Episode 20 - Navigating Christmas

This conversation with Sophia Harris is all about relationship with food. We discuss societal influences and the role of the fitness industry in altering our relationship with food. Sophia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophia_apollo_nutrition/ CB Nutrition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbnutrition_/ Take the 2 minute Food Mindset Mastery Quiz: https://foodmindsetmastery.scoreapp.com

In this podcast, I'm joined by my former client, business partner and friend Catherine Cheek, to discuss her weight loss journey. Catherine shares her incredible story including her years of yo-yo dieting, her hip replacement surgery at 42, her weight loss journey using a Very Low Calorie Diet and the work she did to rebuild her relationship with food. Despite all the challenges she faced, Catherine is now in the best shape of her life, fitness is a huge passion and she has qualified as a fitness coach 01:40 Catherine's Weight Loss Journey: The Beginning 03:14 The Impact of Weight on Catherine's Life 05:54 Turning Point: The Hip Replacement 07:10 The Effect of Weight on Catherine's Career 11:08 The Very Low Calorie Diet: A Desperate Measure 22:00 The Aftermath of the Very Low Calorie Diet 25:54 The Journey to a Healthier Relationship with Food 31:34 Catherine's Future Goals and Final Thoughts Catherine's IG: https://www.instagram.com/big_silver_bird/ CB Nutrition IG: https://www.instagram.com/cbnutrition_/ Take the 2 minute Food Mindset Mastery Quiz: https://foodmindsetmastery.scoreapp.com

In this podcast I was joined by self-identified 'health mongrel' Dan Osman, to chat through his thoughts on body image, what health means and the good and bad of the fitness industry We explored how cultural, societal, parental, and peer influences play a role in shaping body image, the issue of online marketing in promoting unrealistic body ideals, and the ethical concerns revolving around the fitness industry. The podcast highlights the importance of discovering what health means for each individual, from physical fitness to financial wellbeing - and how the fitness industry has evolved over time. 03:17 The Importance of Understanding the Human Condition in Fitness 03:54 The Role of Compliance in Fitness and Nutrition 06:17 The Evolution of Body Image Standards 17:31 The Impact of Social Media on Body Image 21:16 The Ethics of Health and Fitness Marketing 26:59 The Impact of Body Inclusivity in Marketing 27:41 The Fitness Industry's Approach to Body Positivity 28:21 The Influence of Society and Culture on Body Image 29:19 The Role of the Fitness Industry in Supporting Body Image 30:56 The Ethical Dilemma of Using Body Image to Sell Products 31:20 The Importance of Transparency and Reflection in Fitness Industry 42:57 The Evolution of the Fitness Industry

In this episode, I cover the 'perfection myth' in dieting, arguing that it sets unrealistic standards and overlooks the natural unpredictability of our daily lives, leading to cycles of self-judgement and disappointment. The all-or-nothing approach makes it harder for us to deal with setbacks, and focus on progress over perfection. To prevent this, we can use self-compassion, setting realistic but flexible goals, being mindful of eating habits, and getting support from others as more manageable and sustainable strategies towards weight loss and healthier living. The moments of joy and pleasure in our lives shouldn't be viewed as failures or setbacks in one's diet and ultimately, letting go of perfection can transform one's relationship with food and increase chances of long-term weight loss and sustainable behaviour change. 00:00 Introduction to the Perfection Myth in Dieting 00:59 The Problem with the Perfectionist Mindset 01:43 The Impact of Self-Criticism on Dieting 02:42 The Importance of Balance and Adaptability in Dieting 03:28 The Reality of Dieting and Life's Pleasurable Moments 05:11 Shifting Away from the Perfectionist Mindset 06:31 Setting Realistic and Flexible Goals 08:54 The Role of Mindfulness and Support in Dieting 09:51 Conclusion: Embracing Imperfections for Sustainable Weight Loss Want to change how you view food, and work on being less perfect? Take my 2 minute Food Mindset Mastery Quiz to work out how to do that: https://foodmindsetmastery.scoreapp.com

In this chat, I'm joined by psychologist Ella Whitcomb-Khan. We delve into the topic of burnout, discussing its triggers, effects, and interventions. You will learn what burnout is, the signs and symptoms, how it might feel - as well as some practical strategies you can implement to reduce your risk of burnout. 00:00 Introduction 00:10 Understanding Burnout: Definition and Impact 01:12 Physical, Psychological, and Behavioral Aspects of Burnout 02:39 The Cruel Irony of Overworking and Burnout 04:08 The Physical Symptoms of Burnout and Their Misinterpretation 05:37 The Interconnection of Burnout Symptoms and Their Impact 06:45 The Role of Work and Personal Identity in Burnout 07:18 The Importance of Rest and Its Lack of Reward 07:56 The Misconception of Work Hours and Burnout 08:17 The Role of Meaning and Purpose in Work 10:07 The Impact of Self-Employment on Burnout 12:09 The Importance of Identity Outside of Work 14:01 The Role of Autonomy and Control in Work 15:24 The Impact of Workload and Autonomy on Burnout 23:37 The Importance of Boundaries Around Work 23:39 The Role of Physical and Mental Health in Burnout 25:03 The Importance of Transitions and Shutdowns in Work 26:30 The Impact of Commute on Burnout 28:14 The Importance of Different Thinking Modes 29:50 The Power of Checklists in Operations 30:20 The Problem with Repetitive Examples in Books 30:57 The Importance of Reading Difficult Books 31:38 The Value of Original Texts and Deep Work 32:50 The Influence of Reality TV on Learning and Understanding 33:20 The Role of Personal Development in Preventing Burnout 33:52 The Importance of Finding Meaning and Purpose 37:24 The Impact of Society's Expectations on Burnout 38:39 The Struggle with Comparison and Self-Worth 46:09 The Importance of Intentional Use of Time 47:17 The Role of Self-Awareness and Emotion Management in Preventing Burnout 49:26 The Importance of Acceptance and Self-Compassion 58:27 The Definition of a Good Life You can find Ella here: https://www.instagram.com/thefitnesspsych_/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbnutrition_/ Food Mindset Mastery Quiz: https://foodmindsetmastery.scoreapp.com Free Navigating Christmas Live Training 30th November 7:30pm: https://navigatingchristmastraining.scoreapp.com

What is body image, and why should we care about it? In this episode, I chat to Michelle Carroll, about the nuances of body image and it's influences such as media, family and peers. We discuss misconceptions of body image, and discuss the multifaceted nature of body image. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:19 Discussing the Nuances of Body Image 00:33 Defining Body Image and its Components 02:15 Understanding Body Confidence and Body Positivity 02:44 The Misconceptions of Body Positivity Movement 05:16 The Importance of Body Image in Health and Fitness 09:24 Personal Journey with Body Image 15:32 The Impact of Fat Loss on Body Image 20:44 Body Image in Sports 24:50 Determining Factors in Body Image Perception 31:05 Strategies to Improve Body Image 36:13 Closing Thoughts You can find Michelle on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/michellecarroll1/ Visit Michelle's website to read more of her long-form content: https://michellecarrollfitness.ie/blog-educational-resources/ Subscribe to Michelle's email list here: https://carrollm.substack.com/?r=1uxyis&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklist My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbnutrition_/ The Food Mindset Mastery Quiz: https://foodmindsetmastery.scoreapp.com/

In this episode, I discuss the tools and techniques I work on with clients to help them navigate the Christmas period and ensure that they can find the balance between enjoying time with loved ones over food and drink, but also stay on track with their goals I'll be running a live training on this on Thursday 30th November 2023 at 7:30pm, if you're interested in signing up then please find the link here: https://navigatingchristmastraining.scoreapp.com Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbnutrition_/ Take my Food Mindset Mastery Quiz: https://foodmindsetmastery.scoreapp.com

In this podcast, I chat about 5 simple things that you could do to help with weight loss - that you're probably not doing right now! Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/cbnutrition_/ Take my Food Mindset Mastery Quiz: https://charlie-djccfk0e.scoreapp.com If you found this useful, please review wherever you listen! And share it with any friends or family who you think might benefit from it

This podcast is all about why people feel like they know what to do when it comes to weight loss, but they actually really struggle with doing it. If you're interested in this topic, then you can sign up for my FREE Live Training; 'Bridging the Gap: From Knowing, to Doing'. Click the link to find out more: https://bridgingthegap.scoreapp.com

In this episode, I discuss how to stop overeating at the weekends, and the strategies that I use with my clients to help them balance social occasions with losing weight