The Body Chronicles: Recent Episodes
Stacy Gossayn
In this Podcast we talk about the fact that a healthy image is not a body image. This podcast covers everything health related, from the mind to the body and even covers emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Join us for an inspiring episode as we dive deep into the captivating journey of Layla Walton, the visionary CEO and Founder of Wildcat and Body By Wild. In this episode, we uncover the remarkable story of a passionate entrepreneur who has carved her own path to success in the world of fitness and wellness.
Layla's journey began with a bold vision and a relentless determination to redefine the fitness industry. Through Wildcat, she created a unique fitness brand that's not just about building muscles but nurturing the inner strength and confidence of every individual. Body By Wild, another brainchild of Layla, takes fitness to a whole new level with its innovative approach and holistic wellness philosophy.
In this conversation, we'll explore Layla's early inspirations, the challenges she faced as a female entrepreneur in a traditionally male-dominated industry, and the pivotal moments that led to her breakthroughs. You'll discover the secrets behind her success, the principles that drive her relentless pursuit of excellence, and the impact she's making on the lives of countless individuals seeking a healthier, more empowered lifestyle.
When it comes to working out quality is more important than quantity. Beginners should expect to devote time to learning proper form. Even the more experienced can benefit from some occasional form feedback. Perfecting form will boost performance, conserve energy and reduce injuries over time.
In this episode we chat about form in terms of beginners, and pro's.
Link for my current coach: https://www.instagram.com/3six5_fit/
https://www.instagram.com/shane_3six5/
How many times do insecurities show up in our relationships, but yet we don't recognise them or even do anything about them.
In todays episode you will learn how to pin point an insecurity and how to overcome it. Think about something in your life that you are unhappy with, and then think about how many times you have said or done something to somebody else that has what you want. That is an insecurity, and the only person who it is stealing from is you.
Unrealistic expectations of your body can lead to a negative mindset but mostly to you not living your life to the fullest.
In this episode I talk about embracing your body at different stages of your life and allowing your body to change but with that allowing your mindset to change to.
Todays episode is all about a perspective shift, I touch on my body changes and I get real, raw and vulnerable.
In this weeks episode, I am just brining us all the way back. Introducing and re-introducing The Body Chronicles. I chat about what I have been through the last couple of months, from Miss South Africa, to being on a reality TV show and everything that comes with that.
Sometimes I think that if it wasn't for caffeine, the nine-to-five hustle would probably be impossible to get through.
For many people, their morning coffee (or matcha) is the one thing making the hours pass more easily, fuelling them with a natural boost of energy that also tastes delicious.But have you ever wondered if one caffeine source is actually better for your body than the other?
I have and in todays episode we chat all things caffeine.
Do you struggle to switch off at night, and to fall asleep?
Here are some reasons why: You might be was over stimulated
or you might have exercised to late.
Whatever it is, let me help you. Here are a few ways in which you can maximise a great nights rest.
Feeling down? Ever thought that it could be linked to your nutrition? Well it is.
In todays podcast I give you 9 foods you can include in your daily meals to feel better, not only mentally but physically to. I can promise you will start to feel a significant difference but just incorporating these small changes.
Oats are among the healthiest grains on earth. They are a natural superfood because they are 100% whole grain with minimal processing, and contain vitamins, minerals and fibre.
Oats are unique in that they are one of the richest sources of beta-glucan, a soluble fibre that can help lower cholesterol reabsorption.
Everyone on the planet has the right to the nutrition necessary to live life to his or her full potential. Since our founding in 1998, Rise Against Hunger has grown exponentially — and the ways in which we seek to end hunger continue to evolve. From the implementation of sustainable community development projects to our meal packaging program that harnesses the passion of local volunteers, we strive to make a global impact on hunger by building resilience, self-sufficiency and empowerment among the communities we work in and with.
Get involved in our meal packaging events in Gauteng and come and make your mark.
https://rahafrica.org
Ever wondered where does fat disappear to when you lose it?
In this episode we talk about how fat is metabolised in the body, the uses of fat, and where do we tend to lose fat first.
Your body is about 70% water, and drinking enough of it is super important for optimal health.
While everyone knows how important it is to stay hydrated, doing so can be difficult at times.
So in this podcast I will give you practical ways to stay hydrated, and to drink more water.
Most of the things you do now is because you saw your parents doing these exact things.
In this episode we unpack old perspectives and distorted lenses, to recondition our minds to be better and do better, but first we need to unpack their origin.
Do you feel as if you have an unhealthy relationship with food? In todays podcast we explore some unhealthy habits that might contribute to this.
Having a good relationship with food involves having full and utter permission to eat the foods that make you feel good physically and mentally. No foods are off-limits, and you feel no guilt upon eating foods that are typically labeled “good” or “bad.”
Having a good relationship with food does not come easy, but understanding where your unhealthy relationship comes from can form the foundation for a healthy relationship with food.
Food security is the state of having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food.
Nutrition Security is having access to not only just food to satisfy hunger but access to nutritious food.
In this Podcast we discuss the difference between food and nutrition security and why this is important for us as South Africans.
We often rule out nutrition when it comes to depression and mental health but its a pivotal factor we need to consider.
Sometimes, when people depressed, they eat to help them cope or to make them feel better. Unfortunately, the foods people turn to have the opposite effect. Eating 'bad' foods when you’re depressed can actually make you feel a-lot worse. Some of the worst culprits are foods that contain large amounts of the following:
- saturated fat
- refined sugars
- heavily processed ingredients
- caffeine
Sticking to a healthy diet and making sure that you exercise regularly can help you manage your depression symptoms. It may even make them go away entirely.
Fresh fruits and vegetables are some of the healthiest foods you can eat. They’re full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, all of which can improve health.
In todays episode we debunk which is more nutritious fresh fruits and vegetables or Frozen Fruits and vegetables.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects a woman’s hormone levels.
Many women have PCOS but don’t know it. In one study, up to 70 percent of women with PCOS hadn’t been diagnosed.PCOS affects a woman’s ovaries, the reproductive organs that produce estrogen and progesterone — hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle.
In this episode Anelda opens up about her struggle with PCOS and shares some of the tips and tricks she has done to help her make it more manageable.
Here are some of the links:
Anelda's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aneldaphillips/
Some of the amazing women she follows
Sarah Day - https://www.instagram.com/sarahs_day/
https://www.instagram.com/pcos.weightloss/
A lot of men fall prey to the false idea that they should be “tough enough” to fix all their problems on their own. They worry that by showing vulnerability, even in the case of physical illness, they may lose their authority with others.
As a result, they may believe they can fix this problem quickly and move on to the next — and they may be in denial that there is a problem at all. To treat this problem, we must get the message across that it’s OK to ask for help, whether for yourself, your loved ones, or anyone you think may need it.
And for those who have overcome mental health obstacles in their own lives, don’t be afraid to share your own stories. Sometimes reducing stigma means being willing to talk about the times we’ve needed to ask for help ourselves.
In today's episode we tackle mental health. Mental health refers to your emotional and psychological well-being.
I encourage every person to listen to this episode whether or not you struggle with mental health, this Podcast can hopefully help save someones life.
Mental health is such a common thing in our society today and the more we can talk about it the more we can be there for each other and be in unity with one another. None of us were called to be alone, Gen 2:18 The LORD God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.”
Let us help each other fight this battle together.
In todays episode we discuss an imperative hormone know as Cortisol.
Cortisol is a stress hormone the adrenal glands release. It helps your body deal with stressful situations, as your brain triggers its release through the sympathetic nervous system — the “fight or flight” system — in response to many different kinds of stress
Over time, this can lead to an array of health issues such as weight gain, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, insomnia or difficulty sleeping, mood irregularities, and low energy levels.
Progesterone is a female sex hormone. Its produced mainly in the ovaries following ovulation each month. Its a crucial part of the menstrual cycle and maintenance of pregnancy.
Progesterone helps to regulate your cycle. But its main job is to get your uterus ready for pregnancy.
After ovulation, progesterone helps thicken the lining of the uterus in preparation for the fertilized egg. When the fertilized egg runs out, progesterone levels drop and menstruation begins. Once the fertilized egg is implanted in the uterine wall, progesterone helps maintain the lining of the uterus throughout pregnancy.
Progesterone is required for breast development and breastfeeding. It complements some of the effects of another female hormone, estrogen. It also acts with testosterone, a precursor of adrenal hormones. Men produce small amounts of progesterone to help sperm development.
There are different types of estrogen:
Estrone
This type of estrogen is present in the body after menopause. Weaker form of oestrogen
Estradiol
Both males and females produce estradiol, and it is the most common type of estrogen in females during their reproductive years.
Too much estradiol may result in acne, loss of sex drive, osteoporosis, and depression.
Estriol
Levels of estriol rise during pregnancy, as it helps the uterus grow and prepares the body for delivery. Estriol levels peak just before birth.
Understanding your hormones is an integral part of life, it does not just affect your body, but also hormones help regulate your body's processes, like hunger, blood pressure, and sexual desire.
We will be starting a series on hormones where we talk about all the different hormones and explain what each one does and how to get the most out of your hormones for you to live your life at optimal level. We will be covering some of the most important hormones in this series and I will be releasing a podcast twice a week for the next few weeks of this series.
Testosterone is a hormone that is produced primarily in the testicles for men and the ovaries and adrenal glands for women. This hormone is essential to the development of male growth and masculine characteristics. For women, testosterone comes in much smaller amounts. Testosterone production increases about 30 times more during adolescence and early adulthood. After early adulthood, it’s natural for levels to drop slightly each year.
Testosterone plays a key role in your:
- muscle mass and bones
- facial and pubic hair
- body’s development of deeper voices
- sex drive
- mood and quality of life
- verbal memory and thinking ability
Exercise, in general, starts with a mindset and a goal, In this episode not only are we going to delve into why you hate exercising but where the mindset came from and how to build a healthy relationship with exercise.
- Exercise does not always mean going to the gym
- Enjoy it
- Fit it into your schedule
- Get a friend or partner to do it with you, do something you both love
- Get some fresh air and take it outside
- Try and be more active daily
- Make other goals
- Exercise for nobody else except yourself, your goals and your successes
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A lot of people think that we should exercise for only one reason and that’s to lose weight or to burn off the food that we’ve just eaten but science has other ideas.
So in today’s episode I’m going to give you 9 reasons why you should start exercising other than weight loss.
- Exercise makes you happier
- Exercise improves Muscle and bone health
- Increases energy levels
- Reduces risk of chronic diseases
- Brain and memory booster
- Exercises can help with skin health
- It can help you relax and sleep better
- Reduces pain
- Improves sex drive
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We are taught from a very young age to go for the most comfortable option. How many times do we postpone conversations, uncomfortable situations and even daily habits because they are uncomfortable.
In todays episode we will talk about how to make these uncomfortable situations, comfortable and I will give you 7 steps on how to conquer these situations.
Step 1: Just start.
Step 2: When the going gets tough don’t give up, don’t stop.
Step 3: Be surrounded by like minded people.
Step 4: Challenging yourself to do at least one uncomfortable thing.
Step 5: Rinse and repeat, it’s ok to fail.
Step 6: Be aware of the little victories,
Step 7: Prepare to be uncomfortable
If you enjoyed this weeks episode, leave a review and a rating and I can't wait to chat to you all next week.
In this episode I discuss my testimony and my why. I chat about the journey I have been on from appetite suppressants to bullying to passing out on the field. I explain what I went through and how it affected me mentally, emotionally and physically. I touch on the banting diet, intermittent fasting, the miliary diet and so the list goes on. This episode gives you a sneak peak into my life, where ive come from and how I achieved what I have.
This is where it all started, in this episode I talk about my inspiration to starting my podcast, my why and I explain what my podast will be about. I also give you a little background story into who Stacy is and what has led me to this point.