I don't know what possessed us to do this...

On this episode we are joined by the kindest-spirited Tammy McDermid, as she generously leads us through her journey of surgery, bra designs, cold water swimming and boxing training. She describes hersself and her friends' antics whether that be two middle aged women surrounded by very polite sweaty men at boxing training or her group of swimmers putting the world to rights and surprisingly enjoying all that goes along with chilly swimming. Thank you so much Tammy for letting us into your very personal story, and for being so fun. This one takes the record for having to edit out the most giggling :) I hope you all enjoy this as much as I did. Thank you to Audio Nautix for the fab music If you are inspired to get back to exercise, and would like some support, you can see if my course on getting back to exercise might be a good fit for you here: https://sophia-barlow-health-courses.thinkific.com/courses/sophia-barlow-s-get-back-to-exercise-course or just enjoy the Podcast! Xxx

Beautiful Bras, Outdoor Swimming and the Physicality of Boxing

Nutritionist and fibromyalgia specialist Courtney Garfoot shares her personal journey back to exercisse

In this episode of How I Got Back To Exercise Courtney Garfoot, Fibromyalgia Nutrition Expert tells us about her personal journey of getting back to exercise. From age 25 being told she was "exercise intolerant" to completing her first half marathon and living a full and active life, Courtney takes us step by step through her own journey and gives us her top tips to thriving with Fibromyalgia and generally how to balance our energy levels and takes look at health basics. She covers that goldilocks level of exercise, how to get out of the diagnosis hamster wheel and we discuss the connection between the mental and physical impact and interconnections of living with Fibro. In her words "journal everything!". This was a really insightful conversation, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. You can find Courtney here:https://courtgarfoot.com@courtgarfoot instagram Thank you to Audionautix for the fab music

Exercise and Fibromyalgia

Finding some space for peace in a busy world

In this episode we get to meet Bethany Stephens @therandomyogi, yoga teacher, lawyer and all round gentle soul. We talk about the many benefits of yoga, how to entrench a habit, and the benefits of yoga on Musculoskeletal health. We also share stories of how we took on our 2nd careers, as Bethany is also a lawyer as well as having her own studio in Texas and I talk about moving from being a recruitment consultant into becoming an osteopath. This is the first of many expert episodes that will be sprinkled into the season periodically where we get an inside track from some experts, and I get to geek out a bit 😊 “we’ve become a yoga family, there’s just a love there because we come together at least twice a week” You can find Bethany and her Podcast at: https://therandomyogi.com/ @therandomyogi Thanks as ever to Audionautix for the intro music If you would like a hand getting back to exercise you can find some more info here:https://sophia-barlow-health-courses.thinkific.com/courses/sophia-barlow-s-get-back-to-exercise-course

Expert Special Episode - Yoga

"It's just this point in time it's not going to be forever"

Charming Australian Alyce Garth has quite the story. Iron Woman, International triathlete, long distance trekker (we’re talking 240km through the desert) and currently enjoying 30k trail runs – all after spinal fractures, getting through worrying about whether each run would flair up her symptoms, and being diagnosed with hypo-throidism. Alyce describes her journey back to exercise and her evolving relationship with her body. She says all the right things; whether it's about keeping energised having lived through hypothyroidism, about how to get a habit in place and a team around you to get up to high level exercise or about how bad times do change. Her unassuming her courage weaves throughout the pod, she's pretty inspiring! from... "Is this run going to push me over the edge?" to “accepting support can actually be quite hard” to "It was just that switch: I can do this!" get in touch with Alyce and access her free guide here: Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AlyceGarthHealthCoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alyce Garth Health Coaching</a>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alycegarthhealth/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@alycegarthhealth</a>Facebook Community - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1226884257500247" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Happy, Healthy &amp; Inspired Community - Thyroid &amp; Autoimmune</a>Free eGuide - <a href="https://alyce-garth.ck.page/boost-your-energy?fbclid=IwAR2SQ_R5G6dS785CSKY2jFNDeDJGy7AWhLSC2pQs6YTuOhuIod5WkqyoJvs" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The 5 Super Simple Ways To Boost Your Energy</a> And if you enjoy these podcasts and are starting to feel like you would like a hand from me getting back to exercise I run an on-line course for just that.https://sophia-barlow-health-courses.thinkific.com/courses/sophia-barlow-s-get-back-to-exercise-course Many thanks to Audionautix for the fab music

Broken back and hypothyroidism to triathlete, iron woman and all round lovely guest 

How to get fitter than you have been for the last 30 years

This week we are chatting to super experienced and charming Osteopath Jody Jakob, and we cover everything from getting fitter to please your family, to what type of exercise is best, to key habit changes that make all the difference. His love of the human body and enthusiasm for life long learning shines throughout this episode. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. “water is a great medium to actually remind your body how good it is to move and take pleasure in those movements” https://www.osteopatia-cascais.com/en/about-us/jody-jakob The info in this podcast is not personal health advice and should not be taken as such. Always to speak to your qualified health practitioner before getting back to exercise or with any health concerns. music by audionautix.com

Getting Back To Exercise in your 70s

I was wasting my life one episode of Netflix at a time

On this show we get to hang out with social Influencer, nutrition coach, personal trainer and bikini fitness athlete Kirbie-Be. She overcame many obstacles to reach a peak state of fitness, only to find herself diagnosed with arthritis at the age of 36. She then had to re-train her mind and body to exercise differently this time. In this conversation, we’ll be exploring the mindset, habit integration techniques and exercises she used to get back to exercise - as well as having a great chat about glute building! I caught up with Kirbie-be while she was in Mexico - absolutely living her best life. You can find Kirbie at https://www.glutegoddess.com/ music by audionautix.com

Bikini Fitness Athlete to Injured, Demotivated and Needing Change

"It's fine to stop to buy Wotsits and a can of Coke whilst training"

There is something in you that feels like, just defiant. Actress Natasha Merchant shares her personal story of getting back to exercise post cancer to run a half marathon for the charity SLOW. This is such a moving episode, mainly because Natasha is so blooming matter-of-fact and quite honestly heroic. And funny. Some great tips in here for Just. Keeping. It. Going. The donation link for Natasha’s run is… https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/natasha-merchant1?fbclid=IwAR0SigCb3VnFFkiwfccl2U3uhObE6y2wncM1IYMZ85-f8DIZ9IJ6GcqLuXwfor the Charity SLOW https://slowgroup.co.uk/ music by audionautix.com

Cancer, a Half Marathon and Friendship with Actress Natasha Merchant

The hardest part of the run is opening the car door and getting out

If you want to hear someone’s heartfelt story of over-coming severe mental health crises and also why sometimes it is fine to just lie on your yoga mat and not do anything – this one’s for you. How did this interview just feel so light hearted considering all the BIG content we got through!?! Probably because Claire is one of the most funny, generous ladies I have had the pleasure to interview… prepare to feel impressed and a little bit in love. In this episode we cover post-partum psychosis, body image and exercise and have a bit of a giggle, listen to the end for a little bit of fun :)&nbsp; If you would like to get in touch with the wonderful charity Claire advocates for: Action on Post Partum Psychosis here's the link https://app-network.org/ music by audionautix.com

Mental Health and Getting Back To Exercise with Claire Neaves

Trailer for the How I Got Back To Exercise Podcast

Come and subscribe to the how I Got Back To Exercise Podcast where we chat to some very generous people about their experiences of getting back to exercise. A few laughs and a few tears along the way, and lots of advice to help you do it too. music by audionautix.com

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Stories of hope and hamstrings

Osteopath Sophia Barlow interviews guests about their journey of getting back to exercise, covering physical and mental health, bonding with friends and family, starting afresh after trauma and a few scrapes with flora and fauna. An uplifting podcast which might give you a nudge towards dipping a toe into the exercise pool. music by audionautix.com

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