Plantbased FM

Plantbased FM

By Natasha EvansHealth & Fitness
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Plantbased FM episodes

  • Episode 36: When you want to throw in the towel

    This episode is a little pick me up for when times get tough...and they do!

    Whatever the goal, it will never be plain sailing as there will always be obstacles, lack of motivation, sometimes even self belief on what you can achieve. However it's not actually the destination that gives the biggest result but the journey along the way that counts the most. We learn so much more about our own tenacity, resilience and discipline when life knocks us down. In this episode I talk about the 'Valley of disappointment' that we all have to encounter and it's only the people that grit their teeth and keep going that make it to the other side. For those of you that do, you are in the champions of success and your victory is so much sweeter because of all the hardships you have had to overcome. Remember if you can believe then you can achieve, as anything is possible. For me that was proved when I ran two marathons (my first and second) within 8 days of each other despite others (including seasoned marathon runners) saying that it wasn't a good idea! As I tell my clients....you just have to keep putting one foot in front of the other and don't give up! To win a FREE Coaching Call with me to see if/how I can help you just rate, share and leave a 5* review of the podcast on iTunes and drop me a DM when done to get yours booked in. For more info follow: @NbefitPT on Instagram and Facebook.  'The greatest wealth is your health and is not truly valued until sickness finds you!'  Stay healthy, stay safe!  Natasha x

    35 min
  • Episode 35: Cultivating the right mindset to alter your fitness and nutrition beliefs and habits!
    Pleased to welcome both Daniel & James Rothwell from Alta Performance onto the Planted Mindset Podcast.
    Daniel previously worked as a sports scientist and strength and conditioning coach in professional football and a rehabilitation instructor with the British Armed Forces. He is currently completing a PhD in rehabilitation science and engineering at Loughborough University, sponsored by the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine.
    James is a qualified experienced personal trainer, strength & conditioning specialist, he runs a High Performance Conditioning facility at the University of Salford to help people get healthy, become stronger and to perform better.
    They have built the AltaPerformance App for both personal trainers and clients to track their fitness and nutrition with the world's first nutrition feed.
    We discuss some simple tips to help people with changing their daily beliefs and habits but also how to combat poor diet choices and eating habits  when injured.
    You can watch their content on Youtube and find them on Instagram here.
    36 min
  • Episode 34: UK finalist Classic Bodybuilder Courtney Jerome talks about how his biggest struggles have given him his biggest gifts!
    Mindset is everything...Courtney Jerome hasn't just used it to propel him to one top four finallist positions in Classic Bodybuilding but four in 2018. He is a true inspiration ( I like to think of a UK version of Dave Goggins) as he has turned his life around completely having had a difficult upbringing that led him down the wrong path of drink and drugs. Yet at the age of 22 he realised he indeed did have a choice to only change his mindset but also his body. He now coaches young professionals to do the same by his genuine compassion, empathy, knowledge and guidance.
    Follow Courtney on Instagram to see the amazing transformations he has helped empower his clients to achieve.
    To win a FREE Coaching Call with me to see if/how I can help you just rate, share and leave a 5* review of the podcast on iTunes and drop me a DM when done to get yours booked in. For more info follow me on Instagram and Facebook.  'The greatest wealth is your health and is not truly valued until sickness finds you!'  Stay healthy, stay safe!  Natasha x
    42 min
  • Episode 33: Do you have weak 'lazy' glutes?
    In episode 33 I'm delighted to be joined by Rachel Frances Thomson, Specialist Biomechanics Coach and Managing Director of Biomechanics Education to discuss the topic of weak 'lazy' glutes.
    Rachel is an expert in the fields of health, sport, fitness and education. Her special interest is biomechanics where she teaches fitness and medical professionals how to screen and provide exercise interventions to prevent and manage injury as well as improve performance. 
    Spending vast amounts of time sitting can alter your posture over time and weaken your gluteal muscles, which can become apparent through telltale signs of decreased hip mobility, lower back, knee or ankle pain. 
    Rachel offers some simple strategies to help you become a 'fidget pants' as any static posture whether sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time is not good for the body.  Alternating your posture throughout the day will help your body maintain the mind/muscle connection to keep your muscles 'firing'.  Whilst strength work may help with weak glutes, Rachel explains that these weaknesses can also be caused by compensations made by the body. Therefore she suggests some easy and simple ways to incorporate more daily movement to reduce the negative effects of being static. Furthermore she talks about functional and structural assymetry that can happen to the body and recommends improving the quality of movement using mobility, flexibility and Muscle Energy Techniques.
    A definite 'must listen' if you want to improve your movement and reduce those niggling aches and pains.
    Check out the Biomechanics Education YouTube Channel for more helpful video demonstrations and workshops.
    You can follow Rachel on 
    Instagram: biomechanics_education
    Or check out the website : https://www.biomechanicseducation.com/
    31 min
  • Episode 32: Why you should lift weights
    Our strength decreases as we age as our muscle mass peaks in our 30s after which it slowly declines (5% every decade).
    Often I hear women say they don't want to lift weights because they don't want to get 'big and bulky' (but this is based on your body frame and genetics but it would take a serious amount of lifting and time...so don't fear as this is not going to happen!) However, what you will achieve is more body definition and body tone as well as the following benefits:
    Increasing your longevity 
    Reducing your risk of chronic diseases
    Burning more calories by EPOC
    Preventing cognitive decline and keeping the brain healthy
    However 75% of the UK population not performing muscle strengthening activities twice a week (which the UK health guidelines recommend).
    Whether you are looking to tone up or lose some body fat having a goal to aim for is 100% going to help motivate you and keep you on track when the going gets tough (and it does!)
    Investing in a Coach to help you achieve your goals is one of the best investments you can make.
    If you want to start but are not sure where or how and don't want to join a gym...then DM to find out more about my Health&Wellness100 Program which can be done from the comfort of your own home.
    To win a FREE Coaching Call with me to see if/how I can help you just rate, share and leave a 5* review of the podcast on iTunes and drop me a DM when done to get yours booked in.
    For more info follow: @NbefitPT on Instagram and Facebook.  'The greatest wealth is your health and is not truly valued until sickness finds you!'  Stay healthy, stay safe!  Natasha x
    29 min
  • Episode 31: Why do a Cover Model Shoot

    In episode 31 I talk about my recent Cover Model Shoot (which I completed at the age of 47!) and why I think everyone should do it at least once! 

    I break it down into 4 areas: 1. Your reason   2. How to do it   3. The Journey   4. The Result

    It will undoubtedly teach you more about yourself but it will also show you what you are capable of.

    I wanted to inspire both men and women that YOU can do it!

    You don't need a gym - I did all my workouts from home during lock-down. That it really is down to your nutrition - I did it plant-based and ate super-clean!

    Whether you are looking to tone up or lose some body fat having a goal to aim for is 100% going to help motivate you and keep you on track when the going gets tough (and it does!)

    Investing in a Coach to help you achieve your goals is one of the best investments you can make. 

    To win a FREE Coaching Call with me to see if/how I can help you just rate, share and leave a 5* review of the podcast on iTunes and drop me a DM when done to get yours booked in.

    For more info follow: @NbefitPT on Instagram and Facebook.  'The greatest wealth is your health and is not truly valued until sickness finds you!'  Stay healthy, stay safe!  Natasha x


    20 min
  • Episode 30: My Cover Model Shoot journey with guest Dr Chris Spearman
    Absolutely thrilled to be hosting episode 30 with no other than Dr Chris Spearman, founder of Spearman Fitness, Fitness Coach Freedom, host of The Shred with Science and Fitness Coach Freedom Podcasts.  Chris has helped thousands of people to get in cover model shape but one of his many talents is seeing other people's potential and harnessing this by showing them what is possible when they believe in themselves! We discuss my first ever podcast recording on his FCF podcast (episode 30) back in November 2019 and my journey from then to having completed my first Cover Model shoot done two days prior to this recording (on a plant-based diet) at the age of 47!  A memorable day for me, not just because I'll have the photos forever but for what it taught me about myself along the way. I feel that age is just a number and if you believe...you can achieve! Hopefully this will help empower both men and women, especially Mums and Dads that you can get in the best shape of your life at whatever age if your WHY is strong enough! As a member of the FCF Mastermind Chris has not just propelled me forward on my own fitness goals but as a mentor is helping me with his amazing team of coaches along my fitness coach journey by the continuous knowledge, influence, guidance, motivation and support to help me understand, educate and inspire my clients to be the best versions of themselves. You can follow Chris on Instagram: @spearmanchris @fitnesscoachfreedommastermind @covermodelacademy Listen to our first episode together here. For more info follow: @NbefitPT on Instagram and Facebook. If you enjoyed this episode then please rate and leave a review on iTunes and share the link to your family and friends. As this will help with the algorithm for others to find the show. 'The greatest wealth is your health and is not truly valued until sickness finds you!'  Stay healthy, stay safe!  Natasha x
    50 min
  • Episode 29: What is cardio and why should you do it?

    In this episode I explain simply what cardio is, why we need to do it and how much we should be doing per week. I also delve into the different types and the energy systems they use and what would be best suited to your goals.

    If you are just starting out on your fitness journey or want a brush up on what's best for you then take a listen. 

    For more info follow: @NbefitPT on Instagram and Facebook. If you enjoyed this episode then please rate and leave a review on iTunes and share the link to your family and friends. As this will help with the algorithm for others to find the show. 'The greatest wealth is your health and is not truly valued until sickness finds you!'  Stay healthy, stay safe!  Natasha x

    35 min
  • Episode 28: Are you facing your fear?

    In this solo episode I talk about FEAR and how it can hold you back from doing the 'do' and following your dreams.

    Inspired by Mel Robbins and her book: Take Control of your life I talk about some of the strategies your can take to help you when you can feel 'that

    physical reaction occur' when faced with a difficult task/decision.

    Our bodies are quick to give a response through our central nervous system (CNS) even before our brains have engaged as a survival mechanism

    called the 'Fight or Flight' mode.  However, if the situation isn't actually threatening, you can ride this feeling and emotion out as it calms down after 90secs! This is when you can decide to halt that emotion and use logic instead to deal with the issue. 

    As she states you can either be 'pulled by your dreams or pushed by your fear'. Ultimately the fear we feel is self-generated by our 'thinking too big' ! This can be broken down by just focusing on one positive step today that will help you get there. Remember dreams need to and should be fluid but if you just keep moving forward you will succeed.

    For more info follow: @NbefitPT on Instagram and Facebook. If you enjoyed this episode then please rate and leave a review on iTunes and share the link to your family and friends. As this will help with the algorithm for others to find the show. 'The greatest wealth is your health and is not truly valued until sickness finds you!'  Stay healthy, stay safe!  Natasha x



    27 min
  • Episode 27: Gyms to re-open - Will you be returning?

    As we move into yet another 'new normal', will you be rejoicing at the prospect of the gyms re-opening or are you happy with your new home workout regime? Obviously there are benefits on both sides which is shown in the YouGov Poll conducted mid-April with 54% of respondents stating that they plan to do both options once the gym doors re-open. However, even prior to Covid-19 some people have felt insecure and anxious about joining a gym, with increased levels of anxiety from not knowing how to use the equipment to feeling like they are being watched or even worse judged! Online training therefore has afforded these individuals a valuable alternative providing not just privacy, but flexibility and a more time efficient method of working out. Online classes have performed exceptionally well during lock-down highlighting that a gym isn't necessarily required when wanting to get fit. The positive feedback I have received from my clients and from my Instagram Live workouts shows that out of every adversity bears an opportunity of equivalent benefit. Also, with 76% of people saying that they wanted to improve their fitness and well-being as a result of Covid-19, undoubtedly many will be sticking with online classes and Zoom Personal Training being a risk-free option. Come and join me for a fun, fast 30min HIIT class on Mondays at 18:15 and see for yourself that you don't need a gym to get in a good workout!  Exciting times too, as I will be sharing soon a new development in the pipeline for an interactive workout with a difference. For more info follow: @NbefitPT on Instagram and Facebook or check out www.nbefit.co.uk DM for more info on my Health&Wellness100 online program that will not only having you looking different on the outside, it will have you feeling different on the inside too! If you enjoyed this episode then please rate and leave a review on iTunes and share the link to your family and friends. As this will help with the algorithm for others to find the show. 'The greatest wealth is your health and is not truly valued until sickness finds you!'  Stay healthy, stay safe!  Natasha x    

    30 min

About Plantbased FM

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Fascinated by the power of the mind and how we can use it for our own personal growth or allow it to literally stop us in our tracks! I'll be sharing my journey of getting comfortable with being uncomfortable in fitness and how a good mindset is the key to success. As an Online Fitness Coach, Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer as well as a Wife and Mum of two I will be sharing my experiences including why I switched to being plant based 🌱 Alongside guests episodes discussing their own mindset journeys.