Your Holiday prep guide with Anna McNally
Feel Confident, Energised & Truly You
Anna McNally writes from the same place she works, practical, encouraging and grounded, which is why her holiday prep guide feels less about pressure and more about helping people head into summer feeling stronger, more prepared and realistic about what confidence actually looks like when everyday life is still happening.

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Confidence First
Confidence doesn’t come from hitting a certain weight or size, it’s built through what you do daily.
Instead of focusing on how your body looks, focus on what it can do. Getting stronger, feeling fitter, and showing up consistently builds real self-belief.
This is something I see all the time with my clients. Whether through group fitness classes or one-to-one coaching, there’s something powerful about pushing yourself in a supportive environment.
02
Nutrition Fundamentals; Keep it simple
You don’t need crash diets or extremes to feel your best.
Stick to the basics:
– Prioritise protein
– Eat balanced meals
– Stay hydrated
– Focus on consistency, not perfection
If you want to feel more “toned,” strength training alongside good nutrition is key. Building lean muscle helps shape and define your physique in a sustainable way.
It’s something I focus on closely with clients—helping them fuel their body properly while still enjoying their lifestyle.
03
Mindset Reset – This Changes Everything
You won’t suddenly feel confident when you reach a goal…you build it now.
Shift your focus:
From looks → to how you feel
From perfection → to presence
From comparison → to appreciation
Your holiday isn’t about having the “best body” on the beach. It’s about making memories, relaxing, and enjoying yourself.
And you don’t need to change a thing to deserve that.

Anna McNally is one of the driving forces behind Project Phoenix Southport, a family-run Southport fitness project built around helping people begin again without intimidation. Alongside Rick McNally, she has created a space designed especially for beginners, returners, and anyone who may have lost confidence around exercise, where the focus is less on performance and more on steady progress, accountability and feeling supported from the moment you walk in.

Find more voices, stories, and what’s on in this months Southport’s Journey Magazine

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