Body Smart Podcast

‘How can I lose my belly fat?’ This is easily the question we are asked the most! If you find yourself in the mirror holding your ‘spare tyre’ or frowning at that stubborn pooch that will just not burn off, no matter what you try, you are not alone! And though we all know there's no magic pill, it can be tempting to try the quick fixes you read about on the internet - just in case! That’s why...

Are you gearing up for a vacation and looking for a quick weight loss plan? In this episode, Stacey Jones and Jaymie Moran share expert tips and practical advice on how to lose weight fast - in just six weeks, but with healthy weight loss strategies. They discuss practical diet and fitness tips to manage your calorie intake and incorporate more physical activity into your daily routine to achieve...

Do you ever get frustrated by your lack of motivation or get stuck in procrastination mode? In this eye-opening episode, neuroscientist TJ Power explains how dopamine is the crux of motivation… but!!  Our modern lifestyle has trashed our innate drive to do life’s difficult things. From tackling that laundry pile, to starting your new healthy eating regime, understanding how to hack your dopamine w...

In this episode, we delve into the myths surrounding women’s fitness and weightlifting. Join us as we debunk the common misconception that lifting heavy weights will make women bulky. Annie Murray shares her personal journey, highlighting how incorporating weightlifting into her fitness routine transformed her health and gave her the toned physique she’d chased for years. As well as the aesthetics...

Have you ever noticed that the minute you say to yourself you’re on a diet, you’re starving and want to eat all of the things?! On today’s episode, we explore all the psychological and physiological factors at play when it comes to hunger. We explore exactly how your body and brain regulate your appetite as well as:  😢 The emotional eating triggers you may not have even thought of before 🥦 Why f...

Trainer Annie Murray reveals her fitness routine of foundational exercises that have helped her transform her body over three years. As a fan of full body workouts, Annie shares the essential movements she incorporates into every session, that target every muscle group. Jaymie adds valuable insights on the "Big Six" exercises, explaining how these movements form the backbone of a well-ro...

Body Smart Coach, Anna Skinner, joins Jaymie and Stacey on the podcast today to share her own fitness and weight loss story on today’s episode, including:  🤰 Her 50lb weight gain & fitness struggles during pregnancy and postpartum 💪 How her body has never been the same since and why this is OK!  📸 Body dysmorphia - how it takes time for your brain to catch up with your transformation  👯 Wh...

Head of the British Menopause Society, Dr Paula Briggs joins us to discuss the impact of the narrative around menopause on women’s experiences. Dr Paula cuts the BS on many of the myths around menopause including: the power of self-care, the impact of societal pressures and the truth about HRT. We discuss the impact of our environment, social media and our hectic lifestyles on our experience of li...

Obesity rates have skyrocketed since the 1970s with over 70% of the US population now overweight or obese - but why?  Join Stacey and Jaymie as theydiscuss not only how the obesity epidemic has become a more significant global health issue than hunger, but also what you can do to fight back against the trend. They’ll be delving deep on the complexities of obesity including:  🍔 The impact of proce...

We all know alcohol is high in calories, but how else does alcohol affect your weight? Stacey explains how your body reacts to alcohol intake in terms of water retention, inflammation, cortisol levels and more. All of these factors can have a significant impact on the number you see on the scales, so Stacey and Jaymie discuss how managning the amount you drink can help with weight management and m...

If you’ve dabbled with fitness for a while but you’re struggling to see the results you’re after, you’ll definitely resonate with Annie’s journey… After a lifetime of always trying to be ‘as-skinny-as-possible’, Annie made the shift to weight training at 50 and she’s never looked back! At 53 she’s rocking the best physique of her life, has more energy and better general health. So she joined us to...

So often, it takes getting to rock bottom to drive us to turn things around. Mindset expert Maya Raichoora joins us today, to discuss how to get motivated to make a change before we reach that point. We discussed the role of finding purpose to help drive change; but it can feel challenging figuring out what your purpose is, or what ‘living a meaningful life’ means to you. Listen in for 5 helpful q...

If you’re working on your “summer body” right now, you are most definitely not alone: apparently, ⅔ of women go on a diet before they go on a vacation.  And let’s be real a lot of the time, that diet is pretty lastminute.com 😆 So on today’s episode, we tackled the tough questions that might be swirling around your head like: 🤔 Why am I even feeling the pressure to be ‘Bikini Ready’? 📉 How much...

If you have the best intentions for a morning routine but pressing snooze keeps holding you back, listen in to hear Stacey and Jaymie share their personal tips and experiences for bounding out of bed and starting your day right! They cover sleep cycle optimization, wearable tech and the impact of your bedtime routine on your ability to get up when that alarm goes off… everything you ned for a morn...

If you've ever wondered if your weight loss struggles or health challenges are to do with your hormones, listen in to today's episode as we are joined by Dr. Paula Briggs, a consultant in sexual reproductive health.  With decades of experience working in women’s health, Dr. Briggs helped us clear up some of the misconceptions about: 🙃 Menopause and HRT 💗 PCOS and weight struggles  🫄 F...

Find out when and just how much your weight can fluctuate each month thanks to changes in estrogen and progesterone throughout your menstrual cycle. Stacey and Jaymie explain why hormonal weight fluctuations occur and what to expect. Plus they discuss how water retention, bloating, cravings and food choices can all be affected by your changing hormones each month. Understanding the patterns of you...

Do you really need to get up at 5 am, jump in an ice bath and meditate every morning to get the most out of your days?  Join Jaymie and Stacey as they discuss…. 🧑‍🔬 The science behind some of these trending habits 😬 What to do if you’re not a morning person!! ⏰ What actually makes a good morning routine 🌜 Why the best morning routines start the night before 🧑‍⚕️ What to do if you work shifts...

Elise-Rose Stanier joins Jaymie and Stacey to share her inspiring fitness journey: overcoming gym-anxiety, strict diets and binge eating to lose an incredible 87lb (39kg) and go from a size 18 to a size 8. Elise explains how she shifted to realistic goal setting and a more sustainable approach to weight loss. She shares real life examples of the small tweaks and healthy lifestyle changes she made,...

Award-winning nutritionist and high-performance coach, Ben Coomber joins Jaymie and Stacey this week to #CutTheBS on supplements and share his thoughts on “How to Live an Awesome Life” (incidentally this is the name of his book) 😉 We can all agree there is a LOT of BS out there when it comes to supplements… but as a respected evidence-based nutritionist and CEO of Awesome Supplements; Ben is some...

Are oats bad for you? The answer from Jaymie and Stacey is a resounding no… listen in to find out why, as they #CutTheBS on oat myths around blood sugar, insulin, nutrient absorption and more. Learn why your blood sugar spikes after a bowl of oats and whether you should be worried about this. Stacey explains how traditional cooking methods can minimise the effects of anti-nutrients in oats, like p...

Have you ever wondered if there is anything behind the bold claims made about visualisation?  Or maybe you’ve never even heard of “mental rehearsal” as a legit, science-backed technique (rather than something you subconsciously do when you’re worried about something 😜)  Today’s guest, Maya Raichoora, is one of the UK’s leading experts in visualisation and is here to #CutTheBS for you and explain:...

Do you need to cut down on fruit to lose weight? If you’re confused about what ‘healthy eating’ even looks like these days, join Jaymie and Stacey as they debunk the sugar myths and misconceptions around fruit. Jaymie and Stacey explain the different types of sugars and how your body uses them - comparing the natural sugars in bananas, to table sugar or high fructose corn syrup, to help you unders...

If you have a history of struggling with your weight, the scales can be laden with emotion. One little number can change the course of your whole day.  Well, Jaymie and Stacey are here to help you stop the crazy power the scale seems to have over you! As well as exploring why our goal weight feels like it means so much, they explain: 🩸Just how much your weight can vary throughout your menstrual c...

If you struggle to get the recommended 7-9hrs of sleep, this is a must listen - Stacey and Jaymie explore the science behind sleep and find out why when it comes to sleep, we adults are not so different to overgrown toddlers! Discover the links between sleep, health and obesity; and why healthy sleep habits are so vital when it comes to managing your mood, improving productivity and even finding m...

Heart disease is the biggest killer in the world, responsible for one death every 34 seconds in the USA. But did you know, you can reduce your risk of heart disease by up to 44% with simple healthy lifestyle changes?  This week, Stacey and Jaymie are joined by cardiovascular expert and researcher, Calum Gore; to explain the risks and more importantly, lay out what YOU can do to reduce the chance o...