TalkFit2Me

Episode 4 - TalkFit2Me: From Law to Lycra: The MileShyClub Story

Would you quit your day job to follow a dream? That’s exactly what Jane Dennison did. (aka @mrsmileshy) This week on TalkFit2Me, we hear how Jane went from a high-powered legal career to leading that very first MileShyClub Couch to 5k session along the canal in Sale. It’s an inspiring story about courage, community and finding purpose. Edited by: Yusuf Nazar

Episode 3 - TalkFit2Me: Menopause Unfiltered: Real Talk for World Menopause Day

It’s not often Jane swears… but this week’s episode of TalkFit2Me comes close. 😅 For World Menopause Day (18th October), we’re revisiting one of our most listened-to topics — the menopause — and getting real about what it means for everyday life. Menopause expert Gail chats with Jane to share practical, down-to-earth advice on managing symptoms, and the pair dive into a question that keeps coming up in our exercise groups: what’s the deal with collagen? Honest chat, relatable stories, and no-nonsense insights — because midlife deserves a proper conversation. 🎧 New episode out tomorrow at 8am, wherever you get your podcasts. #TalkFit2Me #WorldMenopauseDay #MenopauseMatters #Perimenopause #MidlifeWomen #Collagen #MenopauseAwareness

Episode 2 - TalkFit2Me: Dad, the Stopwatch, and the Cigarettes

In this week’s episode , Jane and Gail reminisce about the powerful role Gail’s dad played in her running journey and we reflect on why running isn’t always just about the clock. We chat about different types of runners and the inspiration seen at the back of the pack, with the occasional reference to flamingo hats! We also get real about the struggles of quitting smoking, the stigma around it, and how vaping and exercise intertwine. Grab a cuppa, pull up a chair, and listen to real fitness professionals talking about the realities of what it means to be healthy - and everything in-between!

Episode 1 - TalkFit2Me: Fat, Fit and Fabulous

Join Jane and Gail on this week's episode as they dive deep into what it truly means to be fat, and why embracing your body is a powerful step in your fitness journey. From finding the best time of day to exercise, to getting that motivational boost, they’ve got you covered! Plus, they share all about the "Let's Lift the Curfew" campaign relaunching on October 27th, gush over some fabulous boots, and eventouch on TED talking, ultra running and jeffing! It’s a jam-packed, inspiring, and fun chat that will leave you ready to lace up those shoes (and maybe buy some new ones)! Edited by: Yusuf Nazar

Episode 8 - TalkFit2Me: Beginners’ Couch to 5K questions, plus support for your boobs & pelvic floor

This week’s episode tackles common beginners’ running fears, perfect for anyone starting their Couch to 5K journey. We dive into questions like: * How old is too old to start running? * Can anyone run?  * How fit do I have to be? * What should I wear for running? * Can you run during perimenopause? * And how to manage those unexpected “caught short” moments! Plus, we discuss finding proper support for your boobs and pelvic floor, because running comfortably is key. It’s real talk with real women about the issues that matter most to beginners and women runners at every stage. ☕ Grab a cuppa, take a break, and join the conversation about running, fitness, and women’s health. #PodcastLaunch #WomenWhoRun #C25k #CouchTo5K #BeginnersRunning #RunningSupport #PelvicFloorHealth #WomenRunning #PerimenopauseFitness #RunningTips #WomenOver40#RunningCommunity #FitnessForWomen #RunningCommunity #PodcastRecommendation Edited by: Yusuf Nazar Sources: Octogenarian runner Barbara Thackray, 86, advises “Listen to your body”, BBC News, https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c39k3rll8mno [https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c39k3rll8mno] Altius Healthcare’s clinics provide expert physiotherapy and comprehensive women’s pelvic health services, treating a wide range of conditions from incontinence and pelvic pain to pregnancy and postnatal care, https://www.altiushealthcare.co.uk/womens-health/ [https://www.altiushealthcare.co.uk/womens-health/] “Pelvic floor exercises for female runners”, Runner’s World, https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/health/a42473421/pelvic-floor-exercises/ [https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/health/a42473421/pelvic-floor-exercises/]