Megan Banahan Fitness Podcast

In this episode, Megan Banahan discusses how to minimize barriers to achieving fitness goals, especially during busy times like the holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of adapting fitness routines to fit individual lifestyles, understanding friction points that hinder workouts, and managing nutrition and energy levels. The conversation also covers the significance of mindset and motivati...

In this episode of the Megan Bannahan Fitness podcast, Megan discusses how to set realistic fitness goals for the upcoming year without falling into the common traps of restrictive dieting and burnout. She emphasizes the importance of accountability, sustainable habits, and the need to focus on gradual progress rather than extreme measures. Megan also introduces her January Kickstart Challenge, de...

In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness Podcast, Megan discusses the ongoing debate of cardio versus weights for fat loss. She breaks down common misconceptions, emphasizes the importance of a caloric deficit, and explores the pros and cons of both cardio and weightlifting. Megan provides actionable steps for listeners to implement in their fitness journeys, highlighting the need for balance...

In this episode of the Megan Bannahan Fitness Podcast, Megan discusses the common struggles people face in their weight loss journeys, emphasizing that many individuals are doing everything right but still not seeing results. She highlights the importance of understanding caloric deficits, the impact of under eating during the week, and the significance of food quality over mere calorie counting....

In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness podcast, host Megan Banahan interviews her client Tanya, who shares her transformative journey through the Balance Method program. Tanya discusses her initial apprehensions about gym training, the misconceptions she had about weight lifting, and how consistent training has positively impacted her energy levels and sleep quality. They delve into the impo...

In this episode of the Megan Bannahan Fitness Podcast, Megan discusses how to reset after a big weekend of indulgence. She emphasizes the importance of ditching guilt, staying hydrated, refueling with nutritious meals, moving your body without punishment, returning to routine quickly, and reflecting on what triggered the off-track behavior. The key takeaway is that one weekend of indulgence does n...

In this episode of the Megan Bannahan Fitness Podcast, Megan shares her personal experiences with training and injury leading up to the Dublin Marathon, reflecting on the importance of balance and mindset in fitness. She discusses strategies for maintaining health and fitness during the busy festive season, emphasizing the need for realistic goals and the dangers of an all-or-nothing mindset. Mega...

In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness Podcast, Megan Banahan interviews Anne-Marie Brady, a skin specialist and fitness enthusiast. They discuss the challenges of balancing fitness with a busy lifestyle, the importance of accountability in fitness journeys, and practical strategies for maintaining consistency. Anne-Marie shares her experiences with nutrition, the impact of diet on skin heal...

In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness Podcast, nutritionist Claire Toomey discusses the importance of gut health and its impact on overall well-being. She shares her journey into nutrition, the significance of understanding good health, and the signs of gut health issues. Claire emphasizes the role of fiber, prebiotics, and probiotics in maintaining gut health, as well as the effects of str...

In this episode, Megan Banahan discusses the significance of daily movement and its impact on health and fitness. She emphasizes the importance of NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) and how it can contribute significantly to calorie burn compared to structured workouts. Additionally, she addresses the common issue of low energy, outlining how nutrition, sleep quality, and hidden energy dra...

In this episode of the Megan Bannahan Fitness Podcast, Megan discusses two crucial topics: the art of meal timing and the impact of exercise intensity on weight loss. She emphasizes that meal timing doesn't need to be perfect but should create a flexible structure that fits into one's lifestyle. Megan explains how consistent meal times can help regulate hunger hormones and prevent overeati...

In this episode of the Megan Bannahan Fitness Podcast, Megan discusses two key topics: how to bounce back from an off day without spiraling and understanding hunger cues. She shares her personal experience of running a marathon and emphasizes the importance of mental resilience in fitness journeys. Megan provides a step-by-step plan for recovering from off days, highlighting the significance of mi...

In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness podcast, Barry Mullin shares his extensive experience in running, discussing his journey from a novice marathon runner to a seasoned athlete. He opens up about overcoming injuries, particularly a stress fracture, and how it has shaped his training approach. Barry emphasizes the importance of balancing enthusiasm with caution in training, especially when...

In this episode, Megan Banahan discusses two key strategies for successful fat loss: the importance of front-loading protein in breakfast and overcoming the perfectionist trap in dieting. She emphasizes how starting the day with protein can stabilize blood sugar levels and reduce cravings, while also addressing the common pitfalls of striving for perfection in fitness journeys. By focusing on cons...

In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness podcast, Noel McDonagh shares his transformative journey into running, which began as a way to cope with profound grief after losing his parents. He discusses the challenges he faced, including mental health struggles and a lack of confidence, and how running helped him build a supportive community. Noel emphasizes the importance of routine, self-care,...

Summary In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness Podcast, Megan discusses two crucial topics for those on a fat loss journey: scale fluctuations and exercise mindset. She emphasizes the importance of understanding what the scale measures, the reasons behind daily weight changes, and how to approach weighing oneself without emotional attachment. Additionally, Megan addresses the mindset around...

In this episode of the Megan Bannahan Fitness podcast, host Megan Bannahan speaks with Connor Shaw, an online coach and owner of the Iron Barn gym in Westmead. Connor shares his journey from being a primary school teacher to becoming a fitness coach, discussing the challenges and rewards of opening his own gym. He offers valuable advice for beginners in fitness, emphasizing the importance of susta...

This is a bonus episode sponsored by my FREE guide - Why you keep falling off track at the weekend & 5 strategic ways to stop! I breakdown 5 key points in this episode that could massively change your overall weekend approach and routine whilst still being able to enjoy yourself! Especially at this time of year it can be very difficult to keep things in a routine format if you are a busy paren...

In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness podcast I was joined by Cian Charlton, who is owner of 35 Vintage and Fade Street Kits! Cian LOVES running, he has competed in many races to date achieving incredible times and he gives us a really nice insight inside his journey into running! He shares some great advise for aspiring runners looking to improve or for people who simply want to give it a...

In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness Podcast I'm joined by the wonderful, Dr. Aisling Farrell. We discuss various aspects of fitness, health, and well-being. The conversation covers the challenges of starting a fitness journey, the importance of setting SMART goals, and the distinction between fueling for performance versus aesthetics. Dr. Farrell emphasizes the signs of under-fueling,...

In this solo episode, I share practical tips on how to stay on track with your fitness and nutrition goals during the chaotic summer months. I emphasize that it's perfectly okay if your routine isn't perfect and encourage you to think about what a summer version of success looks like, such as shorter workouts and simpler meals. I also suggest planning your week like you do for your kids&#3...

In this episode of the podcast, I discuss my recent experiences with guests, marathon training journey, and the importance of community in running. I emphasize the significance of setting goals and overcoming the fear of returning to fitness routines. I share insights on building a local running group and the positive effects of having a structured goal on overall productivity and lifestyle. Chapt...

In this episode I was delighted to welcome Trish Kennedy, known as Body and Mind on social media, shares her inspiring journey into fitness coaching. Trish discusses her lifelong passion for exercise, the importance of making fitness fun, and her mission to help those who struggle with motivation. She addresses common misconceptions about strength training, especially among women, and emphasizes t...

In this episode I was delighted to welcome my online client Olivia to the podcast to get her experience working with me on the 8 week Sustainable Fat-loss program. Olivia shares her fitness journey, the challenges she faced due to a knee injury, and how the program helped her focus on nutrition, hydration, and overall wellness. We discuss the importance of tracking food intake, increasing protein...

In this episode I was delighted to welcome Brian Keane to chat through his experience with running over the years and more recently hyrox. Brian is a prominent figure in the fitness industry and someone I massively look up to being a fellow coach. We discussed various aspects of running, including personal experiences, common mistakes made by beginner runners, the importance of strength training,...