Ep. 13: Focus on Fibre: You're Probably Not Eating Enough - Here's What To Do About It

Ep. 13: Focus on Fibre: You're Probably Not Eating Enough - Here's What To Do About It

Most of us know we need to eat enough fibre - but often not much more than that. What counts? How much is enough? And is there a way to approach this that doesn't involve obsessively reading food labels? In this episode, I share what you need to know about fibre and a really simple method for getting more of it into your day. I talk about: * What fibre actually is and why it matters for how you feel day-to-day and your long-term health  * The 800g Method: what it is, why I use it with my clients, and why I prefer it to tracking fibre grams * What counts towards your 800g of plants daily   * Examples of how to achieve this in a day  * Practical tips for setting yourself up for success  I recently ran a Focus on Fibre challenge with my coaching clients and many clients felt benefits in just a few days. I share some of what they noticed along the way. Whether you've never thought about your fibre intake before, or, you want to dial things in further, this episode will give you a simple framework for getting more plants on your plate - and feeling better for it.

Ep. 12: Metabolic Health with Max: Blood sugar, diabetes, nutrition and movement

If you've ever wondered what metabolic health means - or whether you should be thinking about blood sugar, glucose spikes or diabetes risk  - this episode is for you. I'm joined by Max, an NHS nutritionist and diabetes expert, to chat about metabolic health for an overview of what that means, and how we can ensure ours.    We cover: * What metabolic health is and why it matters  * Blood sugar, glucose spikes and prediabetes - what these terms mean in practice * The role of food in supporting metabolic health  * Why movement - walking, strength training and moving more - is important  * Why sleep, stress, and social connection matter    * GLP-1 medications - what women should know if they're taking one  A healthy metabolism underpins so much  - this conversation is a great place to start to understand the basics, and what you can do to ensure metabolic health.   Find and follow Max on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxyourhealth_ [https://www.instagram.com/maxyourhealth_]

Ep. 11: Start Here: The Basics of Training to get Stronger

In this episode, I explain some key principles behind strength training: what they are, why they matter, and how I use them in my online coaching with women 40+. I talk about: * The building blocks of training: what reps, sets, load, and complexity all mean - and how to think about them as dials you can turn up or down * Progressive overload: the key principle behind getting stronger, what's happening in your body, and why you have to keep challenging yourself  * Tracking: why it’s important to track your sessions - and the role it plays in progress  * Consistency and repetition: How training regularly is important, and why your programme repeats the same movements over time.   * Recovery: Why resting well is just as important as the training itself If you're new to training or returning after a break, this episode will give you a clearer understanding of what you're doing and why - so you can train with more confidence and get stronger.

Ep. 10: Changing the Way You See Your Body - with Sarah Rees, Body Image Coach

In this episode I'm joined by body image coach Sarah Rees for an open conversation about what body image is, why it matters, and how we can start to build a better relationship with our bodies. We talk about: * What we mean when we talk about body image  * How body image affects the way we move, exercise, and take care of ourselves * Why getting stronger and exercising can improve body image  * The concept of body functionality: shifting focus from how your body looks to what it can do * Small, practical steps to start improving how you feel about your body - including how you talk about it, and where you put your attention I loved having this conversation with Sarah - I think it’s such an important topic and there’s so much crossover with movement and body image. Thanks Sarah for coming on.  Follow Sarah on https://www.instagram.com/sarahreescoach/ [https://www.instagram.com/sarahreescoach/] .

Ep. 9: Moving Country: Fitness, Food & Finding Your Rhythm Again

Moving to a new country can be an exciting adventure - and it can also mean big changes to the routines that support our fitness and health. In this episode of the Move More Podcast, I talk about how relocation can affect our movement habits, fitness routines and nutrition - something I’ve seen first-hand over the past 8 years working with English clients living in France. A move abroad presents both opportunities and challenges. It can interrupt the routines and support systems that once kept us active - and it can also create a rare moment to reset habits and build a new lifestyle that fits this chapter of life. In this episode, I explore both sides of that experience and share practical ideas for maintaining or rebuilding momentum when life changes. I talk about: * The unexpected opportunities relocation can create for new habits * How moving country can disrupt movement and health routines * How environment, culture, and social circles influence our activity levels * The challenges of language barriers, infrastructure, and starting again * Simple ways to maintain and regain momentum, during and after a big move   If you’ve moved to another country, are planning a relocation, or are just curious about the opportunities and challenges, this episode is for you.