There’s something about summer that makes us want to feel our best, light, energised, and full of life. It’s a time for enjoying longer days, reconnecting with friends, and saying yes to things that make us feel good in our bodies.
But let’s be real, those hot months can come with a few surprises. Between travel, heat, changes in routine, and summer treats, it’s easy to feel a little… off. Sluggish, puffy, or like your energy’s gone on holiday without you. That’s where movement comes in.
The good news? Movement helps. Physical activity is one of the most natural ways to reduce bloating, ease water retention, and boost your overall mood.
Even a short workout can help you feel more comfortable in your body, more energised, more you.
A few simple summer tips
• Keep moving, even when routines shift. If you’re a Curves member, the Curves app can help you stay active with guided home workouts wherever you are.
• Stay hydrated and prioritise foods that help your body feel good, fresh, colourful, and water, rich.
• Connect with a friend for a walk or workout. It’s good for your body and even better for your mindset.
Summer is all about connection, and what better time to celebrate your favourite friendships than International Friendship Day this July?
Catching up with friends and staying active doesn’t have to be two separate things. At Curves, you can do both. Bringing a friend along for a workout turns your fitness routine into something social, supportive, and seriously fun.
Exercising together helps you stay motivated, laugh through the sweat, and keep each other on track. Whether it’s sharing a stretch, cheering each other on, or catching up after class, it’s more than just a workout, it’s quality time with someone who lifts you up.
Invite a friend to join you this month, you’ll boost your results and your bond. Because when women support each other, incredible things happen.
Boosting body confidence: Feel good in your own skin
Sometimes slipping into swimwear can stir up some unwelcome thoughts. But your body is not the problem, it’s the way we’ve been taught to think about it. True confidence doesn’t come from fitting into a bikini; it comes from how you treat yourself.
Here are a few gentle ways to reconnect with that confidence:
• Start your day with a mantra
Try something like “I deserve to feel good in my body” or “My strength is more than skin deep.” Stick it to your mirror and say it daily.
• Try a short, guided meditation:
Even 5 minutes of mindful breathing or body appreciation can reframe your thinking and lower stress.
• Support from the inside:
Omega,3s, magnesium, and B vitamins have all been linked to mood support and cognitive clarity, chat with a health professional to see what’s right for you.
• Eat for nourishment, not punishment:
Foods like leafy greens, berries, and fermented foods can support digestion and help you feel lighter.
• Unfollow pressure:
Clean up your social feed, follow real, uplifting voices and women who embrace strength, softness, and self, love.
This season isn’t about striving for perfection, it’s about feeling good in your own skin. So whether you’re maintaining progress, starting fresh, or simply taking time for yourself, you deserve to feel strong and well, inside and out.
Let’s make the most of the season, together.
Find your local club and let’s make the most of the season, together.
