Self-belief isn't something you can just decide to have, it has to be built. In this episode, Tina and Matt dig into the psychology behind why that is, and share four practical ways to start collecting the evidence you need to back yourself. Whether you've got a big event coming up or you're just trying to stay consistent, this one will shift how you think about confidence and what it actually takes to get there.

Matt and Tina chat about the three pillars they focus on with clients...performance, growth, and environment, and why community is such a massive part of getting results. They share real examples from the week of how their clients rally round when self-doubt creeps in, why having more than just your coach pushing you makes all the difference, and how a leaving do for gym members showed what being part of something really means. Plus the usual life updates, HYROX training chaos, and Matt's ongoing battle with his ankle.

In this Valentine's Day recording, Matt and Tina chat about what separates people who get results from those who don't...consistency, even on the hard days. They discuss their HYROX prep, client wins, why February is brutal for staying on track, and how adapting your training (rather than skipping it) is what makes the difference. Simple message: show up and do what you can.

In this episode, we welcome Nicole Greenfield Smith, CEO of The Expert Edge, to talk about the psychology behind lasting behaviour change. We dive into why high performers struggle with imposter syndrome, how to build habits that actually work for your brain, and why self-criticism kills progress.

Nicole shares practical insights on managing energy (not just time), dealing with plateaus, and why other people's perceptions of you will always lag behind your own transformation.

If you've ever felt like you're doing all the right things but still feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're never quite enough...this conversation might just shift everything for you.Find Nicola at:

Instagram - @nicola_the_expert_edge

Website - The Expert Edge | Nicole Greenfield-Smith

LinkedIn - Nicole Greenfield-Smith - The Expert Edge | LinkedIn

In this episode, we welcome Sam and share his incredible journey through the world of HYROX. We talk about how we first met at a Newcastle event, his transformation through overcoming injury and weight challenges, and how these competitions have pushed him to new limits. Sam opens up about the electric atmosphere, the supportive community, and why HYROX has become such a powerful and life-changing experience. We also look ahead to the exciting events still to come. If you're sat there thinking you could never do anything like HYROX - this episode might just change your mind!

In this episode of The Mind Connect Podcast, we talk about the challenges of staying active with a busy lifestyle. We share insights from client sessions, explore flexible fitness options like online coaching and local gyms, and discuss why long-term goals for mobility and health are just as important as short-term results.

In this episode, Matt and I do our annual year-in-review and goal-setting session to prepare for 2026. We reflect on the past year, unpack key lessons, and walk through how we’re thinking about goals, priorities, and direction for the year ahead. Whether you’re doing your own annual review or looking for ideas on how to approach goal-setting with more clarity and intention, this conversation will help you start 2026 with purpose.

In this episode, we talk about what makes the gym feel intimidating and share a few simple, practical ways to make it easier to navigate. No pressure or perfection...just small steps to help you feel more comfortable and confident.

It’s dark. It’s cold. You’d rather stay in bed. We get it...and that’s exactly why we recorded this episode.
We’re breaking down what to do when motivation fades and how to stay consistent through the darker months using our flexible structure approach.
Simple, realistic tips to help you keep showing up and end the year feeling positive and strong!

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This November we're doing a clean eating challenge with our clients and in this episode I share the guidelines along with some tips to help make it a success. This time of year can be tricky - dark nights and Christmas on the horizon it's easy to think I'll just wait till January...but not us! We're going to finish the year strong!

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