Hi Reader👋

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Well… I disappeared from your inbox for a little while there.​
But I promise I have a good excuse — I was in Ireland getting married! 💍

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It was the most magical couple of weeks, and because my email subscribers are the most committed, I thought I’d share a few photos with you below.

Now that I’m back home, I’m getting back into my usual gym routine — the same one I followed in the lead-up to my wedding. And that brings me to the topic of this recent YouTube video.

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Because one of the most common questions I get is:

“Can I actually build muscle without gaining fat?”

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Short answer? YES.​
Long answer? Also YES… but only if you follow the right steps.

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In this video, I share:
✅ Why building muscle isn’t necessarily harder for women (even in menopause)
✅ The exact protein targets you need to hit
✅ How to strength train effectively without living in the gym
✅ Smart supplement picks (and what to skip)
✅ How to eat enough to grow muscle but not so much you gain fat

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🎥 Watch it here → How to Build Muscle Without Gaining Fat​

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💌 Stay tuned — here’s what’s coming on YouTube over the next few weeks:

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Videos releasing soon:

• How to Get Out of a Weight Loss Plateau
• How to Choose the Best Protein Powder for You
• Nutrition Facts You Might be Getting Wrong

By request (currently working on):

• Cortisol and Weight Gain
• How Many Carbohydrates You Should Be Eating

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💌 Make sure you’re subscribed to my YouTube channel so you don’t miss them — and if you have a video request or a topic you’re struggling with when it comes to eating well and feeling your best, just hit reply and let me know. I always try to make videos for every single request.

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As always, stay happy & healthy 💚

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​Maria x

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🎥WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK!🎥

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​How to Build Muscle Without Gaining Fat​

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🥣 WHAT TO MAKE THIS WEEK! 🍽

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​Honey Whipped With a Pistachio Crumb​ Peaches are in season and I promise this recipe will not disappoint! ​ GET THE RECIPE

🥣 WHAT TO READ THIS WEEK! 🍽

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​Collagen vs Whey Protein Powder​ They’re both popular, but they serve very different purposes. In this article I'm going to break down what actually matters when choosing between them. ​ READ NOW

🌟Updates & Things I'm Loving This Week🌟

I can’t believe it — we hit 41,000 YouTube subscribers! 🎉
To celebrate 30k, I gave away a Ninja Creami (that giveaway has now closed), but I’ll be running another one very soon to mark this new milestone.
Thank you so much for all your support — it truly means the world to me! 💛

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Quick Win:​
If you find nuts and seeds expensive in the grocery store, check the baking section instead of the health food aisle. They’re often half the price and exactly the same product. I did this just yesterday with pumpkin seeds — way cheaper in the baking section than the “healthy snacks” shelf.

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Thing I’m Loving:​
This tiny milk frother might be the simplest kitchen gadget, but it delivers amazing results. If you’ve ever tried adding protein powder to your morning oats and ended up with clumps, just mix the protein powder with your liquid first using this — it works like magic. ✨

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💬 I’m a little behind on emails and comments after the wedding, but I promise I’m not ignoring you! Thank you so much for your patience — I’ll be catching up and reply 💛

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