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Wellness that Works

104 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 53 ratings

What does wellness mean to you? Hosts Pip and Jason openly chat with a variety of guests about their inspiring, life-changing experiences. Join us every other Wednesday for real people, real lives, and real talk.

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54: Emma Revie - CEO of The Trussell Trust

March 31, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

This week on the podcast, we’re joined by the incredible Emma Revie, CEO of The Trussell Trust, a non-profit charity that supports a network of food banks as well as people locked in poverty and has the goal of creating a hunger-free future for everyone. Emma shares how difficult the start of the pandemic was for food banks with volunteers shielding, referral centres closed and essential food items like pasta were off supermarket shelves. It was through sheer force of will to help people th...

53: Dr Gemma Newman - GP & Bestselling Author

March 24, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

One year since lockdown was announced, HOW?! This week on the podcast we’re joined by Dr. Gemma Newman who shares her lockdown experience from the point of view of a healthcare professional. Gemma also shares the importance of coming back to ourselves, how we can love ourselves more, recognising the influences around us and so much more.

52: Focus on You

March 17, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

Exciting omelettes, stretching, adapting all over again, this week on the podcast Sam and Lily have a good old catch-up and natter. From not putting pressure on ourselves to look or feel a certain way by a certain date, to making sure you find something that makes you happy every day, it’s an episode you don’t want to miss.

51: Maddie Hinch - Team GB Hockey Goalkeeper

March 10, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

We’re joined by the brilliant Maddie Hinch MBE, who went from school sports to winning gold at the Olympics in the British Women’s Hockey team. Maddie discusses having confidence in the things you do, finding new things to enjoy, and knowing where to best invest your energy. We talk about what lockdown has looked like for an Olympian, the importance of goal setting and so much more.

50: Lisa Faulkner - Celebrity Chef & Actress

March 03, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

You heard it here, even celebrity chefs can get bored of cooking dinner! This week on the Wellness that Works podcast we’re joined by the incredibly talented Lisa Faulkner. We had a lovely chat with Lisa about being grateful for your body, eating to be happy and the sliding door moment she had when she took part in Master Chef. She also shared with us her challenges with fertility, the stigmas around adoption, and the communities of people you find on your journey.

49: Prioritising Non-Scale Victories

February 24, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

Ready for some positivity? We sure are! This week on the Wellness that Works podcast, Sam and Lily catch up on how their lockdowns have been and discuss their newly found non-scale victories. They discuss regaining optimism, finding what’s important in life, and commando running?? It’s a good one this week if you’re needing a bit of a mindset shift.

48: Tom Bosworth - Team GB Race Walker

February 17, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

From starting off at his local athletics club to becoming an Olympic athlete, Tom Bosworth joins us on the Wellness that Works podcast to talk us through his incredible journey on how he became a race walker. Using it as a form of escapism, Tom’s enjoyment for race walking demonstrates you don’t always have to be good at something when you start out. Through his perseverance, he’s gone on to smash records that changed the trajectory of his life.

47: Too Many Topics!

February 10, 2021 20:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

Feeling positive about Feb? We are! This week on the podcast we’re discussing a wide range of eclectic topics. We also share how our Walks to Wellness have been going that take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1PM, as well as an inside scoop into Digital 360.

46: Feel-good Fitness

February 03, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Sharing her tips on staying inspired during lockdown and how to remain positive, this week on the Wellness that Works podcast we’re talking to WW member Verity. In this episode, Verity takes us through her WW journey and how she got to where she is with the support of those around her.

45: Positivity with Pai

January 27, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Beaming positivity this week on the Wellness that Works podcast by speaking to WW member Pai. Pai shares how she’s gained more confidence through her WW journey, picking up running later in life, the amazingly supportive Connect community, and how to feel grateful in life.

44: What’s in Your Fridge?

January 20, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Three weeks into Jan, how are you all holding up? If you’re in need of a pick me up, and some inspiration about what to do with everything in your fridge right now, then we are ready to educate you on this week’s Wellness that Works podcast episode! Theories with Sam, stats with Lily, innuendos, and rambles - you’re really getting it all this week so buckle up!

43: Resolutions Rewritten

January 13, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

Just over a year ago, stuck in a cycle of eating out of boredom, Saskia decided to join WW to lose weight and feel confident again. She was surprised that there was a community of people that would help her in her journey, push her out of her comfort zone, and inspire her newfound love for cooking. Saskia has reached her goal and hasn’t looked back since.

42: NEW! myWW+

January 06, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

Can you believe it, season 3 is here - and look, we’ve had a makeover! To kick off the new season, we jumped on the chance to chat with our programme expert Julia, to talk all about myWW+, setting goals, and all the goodness we need to get 2021 off to a great start.

41: The End of Season 2

December 23, 2020 05:00 - 55 seconds - 888 KB

Well what a ride Season 2 of the podcast has been! We’ve had some truly amazing guests join us on the Wellness that Works podcast this year, each with their own incredibly inspiring journeys and stories. Thank you to everyone who has listened and downloaded our episodes - we’re so glad that listening to Sam and Lily each Wednesday can bring you a bit of mid-week joy. We’re so excited to return in the New Year with Season 3!! Watch this space!!

40: Stay 'Appy

December 16, 2020 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

This week we look into the ties we have to our phones and whether or not we truly need every app we’ve downloaded. We discuss some of the shocking statistics from our latest research, as well as the impact being on our phones can have on our sleep and wellbeing.

39: Tools for Success

December 09, 2020 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

With the wealth of content that’s available on the WW app, we thought this week, we’d bring on our very own content guru Sophie. We discuss the progression of the app, how you can achieve your goals and make the most out of your membership.

38: A Fresh Perspective

December 02, 2020 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

It's a random rollercoaster of topics as we catch up for the first time in a couple of weeks.. Sam and Lily discuss their lockdown goals, and whether or not they’ve achieved them, the importance of hyping yourself up, and getting creative over the festive season.

37: Going Back to Basics

November 25, 2020 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

Wellness works! This week we’re joined by a truly uplifting guest, one of our WW members, Kay. Since lockdown began, Kay has walked 10 thousand steps every day and got the chance to have a sit-down chat with fellow member, Robbie Williams! Kay shares how small steps can lead to big change and how the happy atmosphere of Virtual Workshops has played a part in her journey these past couple of months.

36: Making time to Meditate

November 18, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

“Getting your mindset in the right place can help you achieve any goal you want to put into place”. This week we’re joined by WW Coach and meditation expert Miranda. She shares her beginner’s guide to meditation, how it can work for you, and how she deals with stress. Miranda also gives us a teaser of the meditation sessions she runs on the Healthy Body, Healthy Mind group on Connect.

35: Hormones and Health

November 11, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

WW Coach Laura, who also runs the My Hormones, My Health podcast, joins us and shares her experience with PMDD and the challenges it brings. We also discuss how important WW Workshops are to members and the whole mindset element of the programme.

34: The Importance of Non-Scale Victories

November 04, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

Even when life throws obstacles your way, it’s important to stay positive. This week we’re joined by WW member Eliza who shares her steps to reset, how she coped with her wedding being postponed and the ‘Don’t shop til’ you drop’ challenge.

33: Halloween Special

October 28, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Trick or treat buckets and stress buckets?! We’re a multifaceted podcast, what can we say? In honour of the spookiest season, we discuss scary snacks and costumes, as well as battling Seasonal Affective Disorder and the importance of checking-in on the people around you.

32: Getting to know Anna Hill

October 21, 2020 02:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

“It’s like having a bit of magic in your hand”, General Manager of WW UK, Anna Hill has joined us on the podcast to discuss her love for WW and the app. She also discusses our amazing Virtual Workshops and what a healthy lifestyle looks like to her.

31: More than Willpower

October 14, 2020 03:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

This week with member ambassador Elisha, we discuss willpower and why it’s important to recognise your feelings, focus on what makes you happy and how to keep a positive mindset. It’s an uplifting episode so take a listen and feel inspired.

30: Feel Inspired with Kadeena Cox MBE

October 07, 2020 03:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

Talk about inspirational! Paralympian, Kadeena Cox MBE, joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her incredible story, the road to recovery when she discovered she had MS, smashing goals and finding a fresh start.

29: Success at Service Stations

September 30, 2020 02:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

With being on the road for work, between takeaways and service station restaurants, Tony would eat out of convenience. He started his journey back in January and hasn't looked back since. In this episode, Tony discusses lifestyle changes and his tips to thinking differently about food.

28: Robbie Williams: One Year On

September 23, 2020 09:30 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

Guess who’s back… WW ambassador Robbie joins us again on the Wellness that Works podcast, one year on from his first appearance. He discusses the surprising joys of lockdown, the power of going on a walk, the possibilities of ‘maybe’ and so much more. Special Guest: Robbie Williams.

27: Boost your Confidence

September 16, 2020 02:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

Guilty of the guilt spiral? Not today! This week on the podcast, we’re joined by WW member and one of our most recent TV stars Janine. From recognising milestone moments to taking compliments, we discuss how you can boost your confidence.

26: Approaching Autumn

September 09, 2020 02:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

Freezer burn challenge anyone? Autumn is approaching which calls for warm hearty meals that you can save for later. We discuss the new WW batch cooking cookbook that’s coming soon. So grab a cuppa, this episode gets cozy.

25: Resetting Your Goals

September 02, 2020 02:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

From finding your groove to finding the time for yourself, we discuss it all with WW member Sophie in this week’s episode of the podcast. As a long time member of WW, Sophie also shares how she keeps a good routine without sacrificing anything.

24: Small Habits = Big Results

August 19, 2020 02:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

We’re joined by WW bro, Joe on this week’s episode of the podcast. We talk about switching up your food choices, staying active to boost your mood and making small changes which will ultimately create a big impact on your health.

23: Celebrating One Year in your Ears

August 12, 2020 02:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

It’s our birthday!! It’s been a full year since the Wellness that Works podcast first launched, so naturally we’re celebrating. We discuss eating out, trying new things for Move More with WW and the positive vibes we’re maybe all feeling.

22: Move More with WW & Caroline Pearce

August 05, 2020 02:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

From starting your fitness journey to preventing post-workout stiffness, there’s a lot to discuss on this week’s episode of the podcast. We’re joined with FitOn trainer extraordinaire Caroline Pearce to discuss why our Move More with WW challenge can work for everyone.

21: Our Relationship with Food

July 29, 2020 03:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

From switching myWW colours to striking a balance, WW member Becky is on this week’s episode of the podcast to discuss focusing on the things she enjoys and how her relationship with food has changed over time.

20: Stress Busting Tips

July 22, 2020 03:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Want to feel inspired? Do we have the thing for you! This week on the podcast, we’re joined by WW member Nat, who shares with us the dangers of social media comparison, mini milestones and learning to enjoy fitness as a way to de-stress.

19: What Are You Looking Forward To?

July 15, 2020 03:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

With lockdown starting to ease, Sam and Lily discuss what activities they’re excited about starting again in this week's episode of the podcast. From attending live music to getting a manicure, what are you most looking forward to?

18: How have Brits found Lockdown?

July 08, 2020 03:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

During lockdown, did you feel at times you were overeating? In this episode of the podcast, Sam and Lily discuss some of the stats of our most recent research. From turning towards comfort to feeling in control, they discuss resetting and thinking about your wellness.

17: Breaking Boundaries with Candice Brathwaite

July 01, 2020 03:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

WW ambassador and author of ‘I am Not your Baby Mother’, Candice Brathwaite joins us on this week's podcast! We discuss breaking boundaries, prioritising wellness and losing weight whilst still being body positive. Special Guest: Candice Brathwaite.

16: Member Success - Rachael

June 24, 2020 02:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

WW member Rachael, (who you may just recognise from our new TV ad) shares her story from avoiding fitness to suddenly having the fitness bug, maintaining goal during lockdown, the WW community coming together and sharing food finds.

15: Our Top Food Hacks!

June 17, 2020 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

Let’s talk food!! Sam and Lily reveal some of their favourite food hacks, fun ways you can use your ZeroPoints with the new Zero Heroes cookbook and the versatility of the WW plan to ensure a balance of all different types of foods.

14: Know Your Health - Diabetes

June 10, 2020 05:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

It’s Diabetes Week and we’re joined by our National Healthcare Manager, Jo. We discuss different symptoms, what happens when you join WW as a result of your diagnosis and the whole community of people supporting each other through it. Take a listen and you may be surprised by what you’ll learn.

13: The Power of Meal Planning

June 03, 2020 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

Running out of meal ideas? Sam and Lily discuss where they get their inspiration from and how meal planning is a key component into having a successful week.

12: Habits of Lockdown

May 27, 2020 05:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

Felt like you lost some habits during lockdown? Or have you gained some habits you want to keep post-lockdown? In this week’s episode we’re discussing the guilt we sometimes feel if we break a habit and how you can re-frame your mindset.

11: Looking After You in Lockdown

May 20, 2020 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

Sam and Lily discuss all things mindset. From the realities of lockdown to the impact of social media.

10: The Impact of Sleep

May 13, 2020 05:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

In this episode, Wellness that Works hosts Sam and Lily discuss the importance of sleep and the effects a bad night's sleep can have on not only our mood, but our overall health. They discuss weird dreams since lockdown and how the new sleep tracker that’s now available in the WW app can better improve your sleep cycle. Take a listen!

09: Moving More During Lockdown

May 06, 2020 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

The first work-from-home episode of the podcast has landed! We discuss the realities of lockdown, overcoming challenges and how taking time to exercise can not only help physically, but also help with our overall wellbeing.

08: It's Better Together

February 13, 2020 14:30 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

This week Sam and Lily speak to the dynamic duo, Andri and Mo, a couple who joined WW together and have lost an incredible 8st between them. They discuss how they’ve changed their eating habits and how they support one another on their WW journeys. Special Guest: Andri and Mo.

07: Our NEW myWW™ Programme

January 16, 2020 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Welcome to Season TWO of the Wellness that Works podcast! This week we’re speaking to Global Chief Science Officer, Gary Foster who discusses our latest programme launch, myWW. We talk about all three customised food approaches and the benefits that each one brings to everyone’s different lifestyles. Special Guest: Gary Foster.

06: Festive Favourites with WW

December 16, 2019 00:00 - 31 minutes - 58.6 MB

The festive edition of your favourite podcast, Wellness that Works, is finally here! This week we’re speaking to WW member Emily about staying on track over Christmas and the anxieties that come with the festive season. Special Guest: Emily Poole.

05: Robbie's WW Journey

November 28, 2019 00:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

He’s back! WW ambassador, Robbie Williams joins us again on the podcast to discuss his WW journey so far and which approach he has chosen on our new myWW programme. Special Guest: Robbie Williams.