The Not Your Neurotypical Fitness Podcast

Today's guest- Amy Pickering We talk through: -Amys journey into the fitness industry and becoming a fitness coach -The issues of diets-why they fail, what they fail to teach people and the negative implications they have from a mental and physical stance -How fat loss can be achieved. What you DON'T need to do- and what you really need to focus on for long term results Insta Me- @_lucycooke_ Amy-...

Todays episode is an interview with Karen & Louise, the ladies behind the 'Two Fat Girls get Fit Blog' We talk through: -Their experiences with dealing with their weight throughout their adult lives -Why their mindset has shifted from scale weight to getting fit -Advice for women struggling with their weight- and the importance on focusing on living a happy/healthy life rather than the scale....

In this episode, I answer some of the questions I received over on my weekly Q and A on Instagram. I answer a mix of both fun and informative educational questions- ranging from whether free weights or machines are better, what i learnt from my prep and my death row meal of choice. Insta  Me- @_lucycooke_   COACHING ENQUIRIES https://forms.gle/xVV76Cz47mYDfovs9    SUPPS https:/...

In this episode, i share the findings of my Psychology undergraduate dissertation on weight loss clubs.  In the study, i interviewed 6 women about their experiences with Slimming World, and in this podcast i explain and unpick my findings- and what the greater implications of them are for women on fat loss journeys Insta  Me- @_lucycooke_   COACHING ENQUIRIES https://forms.gle/xVV76...

In this episode, i share how to lose weight and keep it off for good! Discussing the issues with many diet plans and programmes on the market- and how you can lose weight without even following one! Insta  Me- @_lucycooke_   COACHING ENQUIRIES https://forms.gle/xVV76Cz47mYDfovs9    SUPPS https://insightsupps.com/   "LUCYC10" As your checkout cod

In this episode, i share how to manage and cope with mental health during Covid- in specific those who are on furlough, out of work and feeling lost during this time period. Sleep Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXnhr-Qb0nc&t=1014s Insta  Me- @_lucycooke_   COACHING ENQUIRIES https://forms.gle/xVV76Cz47mYDfovs9    SUPPS https://insightsupps.com/   "LUCYC10"...

Today's guest- Hayley Irwin. We talk through: -Hayleys journey with mental health. The struggles, the lows BUT how she has come out of the other end stronger than ever. -Our experiences with support for mental health- what has helped us both get through the dark days. -Hayleys experience with competing- and if competing is the right thing to do if and when you have struggled with mental health -Ad...

The PREP FILES is a mini series for competitors to share their stories. To share their highs and lows of competing- and provide a raw real insight into the world of bodybuilding prep. The goal of the series is to inspire and motivate, but also to remind people of the hardships of prep, so people don't feel alone and to provide accounts of relatable experiences. Todays episode features PCA British...

In this episode, i share my top tips for how to achieve 'balance' between your personal/social life and fitness and STILL achieve your goals Insta  Me- @_lucycooke_   COACHING ENQUIRIES https://forms.gle/D9cHhRsvK4rQnV559    SUPPS https://insightsupps.com/   "LUCYC10" As your checkout code

In this episode, i share my top tips for how to manage and offset hunger when dieting and or on a prep. Sleep Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXnhr-Qb0nc&t=1014s Insta  Me- @_lucycooke_   COACHING ENQUIRIES https://forms.gle/D9cHhRsvK4rQnV559    SUPPS https://insightsupps.com/   "LUCYC10" As your checkout code

In today's podcast, i am joined by friend Mollie- a Psychology graduate like myself. We discuss Body image and fitness in the context of both our personal experiences and in line with psychological theory. Insta  Me- @_lucycooke_ Mollie- @molliegrace98    COACHING ENQUIRIES https://forms.gle/D9cHhRsvK4rQnV559    SUPPS https://insightsupps.com/    "LUCYC10" As you...

My top 5 tips for when gyms reopen for how you can maximise progress and make your transition successful! Insta  Me- @_lucycooke_   COACHING ENQUIRIES https://forms.gle/D9cHhRsvK4rQnV559    SUPPS https://insightsupps.com/   "LUCYC10" As your checkout code

The PREP FILES is a mini series for competitors to share their stories. To share their highs and lows of competing- and provide a raw real insight into the world of bodybuilding prep. The goal of the series is to inspire and motivate, but also to remind people of the hardships of prep, so people don't feel alone and to provide accounts of relatable experiences. Todays episode features Jeannie-who...

Todays guest- Chloe Brennan  We Discuss: -How Chloe got into Strongwoman, and her success so far-from winning England's strongest woman to her latest placing at the Arnolds - Behind the scenes of being a strong woman- the training, the nutrition and how to prepare for competition -The myths/misconceptions of being a strong woman -Chloe's hopes for the future of the sport, and her career as a...

Todays guest- Danni Bosworth We Discuss: -How Danni got into fitness- and how this transitioned into a career in personal training -Her transition into being a full time online coach and why this was the right move for her -How Danni went from a cardio bunny to winning multiple shows as a bikini athlete -Future plans for both competing and her coaching business Insta Me- @_lucycooke_ Danni- @danni...

Todays guest-Jen - Owner of the independent Nut Butter Company-Grind Nuts We Discuss:  -Jens experience with anorexia -and how her recovery led to her getting into the world of bodybuilding  -Jens future plans for competing in bodybuilding and growing her own coaching business to help others the way fitness has helped her. -How and why Jen started up her own Nut butter business. -Behind...

Today's guest- Josh Clarke.  We talk through our experiences being both 1-1 PT's and Online Coaches. We delve into the most important things we have learnt to be the best coach possible, and how to grow your business.    Insta Me- @_lucycooke_ Josh-@joshclarkept   COACHING ENQUIRIES https://forms.gle/D9cHhRsvK4rQnV559 SUPPS https://insightsupps.com/  "LUCYC10" As your...

Todays guest- Grace Jones. We talk through: -How Grace got into fitness, and more specifically into bodybuilding. -A run down of Grace's first year of competing in figure. -The realities of both prep and off season as a natural female athlete. -And we answer some of your questions such as our favourite 'cheat' meals, and will we ever go down the drug assisted route. Insta Me- @_lucycooke_ Grace-@g...

Today's guest- Christian Chapman. We talk through: -Christians history with being both underweight with anorexia and overweight -How to deal with scale weight in bodybuilding - The overlap between eating disorders and bodybuilding- do they mask issues or help overcome them? Insta Me- @_lucycooke_ Christian-@coachedbychristian   HELP FOR EATING DISORDERS https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ COAC...

Todays guest- Georgie Cooper AKA Georgie Fit. We talk through: -How Georgie built her business- the turning points, her top tips for success and plans for the future for her brand. -How Georgie went from being ADAMANT she was never competing, to her partaking i her first prep for the bodybuilding stage. -Georgie's experience as a first time competitor, how it differed from her previous dieting exp...

Todays guest-Caitlin Hill. We talk through: -How caitlin got into bodybuilding at such a young age -Caitlins bodybuilding career so far-and plans for the future. -The importance of training to failure and training hard -How important it is to get yourself good training environment. -How we are dealing with training at home during lockdown -How to deal with missing out whilst being young and living...

Todays guest-Ella Calverley aka @ells.fitness, Figure/Fitness athlete. We talk through: - Ellas journey from gymnastics to bodybuilding - The 1st time prep experience-the highs and the lows and what to expect -How to balance prep and uni at the same time - How Ella dealt with her shows being cancelled due to Covid 19 at just 2 weeks out - Future plans for competing- the transition from figure to f...

In this episode, I introduce you to both myself and the podcast. Who am i?   What to expect from future episodes?   And 5 fun facts about me!