Your Gym Big Sister Podcast

Welcome back to the show! This week I am speaking all about why REST matters and is important if you want to make the best gains possible over time and build your best physique

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

06:09 Personal Updates: Prague Pro, Prep and Hormonal Health

11:55 Transitioning to Prep and Competition Plans

18:09 Understanding Muscle Growth and Recovery

24:15 The Sweet Spot of Progressive Overload

31:16 Balancing Intensity and Recovery

39:46 Strategic Rest for Long-Term Gains

45:25 Looking Ahead: Future Topics and Coaching Opportunities

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Welcome back!! This week I'm joined by my Excellence Coaching coaches Faye & Zoe to do a big Q&A where we answered a load of listener questions about a range of topics.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Life Updates

23:25 Explaining Bodybuilding to Family and Friends

27:45 Communicating Personal Goals and Dietary Choices

34:23 Understanding Metabolism and Nutritional Needs

37:43 Managing Post-Show Hunger and Cravings

43:03 The Unregulated World of Online Coaching

44:30 The Importance of Technique in Training

46:53 Challenges in Adhering to Fitness and Nutrition Plans

54:01 Controversial Opinions in Bodybuilding and Fitness

55:50 Bodybuilding: More Than Just Aesthetics

57:36 The Role of Personal Trainers vs. Coaches

58:35 Influencers and Creators in the Fitness Space

01:01:54 Navigating Fitness Podcasts and Content Consumption

01:03:16 Controversies in the Fitness Community

01:06:01 Bulking and Strength Training Insights

01:10:41 Managing Post-Show Eating Habits

01:13:31 Recognizing When to Change Coaches

01:14:59 Transitioning from Client to Coach

01:20:44 The Passion for Bodybuilding and Coaching

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Welcome back to the YGBS pod!! Today I am chatting about mini cuts - the what, why and how!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

10:22 Understanding Mini-Cuts

17:04 The Importance of Body Composition

23:37 Resetting Appetite and Insulin Sensitivity

31:58 Mini-Cuts: A Strategy for Effective Building Phases

39:30 Troubleshooting Plateaus During a Mini-Cut

45:03 Post-Mini-Cut Phase: Maximizing Growth Opportunities

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Welcome back!!

Today I am joined by my amazing client, Sarah Missaoui, to discuss all things mental health and mastering your mental fitness. Sarah works as an assistant psychologist supporting clients with mental health issues and it was so amazing to get to speak to her about this, and how we can work on our own mental fitness and work towards our goals.

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Hello my lovely YGBS gang <3 hope you're doing amazing!!

This week I talk all about the power of language and our self-talk when it comes to shaping our behaviours and the results that we get - not just on our fitness journey but in LIFE.

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome and October Vibes

06:11 Injury Update and Training Progress

10:53 Reflections on Competition and Coaching

17:26 The Power of Self-Talk

31:23 Mindset: Fixed vs. Growth

35:44 The Power of Identity and Self-Talk

39:04 Reframing Challenges and Setbacks

42:30 The Role of Language in Goal Setting

44:51 Understanding the Reticular Activating System

49:36 Transforming Negative Self-Talk

53:58 Cultivating a Supportive Inner Voice

01:00:34 The Importance of Assertive Language

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Welcome back to the show!!

I'm joined by Shane once again today, and we decided to have a chat about what traits we notice in successful athletes and coaching clients which allow them to get the most out of their journeys and thrive!

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Welcome back to the show!!

I'm joined by Shane once again today, and we decided to have a chat about what traits we notice in successful athletes and coaching clients which allow them to get the most out of their journeys and thrive!

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Welcome BACK guys!!

It feels like it has been a minute since I sat down and recorded a solo pod, so as you can imagine there was a lot to catch up on this week. This episode is a big ol' deep dive on brain health and what we can do in our daily lives to optimise it and ultimately feel our best not just now, but into the future

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Catch-Up

18:12 Deep Dive into Brain Health

35:49 The Impact of Stress on Brain Health

38:09 Nutrition's Role in Brain Function

47:51 Exercise and Cognitive Enhancement

55:10 The Importance of Sleep and Stress Management

01:02:59 Social Media's Influence on Mental Health

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Welcome backkkkk to the show!!

Today I'm joined by my fiancé (the artist formerly known as Shane Storey) and we chat about our recent experiences with putting our first athletes on stage at the NBFI and WNBF Ireland, and just general bodybuilding/coaching chit chat.

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Today I'm joined by my two Excellence Coaching coaches Zoe & Faye to chat about our favourite top - GAINING PHASES!!

We chat about how to mentally approach muscle building phases and being in a surplus, how to feel GOOD in your build, and how to optimise growing muscle.

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