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Perk and Pace Podcast

Perk and Pace Podcast

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Welcome to the PERK+PACE PODCAST with Matt Bayliss and Lydia Papaphilippopoulos. Where original, authentic conversations are brewed well across lifestyle, hospitality, business, health & fitness, plus much more. Bringing you real stories from real people.Perk and Pace Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Safe spaces and lifting up the LGBTQ+ community
    Jul 14 2025

    In this powerful episode, we sit down with Darrian — a diversity and inclusivity consultant, athlete, and soon-to-be personal trainer — to talk all things fitness, identity, and representation.

    Bullied throughout his youth for his sexuality, Darrian has turned pain into purpose. He’s now on a mission to make the fitness world a safer, more inclusive space for the LGBTQ+ community and anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t belong. From completing marathons and HYROX races to speaking out as a proud voice for change, Darrian proves that showing up as yourself is the strongest move you can make.

    We dive into:

    • The lack of inclusivity in gyms and the fitness industry
    • How bullying shaped Darrian’s drive
    • The power of visibility and community in sport
    • Why we must challenge the status quo in fitness culture

    Message of the episode: Fuck the bullies. Be yourself. And the fitness industry needs to do better.

    If this episode hits home — share it. If you believe in making fitness a place for everyone — like it. And if you want more conversations like this — subscribe and spread the word.

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    50 mins
  • The pause that fuels progress
    Jun 30 2025

    In this episode, Lydia and Matt dive into a topic that every dedicated gym go-er wrestles with: rest days. Why is something so essential often so hard to embrace?

    Whether you're training hard in the gym, pounding the pavement, or juggling workouts around a busy life, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking more is always better. But science—and experience—say otherwise. This conversation explores the psychological barriers that make rest days feel uncomfortable, the internal battles we face when hitting pause, and the real-world benefits that recovery brings to long-term progress.

    Expect a grounded, honest discussion that blends evidence-based insight with lived experience—perfect for high-achieving people navigating training, careers, and life.

    If this resonates, don’t forget to share, like, and subscribe—it helps us keep bringing you real conversations that fuel your journey.



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    38 mins
  • How to prioritise your health when time is short and life is full on
    Jun 16 2025

    Episode: How to Prioritise Your Health When Time Is Short and Life Is Full On
    Inspired by our recent chat with the unstoppable Xanthi, Matt and Lydia are back with a punchy, tip-packed mini episode for anyone juggling work, family, and training—and still wanting to prioritise their health.

    We’re sharing our top strategies for staying consistent, disciplined, and motivated even when life is chaos. No fluff—just real talk, practical tools, and mindset shifts that work in the real world.

    If you’ve ever thought, “I just don’t have the time”—this one’s for you.

    Perfect for high-performing, busy people who train hard, strive for more, and refuse to let their health take a back seat.

    Short, sharp, and seriously useful—don’t miss it. Share it, save it, live it.

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    18 mins
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