• Weight Loss Mini Series - 5: Weeks 4 & 5
    Jun 19 2024

    The next episode in the mini series where I document my own weight loss progress.

    This episode covers weeks 4 & 5. Including navigating the kids being off for half term, family birthdays, injuries & cake.

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    14 mins
  • The real reason diets succeed - and the common reason that they often fail
    Jun 5 2024

    Fad diets are often sold as some magic that is going to get us to our goals where others have failed.

    In reality they all work for the same reason.

    In this episode I cover what that reason is and why but I also look beyond that.

    Sadly the majority of diets fail too, either while trying them or after, when people regain lost weight (and more).

    I alos explore the common reason for this failure is and what you can do about it. HINT: It's not your willpower!

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    19 mins
  • Weight Loss Mini Series - 4: Week 3 Review
    Jun 3 2024

    Another episode in my series documenting my own weight loss progress.

    This is a real world example of someone trying to lose body fat is a controlled and sustainable way, without cutting out food groups or doing excessive exercise.

    In this episode I cover how week 3 went, including what to do when the scales don't budge for days despite doing "everything right".

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    10 mins
  • Weight Loss Mini Series - 3: Week 2 Review
    Jun 1 2024

    Update on how week 2 of my weight loss plan has progressed.

    I'll cover how the week went, what I had to be mindful of and what I did when the scales jumped up 3lbs overnight.

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    7 mins
  • Weight Loss Mini Series - 2: Week 1 Review
    May 16 2024

    Recap on how the first week of my weight loss plan went.

    I'll recap the stats and numbers, what went well and what was more challenging.

    Hopefully you will find a real-world example of a balanced weight loss plan useful.

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    11 mins
  • Weight Loss Mini Series - 1: Setting up and getting started
    May 13 2024

    A new mini-series of podcasts where I will document my own weight loss phase.

    In this episode I will cover:

    • Starting point and target
    • My nutrition approach
    • What I track, how and why
    • Training & exercise approach

    I hope you enjoy

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    15 mins
  • Is Middle Age Spread Inevitable?
    Mar 27 2024

    It's often been said that our metabolism drops as we age and therefore weight gain is inevitable. But is that the case?

    I dive into this and explain why we have more control than we think and outline some simple steps we can take to combat this as we age.

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    19 mins
  • Beyond Calorie Counting
    Mar 22 2024

    Calorie counting is a great tool for me. But, I also recognise it is not for everyone.

    In this episode I outline the approach I would take instead and why.

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    11 mins