Getting in great shape requires an identity shift. It requires you start developing an athlete's mindset. Setting higher personal standards and changing the way you think. In the middle of all that, it's important not to neglect the human being. Developing one but not the other can massively impact physical and/or mental health. This episode looks at how to strike that balance and get everything you want in life.

Most of us wander through life subconsciously taking on beliefs that we never question. Many of those beliefs can become self-limiting, and shape future decisions about who we are, or what we're capable of. This episode looks at the power of beliefs, and why we may need to question our thinking.

You've been doing well, getting results and you're feeling good. Then out of nowhere you find yourself going backwards. Same old story. Or maybe not...here's what to do when you find that happening.

Is life passing you by? Maybe you're waiting for the "right time?" This episode will give you some perspective on life, and why you need to step into the things you've been putting off. It looks at why we need to stop playing small, why we need to stop seeking external validation, and why the safety net needs to go.

This week's episode is a chat between Alan and his client, Aine, who has been on an incredible journey since November 2021. Back then she was at "mental and physical breaking point". Her health was suffering, her confidence was on the floor and she was struggling to prioritise herself in the middle of a busy life. Today she is 32lbs lighter, fitter than she has ever been, and most importantly....feeling like a new person. In this episode Aine shares her story, in addition to some priceless tips for those starting out in a similar position to what she did.

A report printed in the Irish Independent this week showed that Ireland is now the 2nd most obese country in the EU with over a quarter of the population classed as obese. In addition to those numbers, 61% of adult males and 49% of adult females are classed as overweight. In this episode of the podcast Alan shares his views on why he feels this trend is occuring, where we're going wrong, and what can be done.

Ever met someone who can't even consider the possibility that they could be even a little bit wrong? Or are you the person who responds with panic, stress and anxiety when things go wrong? In this episode Alan explains the reasoning behind those things, how we can change them, why none of us are actually objective or open-minded, and how we all create our own experience.

A tree requires a soil rich environment to grow. In this episode Alan looks at the components of a soil rich environment for success on a weight loss journey. If your soil is not conducive to growth, your tree will wilt and die. This episode is for you if you're not in an environment that supports your goals.

A very different type of episode as Alan reads some extracts from his new book, Weight Loss Simplified, and gives context and further thoughts on the points published in the book. Alan's written opinions are usually very honest and to the point, so giving further explanation makes for a great podcast episode.

Ever felt like there was an area of your life that you really wanted to change, but you never actually took action on it? Most of us have. This episode explores the reasons why most people never take that step to creating the thing they really desire. We look at the psychology around what holds us back, and how to overcome it.