Sam Says: Recent Episodes
Samantha McGowan
Real, honest talk about health, fitness, life and most likely dogs too... (swearing almost guaranteed)
In this episode of The Strong AF Podcast I talk with my physio, Dave Thomas who helped me overcome one of my toughest injuries to date.
Dave is my go-to physio for both myself and my own clients to help them navigate injuries and niggles, as well as being the physio at Chelsea FC academy.
He has treated international and Team GB athletes in sports including karate, swimming, fencing & athletics and is passionate about using movement and exercise to help people be the best version of themselves and achieve their goals, whatever their starting point.
In this episode I chat to the wonderfully brilliant Scott MacDonald as we discuss setting crazy goals and how to stick to them.
Scott has been adviser to the exec of some of the biggest companies in the world, working with people at the top of their game from elite athletes to serial million dollar entrepreneurs, from special forces soldiers to senior leaders across large organisations.
Join us in this conversation as we discuss consistency, navigating emotions, and strategies to overcome self-sabotage.
Uncover the keys to a healthy relationship with fitness, career, and life, freeing yourself from comparisons and setting realistic yet fulfilling expectations.
In this episode of The Strong AF Club, I sit down with my wonderful client, Pen who's journey has taken her from the confines of strict diets and intense training sessions to finding the joy in balance. In this episode, we delve into her evolution, discussing the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned, and the joy she discovered in a more balanced approach to life.
In this episode of The Strong AF Podcast, we sit down with Ramya, a stunning human being whose journey through strength training has been a testament to resilience and self-discovery. From navigating the challenges of lockdowns, working on the front line, and enduring personal loss to finding solace in long-distance running, Ramya's story is one of courage and transformation.
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of pregnancy loss and death. Listener discretion is advised.
In this episode of The Strong AF Podcast, Sam answers YOUR questions taken directly from social media. Your questions, answered:
"How do you encourage someone you love into a fitness and good eating journey? Or leave it to them?"
"How to keep motivated and consistent after achieving a goal?"
"How not to give in on stressful days (nutrition, steps, exercise)"
"Motivation and consistency"
"How do I improve my grip strength? Feel like it's holding me back from lifting heavier weights."
"How to set goals and find your why?"
"Being able to feel satisfied with training and learning not to overtrain"
"Getting back into training after being ill"
In this episode of The Strong AF Podcast, I'll be joined by one of my OG clients, the incredibly inspirational Ros as we dive into how strength training changed her life. 'To the girl who used to hate PE' - this one is for you.
Ros has gone from hating what she saw in the mirror, to running a 3:17 marathon and smashing out pull-ups in the gym.
We'll explore the challenges she faced, her initial motivations, and the epic achievements she's unlocked along the way. Ros's story is one that many women can relate to, and her inspiring insights are sure to resonate with anyone seeking personal growth and empowerment.
We've all heard that 'consistency is key' but WTF does it mean and why is it so important? And why is it so f*cking hard?
In this episode I'm going to talk about the challenges, the mindset and how you can take the first steps to breaking that 'all or nothing' cycle you're stuck in.
I recently had a realisation that has completely changed my attitude towards training, in a positive light too. This may not be the sexiest podcast you ever listen to but this conversation I've had has been f*cking great for my journey and I want to share it with you too.
If you have any sort of goal that requires progression, e.g. getting stronger, building muscle, 'toning up' or just feeling healthier then 'tempo' is something you need to know about. This episode explains WTF it means and why it's so important and HOW you can use it to your advantage.
'I'm not that into fitness' is genuinely something I say often. I love the way it makes me feel both physically and mentally and I miss it when I'm not doing it but I don't want my life to revolve around it.
So this podcast is for those who want to feel stronger, healthier and happier whilst living a life outside of the gym.
If you know someone who may benefit from listening to this, please spread the word and give me a follow @samsays_pt
Most people know what they need to do to achieve their goals but struggle to be consistent with it. I'm going to share how I help my clients build long-lasting habits so they can actually achieve their goals, so you can do it too.
'I'm not that into fitness' is genuinely something I say often. I love the way it makes me feel both physically and mentally and I miss it when I'm not doing it but I don't want my life to revolve around it.
So this podcast is for those who want to feel stronger, healthier and happier whilst living a life outside of the gym.
If you know someone who may benefit from listening to this, please spread the word and give me a follow @samsays_pt
Sam talks with former colleague and friend Pete Crawshaw on the negatives of extreme transformations, nutrition for performance and eating cake as well as answering a few questions from listeners to cut out the confusion caused by the fitness industry.
Sam talks about her journey on training for an Ultra marathon; how it came about, why she said yes in the first place and why saying yes can be one of the best things you can ever do.
Sam talks with strength & conditioning coach and hybrid athlete Dan Reeve who is also her very own coach. If you've been 'winging' your training for a while now or you're struggling to find the motivation to keep going, this episode is for you. This episode talks about the importance of progression with training and what that really means for you and your goals.
Sam talks with endurance athlete and coach Sophie-Grace Holmes who has defied all odds after being diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis when she was born. We talk about the mindset behind training for performance over aesthetics and how this can in turn help you achieve your physique-based goals in a healthy manner.
Lately I’ve taken up a new challenge with Red Bull - Neptune Steps. It’s swimming - which I’m sh*t at. But I’ve learned some bangin’ lessons along the way so if there’s anything you’re struggling with....this is the one 🙌🏻
Why aren’t you losing weight? You eat healthy, you go to the gym? You don’t eat that much? A little explanation on calories, macros, the calorie deficit and a few answers...
How many of you feel you’ve ‘fallen off the wagon’? This podcast goes into why this could be happening and how you can stay ‘on it’.
Does the gym intimidate you? It can be a scary place for some. Sam talks about how to overcome your gym fears, what you can do about it and more...
Sam touches on her personal training career so far including how to set up a business, where it all began, how to market yourself and more...
Sam Says talks about her mental struggles over the last few weeks and how working on her mindset has helped her overcome so many things. Listen to how she overcame an anxiety attack, lack of focus and troubles in all aspects of life and motivation.
It was one year ago to this day that I walked into my first day as a personal trainer. I talk about the lessons learned, the achievements, how it all happened and how reflecting is one of the most important things you can do in life.
Sam talks with the founders of the Feel Good Club (Kiera and Aimee) about mental health, social media, therapy and more...
Today we talk to successful business owner, super humble and totally ‘normal’ client of mine - Nicky on how she manages business, relationships, life and fitness when it gets a little tough.