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With over 15 years in front of the camera, Cristíona has transformed her career as a successful model into a thriving presence in lifestyle medicine and holistic wellness. Now a respected health coach with over 26,000 Instagram followers, she blends her background in fashion with a genuine passion for helping others achieve balanced, fulfilling lives.
An advocate for both mental and physical well-being, Cristíona teaches mindfulness and meditation, guiding her followers in the art of staying grounded in today’s fast-paced world. As a certified health coach, she also shares her expertise in nutrition and runs online wellness challenges, empowering her audience to make sustainable lifestyle changes. Her content reflects a multifaceted approach to wellness, including her passion for weightlifting and strength training as powerful tools for resilience and confidence.
Whether she’s hiking in nature, exploring new destinations, or simply sharing insights from her day, Cristíona inspires her community to embrace a lifestyle that’s active, mindful, and rooted in self-care. She offers a unique blend of style, expertise, and a holistic approach to health that resonates with her dedicated followers, helping them connect to both inner peace and physical vitality.
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141Happy Christmas all! 🌴❤️🎄 Snorkling with turtles, dolphins, surfing, vibing with friends on a private yacht. Christmas is good this year, first of a kind, first away from family. Love and miss you all. ❤️
28475981When 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 😅
5574146Hi! I’m Cristíona, 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.
4110Flying to France today to begin the Camino de Santiago. As my brother so kindly reminded me, I’ve never left the house with a bag this small — let alone for weeks on end. But that’s the point. I’m craving simplicity. To strip life back to the essentials. To test my will, my body, and to walk with God and with myself, in a deeper way. I know there will be hardship. I know there will be discomfort. But I also know there will be lessons, magic, and moments that will stay with me forever. In a world full of pain, suffering, hatred, and noise, I feel incredibly blessed to be able to take this journey. It feels like the right path, right now. I’ll be documenting the whole experience — so if you’ve dreamt of doing the Camino or have questions along the way, let me know. #caminodesantiago #pilgrimagejourney #pilgrimage
599I just can’t help myself … what toxins can you not live without?! Thanks @southwilliamclinic for looking after me as usual, today I had a gorgeous Hydrafacial and Botox with @dramanda_southwilliamclinic - she’s incredible - I love a natural look and she gets it just right every single time. I trust her 100%! #ambassador #collab #skincare #botox #irishbeautysalon #southwilliamclinic #behonest
16030Your life is just getting started 🙌🏼💟 44 >>>> 33 in LA #strongnotskinny #fitat40 #gyminspiration #fitspo
16045Do you follow me for fitspo? Age positivity? Because you think I’m “hot”? An old friend? Family? Either way hello! I’m glad you’re here. And don’t just lurk, say hi. Tell me who you are, why you follow, and what content you’d like to see more of. I’ll start and how much did you know already?! 🙃 I’m Cristíona (Irish spelling—pronounced Cristina). I’m 44, born in Donegal to English parents who came for the quiet life. They grew veg, fished, and raised nine kids. I’m number seven. I’ve lived a few lives: artist in the Algarve, sports massage therapist, law graduate, actress/model, wife (a role I left in London a week before lockdown (- good timing or fate?!)). I had already started to develop my love of people and lifting weights into a side career as a PT, and a year later I began training as a health coach with the College of Naturopathic Medicine in London. During Covid lockdown, back home in Ireland, I carried on online, and also studied nutrition with Cornell University. Most recently, I spent six months in Bali where I trained as a meditation teacher. Breathwork had already healed so much of my overwrought nervous system — Bali gave me the space to deepen that practice and now it’s something I weave into my health coaching and nutrition work. And yes, I’m still modelling, actively working in London and Dublin. I always notice the bikini shots get the most love on here. But at 44, I’m well past the illusion that aesthetics are everything. If my posts inspire you to leave a toxic relationship, embrace a new life, travel more, start a new chapter, stop fearing age, seek help to heal trauma + end toxic cycles, eat more wholefoods, sleep more, practice breath work and meditation, take up fitness for the first time - or re-engage with it after losing your way - then I’m doing what I came here to do. But enough about me. I’d love to hear about you. Who are you, why do you follow, and what would you like to see more of here?
14124Living that West Clare life 💚 longest time in 30 years or more. The quiet life has its benefits! Fresh veg from the garden every day is a start. Being close to people who have known and loved you for 44 years is the best though! Love you @glencarrig and the rest of you no instagram peeps xxxx
1171521-Day Reset starts 08.09 🌅 No diets. No pills. No skinny teas. No jabs. No quick fixes. Just the basics, done daily, for 21 days. Reconnect with your body + your breath and create sustainable changes to close out 2025. DM me to join me and my community for the support you need ❤️✨☀️
3811We don’t all train for the same reasons. And if we’re honest, our “why” isn’t always as pure as we’d like it to be. Discipline. Self-love. Boredom. Escapism. Body dysmorphia. Control. Punishment. Validation. Sometimes it’s strength. Sometimes it’s shadow. Sometimes it’s both in the same set 😮💨 💡 Notice your driver before you step into the gym. – If it’s discipline or self-respect, great — it will probably give you energy. – If it’s punishment, control, or avoidance, it might drain you more than it builds you. Movement isn’t automatically “healthy” — it depends on the why behind it. The more awareness you bring to that, the more training becomes a tool for growth rather than a mask for pain. So ask yourself: Today, am I training from love… or from lack? #healingjourney #healthcoach #healthylifestyle #traindirty #shadowwork #strongnotskinny #fitoverforty
20214Bits ‘n bobs from a slow life right now 🌞💙🌊🌪️🌨️🌈 missing the sun (first pic) but I’m trying to soak up some precious moments with Mum & family in beautiful West Clare where I grew up. #ireland #wildatlanticway #atlantic #westclare #kilkeecliffs
11325No gatekeeping here - I’ve trusted @southwilliamclinic with my skin for years and I’m proud to be an ambassador. Here’s what I’ve had done: ✨ PRP (Vampire Facial): Collagen boost, healing, glow ✨ Microneedling: Smooths texture + evens tone ✨ Botox: Light touch every 6 months (forehead + crow’s feet) ✨ LED Light Therapy: Reduces inflammation + supports healing ✨ Peels: Gentle resurfacing for brighter, clearer skin ✨ Profhilo: Deep hydration + collagen support (my personal fave) ✨ BPL (Broadband Pulsed Light): Targets pigmentation + boosts collagen One of the things I like the most about the SWC is that they’re constantly investing, not just in the machines — but in their team. Bringing the best global treatments and all that know-how back to create tailored skin plans that actually work. And my guys — don’t forget to look after your skin too. Even just a basic facial gives you a deep cleanse, clears out built-up dirt, and makes you look like you’ve had a proper rest. It’s not about changing your face — it’s about brighter, healthier skin and natural results. If you’re curious, DM me. Full transparency — happy to share what’s worked for me 💛 Otherwise contact @southwilliamclinic for a consultation today 🌟 #SouthWilliamClinic #SkinCareForEveryone #NoGatekeeping #PRPSkin #MensSkincare #ProfhiloIreland #MicroneedlingResults #Ambassador
