Performance ≠ health - but half the fitness industry isn't ready for that conversation.

While performance goals can have positive effects on body image and self-worth, they’re not always a guarantee of a healthy relationship with exercise or food.

Michelle explores how the fitness industry often conflates performance with health, masking disordered habits like overtraining, obsessive goal-chasing, and underfuelling.

Whether you're a coach, client or somewhere in between... you need this episode!

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In this week's episode, Chloe is joined by Colls Pryer, a pre and post-natal exercise specialist and an absolute powerhouse!

Colls takes us through her journey from a PT who thought she had all postpartum women figured out by sticking her fingers in their ab gap to literally changing women's lives and teaching them how to lift heavy and get super strong without pelvic floor symptoms holding them back.

Colls looks beyond the pelvic floor and includes biomechanics, breathing techniques and foot position, to name a few things, in her practice.

I learnt so much in our conversation, and I can't wait to see what Colls does at the Pioneer Performance International Women's Day Workshop on 8th March 2025.

Find Colls here: https://www.instagram.com/strongafmums?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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Transformation photos flood our feeds, promising inspiration and motivation—but are they doing more harm than good? In this episode, we delve into the hidden impact of "before and after" culture on women's body image and overall health.

Join us as we unpack how these images reinforce toxic beauty standards, perpetuate disordered eating habits, and obscure the complexity of health beyond appearance.

We cover research, our own perspectives and Chloe even does a decent Geordie accent. You don't wanna miss this!

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If your post-holiday blues are compounded by tight jeans and a bombardment of fat-loss program ads, this episode is for you.

While the transformation coaches are out in full force, I’m here to talk about why you don’t need to panic start a diet just because Christmas was a little too beige.

We’ll unpack the traps of quick-fix dieting, why a leaner body isn’t the key to confidence, and why dieting every time you gain weight keeps you stuck.

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I am currently accepting 3 more 1:1 coaching clients for 2025. If you're ready to build body image, a positive relationship with food and start living, this is your sign.

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You've heard of the Gender Pay Gap, but what about the 'Gender Exercise Gap'?

In this week's episode, Chloe is joined by Jules to discuss how she balances her family life, coaching business and exercise.

It's an excellent episode for the new year- as you start to set your 2025 resolutions and goals, let Jules' fantastic advice guide you on prioritising yourself even in times of chaos.

Happy New Year from the Healthcare Unprofessionals!

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Today, Michelle was joined on the podcast by one of the Yappers of the Year - Jess Ellis.

Jess is an online coach and in-person trainer who has been helping her clients train for health and performance since 2017.

Her work with her clients emphasises connection, and she chatted with Michelle about some of the major challenges her clients face and how her coaching overcomes that.

We discuss:

And lots more!

Make sure you follow Jess on Instagram to enquire about coaching and learn all about her educational offering coming in 2025! @jess_s3lf

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If you're finally ready to ditch dieting and find peace with food and your body, it's time you got the 1:1 support you deserve.

Snag the last of the 2025 1:1 coaching spaces here: https://education.michellecarrollfitness.ie/coaching

It's been six months of the Healthcare Unprofessionals, and what a ride it has been.

This week, on the final episode of 2024 Michelle and Chloe discuss everything we loved (and loathed!) in 2024.

From our favourite guests, worst moments and career highlights of the year - you don't want to miss it.

Thank you for supporting us in 2024 - have a fabulous Christmas and we will be back before you know it!

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All we want for Christmas is... everyone to leave women's bodies out of the conversation!

In the first of our Christmas episodes, join Michelle and Chloe as they chat all about the challenges the festive season brings. From comments from others about your body, festive food fear or worrying about your pelvic floor health over the holidays - this is a no holds barred discussion of all things body image and women's health.

Join us next week for a more unhinged part 2.

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This week, Chloe is joined by her UCL lecturer, Dr Vicky Boydell, to discuss feminism.

Vicky is a social anthropologist who has conducted research worldwide. She oversaw global monitoring and reporting for the Fund for Gender Equality at UN Women and held various positions at the International Planned Parenthood Federation. 

We discuss the history of feminism, how patriarchy affects women's health and the rise of trad wife and incel culture.

We are so lucky to have Vicky and her extraordinary brain on the podcast!

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