Over 40s Fitness with Tristan Lowe

In this timely episode I look at the current state of poor physical and mental health, as a result of habitual watching of tv streaming channels....in this case NETFLIX. Let's consider the following statistics, regarding Netflix subscribers. The current average UK subscription costs £9.50 per month, equating to £114 per year. Given the average unbroken subscription time of 4 years, this stands at £455 minimum, rising higher as the costs will inevitably increase. Now, the average watch time sits at 1.5 hours per day, equating to 546 hours per year. This is separate from additional sedentary time spent watching other streaming channels, of which often households are locked in to at least one more (Amazon, Disney, Sky, HBO, Paramount, HULU) to name a few. Consider the calories consumed whilst binge watching Netflix and you have a slow but guaranteed health decline, by way of excess weight gain, increased body fat levels, increased visceral fat, decreased muscle mass, decreased skeletal strength poor posture, poor eyesight and low levels of natural serotonin. If we invested the lost time and money to Netflix and spent it exercising, sleeping well, learning new healthy cooking skills and enjoying the great outdoors, we would become healthier, fitter, stronger and possibly 'happier'. What's not to like? Well Netflix is far easier to start and become addicted to, as the company spends millions on tracking our watching habits and therefore gives us more of what the algorithms suggest. Starting to walk everyday, swim, lift weights, cook healthy meals and go to bed earlier is far more daunting than the 60 seconds it takes to download Netflix and subsequently there is the instant gratification of watching a 24 hour supply of tv, compared to the time served, long process of losing excess weight and improving our diets. My advice as a professional personal trainer is to take some time out from watching tv subscriptions and do what it takes to get yourself fit and healthy.....THEN, when you have achieved your goals, perhaps go back and enjoy a Saturday night movie with your loved ones. Watch the full episode on YouTube.Listen on Spotify or Amazon Music Feel free to subscribe and comment, I'll be happy to reply. Thanks for listening.

In this discussion I look at why its important to monitor your alcohol consumption, for health reasons. A unit of alcohol is classed under the following ratings, of which can vary in different parts of the world. 8mg / 10ml of ETHANOL (half a pint of beer or lager) or (25ml of vodka, whisky, gin) or (50ml of wine, port, sherry). Consumption of alcohol is widely known to be detrimental to your physical, mental and emotional health. An alarmingly high percentage of the UK population drink alcohol, in not only social events, but also at home and or the workplace. Both sedentary and active people alike drink alcohol as either a mild relaxant or even to give an ill advised anti depressant effect. However, it's actually a depressant, of which leads to acute, then eventually chronic dependency, as our mind and body crave the initial buzz, followed by the temporary high, then obligatory comedown the next morning. Our vital organs are sent into a physiological panic, as the alcohol enters our bloodstream, with a varied time scale before the effects actually take place on our brain. It can take up to one hour for a single unit to have its full effect on our cognitive skills, heart rate and digestion, of which usually we have had more units within this time frame, compounding the long term effects to come. In this episode, I list signs you may have alcohol dependency, so please take some time to consider if any of the warning signs resonate with you? Watch the full episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify or Amazon Music. Feel free to comment and subscribe to the channel, for more free content. Thanks for listening

In this short episode, I remind you to keep your new healthy nutrition plans simple. We are only seven weeks into the new year and subsequently some are still contemplating making changes to their diets / eating habits. Nutrition is a vast subject, of which would take a multitude of episodes to barely scratch the surface. With this in mind, as a personal trainer, I often suggest clients keep their weight loss or body fat reduction plans simple, when it comes to the early stages of nutrition changes. It's tempting for new clients to over analyze their weekly food shop, with the influx of internet trends and social media marketing of the next 'superfood' or 'magic formula supplement'. My advice is to avoid overthinking and make a relatively small list of foods to buy and consume on a consistent basis, at least until you have made inroads into weight management. Factoring in your preferences for taste or any allergies, its way easier to maintain a healthy diet, given less options, rather than too many to chose from, which can lead to stagnation and even resorting back to poor choices. As you become disciplined with your nutrition, its okay to add a cheat meal or dine out once a month to enjoy eating, as you now course correct instantly and continue with your basic calorie consumption. Regarding supplementation, always ensure your actual food intake habits are dialed in before purchasing exotic sounding drinks, pills, tablets and potions, promising to make you look and perform better. Money is often wasted on supplements, as its far more exciting or time saving, than food shopping and preparation, given our hectic lifestyles and schedules. Take into account, you are still relatively new to a healthy diet and subsequently your body may be slow to change, as we all respond differently, given our starting points (weight, height, shape, sex, professions and sleep habits). Supplements can be addressed at a later stage, as you'll now be more aware of your physiology, through basic, safe and consistency in the kitchen. Should you give in to temptation and load up on supplements too early into your new healthy diet, it can create confusion as to what makes the most changes and perhaps lead you down the path of searching for your next fix of fat loss pills or slimming wonder drinks. Make a list, add your tuna and bananas and get to it. Trust me you'll develop a healthy relationship with food, rather than becoming obsessed over too many choices. Watch the short episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify or Amazon Music. Feel free to comment and subscribe to the channel. Thanks for listening.

Remaining clam is both a natural physiological state and a chosen way of mind, so to speak. Our temperament and or emotional states are subject to a barrage of factors, which in laymen's terms can be extrinsic or intrinsic, meaning external or internal. From our relationships with people and where we live, to our personal self care, by way of sleep, nutrition and exercise, achieving levels of calm can for some come easy and others, not so much. Upon visiting four countries in Asia, South Korea, Nepal, Japan and China I saw how the use of candles of all description, are implemented into daily rituals, for holistic purpose. I myself enjoy the calming effect and smell of candles, in the home, allowing for a sensation of nervous system balance. With the advent of technology devices, increased working hours, ultra processed foods and physical inactivity, we are constantly putting our nervous system under pressure, which in turn can lead to a sense of anxiety or unease. Regular strength training and cardiovascular exercise are some of the best antidotes to stress induced states, as increased blood flow and oxygen uptake help to trigger our parasympathetic nervous system, post workouts. Coupled with quality nutrition, by way of whole foods, low sugar intake and hydration, our ability to control our nerves, emotions and even behavior is improved. We can add extrinsic solutions to help us calm down, through relaxing music, plants, a decluttered home / work environment, regulated ambient temperatures and even color pallets. Finally.....last but by all means not least, sexual intercourse or intimacy is a sure fire way to destress and calm ourselves down, so get to it folks and thank me later. Watch the full episode on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Subscribe to the channel for more free content. Thanks for listening.

In this episode I discuss the dilemma / decision regarding training when unwell and or injured. Throughout our fitness journeys we are predisposed to a multitude of ailments, through poor technique in the gym, contact sports, overtraining, inadequate nutrition, sleep deprivation and even poor genetics. Coupled with respiratory illness, musculoskeletal disfunction, hereditary disease and self abuse, by way of alcohol consumption or narcotic dependency, we are bombarded with unwanted aches, pains and symptoms, which left unchecked can give rise to chronic fatigue syndrome, when also playing sports or fitness training. But....all is not lost, as there is usually an alternative route or approach to continuing with your training. Example - You have tennis or golfers elbow, with long term moderate pain to acute severe pain, whereby it's easy to concede and stop exercising, thinking the rest will speed up recovery. Now you're in a rut of exercise avoidance and possibly gaining weight / body fat, as you continue to consume your normal calorific intake, whilst missing workouts. Solution - Train your legs, abdominals and lungs, with running, swimming, walking, hiking. You can also still hit the gym, allowing for neutral grip during pulling movements for back are rear shoulder strength exercises. Try using lighter weights with higher repetitions instead, until your elbow / forearm pain is reduced by at least 75%, with time and remedial treatments. Should you fall victim to cold or flu, my advice is light exercise and complete bed rest respectively. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is not to be taken lightly, as it can take months to fully recover, with not only musculoskeletal issues, but also jeopardized immune and or nervous systems. Look for early warning signs, such as erratic sleep, over eating, under eating, emotional imbalance, lowered libido (sex drive), poor decision making and of course poor results in the gym or sports field. Take five to seven days off from weight training every eight weeks, but still continue with short walks, quality sleep and nutrition. Go back to training feeling more refreshed and possibly less strain on your muscles, ligaments and tendons. Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Amazon. Thanks for listening.

In this short discussion, I cover why and how your fitness plays a major factor in your physical appearance. Our aesthetics are there for all to see, of which people use their eyes and brain to make a decision instantly, often without too much time and thought. From new born babies and toddlers to teenagers and fully grown adults, we are constantly judged by our appearance, prior to our personality. This is a human reaction, which essentially is in place to give us feedback. The age old saying of 'beauty is in the eye of the beholder' may come in handy when it suits us, however if this is always the case, men and women would actively seek out, date, marry and start families with physically unattractive opposites. Unhealthy, overweight men are by definition, not first in the pecking order when it comes to being selected for fatherhood, as evolution has given women the ability to make an instant decision, for mate selection and subsequently, procreation. In the workplace, we do our best to make an effort at job interviews, from wearing a suit and tie to cutting our hair, as we want to make an impression during the recruitment phase, Women might take extra care with cosmetics and men will ordinarily double check our shoes are clean. These examples are repeated throughout our lives, of which we learn what to improve on, based on the reaction of others in the dating and employment world respectively. Exercise is crucial in improving or maintaining a physically pleasing physique. Our posture, bodyweight and facial structure all benefit from regular strength based and cardiovascular workouts. Blood circulation can give us a more fresh and healthy pallor. Increased muscle tone improves our posture and gait. Now factor in a reduced waistline, in both men and women, which after facial structure, is according to studies is a instant giveaway in mate selection. Quality sleep and nutrition are essential in our battle to maintain good looks, so it might be time to take stock of your diet and bedtime habits. What do you think about this subject? Watch the episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Thanks for listening.

In this episode, we look into why it's essential to train our legs for fitness, health and longevity. Our legs are the largest and longest limbs on our body and subsequently require regular physical stimulation, by way of strength training, daily function and remedial attention. Consisting of large muscle groups, namely the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves and glutes, our legs are responsible for keeping us upright, balanced and mobile, exclusive of the core muscle groups. They make up at least 50% of our entire body mass, with not only muscles, but bones, ligaments, tendons and fluids, of which 'fun fact' we have two legs.... When starting out in your exercise journey, it's important to factor in varied, safe and effective leg strengthening movements, comprising of both bi-lateral and uni-lateral exercises. Squats, deadlifts, lunges, hip raises and calve presses are ordinarily the staple strength sets required to make noticeable changes to your physique and in certain instances, performance in sports. Bodyweight movements can be an ideal starting point, for beginners, with technique paramount, prior to progressing onto free weights and or machines. Simple plans, such as bodyweight squats, lunges, hip raises, box step ups, stationary bike and hill / incline treadmill walking are great introductions to stimulating your legs and lungs respectively. Start out with 2 to 3 bodyweight leg workouts per week, for approximately 4 weeks running, progressing onto adding light free weights for mild to moderate overload, for weeks 5 to 8. Try muti directional planes of movement, such as lateral and reverse to assist in improving your balance and cognitive skills. TRX SUSPENSION TRAINING is a great fitness aid for multi directional strength sessions, without excess strain on your nervous system, normally associated with barbell squats, deadlifts etc. Your muscles will give you feedback in the early stages, with mild to moderate soreness and tightness, often experienced in the glutes and hamstrings, so ensure you add both dynamic stretches in your warm up and static stretching post workout. Static stretches can be done the following day, if you're stuck for time in strength workouts. Aim for 2 sets of 15 to 30 second holds and ensure you breath slowly and purposefully to allow your nervous system to govern the range of movement / intensity of the stretch mechanism. Consume adequate amounts of protein and increase your water intake to speed up recovery and keep your joints lubricated. Within 8 to 12 weeks, your legs should start to take on a better appearance, with more lean and shapely glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps and calves. Additionally your abdominal region will be stronger and in some cases look flatter, depending on your starting bodyweight, fat levels, genetics and nutritional adherence. Right....its time to start training your lower body and reap the rewards in the short term, but more importantly the long term gains as we age. Watch the full video on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Please like and subscribe to the channel for more free content. Thanks for listening.

In the short episode, I share the five initial steps you should cover, when starting out on your new health kick. The steps listed here might not be the most obvious, however as a professional personal trainer I've learned a few genuine hacks to help build good, healthy habits and equally important, slowly rid yourself of bad habits. Thanks for listening.

In this episode I share my thoughts and experiences on all things Personal Training. As a professional in the health industry, we are both qualified and obligated to provide, structure, advice, programs and at times, empathy and or sympathy. Personal Training is a full time profession, weather we work from a private premises, health club, leisure center or home. We are constantly thinking of ways to ensure clients stay on track with their health and fitness, by way of reading articles, practicing various aspects of physical fitness, attending workshops and seminars and learning from our clients. We can refer clients to other health care professionals, such as GPs, Physiotherapists, Surgeons, Dieticians, Chiropractors and Remedial Therapists, to ensure he or she receives the appropriate diagnosis and treatments respectively. The most common request from new clients, during the consultation is weight management and or body fat reduction, of which subsequently can be a mid to long term relationship, depending on a range of factors, from the amount of weight to lose and developing a healthy, educated mindset, to learning fitness techniques and nutritional adherence. A client can start or stop their training appointments whenever they choose to, with of course an open door to return to training, as and when required. When embarking on your Personal Training journey, the client should be made aware he or she has an obligation to attend their booked and paid for appointment with the trainer and do their upmost to avoid cancellations or no shows, which can lead to a break down in the professional relationship and at times even a no return policy ensuing. Whilst this is seldom the case, its always good to clarify expectations at the start and therefore reap the rewards of your fitness goals. So, with this in mind, it's time you made the decision and investment into your health and wellbeing for year ahead. Good luck and feel free to subscribe to my channel for more future content. Watch the episode on YouTube or hop over to Spotify and Amazon Music. Thanks for listening.

In this short episode, I remind you to take stock of your health and fitness in the new year and beyond. It's January and once again and we're faced with the post Christmas blues, from returning to work and dealing with stress, to stepping on the bathroom scales or detoxing our bodies from festive excess. As a professional Personal Trainer, I'm often asked what's the best way to start the new year, regarding fitness.....find out here what I suggest. Watch the short video on YouTube, listen on Spotify or Amazon Music. Please like, comment and subscribe to the channel for more free content. Thanks for listening.

In this short discussion, I get to grinch on all things healthy at Christmas. Check out my five easy tips, to help maintain your health and fitness during the festive holidays. Some you may already have in the bag, so to speak, however you can always try adding a simple and effective discipline to your pre existing routines. Don't put off 'getting fit and healthy' until the new year....we still have 2 weeks to go folks. Watch the short video on YouTube, listen on Spotify or Amazon Music. Please subscribe to the channel to help me reach my 100 subscriber target, it's really appreciated. Thanks for listening.

My guest in this episode is Vandana Mistry, director of WellGen. We discuss her specialist services within the health and wellness sector, providing regeneration therapy, by way of using cold atmospheric plasma (CAP). What is Cold Atmospheric Plasma (CAP)? Plasma, the fourth state of matter, is an ionised gas composed of charged particles. Cold Atmospheric Plasma (CAP) operates at room temperature and is known for its antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. It promotes tissue regeneration, contributing to a healthier body environment. Based in Lincoln UK, WellGen is available to a multitude of clients / users and as such we are fortunate enough to host Vanda on this podcast, where I do my best to delve into the benefits and applications of the human regeneration jet technology provided. I'd like to thank Vandana for her valuable insights and wish both her and all involved at WellGen the best for 2026 and beyond. Watch the full episode on YouTube, listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Thanks for listening.

In this episode, my returning guest is Marc Finney, based in Northampton UK. Marc is currently working with wide range of men, in personal training, of which aged 50 and over are increasing. We cover a multitude of topics, from weight loss jabs and rehabilitation to the phycology of gauging what's right or wrong for an individual client. Watch the full episode on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Feel free to subscribe and comment. Thanks for listening.

In this short episode I remind all to NOT delay your health improvements to January, with your 'new year new me' slogan all over social media. It's November now, with approximately 6 weeks until the new year, which gives you more than adequate time to start exercising now. Coupled with an immediate change to your nutrition and sleeping habits can pay noticeable dividends by December 31st. 5 to 6 weeks of abstinence from processed foods, alcohol, sugary drinks, smoking, vaping and zero exercise is a doable time frame to start your new year with a healthier body composition, better cardiovascular output and posture. Start now folks and get ahead of the curve, by walking everyday, lifting weights, swimming, cycling, yoga or pilates. Any of the above exercise suggestions will get you feeling good or even great for the festive week and new years eve. You can watch the episode on YouTube, listen on Spotify or Amazon Music. Please subscribe to the channel for more free content. Thanks for listening.

In this episode my guest is Steve Norton, a business finance specialist, based in Lincolnshire UK. Steve kindly shares his stories from managing a high street bank to working with clients, providing financial solutions and funding. I first met Steve at a local monthly morning business club, where he requested a personal training consultation with me, eventually leading to a weekly private one to one appointment for excess weight / body fat reduction. We have already achieved a weight loss of eighteen pounds and counting, alongside increased strength, mobility and flexibility. As a keen golfer, Steve's new and improved health statistics have complimented his game, with better musculoskeletal strength and core stability. A serious health scare (mini stroke) was the catalyst for his life changing decisions, of which I am grateful to be part of the journey. Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Please subscribe to the free channel for more content on all things health and fitness. Thanks for listening.

Following on from my previous episode, I look at five additional signs / symptoms you are unfit. As before, if any resonate with you, or someone you know, it might help to address the particular sign and discuss it with your physician or therapist of choice. Always seek a professional opinion prior to taking steps to reduce or eventually stop the issue concerned. Watch the short episode on YouTube, listen on Spotify or Amazon Music. Please feel free to subscribe to the channel for more future content. Thanks for listening.

In this short discussion, we look at easily identifiable signs your are unfit or lacking in the fundamental aspects of physical fitness. The five I've chosen are likely not the first things that spring to mind for those listening here, but please take into account, as a professional personal trainer, I see and hear of the five listed on a regular basis. Should you experience one or more of the signs, my suggestion is to address the issue sooner rather than later and hopefully rectify the issue in question. Good luck and stay healthy Watch the episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify. Feel free to subscribe and comment on any of the previous episodes, I'll be happy to reply. Thanks for listening.

During a 4 week break from my channel, I travelled across China with two of my friends on a health conscious trip from Hong Kong to the Hunan Province, finally finishing in Shanghai. Whilst away I used the hotel gyms and swimming pools to maintain strength and cardiovascular fitness. Targeting multi joint movements, from front squats and pull ups to reverse lunges and incline chest press, my workouts were kept short on time, approximately 45 minutes maximum, including warm up, ensuring I stayed focused and ready for the days out exploring China. Whilst travelling it's essential to fuel my body with healthy calories, especially in the morning, allowing for constant energy throughout long, hot and active days. Breakfast consisted of three dishes, including oats, fruit, eggs, sweet potatoes, yoghurts and nuts/seeds, During the day, as my friends and I were exploring, we had to agree on what to eat for lunch, which usually was a mix of Chinese home grown dishes, ranging from meats and vegetables to dim sum and rice. Evening meals were similar to lunch, with the odd desert, as we were on a holiday after all. As for alcohol, I had 1 beer in each of the three locations, which was essentially a treat, rather than the traditional English man abroad bingeing sessions. Whilst in the mountainous region of Hunan, we walked up and down thousands of steps and embarked on a climbing excursion, requiring strength, flexibility, mobility and agility. Finally I had three deep tissue massages to help recover from fatigue and repetitive strain to knees and feet. Add to this an impromptu visit to an ear doctor to have my ears cleaned out, as I experienced uncomfortable / painful ear compressions during one of the internal flights. Upon the 15 hour non stop flight home, I walked the length of the plane at least four times, with regular joint movements and stretches, increasing blood flow and digestion. That's it....my healthy travels to China in a nutshell, so remember to do likewise on your next overseas trip folks. Healthy travel to all Please feel free to subscribe to my YouTube channel or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Thanks for listening.

In this short episode I discuss why it's important to maintain a strong and healthy back. Back muscles are a complex group of tissues supporting the spine and enabling movement, categorized into extrinsic (superficial and intermediate) and intrinsic (deep) layers. Key extrinsic muscles like the trapezius and latissimus dorsi move the arms and scapulae, while the intrinsic muscles, such as the erector spinae, stabilize the vertebral column, control posture, and facilitate spinal movement.   Essentially our back is the body's chassis and therefor must be kept in good working order, for both function and believe it or not - aesthetics. Its primary movement is a pulling action, which we use for a multitude of actions, from moving small household objects and doors to furniture or free weights / resistance based machines. A large number of in patients to GP surgeries, hospitals or private clinics have acute or chronic back pain, of which often could have been avoided or at the very least greatly reduced by way of quality strength, mobility and flexibility exercises. Sedentary workers and predisposed are to back pain and poor posture, as days, weeks, months or years of sitting down take its toll on the spine and surrounding muscle groups, due to inactivity, leading to decreased blood circulation and atrophy (muscle wasting) in the glutes, hamstrings and entire musculature of the back and shoulders. Avoiding this inevitable decline in posture, strength and functionality can be put into motion straight away, with a simple exercise plan at home, the local gym or a private personal trainer. Within 4 weeks of commencing a structured and safe back strengthening program, you'll feel stronger and even look better as you stand taller, with your shoulders back and chin up. Men can benefit from training the back as we develop a wider upper torso, or a 'V shaped look' as our lats, traps, rhomboids and erector spinae muscles grow in size and narrow towards the waist. This shape is physiologically proven to be healthier and more pleasing to the eye. Look after your back folks...we only get one. Watch the episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify or Amazon Music. Feel free to subscribe to the channel and share it with someone, who might benefit from the content. Thanks for listening.

In this short discussion, I share my thoughts on why all men, young and old should participate in various forms of chest / pectoral exercises, or better yet...just do press ups. During a recent routine visit to my GP, I sat in the waiting room for approximately fifteen minutes, whereby on two occasions I saw parents bringing their son's in. Both boys were overweight with clearly visible excess fatty tissue on their upper torsos, namely the chest area / pectorals. The build up of fat in their chest area, was so advanced, given their age (about 12 to 13 years) that even with t shirts on, it was unhealthy at worst and unsightly at best. Hopefully the parents were taking them to the GP with this physiological issue in mind. The correct term for this is condition is Gynecomastia an imbalance of the hormones estrogen and testosterone in men or boys, causing the appearance of female breast tissue in the chest. To fix gynecomastia, lifestyle changes like exercise and diet may help, but the condition often requires medical intervention. Treatments include medication for hormonal imbalances, and for more persistent cases, surgical options like liposuction (to remove fat) or mastectomy (to remove glandular tissue) may be considered.  Exercise or more specifically strength based movements, from bodyweight resistance to free weights are essential to assist with the fight against the dreaded 'man boobs' condition, which is currently on the increase. Here's where PRESS UPS or PUSH UPS can help reduce the build up of excess fatty tissue here. Whilst this healthy intervention may not be 100% guaranteed to rid men's body's of Gynecomastia, it will certainly improve strength and aesthetics. The best things about press ups, are they're free to do and take little to zero set up and instruction. HOW TO START PRESS UPS - Start with 2 to 3 sets of 10 to 15 repetitions, 3 times per week, ideally with only your hands and toes / balls of feet in contact with the floor. Should you find this too challenging to start with, try putting your knees on the floor, to help, effectively reducing the amount of weight / resistance, until you are strong enough to go back onto your feet. Lower your torso by flexing elbows to 90 degrees, or if feeling strong enough, lower down until your chest touches the floor. Exhale as you press back up to the starting position, maintaining a straight body from head to toe. By week 2, aim for 3 sets of 12 to 20 reps, maintaining good form as always. Your chest, triceps, front shoulders, upper back and core strength will definitely be getting stronger already, as you will be experiencing rapid physiological adaptations, being that you are new to this superb strength based bodyweight exercise. When you can competently complete 3 sets of 20 reps, try adding slow descent and fast ascents to restimulate the muscles involved. Good luck and get to it......TODAY Watch the episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Please feel free to comment and share this with someone you think might benefit from the content. Thanks for listening.

In this short but insightful episode I share my thoughts on why physically overweight men in the UK make weekend pilgrimages to shopping outlets, in this case, IKEA. This week I myself visited IKEA'S Nottingham outlet to purchase their well known shelving units and witnessed a deluge of overweight to obese men between the ages of approximately 20 to 60 years of age. As a professional Personal Trainer, my optics generally gauge the amount of excess bodyweight and or body fat a person is carrying, of which the current state of personal physical health among men in the UK is rapidly increasing to startling levels. There may be a multitude of factors, as to why low barrier to entry shopping outlets are popular with unhealthy men, however in this particular discussion, I'll contribute my reasoning, that of a possible distraction from poor health and of course IKEA's carefully planned out structure of it's retail stores. The colorful grotto like sections make a welcome, short term alleviation, from the chronic discomfort and even painful acceptance of physiological disorders and or disease. Consider this comparison....a smoker uses nicotine gum or patches in his quest for eventual cessation of guaranteed health decline, in the way of cancer, coronary heart disease and organ failure. A man addicted to alcohol consumption might turn to exercise or join a therapy group in his journey towards sobriety. Both smoking and alcohol addictions are seriously damaging to men's quality of life and as such we take steps to undoing the aforementioned health implications, but obesity is considered by some a touchy or 'off limits' subject to broach with a friend, family member or work colleague, largely due to it's connection to low levels of emotional or academic intelligence. This commonplace and socially awkward conversation can give rise to unchecked health readings, by way of avoiding GP visits, or good intention based enquiries from loved ones. Months can lead to years of borderline indifference to expanding waistlines and shortness of breath, to name but a few. So, what we now have are swathes of 20 to 60 something year old's frequenting shopping retail parks in search of that colorful distraction from their inevitable decline in health. A final word of encouragement from me gents...yes you should still from time to time indulge in a bit of retail therapy, only after you have invested in your physical and mental improvements first. Trust me, the new furniture or shiny new kitchen units will undoubtedly feel better with less unwanted body fat and a stronger, healthier heart. Please feel free to share my musings with someone you think might benefit from any one of the catalogue of episodes. Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Thanks for listening.

My guest in this episode is Dan Jones, a Lincoln based Nutritionist, who kindly shares his story from education to professional services. Dan initially embarked on a career in forensic science, prior to his interest and subsequent studies towards a qualification in nutrition science. Find out how cream cakes are tested for nutritional values and how to gauge labels on processed foods. Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Thanks for listening.

In this short episode I look at why it's important to choose quality running shoes. With today's multi billion pound industry in running shoes / sneakers, we have oodles of choice, when it comes to size, fit, cost and look. Our feet and ankles are essentially our brakes and tyres and therefore we should take interest and precaution regarding our spending plans for fitness attire. Listen to the full episode here and feel free to share this with someone you think might benefit from it.

In this short discussion, I reflect on reaching 100 episodes of my podcast on all things health and fitness. We look at why, how and when I started this channel and what I've learned along the way, from creating content to the multi platform distribution of the finished product. The easy part is content, the less easy part is the follow up editing and post production process, of which I enlisted a local Lincoln based marketing expert, Carrianne Dukes, of eComOne. My thanks goes to the many guests who joined me for valuable insights into their health and fitness lives. Okay folks, thanks for listening and please subscribe to the channel. for more free content. Find me on YouTube, Spotify and Amazon Music.

In this short episode, I share my thoughts on why it's advisable for single parent mothers to get their son into sports and exercise, in the absence of his father. With the rapidly increasing levels of broken family homes, through separation or divorce, we are now gripped in another health crisis to add to long existing ones. In this instance, I look at the rising obesity rates among young men, raised in a mother only household and how to address and potentially avoid this health issue. Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Please feel free to comment and subscribe to the channel, for more content. Thanks for listening.

In this episode, I get to discuss all things health and wellness with health and nutrition coach, Karen Strengiel Nicolao. Karen kindly accepted my invite to the channel, after initially connecting at a Lincoln UK wellbeing business sector meeting. We delve into coaching services Karen delivers, both in person and online, from type 2 diabetes management and prevention to mental health improvements. Karen studied Sport and Exercise Science, and also worked in workplace health, safety and wellbeing for fifteen years in London, prior to relocating to Lincoln, where her coaching business in based. Find out how a Personal Trainer (that's me) and a health coach connect, in this insightful conversation. I'd like to thank Karen for her time and wish her all the best with future endeavors. Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Thanks for listening.

Excess belly fat, or abdominal fat is one of our most common physiological curses. Age, genetics, diet, exercise, sleep, body shape, profession and social circles can all play a major part in our fight against the belly bulge. Arguably, our abdominal region is one of the most difficult areas to decrease unwanted fat storage from. Excessive consumption of carbohydrates, processed foods, alcohol and sugar laden drinks are a sure fire way to guarantee high levels of all over body fat and subsequently unhealthy levels of visceral fat surrounding our organs. In this episode, I share my experiences with personal training clients and myself, in the on-going war against an unsightly mid section. Find out the three most important steps and in which order to address them, to kick start flatter, stronger abs. Watch the episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Please subscribe to the channel and share it with someone you think might benefit from any episode. Thanks for listening.

In this short discussion I share my own personal stress avoiding methods, in this case reading. Books, yes remember those things? As a professional in the health and wellness sector, I balance my life with a multitude of work and private / semi private interests, from the previously discussed exercise and nutrition disciplines (see episodes 93 and 94) to reading and travelling. I'm currently approaching the end of a biography on George Lucas, the world renowned creator of the STAR WARS franchise, whom ten years ago relinquished his ownership of the rights to this incredibly profitable I.P. Upon selling Lucas Film and all rights to films, streaming shows and merchandise to Disney for a reported 4.5 billion dollars, it's now common knowledge among fans, that Lucas was unhappy and stressed with Disney's handling of his once precious and popular fictional world. With this in mind, it's no wonder us mere mortals (read not billionaires) also get stressed with work, home, family, friends, political leanings and financial barriers. Add to these factors, poor genetics, bad diet, alcohol, smoking, vaping and zero exercise, we are essentially inundated with stress inducing symptoms. My advice, pick up a book and enjoy a small and low cost dose of escapism to help with stressful days. Travel - this exciting and at times memorable experience is without doubt a superb way of balancing your life, weather it's a weekend city break or long haul travel to far off destinations, both can be hugely beneficial to our physiological health. Learning about other countries cultures and mannerisms is educational and at times inspirational, which we can bring back home to reflect upon and where needed, utilize for our gain. Yes, we can still bring our devices on our travels and reply to emails or social media updates, but.....wait for it, we don't have to. Simply let certain people know where, when and how to get in contact, as for your normal stress inducing daily interactions, switch off and get a tan. Watch the full episode on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music. Please subscribe to the channel for more free content. Thanks for listening.

In this short discussion, I look at the current craze of fitness gadgets being marketed by high street grocery stores in the UK. Often, we impulse purchase a shiny, exotic looking fitness or 'wellness' gadget with a mindset of acquiring a new healthy body. Enter, ALDI, LIDL, ASDA, TESCO....and so on. These well known supermarkets have hijacked this specific multi billion pound industry, with low cost and often low quality dust collectors, from the currently popular pilates reformers and ice baths to their long running shelf fillers - foam rollers and leggings. Essentially these stores have read the room, from a retail perspective and given the public something we may not have asked for and yet, here we are now, quietly filling our baskets with the week's vegetables, meats and fruit, then out of nowhere.....BOOM...here's a £149 plastic and metal contraption, sported by a physically fit looking, thirty something year old woman. Said contraption is their pilates reformer machine, guaranteed to help you achieve a physique just like the aforementioned super woman on the box labels. Odds are, at some point, you'll be tempted to purchase a middle isle fitness toy and there's a higher probability you'll regret it within four weeks or less, as you relegate it from bedroom wonder to shed tenant. Congratulations, you've just added another dust collecting 'life changer' to your home and guess what? it hasn't turned you into a prime athlete or aesthetically pleasing model. Okay, here's the good news - should you spend your hard earned money on quality nutrition, a personal trainer program or six months gym membership, you stand a much higher chance of getting rid of unwanted excess weight or improving your poor flexibility / mobility levels. My advice, as a professional in the health and fitness industry, keep your home free of 'exercise stuff' and get out of the house to train with friends, family or pros. Watch the full episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Pods. Please subscribe to the channel for more free content. Thanks for listening

Part 2 of my discussion on stress, from causes to management. I look at a verified list of reasons why we become stressed and how we can identify it, leading to coping mechanisms. Thanks for listening. Watch the full episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. Please like, subscribe and comment on the channel, I'll do my best to reply.

In this short discussion I look at stress and why it's both a gift and a curse, from a physiological standpoint. Stress is an essential part of our body's capability to perceive, recognize and cope with external and internal discomfort. Our nervous system plays a major part in short term stress management as well as long term / chronic stress. Find out how this works in part 1 of 3 chapters on this vital subject. Thanks for listening

My guest in this episode is Chris Owen, founder and consultant of Optimum Safety. Chris shares his journey, thoughts and training knowledge in all things cycling, from his youth to current experiences in the saddle. This discussion brings up both light hearted conversation and a very unfortunate event in Chris' life, of which was now culminates in a charitable 200 mile ride on June 21st. My thanks goes to Chris for joining me during his busy training and work schedule Watch the full episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts. Thanks for listening.

In this short driving episode I share my thoughts on what I've witnessed in the city of Lincoln UK. There is a noticeable increase in the population of Nigerians and Ghanaians living, working and studying in Lincoln and or parts of Lincolnshire county. Walking or driving past the areas populated by these overseas visitors, there is a clear physiological difference between the African men, women and children and the English families born and bred here, mainly the distinct disparity in obesity levels. I rarely see overweight or obese African visitors, which leads me to think the food cultures and habits must be different in parts of their huge continent. Whilst this may not actually be the case for all Nigerians or Ghanaians in the UK or back in their home countries, it's something to consider and possibly learn from, regarding a change of mindset and nutritional habits here in Lincoln. After travelling to Japan last year and witnessing the low levels of obesity in Tokyo and Kyoto, it's becoming more apparent that the UK is vastly inferior in this aspect of health, as we are increasingly under pressure due to the norm of highly processed foods and lack of physical exercise. Watch the episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Amazon Music or Apple Podcasts. Thanks for listening.

In this short discussion I share my thoughts and findings on why the upcoming scramble to book our annual vacation can lead to an increase in poor health decisions and subsequent outcomes. Holidays are essentially a break from the norm, being work, household chores, family commitments and in some cases mental or emotional stress. Assuming we are fortunate enough to escape overseas for two weeks, there's a possibility of over indulging in processed foods, alcohol and or erratic sleep patterns, caused by jet lag or late nights. Fourteen days of non stop gorging in all you can eat package holidays, topped off with alcohol consumption, some of which starts at the airport en-route to our destinations and often continues throughout the day on sun and sand holidays. Adding approximately one pound of excess bodyweight every other day will eventually culminate in returning home with an unwanted pot belly, double chin, elevated heart rate and increased stress / anxiety. Add to this the dread of going back to work the following day with a fading tan, it's not out of the question you quietly reflect on your two weeks of excess and once again face the post holiday blues, only this time, you now have a weight problem of which you guessed it.....another holiday might fix. My advice as a professional personal trainer, is to choose your next vacation carefully and perhaps even opt for a adventure base excursion, health retreat or sports orientated trip away. Should your hotel have a gym, then use this at least every other day, for an early morning fitness session, followed by a high protein based breakfast and afternoon swim. If you don't have access to a hotel gym, go for the more regimented room based workout, of squats, press ups, sit ups and mobility movements to kick start your day of sunbathing, strolling and reading a book on the loungers. Regarding alcohol, consider enjoying your tipple every two or three days, instead of every day, or even complete abstinence to ensure you sleep better and wake up feeling refreshed. Next time you book your holiday, step on your scales and make a self respecting plan of action to get fit prior to going away, rather than crawling to the airports unfit and overweight, who knows, it might continue whilst your away. Oh...and remember your sun block folks. Watch the full episode on YouTube, listen on Spotify, Amazon Music or Apple Podcasts. Health:No Filter (formerly Over 40s Fitness with Tristan Lowe) Thanks for listening.

In this short episode, I share my thoughts on a common reason we use to avoid exercising / improving our physical and mental health...namely not getting adequate, unbroken or even perfect sleep. This excuse has become a go to for many, with tag lines ranging from "I'm struggling to get to sleep" or "I woke up too early". This reason can quickly deteriorate to become our excuse and in some cases a self fulfilling prophecy, whereby poor sleep patterns are self diagnosed as insomnia, leading to a cycle of mental and physical fatigue caused by lack of exercise and subsequent reliance of highly processed foods for energy. Should you recognize these patterns, my advice is to try small, time restricted 'exercise snacks' possibly as little as fifteen minutes, increasing weekly as you start to break the cycle of exercise avoidance. Remember, something is better than nothing in this instance. You will almost certainly find yourself feeling mildly energized and optimistic after a brisk walk, swim, run or resistance based workout, as you increase blood flow, adrenaline and dopamine levels.

In this short episode, I look at our nations obsession with home improvements, from adding conservatories and kitchen extensions to mowing the lawn and buying shiny new household appliances. Whilst it's nice to replace tired looking carpets or swap the kitchen worktops for a 'modern' updated version, it's equally important, if not more so, to take inventory of our health and fitness. Our bodies are without question the most vital aspect of our lives, in which our organs, muscles, ligaments, tendons, bones and nervous system are essentially a priceless home. Entering our spring season, we are inclined to start sprucing up the home and garden in anticipation of the five to six months to follow, culminating in new block paving or a fresh lick of paint in the hallways and bedrooms. Consider making a plan to do likewise with your health, from excess bodyweight and body fat reduction, to improving your cardiovascular fitness and muscular strength. This is turn will almost certainly give you a sense of accomplishment, as your waistline shrinks and face looks younger. Add a purposeful reduction in your sugar intake and decrease your alcohol consumption and enjoy the newly found mental clarity, normally associated with the aforementioned abstinence. Should you apply yourself to both home improvements and exercise, give yourself a pat on the back, whilst you stand tall and survey the straight lines on the lawn. Remember folks, there's no point having shiny taps, if your water's rotten. Watch the episode on YouTube, listen on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts. Please like, share and subscribe to the channel for more free content. Thanks for listening.

In this short episode I look at the current health and fitness obsession / accountability undertaken by hip hop musicians, from Jay Z and Busta Rhymes to Method Man and Kendrick Lamar. With the accumulation of approximately 2.5 billion dollars of personal wealth Jay Z is the worlds richest music artist of any genre and fittingly works out to prolong his health, with weight training and a keen eye on a balanced healthy diet. Countless rappers have fallen victim to an early grave, by way of obesity related disease and or alcohol / drug related consumption. With this in mind, the famous MCs of New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta and Chicago are enlisting personal trainers and dieticians to assist with weight loss, muscle gain and nutritional adherence. The point being...next time you play your favorite artist, get down to your local gym or PT and break a sweat yourself. Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Amazon Music or Apple Podcasts. Please feel free to comment and subscribe to the channel for weekly content. Thanks for listening.

In this episode my guest is Rosie Elvin, of ADHD FOCUS. Rosie kindly joins me to share her personal and professional insight into the broad subject of ADHD (Attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder). As a verified Neurodiversity in the workplace trainer, online course creator and public speaker, Rosie has worked with Lincoln University and more recently Nottingham Trent University, providing education and awareness. The mission - to raise awareness about ADHD and neurodiversity, equipping employers and employees with practical tools to thrive, both personally and professionally. Celebrating unique strengths of neurodivergence, whilst addressing its challenges, fostering inclusive environments, that empower everyone to succeed. A passion to highlight underdiagnosis and lack of awareness of ADHD in girls and women and the diverse ways ADHD manifests. My thanks goes out to Rosie, for her valuable insight and at times surprising statistics, surrounding the disorder. In the future should I work with a personal training client, who has confirmed his or her ADHD diagnosis, hopefully I'll be in a better position to understand the signs and symptoms connected. Feel free to like, comment, subscribe and share the channel for future content on all things health and fitness. Watch the full episode on YouTube, listen on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. Thanks for listening.

In this short episode, recorded in a local city center park, I discuss why we should utilize all four seasons in our quest for better health and fitness levels. Approaching March, it's likely many of you are still thinking about or pondering over when you are going to start walking, swimming, weight training or improving your nutrition. Take into account, within 4 weeks time, we are a quarter of the way through 2025, of which only April to September we are blessed with daylight and warmer weather, before the annual doom and gloom filled prospect of the autumn and winter months. Start today folks and avoid the norm of avoidance in healthy decisions, waiting for a warm sunny day, which might not materialize until May or June. Watch the video on YouTube, listen on Spotify or Amazon Music. Please like, subscribe and share the channel for future free content. Thanks for listening.

In this episode I share my thoughts and experiences regarding why we should consider using books for inspiration and information on all health and fitness related. By taking the time to visit your local book store and purposely deliberate on which book to choose, its likely you'll be more invested into your book of choice, due to the physical experience of venturing out onto the high street or regional shopping center. With the deluge of social media platforms, vying for our 'divided' attention, it' far easier to get distracted within minutes, or even seconds as we play with mobile phones, laptops or smart pads whilst absently scrolling through sensation driven videos, showcasing a 'health guru' or instagram fitness model in Dubai or California. Whilst I'm a firm believer in the use of technology to improve our experiences and knowledge, I also champion the process of reading an actual book to soak up information. As a professional Personal Trainer, I keep a selection of books at home and at work for referencing anatomy and physiology, in order to maintain a balanced view in my quest to provide answers for clients and subscribers alike. A book can be loaned out, gifted to a friend or donated to your local charity shop, for someone else to enjoy it, albeit at a heavily discounted price, whereas it's unlikely you'll do this with a TikTok scroll or IG funny snippet. Our brains are increasingly becoming hard wired to the internet and it's ever growing dominance, culminating in a modern culture of fleeting interest in health topics, rather than taking time out to read, understand and reflect on what our bodies are capable of. Podcasts, audio books and videos all have a place in 2025, of which I'm a collaborator no less...BUT....I always keep an eye out for a great page turner as well. If an author has worked tirelessly to write a book, with or without assistance, give him or her your attention and hard earned cash for their efforts and remember to share what you've learned. Watch the full video on YouTube, or listen on Spotify. Please subscribe to the channel and comment on any episodes in the catalogue. Thanks for listening Stay fit and Healthy Tristan Lowe

My guest in this episode is Carrianne Dukes, returning to the channel to reverse roles and ask me questions on all things health and fitness. This light hearted and honest discussion provides answers and solutions to a range of topics, requested by Carrianne, from body weight reduction and navigating the inevitable plateau in exercise, to battling low moods or addictions. During the Q and A, you may here something that resonates with you personally or even a work colleague, family member or friend. With this in mind, perhaps you could reflect on past decisions or choices that have negatively effected your health and what you could do to either reduce or even completely reverse the aforementioned decisions. As a professional trainer I've witnessed a multitude of scenarios that can lead to poor or sub standard physical and mental health, after thousands of appointments over the past 17 years, since qualifying in sports massage therapy and personal training. Some of my experiences and answers may seem too simple or 'easy' and not exotic enough compared to the deluge of internet sensations / flavor of the month solutions, available on various platforms, however my mantra remains.....do the simple things, consistently folks. My thanks goes out to Carrianne for joining me and taking time out from her busy work / life schedule, of which I'm grateful for. Enjoy the discussion and hop over to YouTube to watch the video. Listen here or on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe to the channel and share it with someone you think could benefit from any of the catalogue of episodes. Thanks for listening

In this short episode, I send out a reminder to stop procrastinating, when it comes to starting your health improvements. Mid February and we still see and hear of a work colleague, friend, family member or neighbor claiming to start getting fit......next month.... This is the norm for the majority of people who habitually avoid the mild or moderate discomfort of starting their weight loss or body fat reduction plan. Often the reasons to delay exercising and improving nutritional intake range from the winter weather and post Christmas blues to 'my friends won't exercise with me' or I'm waiting for my beach holiday in July to start losing weight'. Our physical health is without question the most important thing in life, as without it, we are venerable to a multitude of illnesses, injury, emotional distress and in some cases, social exclusion. This episode may seem abrupt, harsh or jarring, but it's coming from a place of care, experience and professional practice. Folks, don't delay your health kick, start today - not tomorrow. Watch the full episode on YouTube, listen on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. Please share the channel, to help it grow and receive more free content. Thanks for listening.

My guest in this episode is Emma Tatlow, CEO at Active Lincolnshire. Emma is a highly experienced leader in the strive for a healthy, active and educated community, within the second largest county in England. We discuss the scale, importance and complexities involved in building a team of dedicated professionals, working together to provide a long lasting legacy of funding, assistance and education in all things health. Sport England work closely with Emma and her team to identify a multitude of factors, addressing individual needs and entire communities requiring support. Personally I learned a lot from this discussion and I'm pleased to say it's a refreshing outlook for our future. My thanks goes out to Emma, for her time and transparency, of which I wish all the best for 2025 and beyond, Watch the full episode on YouTube, listen on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. Please feel free to like, subscribe and share this channel for future content updates. Thanks for listening.

My guest for episode 80 is Paul Holder, a one time personal training client, who drops by to discuss his skiing stories, from beginner to intermediate level. Paul explains how to start, where to go and what equipment to use. We delve into the reasons why skiers choose certain locations, fitness protocols required and injury prevention / recovery. I myself tried skiing back in 2019, without taking lessons first and quickly learned why its important to consider taking instruction from a professional prior to hitting the piste. Watch the full episode on YouTube, or listen on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. Feel free to subscribe and comment on any episode, for future free content. Enjoy your skiing this winter Thanks for listening.

In this discussion, I share my ten tips for a healthier start to your new year. Historically January is subject to a deluge of good, but short lived healthy intensions, from quitting smoking and alcohol to starting exercise and high quality nutrition. Whilst these are the most common healthy promises, they are also frequently curtailed by the person in question, due to lack of motivation, poor self discipline, time constraints and or various other factors. During my career in Personal Training, I often suggest a client, new or existing focus on one adjustment to start with in January, allowing for higher probability of success, meaning the client is still on course with his or her chosen factor in health improvements. Should the client maintain the motivation and discipline past approximately 12 weeks or more, its statistically proven to continue into the second quarter of the year, which by then the healthy habit could be the norm and not simply a 'new year, new me' fad. Take a listen to my ten suggestions and be realistic with your health goals by way of picking one or two from the list and good luck with your efforts. Watch the full episode on YouTube, listen on Spotify, Amazon Music or Apple Podcasts. Feel free to share this channel, with someone you think might benefit from the free content. Happy new year and thanks for listening.

In this festive episode, my guest Marc Finney drops by to share his thoughts and experience in all things personal training throughout 2024. We cover what worked for a variety of clients and equally important, what worked for ourselves as professional trainers. Marc has reached the age milestone of 50 years young, whilst I recently made it to 54, relatively intact. We openly talk about how our bodies are holding up and what we do to prolong good health and fitness. Finally, you'll get to here how we plan to improve our services to clients in 2025. Merry Christmas to all and put your feet up....for one day only. Please subscribe to the channel on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts or watch the full episode on YouTube. Thanks for listening..

In this episode, my guest is Joe Cheetham, a Lincolnshire based landscape gardening expert, who balances his work life with surfing. Joe is a family man with three children, originally coming from a martial arts, prior to switching to surfing in 2017. Find out what goes into learning how to navigate the waves and what a beginner should know before embarking on this fascinating sport. Watch the full video on YouTube or listen on Spotify. Thanks for listening

In this short episode, I discuss the benefits of improving your flexibility. Low levels of flexibility can lead to a multitude of unwanted physical symptoms, from poor posture to decreased blood circulation. Our body's are designed for specific movement patterns, on various planes, of which are inhibited by a lack of flexibility, acquired through age, work related inactivity and or negating any form of exercise and deliberate movement. Sitting down for hours everyday at work or home, without intermittent exercise, targeting a lengthening of our muscle groups, will speed up the ageing process and essentially exacerbate any illness or musculoskeletal injuries. Our spine is the center of our skeletal frame and should be protected at all costs, by way of regular stretching of the entire body. Muscles should be adequately lengthened and taken through a full range of movement, alongside the corresponding joints, allowing for increased oxygen uptake and blood circulation. Start your five minutes of stretching at home today, or alternatively work with your personal trainer or sports therapist on a structured plan to become flexible again. Listen to the episode here or on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. Watch the video on YouTube and please feel free to comment, share and subscribe for me free content. Thanks for listening.

In this discussion, my guest is Jonathan Gibbs, a recently retired GP who stays physically fit and healthy by way of endurance training - 10k, half / full marathon runs and what he does to compliment his training with strength based exercise, mobility, flexibility and sports massage therapy. We also touch on nutrition, hydration, sleep and active rest, whilst delving into what is expected from a GP when working with patients on their physiological health. Listen here and on Spotify, Amazon Music or Apple Podcasts. Watch the full video on YouTube Please subscribe to the channel for more free content on all things health and fitness.

"A golf professional, or golf pro, is someone who is an expert in golf and works in the sport in some way" Teaching or coachingGolf pros work with golfers of all skill levels to improve their game through instruction and guidance. They assess a player's strengths and weaknesses, provide feedback, and help golfers develop a consistent playing style.  My guest in this episode is Alec Bradley, a Lincolnshire based golf professional, who kindly shares his career beginnings and what's required to stay current inn the sport and physically healthy for longevity. Alec is a well known and highly respected coach, providing lessons to beginners, intermediate and advanced level / low handicapped golfers. Enjoy our open discussion and please feel free to subscribe to the channel on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. Thanks for listening

In this episode I discuss why it's important to take care of your skin. Your skin is an organ and as such should be treated with due care and attention. Our skin is a first line of defence against outside forces, from weather and airborne infections to ultra violet rays and extrinsic injury. I recently underwent minor surgery to remove an unsightly skin tag from underneath my eye, of which was relatively quick and painless. With this in mind, I thought about why we take action and preventative measures in regards to our aesthetic / cosmetic appearance, yet delay or even avoid addressing our body composition. Watch the full video here or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music. Please comment and share the channel for more free content. Thanks for listening.