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Sarah McGovern Vaughan

@sarahmcgovern

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Agency Manager @ The Sunday Times Model@Assets Agency. UNICEF & National Spring Clean Ambassador.Wifey & Mommy to 2 munchkins! 💙💖

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Reflecting on the 5 things I learned this year on my fitness journey all thanks to @theselfloverevolution_ :

1. Nutrition: It’s not about strict restriction, but conscious eating and balance. I focused on calorie awareness and increasing protein, realising I can still enjoy my favorite foods and No, I haven’t even given up alcohol!!!

2. Steps: Consistency is key. Getting up and moving daily has become part of my routine. Breaking it up into 20/30 min walks has made it more realistic for me to achieve .

3. Water: Vital for everything! I try aim for 2-3 litres daily, with a mid-morning goal otherwise I’m trying to make up for it too late and I’m up all night running to the bathroom!!! .

4. Exercise: Holly helped me find the right combination for me, which includes 3 x workouts at home with weights. Never thought I’d be a workout from home person!! I also trained at weekends for a #tryka in October with my @ubxstepaside family 🤪💪 and I’m aiming for another end of January. I’ve realised I need a goal to work towards in order to stay focused 💪

5. Sleep: The vital factor that brings everything together – this one I didn’t realise how important it is and I still haven’t mastered it but it’s my 2026 goal to do better 😴

I couldn’t have done it without Holly @theselfloverevolution_ help.. I have needed the accountability to get me motivated and I have also realised that I love ticking boxes at the end of the day with what I have achieved ✅ 😂😂it’s the little things that all add up though!! I’m looking forward to keeping it up in 2026 🙏💖💪🎉
#collab #FitnessJourney #strength #perimenopause taken in Dublin, Ireland by @sarahmcgovern

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10 months ago

I have been sort of avoiding putting these pics up to be honest.. what will people think etc? and then someone said to me, why not , you should be proud of what you have achieved and do you know what…I am proud of what I’ve done.. 💪

I know I didn’t need to loose loads of weight but I wanted to shift some and tone up but little did I know I would get to a stage where I am so happy with the tone that I’d be showing off the guns!!! (No I’m not entering a body building competition!!! 🤪)

12 weeks ago this incredible person came into my life and has given me an unbelievable amount of help… Tips, tools, ideas, accountability, encouragement, support in every area of my health journey! @theselfloverevolution_ I could not have done this without you, you have given me that pep in my step back and a new found confidence in myself (something that people think I probably have plenty of, but actually don’t! ) I cant thank you enough 🥰😘💪.

If you want to know more about @theselfloverevolution_ and how her real methods get real results check her page out! There are only two days left to sign up to her new program Elevate! #collab #healthcoach #healthjourney #perimenopause #accountability #ﬁtness by @sarahmcgovern

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Louise Kennedy AW show this evening. Stunning as always 🖤💛 #fashionshow #aw26 #designer @louisekennedyofficial @sineadkeenanstylist @assetsmodels @assetsmodelscork by @sarahmcgovern

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Third @tryka (2nd singles) and not going to lie this one was the toughest! The heat almost killed me 🥵(can’t imagine doing it abroad!!) ..

I was done after the 3rd workout but you have to keep going once you’re there so I gave myself a talking to! (Honestly at one point I thought childbirth was easier🙈)
Thank god I had my baby to drag me to the finish line!!

I wanted to beat my last time but I made it in exactly the same time 1.07 mins (slightly annoying!!) and the stats show i was 13th in my age category!!!! (There may have only been 14 in the category though 😂😂) but not too shabby hey?!! 🤪🤪

This has just been a goal, something to work towards to keep fit for now and for when I’m 80.. will I do it again??! Only with a partner to make it a bit of fun again! Any takers?!!

Massive thank you to my @ubxstepaside family for all the training and support each weekend to get me through 💪💪and not forgetting @theselfloverevolution_ for my weekly workouts, nutrition and mindset to set me up to achieve my goals! You’re all bloody brilliant! 🙏💖#tryka #workout #support #nutrition #perimenopausehealth by @sarahmcgovern

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I couldn’t resist!! From day one to the last day! Seeing her grow up is such a privilege and I don’t take it for granted! 💖🙏Big milestone! Im not crying I swear!!!! 😭😭 by @sarahmcgovern

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Today marks a big milestone in our lives! Robyn finishes Primary school! It seems like only yesterday she started.. it’s true what they say.. the days are long but the years go so fast! So proud of our little (tall 🤪) girl who has managed to smile the whole way through her 8 years at Gaelscoil! On to the next chapter of life…. 💖🙏💖🙏#primary #gaelscoil #summer26 by @sarahmcgovern

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I took my first ever reformer Pilates class yesterday at the beautiful @formschool.pilates studio!!! They had organised a fabulous event with @theskindiary & @apparel_formschool .. thank you @ellenredmondpilates for easing me in!! Can’t wait to try the SPF 🧴 and I’m a big fan of the socks already 🧦 thank you so much for having me 💗💖💞#reformerpilates #pilates #skin #skincareroutine #ﬁtness taken in Form School Pilates by @sarahmcgovern

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From the red carpet to the pavement.. it’s not all glamour!!! 🤪 recorded last night In the rain!!! One year with @theselfloverevolution_ and while I was fearful in the beginning, I know it’s the best decision I have ever made! 💪Thank you Holly for all your help and guidance and making everything now part of my daily life! #healthcoach #nutrition #perimenopause by @sarahmcgovern

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What a night at the @vip.magazine #styleawards2026 🥂🎉 A massive thank you to my style guru @barbarameade @theshowroomstyle for styling me with this beautiful suit from @silvianheach #muse collection and @alexandermcqueen bag! The stunning earrings are from the fabulous Irish designer @melissacurrydesign Hair by @ceiralamberthairconsultancy and makeup by @paula_callan_makeup. If only I could have the village of help every week and get dolled up! 🥰. Delighted to celebrate a year with @theselfloverevolution_ too and what a difference a year has made!! 💪🙏. Thank you @rebeccabradyy @taradolloconnor & team for a wonderful night 🥂🎉🥳💖 #styleawards #redcarpet taken in InterContinental Dublin by @sarahmcgovern

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Happy birthday @ubxstepaside So much fun working out this morning and with all the kids too! Fab food, games and prizes 🎉🥳🥂💪 Here’s to many more years in the community xxx by @sarahmcgovern

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Only coming up for air after #tryka singles on Saturday morning!!! 🥵🥵.

After pulling my back badly on the 2nd of Jan and almost going to pull out, I’m very happy with my time and not having done any further damage 🙏.

You do start to question.. why?.. half way around 🤪but then you dig deep and think it’s a goal to work towards as I want to be fit and healthy when I’m 90!!

A massive thank you to my @ubxstepaside family and coaches @raf.lomo & @manuelita80 for all their guidance and support for the past few months and there to cheer us all on, you’re amazing! 🙏💪💖

And to @theselfloverevolution_ for her help with my mid week training, food guidance and general kick me up the ass support I need weekly!! I couldn’t have done it without you all! 🙏👏💪💙

#healthcoach #training #motivation ﬁtness #perimenopause taken in RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin by @sarahmcgovern

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I have always loved my supplements.. but they need to be good and not cost a fortune too! Excited to try these OPTAMINS available from @mccabespharmacy . They have an offer running till the 28th of jan of buy one get one half price across their entire range of vitamins and supplements. Perfect for stocking up on the wellness essentials for 2026 💪💖 #supplements #gift #perimenopause by @sarahmcgovern

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