Catch Up With Cat

Chris Wilson, a choreographer who works with people of all ages, from all backgrounds, talks about how good morning exercise can be for your mental health. Iona Barker, mental health coach discusses why some sounds make us happy and some sounds make us anxious.

Chef Craig Wilson from Eat on the Green talks about why eating well is vital for the immune system, mind and body. Tony McLaren from Breathing Space talks about the importance on keeping an eye on stress levels. Plus Peter Lerpiniere from NHS Borders talks about how reducing news consumption and switching off can help you unwind.

Hayley Matthews, broadcaster, mother and blogger discusses how her family are coping, why setting a routine helps and why keeping an eye on the mental health of herself and her children is important. Mental health coach Iona Barker gets creative and Clinical Psychiatrist Doctor John Mitchell explains why alcohol and caffeine should be avoided near bedtime.

Cat speaks with Craig who is doing the NHS Couch to 5k and is joined by Personal Trainer Robynn Haggart to get some additional coaching advice. Comedian and Panto star Johnny Mac offers ideas on being creative and how it can help mental health. Johnny also gives Cat a TikTok lesson and encourages everyone to get involved. Pilates Coach Mori Cristian talks about the importance of winding down before bed and explains some stretches that can help.

Hampden Sports Clinic and Scottish Football Association Doctor John MacLean talks about how to keep fit in a way that works for you and how getting started can be half the battle. Scotland and Kilmarnock star Stephen O’Donnell explains how baking helps his mental health. Plus mental health coach Iona Barker offers advice on how breathing can benefit the mind and body.

Fitness and Inferno Pilates Coach Mori Christian offers some motivation and simple stretches to do at home. Tony MacLaren from Breathing Space talks about the importance of getting things off your chest.

Award winning chef Brian Maule joins Cat to explain why it is important to have a good breakfast and how it can lift the mood for the entire day. David Duke from Street Soccer talks about the importance of staying connected whilst stuck at home and Tony McLaren from Breathing Space highlights some trigger points that could be a sign of stress.

With home-learning high on the agenda, Cat talks to Neil Innes, a primary school teacher and father of two young children to get top tips on home-learning and creating routine. John Loughton, a charity worker and volunteer talks about the benefits of small acts of kindness and Doctor Jane Morris explains the benefits of reducing time spent online. This show was broadcast on Wednesday 29th April.

Personal Trainer Robynn Haggart and volunteer Craig joins Cat to talk about the NHS Couch to 5k campaign. Chair of Royal College of Psychiatrists, Professor John Crichton talks about the importance of time management and how to avoid becoming overwhelmed. Plus Clinical Psychiatrist Doctor John Mitchell explains the benefits of getting a good night’s sleep and switching off to negative news.

Hampden Sports Clinic and Scottish Football Association doctor John MacLean tells Cat how we can improve our mood by moving every day. Tony MacLaren from Breathing Space suggests ways to connect with friends and family. Plus mental health coach Iona Barker has advice on how to relax and unwind before bed.