Modern Wellness Podcast

First up, the team look at the rise in “Soft Cardio”, which is the latest trend in fitness but Zone 2 cardio has been a thing for a while. Simply put it’s cardio performed   at a moderate intensity  , where your heart rate rises but you do not become breathless. Good for improving your endurance, burning fat, and keeping your heart healthy  , without breaking down muscles or co...

Connor Minney ( @connorminney ) is the founder of gayns ( @getgayns ) a social wellness brand creating community-driven events that inspire a cultural shift in how gay and queer people experience fitness, connection and wellbeing. In just two years gayns has brought together 30,000 attendees across more than 300 events, created what is now the world’s largest weekly gay run club, developed their o...

This is a replay of last year's special edition of The Modern Wellness Podcast , where Adrienne was joined by Simone Gibertoni, CEO of Clinique La Prairie ( @cliniquelaprairie ), the world-renowned Swiss medical spa and longevity clinic. Together, they dive deep into the evolving science of longevity — from groundbreaking cellular therapies to lifestyle interventions rooted in decades of research....

Who are the six Wellness Consumers? And which one do you fit in to? Adrienne shares her insight into the latest trends in Wellness and the 2026 consumer reports, and the tribes or cohorts that you can place the different customers in to. Don't forget to rate/review and subscribe or follow! You can follow the show and send in your questions to @modernwellnesspodcast or email questions@modernwellnes...

Today on the show the team start with a look at the news that demand for on-site gyms has surged as staff wellbeing takes centre stage. As health and wellbeing continue as priorities, new research from gym supply manufacturer BLK BOX has revealed an increased demand for office-based gyms from both employees and employers. Read more here: https://startups.co.uk/news/office-gym-demand/ Things turn t...

Disclaimer: 1N products contain nicotine, which is addictive and not risk free, and are intended only for adults who already use nicotine. Today on the show Adrienne speaks with Terry Seal, Founder of 1N ( 1nlabs.com ). They discuss the current reframing of nicotine within wellness and Terry’s approach to communicating responsibly with factual, science-based claims, acknowledging historical t...

Today the team take a deep dive Global Wellness Summit’s Wellness Trends for 2026. The top line from the report: In 2026, we’ll see a backlash against over-optimization and the bold return of pleasure and joy; women finally getting their own lanes in longevity and sports; longevity expanding into real estate and beauty; and wellness tackling major crises: disaster preparedness, microplastics and n...

Today Sammi is joined by expert breathwork coach and founder of The Breath Space , Jamie Clements ( @jamieclements_ ).   Jamie has worked alongside top entrepreneurs, politicians, athletes and many more, to share the life changing potential of breathwork and altered states of consciousness. After discovering out first-hand just how impactful breathwork can be, through his own journey with anx...

The team start by looking at the news that new analysis estimates chemical toxins in the global food supply drive  $2.2T  in preventable healthcare costs annually. Researchers found phthalates (PVC), biphenols (BPA), pesticides, and PFAs in produce and packaged food, with exposure linked to developmental and reproductive disorders, metabolic and circulatory diseases, and all-cause mortal...

Today on the Modern Wellness Podcast Sammi interviews fitness expert Kenny Santucci. Kenny is a nationally recognised US fitness expert, athlete, and entrepreneur, known for his no-BS approach to training, performance, and personal transformation. Kenny has spent decades at the sharp end of the American fitness industry. You can find more from Kenny online @kennysantucci and from the STRONG New Yo...

First up we look at how in 2026 that whilst we know consumers are more focused on their health than ever before, they also want to look good doing it too. Read more: Why Adidas Tapped Entire Studios for a Fashion-Forward Performance Line The team also look at the latest innovation from Hyrox: HYROX YOUNGSTARS. The event, which kicked off in Amsterdam, is aimed at kids and combines the classic...

Keith Reesby is a personal development specialist with more than 25 years of experience in human performance and transformation. Combining contemporary psychology, ancient philosophy and lived experience, he has developed the  Hero You Process ; a proven 10-step framework to help people discover purpose, clarity, and achieve lasting behavioural change. Keith's expertise has been forged in som...

First up, the team look at the news that fitness and wellness startups raised $2 billion in 2025, with the category seeing a healthy year-over-year increase amid the rise of wearable tech, lab-testing brands and more https://athletechnews.com/investors-pouring-money-into-fitness-wellness-startups-wearables-2-billion/ Next up, it's the trend everyone's talking about... Sardine Fasting. Experts warn...

Adrienne speaks with speaker, writer and self-development expert Lily Silverton about her journey from fashion journalism to wellness coaching. They discuss the evolving world of wellness, and the importance of prioritisation in modern life. Lily shares insights from her upcoming book Prioritise This which invites you to press pause and consider what really matters to you. The book is published on...

In this episode of the Modern Wellness Podcast, hosts Adrienne, Sammi, and Oliver explore the concept of 'wintering,' a Scandinavian approach to embracing the winter season, which emphasises slowing down and adapting to the darker months rather than resisting them. Finally, they discuss a new trend of a 'Gen Z retirement home' in Malaysia, which offers a month-long escape from the pressures of mod...

In our first interview of 2026, Adrienne speaks to Dr Tanja Phillips at The HVN to discuss hair loss in men and women, and what treatments are available to people in the modern wellness age. Dr Tanja Phillips is a GMC-registered doctor and leading laser and aesthetic medicine specialist with 30 years of clinical experience. She is internationally recognised in the fields of non-surgical lasers and...

Welcome back! It's a new year and a brand new season of the Modern Wellness Podcast. To kick things off Oli, Sammi & Adrienne are going over the winners and losers of 2025, and looking ahead to what wellness will look like in 2026. Don't forget to rate/review and subscribe or follow! You can follow the show and send in your questions to @modernwellnesspodcast or email questions@modernwellnessp...

It's time for another special episode with Adrienne, Oli, and Sammi will be opening up the DMs and answering your questions! Send in your questions to @modernwellnesspodcast or email questions@modernwellnesspodcast.com . This week the team answer a question regarding getting a wearables at Christmas. Is one on your list? And for new runners - should you start with a marathon? Don't forget to rate/...

This week the team look at the alarming news that ultra-processed food is linked to harm in every major organ system of the human body and poses a colossal threat to global health, according to the world’s largest review. The findings,  from a series of three papers published in the Lancet , come as globally people are increasingly consuming UPF such as ready meals, cereals, protein bars, fiz...

In this episode of the Modern Wellness Podcast, Oli chats with Alan Trim, founder of Oxydise , to discuss the transformative potential of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. They delve into the mechanics of hyperbaric chambers, the physiological benefits of increased oxygen absorption, and the diverse applications of this technology in clinical settings, particularly for cancer recovery and athletic perfor...

This week Adrienne and Oli dive into the trending topics from the world of wellness. First up there's a look at Black Friday, and a spot of myth-busting from Oli on the various wellness gadgets. Then the team turn their attention to Soho House and their wellness offering. And lastly, in Trending, Adrienne asks what on earth does "Cellular" mean? Don't forget to rate/review and subscribe or follow!...

On the show this week the team discuss weight-loss jabs after news that Robbie Williams says they’re making him lose his eyesight. There’s a conversation about CBD Drinks with news that TRIP , the calming beverage brand that launched six years ago, has announced its latest $40 million funding round at a valuation exceeding $300 million. And in Trending, Adrienne looks at the rise of Serendipity Se...

It's time for another special episode with Adrienne, Oli, and Sammi will be opening up the DMs and answering your questions! Send in your questions to @modernwellnesspodcast or email questions@modernwellnesspodcast.com . This week the team answer a question from a new dad asking if they should track their energy and how can they keep their exercise going? And with the news of Shay Mitchell’s new s...

The team begin by looking at Bloomberg's article " Women-Focused Resorts Are the Next Big Thing in Wellness ". Canyon Ranch has announced that it September 2026, it plans to unveil its third location on the outskirts of Austin, an ambitious 600-acre ranch whose primary focus will be women’s wellness. Next up, Nike is launching a new type of shoe designed to help athletes lock in their mindset pre-...

Today on the Modern Wellness Podcast Adrienne chats to the football icon and national treasure Jill Scott. The pair chat about Jill's journey from discovering her love for football at a young age to becoming a world class sports leader and role model.  There's discussions on encouraging young women, and young people more generally, to stay active and Jill opens up about her mental and physica...