Hello Everyone 

I’m a little late with this post, I meant to write it ages ago. Seeing as it is now full steam ahead for my next event in Breaffy House Resort. I thought it was high time I wrote a post on the last one. Well it’s mainly photographs really. Thanks to the talented Johnmeephotography for these beautiful moments from the day. 

There are also a few of the ladies snaps from Instagram. It was such a fun day with serious efforts going into the selfie competition. 

All in all a great day of fun was had. We heard from two fabulous speakers Thatssoshellyfitness and Dolores Andrew Gavin Both ladies spoke passionately about physical and emotional wellbeing. We had a fabulous indulgent afternoon tea and We were spoilt by Breaffy house Resort. 

Some of Our very kind sponsors on the day were Alfaparf Ireland and Ultrapure laboratories Foxford 

We had two beautiful jewellery stands Tomorrow’s heilooms and Sparkle like a jewel. We also had the fabulous Fiona from The reiki rooms Ballinrobe with us on the day. Talented Make up artist Ann Marie Hughes done a beautiful make up demo on our lovely model Andrea. 

My next event is on November 20th. This time it will be a festive theme. I have some new content this time for variety. Tickets will be on sale Thursday October 20th. Make sure You get Yours. All details will be on the event Facebook page Click here

My September event Raised €1522 for the Breast Cancer Research lab at NUIG in Galway. Proceeds from the raffle on November 20th will be donated again to Breast Cancer Research as it is a cause I am passionate about. If You are a business who would like to get involved by sponsoring a raffle prize or contributing to the goodybags. Or if you would like to hire a stand for a pop up shop on the day please contact me maria@mrsdillonsdiary.ie 

Thank You so much for all Your generosity and kindness 

Love Maria 

Xx

Hello Folks 

I’m back with a post today that might help some of You. I often get messages from Ladies asking for help after a big blowout. I thought this was appropriate for today. I’m just back from a fantastic hen weekend in Bristol. Three days and nights of drinking, eating, laughing etc etc. We had a fantastic time and that’s what life is all about. Making memories with good friends and having fun. I don’t feel one bit guilty for a second of it. I enjoyed every bite of food and every drink. We all have hens, weddings , parties etc that’s life and it’s there to be enjoyed.

However, it’s Monday now and time to refocus and get back to my healthy habits. Exhaustion and dehydration are making me feel sluggish and demotivated. Tackling these issues one at a time and ticking them off the list helps me. I don’t jump straight back into it the first day. I ease myself in with a “transition day ” first. This usually works for me. I think it’s important to get the body and the mind in sync first. Getting into the right headspace is just as important as food prep, workouts etc etc. If the mind is not right, the body won’t perform. 

I’ve put togeather a few of my top tips and tricks that I use to steer myself back to normality. I hope You enjoy them and find them helpful. Please share the link with anyone who might like this post. 

Thank You for reading 

Love 

Maria xxx

• Let go of the guilt, You had fun with Your besties. Move on enjoy looking at the photos and don’t worry about the indulgence. Life is for living. 
• Do a healthy food shop, Your body needs good nutrition ASAP to help recuperate. Plan a family meal like a roast chicken dinner or a beef casserole. Something hearty and warming is the kind of comfort food that will help bring You round. I know it’s tempting but junk food won’t help You at this stage. 

• Make enough food for tomorrow as well. Food prep sorted. Being organised will make You feel calm and in control. 
• Hydrate Hydrate Hydrate if You find it hard to drink water, try herbal teas or sparkling water with lime is very refreshing. 
• Get some fresh air, go for a walk If You are feeling too delicate for the gym. Put on those headphones and listen to some good music. A good blast of fresh air will clear Your head and help You to sleep. 
• Chill for the evening, watch a movie or read a book for the evening. There’s no point pushing Yourself too much on the first day. You will be much better at handling tomorrow if You get enough rest today. 
• Relax. A hot bath always helps me to destress after all the running and racing. Light a few candles and add some Epsom salts to the bath. A long soak before bed will send you off to a deep sleep. 
• Go back to Your plan tomorrow. You will feel calm and ready. Don’t deprive Yourself to make up for the weekend. Just carry on as normal with good nutrition and training. Eat well to fuel those workouts and You will be back on track in no time.