In this Fit for Business and Life conversation, Martin Sharp is joined by his accountant of 16 years, Mark Overend of Ascentis accountants. More than just balancing books, Mark and his team specialise in giving business owners confidence, clarity and peace of mind about their finances, while also guiding them to make smarter decisions for growth and stability.

From the early days of Martin starting his own business, through recessions, growth phases and strategy pivots, Mark has been a trusted advisor and sounding board. Together they explore:

🏦 Financial mastery

🏦 The role of management accounts and cashflow forecasting

🏦 Common financial mistakes that put business owners at risk

🏦 How to use cloud accounting tools for real-time insights

🏦 Preparing for growth, exits or even family succession planning

🏦 Why advisory accountants are valuable

Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur or consultant, this episode is packed with real-world insights on how to create not only a sustainable business but also one that supports the life you want.

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In this running special, host Martin Sharp welcomes back Dr Alka Patel to the podcast, she is a longevity and lifestyle medicine doctor and founder of the Million Hour Club. They take a deep dive into the connection between running, mindset and performance.

Martin reflects on his journey from non-runner to marathon finisher, and how Dr Patel’s data-driven health strategies transformed his energy levels, recovery and resilience. Together, they explore how precision testing, tailored nutrition and mindset shifts can help you perform better.

This episode is a must-listen for busy professionals, business owners and high achievers who want to apply elite running principles to their business and personal performance.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

🏃‍♂️How to measure, reverse and protect your biological age

🏃‍♂️The role of youth span in sustaining long-term energy and performance

🏃‍♂️How small tweaks in nutrition can be game-changing

🏃‍♂️Why cortisol management is key for runners and business leaders alike

🏃‍♂️The science of sleep, stress and strategic recovery

🏃‍♂️How to choose the right health tech

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In this special episode of the Fit Life Podcast, host Martin is joined by co-host and world traveller Dominic to talk about Martin's upcoming adventure to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.

With marathon training still fresh in Martin’s legs, the pair explore how endurance, preparation and mindset all come together when facing one of the world’s great trekking challenges. From kit lists and altitude strategy to lessons in resilience and saying “yes” to opportunities, this conversation is a blend of practical preparation and inspiration for both adventurers and business professionals.

For anyone curious about how the discipline of running and endurance sport translates into tackling bucket-list goals, this episode is packed with insights and real-world lessons.

In this episode, we cover:

⛰️ How marathon training builds endurance

⛰️ Turning anxiety into excitement when facing big challenges

⛰️ Kit list, hydration, nutrition and first aid for long climbs

⛰️ Timing, opportunity and serendipity

⛰️ Lessons from adventure that apply to business resilience and growth

This episode is perfect for busy professionals, business owners and consultants who want to understand how mindset, preparation and consistency create success in both adventure and business — and who are inspired by the idea of taking on their own “Kilimanjaro moment.”

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In this new episode of the Fit For Life Podcast, co-host Dominic opens up about the often-overlooked pillar of personal performance, Moderation. From bad habits like late-night scrolling to navigating lifestyle demands in this busy world, Dom shares how he’s learning to rest, recover and recalibrate, without losing momentum.

Moderation isn’t about doing less. It’s about doing what matters at the right time, to maintain the optimum energy, confidence and focus.

Whether you're a business owner, consultant or professional managing high workloads and ambitious goals, this episode explores how to create balance without burnout.

We explore:

🔥Why moderation matters for energy, performance and long-term success

🔥How Dom defines rest

🔥The impact of sleep, screens, alcohol and overstimulation on recovery

🔥Reframing the real values of eating, sleeping and habits

🔥Anxiety vs. excitement: understanding the nervous system’s signals

🔥Simple daily resets (like coffee breaks and walks) that change everything

🔥How resting builds clarity, productivity and resilience

For busy business leaders ready to live even more healthier, happier and higher-achieving lives.

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In this empowering Fit for Business and Life episode, host Martin Sharp sits down with returning guest Ruth Driscoll, “The Life Liberator”, to explore how to break free from manipulative and controlling influences — whether at home, in the workplace, or in your own mind.

Ruth shares her journey from head teacher in one of the UK’s most challenging inner-city schools, to overcoming a controlling personal relationship, to speaking on stages around the world. Together, they discuss the parallels between high-pressure business leadership and personal resilience, and why true empowerment starts with reclaiming your self-worth.

You’ll hear powerful stories, practical strategies, and leadership insights that can help you handle conflict, rebuild confidence, and live in alignment with your values — even in the face of adversity.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

💪How to recognise manipulative or toxic behaviours

💪The surprising link between professional risk management and personal stress management

💪Why self-respect is the foundation of breaking free from control

💪How Ruth went from survival mode to global stages, bestselling books, and TEDx

💪Strategies to protect your mental health in high-pressure roles

💪The first steps to rebuilding inner strength and personal resilience

💪How to stop self-sabotage and become your own best ally

💪Why conquering yourself is the key to conquering any challenge

Rock Solid Resilience Challenge:

Ruth shares details of her Rock Solid Resilience Challenge — a 10-day mindset expedition designed to help you build the inner strength to face any personal or professional challenge.

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In this episode of Season 4, Fit for Business and Life co-host Dominic Furness returns with Host Martin Sharp for a powerful deep dive into movement and why it's so much more than just exercise.

Dom shares how movement has evolved from casual skate sessions into a structured, multi-modal practice that keeps his body agile, his energy high, and his mind fresh. Whether it's walking, resistance training, yoga, climbing or hiking, movement is never negotiable.

In this episode, we explore:

🛹 Dom’s personal shift from casual activity to intentional movement

🛹 Why variety is crucial for long-term motivation and health

🛹 The difference between movement, exercise and mobility. Plus, why all three matter

🛹 How movement supports brain health, emotional wellbeing and injury recovery

🛹 Common misconceptions about rest, routine and intensity

🛹 Tips for staying consistent without burning out or overtraining

Perfect for busy business owners, consultants and professionals who feel stuck in sedentary habits or are looking to future-proof their performance.

This is an honest and relatable conversation about how to move well, stay mobile and maintain energy for life.

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In this Fit For Life Podcast special episode, host Martin Sharp is joined by author, speaker and professional coach Ruth Driscoll to discuss the mindset, preparation and lessons behind their upcoming expedition to climb Mount Kilimanjaro next month.

With just a few weeks to go before they board their flight to Tanzania, Martin and Ruth reflect on training challenges, gear testing and how saying “yes” to a big, hairy, audacious goal can transform your health, resilience and outlook on life. From tackling the Surrey Three Peaks before recording this podcast to learning the science behind altitude acclimatisation, they share practical tips for anyone preparing for a major challenge, whether physical, professional or personal.

This episode is packed with insights for busy professionals and business owners on stepping outside your comfort zone, turning goals into daily actions, and sustaining performance under pressure.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

⛰️Why saying “yes” to big opportunities can change your life

⛰️How to prepare for high-altitude challenges

⛰️ Fastest ways to succeed

⛰️Training methods for busy schedules

⛰️Balancing fear and excitement when facing the unknown

⛰️How small daily changes compound into major performance gains

⛰️ How to grow your comfort zone

⛰️The connection between physical challenges, mental health and business performance

Whether you dream of climbing Kilimanjaro, running a marathon or taking on your next big career move, this conversation will inspire you to get prepared, get moving and get going.

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In this second episode of Season 4, Fit for Life co-host Dominic Furness steps back into the spotlight to reflect on his evolving approach to meals, fuelling, and nutrition. In conversation with host Martin Sharp, Dom opens up about how his food choices have changed dramatically over the past year, not through restriction but through awareness, balance and purpose.

With personal insights drawn from budgeting, endurance training and long-term health goals, this is an honest and relatable discussion designed for busy professionals and business owners navigating their own wellness journeys.

In this episode, we explore:

🥦Why Dom shifted from convenience eating to fuelling with intention

🥦How nutrition habits evolved from budget awareness to energy awareness

🥦The role of flexibility and treating food as a long-term investment

🥦How mindset and meals are deeply connected

🥦Tips for balancing performance, enjoyment and longevity goals

🥦Strategies for cooking on a budget and batch planning without stress

🥦Why there's no one-size-fits-all approach to diet, learn how to find what works for you

This is not a "diet episode." It's a conversation about building a sustainable, personal approach to food that supports physical energy, mental clarity and lifelong performance.

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In the first episode of Season 4, host Martin Sharp and co-host Dominic Furness kick off a brand-new internal series focused on Dom’s personal journey across six core pillars: Mindset, Meals, Movement, Moderation, Monitoring, and Method.

This episode dives deep into mindset — the foundation of personal transformation. From post-travel fatigue and old injuries to finding energy, routine, and real purpose, Dom reflects on the honest mindset shifts that shaped his progress. With no specific goal at the start, Dom’s journey shows how sustained growth often begins without a roadmap — and why that’s okay.

🎙️ In this episode, you’ll discover:

💪The psychological impact of life changes, social shifts, and growing older

💪How Dom moved from extroversion to self-reliant focus

💪What phantom pain reveals about the mind-body connection

💪Why discipline trumps motivation in real-world fitness

💪The danger of ego in training — and how Dom finally let go of it

💪The mindset tools that helped reduce headaches, increase energy and improve consistency

💪How simply showing up created powerful long-term change

This series is perfect for busy professionals, business owners, and consultants seeking relatable, real-life strategies for becoming fitter, more focused, and sustainably high-performing.

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In this special “Certain to Change” episode of the Fit for Business and Life Podcast, host Martin Sharp welcomes back award-winning speaker, clinical dietitian and world-class athlete Claire Fudge. With over 22 years of experience, Claire shares hard-earned lessons on high performance, nutrition strategy, and the very real risks of misinformation. Especially for busy professionals trying to optimise their health on the go.

Drawing from elite sport and clinical medicine, Claire unpacks how business professionals can learn to fuel like athletes and why blindly following trendy advice could possibly be doing more harm than good.

🔍 In this episode, we discuss:

* How to vet qualified health professionals (and avoid misleading advice)

* Why many business leaders are under-fuelling without realising

* The connection between high performance and personalised nutrition

* How to create structure and sustainability in your wellbeing strategy

* Claire’s journey from NHS consultant to global triathlete and entrepreneur

* What business owners can learn from elite sport – and apply today

* Practical tips for goal-setting, energy management and long-term resilience

Whether you're aiming to level up your energy, avoid burnout, or simply perform at your best, this episode delivers actionable insights that go beyond fads and into real, proven strategies.

📩 Get in touch or explore Claire’s work at https://www.4thdiscipline.com/ 
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