In Shape Radio

Most people don't have a fat loss problem, they have a maintenance problem. The modern world makes maintaining a healthy body composition challenging. In this two part series, I explain the main reasons why people struggle and how to fix it. Part 1 covers lifestyle, mindset and habit reasons why people struggle to maintain weight loss. Part 2 covers some physiological adaptations we should co...

Many years ago before I started in the health and fitness industry, I hired a PT to help me get in shape.  The nutrition advice given completely ruined my relationship with food. I went down a path that involved heavy restriction and cheat days, and it was a tough thing to break away from. In this episode, I share insights into my story and how I now use flexible dieting in the right way when losi...

What is optimal health? How can be determine if we are healthy or not? Is it even a thing? Here I provide you with an evidence based overview on my thoughts of health. 

I love analogies when it comes to coaching and explaining concepts relating to exercise, nutrition, mindset and pretty much anything. When mentoring personal trainers in a previous job, this is how I would teach. When coaching clients, it's how I explain topics in digestible ways. And here are some of my favourites. OTHER STUFF Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/inshapewithryan/

I have wasted lots of money on supplements over the years of being into fitness. Now that I'm an experienced evidence based nutritionist, I can thankfully save myself some hard earned cash and only use supplements that have real benefit. I'm here to help you do the same. As always, direct any further questions to my Instagram page: @inshapewithryan o Or to my email: ryan@inshapenutrition...

When the scale stops moving, it can be frustrating. It's probably the things I explain most frequently when coaching clients. Here's some guidance on how to troubleshoot your weight loss to see if you've actually stopped losing fat.

In this episode I explain how to measure your progress when you're on a body transformation or weight loss journey.  Using the scale for a weekly weigh in is probably doing more harm than good, and by the end of this episode, you will be equipped with the tools to measure your progress in healthier and more insightful ways. 

In this episode I explain why compromising is better than sacrificing when it comes to making changes in life. I give you some examples in the context of my career, coaching and when it comes to getting in shape.  If you have any questions or want to inquire about my online coaching programs and services, drop me a message on Instagram @inshapewithryan or email ryan@inshapenutrition.co.uk

A short summary episode to bring together the most important points from the two muscle building episodes to ensure you can take the information and get better results in the gym! If you have any questions or want to inquire about my online coaching programs and services, drop me a message on Instagram @inshapewithryan or email ryan@inshapenutrition.co.uk

In this episode, I introduce you to some of the key concepts to learn and understand about weight training that will ensure you aren't left feeling frustrated with no results. These are the foundations of what I teach in coaching and help people with 0-3 years of training experience speed up their progress and get in shape.  Any questions, drop me a message on Instagram @inshapewithryan or em...

In this episode, I introduce you to some of the key concepts to learn and understand about weight training that will ensure you aren't left feeling frustrated with no results. These are the foundations of what I teach in coaching and help people with 0-2 years of training experience speed up their progress and get in shape.  Any questions, drop me a message on Instagram @inshapewithryan

In today's busy world, we are often over stimulated. This has impacts on our physiology and can impact decision making, food choices, sleep and mood. Here I explain some of the theory and practical tips for getting a better balance with your nervous system to make better decisions with your body and health. 

Weight loss and weight loss maintenance are two different things. Unfortunately, many of the common avenues people take only cater for weight loss but do not support weight loss maintenance. In this episode I explain why and deliver some practical advice to consider as an alternative.

Is losing weight fast as bad as we once thought? Is it inevitable that you will regain weight lost? In this episode I uncover the evidence and dive into things to consider before embarking on rapid fat loss journey.

Either mistakes I've made or things I've shifted my mind on through experience and education - here are 10 things to consider to get in better shape in 2024.

In this episode, I discuss ten things that will help you get in better shape if you plan to prioritise your body and health and start a fitness journey 2024. Try not to stress about implementing all 10 if you're currently doing none. Start with three and build up.  If you'd like a copy of my flexible nutiriton guide and 14 day progress tracker, where I take you through everything you nee...

In this episode, I cover 13 key components to mapping out your goals for 2024. It's often not enough to say you want to achieve something. Mapping out how you'll get there and digging into some of the more emotion provoking aspects of your goals is incredibly powerful for goal achievement. 

In this episode, I explain the difference between hunger and cravings and provide some practical tips on how to manage them! This is important for anyone trying to improve their nutrition, but especially for those of you with fat loss goals. 

In this episode, I discuss a mindset skill I use with clients to help them make better decisions in the short term for goals they want to achieve in the long term. Grab a pen and paper, because as promised, it contains practical and useful points that you can use with yourself!

In this episode, I take you on a journey through my life to share insights into some of the key events that lead me to my current position in the health and fitness industry.  Please keep in mind that this is unfiltered, and I share stories about some of my darkest moments and how they helped shape who I am today. From getting arrested as a teenager, right through to the highs of publishing resear...