Christmas can feel like the official pause button on training… but does it have to be?

In this episode of The Five Points Podcast, I share a real-life, no-pressure take on how I’m approaching training, movement and routine over the festive period — and why “parking it till January” often makes January feel ten times harder.

From dark evenings, cold pitches and Christmas indulgence, to why something is always better than nothing, this episode covers:

• Why keeping some routine over Christmas helps January feel easier

• How movement boosts your mood (even when motivation is low)

• Making the most of extra time off to build simple habits

• Why consistency beats perfection every single time

• How walking, NEAT and everyday movement really add up

This isn’t about smashing PBs or being rigid — it’s about doing enough, staying connected to habits that make you feel good, and setting yourself up for a strong start to 2026.

🎧 Listen in, have a think about what movement could look like for you over the next couple of weeks, and remember: every rep still counts.

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