What is HA? What causes it, what side effects does it have an ultimately how do you recover from it? In today's jam packed episode we touch on all of the above and more with Nicola J. Rinaldi, PhD, author of No Period. Now What? If you have lost your period and you suspect it may be from underrating, over exercising or stressing your body out in some other way, this episode is a practical must-listen for you! https://www.noperiodnowwhat.com

Ever feel like you’re constantly doubting your abilities and walking around with the fear of being exposed as a ‘fraud’? Imposter syndrome is real and might be holding you back or negatively affecting your mental state more than you realise. What is it, what influences it and how can you tackle it are all addressed in this episode of @maxichats which will leave you rearing and ready to go 

Digestive health and everything GI related. Many people experience some kind of digestive issues over the course of their life. From IBS to SIBO to just plain bloating, digestive health affects a lot of our lives and can be a confusing journey to navigate. Kate Scarlata, MPH, RDN specialises in the treatment of these as well as the low FODMAP diet, and is passionate about educating people around this.

With the rise of plant based diets and meat alternatives, and lots of media around this, it is easy to get lost in the noise. In this episode of MaxiChats we discuss protein requirements, how to overcome any potential limitations of plant protein sources, serparate fact from fiction with regards to common plant based protein topics like soya, GMO’s and the true healthiness of plant based meat alternatives. 

A really practical looks at all things health and performance nutrition related, with a special focus on endurance exercise. This podcast will answer all your questions around pre and post race nutrition, carbohydrate periodisation, supplements, and it even touches briefly on REDs. If you are interested in any kind of endurance training, whether professionally or recreationally, this podcast is a must listen if you are looking to fuel your training smartly.

Volume, progressive overload, and understanding the mechanisms of what grows muscle is confusing. Throw broscience, women's health magazines and our new years resolutions of both running an ultra marathon and entering a powerlifting meet into the mix and you find yourself in bit of pickle. This podcast spans over a wide range of physiology and hypertrophy fundamentals, deals with some of the practical issues related to training stressors, and really helps you understand how adaptation occurs.

If only there were a guidebook to navigating the human experience. But there isn't. Our minds are complex things, and looking after your mental health encompasses a wide range of things. Many of these things are in fact linked, and this episode touches on a range of them. It's a lovely foundation from which to understand some of the components, deal practically with them, and help you set forth on some helpful paths as you optimise them.

It is easy to over complicate things when you’re just starting out. Jordan keeps it simple and says it how it is. Add a salad, go for a walk, and be consistent. Seemingly obvious tips but just some of the valuable practical takeaways from this episode that is perfect for anyone wanting a broad overview and a balanced perspective. Follow on Instagram: MaxiChats: @maxichats Jordan Syatt: @syattfitness  Max: @sugarfreesundays

Season 2 of Maxichats health radio is HERE! Burning questions on health, wellness and nutrition are answered in interviews with experts in food science, sports science, biology and psychology, plus so much more.

We dive deep into metabolic adaptation with Eric Trexler, PhD, Director of Education at Stronger by Science. Covering a broad range of adaptations that occur, we also look into what we can do to combat some of them. From the changes in leptin and cortisol all the way through to how to recover from the effects of extreme dieting This super informative episode episode that dispels many myths. Follow on Insta: Eric Trexler: @trexlerfitness Maxichats: @maxichats

We chat to Amanda, therapist and owner of Therapy for Women about the importance of setting boundaries in our lives and how they can help prevent burn out. The episode includes practical tips we can implement TODAY to help us reach a healthier mental state. We also talk about self care, worrying, people pleasing, the constant need to be productive and much more. Follow along on Instagram: MaxiChats: @maxichats Amanda: @therapyforwomen

In this episode we chat all about how to use a mindful approach to non-violent communication. It is SO insightful, and FULL of simple, practical things you can do in your own life starting right now to feel confident, focussed and constructive in your interpersonal interactions. Improving the way in which we both speak and listen during conversations can be one of the most nourishing things we do for ourselves! Connect on Instagram: Oren: orenjaysofer MaxiChats: @maxichats

GROWTH! It feels good to feel like we are growing as humans but how do we actually go about doing it? How do we progress? We chat about how to encourage it and use reflection to keep the ball of self improvement rolling. We also touch on the importance of taking a rest from growth to keep things sustainable.

Today we’re discussing ANXIETY. The natural response is fight, flight, or really just trying to make the discomfort go away, but that is not a long-term solution. In the episode we chat to the amazing anxiety and OCD therapist, Kimberley Quinlan. She speaks about more helpful ways to manage anxiety, ways to do hard things in the presence of it, self kindness and so much more. You are sure to learn something new and feel inspired to be the brave human you were called to be!

In this episode of MaxiChats we chat about of a range of things related to achieving a health and fitness goal. We chat about tracking, number focus, dieting beyond calories and macros, viewing diets in context (not long term), measuring progress etc. We also dive into some training related things, having performance goals the importance of mindset around all of this. Follow us: Instagram: @MaxiChats Follow ESG: Instagram: @ESGfitness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EsgFitness/

In this episode we chat to non-diet dietician Alissa Rumsey about what intuitive eating is, the principles around it & the context in which she uses it her practice. We explore the effects of dieting & why diets so often fail, body acceptance and weightloss goals in the midst of this. Links: https://alissarumsey.com/haes/body-positive-instagram https://alissarumsey.com/category/intuitive-eating https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchthedietsupport Follow Alissa on Instagram:...

In this training focused episode of MaxiChats we chat to Harry Ranson, online personal trainer at A Taste Of Fitness, and no nonsense coach. We discuss good weight lifting programming, principles of hypertrophy and where people often go wrong, as well which supplements are worth the cash and which should be ditched! We also touch on areas where women in particular often struggle when it comes to making progress in the gym, how to combat that, as well as lots of other training related topics.

It can be tough! Staying motivated to continue with your healthy habits and taking care of yourself can become a challenge when life gets busy and rushed. And that is the thing, a healthy life means something completely different to each individual person. It is more about tips on how to continue to show up for yourself, and lead a lifestyle that is balanced and filled with self care through all of life's seasons. General guidelines that you can take and personalise to implement into your...

This week we try to simplify and explain some basic nutritional concepts, namely energy balance, calories and macronutrients. We hope to bring a clearer understanding of how diet impacts body composition, the different macronutrients, their impact on your body, and how you can adapt your eating going forward in a way that is best suited to YOU.

In this episode of MaxiChats we throw it right back to an excerpt from an interview that we recorded for episode 1 (Low Carb Diets with Alan Flanagan). In that same interview we also went into the details of where the evidence currently lies on ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS. Today we dive deeper to clear up myths like whether aspartame causes cancer or if artificial sweeteners cause obesity, plus so much more. Follow us: @maxichats @thenutritionaladvocate @sugarfreesundays

There are so many questions around sugar alternatives and sweeteners. Which is better? Do they cause cancer? Which of them works for weightloss? Today we dive into these questions in an effort to dispel nutritional myths and enable you to make the best, most informed decision for the healthiest version of yourself! Please rate and review us on your podcast app of choice!

Peeing when you laugh, painful sex, or even a little pot belly (no matter how many lower ab exercises you do)… these are all possible symptoms of a less than ideal pelvic floor situation.
 Today we chat to Lulu (Jay) Becker, a women’s health physiotherapist, and she sheds light on the importance of taking care of your pelvic floor. Plus, she includes loads of practical tips for doing so! Find Lulu: Web: http://www.lulujayphysiotherapy.com/ Instagram: @luluphysio Please rate/review us on iTune

Sufficient protein intake is essential for optimum health but walking into the protein powder aisle can be daunting. In this episode we demystify the differences in protein powders so that you can make informed decisions on which of them will best serve your needs. Specifically, we chat about: vegan protein powders vs whey protein powders and whey concentrates vs whey isolates. What does it all mean? Listen to this episode of MaxiChats Health Radio to find out!

We chatted Danny Lennon (Msc), director at Sigma Nutrition in an episode jam-packed with gems of all sorts including his thoughts on the changeability of set points, possible reasons for over eating and tips on changes we can make to optimise health through being mindful of our circadian rhythm (plus much more!). Follow on Instagram: Danny: @dannylennon_sigma MaxiChats: @maxichats Max: @sugarfreesundays Please subscribe and rate us on iTunes!