Power of Progress by Nathan Honess: Recent Episodes
Nathan Honess
The Power of Progress is about inspiring and encouraging YOU to progress forward in life.
Hosted by personal trainer and lifestyle coach Nathan Honess, The Power of Progress advises you on the best ways you can be the best person you can be: from securing that dream career, to gaining more confidence, to attaining a healthier lifestyle, and, of course, being happy! This podcast aims to give you hints and tips on realising your true potential in all areas of life. Why stay average, when you can be great! The Power of Progress is unleashing who you are and what you can be.
Series 3 is out now!
3.29 - Supporting One Another As A Fitness Couple, with John Tamas
In this week’s podcast I’m joined by Body Transformation Coach and Fitness Model, John Tamas. John chats to me about his fitness journey, including what led him to a career in fitness and the process he follows when prepping for competitions. John also talks about the experience of competing alongside his fitness pro partner Bekah Chaplin, and the support they offer to each other in their fitness endeavours.
You can follow John on Instagram @johntamastraining
You can follow Bekah on Instagram @bekinibody
No-Holds Barred: Persevering From Time In Jail – My True Story, with Chet Sandhu
Joining me for this week’s episode is reformed gangster and recently-published author, Chet Sandhu.
Chet chats to me about how his notorious past
– including international drug-smuggling and time spent in jail
– has formed the basis of his new book, “Self-Made, Dues Paid: An Asian Kid Who Became an International Drug-Smuggling Gangster”.
Chet reveals what life was like behind bars and how he kept his mindset and body in check, as well as what life is like for him now. You can follow Chet on Instagram @chetsandhu666 Chet’s new book is available now at Amazon
3.27 - Prepping For Success: My Flexible Lifestyle Approach
In this episode I share with you my recent flexible dieting approach, which has changed from what I call 'gaintaining' to being in a shred state.
I've therefore been dropping my calories down, making sure the protein is high and cutting out any indulgences so that I reach my goal physique.
I've still been attending regular social activities, and I share how I've stuck with my fitness plan during the week and even on weekends.
I've got lots of tips to share, so join me for this solo episode! You can follow my progress on Instagram @nathan_honess
Why You Should Create a Brand That Some People Will Hate: Branding Tips for Business, with Craig Gillespie
This week I’m joined by Brand Designer Craig Gillespie, who talks to me about a topic that affects every business – branding.
It’s so important to establish the correct branding for a business because it acts a shop window for consumers to see what you’re about and what you offer. Getting the right branding design can set you apart in a crowded market; hence why it’s so crucial to get it on-point.
Craig discusses how to focus branding on an ‘ideal client’ and why creating a brand that some people may hate can actually be a good thing.
You can follow Craig’s branding agency on Instagram @totalbrandits
What Does Fitness Look like Post-Covid? with Lincoln Bryden
Joining me for this week's podcast is ex-professional cricketer and fitness business coach Lincoln Bryden.
Lincoln chats to me about how the fitness industry has changed post-Covid and how, as fitness professionals, we'll continue to connect and inspire our clientele going forward.
You can follow Lincoln on Instagram @lincolnbryden
While social media is a great asset to connect with followers, it can be used to skew attitudes on how popular and successful someone truly is. It’s also easy to get caught up in the race for followers, likes and constant engagement. The fitness world is amongst the most prevalent of sectors that pop-up on newsfeeds, with countless posts about diet tips, suggested workouts and, of course, those gym-mirror selfies. This has been exacerbated by the pandemic, when fitness professionals moved their business – and clients – online. Joining me to talk through this ever-changing issue is three fitness experts who, like me, are part of the Bio-Synergy Team: Emma Goodman-Horne, Daniel Herman and Marvin Ambrosius. Join us for a fun, all-ranging chat about the pros and cons of social media.
On Instagram:
You can follow Emma @emergy100
You can follow Daniel and Bio Synergy @biosynergy
You can follow Marvin @marvinambrosius
Mental Health: Why is Awareness Higher But Moods Lower? With Arjuna Ishaya, Lee Hogarth and Phil Hyland
Society has taken a step forward in recent years with awareness about mental health, thanks to more exposure and the power of social media.
So why, in that case, are so many people still struggling to speak up and find help?
Joining me in this episode to discuss this quandary are three mental health and life development advocates, Arjuna Ishaya, Lee Hogarth and Phil Hyland. We discuss why mental health is just as important as physical health and what we can do to support one another.
You can follow Arjuna @arjunaishaya You can follow Lee @leehogarthcoach You can follow Phil @thephilhyland
Fatherhood and Fitness: Staying Healthy as a Parent, with David Souter
As any mum or dad will tell you, life changes when you become a parent.
No longer are you just responsible for yourself but your main priority becomes your little one.
For lots of parents, one of the first things to fall down the pecking order is their own fitness.
It’s a case of eat when you can and juggling time as best you can.
But it’s so important to keep yourself healthy so you have the energy to keep up with your bundle of joy! Joining me to share his tips of maintaining fitness while being a father is award-winning fitness pro, David Souter.
David talks of the way he manages his food and fitness routine while also looking after his family. You can follow David on Instagram @myfitnesstrainer
Going Back to Basics: Gym Tips for Beginners, with Josh-Blue
This week on the podcast I’m discussing one of my favourite topics with Personal Trainer, Online Physique Coach and Fitness Model Josh-Blue. Josh-Blue joins me to chat about how, as fitness professionals, we start our clients on their fitness journey, many of whom have no prior knowledge of going to the gym. It’s therefore important to set a solid base to improve clients’ confidence and expertise.
Josh-Blue explains how compound movements like squats, deadlifts and bench presses are a great way to improve a client’s strength, while also offering advice on his own experiences of being a fitness professional and competitor.
You Can Follow Josh-Blue on Instagram @joshbluefitness
Obesity: How Best to Manage Our Weight, with Lisa Austin, Michelle Lawrence and Lucy Walton
Being overweight can be an emotional, divisive topic for many people and there’s lots of reasons why someone’s weight may higher than it should be. In our role as fitness professionals, our role is not to judge but to help clients become fitter and understand their bodies better.
Joining me to discuss the topic of obesity are fitness experts Lisa Austin, Michelle Lawrence and Lucy Walton. In this episode we tackle the subject of how best to approach the issue of being overweight and effective methods for fat loss. You can follow my guests on Instagram: @lisa_rock_gym @michelle_a_lawrence @lucywaltoncoaching
Our mental health is equally as important as our physical health and we should always ensure we take care of ourselves. One way we can lift our mood is through moving our bodies and engaging in fitness. One person who knows all about this is this week’s guest, Adam Parker. Adam discusses his transformational story on how he managed to boost his self-esteem and confidence via fitness, and how this experience turned into a career in which he now helps others in the same position.
Visit https://meancleanandlean.co.uk/ for more info or contact Adam through info@meancleanandlean.co.uk
Follow Adam on Instagram @adamparkerpt
How I Use Flexible Dieting to Maintain My Physique: My Top Nutrition Tips In this week's episode I'm flying solo to wax lyrical about the subject of nutrition. What you eat is the cornerstone of your fitness goals, and my own approach is through one of flexible dieting. This enables me to use a semi-formal method to monitor my calories and macros, while still allowing for some entertainment food, especially my favourite vice: a peanut stack! Join me to learn the tips I've learnt in my role as a PT. Follow me on Instagram @nathan_honess
The Key to Running a Successful Business: Tips and Tricks from a Gym-Owner, with Aaron Swales
As any business owner will tell you, it takes hard graft, long hours and lots of planning to make your company a success and to grow. But when you have a strong passion for what you do, the work you put in becomes its own reward and work doesn’t feel like ‘work’. Someone who knows all about this is this week’s podcast guest, Aaron Swales.
Aaron is a North-East-based gym owner and he chats with me in this episode about the importance of having a great team, remaining customer-focused and what it takes to run a successful gym. Remember: when you love what you do, you never work a day in your life. You can follow Aaron on Instagram @aaron_swales
Why Cardio Should Have a Place in Your Fitness Plan, with Lucy Walton
This week I’m joined by online fitness coach Lucy Walton to discuss the sometimes divisive topic of cardio and the benefits it offers. Many gym-goers prefer doing solely strength-training and believe cardio can ruin gains or is unnecessary. However, as Lucy and I can attest to, a mix of strength and cardio can keep our hearts healthy, our joints supple and our bodies strong.
You can watch on youtube too - https://youtu.be/i1PpsJ5acm4
Join us for a discussion about our experience with running fitness classes and why we are pro-cardio. You can follow Lucy on Instagram @lucywaltoncoaching
Ripping Up the Rulebook: Why There’s NO Blueprint for Life, with Phil Hyland We often feel an invisible pressure as we get older to ‘hit’ certain milestones, like get married, find a job, have kids, and so on. The modern world has moved on since these traditions were made but the pressure still remains. How do we ignore these constraints and forge our own path that will make us happy? Joining me to discuss this topic is Life Coach and Self-Development Expert, Phil Hyland. Phil chats to me about how he has navigated his way around life’s red tape and become happier than ever. You can follow Phil on Instagram @thephilhyland
I'm thrilled this week to be joined by fitness veteran Stephen Sinton, who's won a list of top accolades across his career, including 2006 Mr Universe (Pro). Stephen joins me for a chat about his highly-successful career, with an insight into his childhood, getting into fitness, competing in bodybuilding and how he has used the right mindset - and actions - to reach the top of his profession. How can we use our mindset to knuckle down and focus on our life goals? Join us for an inspirational chat you don't want to miss.
Unlocking the Key to Reinvention: How to Start Again, with Paul Mort
For most of us there’ll be a point in life – or several – where we question the path we’ve taken and wish to start again. It might be a job we don’t like, an unhealthy lifestyle or a headspace we feel is trapping us. When life feels helpless it’s important to know it IS possible to reinvent yourself and become happier and more fulfilled. One person who’s lived this process is this week’s multi-talented guest, Paul Mort.
Paul is a businessman, author, keynote speaker, twice-winner of the UK Mastercoach of the Year and host of his own podcast ‘Paul Mort Talks Sh*t’. With so much success, you may assume it’s always been a smooth ride for Paul, but this has not been the case. Paul chats to be me about the challenges he’s overcome, with mental health, personal life and business endeavours, which led to a more content, prosperous version of the person he is today. Join us for an uplifting, frank and funny episode you don’t want to miss.
You can follow Paul on Instagram @paulmort1
Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/LB_ZV3f3jbk
What Confidence Means to You: Believing You're Capable, with Alice Blackledge
Confidence is something many people struggle with. It's the self-belief you have in yourself (and your abilities) and being happy in who you are. It can also mean different things to different people. For some, the goal of confidence is publicly speaking to a room full of people; for others it may be feeling confident in how they look with their appearance.
So how do we develop our level of confidence and feel more content in who we are? Joining me to discuss this topic is online fitness coach and pro fitness model, Alice Blackledge.
Alice shares her experience of evolving her own confidence and how this has helped with her life and career. You can follow Alice on Instagram @aliceblackledge
Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/2Ugcro6JPn0
How Business Has Changed Post-Pandemic, with Adam Ballinger
It’s fair to say the pandemic has changed the world of business forever and the fitness industry has had to adapt.
Joining me to discuss this topic is online coach, personal trainer and mens physique athlete Adam Ballinger.
Adam and I talk about how many of our clients are now ‘hybrid’ clients, where we mix their fitness programmes with one-to-one PT sessions plus online assistance, usually through an app and messaging service. How has that new model affected our business and way we deliver fitness?
Listen to this episode to find out. You can follow Adam @adamballingerfitness
Managing Time To Reach Your Goals, with Bryan Tan
Time is our most precious resource.
Failure to utilise our time to our advantage can have have a detrimental impact on our life, career and goals. Joining me to discuss this topic is fitness model and personal trainer, Bryan Tan. Bryan chats to me about how he manages his time effectively to reach his fitness and life goals, including when he preps for fitness competitions. Time is something that affects everyone, and you can use yours wisely by listening to this episode 😊
You can follow Bryan on Instagram @btfitness
check out video version - https://youtu.be/mjdY7ppxR0I
Coaching Yourself and Others to Achieve Success, with Dario Cucci In this week’s episode I’m joined by holistic business and sales coach, plus international speaker, Dario Cucci. Dario grew up in Switzerland and moved to Australia for fifteen years, where he worked in hospitality and became certified as a personal trainer. Dario later moved into the field of self-development and returned to Switzerland where he helps clients master their sales growth and customer satisfaction. Dario chats to me about his life and career, in which he offers advice on the importance of mentoring yourself and others to harness skills and reach new levels of success. You can follow Dario on Instagram @d.cucci
Staying True to You in Uncertain Times, with Arjuna Ishaya
Joining me for this week’s episode is Ishaya Monk and Meditation Teacher, Arjuna Ishaya.
It’s fair to say all of us have been through a rocky few years due to the impact of COVID-19 and lockdown, plus the many world events we’ve seen unfold. It’s more important than ever that we retain a sense of our true self and find an element of calm in what can be a troubling time. This episode delves into how we, as humans, react to periods of unrest and how we can refocus on what really matters.
You can follow Arjuna on Instagram @arjunaishaya
Passion Vs. Business – Can Both Work in Harmony? With Men’s Health’s Andrew Tracey
Joining me for this week’s episode is Men’s Health Fitness Editor, Andrew Tracey. Like myself, Andrew has been in the fitness industry for many years and has a passion for keeping fit and helping others to do so. But the dual side to this – as with all career sectors – is the business side of things, where clients/sales/money are what keeps the industry running. But what happens when the passion for your job outweighs the business aspect – and vice versa? Can a happy medium exist between staying passionate for the job you love and making sure your business prospers and adapts?
Join us for an intriguing episode you don’t want to miss. You can follow Andrew on Instagram @theandrew.tracey
YouTube version is also here - https://youtu.be/-6JY7lGVsU8
How to Balance Fitness with Family Life, with Ali D
Joining me for this week's episode is personal trainer and fitness model, Ali D. As well as a carving a successful career in the world of fitness, Ali is a husband and father of four, and juggles his family life with an active profession. It's a balance most of us can relate to, and in this podcast Ali shares his advice on the ways to better manage our work and personal lives and why this doesn't always have to be perfect. Join us for an insightful episode you don't want to miss.
You can follow Ali on Instagram @iamteamraw_fitness
Reframing What Positivity Means to You, with Lee Hogarth
Joining me for this week’s episode is life coach, Lee Hogarth, who talks me through the topic of positivity. As people, we often put lots of pressure on ourselves to be positive and happy, only to feel disappointed when things don’t go according to plan. We tend to feel happiest when our expectations of what could make us happy are met, but life’s not all plain-sailing and our realities are somewhat different. Lee provides hints, tips and affirmations to realign ourselves back to a truer, more real sense of what positivity actually is and how to harness this to make our lives happier.
You can follow Lee on Instagram @leehogarthcoach
If you need a muscle-building programme and tailored diet plan, why not try my online coaching? Visit https://nathanhoness.com/ You just need to fill out a short questionnaire about your current fitness goals and what you’d like to achieve, then I’ll be in touch to begin your fitness programme.
You can watch this chat on youtube, click here - https://youtu.be/qeRkB6-d5n0
The Importance of Cooking Wholesome Food, with Simon Christou
Joining me for this week’s episode is Fitness Prep coach and Competitor, Simon Christou. Simon chats to me about one of my favourite all-time topics … food! To reach our fitness goals and feel healthy, we need to fuel our bodies with the correct sustenance. But with busy lives and the temptation and convenience of fast food and takeaways, many of us buy food that’s already prepared. The problem with this is that convenience food is loaded with sugar, salts and bad fats. The solution? To cook MORE of our food from scratch. Simon joins me to discuss the reasons behind this, along with dispelling past food myths. If you need a muscle-building programme and tailored diet plan, why not try my online coaching?
Visit https://nathanhoness.com/ You just need to fill out a short questionnaire about your current fitness goals and what you’d like to achieve, then I’ll be in touch to begin your fitness programme.
Check this episode out on youtube -
https://youtu.be/_d3zQQHEAFI
3.2 - Filter-Free: Why Confidence Comes From Within, with Camilla J Collins
Joining me for this week’s episode is Camilla J Collins, who has multiple strings to her bow! As well as being a Hair & Make Up Artist, Camilla is a Confidence & Lifestyle Coach and also a Fitness Model. Camilla joins me for a chat about the prep process she’s gone through before competing in shows, her experience of thirteen years in the make-up industry and the confidence lessons she’s learnt that led her to write and publish her own book #NoFilterNeeded. Join us for an illuminating chat about finding your own self-esteem in what can often be an overly-filtered world. Follow Camilla on Instagram @camillajcollins Her book ‘#Nofilterneeded: Kicking Unobtainable Standards to the Kerb & Reimagining the Power Within Yourself’ is out now at Amazon and Audible.
Watch on youtube -
https://youtu.be/EFphXkBejvg
Finding Your Niche in the World of Fitness with Charlie Garforth
As with any career sector, running a fitness business requires you to adapt, diversify and find your own place in a crowded market. It can take you in multiple new directions and put your business sensibilities to the test. No one knows this more than WBFF Pro & Online Prep Coach, Charlie Garforth, who joins me in this episode to discuss his impressive fitness experience. Charlie chats about the importance of nurturing talent, his passion for helping people in fitness (and beyond) as well as the value that’s gained from building the right team. Join us for an insightful chat that will motivate you to reach your potential.
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You can follow Charlie on Instagram @charliegarforth or @pro.physiques
In this week’s episode I’m joined by Chiropractor – and one of my HIIT Class clients – Jon Toward to discuss joint and muscle pain. I’ve lately been experiencing some discomfort in my lower back as I prepare for my upcoming fitness show. I visited Jon for treatment and afterwards we sat down to chat about how ligament pain shouldn’t be ignored and why fast prognosis/treatment can prevent the pain from getting worse. Jon shares his advice as a chiropractor on how our bodies react to pain, how the healing process works (with damaged tissue) and why prevention is always better than cure. Check out his services on 👇🏾www.foresthallchiropracticclinic.co.uk
It’s a great week to feel upbeat because in this episode I’m joined by Happiness Coach and Tedx Speaker, Helen Bartram. Helen discusses how our greatest asset in life is that no one else is us: our uniqueness is what sets us apart and makes us special. By tuning into ourselves more and not relying on outside distractions, we can become a lot happier in who we are and what we want to achieve. Helen became a Happiness Coach following a difficult time in her personal life, and through that experience – as well as being a mum – Helen offers lots of tips and tricks on how we can find what works for us as people.
You can follow Helen on Instagram @helenbartramhappiness
This week I’m joined by body transformation coach, Connor Delieu, to discuss why food tracking is such a crucial factor in reaching our fitness goals. Not many people choose to do so, but thanks to tracking apps like MyFitnessPal we can see at a glance how many calories we consume and whether we’re meeting our macro split. Connor shares with me how food tracking has helped his fitness career, from playing rugby when he was younger to becoming a personal trainer, as well as why alcohol consumption can prove sobering reading when looking at our calorie intake.
You can follow Connor on Instagram @connordelieu
You’re getting two for the price of one this week as I’m joined by real-life fitness couple, Rebecca Suzan and Ryan Dolan. As well as their regular jobs (Rebecca works for the NHS; Ryan used to work as a plumber and now is a full-time time Personal Trainer/Competition Prep Coach) both are prepping to compete in Miami Pro’s Fitness Championship. Ryan will take part in the pro category and is also prepping Rebecca to take part in her first Miami Pro show (she's currently a Pure Elite Fitness Model Pro like myself). In this podcast I chat with Rebecca and Ryan about what it’s like to juggle their everyday work with their fitness endeavours, how they’re both prepping for their respective categories and what it’s like to be a couple who support each other to achieve their fitness goals. You can follow Rebecca on Instagram @rebeccasuzan1 and you can follow Ryan on Instagram @ryandolan_
In this week’s episode I’m joined by BBC Apprentice star, Harrison Jones, who chats to me about the world of prepared food. While appearing on the show in 2017, Harrison took his idea for a prepared organic meals business to Lord Sugar’s boardroom. Harrison made it to week ten on the show, and afterwards he made his business idea a reality by launching Equals Health – a certified organic meals delivery company. Harrison dispels the misconceptions about frozen prepared meals, including how they retain their nutrition and quality, how they’re made, and the useful benefits of having prepped meals whenever you want them.
You can follow Harrison on Instagram @harrisonjones89
Check out Equals Health https://equalshealth.co.uk/
In this week’s episode I’m joined by wellness instructor, Laura Ellen, who guides people to heal their bodies naturally. Laura was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease back in 2009, and has since focused on living a healthy lifestyle through diet, exercise and a holistic approach, to manage her symptoms. Laura shares the knowledge she has gained in maintaining her health and wellbeing in a natural way, as well as how she began helping others to do the same. Join us for an inspiring chat about how Laura has managed to stay fit and healthy while living with Crohn’s. You can follow Laura on Instagram @miss_laura_ellen or product store 👇🏾 http://shop.myqsciences.com/lauraellenwellness
All of us at some point will get stuck in a rut. That feeling we’re unhappy with how things are, hoping for change but unsure what to do. We might not feel we’re living life to its fullest, especially when we compare ourselves to other people. But the hard times in life teach us valuable lessons which lead to a happier path. Joining me to discuss this topic is recently-married lifestyle coach Lee Hogarth. Lee and I chat about how, with some inner-strength and new habits, we can maximise the enjoyment we get from not only the big moments in life, but the little things too.
A fulfilled life is a journey, not a destination.
You can follow Lee on Instagram @leehogarthcoach
We live in a fast-paced world where info and results are just a few clicks away. With this comes instant gratification – the need for immediate reward with no long-term prospects. And when it comes to fitness, many people are looking for shortcuts to better health and better physiques. The problem is that quick fixes don’t last and don’t benefit us in the long run. Real results come when we overhaul our fitness plan and nutrition, and, crucially, change our mindset. Discussing this topic with me is Competition Prep Coach and Fitness Show Presenter, James Alexander-Ellis. Can a sedentary office worker really achieve a good fitness level? Join us to find out.
You can follow James on Instagram @jamesalexanderellis
Callisthenics has steadily been growing in the last few years to become a popular form of strength training. It relies of an individual’s bodyweight (for resistance) to hone and develop their own physique. Movements such as pull-ups, front levers, planks and handstands all fall under the callisthenics category. Without the usual machines, dumbbells and equipment found in gyms, many people may be wary as to how effective calisthenics can be. Here to dismiss any doubts and talk me through the countless benefits is Fitness Coach and Bodyweight Enthusiast, Alex Ash. Alex advises how we can begin our callisthenics journey and incorporate this into our fitness routine. You can follow Alex on Instagram @alexash.fitness plus you can check out the YouTube video 👇🏾 https://youtu.be/YqtJHp1L32I where Alex will be showing Nathan how to perform a handstand and why it's useful.
How to Remember What Is Important, with Arjuna Ishaya
In our busy, demanding lives, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters to us. Our to-do list of chores and responsibilities often takes precedence over the real things which offer us happiness. In this episode I’m joined by an earlier guest from this series – monk and meditation teacher Arjuna Ishaya. Arjuna chats with me about how we can waste less time on the superficial, and how we can refocus on what truly makes us more content. Join us for a podcast which reaffirms why inner happiness is a journey, not a destination.
You can follow Arjuna on Instagram @arjunaishaya
There’s no denying we live in a visual world. Whether it’s taking selfies, social media or the focus on our appearance, we’re always looking at what ourselves – and others – look like. And there’s the contrast we make between our own lives and those we see as more successful. The clothes we wear, the money we make, the places we go to, the people we’re seen with … it’s easy to compare and always be wanting ‘more’. That’s why it pays to regularly check in with yourself and practise self-care. Speaking to me about how to do that is online Fitness Coach and Pro Fitness Model, Alice Blackledge. Alice talks of her change of careers from flight attendant to fitness coach and model and how she was able to become confident on stage and in front of the camera.
Join us for an insightful chat about self-acceptance and why comparison is the thief of joy.
You can follow Alice on Instagram @aliceblackledge
It takes a lot of hard work to make it in the fitness industry. For those who are successful, it’s always inspiring to hear their story of how they started out, besides their journey along the way. In this episode I’m honoured to be joined by Men’s Health’s Fitness Editor, Andrew Tracey, who chats with me about his life and career in fitness. Having not been into sports as a child, Andrew took on a front-of-house job at a gym when he was sixteen – a job which would spark his passion for keeping fit. From those first gym days, to training as a PT, then gracing the cover of the magazine he works for, Andrew’s fitness story proves a captivating listen. Join us for a podcast you don’t want to miss.
You can follow Andrew on Instagram @theandrew.tracey
Many of us start our fitness journey by working out independently. We head to the gym as beginners and muster our way through by trial and error, hoping to make as much progress as we can. But one of the best ways to improve our fitness is by taking part in group training. In this episode I’m joined by personal trainer Danny Rippon to discuss the benefits of working out as part of a group. Based at Sculpt Fitness in Newcastle, Danny is well-versed in personal and group training and sees the growth clients can make when training with others. Join us to find out how the right support system could be the key to unlocking your fitness potential.
2.20 - Myself and many England football fans faced disappointment last week when we lost to Italy in the Euro 2020 final. After the euphoric build-up, I couldn't shake the feeling of disappointment of Monday morning that football would not be coming home. As a coincidence, I'd booked in this podcast about how to overcome disappointment in life, and just the chat alone was enough to pull me out of my slumber! I'm joined in this episode by self-improvement expert Phil Hyland to explore the ways we can deal with disappointment in our lives and how we can use it to foster a greater sense of happiness.
There’s lots of different diets for people wanting to get leaner; one of the most popular from the past few years is intermittent fasting. This is where you have a time window where you eat during the day, followed by a period where you eat nothing. It’s basically a form of fasting – all your meals/calories/nutrition needs have to be consumed during your eating window. As with any type of diet, there’s benefits and drawbacks to intermittent fasting. In this episode I’m joined by fitness coach and close friend, Ross Cooper, to discuss whether this diet is effective for fat loss and general health, or whether it’s one to avoid. Always remember to consult with a GP before switching your diet. Join us for this podcast about a diet style that shows no sign of slowing down.
Following on from part 1 of my chat with Neil Martin, released last week on 28/06/21. In this second half, Neil discusses his upcoming third book, live speaking events following the pandemic and the advice he offers everyone on big lifestyle changes.
Professional speaker Neil Martin is back on the Power of Progress to talk about a challenge you may have heard about. Neil joins me to discuss his experience of the 75 Hard challenge, which is the ‘mental toughness’ programme set up by entrepreneur Andy Frisella. The rules of the challenge include no alcohol or cheat meals, drinking a gallon of water each day plus two daily 45-minute workouts, one of which must take place outside. Neil has lost 22 lbs from the challenge, and in this podcast (part 2 will follow next week) he discusses how the challenge tested his mental and physical strength. Join us for an inspirational chat about the challenge that’s set social media ablaze.
For many people starting their fitness journey, the world of exercise, gyms and nutrition is a scary prospect. 'Where to begin?' is the most common question, with an avalanche of classes, videos and workouts all vying for our attention. 'Gymtimidation' is another thing that puts people off - the fear of working out in front of other, most experienced gym members. But all of us start somewhere, and in this episode I'm joined by fitness trainer Emma Goodman-Horne, who this year won Fit&Well's Trainer of the Year award. Emma and I discuss the ways that gym/fitness beginners can feel comfortable and find their groove when starting to work out. The great thing about fitness is there really is an activity to suit everyone and exercise can become a great part of your lifestyle. Join us in this podcast episode for tips on beginning your fitness journey.
A Life and Career in Fitness, with Marvin Ambrosius
The fitness world is ever-changing and to stay successful in the industry you have to be adaptable, decisive and forward-thinking. Someone who's achieved this is presenter, host and fitness expert Marvin Ambrosius. In this episode, I chat with Marvin about his impressive life and career, which has seen him become Under 19s Basketball England Captain, host his own 'Fit in 5' series on Sky TV and launch the innovative Fitfreaks App and community. If you're thinking of a career in fitness or enjoy keeping healthy, then you don't want to miss this inspiring episode.
The Big 4: Four Types of Fitness Training and Why They Matter, with Tim Chase
When it comes to fitness there tends to be 4 main categories for different styles of training. Each of them matter and each play an important part in developing our fitness and reaching our goals. In this episode I’m joined by fat loss coach and fitness professional, Tim Chase, to discuss the 4 main types of training: Cardio, Strength, Stability and Flexibility. Which are our go-to exercises within each category? Which do we find more enjoyable and beneficial to our fitness? Join us for this podcast episode that covers everything from hip flexors, squat depth and how our mind is a huge contributor to our fitness goals.
Make It Happen: Scaling Your Fitness Brand, with Daniel Remington
In this video I’m joined by Bio-Synergy’s Daniel Remington to discuss how he founded, and later grew, the successful fitness nutrition brand, Bio-Synergy. Daniel launched Bio-Synergy in 1997, which has since delivered high-quality supplements and sports nutrition to countless fitness enthusiasts and professional athletes. Daniel shares in the video his story of navigating a fitness brand through the wealth of changes – and growth – there’s been in the health and fitness industry over the last 20+ years. Which supplements do you use to fuel your fitness goals? Leave a comment below. Check out Bio Synergy and use Nathan's discount code NH20 https://bio-synergy.uk/
2.12 - When Habits Become a Hindrance, with Phil Hyland
Habits can help us reach our goals, keep us grounded and understand our sense of self. But can being too rigid with habits be a hindrance to happiness? In this episode I’m joined by self-development expert Phil Hyland to discuss why a little bit of flexibility with our routines and habits is much better than staying stuck in our ways. One habit you might want to keep is to listen to the Power of Progress’s new episode every Monday for inspirational chat and advice!
2.11 - Staying Fit and Healthy with Crohn's Disease, with David Souter
In this episode I’m joined by fitness industry expert David Souter, who – despite having Crohn’s disease – has forged a successful career as an award-winning fitness professional. David shares his inspirational story of being diagnosed with Crohn’s, as well as the tips he’s picked up on staying fit and healthy despite his condition. David talks with me about cleanse days, the importance of exercise and maintaining the right mindset in all areas of life.
2.10 - Why We All Need Support, with Lincoln Bryden
Today I’m joined by ex-cricketer and fitness industry veteran Lincoln Bryden to discuss why we all need support. No matter which industry you’re in, or where you’re at personally in life, we all need a support network to help us navigate through the demands, triumphs and setbacks that life throws at us. As well as the importance of receiving support, Lincoln and I also discuss how we can reach out to be a supportive person to other people. Join us for a insightful episode that’s all about encouragement.
Spirituality means different things to different people. It can help us feel more connected with ourselves on a deeper level and offer a sense of purpose. In this episode, I'm joined by monk and meditation teacher Arjuna Ishaya to discuss his own spirituality, and how others can find theirs. We talk about the positive effects of spirituality on our health and wellbeing, as well as the power we receive when accepting who we are. Join us for an enlightening podcast you don't want to miss.
2.8 - Chat about Flexible Dieting with Martina Hnatysyn
Can focusing on macronutrient intake, instead of certain food, be the key to dieting success? Flexible dieting doesn’t restrict food like standard diets – things like ice cream, pizza and cheese and can still be enjoyed. Instead the emphasis is placed on tracking your protein, fat and carbohydrate intake to change your body shape. As long as your food choices fall within your macros, then flexible dieting says you can still lose weight. In this podcast, I’m joined by fitness guru Martina Hnatysyn to discuss what we think about flexible dieting and which diets we’ve attempted in the past. Is this the modern way to a leaner body?
2.7 - Neil Martin Chat Part 2: His Secrets To Overcoming Procrastination
Procrastination is useful in helping us take the right course of action, but it too often holds us back. Following the first half of our chat (in the last episode) Neil Martin talks through his new book, Done Beats Perfect, in which he shares his tips on beating procrastination. Neil explains why it’s good to always adapt, as well as letting go of hang-ups and other people’s opinions. Once you let go of perfectionism, you can start to thrive in all parts of your life. Find out how to do that through this podcast.
2.6 - The Journey To Health and Fitness with Neil Martin Part 1
Everyone has their own journey when it comes to health and fitness … no two stories are the same. In this episode, I’m joined by award-winning speaker and author, Neil Martin, who shares his experience of his path to a fitter lifestyle. Neil explains how his old habits and mindset were not only leading to weight gain, but affecting his mental health and prospects of a bright future. Neil offers an insight into how he turned his life around, through joining the gym, becoming a leading authority on health juices and even running marathons! Join us for an inspirational chat you don’t want to miss.
In this episode, South Tyneside's Tara Johnson talks about increasing awareness about the lack of accessible leisure activities. After a turbulent and unprecedented year, Tara has been motivated to embark on one of her biggest challenges yet – to stand for the first time in over 20 years. Tara is the founder and owner of social enterprise Tailored Leisure Company (TLC), and she's pledged to stand from her wheelchair for 21 hours over 5 days: a sight neither of her children have seen. The driving force behind the challenge is to raise awareness of the lack of accessible leisure activities and short break facilities across the north east region. It's a really inspiring episode you don't want to miss!
2.4 - Without Direction There Is No Future A sense of purpose gives us drive in life to get up each day and work towards our goals. But what happens if we lose that purpose and become lost in who we are? In this episode I’m joined by performance coach Lee Hogarth to discuss the importance of direction and how it affects our day-to-day. Lee and I both share stories of past downfalls in knowing where we were headed in life and how we managed to overcome them using a positive, forward mindset.
2.3 - 5 Secrets To Fat Loss: How To Keep Disciplined
In this episode I’m joined by fellow fitness professional, Lucy Walton, to discuss the much talked about – but often misconstrued – secrets to fat loss. Find out why someone’s ‘why’ is crucial when losing weight, as well as finding a form of exercise that’s enjoyable enough to keep you working towards your goal. There’s no quick fix with fat loss, but a consistent and rewarding approach will set you on the path to long-term results. Lucy and I also share our own experience of fat loss from when we participated in fitness competitions.
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2.2 - How Technology Can Affect Mental Health: 3 Tips To Be Aware Of
I am joined by Ross Linnett, a previous athlete who’s now an entrepreneur in the technology sector. Ross deals with technology that helps people with conditions like dyslexia and partial vision. It was a pleasure chatting to Ross, as he has abundance of knowledge in this field. He also discusses the importance of sleep: he has a DNA test you can take to help with mental health and other details about your sleep. We discussed elements from The Social Dilemma Netflix documentary, besides our views on how social media can affect mental health. What’s your view on technology? Do you think it’s a good thing to have in the modern world? Or do things need to change?
Food Cravings Vs. How to Overcome Them It’s often the case the foods we’d like to eat more of – ice cream, chocolate, pizza, etc. – are the foods which are unhealthy and play havoc with our diets. While these are fine in moderation, eating high calorie, low-nutrition foods on a regular basis leads to weight gain and prevents us from reaching our fitness goals. In this video I’m joined by my friend and fellow fitness professional Tim Chase, where we discuss our own food vices, and the ways all of us can overcome our cravings for foods which are bad for us. Which foods do you often have cravings for? Do you have any tips on overcoming your cravings?
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The Power of Progress Podcast is back for series 2, and this time there’ll be special guests joining me for motivational talks.
As ever, my podcast is aimed at inspiring you to be the best person you can be; to keep you moving forward in a busy, changing world.
There’ll be lots of topics discussed; everything from psychology, self-progression and how to drive your success forward.
It’s easy to get swamped by the negativity we often see online and in the media, so the Power of Progress will be the antidote to boost your mood.
I want to make this series more interactive, so if you have any suggestions on topics you’d like to hear about, then please get in touch! I’d also love to hear of any experiences you’ve had with progressing your development in life – whether that’s finances, career, self-esteem or relationships.
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Episode 33: Last episode of Series 1 6 Actions To Be Consistent
To be consistent means to fully dedicate yourself to a task, activity or goal. It means to fully stay engaged without distraction.
To be consistent requires a commitment on your part. It requires you to commit yourself to a sustained effort of action in the long-term.
We will be having a chat about our experiences in being consistent in our everyday life plus will be chatting openly about the 6 actions.
In this episode, there's a special announcement about changes to the Power of Progress podcast, so be sure to listen all the way to the end.
Check out Rita's instagram feed, she has Live guest speakers on her feed once a week called Revelation with Rita 👇🏾
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Episode 32 - Why Movement is a non negotiable daily ritual: The science behind why it makes you feel good.
If you desire to have financial abundance, health, happiness, and loving relationships, it MUST start with you!
Incorporating a movement practice in your daily routine is paramount to feeling good. And feeling good is a basic requirement when you’re looking to progress in any aspect of your life.
Movement (of any kind, for any period of time) is one sure way to get those feel-good hormones flowing and the right places of your brain fired up 🔥
In this episode, Online Fitness Coach @nathan_honess reveals exactly why movement is important for a happy healthy wealthy lifestyle, and how it supports emotional and mental wellbeing.
Comment below with what your favourite revelation was this episode!
We all have had experiences that would have impacted the way we perceive life, relationships, or ourselves. And those experiences live in the subconscious and repeat themselves over and over again until you have the capacity to fully release and process that experience.
This episode is created with that in mind, when you hold grudges, you hold onto anger and frustration which keeps you in the fear frequency and affect all aspects of you life as well as how you make decisions, the actions and the inactions that you make.
Moving from the fear frequency to the love frequency is paramount to being in the right vibrational frequency for manifestation! That's where you find inner peace, enlightenment, joy and fulfilment. And when you begin to embody those emotions, that's where the magic happens.
You've experienced those events for a reason, and this episode will guide you as you see the benefits of forgives and exactly how to move into forgiveness.
I've created this FREE forgiveness meditation to help you get started on your healing journey. it features the powerful Ho'oponopono prayer, which is an ancient Hawaiian forgiveness prayer. This prayer has transformed my inner peace and wanted to pass it forwards onto you.
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We all can relate to feeling overwhelmed at one point or another - especially if you're in business, if you're a mum, or if you're both! A mum-preneur! I salute you!
Whenever we have a separate entity fully relying on us to grow and thrive, we tend to generally tend to have the desire to give it our all, and be all in, all of the time and it's a lot - I hear you! We've all been there!
So that's why we've created this episode for you to have a new perspective of what it means when you are in overwhelm, so that you can learn why it happens, why it's not healthy to be in overwhelm and most importantly learn the EXACT STEPS HOW to swiftly move through overwhelm.
If you haven't yet, we'd love to invite you to rate this podcast and leave a review.
Whoever you are, whatever you do, whatever your circumstances, every one of us will have experienced some sort of sadness or frustration at least in one point of their lives.
Especially in the current unprecedented times, where you may not see the light at the end of the tunnel, but what we know for sure is that we must carry on.
Nathan shares some strategies you may find useful to have in your daily routine to continuously keep the blues at bay.
We've loved creating this episode for you! I hope that you enjoy it and if you haven't yet, make sure you subscribe, rate and review this podcast!
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What a curve ball this past few months have been!
If you're used to seeing a lot of people all of the time - Nope that's out the window, and if you live with someone and you're used to spending a balance of time apart and time together, nope that's also not an option, naturally.
Our worlds have been turned upside down but no need to fret! We've got you!
Regardless of how you have been maintaining your relationships, this has changed, so we've broken it down to a few key factors to keep in mind as we navigate through lockdown.
• Understanding how to communicate & connect with others
• Dedicate time for self care if you or your partner years for their own space - do something apart
• Do something together, whether it is a hobby or goal
• Understanding each others love languages
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Lockdown news has shook me (Rita) to my very core as I am sure it has affected so many others of you, as a result I felt called to share my experience and share with you my coping strategies incase it helps another person.
Defining reframing as a conscious decision to see a situation in a different light, changing the perception of how they see the event or situation. Often those new perspectives are more positive, more motivating, and help you cope with uncertainty. Another way to think about Reframing is as reinterpreting a difficult or stressful event by working to see it in a different way.
Coping Strategies:
1 - Cognitive reappraisal involves changing the way you think about an emotional stimulus in order to change its emotional impact on you.
2 - Positive reappraisal involves identifying positive meaning in what are in fact negative stressors, by focusing on the ‘good’ that is happening or that has happened.
3 - Cognitive restructuring involves identifying negative interpretations of an event that are unrealistic and replacing them with more realistic interpretations.
4 - Coping statements are short self-talk statements that encourage persisting with or reassessing a situation in a more positive light.
5 - Acceptance-based thinking involves becoming aware of and accepting of how one feels, without trying to change those emotions.
We also share some questions that you may want to ask yourself (as recommended in the article by Tim Jackson PhD.)
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How can I accept things I can’t control?
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How can I adapt to this?
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If I were to engage in ‘radical acceptance’ of this situation/my reaction, what would that look like and how would it feel?
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How can I create realistic expectations for myself and others?
Source: https://medium.com/@jacksonlead/reframing-coping-strategies-for-resilient-leaders-eed62b2ce3c6
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Through asking each other how we intend on having the best year yet, we’ve come up with 5 steps in which you can apply to your goals, whether they are specific to each of your life aspects or your overall huge vision for your year!
Reflection on 2020, and asking what area of your life did you set out to improve, yet find yourself in the same position?
Set your goals and intentions for 2021 is a HUGE part of success, we've covered this topics in so much more depth, take a listen if you haven't already https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/power-of-progress/id1523704565?i=1000503668520
Thinking about the person that you need to become in order to a achieve your intentions, and stepping into that person, as you think about what attributes and characteristics does the person that achieves that goal have?
Another way is to think about who your inspiration is in a sense of looking at who possesses your aspirational life style and think about what they must do on a day to day basis to achieve the level of success they've reached and imitating some of their positive attributes as a part of your practice
Set your new habits, building on what you already have done in 2020
Detachment from outcome is one trap that I see so many fall into when working towards a goal, so it was a must to include as a part of this episode!
Nathan's Youtube Video mentioned in this podcast:
10 Healthy Habits To Start 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6WHqvKl05c
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Research has shown that most people give up on their New Year's Resolution within the first 14 days! Don't be like most people... here's how you can have the best year yet!
In this episode, we explore the top 3 reasons why New Years resolution fail and give you the tools to succeed in the form of 3 simple steps.
When it comes to your goals and intentions, your will power will only take you so far IF your WHY isn't strong enough to keep you motivated. So when you're looking to achieve a new goal, you must first look at your motivation for achieving it, and ask yourself: What will I be able to do when I achieve the goal?
For more on Will Power vs. Why Power, you can listen to this episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-11-will-power-vs-why-power/id1523704565?i=1000492769834
Setting intention is the first and most important (in my opinion) law of the universe. Without knowing what you are heading and what you'd like to achieve, you're likely to be aimlessly 'going with the flow' and not actually manage to achieve anything. Years may go by and you will notice that you're frustrated, overwhelmed and unsure of your path or purpose.
Every pilot must have a destination and planned out path before getting into his airplane!
Passion & purpose is a big part of success, every single person has a purpose of what they are here to do and how they can help forward humanity, and make an impact in the world, and your job is to find what that is.
It's time to be super intentional with your goals and have the best year yet!
Your homework is to journal on the following questions:
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What do you want?
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What are 10 actionable steps you can do to reach that?
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Where can you make space for your goals to happen?
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In this episode, we're exploring the answers to 5 questions that encourage us to look back and reflect over the past year. We'd love to encourage you to listen, note down the questions and answer them for yourself.
At the beginning of 2020, no one would have been able to predict just how much all of our lives would be turned upside down, and just how much we would be able to adapt and thrive in the midst of chaos. Whether you have managed to pivot, keep moving forward, hit new goals that you had put on pause for so long, or if you've managed to go inwards and grow spiritually and kept yourself in a high vibe state despite of the fear based frequencies, or whether you have managed to just stay alive to see the end of this year.
You've made it!
The way I see 2020, is that it's been a gift... a much needed time to turn our attention to the aspects of our lives that had been put on auto pilot for years as a result of being plugged into the matrix. It's given us the gift of the time we needed to reflect and pivot into a more purposeful path. It's been a year that will be remembered for decades to come as the year we learned the meaning of gratitude, and just how much we take a lot of things and people in our lives for granted.
The year 2020 has been a warm up for a lot of us, and we're so excited to be here, serving you with you a dash of weekly value.
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From the conversations we've had, we've realised that most people either feel restriction and guilt around what they eat and drink over the Christmas period, or go the other way and fully give up their routine which leads to them taking longer and struggling to get back to their normal self, whether that physically, mentally or just in a more practical routine that works best for their lifestyle.
When it comes to the mindset around food and drink during Christmas time, balance is key to having a great time keeping in mind that you have the knowledge and experience of how to get back to your norm, whatever that may be to you.
The tips shared in this podcast will give you the guidance you need over this festive period. And you might not even have to take notes down, just by listening to it, your subconscious will retain the information and you will move into this time of year with more clarity on how to be more mindful of your thoughts as well as others around you.
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We tend to look for the one thing that will change our lives forever, but in all fairness, if there's ONE thing that is truly life changing it would be the consistency of MANY things in different areas of life. And this is why we've created the Power Of Progress podcast, to share with you a collection of elements that we need to incorporate in our lives to have a happy, healthy, and abundant life.
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In this episode, we discuss how the lack of sleep is a vicious cycle and how to break the cycle and get back to your healthy routine.
Nathan and I share 9 steps on how to correct your sleeping pattern.
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In this episode we discuss the effects of multitasking, what the best way to multitask, and we share 3 top tips on how increase your productivity.
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Most people associate abundance with money or material goods. One can be abundant in money and material goods - that´s one aspect of it, but what about having an abundance of love, joy, freedom, peace, courage, passion, creativity, knowledge and health? Isn´t that the real wealth and prosperity? Your life may already be much more abundant than you realise, you may be focusing on one thing that you don't have, when all you have to do is lift your head up, open your eyes and really look around, see what's around you and you'll realise just how much beauty is already around you. It depends on whether you focus on what you do have, or on what you don´t have.
What if I told you that from moment to moment, you have the choice to decide who you are and who you become?
We discuss the difference between a scarcity mindset and an abundant mindset, and how you can move to the abundance mindset with the 3 steps provided for you in this episode.
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As we record this, we're approaching the time of year where the clocks go back, meaning we get an extra hour in bed! But the downside is that lots of people struggle to stay motivated with the cold weather and darker evenings.
Here are 4 tips to keep you healthy, positive and motivated:
1- Healthy comfort food: opt for slow cooked meals, lean meats and healthy vegetables, as well as using bone broth for your stock. Strengthen your body’s defences by keeping your gut healthy. Consume foods that have natural probiotics (like yoghurt, kefir, miso soup, cultured vegetables, and sauerkraut), or take a high quality supplement.
2- Keep physically active during the winter to bolster mental health and physical immunity. Shift some activities to indoor ones like Pilates/stretch classes and keep up regular exercise.
3- Supplements: take a multivitamin and add cod liver oil supplements for the winter. These have the added benefit of vitamin A and D (great for months when our access to vitamin D-producing sunshine is limited).
4 -Prioritise-sleep and follow the sun’s lead. As the days get shorter, shift your sleep routine towards going to bed earlier and allow your body more hours to rest and repair.
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First and foremost I'd like to say that if you're here, you're already looking for the right answers.. and looking to educate yourself how to best manuever through this strange time and that is the first and most important step to coming out of this in the best shape possible if not even stronger than you were before in all aspects of life physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and financially
6 Main Steps:
- Find and Return to your Anchors
We've talked about anchors before, so anchors are the constant in your life, for me, it's my home, my dog, it's the gym which I'm grateful that they're still operating at the moment
The idea is to look for what IS certain in your life, and doing that to getting a sense of peace and feeling grounded and safe
A bullet proof morning and evening rituals
During this uncertain times, other than other responsibilities, if you were to keep those in place consistently, you’ll be feeling in a good enough mental state so that you’re ready to take on whatever the day presents
This first step aligns with your gratitude ritual too, by going back to the anchors. By asking yourself what is certain in my life, your brain starts to look for the positive. And that's what we want, cause whatever we focus on grows. So focus on the good and more good will come
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One problem and solution at a time
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You can journal your current feelings/issue or problem
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Make sure you Ask yourself how can I work this out instead of focusing on how frustrated you are that this is happening, when you ask, how can I work this out, your brain starts to look for ways to work it out.
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Take the pressure off whenever you feel uneasy
Just take time out of the 'I have to get this done'
Listen to your body if you're hungry eat, if you're tired rest... And so on.
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Limit your intake of news and any other negative sources that instil fear and fill your day with uplifting music, podcasts, audiobooks.. p
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Think short term / Look at fulfilling immediate needs and addressing immediate concerns (for now)
If you take just ONE thing from today I'd like it for it to be is to live in the moment
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Your current circumstances and relationships are a direct indication to your self worth.
And your self value is portrayed through the way you carry yourself, and how you show up into the world.
Which is mirrored back in your current circumstances, and the people/situations you attract into your life.
In this episode, we share 5 simple ways to increase your self value.
Defining your worth from outside sources is a subconscious way of comparing yourself to specific standards set by others. Comparison is a foolproof way of ignoring the awesome things you have done or can do. When you compare yourself to others, you’re measuring your worth by their terms. But what about your own?
“Your own terms are the only ones that matter,” says Mackenzie Gelina, academic adviser at California College of the Arts in San Francisco. “Every person has walked a different path to get where they are today,” she adds. This can be difficult when social media sites provide a constant reminder of the achievements of others. Not surprisingly, a study by the Public Library of Science found that increased Facebook use undermines subjective well-being. The more individuals saw the achievements of their peers, the less satisfied they were with their own lives. Sound familiar?
Instead of measuring your worth based on another person’s scale, concentrate on what is meaningful to you,whether that’s being balanced, being a kind person, or living a faith tradition. “Make your own standards,” Gelina says. “They will matter to you longer than those of anyone else.”We would absolutely love to invite you to join our Facebook community where we deliver regular live trainings, additional guiding wise words and it’s also where we can interact with you and support you on a more personalised level: https://www.facebook.com/groups/powerofprogress
To learn more about how you can work with Rita, visit the website: www.ritaroushdy.com
Did you know that Nathan is a published freakin’ author? Want his book on Realising Your Fitness Potential? Here’s the link to that: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B089QSD8YD
Do you ever feel that you’re experiencing the same situations over and over again? Whether it’s a toxic relationship, or a stingy and difficult client?
In this episode, we discussing a real problem that I know a lot of people are experiencing and have experienced for a long time, without realising what’s going on and how to break the cycle.
What most people don’t realise is that we operate from a subconscious level 90% of the time, and so if you’ve experienced a trauma, or have limiting beliefs or stories you may be telling yourself, that is what’s attracting more of the same into your life.
Mindset exercises is great for awareness and working to control your thoughts and feelings, but it’s only surface and there’s a lot of healing that needs to take place on a deeper level that goes hand in hand with the mindset work.
We share with you a few concise steps to guide you to be more aware of the patterns that you see, be able to track them to where their origins are whether they are coming from a trauma, limiting belief or a story you’ve been telling yourself for years, that has may be been imposed on you as a child that you’ve gone the rest of your life believing to be true.
We also include steps that we know can help you shift some of those blocks so that you can experience healthier, happier relationships in all aspects of your life.
We would absolutely love it if you joined our Facebook community where we deliver regular live trainings, additional guiding wise words and it’s also where we can interact with you and support you on a more personalised level: https://www.facebook.com/groups/powerofprogress
To learn more about how you can work with Rita, visit the website: www.ritaroushdy.com
Did you know that Nathan is a published freakin’ author? Want his book on Realising Your Fitness Potential? Here’s the link to that: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B089QSD8YD
Episode 13 - Power Posture at your desk
Do these 3 simple tasks every day when at your desk and it will really help how your feel and has been proven that will a power posture it can improve your productivity.
1- conscious correction
2- get out of your seat
3- do some simple stretches throughout day
We would love to invite you to join our Facebook community where we deliver regular live trainings, additional guiding wise words and it’s also where we can interact with you and support you on a more personalised level: https://www.facebook.com/groups/powerofprogress
To learn more about how you can work with Rita, visit the website: www.ritaroushdy.com
Did you know that Nathan is a published freakin’ author? Want his book on Realising Your Fitness Potential? Here’s the link to that: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B089QSD8YD
Ever set a new goal, but before long you found yourself wondering whether it was worth it and what made you start it anyway?
We've all been there! Which is why we've decided to share with you exactly what's happened and how to change this in the future so that you can achieve all of your goals and avoid frustration and overwhelm!
You'll find that Will power takes a lot of effort and will only ever last for so long before you'll give up, will power is great to get you started, like going straight into a better healthier nutrition and working out regularly because you've decided to lose weight, the classic New Years resolution goal.
But when you have a strong WHY behind your goal, you'll find the motivation to keep going and you'll not stop until you achieve your goal. By identifying your 'Why' you'll find the burning desire inside of you to keep the new way of living so important because the why is so strong.
This might be you want to stay healthy for your children, you want to have for wealth for your family, the other why might be in my opinion because to just had some traumatic happen and you been given a warning card like cut back on your bad intake to lose weight to prevent another heart attack.
You see some time people are not fully clear on there why and if they did know this clearly than your outcome will become very clear and in time you will achieve
Ok so how do you find out your WHY and use will power in the best way possible? Listen and take note!
And if you haven't yet, join our Facebook group here for more invaluable guidance https://www.facebook.com/groups/powerofprogress
Episode 9- Importance of having a daily body stretch ritual
10 Benefits
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Decreases muscle stiffness and increases range of motion. Stretching helps improve your range of motion, which may also slow the degeneration of your joints.
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May reduce your risk of injury. A flexible muscle is less likely to become injured if you have to make a sudden move. By increasing the range of motion in a particular joint through stretching, you can decrease the resistance on your body’s muscles during various activities.
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Helps relieve post-exercise aches and pains. After a hard workout, stretching your muscles helps keep them loose and lessens the shortening and tightening effect that can lead to post-workout aches and pains.
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Improves posture. Stretching the muscles of the lower back, shoulders and chest helps keep your back in better alignment and improves your posture.
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Helps reduce or manage stress. Well-stretched muscles hold less tension and, therefore, can help you feel less stressed.
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Reduces muscular tension and enhances muscular relaxation. Chronically tense muscles tend to cut off their own circulation, resulting in a lack of oxygen and essential nutrients. Stretching allows your muscles to relax.
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Improves mechanical efficiency and overall functional performance. Because a flexible joint requires less energy to move through a wider range of motion, a flexible body improves overall performance by creating more energy-efficient movements.
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Prepares the body for the stress of exercise. Educated stretches or a mobility routine prior to exercise allows your muscles to loosen up and become better able to withstand the impact of the activity you choose to do.
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Promotes circulation. Stretching increases blood supply to your muscles and joints, which allows for greater nutrient transportation and improves the circulation of blood through your entire body.
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Decreases the risk of low-back pain. Flexibility in the hamstrings, hip flexors and muscles attached to the pelvis relieves stress on the lumbar spine, which in turn reduces your risk of low-back pain.
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Nathan will be sharing a extended cool down stretch video so you know what stretches to do.
How many of you have waited for the right time, till you’re ready to start something? and never found the right time? And never ever started?
In this episode we cover the most common mistakes when you're starting something new, or even just working on incorporating a new habit into your life. And the 3 most effective tips that you can do to push yourself to just do it.
Starting before you’re ready is actually where the magic happens..
Sometimes your body tries to protect you whenever that outside your comfort zone
You cannot prepare for something you’ve never done before, that’s new and that’s outside of your comfort zone.
How can you tell if it’s outside your comfort zone? If you’re nervous but excited by the prospect of how that first step could truly change your life!
You just have to BEGIN! JUMP! And figure it out when you’re in it. Otherwise you’ll always be in a stand still position and your dream life will be all that is now... a dream! You might suck at first but you get better by doing it!!
We just don’t believe in waiting till you feel like it, cause... “Comfort Zones is where dreams go to die” — Regina King
We challenge you to challenge yourself... what have you been putting off starting that could truly change your life?
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How have you managed your health and fitness through lockdown?
With 15 years in Fitness Coaching, Nathan shares his simple yet effective tips on how to keep your health and fitness on track. Rita also shares her experience with her own fitness journey.
In this episode, we discuss the 6 most important habits to incorporate into your life to be in the best shape all year round!
Of course, it's about hitting the gym and eating healthy - but we go into even more detail than that, and what most people don't know about the one daily habit that will change the way you progress into your fitness journey.
In this episode, Nathan also covers how you can gradually yet effectively move from your lockdown routines back normal life routine.
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The Power of Progress is about inspiring and encouraging the listener to progress forward in life.
Nathan Honess and Rita Roushdy will be advising you on the best ways you can be the best person you can be: from securing your dream career, to gaining more confidence, to attaining a healthier lifestyle, and, of course, being happy! Our podcast aims to give you hints and tips on realising your true potential in all areas of life. Why stay average, when you can be great! The Power of Progress is unleashing who you are and what you can be.
Have you ever chased your goal to expand your career or business but it came at the cost of your health or mental health?
In this episode, we discuss how to maintain a balanced and healthy life in the midst of chasing your goals. Sharing their experiences and tips on how they manage so many projects and maintain physical and mental wellbeing in hope to help you in your prioritisation and maintaining a balance in your life.
Lockdown has come as a great opportunity for both of us to hit the reset button on the life-work balance, and has helped both of us build new habits that will come with us back to normal life.
We talk all things priorities, time management, down time and sleep...
Make sure you join our free community group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/powerofprogress
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The Power of Progress is about inspiring and encouraging the listener to progress forward in life.
Nathan Honess and Rita Roushdy will be advising you on the best ways you can be the best person you can be: from securing your dream career, to gaining more confidence, to attaining a healthier lifestyle, and, of course, being happy! Our podcast aims to give you hints and tips on realising your true potential in all areas of life. Why stay average, when you can be great! The Power of Progress is unleashing who you are and what you can be.
Episode 4 - How to create a healthy perception of your progress - Self Talk! Part 2
It's a great first step to know when you're being too hard on yourself, when you're about to quit too prematurely, and the difference between needing a break and just finding excuses for procrastination.
The Power of Progress is about inspiring and encouraging the listener to progress forward in life.
Nathan Honess and Rita Roushdy will be advising you on the best ways you can be the best person you can be: from securing your dream career, to gaining more confidence, to attaining a healthier lifestyle, and, of course, being happy! Our podcast aims to give you hints and tips on realising your true potential in all areas of life. Why stay average, when you can be great! The Power of Progress is unleashing who you are and what you can be.
Episode 3 - How to create a healthy perception of your progress - Self Talk! Part 1
What's your inner dialogue telling you?
Did you know that how your self talk stems from your subconscious programming, which happens during the first 7 years of your life?!
In this episode, Rita and Nathan discuss the stages of progress, and steps you can incorporate into your life so that you can have a healthier perception of your progress that will then essentially equip you with tools to know when you are being too hard on yourself and when you're about to quit too prematurely.
Nathan shares a powerful analogy on how we should look at the progress we make that will shift your outlook in many of your life's aspects!
And Rita shares her personal progress story as she began her journey in figure skating (as a hobby sport of course!) and you'll never believe what happened. Listen to the podcast to learn what lessons she's taken from that experience.
If you've enjoyed this conversation, I would love for you join our community on Facebook where we have real conversations and offer additional personalised answers to all your burning questions: https://www.facebook.com/groups/592803284779699
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The Power of Progress is about inspiring and encouraging the listener to progress forward in life.
Nathan Honess and Rita Roushdy will be advising you on the best ways you can be the best person you can be: from securing your dream career, to gaining more confidence, to attaining a healthier lifestyle, and, of course, being happy! Our podcast aims to give you hints and tips on realising your true potential in all areas of life. Why stay average, when you can be great! The Power of Progress is unleashing who you are and what you can be.
The Power of Progress is about inspiring and encouraging the listener to progress forward in life.
Self doubt that you're on the right path is something we all experience. In this episode, we each share 3+ points & tips that guide you through that self doubt.
What message would you send your past & future self? Who will you need to become to achieve your dream life?
These are only some of the thought provoking questions that we'll be discussing in this episodes.
If you've enjoyed this conversation, I would love for you join our community on Facebook where we have real conversations and offer additional personalised answers to all your burning questions: https://www.facebook.com/groups/592803284779699
Nathan Honess and Rita Roushdy will be advising you on the best ways you can be the best person you can be: from securing your dream career, to gaining more confidence, to attaining a healthier lifestyle, and, of course, being happy! Our podcast aims to give you hints and tips on realising your true potential in all areas of life. Why stay average, when you can be great! The Power of Progress is unleashing who you are and what you can be.
You've defined your dream life! Amazing.. But when you look back 5 - 10 years ago, the way that you're working towards that dream life has changed a few times already... We're here to tell you; that's okay!
If you're working towards a vision, it doesn't matter how you get there, what path you take, as long as you continue to work towards your vision or goal.
And the vision can change that's fine too, as long as you can define it and have something that you're working towards.
In this episode, Nathan & Rita share stories relevant to this and open the door for you to see that success can be achieved in so many different ways and in fact it requires for you to experience your journey to the fullest to become who you need to become to achieve your dream life.
If you've enjoyed this conversation, I would love for you join our community on Facebook where we have real conversations and offer additional personalised answers to all your burning questions: https://www.facebook.com/groups/592803284779699
The Power of Progress is about inspiring and encouraging the listener to progress forward in life.
Nathan Honess and Rita Roushdy will be advising you on the best ways you can be the best person you can be: from securing your dream career, to gaining more confidence, to attaining a healthier lifestyle, and, of course, being happy! Our podcast aims to give you hints and tips on realising your true potential in all areas of life. Why stay average, when you can be great! The Power of Progress is unleashing who you are and what you can be.
The Power of Progress is about inspiring and encouraging the listener to progress forward in life. Nathan Honess and Rita Roushdy will be advising you on the best ways you can be the best person you can be: from securing your dream career, to gaining more confidence, to attaining a healthier lifestyle, and, of course, being happy! Our podcast aims to give you hints and tips on realising your true potential in all areas of life. Why stay average, when you can be great! The Power of Progress is unleashing who you are and what you can be.