Not Your Average Fitness Podcast
61 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago -A podcast that goes beyond fitness and nutrition. Giving you the tools you need to get strong AF and transform your life through fitness so you can feel confident in a body that you love.
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Body Dismorphia, Hating The Gym and Toxic Relationships - No Homping Wednesdays w/ Shaun
September 20, 2023 12:09 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBThis is another recording of No Humping Wednesdays - the live show I bring to you every other Wednesday with Shaun Thompson on LinkedIn. This week we did something different and did Part 1 of him interviewing me (Part 2 will be me interviewing him). So if you ever wanted to know me a bit better, what brought me here, why I hate the fitness industry and more - then this one is the one! Come say hi on Instagram: http://instagram.com/juliafischerfit/ And LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c...
Recovering from bodybuilding and sustainable fitness with Patricia Poor
September 18, 2023 05:00 - 49 minutes - 29.7 MBToday on the show I have the amazing Patricia Poor, who shares with us how her experience with bodybuilding has led her on her path to building a business around sustainable fitness, the lessons she has learned and how she bounced back from restrictive eating patterns and losing her period. She has also just launched her new membership, "Next Level You", learn more about it here: www.patriciapoor.com/membership And make sure to connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...
3 things to do to reach your goals with less effort
July 31, 2023 05:00 - 10 minutes - 8.09 MBWhat do you think is the most important thing to help you reach your fitness goals? I tell you what isn't: Expecting a great outcome with no direction and consistency. If you have been lacking results lately or feel like you have hit a plateau, then this episode is for you. I am sharing 3 things that will help shift things for the better and keep you accountable Make sure to leave a review and share it with someone - it really goes a long way! Follow me on IG: http://instagram.co...
How the dieting industry is lying to you ft Shaun Thompson
July 27, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes - 29.7 MBThis is a recording of my bi-weekly live show with Shaun Thompson on LinkedIn. In this first episode, we are busting a few dieting myths, telling you if you should really stop eating after 6 pm and Shaun has also a great confession to make! If you would like to join us life on a Wednesday, send me a DM and I will let you know when it's time. Connect with Shaun here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebehaviourchangecoach/ To watch the episode with video, click here: https://www.youtu...
Loving routine too much and how to survive through the downs of life
July 27, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 22.1 MBI'm back! It has been a whirlwind of a few months; let me catch you up on life and why I have been MIA and share what I have learned along the way to help stay on track during the ups and downs of life. How to handle overwehlm and how to create a routine that is adaptable rather than restrictive. Make sure to leave a review and share it with someone - it really goes a long way! Follow me on IG: http://instagram.com/juliafischerfit/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/...
Intuitive eating, gut health and long covid with Karen Preece Smith
October 06, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBOn todays episode we have the lovley Karen Preece Smith, who is a registered nutritional therapist mBANT, CNHC, IFM, with a special interest in Long Covid after working within the field of CFS and PVF for several years. She also has in depth experience of digestive health and testing. Alongside her own successful online clinic, www.kps-nutrition.co.uk, Karen is also a health journalist who regularly contributes to ION nutrition magazine and other titles, including Top Sante, Thrive Magazin...
Why being an all or nothing person will harm you in the long run
September 29, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.72 MBAre you an all or nothing person or feel like that one little change in your schedule can throw you off your fitness jouney quickly ? Then this episode is for you! Make sure to subscribe if you haven't already and share with a friend you think could benefit from this! For coaching https://www.juliafischerfit.com
The number one thing you need to reach your goals faster
September 22, 2022 04:00 - 18 minutes - 13.3 MBIf you feel like you are not getting anywhere with your progress lately and you've been hitting a plateau then this episodes is for you. Make sure to share with anyone you think can benefit from it and share on Instagram tagging me so I can say thank you! Free guide on how to make your training more efficient: https://www.juliafischerfit.com/free-product For coaching: https://www.juliafischerfit.com
The problem with congratulating someone's appearance
September 15, 2022 04:00 - 17 minutes - 11.2 MBToday we are talking about a quite challenging and almost controversial topic. Is congratualting someone's appearance really bad? Does losing weight really make you a more accepted person? And can you be body positive and still want to change your appearance? Please note that these are my own thoughts discussed, but I would love to hear your so if you want to talk about it - slide into the DMs or send an Email. For coaching http://juliafischerfit.com
How to make motivation last for good
September 12, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.31 MBToday we are taking about how you can stay motivated year round, how to develope the consistency and discipline to do so, so that you continue to stay on track no matter what. As always, make sure to share with anyone you think could benefit from this and tag me in your stories so I can say thank you personally! Come say hi on instagram @juliafischerfit For coaching and resources https://www.juliafischerfit.com
How to become a confident yogi - with Kat Amey
September 08, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 29.9 MBIn todays episode we are talking to Kat Amey, who is a yoga teacher and mobility specialist. She helps reluctant yogis become confident yogis. Kat is on a mission to debunk the opinion that a yoga practice has to look a certain way. Instead she encourages you to explore movement in ways outside of the traditional yoga postures so that you can create a personalised practice, one that feels good for your body and mind. To connect with Kat follow her on Instagram @kat_amey and join her face...
How to get more confidence in all areas of your life
September 05, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.56 MBHave you ever looked up to someone wondering how they got so confident? Today we are talking about exactly this, how to become more confident in yourself and life and the secret that got everyone there in the first place. If you get any value out of this make sure to share it on social media or anyone you feel needs to hear this. Come say hi on instagram @juliafischerfit https://www.juliafischerfit.com
Stop failing your goals
September 01, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 18.9 MBIn this episode we are talking about why you keep failing at making changes last, how to change your habits so that you can not only reach your goals but also sustain them and a few things to consider that you might have forgotten along the way. If you get any value out of this make sure to share it on social media or with anyone you feel needs to hear this. Come say hi on instagram @juliafischerfit https://www.juliafischerfit.com
Why you are not making any progress
August 29, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.61 MBOn todays episode we are talking about things to consider if you are feeling like you are not making any progress. Bring a pen and piece of paper as you will get some tangible tips on how to overcome these feelings and how to get unstuck. If you get any value out of this make sure to share it on social media or anyone you feel needs to hear this. Come say hi on instagram @juliafischerfit For coaching: https://www.juliafischerfit.com
How to stay on track when life gets in the way
June 01, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 14 MBIn todays episode we are talking about how you can stay consistent and on track with your fitness journey during those times when life just gets a bit too hectic. When you are ready for a sustainable program and compassionate coaching, let's talk! https://calendly.com/juliafischerfit/thrive Say hi on instagram - http://instagram.com/juliafischerfit/
The importance of gut health with Lucy Kerrison
May 14, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBToday on the show we have the lovely Lucy, who is a gut specialist dietitian who helps people optimise their gut health. She helps people understand the root cause and take control of their gut symptoms such as bloating, pain and changes in bowel habits. She also helps people without gut symptoms to adapt their diet to support their gut health and overall health In the episode we cover (among many many things) what is good gut health and how to achieve it the connection between your g...
Why listening to your body is a really bad idea
May 09, 2022 19:32 - 14 minutes - 10.8 MBHow often has someone said to you to "just listen to your body" and you'll know what it needs? In this episode I go through why this can actually be the worst advice someone can give you and how to approach it from a different angle. Let's connect on instagram @juliafischerfit For coaching and programming apply below https://forms.gle/4gAdWXLTZStzArvp7
Is comparison really the thief of joy?
May 06, 2022 05:05 - 23 minutes - 17.6 MBIn todays episode we are taking about comparison, if it is actually the thief of joy and how to use it as motivation rather than something that will leave you frustrated. Let's connect on IG @juliafischerfit For coaching and programming apply below https://forms.gle/4gAdWXLTZStzArvp7
Body confidence, vulnerability and naked star jumps with Mervyn Reid-Nelson
April 28, 2022 11:00 - 53 minutes - 34.9 MBMervyn runs You at Yours, a photography studio with the sole aim of helping every type of women obtain and maintain body confidence for herself, through the art of photography. There are no filters and no Photoshop, which is fundamental to helping these women see their truth and to love it again. The emphasise is on the experience, showing women what they are truly capable of - with the images being a reminder of that. Having worked with almost 400 women and receiving feedback such as "lif...
how to create true balance in your life
April 28, 2022 10:22 - 22 minutes - 16.7 MBHaving a routine and creating balance seems like what we are all striving for. But can we actually truly achieve it? Can you still have a good life when taking on your fitness journey? Can you go out without feeling guilty about maybe falling off track again? Join me for this solo episode where we dive into these and many more things and discover how to create more balance in a way where fitness feels part of your life, rather than something that takes away from it. As always make s...
How to get back into your fitness routine, for good
April 26, 2022 13:43 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBWe are back with the podcast and diving right into how to get back into your fitness routine after some time off. Julia gives you her top 3 tips that will have you take action right away, as well as how to make it easier to never fall back off track. Make sure to tag the podcast on instagram and reach out in the DMs @juliafischerfit
The secret to having the relationship, sex and intimacy you want - with Andrea Balboni
December 05, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 40.3 MBSuper exited to bring you todays guest and a very special, not so average topic. Andrea Balboni is a Sex, Love and Relationships Coach who helps you find out the secret to having the relationship, sex and intimacy you want. She shares all abut her journey that got her into the work she is doing now with clients and you will learn what it means being a sexual human being how to find peace within your body through pleasure why having an open conversation about sex can save your relati...
How to stay on track during the holidays
December 03, 2021 06:00 - 20 minutes - 20.9 MBThe holidays approaching fast which means for many that creates some kind of anxiety around food as well as feeling like you are going to fall off track. In this episode we are going to unpack some of the common mistakes and thought processes that are actually holding you back when in fact, you are not really falling off track. As always make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone you think could be...
Mental health and how to combat overwhelm with Patrick Hill
November 26, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 17 MBOn todays episode I am talking with the amazing Patrick Hill, who is a business and personal coach and joint CEO of Mendable , mental health app for men. We are discussing all things mental health, how to change your language to combat your overwhelm and the 3 no-negotiable to improve your life just that little bit more every day. To connect further with Patrick make sure you follow him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/patrickhillcoaching/ Make sure to go ahead and share with your...
The reality of transformation pictures
November 24, 2021 06:00 - 15 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this bonus episode we talk about why transformation pictures can actually do more harm than good and why they tell you absolutely nothing about someone’s journey. Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone you think could benefit from this! Take a screenshot of you listening to the podcast and post on your social media platforms tagging me for your chance to win some freebies! http://insta...
How self reflection influences your progress
November 21, 2021 08:00 - 12 minutes - 13.8 MBre you feeling like you are not getting anywhere with your training lately? Everything feels way heavier than it usually does? Here is how self reflection can help you overcome difficult days in the gym or when you feel like you’ve hit a plateau. Including some journaling prompts. Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone you think could benefit from this! Take a screenshot of you listen...
SE #3 - How to transform your life through sobriety with Adam Smith
October 22, 2021 13:29 - 56 minutes - 32.9 MBI am so excited to bring another guest to you in this weeks episode, the amazing Adam Smith from agame consultancy. His health transformation has truly been incredible so make sure to grab a notepad. We are covering Adam’s health transformation, how and why it can go wrong the wake up call that lead him to take his health seriously and how it can help you his journey into sobriety and how he now helps people and their relationship with drinking the difference between habit hacking...
SE #2: How to create new habits to make progress for good
October 12, 2021 22:04 - 20 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this weeks episode Julia takes all about the 4 step progress that she uses in her own life and with her clients to form new habits, create better outcomes and stay on track for good so that motivation is not something you have to rely on anymore. Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone you think could benefit from this! Take a screenshot of you listening to the podcast and post on your soc...
#32 - Going from weight loss to strength
September 24, 2021 14:37 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MBWelcome to the first solo show of the podcast! Today we talk all about how to start focusing more on strength and performance based goals and hot to get away from a weight loss mentality. Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone you think could benefit from this! Take a screenshot of you listening to the podcast and post on your social media platforms tagging us for your chance to win some ...
#31 - How to deal with bad gym days when nothing seems to go right
September 10, 2021 11:58 - 38 minutes - 53.7 MBFeel like you have lost your mojo lately in the gym and just feel like nothing is going right? Then this weeks episode is for you! We discuss how to deal with days like this and how to make the most out of it. We also have some important news to share so make sure you keep listening to the end as some big changes are happening. Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone you think could benef...
#30 - Why your sleep sucks (and how to improve it)
September 07, 2021 03:00 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MBDo you feel like you are constantly running off caffeine and seem like you are always fatigued? Then todays episode is for you! Join us whilst we are discussing not just the importance of sleep but also why you might not be getting the right amount and quality, how to improve it and why the 5am club might be the worst thing you can do for your health. Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyo...
#29 Should everyone train like an Athlete?
August 31, 2021 03:00 - 37 minutes - 69.5 MBShould everyday gym goers have the same approach to training like pro Athletes? Very often we find comparing ourselves to pro Athletes and the like, people we look up to and are likely to assume that the only way to get fit is by doing all the things. In this weeks episode we are sharing our view on this, as well as the all so famous assumption that we all have the same 24hrs in the day. Listen in to find out how to make fitness work for you without over training or being overwhelmed ...
#28 - How to be comfortable gaining weight
August 24, 2021 03:00 - 33 minutes - 61.6 MBWe live in a world that focuses so much on dieting, losing weight and toning up that barely anyone talks about the other side - weight gain. In todays episode we are covering how to feel comfortable when gaining weight, who should gain weight and why it is mentally important to do so in some circumstances. Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone you think could benefit from this! Take a...
#27. Confessions of a personal trainer
August 17, 2021 03:00 - 35 minutes - 64.5 MBTake a seat for this episode as we share some behind the scene confessions of our daily life. It is easy to look at professionals and think we have it all together - today we proof you wrong and share with you some embarrassing things that have happened to us during the course of our coaching life. We have had some quite deep topics lately so hopefully this will lighten things up a bit and show you that at the end of the day, we are also just human being. What things have happened to...
Ep.26: Does bodybuilding cause more harm than good?
August 10, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutes - 97.6 MBThere has been a stigma around bodybuilding for a long time and especially recently has been brought up again by a few big names within the fitness industry. On todays show we are sharing our opinion on the sport, if it actually does more harm than good and what we are generally thinking about other coaches speaking up negatively on social media. Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone...
Ep. 25: How to achieve a winning mindset and overcome insecurities with Lee Duncan
August 03, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes - 84.1 MBIn this weeks episode we are bringing to you Lee Duncan who is a professional boxer and the first British Boxer in History To Obtain a Masters Degree. Lee shares with us how leaving home with 16 years old to start his boxing career has helped him grow through insecurities in an environment that was way out of his comfort zone, how he obtained a masters degree despite all odds against him and the most important thing you can implement right now into your life to get closer to your goals, wh...
Ep 24: Toxic filters and the best way to get rid of your cellulite
July 27, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 97.4 MBWelcome to this weeks episode where we are talking all things toxic filter, influencers, flash body positivity and the best way to get rid of your cellulite (or is it?). Of course as always with another dose of BS we have heard this week. Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone you think could benefit from this! Take a screenshot of you listening to the podcast and post on your social medi...
Ep. 23: Mental health and the difference between failing & failed
July 16, 2021 19:13 - 47 minutes - 88.3 MBIn todays episode we are going address a very important topic. Have you really failed yourself? Feeling like you cant just ever stick to a routine? Motivation failing you as well? We talk about what it actually means to fail, what you can do to change your mindset around your progress and how to take care of your mental health whilst reaching your fitness goals Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and real...
Ep. 22: How to progress efficiently in the gym, get stronger and when can you compromise form
July 06, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 138 MBToday on the show we are back with another Q & A style episode where we answer all your questions about training intensity, how to progress to get stronger, how to safely increase the weights if you are new to training by yourself and so much more! Thanks for all your question and make sure to submit any you would love to get covered next time! Make sure to go ahead and share with your friends, family, dogs, babysitters, business partners, that dude in the gym and really anyone you t...
EP. 21: The real reason why cardio won't help with your weight loss
June 29, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 149 MBIn this weeks episode we talk about the all time favourite topic - cardio. How much should you really be doing to help with your goals, especially when it comes to weight loss? When is the best time to do it? And what is the most efficient way to incorporate it into your plan? We cover all this and more in todays episode, as well as bringing you another intro of "stupid claims we have heard this week". Make sure to screenshot and tag us in your instagram stories and share it with anyone ...
The real reason why cardio won't help with your weight loss
June 29, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 149 MBIn this weeks episode we talk about the all time favourite topic - cardio. How much should you really be doing to help with your goals, especially when it comes to weight loss? When is the best time to do it? And what is the most efficient way to incorporate it into your plan? We cover all this and more in todays episode, as well as bringing you another intro of "stupid claims we have heard this week". Make sure to screenshot and tag us in your instagram stories and share it with anyone ...
6 crucial mistakes we made so you don't have to
June 22, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutes - 55.5 MBWelcome to this weeks episode where we share with you our top mistakes that we have made in the past.. so you can learn from it and don't have to make them yourself! (Or even if you did you know you are not alone!) We go deep into training philosophy and why we now have the approach that we do as well as revealing a few confessions that might take you by surprise! Make sure to leave a review and help us settle the debate we have in the beginning, slide into the DMs and share the episode wi...
The real reason you keep falling off track
June 15, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 44.2 MBIn this episode we talk all about how to change your perspective towards your progress and results so that you are able to finally stay on track. We help you get from a "can't do" mindset into a "can do" mindset and talk about how to get out of feeling frustrated if your progress isnt quite going the way you had hoped to. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review about todays episode! Follow us on social media http://instagram.com/jdfitness_uk/ http://instagram.com/juliafischerfit/
The truth about your body image
June 08, 2021 04:00 - 55 minutes - 51.7 MBIn this episode we dive deep into the topic of body image and body transformations. Are they good and beneficial for our progress and results? What effect do they have mentally on us? How does social media play it's part and how to finally become comfortable in your skin whilst wearing shorts and owning it! Make sure you follow us on social media http://www.instagram.com/jdfitness_uk/ http://www.instagram.com/juliafischerfit/
Fitness trackers - the good, the bad, the ugly
June 01, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBIn this weeks episode we are talking all things fitness devices. Are they a good and important tool on your fitness journey? Can they really help reaching your goals faster and will they really help you to improve your sleep? Have a listen to find out and also to learn everything about what it means to listen to your body the right way. Make sure to leave a review and share your feedback with us my sliding into the DMs https://www.instagram.com/jdfitness_uk/ https://www.instagram.com...
How to train your body, mind and spirit with Shar Weil
May 25, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 77 MBWe are very excited to bring to you today’s guest, the beautiful Shar Weil. She shares with us her journey that led her into fitness and had her create and build her business that is all about helping people feel more strong, empowered and free. You will learn how she pulled herself back up after a fatal brain tumour and a toxic relationship, how she found her passion for training again after being told she would never be able to and how she manages this all as a single mum. We also ta...
Flexible dieting and how sex can affect your progress
May 18, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode we are bringing you some more insight into nutrition and having a balanced diet We cover what it means to have a balanced diet how to get into a healthy mindset to create a diet that fits within your lifestyle what is flexible dieting and how can you benefit from it clean eating ; the good, the bad and the ugly why sex plays an important role in achieving your goals and so much more! Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Connect with us on Instagr...
Massage guns, training splits and should you train on your period
May 11, 2021 08:09 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBIn this weeks episode we have another Q&A for you. We speak about - are massage guns beneficial and should you get one - how often should you change up your training - how much cardio you should be doing for your weight loss - should you train on your period and how to approach your menstrual cycle for your fitness journey Make sure to connect with us and let us know what your thought are about today's episode Instagram: @juliafischerfit OR facebook.com/juliafischerfit @jdfitness_uk OR fac...
Relationships & how to stand in your full potential with Chris and Carina
May 04, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBIn this episode we speak with Chris and Carina from Dream Fitness about their journey into fitness. Their Eden Farm project and why they walked 100km. They also share what it means to be a couple working and living together and how to strive in all areas of life. You can find Chris & Carina on Instagram: @chrisdreamfitness & carina.mendes_ Eden Farm: Insta: @lifesupportcharity https://www.lifesupportcharity.org/
Training VS Exercise - how to get and sustain results for good
April 27, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBIn todays episode we are discussing the difference between training and exercise, what it means and how it will affect your progress. You will discover how one will help you to not just only get better results, but also how to finally sustain them, how to set yourself up for success and get your motivation back. We also go into what it really means to progress within your training, how to do it safely and train for long term success rather than another quick fix. Make sure to connect...