Jessica Cooke

I’m Done! Now What?

Health EN ↓ 336 episodes

Are you DONE feeling stuck, overwhelmed, unhealthy, going around in circles—but not sure where to start? Whether it’s with stress, people-pleasing, overeating, alcohol, or unhealthy habits, you know it’s time for change——but figuring out how to take the next step toward taking back control feels overwhelming. This podcast is for women over 40 who’ve reached that pivotal moment of saying, “I’m done.” Each week, I’ll share stories, practical tips, and real conversations to inspire you and guide you toward a calmer, more balanced life that aligns with what you truly want. Maybe you’re feeling tra...

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Author

Jessica Cooke

Category

Health

Podcast website

inspirefitness.podbean.com

Latest episode

Oct 27, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 237: How to Build Strength and Confidence in Just 30 Minutes a Day 24.10.2024

In this episode, I share how you can transform your body and mindset with just 30 minutes of focused effort a day! Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I’ll show you how to build strength and confidence that will carry over into every part of your life. 💥 3 Reasons to Tune In: Simple, Actionable Plan: Learn how to easily fit a strength-building routine into your day without overwhelm. Con...

Episode 236: Ditch the Diet Mentality: How to Focus on Your Health Without Obsession 22.10.2024

In this episode, I dive deep into why diets fail and how you can finally let go of that diet mentality. I’ll show you how to build a healthier, more balanced life without obsessing over food and weight! 💪🏻💛 3 Reasons to Tune In: Find Freedom from restrictive diets and learn how to focus on health instead of weight. Practical Tips on how to nourish your body without guilt or obsession. Mindset S...

Episode 235: Don't Make This Big Mistake in Your Fitness & Health Journey 17.10.2024

Are you going around in circles, struggling to get consistent? 🔄😓 I know exactly why you feel that way—because this was me for so many years. If you want to stop going around in circles, you need to stop doing this one thing... 🚫 In today’s short little episode, I’m sharing with you exactly what that is! 🎙️ Click play and let’s dive in!

Episode 234: Help! I’m Afraid I’ll Never Get Fit After 50—What Should I Focus On? 15.10.2024

Are you afraid it's too late for you? 😟➡️💪 I want you to know one thing... it’s never too late to change. 🌟 You want to get fit and healthy? 🏃‍♀️🍎 Only fear is holding you back. I know how you can remove that fear, and I know how you can start your fitness and health journey in the right direction. 🚀 In today’s episode, I’m helping Margaret overcome her fear of failure and giving her practic...

Episode 233: Help, I'm Exhausted from Pleasing Everyone and Afraid to Be Myself – How Do I Break Free? 10.10.2024

Welcome back to the Jessica Cooke Podcast!  In today's episode, I dive into a topic that resonates with so many of us: people-pleasing and the toll it takes on our well-being. Inspired by an email from Karen, a listener struggling with always putting others first, I explore how people-pleasing often stems from deeper issues like fear of rejection and lack of self-worth. Together, we discuss practi...

Episode 232: Help! I Can't Seem to Stay Consistent with Healthy Eating – How Do I Break My Bad Habits? 08.10.2024

It’s a struggle so many of us face—how do we stay consistent with healthy eating, especially when life gets stressful? Meet Nancy! She’s 47 and, like many of us, she’s finding it difficult to make healthy eating a consistent habit. Nancy does really well when things are calm—she eats balanced meals, avoids junk, and feels great. But then, when stress hits or life gets too busy, she finds herself s...

Episode 231: Help! How Can I Start a Fitness Routine if I Hate Exercise? 03.10.2024

I’m so excited to share today’s episode because I know it’s something a lot of us face—how do you get into fitness if you’ve never liked exercise? Meet Evelyn! She’s 62, and she’s spent most of her life avoiding workouts because they just don’t feel enjoyable. She hates the gym, running feels overwhelming, and finding motivation has been an uphill battle. Can you relate? In this episode, I’m helpi...

Episode 230: Help! I'm Stuck in an All-or-Nothing Fitness Mindset – How Do I Break Free? 01.10.2024

I’m so excited to share today’s episode because it’s something so many of us can relate to—feeling stuck in an all-or-nothing fitness mindset. Meet Joan! She’s 45 and has been struggling with a common challenge: she’s either fully committed to her workouts and healthy eating, or she falls off the wagon entirely when life gets stressful. Sound familiar? In this episode, I’ll be guiding Joan (and yo...

Episode 229: Help, I’m Feeling Really Anxious—How Do I Calm Down? 26.09.2024

Are you feeling overwhelmed, constantly on edge, and like anxiety is taking over your life? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m talking about how anxiety can make us feel stuck, and today, we’re diving into Emma’s story.   Emma, at 50, has always managed stress well, but recently, her anxiety has become unmanageable. It’s affecting her sleep, mood, and daily life. She’s heard that exercise can...

Episode 228: Help! I’m Stuck in the Dieting Cycle 24.09.2024

In this episode, we’re addressing Rachel’s struggle with the relentless cycle of dieting. At 43, Rachel has tried every diet from keto to intermittent fasting, only to find herself stuck in a loop of weight loss and gain, leaving her feeling like a failure. As a busy mum of two teenagers, balancing work and home life, Rachel feels overwhelmed by the constant pressure to follow restrictive diets an...

Episode 227: Help! My Body Image Is Still Holding Me Back 19.09.2024

In this episode, I’m helping Siobhán with a personal struggle that many of us can relate to: body image.  Siobhán has worked hard for years on accepting herself and has made impressive progress in her fitness journey.  Despite this, she continues to feel disappointed with her appearance in photographs and mirrors, struggling with frequent body-checking and self-doubt. I’ll be guiding Siobhán throu...

Episode 226: Fear and exhaustion are getting in the way of me becoming fit and healthy. 17.09.2024

Do you often feel exhaustion gets in the way of you becoming fit and healthy?  Do you feel this holds you back from making any progress and finding a healthy routine? Karen is 48 and feeling the challenges of menopause, balancing a busy job, raising an autistic teenager, and managing a thyroid issue. Though she wants to stay active and healthy, exhaustion and fear hold her back from starting.  Joi...

Episode 225: I can’t get out of bed in the morning. 12.09.2024

Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to get out of bed in the morning?  You’re not alone!  Meet Claire, a 43-year-old full-time worker and mum of two, who’s facing the same challenges. Her mornings are chaotic and she’s caught in a cycle of stress, poor self-care, and feeling stuck. In today’s episode, I dive into Claire’s story and explore practical steps to help her—and others like her—reclaim the...

Episode 224: Help! I have a real fear of failure. I've tried before but it never lasts. 10.09.2024

Do you find it tough to pick yourself back up after a setback or when a challenge comes your way? Do you often feel like you’re failing at something and just want to quit? Michelle, a 41-year-old married Mum of two (her daughter is 10 and her son is 6), is scared to start her fitness and health journey because of intense feelings of failure from past experiences.  She knows she needs to shift her...

Episode 223: I'm finding it hard to find the time to fit in my workouts! 05.09.2024

In today’s episode, I’m talking about the challenge of finding time to work out—something that kept me from reaching my goals for years. It's also a topic our Thriver Community has requested I cover on the podcast. Do you have trouble making time for exercise? If so, this episode is for you!

Episode 222: Help, I Can’t Stop Eating Junk Food In The Evening 03.09.2024

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with you about late-night eating, something that held me back for years and a problem our Thriver Community has asked me to discuss on the podcast today. Do you struggle with late-night eating? If yes, this one is for you!

Episode 221: You Will Keep Failing Unless You Master THIS! 29.08.2024

I’m so excited about today’s episode because we’re tackling something HUGE—something that could be the missing piece in your fitness journey.   We’ve all been there, trying our best to stay on track, but somehow, we keep slipping up. What if I told you there’s one key thing you need to master to stop this cycle? That’s right—one thing that can make or break your success, and it’s probably not what...

Episode 220: How to Get Back on Track After Falling Off Your Fitness Routine 27.08.2024

Falling off track with your fitness routine can be frustrating, but it's never too late to get back on track. In today’s episode, "How to Get Back on Track After Falling Off Your Fitness Routine," I’m sharing Effective Strategies for Rebuilding Momentum:  How to Set Realistic and Achievable Goals: The Power of Self-Compassion and Accountability Whether you’re getting back on track after a short br...

Episode 219: The Most Simple and Easy Way to Get Fit Over 40—No Gym Required 22.08.2024

🎙️ New Podcast Episode! 🎙️ 🏋️‍♀️ The Easiest Way to Get Fit Over 40 – No Gym Required!🏋️‍♀️ Struggling to stay fit? In Episode 219 of the Jessica Cooke Podcast, I’m sharing my top tips for getting fit after 40 without ever stepping foot in a gym! 🌟 In this episode, you’ll discover:  ✅ How to get fit at home  ✅ Smart ways to mix strength and cardio  ✅ How to fit fitness into your busy schedule...

Episode 218: 6 Weight Loss Don’ts 20.08.2024

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in the endless loop of dieting, calorie counting, and worrying about what the scales say? Let’s change that! In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reasons why these approaches aren’t working—and what you should be focusing on instead. ✨ Here’s what you’ll discover: 🚫 Why dieting and calorie counting are keeping you trapped, and how to finally break free....

Episode 217: Avoid These 8 Mistakes That Can Sabotage Your Fitness and Health Goals 15.08.2024

Why did you end up back at square one? You were so motivated at the start—what happened? Why are you here again?  Does this sound familiar? Sometimes, what we think is holding us back isn’t what’s really holding us back.  When we become aware of what’s truly going on, we can move forward and make real progress. In today’s episode, I’m sharing with you 8 common mistakes that can sabotage your fitne...

Episode 216: Freedom From Stress: 10 Tips You Can Use Right Away 13.08.2024

What would it mean for you to not be so stressed out? Stress is a thief. It robs you of your life. It steals your chance at fun, peace, laughter, and happiness. It stops you from enjoying the people you love and makes you unhealthy. It keeps you shackled to your unhealthy habits and makes embedding healthy habits almost impossible. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my top 10 tips for finding freedom...

Episode 215: How to Break Bad Habits - Try it and You'll See The Results 08.08.2024

Do you feel like you're going around in circles all the time, ending back up at square one? If that sounds like you, I want you to consider taking a step back and doing this one thing. If you do, I promise it'll set you on the right path.  Click play and let's dive in!

Episode 214: How To OVERCOME Fear & Anxiety By Doing THIS! 06.08.2024

Do you feel anxious often? I used to be so anxious that I would have panic attacks.  That feeling of not being able to breathe is horrible. I let anxiety and fear take over for a long time. I let them dictate how I felt and I let them make my decisions and I allowed them to control the actions I would take. How would you feel if I told you that you can break free from being controlled by anxiety a...

Episode 213: Breaking the Cycle: My Journey from Dieting, Overeating and Binge Eating to Healthy Eating. 01.08.2024

What's your relationship like with food?  Do you binge eat on weekends?  Do you sit on the couch after a long day and eat something sweet while secretly wishing you weren’t?  Do you have big portion sizes at dinner and wish you didn’t?  I used to be a serial dieter.  I used to binge eat, restrict my food, count calories, weigh my food, and obsess about the next new recipe, thinking meal prep would...

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