Real World Strength

This week Martin looks into a topic that has been requested by our members... all things protein! Without going too deep in this one, he chats about the role of protein on the body, its importance when exercising as well as some useful advice with recommendations and sources!

Do you prioritise yourself?

In this episode, Martin explores the topic of prioritising yourself to enhance your wellbeing. It's not selfish. It's necessary. Regardless of your situation, you need to rest, recover, recharge and establish a healthy routine with taking time for yourself, often!

In today's episode, Martin is joined by Jake from Versus Arthritis. Jake is the Programme and Partnership Manger for Scotland working to help people manage their arthritis and improve their quality of life. We talk all things lifestyle and it was great to hear him share his background in fitness as well as some of the current programmes running by Versus Arthritis which you can get involved with for free! If you'd like to chat more about your symptoms with them you can reach Versus Arthritis here:

https://versusarthritis.org/

This week, Martin goes deep on what it means to optimise your health and how it's actually the small things that make the big difference!

This week Martin is joined by Yoko from Jones&Us - a like minded social entrepreneur helping bring exercise into the lives of those with struggling with barriers. Yoko shares her story of moving to Scotland from a young age as well as what inspired her to dedicate her life to helping others! Tune into this one and prepare to be inspired!

This week Martin introduces a discussion around weightlifting. In today's episode, he talks about some of the terminology around weightlifting, the benefits of it and some useful examples of how you can get involved right now! You can also have your say with us setting up The Get Active Weightlifting Club by completing the form below:

https://surveyheart.com/form/6651b92702342c78804948a3

This week, Martin is joined on The Get Active Podcast by Mark from Paisley Barbell Club. He set up PBC as a way to help more people get access to the sport of Powerlifting which in essence, combines movements like Squat, Bench Press and Deadlifts to help those participating improve their strength. PBC is also centred around community which is something we discuss in detail and Mark shares some tips to help you engage positively with exercise which is what we are all about at Get Active Coaching!

In today's episode, Martin is joined by Mark - the founder of Paisley Barbell Club. PBC specialise in the sport of Powerlifting and helping people as young as 14 and as old as 75 become the strongest they've ever been. Whether it's competing or recreational, powerlifting is more accessible than you think. You can reach them on Facebook: Paisley Barbell Club or on Instagram @paisleybarbellclub

Another Wednesday means a new episode on The Get Active Podcast! This week, Martin discusses a few common "myths" floating around when we talk about nutrition! Particularly prevalent if you are looking to lose weight. Is it just about eating as little as possible? Should you avoid carbs? Will a takeaway at the weekend ruin your progress? You'll just have to listen to find out.

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This week, Martin is joined by Heather from The STAR Project. The STAR Project is an essential, grass roots anti poverty charity based in Paisley with a mission to support our local community to be more connected. At the root of every programme they run is socialisation and connectedness, whether that's their drop in sessions, counseling, community pantry or line dancing class - they offer something that everyone can engage with on their good days and bad days. You can reach out to The STAR Project on all social media channels @thestarproject or via email [email protected].