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Honestly, CarlyMidlife Weight Loss: Here's Exactly What I'd Do (And It's Probably Not What You Think)Midlife weight gain can feel confusing and frustrating - where did that little bit of extra padding come from? And why is it so hard to shift?In this episode, Carly breaks down what’s really happening in your body where your weight's concerned during perimenopause and menopause, and shares her practical, no-nonsense roadmap for losing weight in a healthy, sustainable way. But we might not start where you think!No detoxes. No extreme diets. No punishment.In this episode we cover:Why midlife weight gain happens (and why it’s no...
2026-02-1234 minHonestly, CarlyHyrox? Half Marathon? Health? Do You Actually Need a Midlife Fitness Goal?This week I’m chatting solo about why goal setting can feel a bit icky in midlife… and why, despite that, I’m still a big fan of having one!We’re diving into:Why goals can feel harder after 40The pressure hangover from corporate-style goal settingWhat happens when you don’t have a goal at allWhy “health” on its own is often too vague to motivateThe scattergun trap of copying everyone else’s goalsHow to choose a goal that fits your life, energy and bodyThinking of goals as a North Star, not a straitjacketYou’ll also he...
2026-02-0523 minHonestly, CarlyConfused About What to Eat in Midlife? Start Here (with Amie Parry-Jones)January can feel like an aggressive group chat you never asked to be added to: fasting rules, at-home tests, supplement stacks, blood sugar panic, and a general sense that you’re Doing Nutrition Wrong. In this episode, I’m joined by BANT registered nutritionist Amie Parry-Jones to cut through the noise and bring things back to what’s evidence-led, realistic, and actually helpful for midlife women.We talk intermittent fasting (and why “just skip breakfast” isn’t the universal win people think it is), the rise of testing culture, blood sugar myths, collagen hype, under-fuelling, and the surp...
2026-01-2946 minHonestly, CarlyZone 2, HIIT & Heart Health: Your No-Nonsense Guide to Cardio in MidlifeCardio has become the pariah of the fitness world for midlife women. Everyone’s got strong opinions about it, half of them outdated, and most of them wildly confusing.In this solo episode, I'm demystifying cardio once and for all.What it actually is, what it isn’t, and how it fits into a realistic midlife training week, you'll be pleased to hear without obsessing over zones, fearing cortisol, or binning off intensity altogether.We talk about:What “cardio” really means (and why energy system training is a much better way to think ab...
2026-01-2229 minHonestly, CarlyYou Don't Have to Put Up With This - Pelvic Floor Myth Busting with Katie DoranPelvic floor issues in midlife are common - but they’re not something you have to “just put up with”. In this episode, I chat with women’s health osteopath and pelvic health specialist Katie Doran (Pelvic Rebel) about leaking, prolapse fears, urgency, and why the usual “just do your kegels” advice often doesn’t work.You’ll learn why pelvic floor problems aren’t always about weakness, how breathing mechanics and the nervous system affect symptoms, and a few simple, practical tweaks you can try straight away.In this episode we cover:Why pelvic floor sympt...
2026-01-1549 minHonestly, CarlyWhat’s Real (and What’s Not) in the Midlife Women’s Wellness WorldThe midlife wellness space is loud - especially in January.Supplements, experts, protocols, promises… everyone seems to have an answer. And if you’ve ever felt confused, sceptical or quietly overwhelmed by it all, this episode is for you.In this honest conversation, I break down what’s real, what’s questionable, and how midlife women can become more discerning without feeling pressured, panicked or foolish.This episode is about sharpening your BS radar - and learning how to trust your instincts and intuition again (in a non-woo-woo way!).In this episode...
2026-01-0818 minHonestly, CarlyNew Year, New You...I've Got A Better IdeaIf you’re feeling slightly overwhelmed by all the New Year noise already, this episode is for you.January has a habit of turning the volume right up. Reset. Recommit. Smash it. Go again. And for women who like to do things properly, that pressure can tip very quickly into doing far too much, far too soon 🫠In this episode, we talk about why the real issue in January isn’t motivation, but overcorrection – especially in midlife, when our bodies, nervous systems and recovery needs have changed.We look at a calmer, smarter way to st...
2026-01-0118 minHonestly, CarlyBONUS: Your Emergency Festive De-FrazzleBefore You Write Yourself Off Until January – Listen to This!This week’s episode is a little different. Think voice-note, rather than broadcast!I recorded it knowing that for many midlife women, the run-up to Christmas is a tricky time. You’re still doing the all the things. And then some.It might also feel like it takes more effort than it used to and this isn't your imagination.In this mini bonus episode, I talk about why that dip in energy or motivation at this time of year isn’t a person...
2025-12-2209 minHonestly, CarlyPsychic Carly Predicts - What's Next for Midlife Fitness?This week, we’re time-travelling. Sort of 😉.I’m looking ahead to 2026 and sharing the midlife fitness trends I know are going to shape how women over 40 train, feel, move and make decisions next year. Not because I’m a trend-chaser (you know me better than that), but because after nearly 11 years in this industry - and a LOT of Google Alerts landing in my inbox every day - I’ve seen what actually matters, what fizzles out, and what genuinely moves the needle for women in midlife.From the rise (and fall) of certain programmes...
2025-12-1822 minHonestly, CarlyStretching isn't the answer (and other things you didn't know about midlife aches & pains) - Expert chat with Danielle GarfootThis week, I’m joined by my very first guest - and what a guest she is! Sports therapist for over 20 years, certified running coach, university lecturer and all-round queen of movement, Danielle Garfoot joins me to unpack the aches, pains and niggles that seem to creep up just as we hit midlife - and what we can actually do about them.We go deep into:Whether women really are more prone to injuries and niggles in midlife than menHow pain perception changes in midlife - and how understanding this could be key to mov...
2025-12-1147 minHonestly, Carly3 Day Hangovers? The Truth About Alcohol in MidlifeJust call me the fun sponge (no, not really 😉)In this episode of the Honestly Carly Podcast, I’m getting into something that’s been coming up again and again with the women I work with - and that I’ve experienced myself:Why can’t I handle alcohol like I used to?If you’ve noticed your tolerance has dropped, your hangovers last forever, or that one glass of wine wrecks your sleep, you are not imagining it!I’m breaking down:Why women in perimenopause and menopause struggle more with alcoh...
2025-12-0424 minHonestly, CarlyHow will I know (if it's perimenopause)?If you’re a woman wondering “Is this... perimenopause?” then this is the episode you need in your ears.In this week’s episode Carly unpacks the most common (and confusing) question she hears from midlife women:“How do I actually know if I’m in perimenopause?”With warmth, honesty and a hefty dose of myth-busting, Carly shares:What perimenopause really is (and why you can still be having regular periods and very much be in it)Why blood tests for hormones can be misleadingThe subtle signs your body might already be giving youHow...
2025-11-2728 minHonestly, CarlyIt's not just you! The midlife belly episode I'd love every woman over 40 to hearYou’re not imagining it. If you're a woman over 40, chances are, your belly has changed.And no - it’s not because you’ve “let yourself go” or need another app telling you to track your macros and count your calories.In this week’s episode of Honestly, Carly, we delve into what’s really going on with midlife belly fat - and why the usual generic advice around losing weight doesn’t cut it for women in the perimenopause and menopause years.From fluctuating hormones to insulin resistance, sleep-deprived cortisol chaos to stress-snacking an...
2025-11-2027 minHonestly, CarlyVariety is the spice of life? 3 workout essentials for every midlife fitness programmeFeeling pulled in 12 directions by suggestions to “do Reformer Pilates/lift heavy/run a marathon/walk everywhere”? Same. We're over-complicating exercise for women over 40s and nobody has the time or energy for it.In this episode we cut through the noise with an evidence-based, midlife-friendly blueprint: the three essentials your week actually needs; how to avoid the scattergun trap;when to let go of stuff that isn’t serving you (and do it in a way that doesn’t feel like a messy break up); and how to match training to your goals, time and...
2025-11-1334 minHonestly, Carly"It was all going well, until..." - The key to building healthy habits in midlifeYou know that feeling when everything’s ticking along nicely - workouts going well, meals vaguely balanced, smug morning walk energy - and then life happens?Half-term. Deadlines. Broken boilers. Teenagers. Parents. The lot.In this episode, we’re talking about the real reason so many smart, capable midlife women struggle to stick to healthy habits (hint: it’s not lack of willpower or knowledge). It’s the all-or-nothing mindset that creeps in when perfectionism meets everyday chaos. This is where we ditch it.In this episode we walk through:💡 The biggest mis...
2025-11-0622 minHonestly, CarlyHelp! My workouts have stopped working - what now?When your trusted routine suddenly stalls in midlife, it’s not you - it’s the strategy. In this episode, Carly explains why “doing more” backfires in midlife, how to stop the scattergun fixes (a cupboard full of supplements, anyone?), and the simple plan: tune in, audit stress, and polarise your training (hard vs easy) so workouts start working again.Carly unpacks the classic midlife spiral: the weight creep, the constant fatigue, the niggles - and the urge to do everything to try and fix it ASAP, only to end up distrusting your body a...
2025-10-3024 minHonestly, CarlyIs it too late for me to change in midlife? (Asking for a friend)Let's tackle the midlife myth head-on: “Am I beyond help?”. From creaky knees and constant tiredness to the “good for your age” narrative, this episode unpacks why you are not broken, why it’s not too late, and how small, consistent choices (plus a kinder mindset) create big change.We’ll look at how the cultural script around older women ("she looks amazing for 45") messes with motivation, why aches, niggles and feeling less-than-energised don’t mean the start of decline, and how to replace the “I’m broken” story with “I’m under-informed”. You’ll learn to meet your body where it is, build...
2025-10-2320 minHonestly, CarlyWhat actually happens to our bodies in midlife?In this episode of Honestly, Carly, we zoom out from the “it’s just your hormones” narrative and look at the full picture of midlife physiology. Yes, oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone are changing - but so are your stress loads, recovery capacity, sleep, and the cumulative “patchwork quilt” of your life (and don't we know it?).Carly explains in plain English how the hormone rollercoaster affects your workouts and your body; why cortisol is leaving you more tired-but-wired than an under-slept toddler; and why you're playing whack-a-mole with niggles. Understanding what's going on with your...
2025-10-1524 minHonestly, CarlyHonestly, I thought I was doing everything right...Welcome to the very first episode of Honestly, Carly!Today, Carly's sharing her own midlife story - from confident (maybe even a bit cocky?) PT and keen runner who thought she had it all figured out, to realising something had shifted. Slower recovery, recurring niggles and unexpected weight gain around the middle despite “doing everything right.” This show exists to share those honest lessons so you can feel better (maybe better than ever?) without the overwhelm or feeling like you're the only one. Midlife isn’t a slow fade: it can be your stro...
2025-10-1519 minHonestly, CarlyWelcome to Honestly, CarlyWelcome to Honestly, Carly - the truth about being strong, sane and seen in midlife.In this introductory trailer, meet your host, Carly Corrigall, lawyer turned PT and fitness coach, who's on a one-woman mission to show you that midlife isn't a moment to shrink, fade, or fall off the edge of your own priority list.Honestly, Carly… is your weekly reset button - a straight-talking podcast where we don’t sugarcoat what’s hard, but we don’t pretend progress depends on perfection, either.Part science, part swe...
2025-10-1500 min
Scaling WellnessClient Success Story - From Corporate Lawyer to Wellness Expert: From Corporate Lawyer to Wellness Expert: Launching a Digital Course in the “Saturated” Perimenopause Market with Carly CorrigallIn this inspiring episode, Carly Corrigall shares her transformative journey from corporate lawyer to successful wellness entrepreneur, detailing how she created a digital course in the perimenopause space despite initial doubts and perceived market saturation.Key TakeawaysTransitioning from in-person to digital offeringsOvercoming the fear of entering a "saturated" marketThe power of community in course developmentImportance of tailoring content to actual client needsMemorable Quotes"Everything we do, everything we teach, someone can look up. But that's not what they're buying.""Life is too blimmin' short to feel so-so and just be like...
2025-03-1036 min