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The Wood Life

iHeart Australia and Sam Woodwww.thewoodlifepodcast.com.au

Sam Wood is here to make 2023 the best year of your life. Whether you're looking to lose weight, find motivation or get ahead, The Wood Life will guide you on your journey. Along with Australia's leading experts, Sam answers your health, fitness, and lifestyle questions. Catch new Wood Life episodes every Monday and Thursday. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here https://sayhi.chat/thewoodlife

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Episodes

How to maximise productivity and stop being busy 🚀

Being busy and being productive are two very different things. Australia's no.1 productivity expert, Donna McGeorge joins Sam to share simple tips to be more productive to give you back more of your time. Then Sam answers your questions around exercise, so if you've ever wondered if there's an optimal time of day to work out, this is a must listen. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Mar 23, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 9

MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT: Turbo charge your results by finding your tribe ⚡

Having an exercise buddy can be the difference between staying in bed, and getting up and moving, but as Sam explains, sharing that fitness journey with someone else does more than just get you out of bed... it can vastly improve your performance and help you reach your goals faster! Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 20, 20225 min

The trick to ageing backwards and living longer ⏰

Your chronological age may be increasing every year, but that doesn’t mean that your biological age can’t stay the same... or perhaps even go backwards! Damian Kristof joins Sam to share his knowledge around longevity, and how YOU can master the art of ageing well. And it's simpler than you might think. Sam also gives his tips on getting back on track when something unexpected throws you off course. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Mar 16, 202226 minSeason 1Ep. 8

MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT: The one stage you’re most likely to quit... and how to avoid it ❌

We start, we struggle, we quit. Sound familiar? We can break this pattern to reach our fitness goals. Sam explains the four stages of learning to identify where we throw in the towel, and how we can persevere to smash our fitness goals! Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 13, 20226 min

How Snezana Wood balances body image and motherhood 🤱

With three kids at home, one on the way, and the external pressure to be perfect , Snezana Wood joins Sam to give us a peak behind the curtain of the Wood household, her current pregnancy and exercise regime, and leaves us with an exclusive… the name of future baby Wood. Then our favourite nutritionist, Shahna Sarpi is back in studio delving into different types of milk, explaining what a superfood actually is, and she’ll have you questioning what meals to heat up in the microwave. Have a questi...

Mar 09, 202227 minSeason 1Ep. 7

MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT: Strive for progress not perfection 📈

You don’t have to do it perfectly, you just have to do it. Sam explains why striving for perfection leads to burn out, and what we should be doing, both mentally and physically, to ensure we stay on track with our fitness goals. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 06, 20226 min

How to conquer your fear of failure and live your bravest life

Do you quit before you’ve begun? Is your worst nightmare trying and failing? The fear of failure might be holding you back. Exercise scientist and host of the You Project, Craig Harper joins Sam to break down why we fail, why we shouldn’t fear it, and how to work past failure. Also, if you’re religiously counting calories, adding scoops of protein to your smoothies, or trading meals for shakes, you NEED to hear what Sam has to say before your next meal. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him he...

Mar 02, 202224 minSeason 1Ep. 6

MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT: Understanding your habits to fight temptation 🍫

Find yourself reaching for snacks even though you’re not hungry? Hate to say it, but you’ve created a bad habit. Sam explains how these habits are born, and how we can trick ourselves into shaking them. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 27, 20225 min

Tame your mind with these tips for anxiety and overthinking 🌪

Feeling flat? Can’t quieten your mind? Struggling with what’s on your plate? Dr Jodi Richardson is here to help! Author of Anxious Kids and Anxious Mums has practical advice for both people with and without children. The Wood Life community have been sharing their fitness wins this week and we want to celebrate them! We go through the good news to keep everyone’s spirits up. Have a question or a comment for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ...

Feb 23, 202227 minSeason 1Ep. 5

MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT: Unlock your full potential by mastering sleep 😴

Do you wake in the morning feeling tired even after a full night’s sleep? Maybe you didn’t even get a full night’s sleep because you couldn’t switch your brain off. Sam gives practical tips to change our sleep habits and better our sleep hygiene, which will have you sleeping better and reaching your full potential. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 20, 20226 min

Are you a lion, a bear or a wolf and why does it matter? 🦁

Don’t underestimate the value of a good nights sleep - it can be the source of more energy, younger skin, and even weight loss! But getting a good 8 hours can be easier said than done, right? Australia’s number one sleep expert Olivia Arezzolo shares her secrets to getting a good night’s rest… and it involves identifying if you’re a bear, a lion, or a wolf. Also, if you’re exercising more and eating less, but still not seeing any results, Sam gives you some tips and answers your weight loss ques...

Feb 16, 202230 minSeason 1Ep. 4

MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT: The power of ‘SHARE don’t COMPARE’ 📱

Ever find yourself scrolling through social media and feeling worse about yourself once you put your phone down? The good news is there’s a way to get your social media fix without undercutting your confidence. Sam teaches you how. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 13, 20227 min

Hate meditating? Try these mindful hacks instead 🧘‍♂️

By now you’ve probably heard about the incredible benefits of mediation and mindfulness. But have you tried to sit down to meditate only to find your mind wandering and your resolve faltering? Don’t give up just yet. Jane Martino, co-founder of Smiling Mind joins Sam to share simple tips and tricks that make mindfulness easy. Also on the show, REJOICE! We have found the secret to weight loss! It involves one popular exercise… But before you get too excited, listen to Sam bust some myths and shar...

Feb 09, 202221 minSeason 1Ep. 3

MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT: The missing piece of your weight loss puzzle. 🧩

Have you been eating healthily and working out... but still haven’t met your weight loss goals? You might be missing one crucial element. Not only could it change the number on the scales, but it might also improve your overall health and wellbeing. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 06, 20225 min

How to find time and motivation when you seriously have none left ⌛

Do you want to get fitter and healthier but don’t have a second to spare? In this episode, you’ll get some practical tips to help you find the time - and motivation – to start hitting your goals. Also, don’t know if you should be asking for skim, full cream, or oat milk in your morning coffee? Think bread is a foe, not a friend? Nutritionist Shahna Sarpi joins Sam to answer all your food questions. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Feb 02, 202228 minSeason 1Ep. 2

MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT: Why most New Year’s resolutions fail… and how to get yours back on track. 📆

Did you start 2022 with big plans and resolutions... only to have them fall by the wayside a few weeks into January? You're not alone. But here's some good news - it's never too late to get back on track. Sam explains his foolproof plan to make better goals that you actually want to stick to. Have a question for Sam? Send it to him here https://sayhi.chat/thewoodlife . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 30, 20225 min

How to get Jana Pittman's winning mindset 🧠

What would you achieve if you had the mindset of a champion? Dual Olympian, doctor, and mother, Jana Pittman shares her secrets behind her superhuman focus and motivation. She also reveals the very unusual trick she uses to silence her inner critic. You can try it today, all you need is a rubber band... And if you’re considering investing in some exxy fitness equipment like a Peloton bike or waist trainer, WAIT! Sam rates the hottest fitness trends before you splash your cash. Have a question fo...

Jan 26, 202225 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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