Look Good, Feel Great: Recent Episodes
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Keeping a perspective is important and how you stagger your week can make a huge difference. Details in this weeks episode
Badger and Tara have never had so many questions on this topic. Get in touch with us by emailing from the blog or at www.tarahammett.com
Tara has this weeks advice on why it could be that if you're exercise is getting too easy this could be a bad thing plus, The question we all want the answer to be 'Yes' to 'Can I save up calories through the week to use on a cheat day'?
After having a baby it's important to get a little 'Me time'. Tara has the training tips you need if you're looking to get fit, the one exercise that's most important is the pelvic floor exercise. Also Carl is asking what kind of exercise he can do as he's suffered a lot of pain with his knees.
Social media dictates that anyone who's into fitness is winning in a big way. Unfortunately the art of generating clicks and likes on social means that you may find yourself comparing you to just about everyone else. 'The only person you can compare yourself to is you' says Tara. Plus are confusing 'Core' with belly fat? Details in the Podcast. Don't forget to like and share the love (of our podcast)
Are you willing to give up food for 2 days a week to lose weight? It can work, There are some things to consider. Tara will highlight how this can work but should you do it? Also we look at the shortage in gym equipment.
Tara has a basic plan to help us. We've been spending more time in front of the telly, in front of the fridge and less time walking about let's face it. We have a plan of how you can get started (and it's not by watching Tiger King).
Have a listen to Tara's plan here
Tara has some tips on how to avoid the pitfalls of the kitchen during lockdown. The difference between a snack and a treat. Plus the walk up a mountain day. Tara has devised the climb up Mount Snowdon from home. details are in the podcast of how you can do it. Raise money for a charity and even get the legs bums and tums a little stronger.
Getting involved in a group exercise while complying with Social Distancing can be so beneficial right now. Ryan Jones raised over £30,000 for the NHS while cycling and running. Geraint Thomas raised over £300,000 while cycling for 12 hours a day for 3 days. Tara has climbed Pen Y Fan this morning (up and down her stairs) with her Life Transformers. There's a good reason for the Government telling us to take that hour a day of exercise and you should do it ... with a little help from your friends ... and here's why.
The Government guidelines say we can take one period of exercise per day outside. Tara explains what is permissible. Good practice and if you can't go out some rather useful tips if Joe Wicks is all a bit much for you. Of course, we would always urge you to follow the latest government advice at www.gov.uk Our Podcasts have changed to a series of HOTPOD-Casts. Bite-size bits of info that's quick and easy to download that won't stretch your server space. Please share the story, and Stay Safe.
The temptation may well be to sit and lounge with a glass of wine in one hand and a bar of choc in the other. When we come out of this wouldn't it be amazing to be fitter, stronger and mentally ready to cope? Tara gives us some tips on what to do next. Plus with so many sports events being cancelled there's plenty of apps to help you train with others. If you've missed Tara on the show this week we also have some featured reads for you in Badgers Blog at https://79-57a9f57111b2b.radiocms.com/on-air/blogs/badger/post/looking-for-some-reading-while-you-have-some-time/
Keeping the mind sharp, avoiding too much exposure to news, healthy eating and is ANYONE GETTING ANY SLEEP? Apologies for the sound quality, Stay safe x
Some questions answered this week include how to juggle lifestyle, fitting in the fitness. What equipment do I need? Do I need an OYO?
Paula is an instructor at Shapes Skewen and has taken to Gym instruction from entering body building competitions to taking over the classes at the gym. Have a listen to how we get from taking that essential first step into the gym to get a smile back on my face. Don't forget if you have any questions for Badge and Tara then feel free to get in touch. If you'd like to be featured on the show then drop us an email badger@thewave.co.uk or at tarahammett.com
Tara gives tips on how to battle the ongoing serial diet syndrome and we get asked how to speed up your metabolism. Is that even possible?
It's all about the 5 P's and choosing the right over all exercise. Also Tara's back on the Telly! Details here , Have a listen.
Plus how to go gluten free - Be safe . As always we welcome your feedback and questions at 79-57a9f57111b2b.radiocms.com
Tara has a question from a lady looking to go Vegan but there's some major things to consider before jumping into a way of life not just the latest diet fad. Also Tara helps those considering putting everything into an early morning start and has some great book suggestions on what to read for a feel better lifestyle
Staying hydrated, the pain of recovery and how to exercise if you're expecting are all covered in this weeks podcast
We're getting back to it for 2020. Lots of celebs are filling our Insta feed with products Tara says are unregulated and not going to help you achieve your goal for 2020. There's some really great tips on keeping clean and having a positive outlook for 2020. have a listen
Kimberley tells her story of how to lose weight and her top tips for surviving Christmas day
Emma from Morriston, was a size 22 and decided to shed the pounds and make some new mates along the way. After 7 years, 5 weeks ago she was in a hospital following the removal of all the excess skin that goes with that kind of weight loss. In this festive special we find out how did it start, how do you go about removing the excess skin and most importantly how on Earth did she lose all that weight?
Happy time for some and a chance to get your self together with friends. Avoid the festive specials, 'Never meet your Idol' and never taste your dreamy desert. Are they right?
Tara talks about the hidden calories that will shock you! How to enjoy the festive season without looking or feeling like a party pooper. The calories you crunch, beating the norovirus. Calories you glug. Why you shouldn't double dip people.
Tara has some sneaky tips of how to keep the cravings at bay and why Tara feels all eyes are on her at the buffet.
The difference between Fibre, Carbs and Protein explained plus Alyson wants to know why she keeps failing at 'Dieting'
Can we survive the party season and still be happy and manage the flabby, Why the fried breakfast is a bad idea. Hydration, hydration, hydration! Some winter warmer recipes for all (By the way Badger missed 2 ingredients from the Lamb Casserole - 1 teaspoon of Mixed herbs and 3 teaspoons of Thyme. Enjoy! your body deserves it!
Tara explains how to beat the feeling of hunger and also when you should give in. To eat, drink and let's face it sometimes we just get hungry out of habit - yes we said that - out of habit. Here's what to do next - OOh and Badger has done the sums and we just broke the 60,000 download barrier! Thank you. Please like, share, Subscribe and tell your mates all about us.
Tara explains how we can make a difference and get back into the swing of feeling great and getting fit.
It's been a tough 6 months but following the death of Badgers Mum, getting the mojo back was the most difficult thing he's ever had to do. He's here to tell you how the climb back to some sort of normality was not easy and isn't complete but we're getting there. Depression is horrendous and triggered by grief can be even more difficult to combat - what has this got to do with you? Well have a listen and see the similarities between all of us and how a time out/check up - whatever you call it - will make a massive difference.
Over the last week or so we've met many people who have had their lives changed by the thoughts and action points of one University Professor who has studied shame and vulnerability. In this weeks episode we'll give you some advice that will change the way you look at life for ever. No half measures, No quick fix but a route to your journey of happiness from here on in. A must listen
Sometimes the all over body work out can be beneficial but one question Tara often gets asked if how to reduce the size of specific body parts. Have a listen to this weeks episode.
Tara has a recipe of what to drink instead of Gin. Plus your weekly dose of keep on soldiering on - YOU ARE AMAZING
Shift workers are constantly in a state of Jet Lag and motivating yourself to get up and work out can feel like an impossible task. Tara explains how to get past this
Many find it difficult to carry on the good intentions of the early part of the week into anything past Wednesday. You're not alone. Tara will explain how to do get more out of your good intentions
Tara has a routine but not everyone does. Download this weeks podcast for a few tips and advantages . Episode 151 has some great info but don't forget the massive back catalogue of info available here. Plus you can checkout more info by following Tara at Tarahammett.com. Follow Tara on Insta @tarahammett or Badger @Badgersupdate
This weeks questions from you
1) This may seem like a silly question and I probably already know the answer, but should I focus more on weight or inches? Samantha
2) Hi, thank you for doing this show. I’ve listened to you both for a long time and just listened but I really need to do something and I think I’m ready. The only thing is I really don’t know where to start? What should I do first? Thanks, Sadie.
There's also the time limit on exercise and how as a busy mum Tara organises time for everyone (Super mum theme required)
Make an informed choice on how to lose weight, Vegan Keto or Paleo - there's so many to choose from.
You can get more energy by day if you follow Taras tips plus we talk Supplements and if you need them what should you be topping up on?
If you're snacking during the day (and sometimes that's not a bad thing) then what should you be snacking on? Plus Tara has some advice to those who are 5 weeks into the fitness regime and are starting to get aches and pains
Badger gets asked should you eat the same breakfast every day? Tara has the answers in this weeks 5 minute podcast
Tara explains the positives and negatives about a home gym experience - Badger just talks about the negatives (mostly) plus how your mindset is the first exercise we should all be doing every day.
Let's do this people, let's make this year the New You Year. Tara's got some tips on how
Replace rice and love your gut this Christmas. Plus if you are turning the page on January the first then there's a great chance to get a plan in place with 12 minute workouts that really work. Who's not got 12 minutes a day?
When the party is in full swing it can be very easy to overlook that at some point there's someone who really needs your help, Tara and Badger explain how lending a helping hand can be the right choice if you're in danger of feeling low this Christmas. https://www.samaritans.org/ is the place to go for one to one help 24/7. They pledge to be there for you. HAve a listen to this weeks podcast so you can identify the signs of what to look out for
Should you begin to think about starting to lose weight in the month with the biggest temptation.
Supermarket ready meals - are they ok to eat? What about losing tummy fat? HELP Christmas is coming. Tara answers your questions with Badger pretending to know what she's talking about ....
Don't get caught out in the cold. Tara has some great recipe ideas for a cold winters night for you.
In celebration of Beaujolais day we show you how to help with a hangover and how to have fun without binge eating the carbs. Plus the myths of peanut butter explained
Tara explains how you can feel like a million dollars as you get to the Christmas Party season. Got a question for us? get to tarahammett.com
Tara explains the reason why she chose to go organic (ish) Plus how to beat the fussy eating from stopping you eating a healthy diet
Tara is an experienced mum and fitness coach so we posed the question many pregnant women ask plus we have the calorie counting debate to discuss.
Kimberley has lost over 4 stone in 11 weeks, Sion is her mentor and they both explain how this has happened. Tara explains that this kind of weight loss comes with a few conditions. Plus we talk about how to survive and thrive in healthy living. Tara explains that 'Yes Easter is coming and you shouldn't beat yourself or make life miserable for the family that surround and support you'. You can even try Bacon on Hot Cross Buns !
Sue has been an essential part of getting South Wales eating better to get fitter. She has her own Facebook Page with lots of hints and tips on how to get the family into the kitchen together. Cooking healthy alternatives to processed food that will get you cooking and eating together.
Tara explains what you can do to chow down during the day and how to prep for it. PLUS Some big news as Tara will next week be writing her own BLOG for Badger and Claire
It's not always a good idea to hit the fruit bowl when you're craving something to snack on. There are great tasting alternatives
Tara spends some time explaining how to rid of the beast plus what happens at the kids fitness days at Parklands Primary
Tara explains how the daily dose of daddy day care for Badger can mean a chance to explore the beaches and eat healthy food while having quality time with the kids
Tara is recruiting mums for 'Taransformums' a new group and she has some news ... she's predicting she will be putting on weight this summer. Find out why...
Tara gives us some hints on how to train in the heat and is it a good idea to go an get a Pokémon?
Eat yourself Cleverer! (That's not a word is it? - I need to eat a better diet to beat 'Brain Fog'
Claire has literally launched a grenade into her lifestyle plan and Tara approves. Badger is buying some later and so will you
The hard work has paid off for Gemma Morris our Diet Triber. Find out how much she's lost (and Gained)
There's a bad dawg in the Gluten free isle of your supermarket. Tara explains how to survive and detect if youre gluten intolerent
It's simple right? Easter is coming but how do we manage a family get together and endless offers of chocolate. Tara explains the best thing to do is eat and enjoy with 1 simple rule. We're also looking to get into your work place or school and help fight the flab
Diet tribers, they need goals. We all do . Imagine if you woke up every day with no agenda. Relaxing at first but after a while very boring.
Should you work through illness in the attempt to beat the bug and get super fit again? No and Tara will explain why
Why failing to prepare can be a serious problem - even for Tara and Badger explains his shock at supposedly 'Healthy' protein
Tara explains how you can make one important appointment for tomorrow that could change your life forever. Our Diet Tribers have had their weigh hay in and there's a lot of smiling faces, see how they get the results they do.
Tara shows us how to cope with the 'Feeders' - Those who wont let you say no to their naughty treats.
Tara is here to launch Diet Tribe 2016, she gives us details on the new superfoods for this week and tells you how to talk more and lose weight
What do you do when the office fills up with Christmas goodies? How do you handle those Christmas party calories the day of and day after? Bake yourself some healthy goodies!
Tara has been in the kitchen and she's challenged us to pop it on our tongues and swallow. !!!
She also has tips on how to stay motivated on those dark and cold nights.
Tara has advice on how to cope with Sausage and Egg Sarnies and the enticement of takeaways in the house.
Tara explains about how getting the stress out of your system can really make a difference.
The National lottery have placed a £5million donation to help our kids feel better about themselves, cope with modern life and stress in a whole new way. It's called Mind fullness Tara explains how this can help us in our every day life, plus there's questions answered on snacking / food on the go.
Tara Hammett fitness and lifestyle guru tells us how to take part but not go crazy when it comes to a little treat.
So you train hard but you can't stop aching and feeling awful? What's wrong? Tara explains what is going RIGHT!
It's not easy, in the work place, at home - those sweet and savoury treats are everywhere - so how do you cope?
We can help you with Claire and Tara having a frank conversation about the failing of spending 5 hours in a gym
Don't panic is the first thing, you can achieve that weight loss and even lose weight on hols.
Tara explains what to pop in, what to keep out and how often you should be smoothie making
Coffee is promoted as a great way to inspire energy to exercise but can it help weight loss? Tara and the team also want to know your story if you've given up Sugar for ever?
The question of whether tech can work to help you lose weight has been on the agenda for a while. Tara debates the positives and negatives. Also can a shake really replace meals for weight loss?
Getting rid of 2 - 3 stone is most peoples target weight loss. Tara explains the system.
Tara says it's ok to indulge (just a little bit) It's Christmas. As long as you follow these very simple rules
How to prepare for Christmas and Tara admits she going to chow down on something naughty this Christmas
Forming a good regime and not comparing yourself to others is key to lifestyle change says Tara
So we have letters from shift workers this week. How to beat the binging after a long hard day
Tara talks about how to get the recipe ideas working for the cold winter nights and also how to make sure you don't fail at the weekend.
Tara talks about how to get the recipe ideas working for the cold winter nights and also how to make sure you don't fail at the weekend.
Lose weight just by drinking water plus? There's a chance to kick start your winter diet
Getting set for the Great Christmas fun run at Sketty Hall, SIngleton Park. Ditch the sugar and learn how to appraise your vibes as well as your weight
Katie Hopkins says 'It's fat peoples fault I've had to prove they are weak', see what Tara says to that.
Tara helps Badge and Emma answer the question of getting rid of tummy fat and ditching the demon daily loaf.