In this episode, I give you a quick tip on where to start when it comes to managing your over eating cycles, tried and tested with 100s of individuals. If you're ready for support with coaching, to finally break disordered eating habits for good, or to achieve your goals whilst keeping your relationship with food and body intact, or would simply like to chat about what options may suit you, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching...
Aug 07, 2023•13 min
In this episode I chat to long term client, Aurelie. Aurelie shares a little about her background, including her problematic relationship with food and body image growing up, and forming a life changing relationship with exercise post back injury, and everything we have worked on together to bring her to a place of flourishing :) If you're ready for support with coaching, through methods that keep your relationship with food and body intact, or would simply like to chat about what options may su...
Mar 27, 2023•34 min
In this episode I give you a 10 minute tip around shifting your focus to what matters when working towards your goals, and to get better results. If you're ready for support with coaching, through methods that keep your relationship with food and body intact, or would simply like to chat about what options may suit you, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching
Mar 10, 2023•12 min
In this episode I am joined by the fantastic Shona! Shona is a Personal Trainer specialising in supporting pre and post natal females, with a specialist interest in pelvic floor function following her own journey postpartum. In this episode we chat about : - Pre/postpartum worries - Pelvic floor health and misinformation - Tying our bodies to our worth as females - Internalised misogyny - Keeping ourselves fit and well mentally and physically across our lives If you are interested in Shona's wor...
Feb 01, 2023•1 hr 5 min
In this episode I am joined by the fantastic Alex Jordon. Alex is a registered therapist, who works with both children and adults on a 1-1 basis. Alex shares psychology based advice on forming and breaking habits, and how we can use this in our day to day lives. If you are interested in how therapy can support you, you can contact Alex here: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/alex-jordon https://www.instagram.com/alexjordoncounselling/?hl=en-gb As always, if you are not a curre...
Jan 12, 2023•34 min
In this episode I discuss: My top 7 tips for for setting up your goals this New year, in a healthful, sustainable way! As always, if you are not a current client and would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching
Jan 06, 2023•16 min
We've recorded this podcast to explain what 'Thrive in 5' is all about! Thrive in 5 is a 5 pillar, 5 month coaching programme that will cover all of the key areas you need to get to a place where you can truly thrive. Each month we will focus on a specific health pillar. These are: 👉🏻 Body image 👉🏻 Improving your relationship with food 👉🏻 Physical & hormonal health 👉🏻 Dealing with loss of identity 👉🏻 Social/ environmental health As you move through the course in your own members sp...
Dec 04, 2022•14 min
In this episode I discuss: *The implications of an all or nothing mentality *Embracing imperfect action as the route to success *The restriction and overconsumption cycle, and how to avoid it As always, if you are not a current client and would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching
Nov 23, 2022•24 min
In this episode I discuss Intuitive Eating vs Eating intuitively; *What are both of these *When are they applicable *When are they not applicable *My thoughts as a health focussed coach and nutritionist As always, if you are not a current client and would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching
Nov 16, 2022•28 min
In this episode I discuss client questions: *I want to build my glutes, but I'm worried about going into a surplus *My scale weight is maintaining on 1500, should I drop my calories? *I'm only going out once per week but I'm not dropping weight. What's going on? *When I'm out with my friends, I feel uncomfortable when people talk about my body. Its making me not want to go out. As always, if you are not a current clients and would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: http...
Nov 10, 2022•28 min
In this episode I discuss client questions: *The nuances, benefits and necessity of each macro nutrient *Nutrients needs for health *Thinking about nutrition on a wider perspective than aesthetics As always, if you are not a current clients and would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching
Oct 26, 2022•34 min
In this episode I discuss client questions: *I feel in a funk - how can I get out of it? *The media at the moment is negatively effecting my mental health *Seeing smaller bodies on social media is making me feel negatively about my own body As always, if you are not a current clients and would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching
Oct 19, 2022•21 min
In this episode we discuss: Transitioning out of body building style training and food patterns Negative body image and mood Things to consider heading into off season If you found this helpful, and would like to more FREE content around this topic, head to: @theflourishingcompetitor @charlypfit @dannibosworth on instagram And join our Facebook Community; The Flourishing Competitor, for more practical content and to submit your questions! If youre ready for support with 1-1 coaching, reach out t...
Oct 19, 2022•52 min
In this episode we answer: What is the difference between overeating and binging and is it normal How do you stop overeating? There can be the cultural /social pressure to overeat/ignore fullness cues and leave a clean plate when eating meals provided by family or friends. How would you advise setting boundaries with this? Can someone pursue a fat loss phase even whilst experiencing instances of overeating? If you found this helpful, and would like to more FREE content around this topic, head to...
Oct 11, 2022•34 min
In this episode I discuss client questions: *How can I still eat out and lose body fat? *I've tested positive for covid- what needs to change? *Winter is coming- things to consider when it comes to consistency As always, if you are not a current clients and would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching
Oct 05, 2022•30 min
In this episode I discuss gut health: *What is the gut / digestive system? *Myths/ common thoughts around gut health *Practical tips to support gut health *Psychological tips to support gut health (featuring advice from Dr Sula Windgassen following her lecture at the Level Up conference) *Shifting from an exclusion to inclusion mindset around food As always, if you would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coachin...
Sep 28, 2022•35 min
In this episode we discuss client questions: *Is a fitness watch worth it? *Do I have to eat breakfast? *Knee pain during squats *Why don’t I have a carbohydrate goal set? As always, if you would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching
Sep 21, 2022•33 min
In this episode I am joined by counsellor and therapist; Alex Jordon. Alex is a registered therapist, working with young people and adults in per public and private work. In this podcast we chat about: *Where to begin with stopping emotional eating *Being triggered by the food relationships of loved ones after improving your own relationship with food *Feeling controlled by by fitness pal and the scale weight If you would like to contact Alex directly you can find her here: https://www.instagram...
Sep 07, 2022•34 min
In this episode I talk about: *What is the peri/menopause/post menopause? *How does this effect you? *What do we consider from a coaching perspective? *How can we manage these factors *Potential lifestyle and health implications As always, if you would like to chat about anything raised in today's podcast, or you're ready for support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching...
Aug 31, 2022•25 min
How many days to take off training when unwell? Managing digestive issues Setting boundaries with loved ones around body image conversations Mobility/yoga sessions (free, youtube etc) Pros and cons of things like hello fresh Managing life events and your goals As always, if you would like more support with coaching, you can get in touch below: https://www.instagram.com/charlypfit www.charlypfit.co.uk/coaching...
Aug 23, 2022•34 min
In this episode I am joined by counsellor and therapist; Alex Jordon. Alex is a registered therapist, working with young people and adults in per public and private work. In this podcast we chat about: *Food thoughts and preoccupation *Binge Eating *Struggles with fat loss and being able to remove body fat and keep it off for good (health focussed) *Common struggles of those with a fitness background *Managing anxiety, panic attacks and lifestyle factors that surround these If you would like to ...
Aug 16, 2022•59 min
In this episode we discuss: *Managing social occasions and getting results *'Undoing your progress' on holiday *Stress - how your exercise and nutrition should be aiding this not making it more difficult to manage If you're new here, feel free to follow on instagram @charlypfit / @theflourishingcompetitor for post bodybuilding/competing specific support My DMs are always open for questions and if you're ready for some extra support with your goals, you can finding my coaching application links a...
Aug 09, 2022•31 min
In this episode we discuss: *Navigating holidays without ‘undoing’ progress *Training with imbalances *Working towards carbohydrate targets If you're new here, feel free to follow on instagram @charlypfit / @theflourishingcompetitor for post bodybuilding/competing specific support My DMs are always open for questions and if you're ready for some extra support with your goals, you can finding my coaching application links at www.charlypfit.co.uk...
Jul 27, 2022•24 min
In this episode we discuss: *Getting consistent with a calorie goal *Body checking and instant results *Peer pressure and setting boundaries in social situations *DOMS - what are they and are they 'normal' If you're new here, feel free to follow on instagram @charlypfit / @theflourishingcompetitor for post bodybuilding/competing specific support My DMs are always open for questions and if you're ready for some extra support with your goals, you can finding my coaching application links at www.ch...
Jul 20, 2022•26 min
In this episode we chat about: *Throwing yourself into another commitment post show *Hair loss and stress *Progress photos; useful or harmful? *Transitioning away from Bodybuilding when you're not quite ready to (due to injury etc), and dealing with FOMO *Deciding stepping away is the best decision for you being labelled as 'not wanting it enough' *'PTSD' when going back to the gym after competing *Accepting your body after you stop competing *Things we've learned that have surprised us since wo...
Jul 20, 2022•56 min
In this episode we discuss: The 3 biggest ways that, contrary to belief, rest can be the quickest ways to reach your goals. If you're new here, feel free to follow on instagram @charlypfit / @theflourishingcompetitor for post bodybuilding/competing specific support My DMs are always open for questions and if you're ready for some extra support with your goals, you can finding my coaching application links at www.charlypfit.co.uk
Jul 19, 2022•17 min
In this episode we discuss: *Running and hypertrophy goals *Exercises that will build glutes *Photos vs scale weight for monitoring fat loss If you're new here, feel free to follow on instagram @charlypfit / @theflourishingcompetitor for post bodybuilding/competing specific support My DMs are always open for questions and if you're ready for some extra support with your goals, you can finding my coaching application links at www.charlypfit.co.uk
Jul 16, 2022•27 min
In this episode we discuss: *Managing weekends in line with your goals *Periods and managing symptoms *Menopause and common barriers *Structuring your calories If you're new here, feel free to follow on instagram @charlypfit / @theflourishingcompetitor for post bodybuilding/competing specific support My DMs are always open for questions and if you're ready for some extra support with your goals, you can finding my coaching application links at www.charlypfit.co.uk...
Jul 05, 2022•27 min
In this episode I talk you through my brand new programme; Align Mind & Body! My aim with Align is to bring coaching to the majority, and create a programme that will give you full support, guidance, knowledge and community across training, nutrition and mindset, in an affordable package. If you're ready to sign up and take action, you can do so here: www.charlypfit.co.uk/home/
Jun 26, 2022•6 min
In this episode we discuss: *3 big causes for over eating that I see often as a coach *What we can implement to help manage this *When to get support from a coach If you're new here, feel free to follow on instagram @charlypfit / @theflourishingcompetitor for post bodybuilding/competing specific support My DMs are always open for questions and you can finding my coaching application links at www.charlypfit.com/home/
Jun 21, 2022•13 min