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Healthcare UnprofessionalsAcademic Boners: Research, Mansplaining & Why a PhD Doesn’t Make You GodIn this episode, Michelle and I get into why research matters, how to get into it, and why good evidence gives us a full academic boner.We also unpack one of our favourite moments: the man on Instagram who confidently told Michelle she “hadn’t read the study”… the study she literally wrote.And a reminder for the people at the back: having a PhD doesn’t mean you know everything. A PhD is hyper-focused research in one area — not a universal licence to speak on every topic (especially not to the author of the study you're...
2025-12-0132 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsPhDs, Prolapse & Pelvic Health in SportWe're back, still complaining about PhDs and menopause... nothing new!Thank you for listening - please share & tag us on your stories if you enjoyed!-@michellecarroll1@chloestevensphysio
2025-11-2423 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsBody Image, Behaviour Change & Binning Off Body Neutrality (with Sarah Tierney)Body image and behaviour change are two of the essential pillars to incorporate into your coaching service - and yet so many people don't do it. Michelle sat down with Sarah Tierney (CEO of Hard House Nutrition) to chat about:- Why behaviour change matters and what coaches get wrong- Will you really let yourself go if you work on your body image?- What to do if you're worried about overeating this holiday szn- Why body neutrality should be binned offSarah's IG: @sarahmichelletierney...
2025-11-1047 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsYou Don't Just Need A "Coach" (with Gavin McKinney)Gavin is an online coach, who has transformed from focusing on fat loss to focusing on strength.. and his clients are thriving. Known for his hilarious and relatable takes on the fitness industry (a compliment Michelle doesn't throw around lightly), we get into a discussion that could have gone on for hours tbh...We chat about:- Our mistakes as baby coaches- What the industry gets wrong about coaching- What changed for Gavin to help him get life-changing results for clients (beyond fat loss)...
2025-11-0348 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsMenopause, Fitness Trackers & Why Neurodivergence Isn't A Sales TacticChloe's started her PhD and Michelle is living The Simple Life in the Scottish countryside. We chat all things menopause, fitness trackers and neurodivergence & food relationships.Thank you for listening - please share & tag us on your stories if you enjoyed!-@michellecarroll1@chloestevensphysio
2025-10-2738 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsWhy Your Evidence-Based Posts Don’t Go Viral (and What to Do About It)This week on Healthcare Unprofessionals, Chloe is joined by Dr Emily Pfender, a health communication scientist and postdoctoral researcher at the University of Pennsylvania — and a spin and Pilates instructor on the side.Emily’s research dives into how social media shapes health behaviours, particularly in women’s and maternal health — from fertility and contraception to how health misinformation spreads online.Together we explore:💬 What health communication science actually is (in normal-people terms!)📱 How social media can both empower and mislead women when it comes to their health⚖️ The ethics of health marketing and fear...
2025-10-1944 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsTransformation Photos, Binge Eating Diets & Your Body In BusinessToday, join Michelle in a solo episode/rant about some of the main challenges in ethical fitness coaching... let's chat about why your body isn't your business card, why transformation photos aren't motivating and why you can't diet your way out of binge eating.Don't forget to rate the podcast if you're enjoying it!-WORK WITH ME:DISORDERED EATING INFORMED: www.michellecarroll.co.uk/dei-courseCOACHING: www.michellecarroll.co.uk/coachingINSTAGRAM: @michellecarroll1
2025-10-1321 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsMoanifesto 101: Healthcare EditionMichelle and Chloe sit down for a real and honest chat about life in healthcare right now. Michelle has returned to work as a radiographer, Chloe is working as a physiotherapist — and as students trying to balance studies with running online businesses, both are finding it tough.They also touch on a recent large-scale study exploring partners’ experiences of endometriosis. While it’s important to understand the wider impact, both agree that the urgent priority should be funding more research into the cause and treatment of endo — rather than centring men’s experiences as partners.A short bu...
2025-10-0626 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsComparison is the thief of body imageJoin Michelle for a solo episode this week as we discuss all things comparison - why we do it, how it holds us back and how to stop ourselves!-Thank you for listening - please share & tag us on your stories if you enjoyed!-@michellecarroll1@chloestevensphysio
2025-09-1519 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsHen Parties, Mashed Bananas & Menopause SupplementsChloe's fresh-ish from her hen, Michelle is beefing with Slimming World and we have questions for the menopause supplements based on black pepper.Thank you for listening - please share & tag us on your stories if you enjoyed!-@michellecarroll1@chloestevensphysio
2025-09-0833 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsThreads, GLP-1s & the Case of the Massive CooterOn this week's episode, Michelle says goodbye to Threads (for the 15th time), Serena Williams sparks headlines with GLP-1s, and Chloe responds to an Insta troll’s comment about her so-called “massive cooter.”Plus the usual life updates you didn't ask for!
2025-09-0144 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsThe Biggest Loser, Birth Control & Bridal CoachesPlenty to complain about this week as we grapple with a new Netflix documentary, fight with people in Threads and discuss whether or not birth control is responsible for the terrible dating choices you made in your 20s (yes, really).Thank you for listening - please share & tag us on your stories if you enjoyed!-@michellecarroll1@chloestevensphysio
2025-08-2528 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsGoing Viral, Female Viagra & Kebabs Around the MouthMichelle and I got spicy this week — we’re talking female Viagra and Kebabs, the science of sexual desire, and how going viral is exhausting.With our normal unprofessional chit chats! 💊🔥
2025-08-1827 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsSupporting male mental health & ED recovery (with Conor Nolan)In today's episode, Michelle sat down with Conor Nolan, author and public speaker about his journey navigating his mental health and anorexia recovery. We chat all about:Why ice baths won't fix your mental healthBarriers to male mental healthWhat the fitness industry can do to promote positive mental healthWhat we need to change to promote mental health in young peopleAnd lots more!Follow Conor on Instagram: @conor_n7Conor's website: https://normalmentalwellbeing.com/-Michelle's Instagram: @michellecarroll1Website: www.michellecarroll.co.uk
2025-08-1143 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsThe Skims Chin Strap & Menopause Myths We Didn’t Ask ForThis week on the podcast…Michelle and I dived into the wild world of wellness trends. From the Skims chin strap to a “hormone-hacking” coach blaming the pill for menopause symptoms, we unpacked how these narratives often dismiss science and feed the ever-growing anti-medicine wellness bubble.Because while it makes a catchy headline, misinformation like this shapes how women see their bodies, their hormones, and their healthcare.
2025-08-0445 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsGLP-1s in kids, hormone hackers & healthcareJoin Michelle and Chloe as we chat about the latest in the fitness and wellness worlds - no homone hacking required.-Connect with us:@michellecarroll1 x @chloetevensphysio
2025-07-2852 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsSelling your coaching without selling your soul (with Shona Denovan)Do people really not want to work on body image or is your marketing just trash?What do most coaches get wrong when it comes to marketing?How important is it to work in alignment with your values?This week, Michelle sat down with the fabulous @unapologeticallyshona, business coach & mentor that helps you build a thriving business, without falling into hustle culture or cold DMing people. -Follow Shona: @unapologeticallyshonaFollow Michelle: @michellecarroll1Mentoring | Coaching | Course
2025-07-2448 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsLeaking in female athletes and why the PT industry needs to changeThis week we are chatting about the latest study looking at pelvic floor dysfunction in female GAA players, why charlatans make the best nutrition coaches and what needs to change for the PT industry to be seen as credible.Plus, find out where Chloe is currently on the Bristol Stool chart. Nothing is off limits.-Please rate and share the episode if you can!!@michellecarroll1 x @chloestevensphysio
2025-07-1754 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsMisogyny in Disguise: From GLP-1 to Chris BrownMichelle and Chloe are back chatting all things internalised misogyny — from the lens by which society views GLP-1 weight loss drugs to why women are still showing up to Chris Brown concerts. Please like, comment, or subscribe. If you have any ideas for future episodes, let us know!
2025-07-0840 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsIs the fitness industry a fashion show or a pyramid scheme?This week on the pod, we are chatting about what your gymwear says about you - from your pelvic floor, body image and feminist views. Big asks from a high-waisted legging.We are also discussing how the fitness industry acts as a pyramid scheme to keep you trapped.All in a day's work.-Chloe: @chloestevensphysioMichelle: @michellecarroll1
2025-06-3036 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsOverworking, Comparison & Lessons from HealthcareWhat can working in healthcare give you other than undereye bags and a large Botox bill?Does working hard automatically mean it'll pay off?Should you be checking in with clients every week?Michelle & Chloe are reunited this week and are yapping about all of the above and more.-Work with Michelle: https://www.michellecarroll.co.uk/Work with Chloe: https://www.chloestevenswomenshealth.co.uk/
2025-06-2336 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsWeight Stigma in Fitness (with Dr Kat Schneider)Health and fitness professionals have the highest rates of weight stigma/bias... which is not ideal considering the majority of overweight individuals will seek out their help.I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of the leading experts in the area, Dr Kat Schneider. Kat is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Appearance Research (CAR) at the University of the West of England. She has a PhD in Sport & Exercise Psychology from Liverpool John Moores University, as well as a master’s in Psychology and a bachelor’s in Sports Science with Management from Loug...
2025-06-1638 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsMenopause – the Myths, the Marketing & the Messy MiddleChloe & Michelle dive into the wild world of menopause — from predatory wellness practices and overpriced supplements, to what actually works when it comes to exercise, nutrition, and body image.It’s time to cut through the noise, call out the BS, and talk honestly about what women really need in midlife. No scare tactics, no shame — just evidence-based, real talk.
2025-06-0949 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsWhat Women Deserve to Know — Fertility, Hormones, Menopause & Prof Joyce Harper’s TakeProf Joyce Harper on Fertility Facts, AMH Testing & the Menopause MuddleChloe is joined by Professor Joyce Harper — UCL Professor of Reproductive Science, women’s health advocate, and author of Your Fertile Years — for a no-nonsense conversation on fertility, hormones, and everything in between.They dig into:Why fertility education still fails womenWhat AMH testing can (and can’t) tell youThe truth about egg freezing and reproductive timelinesPerimenopause vs menopause — and why knowing the difference mattersHow to cut through the fear-mongering in women’s
2025-06-021h 03Healthcare UnprofessionalsWine & Whine: Body Shaming, Female Supplement Scams & PseudofeminismThis week, we have beef with almost everyone in the fitness industry. We talk about what's been grinding our gears lately, all accompanied by some nectar of the gods (discount M&S wine and old Prosecco in the fridge).From Michelle being body shamed to Chloe being triggered by fat loss coaches who only empower women by starving them... we have a lot of rage and what better place to air our grievances than in an online space. Whoops.If you have a wine or whine you'd like to send to us, please let us...
2025-05-2640 min
Healthcare UnprofessionalsFrom "my body is my business card" to sold-out coaching and food freedom: Client success story (with Ellen Johnston)The fitness industry is full of biznizz mentors that tell you that "your body is your business card", which often leaves coaches struggling with confidence, marketing and body image.Luckily, over on my 1:1 coaching we say two fingers to that. Here's what we did to help Ellen sell out her coaching, increase her prices, show up authentically online and get that rock solid relationship with food and body image.Follow Ellen here: @ellenjohnstonpt-Want this for you?WORK WITH MICHELLE: https://education.michellecarrollfitness.ie/coaching
2025-05-2346 min
Healthcare UnprofessionalsDiet Culture & How It Hold Us Back (with Karen Oliver)Diet culture is apparently the cause and solution to all our problems... but in reality it's what stops us from living a body confident and food freedom life.Today, Michelle sat down with the incredible Karen Oliver to chat about all things diet culture. Karen is currently pursuing her BSc in Psychology, and also holds an MA in Social Work and a BA in Sociology.We discuss:- What diet culture is- How diet culture develops- Why diets keep us stuck- What we actually...
2025-05-1951 min
Healthcare UnprofessionalsYou Need Better Motivation (Motivation Psychology & Behaviour Change)You probably need more motivation.You heard me. If you’re struggling to achieve your goals, be they nutrition, exercise or body image related - it can be a motivation issue.But before you take up arms and cast me into the same category as 20 year old personal trainers who’s parents do all their emotional labour and tell everyone to be more disciplined and want it bad enough, let me explain.Let's talk about motivation psychology, types of motivation and how to harness motivation within yourself to get you what you...
2025-05-1515 min
Healthcare UnprofessionalsSo, You Don't Want to Work on Your Body Image (with Rachel Hunter)Don't want to work on your body image?Feel like you "just need to lose weight" first?Scared of another summer spent shredding?You need to listen to today's episode.I set down with fellow body image coach and nutritionist Rachel Hunter to chat all things body image, diet culture and relationships with food.Connect with Rachel:@coach__rachJoin her email list-Connect with Michelle:@michellecarroll1Apply for coaching
2025-05-1247 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsTravelling with Bad Body ImageWorried about your body image spoiling your well-earned holidays? Fear not. Let's talk about what to do when you don't like your body - and how to support yourself!-Connect with me: @michellecarroll1Coaching information: education.michellecarrollfitness.ie/coaching
2025-05-0917 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsOsteoarthritis Myths, Movement & Management (with Ben Steele-Turner)This week, Chloe is joined by Ben Steele-Turner — a musculoskeletal physiotherapist with an MSc in Human Nutrition and a PhD underway on weight management for knee osteoarthritis. With experience in private practice, rugby, and athletics, Ben brings a well-rounded perspective to joint health.We dive into the common myths around osteoarthritis — like whether it's just an inevitable part of ageing — and how lifestyle, exercise, and nutrition can make a huge difference in managing symptoms.Topics we cover:Why we need to rethink the way we talk about osteoarthritisHow to help clients move with pain, not fe...
2025-05-0544 minHealthcare Unprofessionals5 Things I Learned From My MiscarriageThis week Chloe is solo on the Healthcare Unprofessionals Podcast. In this deeply personal episode, I share five things I’ve learned from experiencing miscarriage—truths about grief, guilt, healing, and the quiet strength it takes to keep moving forward. I talk openly about how common miscarriage is, why talking helps, the myths around exercise, and how pregnancy will always carry a layer of anxiety for me now. Whether you’ve been through loss yourself or are supporting someone who has, I hope this conversation helps you feel a little less alone.
2025-04-2816 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsAnorexia, Discipline & The Dark Side of Exercise (with Sean Blake)Overtraining and being incredibly restrictive with your approach to eating is often celebrated as being "disciplined" and "working hard". But, it can also be symbolic of a deeper rooted issue.This week on the podcast, I sat down with the incredible Sean Blake. Sean is a Dubliner, husband and father of four children who has had an incredible journey. Sean is currently in recovery from anorexia nervosa, and features in the RTÉ documentary "Anorexia & My Family".I sat down with Sean and we covered a LOT:Sean's journey & recovery from a...
2025-04-2545 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsDe-Influencing Transformation PhotosYou know the ones: side-by-side snapshots that supposedly prove success, but in reality, reinforce diet culture, self-objectification, and the idea that health is just a number on a scale.Michelle unpacks one of the worst takes yet: the claim that coaches who don’t post transformation photos simply don’t have any. (Yes, really.).In today's episode, we break down why transformation photos do more harm than good - and how coaches can build a transformative business without them.If you care about ethical coaching, client well-being, and leaving a legacy that actually matt...
2025-04-2117 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsWellness Trends: Worth the Hype or Just Clever Marketing? (with Laura Voult from Trust Her)This week, Chloe is joined by Laura Vout — marketing specialist, nutritionist, and founder of Trust Her, the no-BS company cutting through the noise of wellness trends and women in business. No ads. No sponsors. No affiliates. Just real talk.We dive into the wild world of wellness and health trends taking over your feed — from greens powders and collagen supplements to GLP-1, mouth taping, and Symprove. Laura gives us the Trust Her verdict: what’s actually worth your money… and what’s just clever branding.If you’ve ever wondered, “Should I actually be taking this?” — this...
2025-04-1452 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsSummer Shredding & Seasonal Body ImageNo carbs before Marbs?Summer shredding?Screaming into the void?All viable options, all discussed by Michelle and Chloe as we chat all things summer diet - and why we are more likely to not like our bodies in the summer.Work with us!1:1 Coaching with MichelleDisordered Eating InformedChloe's Women's Health Consultancy@michellecarroll1 | @chloestevensphysio
2025-04-0741 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsExercise in Pregnancy: What to Believe with Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Lamia ZafraniIn this episode, Chloe is joined by the brilliant Dr Lamia Zafrani — an obstetrics and gynaecology consultant with specialist interests in maternal medicine, early pregnancy, emergency gynaecology, and forensic paediatric gynaecology. Oh, and she’s also a pregnancy and postpartum athleticism coach with the Brianna Battles programme — so safe to say she knows her stuff!We get into the nitty gritty (and the nonsense) around pregnancy and exercise — breaking down common myths, exploring why it’s still such a divisive topic, and chatting about when exercise is actually contraindicated in pregnancy.This one’s a mix of medic...
2025-03-311h 09Healthcare UnprofessionalsSubconscious Beliefs: How They Sabotage Your Body Image & Business (with Katie Bambrick)In this episode, we join resident subconscious beliefs whizz and Michelle's former business coach - Katie Bambrick - and dive deep into how subconscious beliefs shape your body image, self-worth, and even the success of your business. We explore how hidden mental patterns—often formed in childhood—can limit your potential, create self-doubt, and hold you back from the life you truly want.You'll learn how to identify and shift these beliefs to build unshakable confidence, transform your relationship with your body, and break free from limitations in your business. Whether you're struggling with...
2025-03-2448 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsProlapse: What No One Tells Us About Women's HealthProlapse is more common than you think, yet so many people suffer in silence. In this episode, we’re breaking down what prolapse really is, the signs to look out for, and the treatment options available. Whether you're experiencing it yourself, supporting a loved one, or just curious about pelvic health, we’re here to have an open, stigma-free conversationLocal pelvic floor whisperer and women's health physio Chloe Stevens gives us the low down on pelvic health, her bowels and somehow we get onto discussing what Leonardo di Caprio is doing for women's health.WORK...
2025-03-1722 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsYou Won't Be 100% Ready To Work on Your Relationship With Food (BONUS)When it comes to healing your relationship with food, waiting until you feel fully ready can keep you stuck. In this episode, we’re talking about why you don’t need to have it all figured out before you start, the power of taking imperfect action, and how to move forward even when doubt creeps in. Because growth isn’t about waiting for the ‘right’ moment—it’s about showing up, even when it’s messy.Curious about a life of food freedom?Here's all about my 1:1 coaching.Instagram: @michellecarroll1
2025-03-1411 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsOnline coaching doesn't have to be the goal for every fitness professional (with Jaz Davies)This week, Chloe is joined by the iconic Jaz Davies, who has taken a different approach to her career in fitness.Jaz decided online coaching from a penthouse in Dubai, churning out 100 check-ins and renting Lamboginis was not the life for her! Jaz is passionate about strength training and has created a fantastic non-intimidating gym called Uplift in Wandsworth. Listen to our wonderful conversation about Jaz's career and business and be inspired to know that online coaching is not the pinnacle of every fitness professional's career, despite...
2025-03-1042 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsChronic Pain and Body Image: It's not so easy to be grateful for what your body does when you're in pain!This week, Michelle and Chloe are back together to chat about chronic pain and body image. We discuss chronic pain, our journeys, our clinical practice and how it can affect body image. Chronic pain can significantly impact your clients or patients, so please listen and share your reflections in the comments.
2025-03-0332 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsWhy & What Coaches Need to Know About Eating Disorders (EDAW 2025)Eating disorders are one of the most lethal mental health conditions - and as coaches we can play a role (even though we aren't actively treating those with EDs).In today's episode, once I manage to get my words out, you'll learn exactly what and why coaches need to be eating disorder aware.You'll learn: The difference between eating disorders and disordered eating Myths about eating disorders What causes eating disorders Why coaches need to be eating disorder awareAnd lots more!- Suggested referrals:
2025-02-2615 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsMarketing & Building a Successful Coaching Business - No Transformation Photos Required (with Shannon Beer)You don't need to post transformation photos to get clients. But how do you do it then?Put your top back on and let's discuss.Today, Michelle spoke to the iconic Shannon Beer, coach, mentor, educator, body image oracle and all-round icon.We dive into how fitness professionals can successfully market their businesses without relying on outdated, overused tactics. Forget fear-based messaging, extreme transformations, or pushy sales techniques—this conversation is all about authentic, sustainable marketing strategies that actually connect with your ideal clients - no transformation photos required....
2025-02-2441 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsNutrition for Shiftworkers (Part II)Last time, we talked all aboutnutritional considerations from a practical standpoint, alongside the biological challenges with shiftwork.But this week we get into some more of the meaty mindset stuff...Why do you overeat after nightshifts?What can you do about it?Why does it matter?Let's get into it!Check outPart I here:I am currently accepting3 more 1:1 coaching clients. If you're ready to build body image, a positive relationship with food and start living...
2025-02-1712 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsThe Menstrual Cycle & Exercise Performance: What You & Your Clients Need to Know (with Kelly McNulty)How does the menstrual cycle affect exercise performance, recovery, and training adaptations?
Should you be syncing your training to your cycle?
What about if you're taking oral contraceptives?
How do you track your cycle?
Better ask the Menstrual Cycle oracle, amirite?
Today, Michelle had the pleasure of sitting down with Kelly McNulty, PhD. You might know her as Period of the Period on social media - and she is the go-to for women's health research. Kelly holds a PhD from Northumbria University, and has published several papers about the...
2025-02-1039 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsNutrition for Shiftworkers (Part I)Shiftwork is not for the faint of heart. If you fancy looking like you're 50 and feeling like you're 85, all whilst being in your mid 20's, shiftwork might be for you.
In addition to increasing your Botox bill, shiftwork can also lead to risk of stroke, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Score!
It has long been assumed this was due to the trash diet of shiftworkers, but new research suggests this may not be the full story.
Join Michelle as she talks through all things shiftwork and how to improve your nutrition, meal timing and...
2025-02-0315 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsAre Your Performance Goals Unhealthy? (BONUS)Performance ≠ health - but half the fitness industry isn't ready for that conversation.
While performance goals can have positive effects on body image and self-worth, they’re not always a guarantee of a healthy relationship with exercise or food.
Michelle explores how the fitness industry often conflates performance with health, masking disordered habits like overtraining, obsessive goal-chasing, and underfuelling.
Whether you're a coach, client or somewhere in between... you need this episode!
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2025-01-3110 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsTaking Pelvic Floor Rehab Beyond Kegels (with Colls Pryer)In this week's episode, Chloe is joined by Colls Pryer, a pre and post-natal exercise specialist and an absolute powerhouse!
Colls takes us through her journey from a PT who thought she had all postpartum women figured out by sticking her fingers in their ab gap to literally changing women's lives and teaching them how to lift heavy and get super strong without pelvic floor symptoms holding them back.
Colls looks beyond the pelvic floor and includes biomechanics, breathing techniques and foot position, to name a few things, in...
2025-01-281h 07Healthcare UnprofessionalsTransformation Photos: Helpful or Hurtful?Transformation photos flood our feeds, promising inspiration and motivation—but are they doing more harm than good? In this episode, we delve into the hidden impact of "before and after" culture on women's body image and overall health.
Join us as we unpack how these images reinforce toxic beauty standards, perpetuate disordered eating habits, and obscure the complexity of health beyond appearance.
We cover research, our own perspectives and Chloe even does a decent Geordie accent. You don't wanna miss this!
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2025-01-1924 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsJanuary’s Diet is Tomorrow’s Relationship with Food IssueIf your post-holiday blues are compounded by tight jeans and a bombardment of fat-loss program ads, this episode is for you.
While the transformation coaches are out in full force, I’m here to talk about why you don’t need to panic start a diet just because Christmas was a little too beige.
We’ll unpack the traps of quick-fix dieting, why a leaner body isn’t the key to confidence, and why dieting every time you gain weight keeps you stuck.
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2025-01-1316 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsThe 'Gender Exercise Gap'? with Juliet O'SullivanYou've heard of the Gender Pay Gap, but what about the 'Gender Exercise Gap'?
In this week's episode, Chloe is joined by Jules to discuss how she balances her family life, coaching business and exercise.
It's an excellent episode for the new year- as you start to set your 2025 resolutions and goals, let Jules' fantastic advice guide you on prioritising yourself even in times of chaos.
Happy New Year from the Healthcare Unprofessionals!
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2025-01-0656 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsCoaching with Integrity & Connection (with Jess Ellis)Today, Michelle was joined on the podcast by one of the Yappers of the Year - Jess Ellis.
Jess is an online coach and in-person trainer who has been helping her clients train for health and performance since 2017.
Her work with her clients emphasises connection, and she chatted with Michelle about some of the major challenges her clients face and how her coaching overcomes that.
We discuss:
Her journey as a coach
Keeping online coaches engaged in the process
Misconceptions in the fitness space
Why people buy from people, not generic fitspos
2024-12-2346 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsHealthcare Unprofessionals Wrapped 2024It's been six months of the Healthcare Unprofessionals, and what a ride it has been.
This week, on the final episode of 2024 Michelle and Chloe discuss everything we loved (and loathed!) in 2024.
From our favourite guests, worst moments and career highlights of the year - you don't want to miss it.
Thank you for supporting us in 2024 - have a fabulous Christmas and we will be back before you know it!
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2024-12-1625 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsNavigating Christmas Challenges (Part 1)All we want for Christmas is... everyone to leave women's bodies out of the conversation!
In the first of our Christmas episodes, join Michelle and Chloe as they chat all about the challenges the festive season brings. From comments from others about your body, festive food fear or worrying about your pelvic floor health over the holidays - this is a no holds barred discussion of all things body image and women's health.
Join us next week for a more unhinged part 2.
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2024-12-0923 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsThe Deep End of Feminism: More Than Aesthetic Activism (with Dr Vicky Boydell)This week, Chloe is joined by her UCL lecturer, Dr Vicky Boydell, to discuss feminism.
Vicky is a social anthropologist who has conducted research worldwide. She oversaw global monitoring and reporting for the Fund for Gender Equality at UN Women and held various positions at the International Planned Parenthood Federation.
We discuss the history of feminism, how patriarchy affects women's health and the rise of trad wife and incel culture.
We are so lucky to have Vicky and her extraordinary brain on the podcast!
2024-12-0248 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsHow far will individualism get you in the health & fitness industry? (+ sneak peeks into our Black Friday deals!)This BONUS episode discusses individualism in the fitness industry:
Does working with other coaches improve your service, or should you gate-keep?
If you are a coach, do you need to have been coached?
Feminist rant (as always!)
How tolerance and taking time to listen to others' opinions can improve your outlook.
Existential crisis
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2024-11-2719 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsCoaching, Mentoring & Lessons from 10 Years in Fitness (with Sacha Lucas)How on earth has someone survived 10 years in the fitness industry without sacrificing their morals or showing us their physique every 10 seconds?
This week, Michelle was joined by coach, mentor and PFCA educator, Sacha Lucas. Sacha is one of the most experienced, caring and compassionate coaches out there, and she has seen it ALL through being self-employed in the fitness industry for almost a decade.
We chatted everything business and even got to hear about Sacha's new business mentorship, launching in December.
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2024-11-2559 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsDiving into Chloe's boxOne essential part of Chloe's consultancy service is Q&As with her coaches' clients.
On these live calls, coaches' clients submit their taboo, TMI and embarrassing questions.
In this episode, Chloe dives into her question box and shares some of the previous clients' questions.
Remember, if you're a coach and think your clients would benefit from a women's health Q&A, you can book this as a stand-alone product with Chloe.
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2024-11-1825 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsAre Your Client's Checking Out or Checking In? (BONUS with Gillian Bennett)Check-ins are the cornerstone of our coaching process, and how we monitor client progress and challenges.
And yet, we are often left with more questions than answers when our clients check-in.
From ghosting to one word answers, a poorly designed check-in process can lead to coach and client frustration.
Today, Michelle sat down with coach and mentor Gillian Bennett and we chatted all things check-in.
What are the common check-in mistakes?
How can I level up my check-ins?
What do I do when my clients aren't giving...
2024-11-1538 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsOvercoming Male Body Image Issues (with Jack Burton)With an emerging body of research to suggest that gay men are at elevated risk of disordered eating and body image concerns, there has never been more need for us to break the stigma around male body image and disordered eating. Disordered eating and body image affect everyone regardless of gender (#equality), but men are often left to struggle in silence.
This week, Michelle sat down with Jack Burton to discuss how his coaching is helping men overcome their body image issues. Jack is a registered dietitian and exercise physiologist, and also holds an MSc in Sports...
2024-11-1147 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsYou Don't Need to Diet for Christmas (BONUS)All I want for Christmas is... coaches to stop telling clients they need to "earn" their holidays.
Open your Instagram and chances are you'll be bombarded with "Santa shreds" or coaches offering to get you "Little Black Dress ready".
You don't need a diet.
You don't need to earn holidays.
In fact, dieting will probably bring you further from food freedom and peace at Christmas.
Don't worry though, the same coaches will then be selling a "January reset" for you to funnel your hard earned cash into *deep sigh*
2024-11-0813 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsFeeling Fat & What To Do About It"I feel fat!"
This is something that people who struggle with their body image often say. Owing to the huge levels of internalised weight bias that most of us have, it is no surprise that we think the worst feeling in the world is being "fat" (thanks, weight stigma!).
But what does feeling fat mean?
And how do we challenge it without saying fat isn't a feeling?
Join Michelle and Chloe as we chat everything feeling fat this week.
Work with Michelle 1:1 on your body image and relationship with...
2024-11-0422 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsFrom Slimming Clubs to Food Freedom (with Shane Walsh)Have you tried dieting your way to body confidence?
Have slimming clubs helped you lose weight in the past, and now you can't stick to it?
Are slimming clubs all bad?
How can we find food freedom?
Michelle sat down with online nutrition coach Shane Walsh, and we delved into the murky grey area of food freedom. Shane is a wealth of knowledge in this area (much to his disdain!), as he works primarily with women who have a history of slimming club experience and now want to find peace with...
2024-10-2847 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsAll Things PCOS: Carbs, Calories & CardioPolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is something experienced by millions of women worldwide. Unfortunately, like so much of women's health, there is a lot of misinformation online.
Chloe & Michelle sat down to chat all things PCOS.
What is PCOS?
Should I cut out carbohydrates?
Is 1200 calories okay?
Should I stop cardio?
Let's discuss it all!
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2024-10-2144 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsIs Your Injury Recovery Strategy Helpful or Harmful?We're constantly told to ice injuries and avoid movement - but could that be setting you up for failure?
Join Michelle & Chloe as we chat all things recovery from injury - and what we can do better!
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2024-10-1433 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsMoving Away From Macros (with Gillian Bennett)This week, Michelle sat down with Gillian, who is an online coach and mentor. She works with individuals who want to break free from macro tracking (or coaching!) and finally live a meaningful life - no MyFitnessPal required.
Macro tracking is typically fitness coaching 101, but is it really all it's cracked up to be?
What are the advantages of tracking macros?
When can tracking macros become problematic?
How can I start to move away from macro tracking?
Does what get measured really get managed?
2024-10-0747 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsOnline Dating & Body ImageThis week, Michelle & Chloe are discussing one of the necessary evils of the modern world for the singletons... online dating.
From people who "don't take themselves too seriously" to those who send incredibly graphic messages to people they've only met once (poor Chloe), it can offer a huge challenge to your body image (and will to live, but that's for a different episode).
Join Michelle and Chloe as they discuss:
Their worst first date experiences
How online dating impacts body image
What to do if someone keeps commenting on your body
Why it's important...
2024-09-3036 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsTraining for Performance & Health (with Danni Bosworth)We are constantly told that training for "performance" is a great way to transition away from aesthetics and improve body image.
But what does that mean in practice?
Michelle spoke to women's health and performance coach Danni Bosworth to discuss what this actually means.
Danni is an online coach and nutritionist, with over a decade of experience in fitness.
We discuss Danni's own journey in sport and business, how performance nutrition differs from "health", how to start focusing on performance and how she helps create a supportive environment to enable her...
2024-09-2355 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsSupporting Injury 101: Pitfalls & Considerations for the Injured AthleteThis week, Chloe & Michelle sat down for a chat about a topic close to their own hearts - injury.
Most of us will get injured at some stage, be that sprains, strains or a full-blown hospitalisation. If you are a normal person, this sucks. If you are an athletic individual, this can offer it's own additional challenges.
Michelle & Chloe delve into all things injury and ask some of your burning questions, ranging from:
What can I do to support my nutrition in recovery?
What to do when you're worried about gaining...
2024-09-1642 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsSupporting Athletic Performance & Body Image (with Holly Priestland)Today, Michelle sat down to chat all things performance nutrition and body image with Holly Priestland.
Holly is a nutrition coach and fellow psychology nerd, who specialises in combat sport nutrition. She holds an MSc in Psychology & Neuroscience and her research interests centre around athletic body image and the influences on same.
We discussed everything from how body image issues present differently in athletes, supporting athletes and their relationship with food and the challenges of keeping a positive body image when you're required to cut weigh to compete.
We're running a webinar!
2024-09-1152 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsFrom vaginismus to pain-free buttery seggs with Dr Kiana Berry-BrownWhat do you get when two pelvic health physiotherapists meet online?
Sounds like the start of a v^gina joke but what you actually get is a juicy podcast episode!
Kiana & Chloe are joined forces on this episode of the Healthcare Unprofessionals podcast to bring you a no holds barred episode on painful seggs, v^ginismus & v^lvodynia.
We chat about our own journeys, clinical experience and strategies to manage these conditions. We will debunk myths, break down the taboos and crush the shame that surrounds these issues.
This episode is fo...
2024-09-091h 33Healthcare UnprofessionalsAesthetics Tweaks: Is it Anti-Feminist?In this episode Michele and I discuss all things 'Aesthetic Tweaks.'
What drives us to have these procedures? Is it vanity, is it societal pressure and is it anti-feminist to change your face or try to halt ageing?
We are not encouraging or promoting these treatments and our opinions may change but as of right now we both love a bit of botox! We would love to know your thoughts on this topic!
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2024-09-0249 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsThe Mindset Behind a Successful Business (with Katie Bambrick)This week, Michelle was joined by the amazing Katie Bambrick.
Katie is an accomplished business coach and NLP practitioner, working with business owners to help them believe in their business and maximise their earning potential.
She specialises in mindset and identity work around business and she blew Michelle's mind on more than one occasion throughout the pod with her incredible insights and personal attacks masquerading as questions.
How can I keep going when my business isn't making sales?
How do I stop comparing myself to other coaches making more than me?
2024-08-2657 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsPelvic Floor 101: Misconceptions, Mistakes & Why Just In Case Wees Aren't NecessaryPelvic floor issues affect millions of women daily, and yet it is still somewhat of a taboo topic.
Join Chloe and Michelle as we go vulva deep into the questions you are too afraid to ask.
What is the pelvic floor?
How common are pelvic floor issues?
Should I be embarrassed about having pelvic health issues?
How can I strengthen my pelvic floor?
And much more!
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2024-08-1944 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsFrom Bodybuilding to Body Image (with Charly Pickstock)This week, Michelle sat down with Charly Pickstock to discuss the dark side of bodybuilding culture and how it can impact our overall health.
Charly is an online coach and nutritionist and founder of The Flourishing Society. Previously an accomplished and incredibly successful bikini competitor, Charly pivoted from bodybuilding into a more holistic approach to fitness.
We delve into some contentious issues surrounding bodybuilding culture, whether it really is about "doing whatever it takes" to be successful and how to start moving away from a bodybuilding lifestyle into a more balanced and fulfilling life.
2024-08-1358 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsUnderstanding Emotional EatingMichelle & Chloe reunited after a long three weeks apart to discuss everything emotional eating.
What do we get wrong about emotional eating?
Is all emotional eating bad?
Is it possible to stop emotional eating by dieting?
How can we challenge emotional eating?
Join us and find out!
Additional resources:
Disordered Eating Informed course information.
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2024-08-0652 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsPost-Partum & Pregnancy Body Image (with Maya Robinson)Today, Michelle sat down with the incredible Maya Robinson to discuss everything body image and eating behaviours when it comes to pregnancy and motherhood. Some would call it the mother of all post-partum body image episodes, others would boo and hiss Michelle for such a pun.
Maya is an online nutritionist, counsellor and master trainer for the Body Project. She works with clients on their relationship with food and body image, and is equal parts hilarious and compassionate.
In the ultimate, no-holds-barred podcast Michelle & Maya delved into post-partum issues, pressure to bounce back and how...
2024-08-0249 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsMotivation, Body Image & The Best Ben & Jerry's Flavour (with Rachel Hunter)This week, Michelle sat down with the iconic Rachel Hunter. Rachel is a certified nutritionist, online coach and all-round stellar human.
Rachel runs the Not Nutrition Gurus podcast, but it was her turn in the hot seat as we deep-dived into motivation theory, emotional eating and some of the challenges we encounter when we start to challenge deep-rooted beliefs about food and our bodies.
Want to connect with Rachel?
You can follow her on Instagram @hunterhealthproject.
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2024-07-231h 02Healthcare UnprofessionalsBack Pain: We've Got It Oh So Wrong! (with Conor Creedon)Today, Chloe is joined by her esteemed colleague, Conor Creedon, to talk all things back pain.
Is it core weakness and bad posture that drive back pain or is it more complex?
If you have back pain or you are a coach that has clients who have back pain, you need to listen to this episode as it will revolutionise your thinking!
Find Conor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-creedon-547b09228/
Back Up: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Back-Up-treatments-working-offering/dp/1742238084
Conor's book recommendation:
The Gulag Archipelago by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
2024-07-1550 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsIs Your Body Your Business Card? Physical Capital, Aesthetics & The Fitness IndustryThe fitness industry generally expects coaches to "walk the walk", by maintaining a lean physique and showcasing it on social media.
What's the issue with making your body your business card? And what can we do instead to get clients?
Michelle & Chloe discuss the state of the fitness industry, Michelle's PhD and how Chloe's business transformed once she stopped only coaching fat loss.
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2024-07-1245 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsWeight Stigma, Physical Activity & Motivation (with Dr Angela Meadows)Today, Michelle sat down with the incredible Dr Angela Meadows to discuss weight stigma, how it can potentially impact physical activity and eating behaviours and the best ways for health and fitness professionals to adopt a more weight neutral approach.
Dr Angela Meadows is currently a lecturer at the University of Essex. She holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Birmingham alongside an MSc in Weight Management. She has completed post-doctoral fellowships at the University of Exeter and Western University in Ontario, Canada. She is also the founder of the International Annual...
2024-07-0444 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsWomen's Hell-th: Navigating the Women's Health SpaceThere's a paucity of research on women's health and body image, which gives rise to predatory practices.
In this episode, we introduce why women's healthcare is so problematic, how to approach women's health discussions with healthcare professionals and how to know when body image and women's health advice are helpful and not hurtful.
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2024-06-2444 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsDiet Culture, Dedication & Whether It's Wrong to Care What You Look LikeAfter we got the name of our podcast correct, today, we chatted about diet culture and how we dropped out of it.
Dedication to fitness, performance or academia is often admired, but is that problematic? Finally, if you drop out of diet culture, is it wrong to care about your appearance?
2024-06-0758 minHealthcare UnprofessionalsIntroduction: We Finally Got Our Act Together!Michelle and Chloe have finally gotten their act together. After appearing on many other podcasts, they have decided to create their own - The Healthcare Unprofessionals!
In this episode, we talk about our journeys as healthcare professionals, victims of diet culture and, unintentionally, our surgical histories!
Here's to many more as we have a lot to say!
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