In this episode, we dive into what coaching really means beyond the buzzwords, before-and-afters, and recycled advice.

We talk about how we approach coaching inside our programmes, why it’s not therapy (and shouldn’t try to be), and what makes a person-centred, growth-focused approach different from what a lot of people are used to.

Whether you've worked with a coach before or you're thinking about it for the first time, this one’s for anyone who’s ever asked: “What am I actually signing up for?”

We get into:

• The key differences between coaching and therapy

• Why we don’t believe in copy-paste methods

• How we adapt coaching to the person, not the other way around

• Why growth—not healing—is at the core of our work

If you’ve been craving support that sees the whole of you—not just the goal you’ve got on paper—this episode might just hit home.

Where to find us:

Instagram: @taylormadetraining.pt & @vbthept

“I’m not gay, but…”

This week, we’re diving into the wonderfully chaotic world of queer-coded behaviour before we knew we were queer.

From playing as the opposite gender in The Sims, to lurking in gay chatrooms “just out of curiosity” to watching certain videos a little too often, we reflect on all the ways we unknowingly tried to suppress or test our queerness.

We also chat:

• Compulsory heterosexuality (comp het) and how it shaped our early experiences

• The fear of same-gender intimacy going “too far”

• The lack of queer representation growing up, and how that impacted our identity development

• And the moments we look back on and go: “Oh...”

It’s tender. It’s hilarious. It’s extremely gay.

And if you’ve ever had a “wait… am I?” moment, this one’s for you. 🌈💻💋

Where to find us:

Instagram: @taylormadetraining.pt & @vbthept

It’s been a big couple of weeks for birthdays: Toria just hit 30, Lucy’s nephew made his grand entrance (on their late dad’s birthday, no less) and we’re feeling reflective as ever.

In this episode, we dive into life updates, healing journeys and how our relationships with training, food and identity are evolving.

Toria’s officially cleared to play rugby again post-ACL tear, but not without navigating the mental side of recovery. Lucy opens up about shifting away from bodybuilding to prioritise health and how that’s impacted their sense of self.

We also explore:

• The messy post-bodybuilding prep phase and erratic goal chasing

• Experimenting with beliefs instead of blindly accepting them

• Food rules we’re still unlearning and the progress we’re proud of

• Why creativity is the antidote to all-or-nothing thinking

This one’s part therapy, part birthday party. Grab a cuppa (or a slice of cake) and settle in 🧠🍰🏳️‍🌈

Where to find us:

Instagram: @taylormadetraining.pt & @vbthept