Julia Pizzichemi

Unleash Your Inner Athlete

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The Podcast motivating, moving and maximising midlife high performers, elevating them from damaging decline to dynamic performance. This is more than lifting weights it is about lifting life in later life. Host Julia Pizzichemi with 26 years of industry experience at elite level is interviewing the best minds from the world of health, fitness, sport and business sharing the latest research, tips, techniques and stories you need to get you and keep you not just fit and healthy but mentally, physically and emotionally at your peak and winning for the long-term.

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Julia Pizzichemi

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Health

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

I DARE You To Quit: Why Quitting the Grind Is the ONLY Cure for High-Functioning Burnout 10.11.2025

This is transformative because it challenges the destructive belief that constant struggle is necessary for success. It gives you permission to prioritize your well-being as the foundation for true achievement. Firstly, this perspective restores your energy and prevents collapse. High-functioning burnout is insidious because you keep pushing until you hit a wall, believing stopping is failure. Thi...

STOP Sabotaging Your Energy: The Truth About Alcohol and High-Achievers 04.11.2025

I'm thrilled to introduce our new episode, "STOP Sabotaging Your Energy: The Truth About Alcohol and High-Achievers," featuring the brilliant Gill McKay! Gill, a leading Sobriety Guide, Educator, and Thought Leader in Alcohol-Free Living , joins me to explore the surprising ways alcohol impacts our energy, hormones, mindset, and self-leadership . If you’re a high-achieving profession...

Your Anxiety Is a LIE: How to Turn High-Functioning Stress into Entrepreneurial Superpower 31.10.2025

Stop treating your intense stress and worry as a weakness. I'm here to share the truth behind "Your Anxiety Is a LIE: How to Turn High-Functioning Stress into Entrepreneurial Superpower." If you're a high-performer or entrepreneur , that constant internal pressure is actually a massive, untapped source of energy. The anxious mind is hyper-aware—it sees problems, risks, and detail...

Your "Failure" Is a LIE: How Setbacks Guarantee Your Next Breakthrough 21.10.2025

Understanding that "Your Failure is a LIE: How Setbacks Guarantee Your Next Breakthrough" is the single most freeing truth you can embrace. This concept is revolutionary because it redefines every mistake, disappointment, or roadblock not as a signal to quit, but as a mandatory step toward your biggest win. Here's why shifting your perspective on setbacks is profoundly beneficial: Th...

How Entrepreneurs Can Turn Stress Into Strength 07.10.2025

For every high-performer, understanding this is vital. This conversation is all about recognizing that the intense pressure you feel, your high-functioning anxiety, can be transformed into your greatest asset for aligned leadership and true business growth . You learn the specific, powerful habits that allow you to stop the exhausting cycle of burnout and start using that energy strategically to b...

Are Sports Massages Good or Overrated? Unpacking Soft Tissue Therapy, Aging & Muscle Health 20.08.2025

Is your recovery routine missing something crucial or wasting your time? In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the truth about sports massage and soft tissue therapy with one of the UK’s most respected experts: Mary Sanderson. With a career spanning over 30 years, Mary is a leading authority in soft tissue therapy, injury prevention, and performance recovery. She’s taught at the prestigio...

Burnout, Breakthroughs & Bold Moves: How to Know When It’s Time to Walk Away from Success 06.08.2025

What happens when a high-flying corporate career no longer aligns with your well-being? In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode, we’re joined by Antoinette Irvine a true powerhouse in global leadership, human transformation, and conscious reinvention. With over 30 years of experience in the corporate world, Antoinette rose to the top of Unilever, one of the world’s most iconic companies, whe...

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Grief, and Burnout: The Power of Intentional Living 16.07.2025

Today, we’re joined by Pete Cohen internationally renowned performance coach, speaker, bestselling author, and host of the Mi365 Podcast. With decades of experience coaching elite athletes, corporate leaders, and high performers across the globe, Pete is on a mission to help people stop running on autopilot and start living intentionally. Pete opens up about his own journey through grief, imposter...

Breaking the Silence: Mental Health and the Power of Deep Psychotherapy 02.07.2025

Today’s guest is Dr. Maria Kempinska a renowned psychotherapist, founder of the iconic Jongleurs Comedy Clubs, and a leading voice in the intersection of mental health, creativity, and human resilience. With 20+ years of clinical experience, a PhD in Psychoanalysis, and deep work in trauma, anxiety, and personal growth, Maria brings an unmatched lens to understanding what really drives and drains...

The Hidden Mental Health Reason You Can’t Sleep 18.06.2025

“It remains consciously elusive, yet subconsciously simple.” Struggling with sleep, burnout, or unexplained fatigue? This episode is your wake-up call. Today’s guest is Matt Hudson a pioneer at the intersection of neuroscience, quantum physics, and behavioural change. With over 30 years of groundbreaking work, Matt reveals how subtle energy, subconscious blocks, and non-verbal communication are si...

How Training & Endurance Helped Beat Addiction & Win in Life 04.06.2025

Hitting rock bottom with drug and alcohol addiction felt like the end—but it became the foundation for an extraordinary transformation. In this episode, we explore how exercise, endurance sports, and sobriety fueled one man's journey to greatness. Discover how he completed over 100 races, including marathons, triathlons, and Ironman challenges, while running a multi-award-winning construction...

Gambling Addiction, Shame, and Starting Over: A Former Pro Footballer’s Road to Recovery 21.05.2025

Gambling Addiction, Shame, and Starting Over — Tony Kelly’s Story This week on the podcast, we’re diving into the hidden struggles behind professional sport — and few stories capture that journey more powerfully than Tony Kelly’s. A former professional footballer who made history at just 16 with Bristol City, Tony went on to play over 200 league games across six clubs. But while his career looked...

ADHD and Entrepreneurship; Overcoming challenges and building a successful business 07.05.2025

The Comeback: From Business Loss to Thriving with ADHD Entrepreneurship is unpredictable, and setbacks can feel insurmountable. My guest, Jeremy Jacobs, knows this firsthand. After building a million-pound food manufacturing business, he lost it overnight due to the pandemic. But he rebuilt, launching two successful ventures: Cookie Jar (consultancy & training) and Corn Cobs (digital marketing...

Beyond the Script: Creating a Life of Meaning on Your Terms 23.04.2025

Feeling stuck in life ? Wondering what’s next or how to create more meaning, success, and adventure? In this episode, I sit down with Nadine Horn, an adventurer, endurance athlete, and author of Don’t Just Talk, Do It! to explore: ✅ Why midlife is your greatest opportunity for reinvention ✅ How to break free from routine and create real momentum ✅ The 7 steps to making big life changes (without...

Elite Performance Secrets: The Cutting-Edge Formula for Lifelong Peak Performance 09.04.2025

What happens when an elite athlete steps out of the ring and into the business world? How do you maintain peak performance, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally when the game changes? In this episode, we sit down with Phill Ireland, a six-time World Stick-Fighting Champion, double English Thai Boxing Champion, and elite performance coach, to explore the mindset and strategies behind s...

Why Movement Is Important And The Key to Long-Term Health & Vitality 19.03.2025

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who values movement, resilience, and long-term well-being! Today’s Guest: Dr. Cuan Wayne, a leading family and sports chiropractor, founder of MoveMed, and best-selling author of Why Movement is Medicine. With over a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Wayne has helped countless individuals move pain-free and optimize performance. He’s earned top academic ho...

Women in Leadership, Menopause Challenges, and the Future of Wellness 05.03.2025

In this powerful episode of Unleash Your Inner Athlete, we sit down with Adelle Martin, a true force of resilience, transformation, and advocacy. Adelle is the Co-Founder of Stronger Together Through Cancer, an award-winning Executive Resilience Coach, speaker, and author. But her journey is nothing short of extraordinary—marked by incredible highs and devastating lows. 🔹 From breaking down in th...

Overcoming Limiting Beliefs Over 40 19.02.2025

Midlife Burnout or Breakthrough? Feeling lost, anxious, or stuck in midlife? You’re not alone. What if this phase isn't burnout—but a breakthrough waiting to happen? In this episode, I’m joined by @PaulBecque, a Success Coach and Mindset Trainer specializing in neuroscience-backed strategies for personal transformation. Together, we’ll uncover what’s holding you back from true fulfilment and how t...

Invest in Your Health: Why Strength Training Is Important As We Age 05.02.2025

In this episode, I’m joined by Howard Pearson, a trainer with over 25 years of experience transforming lives through fitness. With a degree in Sports and Exercise Science, certifications from the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and a career as an international Les Mills presenter, Howard brings unmatched expertise and a competitive edge a...

Midlife Athletes and Menopause: Your Game Plan to Stay Strong and Keep Competing at Your Best! 22.01.2025

Get ready for an empowering and insightful episode as Julia Pizzichemi welcomes back the renowned sports physiotherapist, Laura Chimimba, a master at helping people perform at their peak while navigating and preventing injuries. This time, we’re diving into a topic that impacts so many active women: menopause and athletic performance answering your most pressing questions about hormonal changes, t...

From Martial Arts Mastery to Resistance Band Revolution: How Dave Hurley is Redefining Fitness for Busy Professionals 08.01.2025

Get ready to be inspired and energized as Julia Pizzichemi sits down with the unstoppable Dave Hurley in this must-listen podcast episode! A former printing company owner turned fitness innovator who discovered the power of resistance band training which revitalized his own fitness and also sparked a mission to help others thrive without ever needing to set foot in a gym. Tune in to hear how Dave...

From Elite Athlete to High-Performing Entrepreneur: Thriving with a Learning Difference and Aging Well 18.12.2024

Today, Julia is joined by Andrew Batt, a self-proclaimed Dyslexic Thinker, Entrepreneur, and High-Pressure Problem Solver with a million miles’ journey to share. A former extreme skier and snowboarder, Andrew’s journey from adrenaline-packed slopes to the boardroom is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, we uncover: How dyslexia shaped Andrew’s unique approach to overcoming challenges...

Unleash Peak Performance After 40: Mastering Injury-Free Training, Longevity, and Staying Competitive in the Sports You Love 04.12.2024

Join Julia Pizzichemi for an inspiring and practical discussion with a renowned Sports Physiotherapist with over 10 years of expertise in musculoskeletal orthopaedics. As a trusted figure in medical teams for world-class athletes, she shares her expert strategies to help you stay active, healthy, and performing at your peak—even as you age. In this episode, we explore: The critical transition from...

Thriving After Cancer Through The Power Of Connection 20.11.2024

Join us as we explore resilience, transformation, and empowerment with a remarkable businesswoman who turned her cancer journey into a thriving venture. Discover how health challenges can be the start of a powerful new chapter, the role of fitness in recovery, and the truth about cancer myths and healing. Learn how life experiences shape success, why rewriting your personal story is key to overcom...

Break Free from Pain: How Intuitive Medicine Boosts Performance & Reclaims Your Health—The Power of Identity and Personal Story 16.10.2024

Could your beliefs, values and your past history be the key to unlocking your health and eliminating chronic pain for a long life, health and fitness. In this episode we're diving deep into the intriguing world of Intuitive Osteopathic, Functional, and Energetic Medicine, exploring how it tackles pain and performance issues as we age. This is the peak of body and mind coaching and one of the best...

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