Body Smart Podcast

🧠 Want to know how to protect your brain health? This week's episode could change your life! When Stacey and Jaymie sat down with cardiovascular expert and researcher Calum Gore, they uncovered some shocking statistics: 😲 One in three people will die with some form of dementia  💔 It is now the leading cause of death for women over 65 in the UK  ⚡️ Nearly 7 million Americans are living wit...

Discover how aligning your goals with your personal core values can unlock a deeper sense of fulfillment and clarity in your life. In this episode, Stacey Jones and Jaymie Moran break down the steps to uncovering your "why," embracing inverted thinking to clarify your goals, and navigating life with purpose. Learn why values evolve over time and how to connect with what truly makes you t...

Make 2025 the year you finally achieve weight loss with our FREE fail-safe goal-setting guide.  🎯80% of adults set New Year resolutions. And the most common one? Lose weight and get healthier!  But only 9% of people see it through. And, almost 25% give up before the first week ends😔 If you're thinking "It's about willpower!" It's not. HOW you set your goal is the most ov...

Want to finally stick to your resolutions? Stacey and Jaymie break down why 45% of people fail to achieve their goals and share actionable strategies to help you succeed. Discover how focusing on one key priority—like fitness—can serve as a catalyst for positive changes in mental health and lifestyle. Plus, learn how to align your goals with your daily commitments, set realistic timelines, and avo...

🎉Listen to a carefully curated round-up of Jaymie and Stacey's best podcast moments of 2024.  It's been such a brilliant year for the Body Smart Podcast! 🎙️ We recorded our 100th episode 🎉  🙌 Invited 25 guests, including 3 Body Smart graduates to share their stories 💬  📈 Hit an amazing milestone of 600,000+ listens! 🎧🔥 🙏 A big thanks to all of you for the incredible support in 20...

Struggling to balance fitness goals and festive indulgence? This episode covers everything you need to know to stay on track during the holidays without missing out on the fun. From setting realistic intentions to managing calorie intake and staying active, our hosts share practical advice backed by years of coaching experience. Discover tips for fitting in early workouts, leveraging time off for...

👶Of the 57% of women who have at least one child, there’s two things they’d probably all agree on - every pregnancy is different, and, it changes your body FOREVER! 🫄You might already know both Stacey and Jaymie’s wife Steph are pregnant and due within days of each other in January, which is wild!  🔥They’ve both navigated it like pros, and while it’s great they’ve had each other, they’ve also h...

In this episode, we uncover how to enjoy the holidays without the dreaded weight gain! From surprising calorie counts in Christmas treats like mince pies and Doritos to practical tips for mindful eating, we share actionable strategies that really work. Backed by science and sprinkled with fun, this episode is your ultimate guide to navigating holiday feasts while staying healthy. Learn how small c...

😱 It’s scarily easy to consume 25,000 extra calories in December! That’s potentially 7lbs of fat!  🧑‍🎄 Before you think ‘oh bah humbug’, we’re not trying to be Christmas scrooges, we just think it’s possible to enjoy the holidays without the ‘inevitable’ weight gain.  In this week’s episode of the Body Smart podcast, Jaymie and Stacey are talking about how to set yourself up for success, while...

Struggling to meet your protein goals? Whether you're a meat-eater, vegetarian, or vegan, this episode is packed with practical tips to hit 100g+ protein daily—without relying on ultra-processed snacks or pricey products. Learn how small food swaps, like choosing seeded bread or adding tempeh, can make a big difference. Stacey shares her journey of hitting protein goals while living dairy-fre...

🫣 Realizing just how much weight you want to lose can make getting started feel too daunting.  It’s easy for us at Body Smart to say you CAN do it, and even go as far as telling you exactly how! But often, you need to hear it from the horse’s mouth. 🐴👊 That’s why we put together this special episode of the Body Smart Podcast. It’s the very best actionable tips from all our incredible guests who...

Feeling stuck or unmotivated? Learn simple yet powerful strategies to kickstart your day with intention. From winning the 'first battle' of the morning to lowering the barrier for workouts, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you turn small actions into big momentum. Plus, discover why planning the night before can eliminate decision fatigue and set you up for success. A...

💊You’re probably used to being sold ‘magical’ pills or stupidly expensive shakes that promise you’ll lose weight faster WHILE looking and feeling better than ever.  But what if we were to tell you we really DO have something that will do all that?! And lots more besides, including cutting health risks.  And what’s more, we’ll let you have it for the very reasonable price of…drum roll please… list...

In this episode, Specialist Menopausal Nutritionist Emma Bardwell and Body Smart Coach Stacey Jones dive into realistic, science-backed strategies for sustainable eating, specifically for women navigating menopause and weight loss challenges. They discuss the benefits of adopting a Mediterranean-style diet to improve energy, mood, and health—without demanding hours in the kitchen. From quick, bala...

With menopause symptoms, PCOS and hypothyroidism, Laura had given up hope of ever losing weight. Even her doctor shrugged and told her ‘that’s life!’. 😔 Refusing to accept a hopeless future, and in desperate search of a solution, Laura trawled the internet until ‘a cute bloke from Liverpool’ (her words!!) 😆🙈popped up and she was intrigued by what he had to say!  😉That bloke was Jaymie, and Lau...

Are you overwhelmed by the idea of calorie counting and balancing your macros? In this episode, we simplify the essentials, focusing on what really matters for busy women aiming to lose weight. Learn why protein is key, how to use basic calorie awareness without obsessing over details, and why you don’t need a perfect macro split to see results. Get straightforward advice to help you cut through d...

⚡Ignoring protein is slowing your fat loss and stopping you from feeling amazing!  🪐Unless you’ve been living on the moon lately, you’ve probably heard that on top of everything else, you need to worry about how much protein you’re eating!  Until recently, most people thought protein is just a concern for body-builders! Now suddenly, protein-jacked products are all over the supermarkets and ever...

Join us as Malin shares her inspiring journey to health and self-confidence, tackling sustainable weight loss through small but impactful changes. From tracking calories and protein to meal prepping and making time for rest, Malin’s approach is realistic, relatable, and effective for busy women over 30. If you're struggling to prioritize your health, lose weight, or overcome fad diets, Malin’...

You could be at major risk of diabetes and not even know it!  🇺🇲  In the US alone, 37 million are living with diabetes and a further 90 million are thought to be pre-diabetic.  But, the most shocking thing of all is, 80% of those people aren’t aware of their risk!  Or, that they have a window of opportunity to avoid it - but they’re on a clock! ⏱️ For this week’s episode of the Body Smart Podcast,...

In this powerful episode, Body Smart Graduate Malin shares her journey of shedding 75 pounds and the unexpected rewards of building strength and setting personal goals. Starting her fitness journey in her 40s, she went from struggling with simple push-ups to mastering pull-ups, squats, and long runs. But the biggest transformations weren't on the scale—they were in her mindset, confidence, an...

The average woman spends 17 years of her life dieting… with up to 60 rides on the diet rollercoaster 🎢 If you never know which of the latest diet fads will actually work - Keto, vegan, fasting or even Weight Watchers - this week’s episode of the Body Smart Podcast is for you!  Jaymie and Stacey deep dive into the top five trending weight loss diets so that you need NEVER waste another minute of y...

Discover the surprising relationship between BMI, exercise, and overall health. In this episode, we dive deep into research that challenges the conventional wisdom about weight and health. Can an active lifestyle offset the risks associated with a high BMI? We explore groundbreaking studies, including insights from hunter-gatherer tribes, that reveal why exercise might be more critical than weight...

Why is it you can get sh*t done in every other area of life… but when it comes to getting fit, motivation goes missing?   If you berate yourself for being lazy or having no willpower, when you miss another workout or reach past the fruit bowl for the cookies, you might find this week’s podcast episode pretty useful 😉 💪Jaymie and Stacey were joined by Body Smart Coach Gav, a true motivation maste...

In this episode, we dive into the sensitive yet critical topic of how body size impacts longevity. Explore the scientific links between weight, BMI, and life expectancy, and learn why maintaining a healthy body weight is more than just a fitness goal—it's essential for living a long, healthy life. We discuss the challenges faced by taller and heavier individuals, the role of BMI, and why weig...

Want to GUARANTEE weight loss? Go here: https://www.bodysmartfitness.com/podcastapply/   With so much weight loss advice swarming the internet, sorting through the BS is never easy!  And that’s why, in celebration of 100 episodes of the Body Smart Podcast, we’ve created something special for you!   🔥 The 12 Ultimate Steps to Weight Loss is a special episode which brings together the very best adv...