109 - Raspberry Ape

The Gang are back with their second half of a perfect day. How to have one, and believe it or not, this one includes Tequila (try saying that without smiling!

Something a little different today. It's just Gemma joined in the studio by the host of "When Life Gives You Lemons" Emma Levy. Emma's podcast which interviews high performing individuals from the sporting, corporate, cultural world and beyond, who have been through adversity but come back stronger. Emma, who found a shift in her perspective on life following her diagnosis and subsequent treatment for breast cancer, she aims to explore and share other amazing stories with the ultimate goal of helping others deal with adversity, and inspire them to do great things.

Granted this was shot early on, however the points still ring true. The team tackle how to make, small changes that over time create big results!

Hello and welcome to The Discomfort Zone, the podcast that gets you comfortable with the Uncomfortable Today Show. We have Dan Strauss, a.k.a. The Raspberry Ape, and we get down and dirty about his knee to train naked, wear some daisy G hot pants and Marty strangle a few men.

Welcome to The Discomfort Zone, getting you comfortable with the uncomfortable! Today we discuss the perfect day. Does it even exist!? Tell us what your perfect day looks like!

In this episode of The Discomfort Zone, the team discuss the numerous health benefits of spending time in nature. They explore how nature affects both physical and mental well-being. Gemma shares her upcoming hiking adventure and the team bids her farewell. Tune in to hear the lively conversation and get ready to get comfortable with the uncomfortable.

In this episode of The Discomfort Zone, hosts Gem and Nadiva discuss overdoing it and the importance of keeping your ego in check. They also share anecdotes from Muscle Max and question the accuracy of Apple Watch readings. The hosts also talk about how "fine" can stand for being "fucked up, insecure, neurotic, and emotional" and discuss Nadiva' tonsillitis.

In this episode of The Discomfort Zone, the Matt & Nadiva chatch up with Gemma on FaceTime as she returns from the Coppa Feel Trek. They cover quickly physical and emotional exhaustion, as well as her blisters! . Then it's over to Matt and Nadiva to get personal! Just the two of them, peeling back the layers and getting properly aquainted! [00:02:57] Overcoming challenges. [00:04:53] The origin of a name. [00:08:48] Becoming a Personal Trainer. [00:10:19] Body image and fitness journey. [00:14:49] Clinical Psychology Practice. [00:17:34] Work-life balance. [00:21:30] Dealing with severe trauma. [00:23:25] Rewarding moments in counseling. [00:27:44] Setting Fitness Goals. [00:30:29] Mud Girl Run. [00:34:19] Empathy and vulnerability. [00:36:25] Boundaries in therapy. [00:39:15] Therapy during COVID. [00:44:29] Training outside is amazing. [00:46:02] Fitness and Nutrition Tips. [00:48:56] Work trips as holidays.

In this episode of The Discomfort Zone, Gem discusses her upcoming Coppa Trek with Nadiva and how it relates to her breast cancer journey. She reflects on the whirlwind experience of being diagnosed and treated while juggling motherhood, work, and being a wife. Gem also shares her fears of being cold and discusses her mistaken assumption that Hadrian's Wall was on the south coast of England. [00:02:13] Copperfeel Trek for Cancer Patients. [00:05:10] BRCA1 gene and cancer risk. [00:09:35] Power of nutrition. [00:10:06] Pregnancy scare from expired pregnancy test. [00:13:25] Cancer fundraising trek. [00:17:49] Excitement for camping outdoors. [00:20:01] Pattern matching and triggers. [00:22:33] Braiding hair with tights. [00:25:58] Finding your people. [00:28:59] Being present in nature. [00:33:34] Mountain Climbing Wardrobe. [00:34:18] Nutrition and meal prep. [00:39:32] Copperfield breast cancer charity. [00:40:20] Breast cancer awareness. [00:43:56] Overcoming challenges. [00:47:14] Finding strength through adversity.

Before Gemma embarks on her 100km CoppaTrek, the gang catch up with fellow Trekker and team leader Sanam. Sanam also happens to be the winner of S9 of Love Island. You can support Gemma on the trek here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/gemma-isaacs