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When you go to the gym during Easter holidays + you realise you’re the only person above 21 😂 And everyone your age is at home married with kids 😅

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I’m Cristíona Aston, 43, originally from the west of Ireland. My journey has taken me across the world, from studying and working in law, to spending years in modelling, dabbling in acting, and now to where I feel most aligned—mentoring and coaching high-performing individuals to optimise their health, energy, and longevity. I’m a licensed personal trainer, with certifications in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University and Health Coaching from the London College of Naturopathic Medicine. My approach blends science-backed strategies with a holistic, personalised method that supports both physical and mental well-being. But the lessons that shaped me didn’t come from textbooks or careers. They came from experience, resilience, and deep personal growth. I’ve loved deeply, navigated challenges, and evolved with every season of life. Divorce, reinvention, and redefining my purpose have taught me that true well-being goes far beyond just training and nutrition—it’s about mindset, self-trust, and long-term vitality. Through it all, I’ve learned this: The most important investment you will ever make is in yourself. This reel is a glimpse into the first half of 2024—highs, lessons, and the people and places that have shaped me. I’m endlessly grateful, and I know this is only the beginning. If you are ready to step into your strongest, most energised, most confident self—with a coach who understands the nuances of high-performance health, personal training, longevity, and self-mastery—let’s talk. You don’t need another quick-fix program. You need a bespoke strategy that fits your life. 📩 DM me or book a call to find out how we can work together. The best investment you’ll ever make is in your future self.

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I get it – feeling stuck, low energy, and unmotivated isn’t fun. I’ve been there too. But here’s what I’ve learned: 👉 Happiness and progress don’t come from waiting for motivation to strike. They come from building routine and discipline, even in the smallest ways. Right now, I’m settling into a rhythm here in Canggu – training, working, and creating structure for myself. That discipline brings me so much clarity and energy. And yes, part of that routine means holding on for dear life on the back of a scooter to get where I need to go 😅 – but it’s all part of the process! If you’ve been feeling stuck or waiting for the “perfect time” to get back on track, this is your sign to start today. You don’t need to overhaul everything at once – just take one small step, and the rest will follow. If you’re ready to build the discipline, confidence, and belief you need to change your life, I’d love to guide you. Let’s work together to create a routine that works for you. DM me if you’re ready to start, and let’s make 2025 the year you stop feeling stuck. 💪

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Happy International Woman’s Day I love helping women feel strong and radiant—not just in how they look, but in how they move through life, how they show up for themselves and others, and how deeply connected they feel to their own essence. True confidence isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about energy, alignment, and the way you embody your own power. Feeling good in your body is about more than just workouts and nutrition—it’s about honouring the vessel that carries you through this life, nourishing it with movement, breath, stillness, and love. It’s about stepping into your divine feminine, embracing every phase of your evolution, and remembering that your inner Goddess has always been within you, waiting to be fully expressed. When we prioritise our well-being—physically, mentally, and spiritually—we align with our highest purpose. We show up more fully, love more deeply, and move through the world with a quiet, unshakable confidence. If you’re ready to awaken your strength, sensuality, and self-trust, I’m taking on three VIP 1:1 coaching clients this month. DM me or click the link in my bio to begin your journey. Today, and every day, let’s celebrate the depth, resilience, and beauty of being a woman. Our bodies, our minds, our spirits—limitless in power when nurtured with intention.

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Ready for stronger ABS & LEGS with @cristionaaston 🔥? Challenge yourself and your gym buddy with this effective workout! This series of nine exercises can be done anytime, anywhere. ⏰ Hold each exercise for 45-60 seconds. The shorter the rest periods, the more intense the training becomes. 🚨Push yourself to the limit and try to hold the last exercise for as long as possible! Good luck! Don’t forget to save this workout for later use and share it with your gym buddy 🚀! Let’s build that strong core together! 🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 #fitness #workout #abs #legs #gymbuddy #coreworkout #strengthtraining #exercise #fitfam #noexcuses #healthylifestyle #training #fitnessmotivation #homeworkout #getfit #crazygymadventures

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There are quite a few new faces here, so I wanted to take a moment to reintroduce myself. I’m Cristíona, a Mentor Health Coach, helping clients online to optimise their health, energy, and confidence from the inside out. I’ve lived in quite a few places around the world, but Bali is home… for now! I’m divorced, no children, and passionate about helping women see that life after 40, life after divorce, can actually be the best chapter yet. I like to say that I’m plant-based, but I do also eat meat now and again when it’s locally sourced and humanely farmed. I also love seafood and try to keep it as local as possible—quality, sustainability, and balance are key for me. I’m also excited to share that next week, I’m starting a teacher training course in meditation, deepening my knowledge so I can support you even more. Some of the things I’m most passionate about: • Hiking in mountains • Spending time with my family (including my 25 nieces and nephews!) • Developing my philanthropy interests • Weightlifting • Loyalty + just being a good human • Walking by the sea • Breath work • Scuba diving • Classical music • Good food, good company & the occasional glass of wine My purpose in life is to share that being healthy doesn’t mean you have to be on a diet. Health is a lifestyle. It’s about learning to embrace your body, feed it well, nourish it, and love it—because it’s the only body you have. Move it. Use it. Take care of it, and it will take care of you. Here’s to growth, health, and creating a life you truly love—at any stage. Tell me about you! What’s something you’re passionate about?

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Our bodies are not meant to look the same every day. As women, we fluctuate throughout the month—hormones shift, water retention changes, energy levels rise and fall. This was me 2.5 weeks ago, and today I feel softer, more bloated, and a little less defined. And I’ll be honest, there was a time when that would have really bothered me. Photoshoots can be incredibly triggering. Seeing yourself captured in a single moment, in perfect lighting, can create an unrealistic standard—even for those of us who know better. Thankfully, I’ve learned to navigate this much better than I did ten years ago. But now, at 43, I’m also facing the reality that keeping weight off and maintaining muscle is harder than it used to be. I used to think I had to fight against these changes—to always look my “best,” to push through fatigue, to eat less when I felt puffy. But learning to honour my body instead of punishing it changed everything. Now, I move because I love my body, not because I’m trying to control it. I nourish it with real food because I want to feel strong and energised, not because I’m trying to shrink. For those of us in our 30s, 40s, and beyond, this is the mindset shift that truly matters. Loving your body doesn’t mean loving how it looks every day—it means respecting it enough to care for it, through every phase, every change, every season. And for men—your support matters more than you know. Women go through constant physiological shifts. When you offer patience, kindness, and understanding instead of pressure or judgment, it creates a space where we can thrive. And I promise you, that love comes back tenfold. If you’ve ever struggled with body image, if you’ve felt frustrated with the changes that come with age, hormones, or life itself—I hear you. You’re not alone. What’s one thing you’ve done to improve your relationship with your body? Let’s start this conversation.

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A few days mini break at the beautiful @yasminvillasbali 5 minutes from Padang Padang beach in Uluwatu, save for your next visit to Bali! 🌴☀️ Photos @ruilucas_

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Sometimes it’s hard, sometimes it’s less hard. It’s never easy. Currently sitting around the 100kg mark for hip thrusts. Being sick took me a bit off track and now just took another week off training because… life, but I’m back at it this week and let’s see what the next 4 weeks of my personal program gets me. Why hip thrusts? They’re not just about aesthetics. The hip thrust is a compound movement that builds serious lower-body strength while also engaging your core for stability. Strong glutes improve posture, reduce lower back pain, and enhance athletic performance—key for anyone who sits a lot or wants to move better, pain-free. Remember: rest if you must, but don’t you quit! Wishing you all the best week ahead.

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They say the eyes are the doors to the soul. Have you ever experienced immediate soul connection through eye contact? Or is that just chemistry? 🧪

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The latest 2025 research is clear - even moderate alcohol consumption has a huge impact on your nervous system, recovery, hormones, cravings, and longevity. What is moderate consumption you might ask? It’s so easy to forget that it’s defined as: • Women: No more than one unit per day • Men: No more than two units per day But what does that actually look like? • One unit = half a pint of beer (5% ABV), a small glass (125ml) of wine (12% ABV), or a single measure (25ml) of spirits (40% ABV). • A large glass of wine (250ml) is around 3 units, meaning just one glass already takes you over the recommended daily limit. Just one or two drinks can: • Lower HRV for up to 48 hours, increasing stress on your nervous system • Disrupt sleep, leaving you tired, foggy, and craving sugar • Spike cortisol, making fat loss harder and energy levels crash • Impact hormones, raising estrogen and lowering testosterone • Slow training progress, reducing strength, endurance, and recovery And if you drink regularly, you might not even know how INCREDIBLE you could feel without it!!! Try three weeks alcohol-free and you’ll notice: • Less bloating, better digestion, clothes fitting better • More energy, better focus, clearer thinking • No more relying on alcohol for confidence or socialising I track my HRV with my @ouraring & @whoop and even one drink has a huge impact on my sleep & how I feel the next day. Recently I had a very unusual 4 drinks and the next day was a wipeout for me 😖 But this isn’t about quitting, it’s about understanding the trade-offs and making choices that serve you. Do you really need that drink? Or would some breath work make you feel way better? If in company, try sparkling water with some fresh lime or elderflower cordial. Drinking sweet mocktails are also not going to do you any favours! Have you ever taken a break from alcohol? What did you notice?

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Shadow work isn’t just about integrating the parts of ourselves we suppress—it’s about sitting with the emotions we’ve been avoiding, the ones that feel too heavy to carry. And few emotions are heavier than grief. “Grief is love with nowhere to go” - Jamie Anderson When we lose someone—through death, a breakup, or even the slow drifting apart of a relationship—we don’t stop loving them. The love remains, but suddenly, there’s no place for it to land. No text to send, no hand to hold, no presence to pour it into. So, it lingers, weighing us down, surfacing in unexpected ways. In shadow work, we meet this grief head-on. We stop running from it. We sit with it, allow it to be felt, and in doing so, we find new ways to honour that love. It may never have the same destination again, but that doesn’t mean it has to be lost within us. If you’re navigating grief, let it flow. Journal. Move. Breathe. Let the love that feels trapped find a new way to express itself. Because healing doesn’t mean forgetting—it means integrating. Have you ever experienced grief that shifted your entire world? Let’s talk about it below. ⬇️ Photo @_pursuitofparadise_