Lift the Load: Motherhood, Fitness & Finding Balance Again

Are short workouts really enough to build muscle? In this episode I break down the science behind short workouts and strength training for busy mums. You’ll learn why 30–40 minute full-body workouts can be more effective than spending hours in the gym. I cover how weekly training volume, muscle growth, and workout design all fit together – without needing to train constantly. By focusing on full-b...

Calories matter. Protein matters. But they’re not the reason you keep failing fat loss. In this weeks podcast, I’ll talk about the one thing that actually determines whether you lose weight and keep it off long term Because fat loss isn’t about being perfect it’s about what you can repeat on your worst weeks. Come and say “hi” on Instagram @claire.coachingkings I’d love to hear your thoughts on th...

In this episode, I talk about the real barriers that stop many mums from exercising and why it’s usually not a motivation problem. From time pressures and childcare to exhaustion, confidence, and simply not knowing where to start, motherhood brings very real challenges when it comes to prioritising your own health. We look at why exercise can feel overwhelming after having children, the mental loa...

In this episode, I share how I’ve changed the way I plan my days as a mum and business owner so I can switch off without guilt. We talk non-negotiables, realistic expectations, and how to fit exercise into real life without it becoming another thing to fail at. Come and say “hi” on Instagram @claire.coachingkings I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! If you’re ready to stop running on em...

January is loud. Fresh starts. New routines. Big goals. Perfect plans. And for a lot of mums… it already feels like you’re behind. In this episode of Lift the Load , I’m returning to the idea that resonated more than any other: Messy but moving . Because real life doesn’t pause for motivation. We talk about why January feels so overwhelming for mums, how “fresh start” culture actually works agains...

Christmas doesn’t need another food rule and it definitely doesn’t need more mum guilt. In this episode, I’m sharing the Hell Yes Principle I teach my clients to help them make empowered, confident food choices over Christmas, without restriction, binge-and-repent cycles, or the exhausting mental load of “being good.” We talk about: How all-or-nothing thinking ruins both enjoyment and confidence T...

Wondering whether your symptoms could be perimenopause?  In this episode, I cover the most common early sign which I myself experienced, including sleep disruption, anxiety spikes, mood swings,  brain fog, and that feeling of being ‘off’ without knowing why. I also talk through my experience seeking answers, what I learned about HRT (and why modern body-identical HRT is different from the pill), a...

You know that diet that promised fast results but left you tired, hungry, and wondering if you’d ever feel normal again? Yeah… we’re talking about that. In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Alice from @StrongMumSquad, and we’re shooting the sh*t on aggressive dieting including, what it looks like, why it’s so common, and why it’s definitely not the fix you think it is. We chat about:  The...

I’m thankful for the endless laundry, the car seat tantrums, and the 47 tabs open in my brain… said no mum ever. We’re told that gratitude fixes everything but what if that’s not the whole story? What if sometimes, it’s actually adding to the overwhelm? In this episode, I dig into what real gratitude looks like for busy mums, not the fluffy, fake kind that makes you feel guilty for wanting more. W...

f you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly doing everything; school runs, snacks, work, washing, and still feeling like you’re not doing enough.  Then this episode is for you. We’re diving into the myth that “busy” equals “better” and what it really means to do less without falling apart. Inspired by Kate Northrup’s book Do Less , I’m breaking down practical ways for mums to simplify life, reduce m...

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’ll start when things calm down,” this one’s for you. Because here’s the truth: life doesn’t calm down. And waiting for the perfect time just keeps you stuck. In this first episode of Lift the Load , I dive into why imperfect action is the secret weapon for mums who feel like they’re spinning plates, dropping some, and wondering if they’ll ever really have it togeth...

Hi, I’m Claire-mum, coach, and general messy human just trying to keep the plates spinning without dropping the child or the wine glass. This little trailer is basically my “I finally did the thing” moment.  For ages I’ve wanted to start a podcast, but I got stuck in perfection mode the “I need the right mic, the fancy art, the perfect setup.” Then I remembered… imperfect action is what I coach, s...