The Voice Of Fitness Reason Podcast

Struggling to lose weight over 40? Don't worry, weight loss in midlife can be tough, yes, but definitely not impossible and todays pod runs through some of our top tips as coaches working with real humans in the real world right now. 

The world is going mad for Pilates right now with Reformer classes seeing a 50% growth in participation vs 2024 and multiple formats coming to the fore. What does this mean for you? Katie and Frank discuss...

Is fitness being represented across all ages well enough? Katie and Frank have their doubts...

Knowing if you're on the right track with fat loss can be difficult sometimes and relying on scales alone is'nt always the most effective solution, so what else can you do to measure progress?

Fitness Trackers and gym machines LOVE to show us a 'calorie burn' score when we exercise but is this really useful? If so, how should we actually use this data? Frank and KBC discuss.

The world and his wife seem to be trying weight loss injections in 2025 and we're back for our THIRD podcast discussing them, and likely not our last. 12 months on, what's our perspective and what tips can we share if you are on a journey to lose weight right now.

With Crossfit, Hyrox, Athx Games and other 'fitness races' growing rapidly it's opened the door to everyday gym users to compete against themselvs (and others) bringing tonnes of positives, but what does this mean for gym culture as a whole, and is it a good thing for new gym users to see when they walk in to a competitive environment they may not be interested in? Frank and KBC discuss...

Using food as a means to cope with emotions is a very human reaction, effecting most of us on a daily basis but is there another way?  DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely for informational purposes, based on our experiences as Personal Trainers working with every day clients. If you or anyone you know is worried about emotional eating please seek professional advice from a qualified therapist.

We all remember her record breaking gold medals on the athletics track in the 1990's but fast forward to 2025 and her mission has changed. What can we learn from her, and why does KBC feel so giddy whenener we mention Sally's name. All this and more on this weeks Pod

Protein, creatine, vitamins, electrolytes, ashwaganda... the list goes on and on but how do you know what's right for you right now? Katie and Frank do their best to help you make sense of all things supplements. Hope it helps :) #notsponsored 

KBCs client Julie had some questions re: MyFitnessPal so todays pod is dedicated to answering them. How accurate is it? Should you go for Free or Premium? Do you really need it? Download a 'FREE MyFitnessPal Guide' here: https://www.fitwithfrank.com/myfitnesspal Hope it helps :)

Getting up at 4am for ice baths, protein shakes and 'grinding' seems to be a badge of honour online these days but what does it really mean, and more importantly how does it impact us personally? Lets hustle baby...

Dr Vonda Wright, a world renowned orthopedic surgeon has been doing the rounds on social media with clips suggesting ONE WORKOUT routine for all women so of course we took the bait and clicked on the clip to find out more and provide our 'Voice Of Fitness Reason' on it all. We hope it helps :)

Who knew carrying your Aldi shopping bags could help you live longer - well according to the internet this could well be true, thanks to the links between grip strength and longevity of life. Should you care? We dive in to find out...

Here we go again, the infamous Weight Loss Jabs are front page news and this time it's thanks to Katie Price as she announces her son Harvey will be using them at 22 years young, so we thought we'd take the opportunity to discuss this HOT TOPIC once again with some balanced, unbiased and non-judgemental views from 2 experienced fitness professionals working with clients in the real world right now.

Walking is a FANTASTIC form of exercise for physical and mental health but where did the 10,000 step goal come from, and is it even relevant for most of us in 2025? Katie and Frank discuss...

If you believe the internet you'd be forgiven for thinking 'fasting' is the answer to all your health problems, and maybe it is. Katie and Frank share their honest thoughts to help you decide if it's the right choice for you. Hope it helps :)

High performing atheletes have taken Creatine supplements for years and now 'everyday' clients are being targeted with marketing suggesting improved muscle strength, brain power and even decreased symptoms of peri menopause... but is it true? Frank and Katie discuss...

Saw a post online saying "Goal Setting Is Overrated" and made us think do you really need one? If yes, how can you set the right one for you right now? Great discussion and hopefully helpful as you head into the new year :)

We're taking a few weeks break to demolish some celebrations and dominate the family at games of twister. Hope you have a lovely break and we will see you all again in 2025!

Symptoms of Menopause vary for every body but there are some common changes a woman can make to help herself through this period of life and today Frank and Katie share their tips based on years of observing and coaching hundreds of women like you.

The ability to work with any Personal Trainer anywhere in the world is one of the many benefits of the internet, but what exactly do you get with online coaching and why might it be the right choice for you? Katie and Frank discuss...

December can be a tough month to stay on track with your fitness but there are some simple strategies and mindset changes you can make to make it through happy AND healthy too. We hope it helps!

Katie Bulmer-Cooke founded Norks Sports Bras to help women access the best quality bra to support their fitness goals and today Frank quizzes her on WHY it's important to invest in one and WHAT to look for if you're purchasing one yourself. Check out https://www.checkouthernorks.com/ and use code "PODCAST" for 10% OFF your order.

A new episode of Diary Of A CEO discussing Glucose and the impact it has on our physical and emtional wellbeing. Some listeners have come away scared to eat fruit and dying young so we'd have a listen ourselves and dissect the details to help you make some sense of it all. 

Fitbits, Apple Watches, Garmins, Whoops & many more fitness trackers are on the wrists of millions of us around the world in 2024, but are they really necessary? Frank and Katie share their thoughts and tips for choosing the right fit for you.

Why are Air Fryers so popular? Frank & Katie are official #AirFryerFriends and today we share our reasons for using and answer the question: Are they actually healthier or not? Hope it helps...

Start a new fitness journey can cost you £££'s on workout clothing, equipment, supplements, courses and so much more, but what is actually essential and what's likely to be a waste of your hard earned cash? Katie and Frank rank the Top 50 purchases according to Chat GPT...

Weight Loss Injections are best used alongside regular exercise, but what are the guidelines for doing so? Katie and Frank share their thoughts as Personal Trainers to help you get started.

Sir Keir Starmer announces plans to trial free weight loss injections in a quest to get the nation 'back to work' again and reduce £11 billion lost every year through obesity related illness.

There's never been a better time to join a gym than right now, but with so many options out there how do you decide where is right for you? Katie and Frank break it down into 3 types of gym and outline the pro's and con's to each to help you make the right choice for you.

While avocados continue to take over the world we ask the question, is this sustainable? What else can we do to improve our impact on sustainability with our nutrition? 

Katie & Frank dive into the top trends in the world of nutrition right now according to MyFitnessPal.

KBC is still buzzing from completing her Athx Games event in Birmingham and shares her experience to help encourage you to take the plunge and book your next challenge. 

A 75 day challenge that promises to 'change your life' and build 'mental fortitude' has peaked the interest of fitness enthusiasts around the world, but what is it and what can we learn?

Its a $11billion+ industry and clearly the world is buying into meal replacements but what are the pros and cons to using them? Katie and Frank discuss.

Artificial Intelligence is here to stay so whether you choose to fear it, or embrace it, we think it's important that you understand the potential so you can start using it for good, today.

Red light hats, bland bedrooms and 100's of supplements are all part of the daily ritual for an American man who recently featured on 'Diary Of A CEO' Podcast, but what can we learn from it? Plenty to dive into and hopefully something useful to take away from the headlines.

What are the hottest trends in fitness in 2024 and more importantly, what do they mean for you?   1: Somatic Exercise 2: Exercise Snacking 3: Hyrox 4: Boutique Fitness 5: AI Workouts 6: Rucking 7: Hard 75 8: Hybrid Fitness 9: Functional Fitness 10: Sustainable Fitness   Listen to this weeks episode to hear our thoughts!

Tracking bodyweight can trigger so much emotion in so many of us but is it worth the effort? How often should we track it? As usual, there's plenty to discuss here!

"...the art and science of shifting one's physiology and nervous system to function optimally, intelligently and efficiently" is one description we found online, but what is 'Bio Hacking' and more importantly what do we do with this growing trend to help ourselves feel better about ourselves and our health?

Franks just finished a 6 week 'alcohol free' challenge and is feeling great so we figured it'd be a great opportunity to discuss all things alcohol and help some of you take the opportunity to review your consumption levels. Cheers to that!

If you believe magazines, billboards and social media you're probably seeing six packs, biceps and sexy bootys but is this what 'fitness' really is? Katie and Frank discuss...

Parenting is the toughest job on the planet, and when we think about Health & Fitness in 2024 and setting the best examples for our children it can feel quite daunting. Frank and Katie do their best to make sense of it and (hopefully) share some positive advice. We hope it helps :/

They've been helping thousands of people lose weight since the 1960's and still going strong today so why do so many Personal Trainers and Nutritionists hate them so much? As ever, we are here to give you our Voice Of Reason. You might be surprised too!

Influencers love to remind us calorie deficit is "THE ONLY WAY TO LOSE WEIGHT" but what does it actually mean and more importantly, is it something you need to know in order to make progress with your nutrition? Here's our two cents...

Celebrities selling fitness products and programmes is nothing new but it's fair to say in 2024 there have never been more famous faces tempting us to spend our hard earned cash to follow their workout routines. Should you? Shouldnt you? Katie and Frank share their views...

It's all been kicking off online as The Body Coach (Joe Wicks) shares some free workouts on his YouTube Channel aimed at women going through menopause. Is he "out of order" and "patronising" as some comments suggested or is it a positive message to be celebrated? Katie and Frank discuss.

Weight loss injections have been approved by the NHS and are now getting in the hands of anyone with access to google and £150. Is this good? Katie and Frank discuss...

Meet Katie & Frank, the Award Winning Personal Trainers helping YOU make sense of some of the hottest, and most controversial topics in health and fitness today.