Helping triathletes to get stronger, improve their movement quality and eat better so they can feel physically and mentally strong and achieve their racing goals.
Do you remember coach Grant's post about his struggle with depression?https://fitnesssoul.co.uk/kettlebell-coach-grant-talks-about-his-battle-with-depression/It was a true eye-opener for me. I have known Grant for years, and it has never crossed my mind he might be affected by depression. To learn more, we've met and chatted. You can listen to our conversation below:
Dr Andrew Kirkland is a Lecturer in Sport at the University of Stirling. He is a leading expert in endurance performance with a track record of working with high-performance athletes and coaches.
In Feb 2017 Andy had a significant stroke. It was a cryptogenic one, with no particular reason behind it. You can say he was just unlucky. As you can imagine, it was a very traumatic and painful experience. He had to learn how to walk, and for a long time, Andy has lost the ability to do what he loves the most, ride his bike. But he didn't give up. He has managed to channel all his energy on the recovery process.And he did it! Now he describes the stroke as the best thing could ever happen to him: he is wiser, more robust, tougher, more compassionate and mentally fitter human than ever! This is his incredible story.
Distress is a quick stress relief session you can do anywhere and anytime. Do it in the morning or before important meeting, or when you feeling overwhelmed with your to do list.
Chat with Bootcamp coach Richard. Next group starts next Monday, 6th July.Fitness Soul Zootcamp – TRANSFORM your LIFE and finally reach health and fitness goals.https://fitnesssoul.co.uk/bootcamp-edinburgh/
Fun Run - Running Workout with Joanna #6 - This is a Wrap Up - Breathing, Body Position, Speed Play (Fartlek)Welcome to the last episode of the Fun Run series! This is a running workout series which you can take for your run to have a little bit structure and do something different than usual.I recorded it as a simple experiment. I shared it with few people, and they enjoyed it so I am sharing this with you. If this is your first episode, I suggest going back to episode no1.This session is a summary of everything we have learned in the last 5 runs! We are going to go review all the elements: breathing, technique, speed and we will have a speed play too! Hope you enjoy it! I am looking forward to hearing from you.x JoannaGet connected with us!You can find me:https://www.instagram.com/joannafitnesssoul/https://www.instagram.com/fitnesssoul.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/j.e.weintritthttps://www.facebook.com/FitnessSoul/
Welcome to the fun run! This is a running workout series which you can take for your run to have a little bit structure and do something different than usual. I recorded it as a simple experiment. I shared it with few people, and they enjoyed it so I am sharing this with you. The quality of this series should improve witch each next episode. If this is your first episode, I suggest going back to episode no1.This session is about speed and cadence! We are going to analyse what's stopping us from going faster, as well as get our legs to move more quickly. For the link to video and PDF go to the FUN RUN episode no1! And as mentioned start from episode 1 and do them in order.
Welcome to Fitness Soul Podcast. This is Power & Lipstick series where I (Joanna Weintritt) invite inspiring women to share their story. In today's podcast, my guest is Katie Paterson. Katie is a marketing consultant endurance nutter and a Fitmama. I know Katie for over a year as she joined our Fitness Soul gang and Fitmamas classes after having a baby. In this podcast, Katie and I are going back in time a little bit and we are talking about Katie's life before the baby and her amazing journey. Four years ago, Katie and now-husband Euan, embarked on an adventure to cycle around the world. 22,000km, 31 countries, 4 continents, and 11 months later, they arrived back in the UK having powered themselves around the globe with their own two legs. Now living in Leith, with baby Archie, Katie and Euan continue to challenge themselves physically albeit a little closer to home. As well as looking after Archie, Katie has trained as a fitness instructor and hopes to start delivering FitMamas classes to mums locally soon. She also offers flexible freelance marketing and communications support to small business in sport and fitness.In this podcast, we also talk about endurance racing, pushing the limits, about consistency, mindset, being kind for yourself and about getting stronger. We finish off talking about how things changed for her when she became a mum. I hope you enjoy this podcast and it will make you realise that you can achieve and experience things you always dreamed about.You can contact Katie at:Email: hello@kpfreelance.comResources Katie mentioned:Website: https://www.thefreewheelers.co.uk/Blog about FAQs: https://www.thefreewheelers.co.uk/single-post/2016/09/11/How-will-you-get-your-bikes-on-a-plane-And-other-frequently-asked-questions%E2%80%A6Pamir Highway: http://www.worldbiking.info/wordpress/2018/02/guide-cycling-pamir-highway/Loving it Vegan Cookies: https://lovingitvegan.com/vegan-chocolate-cookies/Bicycle touring with kids: http://travellingtwo.com/Get in touch with us:Instagram: @fitnesssoul.co.uk @ joannafitnesssoul Facebook: Like - facebook.com/FitnessSoul/Follow Joanna - https://www.facebook.com/j.e.weintritt
Welcome to the fun run! This is a running workout series which you can take for your run to have a little bit structure and do something different than usual. I recorded it as a pure experiment. I shared it with few people and they enjoyed so I am sharing this with you. The quality of this series should improve witch each next episode. If this is your first episode, I suggest going back to episode no1.This session is about technique! We are going to focus on legs and arms movement but also we will recap what we have learnt before. For the link to video and PDF go to the FUN RUN episode no1!
FUN RUN Session 3Welcome to the fun run! This is a running workout series which you can take for your run to have a little bit structure and do something different than usual. I recorded it as a pure experiment. I shared it with few people and they enjoyed so I am sharing this with you. The quality of this series should improve witch each next episode. This session is about sprinting! You will be going as fast as possible! I also talk about running & menstrual cycle at the end of this run.
FUN RUN Session 2Welcome to the fun run! Welcome to the fun run! This is a running workout series which you can take for your run to have a little bit structure and do something different than usual. I recorded it as a pure experiment. I shared it with few people and they enjoyed so I am sharing this with you. The quality of this series improves witch each next episode. Here is the text of PDF. I mention in the recording.This is a running workout to spice up your run. FUN RUN Session 2Welcome to fun run! Today’s outdoor workout is combination of running, drills and few body weightexercises.What you will need for the workout:- The Smartphone or mp3 player and headphones- Running clothes and shoes- I will ask you to find a bench, tree or stone you can use for a workout but don’t worry if you can’tfind it.Workout Options:15 ish minutes – I am new to running30 ish minutes - I runIf you need a longer session, play the workout twice!Exercises:Walking Lunges *Triceps Dips on the bench, grass or stone *Tree Push Ups (just like normal push ups but hands are on the tree)Stretches:Forward Bend *Quad Stretch *Calf Stretch **If you don’t know what they are check theIf you don’t know what those exercises are, check this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zS3w9-O3v0&feature=youtu.be
FUN RUN Session 1Welcome to the fun run! Welcome to the fun run! This is a running workout series which you can take for your run to have a little bit structure and do something different than usual. I recorded it as a pure experiment. I shared it with few people and they enjoyed so I am sharing this with you. The quality of this series improves witch each next episode. This is a running workout to spice up your run. Here is the text of PDF. I mention in the recording.Today’s outdoor workout is a combination of running, drills and few body weightexercises.What you will need for the workout:- Running clothes and shoes- I will ask you to find a bench, tree or stone you can use- your phone and heaadphonesWorkout Options:15 minutes – I am new to running30 minutes - I runIf you need a longer session, play the workout twice!Exercises:Heel to BumWalking LungesTriceps DipsStretches:Forward BendQuad StretchTriceps StretchCalf StretchIf you don’t know what those exercises are, check this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zS3w9-O3v0&feature=youtu.be
Recently I have been fasting for 3 days, but I wouldn't be able to do it well if not my friend Barbara, who has guided me through it.I wanted to record a podcast with Barbara for a really long time! Barbara is a doctor who works for NHS with patients clinically and in research, she specialises in Rheumatology. Barbara has been fasting for many years. She has an interest in nutrition and lifestyle modifications in health and disease. She is currently finishing her degree as Fasting Therapist.Recording a podcast was totally out of Barbara's comfort zone but after a few months (or years
A great starting point for anyone who would like to start running or get their running to the next level. https://stelmachowski.live/
Fitness Soul coaches discuss the idea of CENTURIONS OLYMPICS. What movements and skills will you need when you are 100? Why do we ask you to squat with the kettlebell?
International Womens Day Sunrise Swim in Portobello, Edinburgh with Donna Giffen. To celebrate women, all we have achieved and strive towards all we still need to achieve.Watch the video on https://youtu.be/PyoGzupQe7E
Two coaches from Fitness Soul take on 6/4/48 David Goggins Challenge.Can they run 6km every 4 hours for 48 hours?
It is the 10th anniversary of Zumba in Edinburgh.We are meeting with Joanna Weintritt, who was first Zumba instructor teaching in the town. That's her story.
A figure ice skater, founder of The Zoë Rose Movement. She helps women feel confident and empowered through fitness.We talk about: - what it takes to become good in ice skating- do the ice-skaters strength train?- why Zoe decided to become a personal trainer- how is she helping women
Most runners struggle with a weak core, lazy glutes and niggling injuries.We help you to get stronger, improve your movement quality and eat better so you can feel physically and mentally strong & achieve all your goals.https://fitnesssoul.co.uk/strong-club/
Our coaches talk about the new Fitness Soul Programme - IRONFIT.Get all the benefits of personal training for a fraction of price with a well-organised, periodized plan created for a small group.https://fitnesssoul.co.uk/ironfit/
This is a story about the highly paid executive who wanted to save the world, so she risked everything, quit her corporate job and now helps the planet one refill at the time.
The story I am going to share with today is very close to my heart. Its is about sport, passion, Olympic Trials, winning, sacrifice, losing, tears and the career ENDING injury. But don't worry, there will be no sad ending. Actually, this career-ending injury was a catalyst which has pushed my today guest on the path of self-improvement.Alex story is very common. I have seen many of my friends being chewed up by the system and their health destroyed.The truth is that in sports, the results are most important.The qualification, the medal, the PB, that's what counts, that what brings you and your coach fame and recognition. Players, as young as 8-10 yrs age are only small cogs in the machine, and when they get injured, they are getting dropped. Sometimes the demanding coach or pushing parent are to be blamed. But sometimes A highly motivated athlete can push himself to the limit, make it or break it attitude is very common.The story of Alex, ex-pro Canadian swimmer wasn't different. He started when I was 8 and went on to make a Junior National Team, Olympic Trials, Swimming International and competing in the NCAA Division 1 in the States.And then he got injured.But the is a happy ending in this story. Even if you are broken, you can rebuild yourself, you can still be active and powerful. Its take time and some work but it is possible. Listen to the podcast to learn what exactly to do.
Focus on basics, master 5 basic movements.
https://fitnesssoul.co.uk/hand-size-portions/How much should I eat?At Fitness Soul we don’t count calories or weigh our food. Instead, we measure our food by hand (as recommended by Precision Nutrition)Hands are:portable – take them to the restaurant, holidaysscaled to the individual – small hands = smaller body = less food
Triathlon lessons from Ian1. Know your race, get prepared, read race reports, study manual, double-check your equipment 2. Have at least 2 race strategies, when everything goes well one and other, less optimistic 3. Spend time on your own, get comfortable with being uncomfortable
Celtman - Extreme Scottish Triathlon. Extreme, long, crazy, epic. Called as you want, it will still kick your ass. It's been almost two months since I've finished the race and I still don't know what to think. Did I enjoy it? Will I do it again? Why do I like to push my body harder and longer? To help me answers those questions, I am meeting with fellow Celtman competitors. We talk about the race, the commitment, the family, the training and afterlife. As my first guest, Richard, three times Celtman, said, those chats are like my private after Celtman therapy. Yes, there is something in it. So if you are thinking about signing up for the Celtman, or if you are just interested in long endurance racing and it impacts on the human body and mind, you will love those chats!https://strengthfortriathlon.com/
* What specific strength training routines help benefit strength for the swim portion of the triathlon.* How do you build swim strength - is it gained from pool time or are there any specific land-based exercises to improve performance.Chat with coach Alex McLaren about the importance of strength training for better swimming.
Celtman training tips. What to be aware of? How difficult it really is? What should I include in the training?
Interested in Triathlon? Visit my new project, Strength For Triathlon. https://strengthfortriathlon.com/I've recently met with John to talk about the Celtman. I've signed up for the race, and I wanted to find out what it takes!Grit & Passion podcast with the legend, Celtman organiser John Whittaker!Do you race Celtman this year?Do you know what it takes?Is it different than the regular Ironman Distance Triathlon?How to train?What your supporters need to be aware of?How to have fun?
In today's podcast, I am meeting with Donna Giffen – Zumba Educational Specialist. Fitness Presenter Actor, Singer, Teacher, Speaker, Life Coach, Writer, Nature Junkie, Universe Lover-We are talking about how she has started her Soul Barn business.- About affirmation, gratitude and power of words, how they affect us and make us better-Meditation and Easy ways to meditate- Self-care-Why nature is an important part of our lives-About food and why Donna has stopped eating wheat, processed sugar, yeast, dairy, meat and why she has converted to wholefood and plant-based diet.Happy Listening!Here is where you can find Donna:http://thesoulworks.orgwww.doyogawithme.comthat site has great meditations toothat one has the meditation i spoke about (its 20 minutes) http://silentjourney.com/uk/free-guided-meditation.html?go=1and another really good one, we talked about linking emotions/feeling states with the breath.... his is beautiful and very short...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTJrIBuJ_NQon The Soul Works website soon will be a whole platform filled with great content and downloadable goodies for for wellness
The Supermum on the fitness journey.
speech therapy specialist, kettlebell instructor at Fitness Soul and the rock band member!
Joanna: ''I love my life as fitness presenter, CEO of Fitness Soul, healthy eating ambassador and traveller''.
Blogger, runner and beer enthusiast! Check out Lesley's blog: letstalkscotland.com/
hi, my name is Leszek, and this is The People of Fitness Soul Series. In each episode, we will learn a little bit more about coaches and members of Fitness Soul, an independent gym in Edinburgh, Scotland. Are you ready for our next guest? Let's do it!
This time I am being interviewed! In this episode, you will find out what makes me tick, why I become a fitness instructor and personal trainer, why I love a good, hard challenge and also what's my favorite movie!
How to train in the Winter? What to focus on? Long and steady or short and intense?
I live and work in beautiful Edinburgh. An artist and sometimes a Triathlete. www.lynnhanley.com
My name is Ciara Webb, I’m 35, and I’ve been a member of Edinburgh Triathletes for four years (I think). I’m really good at making mittens and running away from difficult situations, and pretty awful at cooking and getting out of bed in the mornings (I used to love the Friday morning swim session but the older I get the sleepier I am!). Outside of triathlon (yes, there is a time in my week when I’m not at a training session!) I organise Portobello parkrun, play in an orchestra, and Irish dance.
Jennifer Bedford is Edinburgh based triathlete. She has won this year Loch Gu Loch SwimRun Race and she is a finisher of Celtman Extreme Scottish Triathlon. ''I like the challenge and doing something and getting to the end off it. Start small and you just progress. And I would never have thought I would be able to do long distance triathlon, never mind the extreme one!'' Visit Jenny's blog: http://www.jenwaar.com
"To be fit, healthy and to live life to the full whatever I do." Our today's guest, Mike Brown, argues that the sport of triathlon is virtually for everyone. I agree!!!! :) Grit & Passion Podcast #4, Mike Brown. On the next episode, we will have this year Loch-gu-loch winner, Jennifer Bedford. New episode every Tuesday!
''As a 49-year-old Vegan Buddhist, I'm a firm believer in Cause and effect, and I always try and leave a positive and honest impression on everyone I meet. I am quite self-deprecating but fiercely determined when it comes to achieving personal goals.'' David Scott Revel - Ironman 70.3 Edinburgh
''Everyone got to start somewhere, and wherever you start, you will always find someone at your level.'' I'm just an average bloke, intrigued and inspired by the feats of endurance that the human body can accomplish. So from time to time like to see if it's possible for an average bloke like myself try some of this stuff. I just love being outdoors be it shredding the trails on my mountain bike or enjoying the therapy of a long run - I very much work to live not the other way around. UKCC Level 1 qualified triathlon coach aiming to get as many people involved in the sport as I can. Happy to help anyone not just triathletes get involved in the sport. Richard Frickleton https://about.me/richardfrickleton
''...I just want to do as well as I possibly can... This is a great thing about triathlons, you only race yourself...''Bruce Wilson is Edinburgh Triathletes Athlete. He has finished Celtman 2017 in very high 17 place.
“As a chiropractor every day is as rewarding as it is challenging. I am very grateful to be able to help people from all walks of life achieve their health, sporting and life goals.” Gary Blackwood
Tour de force of The Scottish endurance scene, John Whittaker is involved in many sports projects: Glasgow 2018, silentrunningscotland and Celtman Extreme Scottish Triathlon to name few.
Great chat with Craig Coull from You Can Sport about triathlons, swimming, eating and living a healthy life. Craig is an endurance athlete, triathlon coach and personal trainer.
Founder, CEO and Director of Access Parkour. Movement Enthusiast. Massive Nerd.
Ali Wyllie: Happy-go-lucky, trail and ultra runner, vegan, dog obsessed and avid canicrossers. Co-founder of Cani-Sports Edinburgh and founder and director of Run the Sights. http://runthesights.co.uk/ http://canisportsedinburgh.co.uk/
Owain Williams is a Scottish runner sponsored by ashmei http://www.runningbeside.me/
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