Episode 125: Pilates Isn't Supposed To Look Like That
Why Instagram fitness might be stopping women from starting.

We open with the most Far Too Fabulous kind of chaos: singing, giggling, and remembering the absolute commitment of performing with Soul Choir at Canterbury Pride in horizontal rain. It is funny, it is warm, and it sets up a bigger point we cannot shake, showing up matters more than looking perfect while you do it.

From there, we get something properly off our chest: Pilates has exploded on social media, and while we love seeing more people discover movement, we are tired of the flawless, filtered, “picture-perfect” workout videos. Matching nude sets, zero wobbles, zero sweat, zero reality. That version of fitness culture is unrealistic, often edited, and it can stop real people from even starting because they think they do not look right or will do it wrong. We talk about what Pilates is actually for: building strength safely, starting small, and progressing at your own pace.

We also dig into the equipment craze, especially the push to buy a reformer, and how easy it is to chase quick fixes instead of sustainable habits. Then we zoom out to the wider wellbeing space: trainers tearing each other down for clicks, nutrition turning into tribal warfare, and the way tracking and optimisation can suck the joy out of life if we stop listening to our own bodies.

If you have ever felt put off by “perfect” health content online, come and have a laugh with us and leave feeling more empowered. Subscribe, share with a friend, and if you enjoy the conversation, leave us a review and join our free Facebook group.

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Episode 124: Hair Loss Isn't Just About Hair with Kate Holohan

Hair loss can feel like it comes out of nowhere, but the truth is usually more unsettling and more empowering: your body is trying to tell you something. We sit down with Kate Holohan, a certified trichologist and the voice behind Hair Therapy UK, to untangle what’s really going on when your ponytail feels thinner, your scalp shows through, or the shower drain suddenly looks alarming.

We talk about the part nobody warns you about: the emotional weight. Hair is tied to identity, confidence, and how you show up at work, on dates, and in photos. Kate explains why so many women get dismissed with “it’s just stress”, why hair loss is not “vain”, and how hairdressers often spot early changes before you do. We also break down the hair growth cycle, telogen effluvium, and why you may be reacting to something that happened 8 to 12 weeks ago, plus why real improvement takes consistent effort over months rather than days.

Then we get practical and myth-busty: iron and ferritin, thyroid and Hashimoto’s, menopause and perimenopause shifts, cortisol and inflammation, nutrient absorption issues, and the rise of GLP-1 weight loss medications, where under-nutrition can show up fast in your hair. Kate also clears up confusion around DHT, pattern hair loss, and why “just use minoxidil” is not a universal answer. You’ll leave with safer ways to find help, including the Institute of Trichologists clinic finder, and a clearer idea of what questions to ask before spending money on products or treatments.

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Episode 123: Always hungry, even when you swear you’ve eaten “properly”? That nagging appetite can feel like your body is working against you, but it’s often doing the opposite: sending signals that something is missing. We get honest about how easy it is to fall into the constant-snacking loop, especially when life is busy, stress is high, and the cupboard is calling during boring admin.

We break down the most common causes of constant hunger through a practical wellbeing lens: metabolism types, blood sugar dips, and what happens when you do a lot but don’t fuel to match the demand. We talk about why ultra-processed foods keep you coming back for more, why protein makes such a difference to satiety, and how a simple food diary can reveal the gaps fast. You’ll also hear why “hunger” can actually be thirst, why eating too quickly backfires, and how the 20-minute satiety delay catches so many of us out.

Then we widen the lens: sleep debt and sugar cravings, alcohol and the next-day ravenous feeling, perimenopause appetite shifts, stress and cortisol, medication side effects, and even gut microbiome imbalances like Candida that can drive intense sugar cravings. We finish with realistic first steps for better appetite control and steadier energy, including aiming for 20 to 30 grams of protein at breakfast and building meals that support blood sugar balance.

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