If you've ever wondered what metabolic health means - or whether you should be thinking about blood sugar, glucose spikes or diabetes risk  - this episode is for you.

I'm joined by Max, an NHS nutritionist and diabetes expert, to chat about metabolic health for an overview of what that means, and how we can ensure ours.   

We cover:

• What metabolic health is and why it matters 

• Blood sugar, glucose spikes and prediabetes - what these terms mean in practice

• The role of food in supporting metabolic health 

• Why movement - walking, strength training and moving more - is important 

• Why sleep, stress, and social connection matter   

• GLP-1 medications - what women should know if they're taking one 

A healthy metabolism underpins so much  - this conversation is a great place to start to understand the basics, and what you can do to ensure metabolic health.  

Find and follow Max on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxyourhealth_

In this episode, I explain some key principles behind strength training: what they are, why they matter, and how I use them in my online coaching with women 40+.

I talk about:

• The building blocks of training: what reps, sets, load, and complexity all mean - and how to think about them as dials you can turn up or down

• Progressive overload: the key principle behind getting stronger, what's happening in your body, and why you have to keep challenging yourself 

• Tracking: why it’s important to track your sessions - and the role it plays in progress 

• Consistency and repetition: How training regularly is important, and why your programme repeats the same movements over time.  

• Recovery: Why resting well is just as important as the training itself

If you're new to training or returning after a break, this episode will give you a clearer understanding of what you're doing and why - so you can train with more confidence and get stronger.

In this episode I'm joined by body image coach Sarah Rees for an open conversation about what body image is, why it matters, and how we can start to build a better relationship with our bodies.

We talk about:

• What we mean when we talk about body image 
• How body image affects the way we move, exercise, and take care of ourselves
• Why getting stronger and exercising can improve body image 
• The concept of body functionality: shifting focus from how your body looks to what it can do
• Small, practical steps to start improving how you feel about your body - including how you talk about it, and where you put your attention

I loved having this conversation with Sarah - I think it’s such an important topic and there’s so much crossover with movement and body image. Thanks Sarah for coming on. 

Follow Sarah on https://www.instagram.com/sarahreescoach/ .

Moving to a new country can be an exciting adventure - and it can also mean big changes to the routines that support our fitness and health.

In this episode of the Move More Podcast, I talk about how relocation can affect our movement habits, fitness routines and nutrition - something I’ve seen first-hand over the past 8 years working with English clients living in France.

A move abroad presents both opportunities and challenges. It can interrupt the routines and support systems that once kept us active - and it can also create a rare moment to reset habits and build a new lifestyle that fits this chapter of life.

In this episode, I explore both sides of that experience and share practical ideas for maintaining or rebuilding momentum when life changes.

I talk about:

• The unexpected opportunities relocation can create for new habits
• How moving country can disrupt movement and health routines
• How environment, culture, and social circles influence our activity levels
• The challenges of language barriers, infrastructure, and starting again
• Simple ways to maintain and regain momentum, during and after a big move  

If you’ve moved to another country, are planning a relocation, or are just curious about the opportunities and challenges, this episode is for you.  

Nutrition can feel confusing - full of rules, complicated, and pressure to do things perfectly. In this episode of the Move More Podcast, I share a behind-the-scenes look at a simple nutrition framework I use with my coaching clients: Plants + Protein (P+P).

This is a flexible, sustainable way of building meals that support strength, energy, and everyday wellbeing - without overcomplicating food.

In this episode, I explain the core idea behind the P+P approach and answer questions from clients who are currently working through my nutrition programme.

I talk about:

• How nutrition fits into my coaching  

• How focusing on plants and protein helps create balanced, satisfying meals

• Why no foods need to be removed - and how this is an additive, not restrictive, approach

• Simple ways to apply P+P to meals you already eat

If you want an approach to eating that supports your training, fits your life, and reduces decision fatigue around food, this episode will give you an insight into my approach from 1:1 coaching.

When it comes to healthy bodies and minds, walking is one of the best actions that we can take. It can do so much good for our physical and mental health - both in the moment that we’re doing it, and long-term. 

In this episode I cover:

• Why walking is such an important movement for health and longevity
• How around 8k steps/day offers huge benefits for heart health, mood, energy, bone density, metabolic health and more
• How walking helps you feel good now and supports your future self
• Simple ways to design your environment and daily routine to walk more even with a busy life, without relying on motivation or huge time commitments.

This episode can help you understand why all of us can benefit from walking, and help you build this into your day in a way that’s realistic and sustainable. 

What is Pilates, and why does it help so many people move well and feel stronger?

In this episode, I sit down with Claire, a brilliant Pilates teacher and friend, to talk about Pilates.

We talk about:

• Claire’s journey into Pilates and what it means for her
• What Pilates is
• Common myths and why they don’t hold up
• The benefits of Pilates for everyday life
• Real stories of change from her clients
• How Pilates can support women, especially alongside strength training
• Why a Pilates foundation helps people move better, feel more connected to their bodies, and progress faster in other forms of training

Whether you’re curious about starting Pilates, already love it, or simply want to understand how it fits into a well-rounded movement practice, this episode will give you insights into the practice of Pilates and its benefits.  

Find and follow Claire here … 

• For in person classes: www.claireseagerpilates.com

• For live and on-demand classes www.pilatify.me 

• On Instagram @claireseagerpilates

Cold weather can make movement feel harder - darker mornings, shorter days, and the pull of staying cosy indoors. But winter doesn’t have to mean losing your rhythm. 

In this episode, I share practical tips to help you keep moving outdoors in ways that feel good, even when the temperature drops.

I talk about

• How to prepare before you head out: Mindset shifts, layering, planning, warm-ups
• What to focus on during your movement: Comfort, enjoyment, noticing your surroundings
• How to build motivation after you’re done: Celebrating wins, acknowledging how movement makes you feel, setting yourself up for tomorrow).

Whether you love winter or you’re someone who finds this time of year challenging, this episode will give you simple ways to stay consistent, enjoy the outdoors, and feel better in your body and mind through the colder months.

In this episode, I explore bodyweight training. There are so many reasons to love bodyweight training and incorporate it - it’s effective, for all levels, and low friction. 

I share what bodyweight training is, how it fits into a training programme and why I love it.

I talk about common myths, the health and strength benefits, and why bodyweight training is such a powerful option if you want to move consistently - even when life gets busy, you’re travelling, or you don’t have access to a gym.

I also explain how bodyweight training can build skill , the importance of skills-based training, and how it can form a strong foundation for adding weights later.

If you want a way to train that’s flexible, gets you stronger and moving better, and is interesting for body and mind, this episode will help you understand how to use bodyweight training.

Understanding why movement really matters to you can make it easier to find movement you love and stick with it.  

In this episode, I talk about exploring why you move: what’s your personal reason for moving that goes beyond short-term plans or motivation? This episode is for anyone who already moves, or wants to move more, or feels stuck in the stop-start cycle. It’s especially helpful if you feel stuck, overwhelmed by options, or tired of starting and stopping.

I talk about how it helps to identify why you move, and share practical tips for connecting movement with what really matters to you and your life.