JJH Fitness

The gym can absolutely make you more confident… but can it also give you a whole new set of insecurities? 👀 In this episode, we’re chatting about moving goalposts, comparison, how we measure progress, and why constantly looking at what you still want to change can make you completely forget how far you’ve already come. Because you can want more AND be proud of where you are now. Sometimes you jus...

Tracking your calories, macros, workouts, weight, steps… do we really need to track everything? 😂 In this episode, we’re chatting about what’s actually worth tracking, why tracking your workouts can make a HUGE difference to your progress, and why calories and macros don’t necessarily need to be tracked forever Plus, when being a little stricter can help, and when it’s probably time to let it go...

I walked all the way to the gym… and then turned around and went home😂 Sometimes making progress isn’t about constantly doing more or pushing harder In this episode, we’re chatting about sleep, recovery, knowing when to push through vs when to pull back, and why doing less can sometimes be the smartest thing for your progress! Because working harder isn’t always the answer. Sometimes you need to...

It’s September, which apparently means we all need a new workout plan, diet and approximately 47 new habits😂 But maybe you don’t need to learn anything new… In this episode, we’re talking about information vs implementation, why knowing more doesn’t always get you better results, and why your September reset might simply be about finally doing the things you already know work. Less researching. L...

Summer has been summer… holidays, weekends away, drinks, weddings, festivals, and probably a little less routine than usual! So maybe you DO need a September reset. In this episode, we’re talking about what a useful reset actually looks like, why doing MORE probably isn’t the answer, and how to get some structure back without suddenly overhauling your entire life! There are still four months left...

Ever finished a workout and wondered… ‘Was that actually enough?’ In today’s episode, we’re talking about the difference between training harder and training effectively, why doing more doesn’t automatically mean more progress, and how to tell whether your training is actually working! Because more isn’t the goal Progress is! Interested in 1-1 online fitness coaching with me? Apply ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

More cardio means more fat loss. Being sore means you had a good workout. Rest days are lazy. You need to eat ‘clean’ to see results... We’ve all picked up some questionable fitness advice over the years, and I’ve definitely believed my fair share of it too. In this episode, I’m breaking down 9 of the biggest fitness myths I still hear, where some of these ideas came from, and what you should actu...

I wish I was a morning person like you... It's something people say to me all the time. The funny thing is... I'm really not. I don't wake up excited to hear my alarm. I don't bounce out of bed full of energy, and before 9am I'm probably one of the grumpiest people you'll meet. So why do I still get up early? In this episode, I share why I stopped trying to become the ‘perf...

If you had £500 to kickstart your fitness journey... what would you spend it on? An apple watch? The latest supplements? A new gym wardrobe? Here's the problem... Most people invest in everything except the one thing that actually gets results . In this episode, I'm breaking down one of the biggest mistakes I see gay men make before they even step foot in the gym, why social media makes fi...

‘I’m fine all day... but every evening I end up in the kitchen’ If that sounds familiar, you're definitely not alone It's one of the most common things people tell me, and almost everyone assumes it comes down to one thing... a lack of willpower. But what if that's not actually the problem? In this episode, we're unpacking why evening cravings happen, why your body probably isn&#39...

This week, I'm answering the questions you actually wanted answered! From building muscle and losing fat, to motivation, Hyrox, supplements, plateaus, and the biggest mistakes I see gay men making in the gym... Nothing is off limits! Plus, I share the biggest lesson I've learned from coaching over 100 gay men, and the advice I'd give anyone starting their fitness journey today If you&#...

Ten years ago, I genuinely believed that if I could just change my body, everything else would fall into place I'd be more confident I'd stop comparing myself to other people I'd finally feel comfortable in my own skin Looking back now, I've realised something surprising... The biggest transformation wasn't physical, it was mental. In this episode, I reflect on the biggest less...

Every week, social media tells us there's a new ‘perfect’ workout split. Push Pull Legs Upper Lower Full Body But what if the problem isn't the programme... What if it's trying to follow somebody else's? In this episode, I explain why copying your favourite fitness creator rarely gets you the results you’re after… Interested in 1-1 online fitness coaching with me? Apply ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Over the last few years, I've loved doing Hyrox races!  I've raced, trained, coached and genuinely enjoyed the challenge BUT recently I've had to ask myself a difficult question… Am I doing this because it's right for me, or because everyone else is doing it? In this episode, I talk about fitness trends, injuries, knowing when to push yourself, and knowing when it's time to take a step back! Inter...

This week, I'm joined by fellow coach Julia Kobryn for a chat about something that affects all of us more than we'd like to admit… embarrassment From avoiding new gym equipment to holding ourselves back from opportunities, relationships, careers, and experiences, fear of looking silly has a way of quietly running the show We share some of our own embarrassing gym moments, talk about why pe...

Macros can feel overwhelming One minute you're trying to hit your protein target, the next you're staring at MyFitnessPal wondering how you've somehow managed to be over on fats, under on carbs and still hungry  In this episode, I break down how I actually teach clients to manage their macros without overthinking every meal and my top tip to stop your cravings! The goal isn't to be...

Summer is around the corner, which means social media is full of ‘summer shred’ advice, crash diets and people telling you to spend every waking hour in the gym! In this episode, I'm sharing a more realistic approach to getting summer ready, one that helps you feel confident, enjoy your life, and still make progress without burning yourself out! Interested in 1-1 online fitness coaching with m...

As Pride Month rolls around, I've been reflecting on something that's shaped a lot of my own journey… Representation! Not in the corporate rainbow logo sense. The kind that helps people feel like they belong! In this episode, I talk about why visibility still matters, how seeing somebody else live authentically can change what feels possible for us, and why Pride is about so much more than...

For a long time, I genuinely thought constantly being busy meant I was ambitious Work more Train harder Always be productive And if I slowed down. I felt guilty. In this episode, I talk about burnout, hustle culture, and why so many of us have become so used to functioning in survival mode that exhaustion starts to feel normal! Because burnout isn’t a badge of honour. And you shouldn’t have to com...

Walking into a packed gym can feel like a lot! Every machine’s taken, people are everywhere, and suddenly the session you felt confident about feels stressful before you’ve even started. In this episode, I talk about how to navigate busy gym environments without letting them completely derail your confidence or your workout! Because busy gyms will never be fun… but they also don’t have to complete...

When most people hear ‘progressive overload’, they think one thing… Lift heavier. But that’s only a small part of the picture In this episode, I break down what progressive overload actually is, why it matters for both muscle growth and endurance training, and the biggest mistakes people make when trying to apply it! May intake for 1-1 online coaching is now OPEN! ⁠Click here⁠ to register your int...

Feel like you’ve got no willpower when it comes to food? Constantly craving something sweet at night… even when you’ve been ‘good’ during the day? In this episode, I break down what cravings actually are, why they happen, and why they’re usually not a discipline problem at all We talk about under eating, restriction, habits, and how your body responds when it’s not being fuelled properly! PLUS wha...

April didn’t go to plan? You’re not alone! In this episode, I break down why you keep starting strong and falling off, and exactly what to do differently in May to finally stay consistent and see progress! Interested in 1-1 online fitness coaching with me? Apply ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here.

Feel like you’re doing everything right… but still not seeing results? In this episode, I talk about why consistency on its own isn’t always enough, and how being consistent with the wrong approach can actually keep you stuck! We get into the common trap of why doing more isn’t always the answer, and how direction matters just as much as effort! Progress doesn’t come from just showing up… It comes...

Ever walked into the gym and instantly started comparing yourself to everyone around you? Who’s bigger. Leaner. Stronger. More confident. In this episode, I talk about why comparison can feel so intense in gym environments, especially for gay men, and how it can quietly impact your confidence, progress, and mindset! But more importantly, we flip the perspective. Because comparison doesn’t have to...