The TS12 Podcast

Triathlon Training Update  Season 5, Ep. 8. Listen to Maz and Vicky's post-training chat.  Say Hi at:  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

Season 5, Ep. 7. Listen to Maz and Vicky's post-training chat.  Say Hi at:  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

  Season 5, Ep. 6. Listen to Maz and Vicky's post-training chat, they can finally swim 25m frontcrawl. Hurray! Say Hi at:  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

Season 5, Ep. 5. Listen to Maz and Vicky's post-training chat, they've been working on stamina in the pool this week.  Say Hi at:  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

Season 5, Ep. 4. So, it turns out that swimming is hard work!! Listen to Maz and Vicky chat about their latest swimming lesson in the pool.  Say Hi at:  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

Season 5, Ep. 3. Maz and Vicky chat about their 2nd swimming lesson and what's next in their beginner triathlon journey.   Say Hi at:  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson  

Season 5, Ep. 2. In this first episode of 2022, Vicky and Maz introduce their summer challenge, training for a Super Sprint Triathlon in July.   And they start with a swimming lesson in the local pool.   Say Hi at:  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson    

In this week's podcast Maz and I have a BIG catch up! We paused the podcast over the summer and lots has happened since then, namely a new baby and a summer in France! We'd love to hear from you, drop us a message. TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

In this week's podcast Maz and I chat about dreams and what do they really mean?  We all have them, even if you can't remember them, but why do we dream?  And what causes recurring dreams?  We set out to explore all these questions and more.  This is our last podcast before the summer break and we'll be back in September! See you all soon and drop us a message if you have any ideas for Season 5.  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

In this week's podcast Maz and I talk about our experiences of pregnancy and all that comes with it, before and during.  And as usual, we digress onto other current matters (we like to chat!) This is part 2 of a 2-part podcast.  We'd love to hear from you.  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

In this week's podcast Maz and I talk about our experiences of pregnancy and all that comes with it, before and during.  This is part 1 of a 2-part podcast.  We'd love to hear from you.  TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

In this week's podcast, Maz and I chat about mood and it affects the body and mind.   We had a great time chatting about this, it's such an interesting subject.  And if you're curious about body language and 'non-verbals', check this Ted Talk out.  Amy Cuddy, 'Your body language may shape who you are.' 2012 https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are#t-784107  We'd love to hear from you: TS12pod@gmail.com  Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson    

In this week's episode of the TS12 Podcast Maz and I chat discuss the Nature v Nurture debate, and whether it's genetics or environment that determines athletic potential and performance.   We also touch on the controversial 'calories on restaurant menus' which is back in the news again.  Will it change your eating habits?  We'd love to hear from you: TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

In this week's episode of the TS12 podcast, Maz and I are talking about Wim Hof, aka The Iceman.  Cold water swimming has become increasingly popular during lockdown and we're talking about the Wim Hof Method (WHM) which includes breath work, cold water immersion and meditation.   We'd love to hear from you! TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson PODCAST NOTES Wim Hof Website and link to breath work https://www.wimhofmethod.com/breathing-exercises  Safety Tips from 'The Outdoor Swimming Society'.  https://www.outdoorswimmingsociety.com/is-it-safe/   

Welcome back for another season of the TS12 Podcast, and as usual we will be talking about all things fitness, wellbeing and food related.   For Season 4 we'll be releasing a new episode every other week.  In today's episode we talk about exercise in pregnancy and Vicky has a big announcement to make!  We'd love to hear from you! You can contact us on: TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky Rees and Maricarmen Mitchinson

In this episode, we chat about our experiences over the past year during the pandemic, the highs and the lows.   This is the last episode of Season 3, so it seemed fitting to end it with some reflection.   We'll be back at the end of April for Season 4, see you all soon! Vicky and Maz TS12pod@gmail.com 

In this week's podcast we talk about the neuroscience of addiction and why the brain responds how it does.   We also discuss when exercise and food become addictive.   If any of the topics in this podcast affect you please know that you can find help in many places.  * Speak to your GP or Medical Practitioner *Together All (formerly The Big White Wall) is an NHS recommended vibrant online community where members can get help and support 24 hours a day *NHS Talking Therapies *Link to Mental Health Charities in the USA *Link to Mayim Bialik's Podcast, as referred to during this episode of the TS12 Podcast We'd love to hear from you: TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky & Maricarmen

In this week's podcast we shift away from the world of fitness to discuss our take on the week's news.  We're chatting about the Monarchy, Prince Harry and Meghan's explosive Oprah interview and whether women need to reclaim the streets after the tragic death of Sarah Everard in London.  You can contact us on: TS12pod@gmail.com We'd love to hear from you.  Vicky & Maz

In this week's episode we talk about holidays, our favourite places and where we are dreaming of going after lockdown?  We'll be asking each other about training on a break and holiday diets.   But we also can't resist having a good old chat about 'Megan and Harry's Oprah Winfrey Interview', which aired last night.   And really, our main point is that if you feel like exercising on holiday, you should go for it. And if you want to take a complete break, you should do it guilt free!  We'd love to hear from you:  TS12pod@gmail.com 

In this week's podcast we chat about social media and the fitness industry, is it helping or hurting us?  We'd love to hear from you: TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky & Maz LINKS  Biomel, Love Your Gut, Probiotic drinks What 3 Words App Dshoom - Bacon Naan Roll Kit

In this week's podcast we take a trip down memory lane and look back on our younger selves.  Maz picks 2003/4 and I pick 2002.   We chat, music, lifestyle, food, exercise, jobs and education.  And about what we've learned over the years and if there's anything that we would want to change.   This would be a really fun exercise to do yourself, pick a year, and Maz will give you a list of questions in the podcast. We'd love to hear from you, message us on: TS12pod@gmail.com Vicky and Maricarmen 

In this week's podcast we chat about the ‘Kindness Ripple' and how it can change your life. ‘'Every act of kindness creates a ripple with no end''. Have you ever thought about how your one small act of kindness can have a much larger impact on the world than you could ever imagine? It's true that kindness and generosity is contagious.  We talk about our own experiences of receiving and giving kindness.  Join us for this uplifting and positive chat.   And remember you can drop us a message on: TS12pod@gmail.com We'd love to hear from you.  Vicky & Maricarmen

S3 E5 The 7 Year Itch: Myth or Reality?  In this week's podcast we talk about the '7 year itch', it's well know in relationships but we'll be digging deeper than that and looking at the psychology behind 7 year cycles and where the phrase actually comes from (we had no idea!!).   Touching on Rudolph Steiner's (of Steiner Schools) philosophy of human development based on 7 year cycles.   And remember you can drop us a message at: TS12pod@gmail.com We'd love to hear from you! Vicky & Maricarmen 

*mild swearing* In this week's podcast we talk what's going on in the world this week, before moving onto the main feature, which is about dietary choices, like veganism, vegetarianism etc. Versus dietary needs, like allergies and intolerances.  Plus hear all about how our 1 day Vegan diet went! We'd love to hear from you, drop us a message - TS12pod@gmail.com  Vicky and Maz :) 

In this week's podcast we talk about our experience of sports injuries, and what the most common injuries are when you're starting out on your fitness journey.  Plus we'll give you some great tips on how to avoid them.   Maz talks this week about ‘Pigeon Pose', here's a link to what it looks like, https://www.instagram.com/tv/CKj8263hT3r/?igshid=1qcs6qjjs3wjd   We'd love to hear from you, drop us a message - TS12pod@gmail.com  Vicky and Maz :)     

In this week's episode of the TS12 Podcast, Vicky and Maricarmen discuss New Year's Resolutions why they may or may not be a good idea.  They also cover goal setting, making small changes and discuss how to deal with health anxiety.  POD NOTES Hello New Me: A Daily Food and Exercise Journal.  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hello-New-Me-Exercise-Yourself/dp/1985865181  GET IN TOUCH They'd love to hear from you: TS12pod@gmail.com 

Welcome back for another season of the TS12 podcast.  Who would have thought we'd be in another lockdown?   Vicky and Maz have a post-Christmas catch-up and chat about the UK lockdown part 3 and discuss how it's affected our collective mental and physical health.  

In today's podcast, the Season 2 finale, Maricarmen and Vicky chat about a Covid Christmas and discuss a whole host of entertaining questions related to fitness, diet and exercise.  It's a fun one, think of it as their equivalent of an end of term party. And fear not, the TS12 Podcast will return for Season 3 on Thursday 14th January 2021.  Get in touch with them on:  TS12pod@gmail.com

In this week's podcast, Vicky and Maricarmen talk about making small changes and how they can make a big difference.   We all have big changes that we want to make to improve our lives but these are often too big a step to take, they require huge commitment and not to mention mental strength.  Small changes to your daily routine can be easier to implement, and as they build up they compound to create big shifts.  We'd love to hear from you, get in touch at: TS12pod@gmail.com 

In this podcast Vicky and Maricarmen chat about Lockdown 2.0 and the discovery of the first COVID-19 vaccine.   As well as a side rant about diet fads and the media.   We'd love to hear from you! You can email us on:  TS12pod@gmail.com  

In today's podcast we chat about the different hypermobility syndromes and how best to manage them.  Maz gives her personal perspective on it and we discuss how to train people who are hypermobile.   We also introduce next week's episode about how making small changes can improve our lives.  We would love to hear from you, contact us on: ts12pod@gmail.com  The information provided on this podcast is for entertainment only, hypermobility syndromes can be complex and it's important to work with medically trained professionals for any diagnosis. 

In today's podcast we chat about the value of core values.  What are they, how do you find them and why you should.   We share some of our core values and some tips on helping you to find yours.   We'd love to hear from you, you can reach us on: TS12pod@gmail.co.uk Vicky and Maricarmen  

In today's TS12 podcast, we talk about all of the things we want to do and wish we had time for and our tips on how to start doing the things we love.   Plus a little segway into breathing techniques and Wim Hoff 'The Iceman', and a chat about life lessons and core values.  We'd love to hear from you, let us know what you think of the podcast and ideas for future episodes.  TS12pod@gmail.com

In today's TS12 podcast Vicky and Maricarmen round up on the last few podcast discussions and chat about sleep and its effects on performance, hormones and cycles, and how to support your metabolism.  Drop them a message on ts12pod@gmail.com 

In this week's podcast Vicky and Maricarmen take an objective look at 'Performance Enhancing Drugs in Sport' and their effect on the body.  And discuss why athletes, and non-athletes would take risk it.  We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast, contact us on: TS12pod@gmail.com    

In today's episode we break down the science behind hunger hormones and look at why there is no simple solution to obesity.   We'd love to hear you feedback on today's discussion, drop us a message on: TS12pod@gmail.com 

In this week's podcast Maricarmen and Vicky are talking gym etiquette....they talk about some of the funny stuff they've seen or experienced at the gym.   Plus a bit more psyche content when they discuss the 'Drama Triangle' and how avoid it! And the usual features of 'What would I tell my 16 year old self?', 'The Personality Spotlight' and 'Review of the Week'. 

In today's podcast we chat about our individual coping strategies for life and sport and how we manage stress. Including 2 new features.....what would we tell our 16 year old selves? And review of the week featuring Michelle Obama.  https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81122487 We'd love to hear from you: TS12pod@gmail.com 

Season 2: Episode 1 Summer catch-up..with a bit of diet and fitness thrown in! Maricarmen and Vicky are back for season 2 of the TS12 Podcast: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored.  Find out what they've been up to over summer 2020. And don't miss the outtakes at the end! We'd love to hear from you: TS12pod@gmail.com 

In our season 1 finale and 2nd bonus episode, we talk about holistic therapies and some of the strange experiences we've had with them!   Talk to us: TS12pod@gmail.com  We'll be back in September 2020 for Season 2, see you soon!

In this week's podcast we talk about when and how exercise was invented as a means to improve health.  And discuss if you should get rid of all of your household furniture to improve your functional fitness.   Check out Katy Bowman's Instagram page @nutritiousmovement Get in touch with us: TS12pod@gmail.com 

In today's episode of the TS12 Podcast, we talk about self improvement and whether you should start with the inside first before even thinking about working on the outside.  Maricarmen shares some of her experiences and we discuss how there are many things we might do differently with the benefit of hindsight.  Get in touch with us at: TS12Pod@gmail.com We'd love to hear your feedback and any ideas you might have for up and coming shows! Vicky & Maz :) 

In this episode we discuss personality types and how they might help or hinder you in sport and exercise.   What's your personality type? Try the same test that we did.... http://www.psych.uncc.edu/pagoolka/TypeAB.html Get in touch: ts12pod@gmail.com

Today we explore the relationship between sleep and exercise.   We also talk about how we prioritise our own fitness as we try to maintain healthy and balanced lifestyles, and we'll attempt to give you some tips! Get in touch with us on:  ts12pod@gmail.com 

In this week podcast we'll give you our tips on how to make self-care a priority, especially when you don't have much time.  We also talk about the differences between Pilates and Yoga and how COVID19 has affected the reopening of our businesses.   Email us: TS12pod@gmail.com

We chat about everything that's wrong with diet culture, and how some fads are packaged up to take advantage of you.  PS. We let you in on the secret! Grab a cuppa and join us to chat, slimming world, Peleton, Bikram Yoga, Crossfit and more.   Email us: TS12pod@gmail.com

This week, grab and pen and paper and learn how we take your fitness and movement goals and put some strategies in place to achieve them! Yoga, Pilates, weights of weight loss, we've got your covered.   SHOW NOTES https://www.phbp.co.uk/blog/cheesecake  Maricarmen's 'Cheesecake Hack Recipe'     

This week we explore emotional intelligence and if we should exercise with our loved ones?  We also talk about falling off the 'diet wagon' and what you can do if this happens.  The 5 Love Languages Test https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/  Email us: TS12pod@gmail.com  

S1 003 - Exploring Confirmation Bias in Health and Fitness In today's podcast we are talking about confirmation bias, what it is, how to avoid it, and how it affects our health and wellbeing. We also discuss which is best.. static stretching versus dynamic stretching.  WATCH this show on our YouTube Channel, The TS12 Show: Fitness and Wellbeing Explored Email us: TS12pod@gmail.com

In this special episode, we diversify from the usual podcast structure and bring you the first SPECIAL podcast looking at 4 interesting things you didn't know about exercise.   SHOW NOTES: 'The out- of-sync child child', Carol Stock Kranowitz M.A 'Help your boys succeed' - Gary Wilson Maslow's (Triangle) Hierarchy of Needs 

S1 E002 - What makes you a runner, a gym bunny or a netballer? How much of your hobby, or sport do you have to do before you say the words and commit to the fact it is now a part of who you are? Vicky talks about Imposter syndrome and how expectation could of lead her into her sport and Maricarmen talks about community, the right type of diet and exercise, and Wilder (her son) makes an appearance on the Pod! WATCH this show on YouTube!