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The TS12 Podcast

52 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago -

The TS12 Show is brought to you by two friends and fitness professionals, Vicky & Maricarmen who live by the sea in North East England. Each week we explore hot topics and talk about all things exercise, eating, and living well.

Vicky runs 2 Pilates and Yoga Studios in Saltburn-by-the-Sea and Yarm you can find her here- http://www.thestudio21.co.uk, or on Facebook & Instagram @studio21pilatesyoga

Maricarmen runs a private PT studio and an online Pre & Postnatal Exercise Hub, check her out here- http://www.phbp.co.uk, or on Facebook & Instagram @thephbplan

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Episodes

Triathlon Training Update

April 07, 2022 08:05 - 10 minutes - 7.84 MB

Triathlon Training Update  Season 5, Ep. 8. Listen to Maz and Vicky's post-training chat.  Say Hi at:  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

Triathlon Training: Swimming Lessons

March 02, 2022 20:30 - 11 minutes - 8.56 MB

Season 5, Ep. 7. Listen to Maz and Vicky's post-training chat.  Say Hi at:  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

Triathlon Training: The 5th Swimming Lesson

February 23, 2022 22:00 - 12 minutes - 9.39 MB

  Season 5, Ep. 6. Listen to Maz and Vicky's post-training chat, they can finally swim 25m frontcrawl. Hurray! Say Hi at:  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

Triathlon Training: The 4th Swimming Lesson

February 16, 2022 22:00 - 12 minutes - 9.81 MB

Season 5, Ep. 5. Listen to Maz and Vicky's post-training chat, they've been working on stamina in the pool this week.  Say Hi at:  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

Triathlon Training: The 3rd Swimming Lesson

February 09, 2022 21:44 - 8 minutes - 6.51 MB

Season 5, Ep. 4. So, it turns out that swimming is hard work!! Listen to Maz and Vicky chat about their latest swimming lesson in the pool.  Say Hi at:  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

Triathlon Training: The 2nd Swimming Lesson

February 03, 2022 03:00 - 12 minutes - 9.35 MB

Season 5, Ep. 3. Maz and Vicky chat about their 2nd swimming lesson and what's next in their beginner triathlon journey.   Say Hi at:  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson  

Triathlon Training: The 1st Swimming Lesson

January 26, 2022 19:28 - 11 minutes - 8.76 MB

Season 5, Ep. 2. In this first episode of 2022, Vicky and Maz introduce their summer challenge, training for a Super Sprint Triathlon in July.   And they start with a swimming lesson in the local pool.   Say Hi at:  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson    

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S5. Ep.1

December 08, 2021 22:00 - 52 minutes - 39.6 MB

In this week's podcast Maz and I have a BIG catch up! We paused the podcast over the summer and lots has happened since then, namely a new baby and a summer in France! We'd love to hear from you, drop us a message. [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S4. Ep.7

August 04, 2021 21:00 - 28 minutes - 21.7 MB

In this week's podcast Maz and I chat about dreams and what do they really mean?  We all have them, even if you can't remember them, but why do we dream?  And what causes recurring dreams?  We set out to explore all these questions and more.  This is our last podcast before the summer break and we'll be back in September! See you all soon and drop us a message if you have any ideas for Season 5.  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S4. Ep.6

July 21, 2021 18:30 - 43 minutes - 33.3 MB

In this week's podcast Maz and I talk about our experiences of pregnancy and all that comes with it, before and during.  And as usual, we digress onto other current matters (we like to chat!) This is part 2 of a 2-part podcast.  We'd love to hear from you.  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S4. Ep.5

June 23, 2021 21:00 - 44 minutes - 35 MB

In this week's podcast Maz and I talk about our experiences of pregnancy and all that comes with it, before and during.  This is part 1 of a 2-part podcast.  We'd love to hear from you.  [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S4. Ep.4

June 09, 2021 16:45 - 45 minutes - 35.8 MB

In this week's podcast, Maz and I chat about mood and it affects the body and mind.   We had a great time chatting about this, it's such an interesting subject.  And if you're curious about body language and 'non-verbals', check this Ted Talk out.  Amy Cuddy, 'Your body language may shape who you are.' 2012 https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are#t-784107  We'd love to hear from you: [email protected]  Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson  ...

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S4. Ep.3

May 26, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

In this week's episode of the TS12 Podcast Maz and I chat discuss the Nature v Nurture debate, and whether it's genetics or environment that determines athletic potential and performance.   We also touch on the controversial 'calories on restaurant menus' which is back in the news again.  Will it change your eating habits?  We'd love to hear from you: [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S4. Ep.2

May 12, 2021 21:00 - 50 minutes - 40.1 MB

In this week's episode of the TS12 podcast, Maz and I are talking about Wim Hof, aka The Iceman.  Cold water swimming has become increasingly popular during lockdown and we're talking about the Wim Hof Method (WHM) which includes breath work, cold water immersion and meditation.   We'd love to hear from you! [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson PODCAST NOTES Wim Hof Website and link to breath work https://www.wimhofmethod.com/breathing-exercises  Safety Tips...

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S4. Ep.1

April 29, 2021 05:56 - 52 minutes - 41.2 MB

Welcome back for another season of the TS12 Podcast, and as usual we will be talking about all things fitness, wellbeing and food related.   For Season 4 we'll be releasing a new episode every other week.  In today's episode we talk about exercise in pregnancy and Vicky has a big announcement to make!  We'd love to hear from you! You can contact us on: [email protected] Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.12

March 31, 2021 21:00 - 58 minutes - 45.4 MB

In this episode, we chat about our experiences over the past year during the pandemic, the highs and the lows.   This is the last episode of Season 3, so it seemed fitting to end it with some reflection.   We'll be back at the end of April for Season 4, see you all soon! Vicky and Maz [email protected] 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.11

March 24, 2021 21:00 - 55 minutes - 43.6 MB

In this week's podcast we talk about the neuroscience of addiction and why the brain responds how it does.   We also discuss when exercise and food become addictive.   If any of the topics in this podcast affect you please know that you can find help in many places.  * Speak to your GP or Medical Practitioner *Together All (formerly The Big White Wall) is an NHS recommended vibrant online community where members can get help and support 24 hours a day *NHS Talking Therapies *Link...

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.10

March 17, 2021 21:00 - 56 minutes - 43.5 MB

In this week's podcast we shift away from the world of fitness to discuss our take on the week's news.  We're chatting about the Monarchy, Prince Harry and Meghan's explosive Oprah interview and whether women need to reclaim the streets after the tragic death of Sarah Everard in London.  You can contact us on: [email protected] We'd love to hear from you.  Vicky & Maz

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.9

March 10, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

In this week's episode we talk about holidays, our favourite places and where we are dreaming of going after lockdown?  We'll be asking each other about training on a break and holiday diets.   But we also can't resist having a good old chat about 'Megan and Harry's Oprah Winfrey Interview', which aired last night.   And really, our main point is that if you feel like exercising on holiday, you should go for it. And if you want to take a complete break, you should do it guilt free!  ...

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.8

March 03, 2021 22:00 - 56 minutes - 44.3 MB

In this week's podcast we chat about social media and the fitness industry, is it helping or hurting us?  We'd love to hear from you: [email protected] Vicky & Maz LINKS  Biomel, Love Your Gut, Probiotic drinks What 3 Words App Dshoom - Bacon Naan Roll Kit

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.7

February 24, 2021 22:00 - 59 minutes - 46.3 MB

In this week's podcast we take a trip down memory lane and look back on our younger selves.  Maz picks 2003/4 and I pick 2002.   We chat, music, lifestyle, food, exercise, jobs and education.  And about what we've learned over the years and if there's anything that we would want to change.   This would be a really fun exercise to do yourself, pick a year, and Maz will give you a list of questions in the podcast. We'd love to hear from you, message us on: [email protected] Vicky a...

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.6

February 17, 2021 22:00 - 49 minutes - 38.8 MB

In this week's podcast we chat about the ‘Kindness Ripple’ and how it can change your life. ‘’Every act of kindness creates a ripple with no end’’. Have you ever thought about how your one small act of kindness can have a much larger impact on the world than you could ever imagine? It's true that kindness and generosity is contagious.  We talk about our own experiences of receiving and giving kindness.  Join us for this uplifting and positive chat.   And remember you can drop us a me...

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.5

February 10, 2021 22:00 - 46 minutes - 35.4 MB

S3 E5 The 7 Year Itch: Myth or Reality?  In this week's podcast we talk about the '7 year itch', it's well know in relationships but we'll be digging deeper than that and looking at the psychology behind 7 year cycles and where the phrase actually comes from (we had no idea!!).   Touching on Rudolph Steiner's (of Steiner Schools) philosophy of human development based on 7 year cycles.   And remember you can drop us a message at: [email protected] We'd love to hear from you! Vicky ...

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.4

February 03, 2021 22:00 - 59 minutes - 46.9 MB

*mild swearing* In this week's podcast we talk what's going on in the world this week, before moving onto the main feature, which is about dietary choices, like veganism, vegetarianism etc. Versus dietary needs, like allergies and intolerances.  Plus hear all about how our 1 day Vegan diet went! We’d love to hear from you, drop us a message - [email protected]  Vicky and Maz :) 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.3

January 27, 2021 22:00 - 58 minutes - 45.5 MB

In this week's podcast we talk about our experience of sports injuries, and what the most common injuries are when you're starting out on your fitness journey.  Plus we'll give you some great tips on how to avoid them.   Maz talks this week about ‘Pigeon Pose’, here’s a link to what it looks like, https://www.instagram.com/tv/CKj8263hT3r/?igshid=1qcs6qjjs3wjd   We’d love to hear from you, drop us a message - [email protected]  Vicky and Maz :)     

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.2

January 20, 2021 22:00 - 53 minutes - 42.2 MB

In this week's episode of the TS12 Podcast, Vicky and Maricarmen discuss New Year's Resolutions why they may or may not be a good idea.  They also cover goal setting, making small changes and discuss how to deal with health anxiety.  POD NOTES Hello New Me: A Daily Food and Exercise Journal.  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hello-New-Me-Exercise-Yourself/dp/1985865181  GET IN TOUCH They'd love to hear from you: [email protected] 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S3. Ep.1

January 13, 2021 22:00 - 54 minutes - 74.5 MB

Welcome back for another season of the TS12 podcast.  Who would have thought we'd be in another lockdown?   Vicky and Maz have a post-Christmas catch-up and chat about the UK lockdown part 3 and discuss how it's affected our collective mental and physical health.  

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.12

November 25, 2020 22:00 - 50 minutes - 38.3 MB

In today's podcast, the Season 2 finale, Maricarmen and Vicky chat about a Covid Christmas and discuss a whole host of entertaining questions related to fitness, diet and exercise.  It's a fun one, think of it as their equivalent of an end of term party. And fear not, the TS12 Podcast will return for Season 3 on Thursday 14th January 2021.  Get in touch with them on:  [email protected]

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.11

November 18, 2020 22:00 - 49 minutes - 37.5 MB

In this week's podcast, Vicky and Maricarmen talk about making small changes and how they can make a big difference.   We all have big changes that we want to make to improve our lives but these are often too big a step to take, they require huge commitment and not to mention mental strength.  Small changes to your daily routine can be easier to implement, and as they build up they compound to create big shifts.  We'd love to hear from you, get in touch at: [email protected] 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.10

November 11, 2020 22:00 - 47 minutes - 36.4 MB

In this podcast Vicky and Maricarmen chat about Lockdown 2.0 and the discovery of the first COVID-19 vaccine.   As well as a side rant about diet fads and the media.   We'd love to hear from you! You can email us on:  [email protected]  

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.9

November 04, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

In today's podcast we chat about the different hypermobility syndromes and how best to manage them.  Maz gives her personal perspective on it and we discuss how to train people who are hypermobile.   We also introduce next week's episode about how making small changes can improve our lives.  We would love to hear from you, contact us on: [email protected]  The information provided on this podcast is for entertainment only, hypermobility syndromes can be complex and it's important to ...

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.8

October 28, 2020 21:00 - 53 minutes - 40.3 MB

In today's podcast we chat about the value of core values.  What are they, how do you find them and why you should.   We share some of our core values and some tips on helping you to find yours.   We'd love to hear from you, you can reach us on: [email protected] Vicky and Maricarmen  

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.7

October 21, 2020 21:00 - 58 minutes - 45.4 MB

In today's TS12 podcast, we talk about all of the things we want to do and wish we had time for and our tips on how to start doing the things we love.   Plus a little segway into breathing techniques and Wim Hoff 'The Iceman', and a chat about life lessons and core values.  We'd love to hear from you, let us know what you think of the podcast and ideas for future episodes.  [email protected]

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.6

October 14, 2020 21:00 - 54 minutes - 45.1 MB

In today's TS12 podcast Vicky and Maricarmen round up on the last few podcast discussions and chat about sleep and its effects on performance, hormones and cycles, and how to support your metabolism.  Drop them a message on [email protected] 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.5

October 07, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MB

In this week's podcast Vicky and Maricarmen take an objective look at 'Performance Enhancing Drugs in Sport' and their effect on the body.  And discuss why athletes, and non-athletes would take risk it.  We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast, contact us on: [email protected]    

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.4

September 30, 2020 21:00 - 55 minutes - 43.2 MB

In today's episode we break down the science behind hunger hormones and look at why there is no simple solution to obesity.   We'd love to hear you feedback on today's discussion, drop us a message on: [email protected] 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.3

September 23, 2020 11:26 - 59 minutes - 82.7 MB

In this week's podcast Maricarmen and Vicky are talking gym etiquette....they talk about some of the funny stuff they've seen or experienced at the gym.   Plus a bit more psyche content when they discuss the 'Drama Triangle' and how avoid it! And the usual features of 'What would I tell my 16 year old self?', 'The Personality Spotlight' and 'Review of the Week'. 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep.2

September 16, 2020 21:00 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MB

In today's podcast we chat about our individual coping strategies for life and sport and how we manage stress. Including 2 new features.....what would we tell our 16 year old selves? And review of the week featuring Michelle Obama.  https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81122487 We'd love to hear from you: [email protected] 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. S2. Ep. 1

September 09, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 91.2 MB

Season 2: Episode 1 Summer catch-up..with a bit of diet and fitness thrown in! Maricarmen and Vicky are back for season 2 of the TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored.  Find out what they’ve been up to over summer 2020. And don’t miss the outtakes at the end! We'd love to hear from you: [email protected] 

The TS12 Podcast: Holistic Therapies : BONUS S1 Ep.2

August 05, 2020 22:00 - 39 minutes - 29.1 MB

In our season 1 finale and 2nd bonus episode, we talk about holistic therapies and some of the strange experiences we've had with them!   Talk to us: [email protected]  We'll be back in September 2020 for Season 2, see you soon!

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. Ep. 11

July 29, 2020 22:00 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MB

In this week's podcast we talk about when and how exercise was invented as a means to improve health.  And discuss if you should get rid of all of your household furniture to improve your functional fitness.   Check out Katy Bowman's Instagram page @nutritiousmovement Get in touch with us: [email protected] 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. Ep. 10

July 22, 2020 18:50 - 52 minutes - 40.3 MB

In today's episode of the TS12 Podcast, we talk about self improvement and whether you should start with the inside first before even thinking about working on the outside.  Maricarmen shares some of her experiences and we discuss how there are many things we might do differently with the benefit of hindsight.  Get in touch with us at: [email protected] We'd love to hear your feedback and any ideas you might have for up and coming shows! Vicky & Maz :) 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. Ep. 9

July 15, 2020 23:01 - 50 minutes - 38.6 MB

In this episode we discuss personality types and how they might help or hinder you in sport and exercise.   What's your personality type? Try the same test that we did.... http://www.psych.uncc.edu/pagoolka/TypeAB.html Get in touch: [email protected]

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. Ep. 8

July 09, 2020 05:48 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB

Today we explore the relationship between sleep and exercise.   We also talk about how we prioritise our own fitness as we try to maintain healthy and balanced lifestyles, and we'll attempt to give you some tips! Get in touch with us on:  [email protected] 

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. Ep.7

July 01, 2020 21:00 - 53 minutes - 40.8 MB

In this week podcast we'll give you our tips on how to make self-care a priority, especially when you don't have much time.  We also talk about the differences between Pilates and Yoga and how COVID19 has affected the reopening of our businesses.   Email us: [email protected]

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. Ep.6

June 24, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MB

We chat about everything that's wrong with diet culture, and how some fads are packaged up to take advantage of you.  PS. We let you in on the secret! Grab a cuppa and join us to chat, slimming world, Peleton, Bikram Yoga, Crossfit and more.   Email us: [email protected]

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. Ep.5

June 17, 2020 13:08 - 55 minutes - 49.8 MB

This week, grab and pen and paper and learn how we take your fitness and movement goals and put some strategies in place to achieve them! Yoga, Pilates, weights of weight loss, we've got your covered.   SHOW NOTES https://www.phbp.co.uk/blog/cheesecake  Maricarmen's 'Cheesecake Hack Recipe'     

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. Ep.4

June 10, 2020 21:06 - 53 minutes - 99.6 MB

This week we explore emotional intelligence and if we should exercise with our loved ones?  We also talk about falling off the 'diet wagon' and what you can do if this happens.  The 5 Love Languages Test https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/  Email us: [email protected]  

The TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored. Ep.3

June 03, 2020 22:33 - 52 minutes - 98.5 MB

S1 003 - Exploring Confirmation Bias in Health and Fitness In today's podcast we are talking about confirmation bias, what it is, how to avoid it, and how it affects our health and wellbeing. We also discuss which is best.. static stretching versus dynamic stretching.  WATCH this show on our YouTube Channel, The TS12 Show: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored Email us: [email protected]

The TS12 Podcast: Exercise: BONUS S1 Ep.1

May 28, 2020 05:18 - 36 minutes - 67.5 MB

In this special episode, we diversify from the usual podcast structure and bring you the first SPECIAL podcast looking at 4 interesting things you didn't know about exercise.   SHOW NOTES: 'The out- of-sync child child', Carol Stock Kranowitz M.A 'Help your boys succeed' - Gary Wilson Maslow's (Triangle) Hierarchy of Needs