The Pod Project

Hitting a stall in your weight loss journey can feel disheartening, but it's crucial to understand that progress is not  measured by the numbers on the scale.  Focusing on body composition changes, energy levels, non scale victories, improved fitness and overall wellbeing can provide a better understanding of your accomplishments. Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share t...

I had a chat with Nutritionist and Food Relationship Coach Hannah Glynn about how to prioritise your nutrition and how it can impact gym performance Find Hannah on Instagram @ nourish_with_hannah because her content is game changing! Tag us if you listen / share our episode and let us know if the strategies are helpful  Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social me...

I am now renaming Blue Monday as Yellow Monday Talking FEAR today. How fear holds us back but more importantly, how we can use fear to our advantage.  Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these episodes!   Contact me to make an enquiry about online coaching: Instagram: @_chloelongstaff...

Ok they do matter a bit... Especially if your goal is fat loss, you will need some awareness of an energy deficit BUT Fat loss is less about calories and more about behaviour change. Here are some of the behaviours that don't help you reach a health and fitness goal and what behaviours you can do instead. Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and dr...

This is controversial from a fitness coach this time of year, but I am encouraging my clients to enjoy themselves, enjoy the moments and the memories whilst still being conscious  of their actions and their behaviour. This episode will help you to identify the actions you are taking this week. Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message i...

So I am not a doctor or health professional - but I am a health and fitness enthusiast . This is my experience of alcohol consumption on my health and fitness and my tips that I would share with clients about their health and fitness goals. In this ep: An overview of our gym Christmas Party How does alcohol impact us? How can we reduce alcohol intake if we wanted to? How to still enjoy ourselves w...

The 7 min episode I recorded is better than the one I didn't record. And in this episode I explain how this concept will help you master the mindset and use the power of taking action RIGHT NOW Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these episodes!   Contact me to make an enquiry ab...

As we step into the festive season, maintaining focus on fitness goals can be a challenge. However, with a few mindful strategies, you can stay on track and finish the year stronger than ever. Here are some tips to keep you motivated and committed to your fitness journey throughout December WHILST enjoying yourself: Jade is a coach who helps women regain confidence in themselves and their bodies a...

WE CAN DO HARD THINGS. This week: A little recap of how yesterdays singles Hyrox went What is next for me in terms of fitness Nutrition struggles I've recently had 2024 goals Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these episodes!   Contact me to make an enquiry about online coaching...

If you're feeling like you may as well wait until January to start your goal, think again! December is  busy, lots of social events and family time and it might feel impossible to do everything, but you can do something! Here is how. Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these epis...

When we think about weight loss, we often focus on the physical aspect of it - what we eat, how much we exercise, and the numbers on the scale. However, what many of us fail to realise is that our environment plays a significant role in our weight loss goals. Here are some ways you can create an environment for sucess. Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social med...

Why do you think you give up on goals? This ep might help to discover why. I also discuss why our members at pod have great consistency and what you need to do to get the results you want Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these episodes!   Contact me to make an enquiry about online...

We are all busy and life is hard enough without us overcomplicating health. Here is my easy formula to make things feel more simple. Let me know if you try it! Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these episodes!   Contact me to make an enquiry about online coaching: Instagram: @_chloe...

Great things NEVER come from comfort zones. When you’re on a mission to achieve results you’ve never achieved before, it's going to require actions that you haven't done before.  Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these episodes!   Contact me to make an enquiry about online...

Doing the basics might just involve taking a simple action but this simple action leads to more action and that one basic action can be the difference between getting a result you want & not getting the result at all. SO let’s discuss the basics and WHY they work. Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with an...

We received questions from Instagram followers and our programme members that we work with. We chatted about: - how we met - advice for beginners to a fitness journey  - importance of self love - juggling work, fitness, goals,  mum responsibilities (for Louise) - which is best; cardio or weights   - client wins & more! Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social...

It's quite easy to find ourselves chained to our desks, glued to screens, and leading sedentary lifestyles. However, our bodies are designed to move, and incorporating physical activity into our daily routines is essential for our overall well-being. - benefits of being active - how to be more active in daily life - strategies and tips for adding more movement - mindset tips Find Chloe on Ins...

I just came back from Ibiza and I felt amazing in myself! I share my opinion on - why we might feel rubbish in ourselves - why we compare ourselves - how to break the comparison cycle - the importance of having positive influences in our lives - tips for being proud of yourself and improving your self love Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop m...

The power of accountability is HUGE, having a supportive partner makes a huge difference to your goals. Use each other to stay motivated, stay consistent and achieve the things you said you will.  I also share tips to help each other on your individual journeys and what to do if you don't have a supportive partner. Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social me...

Quick fire 10 tips to help achieve sustainable weight loss Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these episodes!   Contact me to make an enquiry about online coaching: Instagram: @_chloelongstaff Email: chloelongstaff94@googlemail.com Download free resources from my website: podpersonal...

In today's fast-paced world, achieving our goals can often feel very tough. We have numerous distractions, inner doubts, and external pressures that make staying focused and motivated incredibly challenging. I want to talk about how mindfulness can be the key to accomplishing our goals - in particular, our health and fitness goals. Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share...

Comparison is the thief of joy - so why do we do it? In this ep: How to stop comparing yourself to others How to overcome struggles A different way to think about the journey Why my clients might get annoyed with me Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these episodes!   Contact me to m...

Failure is inevitable and is part of the journey too. It can be frustrating to fail BUT this episode will help to reframe how you view failure and hopefully make you excited about trying again! Find Chloe on Instagram @_chloelongstaff Tag me if you share this on social media and drop me a message if you need support with anything I mention on these episodes!   Contact me to make an enquiry about o...

I know I mentioned a lot that results don't happen as quickly as we would like them But that doesn't change the fact that it is still annoying when you don't see those results that you DID expect so how should we approach that? Also, last week I interviewed my clients to ask: "WHAT WAS A RESULT FROM PERSONAL TRAINING THAT THEY DIDN'T EXPECT?" The answers are great! Fi...

Having the right mindset when it comes to working out can make all the difference.  In this episode I share - a recent example of how a client achieves her goal with her mindset - examples of how your mindset can help or hinder you - a great task to try during your next challenge  - an interesting book I read: Mindset - Changing the Way You Think to Fulfil Your Potential By Dr Carol Dweck Find Chl...