doesn’t come from workouts alone. Nutrition plays a huge role, and we’re here to help make it simple, not stressful. So if you’re ready to feel good from the inside out, here’s how to eat well this May: We’ve got tips, seasonal inspiration, and recipes we actually make ourselves.
Why Food Affects How You Feel
This isn’t about dieting or rigid food rules. It’s about fuelling your body in a way that makes life feel a little easier and a lot more energised.
When your nutrition supports your daily rhythm, you’ll likely notice:
- More energy for training (and chasing the bus!)
- Less of that 3pm slump
- Better focus during work or study
- A more stable mood (thanks to balanced blood sugar)
- More motivation to stick with healthy habits
If you’ve ever thought, “Why do I feel too tired to work out?” Then maybe what’s on your plate might be part of the answer.
Simple Nutrition Swaps That Work (Even When You’re Busy)
Here are five things we often share with our PT clients to help keep energy, mood, and motivation ticking along:
1. Balance your plate.
Think: protein + complex carbs + healthy fats + colourful veg. A meal with eggs, roasted veg, and avocado toast? Perfect. This combo fuels your body without spikes and crashes.
2. Don’t skip meals.
Especially breakfast! It sets the tone for your day. No time? Try overnight oats, a smoothie, or a banana with peanut butter.
3. Hydrate (properly).
Aim for 2 litres of water a day and more if you’re exercising. Feeling foggy or tired? Often, it’s dehydration in disguise.
4. Plan your snacks.
Swap sugar crashes for energy boosters. Try Greek yoghurt with berries, hummus with carrot sticks, or a boiled egg with a few almonds.
5. Eat the rainbow.
The more colour on your plate, the more nutrients you’re getting. Plus, it looks great (and that matters too).
Seasonal Food to Try This May
Seasonal eating doesn’t need to be complicated. It just means using what’s fresh, local and naturally packed with nutrients this time of year.
Look for these delicious springtime goodies at your local market in Hackney, Broadway Market, or Walthamstow:
- Asparagus – great for digestion and packed with folate
- New potatoes – slow-releasing carbs for lasting energy
- Peas & broad beans – full of fibre and plant protein
- Radishes – crunchy, peppery, and full of antioxidants
- Spinach & spring greens – brilliant for iron and magnesium
- Strawberries & rhubarb – vitamin C-rich and sweet treat-worthy
- Fresh herbs & spring onions – perfect for adding flavour to anything
Quick, Delicious Recipes from the KBPT Kitchen
Spring Green Protein Bowl (Serves 2)
Ingredients:
- 150g new potatoes, halved
- Handful of asparagus & peas
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp hummus
- Mint leaves, salt, pepper, olive oil
Method:
Boil potatoes until tender. In the last 3 mins, add asparagus and peas. Poach or boil eggs separately. Drain, season and serve with hummus, mint and olive oil.
Strawberry Rhubarb Yoghurt Pots (Makes 2)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Greek yoghurt
- 1 stalk rhubarb, chopped
- Handful strawberries, sliced
- 1 tsp honey
- Optional: granola or crushed almonds
Method:
Simmer rhubarb with honey until soft. Cool. Layer yoghurt, rhubarb, strawberries and toppings. Done!
Need Support Beyond Your Plate?
Changing your nutrition habits doesn’t mean doing it all alone. When you work with a KBPT personal trainer, we’re not just here for workouts – we’re here to guide, support and cheer you on every step of the way, including with your food.
We’ll help you:
- Stay accountable to your goals
- Create realistic, feel-good nutrition habits
- Eat to fuel your training and your lifestyle
If you’ve ever searched “one-on-one personal trainer near me”, you’re probably ready for that extra level of support. And honestly? Having a coach who’s also a cheerleader can make all the difference.
Wondering What It Costs?
Our training packages are flexible to suit your needs—from pay-as-you-go to subscriptions. Prices start from £230 per month for one weekly session.
Check our pricing here
Eating Well Doesn’t Have to Be Hard
You don’t need a nutritionist or a 10-step plan. Just a few simple changes: more colour, more water, more balance—and some support from someone who gets it.
This May, refresh your plate the same way you’d refresh your workout routine. You’ll feel the difference in your energy, mood and motivation.
And if you want to chat more about how we can help?
We’re KBPT—East London’s all-female personal training team. And we’re here to help you feel your best, inside and out.
