Monday Mile with Aimee Fuller

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Monday Mile with Aimee Fuller episodes

January 22, 2024 S10 Ep2: Matty Lee on Preparing for the Olympics, the ‘higher power’ of flow state and powering through Grief
With only 6 months to go until the #ParisOlympics ,we thought it was only right to bring back a friend of the #MondayMile podcast – Olympic champion diver @mattydiver!
Matty is best known for winning gold alongside @tomdaley in the 10-metre synchronised diving event at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. In this episode, we take a deep dive (no pun intended ) into the highs and lows of being a top athlete – from his training routine to his brutal injuries. We touch on the double whammy of going from the Olympics straight into I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, and dealing with the blues that came after that surreal period.
He also shares the awful experience of losing his Dad suddenly, and how his diving team and coach helped him through that grief, spurring him to get back into training and look to the future.
It was great to have you back, Matty – wishing you all the best of luck for the summer!

Available now on podcast platforms and YouTube
#mondaymile #mattydee #tomdaley #diving #tokyo2024 #2024olympics
37 min
January 15, 2024 S10 Ep1: LEANNE HAINSBY ON BEATING THE BLUES, BATTLING CANCER AND BEING ‘FIT FOR LIFE’
The #MondayMile podcast is BACK! Bringing you positivity and motivation this #BlueMonday with fitness instructor and former professional dancer @leannehainsby Leanne was the first ever female Peloton instructor in the UK and has become hugely popular within the fitness community with her sparkly, fun-filled classes.
In August 2022, she was sadly diagnosed with breast cancer, only weeks after losing her best friend.We discuss how she stayed positive and chose happiness during such a turbulent time in her life. She pushed through tragedy and continued to teach classes and inspire masses whilst going through treatment.
In September, she ticked off a personal goal by she featuring on a rocking cover for @womenshealthmag, with a piece that dove deep into her breast cancer journey. These days, Leanne is focussed less on her look and more on keeping her body ready for whatever life throws at her – a transformative mindset from a woman who’s been through a whole lot.
Leanne is such an inspiration and this episode is the perfect mood booster to help combat those January blues
Available on all podcast platforms now
39 min
December 04, 2023 S9 Ep9: Dr Xand on his drastic weight loss, getting married and the effects of Ultra-Processed food
This week on the #MondayMile podcast I’m joined by my first EVER return guest - doctor and TV presenter Xand Van Tulleken. In the last year and a half, my pal Xand has undergone a huge transformation after reaching an epiphany about his diet. We discuss his bold new attitude towards health, and how this new lifestyle was influenced by meeting his partner Dolly.
We go deep on diet culture, fitness, and the dire effects of consuming ultra-processed foods that go hand in hand with toxic marketing techniques.

We also talk about his podcast series with his brother @doctorchrisvt and the difficulties of navigating the topic of health and wellbeing within family relationships.

It was so great to link up with Xand again! We had a fascinating chat as always and I am over the moon seeing how happy he is. I’m also ecstatic I’ve managed to convince another guest into a doubles game of Padel! See you and Dolly on the court
Available now on all podcast platforms!

#mondaymilepodcast #drxand #operationouch #morninglive
44 min
November 27, 2023 S9 Ep8: Abi Burton on rugby, encephalitis, and how being sectioned changed her life
This week on the #MondayMile podcast, I’m joined by Team GB rugby player and Olympian Abi Burton. Abi shared the incredible story of her struggle with encephalitis, a rare autoimmune disease that left her in a medically induced coma.
In the spring of 2022 Abi’s teammates first noticed that she was acting ‘strange’, and she was originally diagnosed with depression. She then began to have seizures and was sectioned with a misdiagnosis of stress induced psychosis. Eventually, she was diagnosed with encephalitis and put into a medically induced coma for 26 days.
Whilst we stroll around West London, we get into the mind-boggling story of Abi’s illness, how it affected her parents and how it has changed the way she views her life now. Abi’s now firmly focussed on balancing her own rugby aspirations with coaching the next generation of players, as she hopes to be able to continue to shape young girls lives. It’s super inspiring!
Abi’s story is fascinating and I hope all you Monday Mile listeners will agree!

You can find more about Abi on the NEW Sporty AF series from Team GB. A group of inspirational female athletes laying all cards on the table.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6Gb4oJKgJY

Aimee will be probing for answers from the full spectrum of routines; the early birds who have finely tuned Monday mornings, to the late risers who struggle to get up before 11am. How do elite athletes find the motivation to kick start their week come rain or shine? How do celebrities deliver no matter what the time of day? What knowledge can they pass on?

Each episode drops on a Monday morning as a bitesize piece of content and weekly dose of motivation - right when you need it. Aimee will meet each of her guests for a walk and a chat and over the course of the mile she will find out how they cope on a Monday morning - their idiosyncrasies, breakfast routines, alarm noises - and how, when they need to, find the motivation to kick-on through the week. Sharing some of Britain's greatest athletes, entrepreneurs, doctors, authors and broadcasters ’ secrets on self-motivation, candid thoughts on what they struggle with and a sideways look at some of their more unusual morning habits.

Head over to IG to watch the visuals of our episode and what we get up to on our Monday Mile. https://www.instagram.com/aimee_fuller/

Listen now on your favourite podcast platform!
38 min
November 20, 2023 S9 Ep7: AJ Pritchard on leaving Strictly, watching his brother on Love Island and staying motivated
On this week’s #MondayMile podcast, I take in the sunny sights of West-London with former Strictly Come Dancing professional and TV personality @aj11ace
AJ’s competitive spirit led him from the semi-finals of Britain’s Got Talent to the ballroom of Strictly for four wonderful seasons. He’s also wowed the judges with his apple crumble on Celebrity MasterChef, and he took on the jungle in I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!

We chat about his decision to leave Strictly, and why he felt it was his time to move on and say yes to other opportunities. He also opened up about his perspective on his brother @curtisprichard12’s Love Island experience, and the importance of having a good support system after leaving a reality show. We also talk in depth about how he stays happy and healthy, his fitness routine and his daily ‘eggs on toast, a cup of tea and crappy tv’ – a solid combo if you ask me.

Thanks for chatting with me AJ! I loved hearing about your passion for learning and how you stay balanced and healthy - all things we love on the Monday Mile!
Check it out on your favourite podcast platform
#mondaymilepodcast #ajpritchard #strictly #strictlycomedancing #curtispritchard #loveisland
35 min
November 13, 2023 S9 Ep6: Mr Motivator on movement, mindset and becoming Prime Minister.
On this week’s #MondayMile podcast I’m joined by fitness instructor, television star and all round bundle of energy Mr Motivator.

Mr Motivator shot to fame in 1993 when he joined GMTV, leading fitness sessions for the nation, and following up with a best-selling line of fitness videos. He’s kept up his mission of fitness for everyone in recent years; he joined the BBC’s HealthCheck UK Live during lockdown to help us keep fit at home, and he currently leads regular home workouts on social media.

Our chat is filled with inspirational gems. He tells me how he channelled his positive mindset into success, going from a struggling single father leading classes in his local leisure centre to training celebrities and exercising with the nation on television. We also talk in depth about spreading joy, finding inspiration to move, and his aspirations to become Prime Minister (I’d definitely vote for him!)

A huge thanks to ‘Mote’ for joining me on this week’s episode. It’s hard not to feel inspired when you’re walking around with a man who’s high-fiving people in the street!

Check it out on your favourite podcast platform!
30 min
November 06, 2023 S9 Ep5: Scott Thomas on success, sobriety and his famous family.
On this week’s #MondayMile podcast, I’m joined by entrepreneur, tv presenter and ex-Love Island star Scott Thomas.

When Scott shot to fame in 2016, he was known as a bit of a party animal. In recent years, he’s completely turned his life around after making the decision to go sober. As well as being an obsessive Padel player (like me!), he has several successful business ventures under his belt - a PR agency and a wellness brand, as well as a podcast and a TV series with his brothers Adam Thomas, Ryan Thomas and his late father.

We talk about what drove Scott to finally make the decision to give up booze, and how trading in two-day benders for 5am starts has transformed his life. He talks intensely about his drive to succeed in business, and what he thinks about the shadow of Love Island hanging over him.
Family is a consistent theme of our chat. Scott opens up about his relationship with his famous brothers, discovering their lineage on Mancs In Mumbai, and how much he loves being an uncle. We also tackle the topic of grief head on, as he tells me how his family banded together to process the loss of their father.
Scott's energy and passion for wellness are infectious, and hearing how he turned his life around to achieve his goals is inspiring. Scott, anytime I am in Manchester I'll see you down at the Padel Club in Wilmslow for a doubles match. You and Adam v me and Katya - it's on when he’s finished in the ballroom!
Check it out on all your favourite podcast platforms.
#ScottThomas #LoveIsland #AdamThomas #RyanThomas #Strictly #StrictlyComeDancing
40 min
October 30, 2023 S9 Ep4: Denise Lewis DBE on becoming an Olympic champion, Damehood, and ‘Don’t Rock The Boat’
On this week’s #MondayMile podcast, I have a lovely little chat with Olympian, sports broadcaster and all-round boss lady Dame @realdeniselewis.
Denise is a legend of British athletics. She specialised in the Heptathlon, and became the first European to bring home the Gold medal at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. She’s received numerous accolades in her lifetime, and became a Dame in the 2023 New Year Honours. We take a rainy walk around Primrose Hill and speak about this impressive career, starting from her humble beginnings in Wolverhampton, to competing at the highest level of athletics.

These days you’re more likely to find her in a studio than on the track, and we talk about it feels to commentate on those who have come after her. We also touch on representation, and how important it is to see diversity within sport.

I ask Denise about her most satisfying physical challenge – an intense rowing excursion on the TV show ‘Don’t Rock The Boat’. And of course, I couldn’t resist asking the honour of receiving a Damehood. I do agree that Dames should get free parking - seems like a no-brainer.
Denise is a pioneer and a complete inspiration to be around - I loved having her on the pod!
Check it out on your favourite podcast platform!
#mondaymilepodcast #deniselewis #athletics #olympics #heptathlon
37 min
October 22, 2023 S9 Ep3: Chris Robshaw on learning to be a good leader, life after leaving rugby and the future of the sport.
On this week’s #MondayMile podcast, I link up with former England national rugby union team captain @Chrisrobshawrugby to talk marathons, mental health and forming new routines after retirement.
Chris has had an impressive career, having played for London’s Harlequins and Sdlegion as well as captaining the national team. He announced his retirement in October 2022, and opens up to me about adjusting to life post-rugby; from his shifting identity and physique, to finding new hobbies and challenges. We talk about how he pushed himself to run the London Marathon earlier this year - and why he’ll never do it again
We also dive into the current state of rugby, discussing the recent protocol changes on head injuries and concussion, the stigma around the sport, and how he feels about the future of rugby.
Away from rugby, Chris also reveals a softer side – who would’ve guessed that he loves romcoms as much as I do?
I loved chatting with Chris! He’s chill and down to earth – a real joy to be around. He might not be down for another London marathon, but count me in for a romcom marathon anytime.
Our chat is available to listen to now on all podcast platforms .
#mondaymilepodcast #chrisrobshaw #rugby #rugbyworldcup #harlequins

Aimee will be probing for answers from the full spectrum of routines; the early birds who have finely tuned Monday mornings, to the late risers who struggle to get up before 11am. How do elite athletes find the motivation to kick start their week come rain or shine? How do celebrities deliver no matter what the time of day? What knowledge can they pass on?

Each episode drops on a Monday morning as a bitesize piece of content and weekly dose of motivation - right when you need it. Aimee will meet each of her guests for a walk and a chat and over the course of the mile she will find out how they cope on a Monday morning - their idiosyncrasies, breakfast routines, alarm noises - and how, when they need to, find the motivation to kick-on through the week. Sharing some of Britain's greatest athletes, entrepreneurs, doctors, authors and broadcasters ’ secrets on self-motivation, candid thoughts on what they struggle with and a sideways look at some of their more unusual morning habits.

Head over to IG to watch the visuals of our episode and what we get up to on our Monday Mile. https://www.instagram.com/aimee_fuller/
34 min
October 15, 2023 S9 Ep2: Laura Woods on her journey as a presenter, navigating social media, and dating in the public eye.
Another Monday, another Monday Mile podcast!
This week, I link up with TV presenter and journalist @laurawoodsy to talk all things career, social media and relationships.
We take a sunny walk around the Thames Path and discuss how Laura is finding peace, balance and motivation in her life after leaving the talkSPORT Breakfast Show earlier this year.
We touch on her many years in the industry, the evolution of sports broadcasting, and the legacy of the women who came before her.
Laura and I also get pretty deep into social media and relationships, as we explore online hate, what it’s like when the press is called whilst you’re on a date, and how to find peace with dating in your 30s.
A massive thank you to Laura for her inspirationally open conversation - can’t wait to link u for our rooftop pool party.I love this episode so much, and I hope you do too. Listen now on all podcast platforms!

#mondaymile #mondaymilepodcast #laurawoods #talksport

Aimee will be probing for answers from the full spectrum of routines; the early birds who have finely tuned Monday mornings, to the late risers who struggle to get up before 11am. How do elite athletes find the motivation to kick start their week come rain or shine? How do celebrities deliver no matter what the time of day? What knowledge can they pass on?

Each episode drops on a Monday morning as a bitesize piece of content and weekly dose of motivation - right when you need it. Aimee will meet each of her guests for a walk and a chat and over the course of the mile she will find out how they cope on a Monday morning - their idiosyncrasies, breakfast routines, alarm noises - and how, when they need to, find the motivation to kick-on through the week. Sharing some of Britain's greatest athletes, entrepreneurs, doctors, authors and broadcasters ’ secrets on self-motivation, candid thoughts on what they struggle with and a sideways look at some of their more unusual morning habits.

Head over to IG to watch the visuals of our episode and what we get up to on our Monday Mile. https://www.instagram.com/aimee_fuller/
46 min

About Monday Mile with Aimee Fuller

From the publisher's feed

Former Team GB double winter Olympian, and no broadcaster and author Aimee Fuller is on a mission to find the secrets for Monday motivation from some of the most successful sports men and women of our time and other well-known celebrities which will drop every week.