Matthew Sloper

Carbon Coaching: Confidence Beyond The Mirror

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Welcome to Carbon Coaching: Confidence Beyond the Mirror —the podcast for people who are tired of fad diets, quick fixes, and bullshit fitness advice. Hosted by Matt Sloper, online fitness coach and founder of Carbon Coaching, this show goes beyond surface-level transformation. It’s about the mindset shifts, the uncomfortable truths, and the hard-fought wins that come from choosing yourself day after day. Each episode is a raw, honest conversation blending expert coaching with personal life experience. From sustainable weight loss and building physical strength to reclaiming confidence in your...

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Matthew Sloper

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Health

Podcast website

www.carboncoaching.co.uk

Latest episode

Jun 5, 2026

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Episodes

#323 Condifence DOESN'T Come Fom Weightloss 04.09.2025

Think losing weight will finally make you confident? Think again. In this episode, I break down why confidence isn’t just about the number on the scale, what actually builds self-belief, and how you can start developing unshakable confidence long before you hit your goal weight.

#322 The Biggest Lie You Tell Yourself EXPOSED 01.09.2025

Saying you don’t have time is the biggest lie holding you back from the body, energy, and confidence you want. In this episode, I break down why “no time” isn’t the real problem, the cost of believing it, and the simple strategies to finally take control of your time and your health.

#321 Rest Days & Rest Times 28.08.2025

In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most misunderstood (and most neglected) aspects of your fitness journey: rest .We’ll dive into the science behind rest times between sets, what’s actually happening in your body during that recovery period, and how different training styles (hypertrophy, strength, power) require different approaches to rest.

#320 Pre Workout Meals For Hitting BIG Sessions! 15.08.2025

If you ever feel like your sessions are abit lack luster or that you dont have the energy then this one is for you. To get the most from every workout you need to be fuelling yourself and this episode is an extract from one of our live coaching calls inside our client community !

#319 HYROX World Champions Michael Sandbach & Ida Mathilde - Seminar at The Cult Fitness Society 13.08.2025

Here's my breakdown of the seminar I was was fortunate to attend at The Cult Fitness Society in Rawai yesterday. The talk was led by world HYROX champions Ida Mathilde & Michael Sandbach - and consisted of the biggest deep dive of training, recovery, nutrition, supplementation & mindset. I wanted to give you a condensed version that you can understand and implement into your own training r...

#318 What ACTUALLY Works For Fatloss in 2025 11.08.2025

Forget the fad diets and quick fixes... in this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what works for fat loss in 2025, whether you should lose weight fast or slow (with research to back it up), and the real reasons people keep falling off before they see results.

#317 Protein Myths BUSTED For Toning Up! 07.08.2025

Still not seeing the results you want? Tired of feeling constantly hungry and frustrated that your body isn’t changing, despite eating “healthy”? In this episode, I’m breaking down the truth about protein: why it’s the most important macronutrient for fat loss, toning up, and keeping your hunger in check. We’ll crush the myths, dive into the science, and give you real, actionable steps to fix your...

#316 LIVE FROM THAILAND 06.08.2025

I didn’t move to Thailand for a holiday, I moved because something had to change.  In this episode, I open up about what led to my decision to start a new chapter abroad and how it became a commitment to building a life that actually makes me feel alive again. If you’ve been feeling stuck, drained, or disconnected from your own goals, this one’s for you. It’s not about moving countries,it’s about...

#315 Your Job Is Not Worth Your Health 18.06.2025

You’re crushing it in your career but feel like you’ve lost control of your body. You’ve tried the diets, the gym plans, the “clean eating”but nothing sticks. In this episode, I speak directly to the grafters who’re tired of feeling uncomfortable, low on energy, and frustrated by a lack of results. If you’re ready to ditch the fads, get honest with yourself, and follow a structured plan that actua...

#314 How To Navigate Summer On Your Weight Loss Journey 17.06.2025

Worried summer is going to undo all your fat loss progress? In this episode, I break down exactly how to navigate BBQs, pub gardens, and sunny weekends without stacking on kilos. We dive into alcohol strategy, how to handle social events without guilt, and the mindset shift you need to actually enjoy summer while staying on track. If you want to live your life and still feel confident in your body...

#313 The Scales Aren't Lying But They're Not Telling The Whole Truth 12.06.2025

Still letting the scale dictate your mood, motivation, and whether or not you “deserve” to keep going? In this episode, I break down why relying on scale weight alone is one of the biggest mistakes people make on a fat loss journey. From hormonal shifts to water retention to body recomposition, I’ll show you why the scale doesn’t tell the full story and what you should be tracking instead. If you’...

#312 Just a SNACKcident 10.06.2025

Think you’re barely eating but still not losing weight? In this episode, I break down how untracked snacking and grazing are sabotaging your fat loss. Inspired by a client message that perfectly captures what so many people struggle with, we talk about the real reason your progress has stalled. Im going to teach you how to finally take control by tracking what’s actually going in your mouth. It’s...

#311 They Are Watching.. 05.06.2025

In this episode, I share a powerful message from one of our clients that proves just how much your actions impact those around you...especially kids. Whether you realise it or not, your choices are shaping the people closest to you. If you’ve ever questioned whether your fitness journey matters beyond yourself, this is the reminder you didn’t know you needed.

#310 The BIG Problem With 'Circuit' Style Workouts 03.06.2025

Still doing the same YouTube circuit with the same light dumbbells for every exercise?  In this episode, I break down why that’s holding you back from actually “toning up,” what that phrase really means, and how to get way more out of your workouts by training each muscle group with the intensity it actually needs. If you want to see real change, not just get sweaty...this one’s for you.

#309 The Real Reason You're Not Losing Weight! 02.06.2025

Still wondering why the weight isn’t coming off?  In this episode, I call out the harsh truth: you’re not in a calorie deficit....you’re just not tracking. We dive into the real reason fat loss stalls, the power of having actual data, and why guessing your food intake is like trusting a doctor who skips the tests. If you’re ready to stop lying to yourself and finally take control, this is the wake...

#308 2ND Place In Her First STRONGWOMAN Competition! Meet Melissa 01.06.2025

In this episode, I sit down to share the powerful journey of our client Mel who just placed 2nd in her very first strongwoman competition. But this isn’t just about lifting heavy. This is about the 7 months of inner work Mel committed to: battling self-doubt, rebuilding confidence, and learning to show herself love and compassion along the way. If you’ve ever struggled to believe you’re capable of...

#307 STILL The Most Important Meal Of The Day 30.05.2025

Think skipping meals will help you lose weight faster? Think again. In this episode, I break down why starving yourself during the day leads to crashes, cravings, and overeating and how spreading your meals out can actually make fat loss easier, more sustainable, and way less stressful.

#306 Injured? Here's how to not fall apart mentally! 29.05.2025

Feeling frustrated, stuck, or like there’s no point training while injured? In this episode, I break down the emotional toll injuries can take But more importantly how to stay in control by training around the issue, shifting your focus, and keeping your momentum. This isn’t the end. It’s a pivot.

#305 MUST Do's Training After 30 28.05.2025

Still training like you’re 25 but wondering why your body feels wrecked after every session? In this episode, we break down why your training needs to evolve after 30 and how strength, cardio, and mobility are the keys to feeling strong, lean, and pain-free long-term.

#304 Your Circle Is Everything 27.05.2025

In this episode, I break down why your environment might be the reason you’re not seeing progress—no matter how motivated you feel.  After two months training in Thailand, I saw firsthand how powerful it is to be surrounded by growth-driven people. If your circle isn’t challenging you, it’s probably holding you back. This one’s a reality check.

#303 Food. From Guilt To Growth 19.04.2025

I HAD to share this live training from our private client community. If you feel guilty when eating 'a bad food' or something thats off plan then this is for you. Ever feel like eating one bad food is the end of the world and you're a complete failure for it? lets fix that.

#302 Competition Mindset For Life With Larissa 26.03.2025

Join us to break down what really goes on in the mindset of someone getting ready for their first Hyrox competition! Larissa will be sharing her experience, challenges, frustrations and emotions felt travelling abroad for her first competition!

#301 You Dont Have The Time To Be Happy 11.12.2024

We’re flipping the script on the classic excuse, “I don’t have time.” Learn how to prioritize yourself, audit your schedule, and build habits that fit seamlessly into your busy life. Whether it’s quick workouts, setting boundaries, or ditching the guilt, this episode will show you how to take control of your time and make your health a non-negotiable. If you’re ready to turn “I don’t have time” in...

#300 Minimising The Christmas DAMAGE 10.12.2024

Have you already hit the F**k It Button for december? Have you already decided that you'll start again in January? Well how about we stop that dumb AF idead and maintain or even make some more progress this month? Good. And im going to tell you exactly how in this episode!

#299 Building Your Morning Routine 02.12.2024

Your morning sets the tone for your entire day. I’ll show you how to build a consistent morning routine with small, actionable habits that boost your energy, productivity, and focus. If you’ve ever felt rushed, stressed, or unprepared when you wake up, this episode is your game plan for turning chaos into confidence.

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