Ed is a brilliant life-changing coach for gay and queer men. We've been working together supporting each other's clients for a year now and he's become a friend.

He's VERY DIRECT but tbh most of the time, that's what's missing.

In this episode we discuss...

- The Jetski Test
- How he didn't know what life coaching was... Until he needed it
- How his first gay experience brought on deep shame
- The difference between therapy and coaching
- How and why he loves to help people and will be doing so as long as he lives

Amazing quotes from Ed:

"Cats?! They don't give a f*ck!"
"No one gets to 'done'. Focus on enjoying the movement and THAT'S actually 'done'"
"I am not my thoughts"
"Our gay adversities are an opportunity to become more free, more powerful and greater people"

Find out more about Ed's coaching here: https://www.brownbearcoaching.com/

Join Ed's brilliant community here: https://www.skool.com/brown-bear-skool/about

If you're feeling stuck, spinning your wheels, working out but not consistently and not seeing the progress you deserve...

You need GROW - https://go.fitteryou.net/grow

It's the signature FCY plan that will take you through to January 2026.

Imagine a clear path ahead that will help you get strong, confident - in all aspect of your life - healthy, happy and in a fitness routine you love.

Come join the GROW gang - you've got til 1st May to join us!

https://go.fitteryou.net/grow

It turns out, Colin is King of the Soundbites - this was such a fun chat, we end up exploring...

- the power of dance
- how to find your place in the world
- people-pleasing... And how to get over it
- why being 'other' can be your super-power
- rainbow ceilings (not as pretty as they sound!)
- the history of The Two Brewers (famous London nightclub!)

"I look at my life as an extended journey of self-discovery" - WOW.

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Colin is an influential leader in the Facilities Management Sector, known for his commitment to EDI - with particular focus on the LGBTQIA+ Community.

His role as Operations Director at Pareto FM has been pivotal in driving excellence, shaping strategic direction and supporting growth. Cementing Pareto's position as an industry leader and disrupter in the areas of ESG and Social Impact.

Colin also holds positions as Co-Chair of the LGBT+ in FM Network and on the EDI Steering Group for IWFM, through which he has influenced policy and engagement with the LGBTQIA+ Community - plus secured funding for various Prides, Events and Initiatives.

Colins efforts have earned him recognition as Inspirational Role Model 2024 at the Rainbow Honours, being named on the Pride Power List 2024, Diversity Champion (Highly Commended) at the European Diversity Awards, Outstanding Contribution Award 2024 by Workplace Leaders and Diversity Champion (Finalist) at the British Diversity Awards 2025.

If you're feeling stuck, spinning your wheels, working out but not consistently and not seeing the progress you deserve...

You need GROW - https://go.fitteryou.net/grow

It's the signature FCY plan that will take you through to January 2026.

Imagine a clear path ahead that will help you get strong, confident - in all aspect of your life - healthy, happy and in a fitness routine you love.

Come join the GROW gang - you've got til 1st May to join us!

https://go.fitteryou.net/grow

You're going to love getting to know Chris O'Neill, one of the brilliant Fitter Confident You Success Coaches. We discuss:

- why and how so many of us feel we have to hide who we are at school
- that he's now working at the gym where he first got into strength-training
- why getting sobers has helped him live more authentically

and... Taylor Swift. And Cats.

Tuck in!

Chris is a New York City based trainer and current Fitness Director of Speakeasy of Strength, Brooklyn.

Though an avid runner and kettlebell enthusiast, he tries not to do both at the same time as much as possible.

When not in the gym (a phrase that younger Chris cannot believe is a descriptor involving him) he can be found singing, acting, sitting on the beach on Fire Island, or trying not to acquire more cats.

His love for Taylor Swift knows no bounds (in fact he's known at the gym as Coach Swift), and he sincerely hopes that you don't ever find yourself "down bad, crying at the gym.

If you're feeling stuck, spinning your wheels, working out but not consistently and not seeing the progress you deserve...

You need GROW - https://go.fitteryou.net/grow

It's the signature FCY plan that will take you through to January 2026.

Imagine a clear path ahead that will help you get strong, confident - in all aspect of your life - healthy, happy and in a fitness routine you love.

Come join the GROW gang - you've got til 1st May to join us!

https://go.fitteryou.net/grow