In this special “Certain to Change” episode of the Fit for Business and Life Podcast, host Martin Sharp welcomes back award-winning speaker, clinical dietitian and world-class athlete Claire Fudge. With over 22 years of experience, Claire shares hard-earned lessons on high performance, nutrition strategy, and the very real risks of misinformation. Especially for busy professionals trying to optimise their health on the go. Drawing from elite sport and clinical medicine, Claire unpacks how busine...
Jul 14, 2025•52 min
In this episode of the Fit Life podcast, host Martin Sharp speaks with Rik Stevens, founder of Mentally Healthier, a former Met Police officer, and a British Army veteran turned mental wellness coach. Known as the “Calming Chaos Coach,” Rik brings 30+ years of high-pressure frontline experience to the table. Together, they discuss the cost of constant stress, the need for proactive wellbeing strategies, and how busy professionals can regain control over their health and performance before burnou...
Jul 07, 2025•43 min
In this thought-provoking episode of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, host Martin Sharp sits down with Dr Darren Stevens, a developmental psychologist, senior lecturer, speaker and creator of Constructed Development Theory. With a career that bridges academic research and real-world leadership development, Darren shares how the way we think, not just what we think, directly impacts how we lead, make decisions and adapt to change. This episode explores: 🔈What Constructed Development Theory...
Jun 30, 2025•51 min
In this deeply personal and energising episode of the Fit for Life podcast, host Martin Sharp is joined by long-time friend and ultra-marathon runner Gabriel Flores. Together, they explore how running and mindset can become essential tools for overcoming adversity, building resilience, and thriving under pressure in running, business and life. From completing a triple marathon challenge to navigating elite ultra events like the Thames Path 100 and the Spartathlon, Martin and Gabriel unpack the h...
Jun 16, 2025•45 min•Season 3Ep. 8
This episode of the Fit for Life podcast features a power-packed conversation between host Martin Sharp and special guest Claire Fudge, a clinical dietitian, high-performance nutritionist and coach to elite athletes and ambitious professionals. If you're a busy business owner, executive, or high-performing professional, this is your essential guide to optimising energy, health, and productivity through smarter nutrition and personal strategy. Whether you’re running marathons or million-pound pro...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 7
Inspired by Martin’s journey? Join us on our next big adventure — climbing Mount Kilimanjaro this September! 🌍⛰️👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/martin-sharp-88934563443--------In the final episode of Season 3, Martin and Dominic bring the running-themed series to a close with a deep dive into methodology, exploring how busy professionals, business owners and consultants can design and sustain a performance-driven routine, even with packed schedules and competing priorities.This episode is all...
Jun 02, 2025•24 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In this episode of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness explore the importance of monitoring your progress and listening to your body, both in running and in life. From wearables and smart rings to hand-written training logs. They unpack the tools and techniques that help track performance, spot trends, and make smarter decisions. Whether you’re a data lover, a weekend runner or someone looking to level up your health and business performance, this episode give...
May 26, 2025•26 min•Season 3Ep. 5
In this episode of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness dive into the vital — and often underestimated — topic of moderation. With a special focus on running, they explore how proper rest, recovery, and mindset can make or break your progress. Whether it's understanding the power of quality sleep, scheduling workouts to fit your week, or giving yourself permission to pause, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for high-performing professionals who want ...
May 19, 2025•29 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Triple Marathon Challenge Complete! In this milestone episode of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, host Martin Sharp reflects on completing his incredible Triple Marathon Challenge , finishing strong at the Leeds Jane Tomlinson Run For All Marathon . Join Martin and co-host Dominic Furness as they unpack: 🥇 What it felt like to cross the final finish line 💪 How nutrition, mindset & support networks powered his success 🧠 The highs, lows, and lessons from running three marathons in 2 w...
May 14, 2025•41 min
In this marathon training-focused episode of the Fit for Business & Life podcast, Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness discuss movement, breaking down what it really takes to train for a marathon and how you can apply the same principles to elevate your personal and professional performance. Martin shares hard-earned insights from completing two of his three marathons in just two weeks, including how he’s used structured plans, strength training, stretching and recovery routines to build resilie...
May 12, 2025•27 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In this second Marathon Special of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, Martin Sharp shares the experience of completing his second of three marathons in just two weeks: the Milton Keynes Marathon with co-host Dominic Furness. Following the excitement and record-breaking energy of London, Martin dives into what it took to recover, re-focus, and run again, all while raising money for Teenage Cancer Trust . This episode is packed with performance insights, personal stories, and practical tips fo...
May 07, 2025•35 min
In this episode of the Fit for Business and Life Podcast, Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness dive deep into the critical role of nutrition in running performance. As Martin trains for his triple marathon challenge, they explore real-world strategies that work not just for running but also for business and life.From managing glycogen stores to selecting the right hydration and fueling techniques. Learn about the difference between anaerobic vs aerobic energy, why protein and carbs timing matters, a...
May 05, 2025•31 min•Season 3Ep. 2
In this special episode of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, host Martin Sharp shares the full story of completing the 2025 London Marathon, his first ever marathon and the first leg of a three-race endurance challenge — fundraising for the Teenage Cancer Trust. Joined by co-host Dominic Furness, Martin reflects on the mental and physical demands of marathon running for busy professionals and high achievers, and how lessons from the track apply directly to life and leadership. In this episo...
Apr 30, 2025•38 min
Welcome to Season 3 of the Fit for Business and Life Podcast! In this high-impact opener, host Martin Sharp and co-host Dominic Furness go beyond buzzwords to uncover the real relationship between running and mindset. Your brain is your most powerful muscle, on the course and in life. At the time of recording, Martin is deep in training for a triple marathon challenge—yes, that’s three marathons in three weekends. But this episode isn’t about race times or medals. It’s about what it takes to men...
Apr 28, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Certain to Change series of the Fit For Life Podcast: Exploring Mindset, Adventure & Resilience with Pat Falvey In this episode of the Fit for Business & Life Podcast , hosts Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness sit down with Pat Falvey, a globally acclaimed explorer, motivational speaker, filmmaker, author, serial entrepreneur and Mentor. About Pat Falvey: Raised in Cork, Ireland, Pat is widely regarded as Ireland’s most celebrated adventurer. He is the first person in the world to climb al...
Apr 14, 2025•59 min
Guest Name | Certain to Change | Fit For Life Podcast Certain to Change series of the Fit For Life Podcast: Overcoming emotional eating, managing stress & building lasting fitness habits with Mark Pitcher In this episode of the Fit for Life Podcast , host Martin Sharp welcomes Mark Pitcher, founder of the Fit After 50 movement. Mark is a body transformation coach specialising in helping men over 50 lose weight and get fit. His approach focuses on practical, sustainable changes that fit aroun...
Apr 07, 2025•59 min
Hester Bedet | Certain to Change | Fit For Life Podcast In this episode of the Fit For Life Podcast , Hester Bedet , known as the Serenity Sound Healer joins us for a spiritual conversation . Hester has dedicated her career to harmonising the mind, body and spirit through the transformative power of sound. Using techniques like singing bowls, sound vibrations, NLP, hypnotherapy, and family constellations , Hester helps individuals achieve deep relaxation, stress relief and mental clarity. Whethe...
Mar 31, 2025•30 min
Stephen Leggett: Fit For Life Podcast | Certain to Change | Stephen Leggett Certain to Change series of the Fit For Life Podcast: Reversing Diabetes & Unlocking True Wellness with Stephen Leggett In this inspiring episode of our Certain to Change series, we sit down with Stephen Leggett, also known as the Wellness Code Breaker and Diabetes Destroyer. As an international speaker, radio personality, author and CEO of Reversing Resistance, Stephen has developed a highly successful healing syste...
Mar 24, 2025•29 min
Lisa Clifford | Certain to Change | Fit For Life Podcast Certain to Change series of the Fit For Life Podcast: Transforming Fear into Power with Lisa Clifford In this powerful first episode of our Certain to Change series , host Martin Sharp is joined by the incredible Lisa Clifford. An international keynote speaker, Radio guest, best-selling author and founder of the Made for More Movement . As a Master Firewalking Instructor, Lisa helps people push past their comfort zones and embrace uncertai...
Mar 17, 2025•59 min
Episode 6 Is Here – The Finale of Season 2! In this closing episode of the Fit for Life Podcast we discuss how to build a method and lifestyle that works for YOU, this episode is packed with actionable insights & advice to help you: ✅ Prioritise yourself without guilt ✅ Build habits that stick ✅ Plan like a pro with business-inspired 90-day plans ✅ Overcome challenges with gratitude Life is about adapting, improving, and celebrating progress and this episode dives deep into how to make that ...
Mar 03, 2025•44 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode of the Fit for Life podcast, we step into the realm of monitoring, the bridge between intention and transformation. Whether your focus is to improve your health & fitness, business or personal development, monitoring is essential to measure progress, refine your approach and achieve long-term, lasting success. Key topics from this episode include: ✅ The difference between mechanics and management.✅ How tracking helps build consistency.✅ How to monitor progress in fitness: tra...
Feb 24, 2025•42 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode of the Fit for Life podcast, we dive deep into the often-overlooked pillar of health... Moderation. Balancing stress, managing rest and embracing recovery are essential components of physical and mental performance. Learn how moderation impacts everything from the nervous system to mindset. Key topics covered include: ✅Understanding the sympathetic (fight-or-flight) and parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) nervous systems. ✅Strategies to activate your parasympathetic system for bett...
Feb 17, 2025•32 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this episode of the Fit for Life podcast, we explore the vital role movement plays in health, fitness and business performance. Whether it's daily non-exercise movement or purpose-driven workouts, we discuss how to make movement work for you and enhance every aspect of your life. Key topics include: -The difference between non-exercise and exercise-related movement.-Primal movements and how they fit into modern life. Navigating sedentary jobs and incorporating movement into your day. -Cardiov...
Feb 10, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode of the Fit for Life podcast, we dive into the essential topic of meals and how the right nutrition can improve your energy, focus and performance. From reading food labels to experimenting with meal timing and macronutrients, we share practical insights to make food your friend in health and fitness. Key topics include: The importance of personalised meal plans. Debunking food myths Strategies for managing cravings and maintaining balance. How to navigate social settings, events ...
Feb 03, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome to Season 2 of the Sharp Fit for Life podcast! In this exciting inaugural episode, we delve into the power of the mind and its role in personal performance, motivation and growth. Drawing on real-life stories, analogies and transformative journeys, we discuss how stepping outside your comfort zone can unlock untapped potential. Join us as we explore: How to embrace change and push past mental barriers. Insights into Martins triple marathon challenge and the motivation behind it. Tips for...
Jan 27, 2025•43 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this Sharp Fit for Life Podcast #11 It's competition time as Justin Scott and Martin Sharp head out to Ischgl Austria to compete in this years international snow sculpting festival, FORMEN IN WEISS / SHAPES IN WHITE. Martin and Dominic discuss what to do to make sure the impact you make when working away, is not pushing you back from your health and fitness goals! Watch on YouTube
Jan 05, 2022•16 min
12 days of Fitmass... Are you feeling festive? Its Christmas time which means the temptation to eat those mince pies and relax with a mulled wine, today we discuss how to remain healthy in our short episode this week, as we count down to Christmas! Watch on YouTube
Dec 15, 2021•10 min
Hello, this week we talk about the importance of space. how important is space? Not the outer universe but the space you create in your own life. Both mentally and physically. If you enjoyed this week's episode please let us know! Watch on YouTube
Dec 08, 2021•16 min
REPS OR FORM? - FIT FOR LIFE PODCAST - #8 Fit For Life FULL podcast #8 Reps or Form, which is more important?! In this episode, we dive into reps and form and discuss the pros and cons of both and how to use them together for the best results. Watch on YouTube
Nov 24, 2021•16 min
Is a cold a cold? or maybe we phrase it as": When is a cold NOT a cold? We hope you enjoyed this weeks podcast! Hope you enjoyed this weeks podcast! We will be back next week better than ever for another. Watch on YouTube
Nov 18, 2021•14 min
