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EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 1H 13M

“I Thought I Was Healthy… Then I Found a Lump” | Julia Bradbury

from The Energy Equation

TV presenter and health advocate, Julia Bradbury, shares her journey from "surface level healthy" to a deeper understanding of true wellness. While her active lifestyle and fitness routine made her appear healthy, Julia reflects on how neglecting gut health, stress management, and the impact of alcohol and sugar held her back from optimal health.Oli explores Julia’s evolving approach to health, highlighting her awareness of how knowledge empowers better choices. They discuss her metaphor of "charging your battery" through exercise, her focus on muscle-building for longevity, and the importance of gradual habit change for lasting impact. Julia’s emphasis on progress over perfection offers a relatable approach to health.With her candid insights into the role of alcohol in health, sleep disruption, and the power of mindfulness in making better choices, Julia stresses the importance of awareness in driving change. This episode challenges the notion of “good enough” health and invites listeners to embrace a more informed, holistic approach to wellbeing.Hack Yourself Healthy by Julia Bradbury is out now, published by Little Brown Book Group: https://amzn.eu/d/06FppySfEight Sleep 👉 If you’re ready to upgrade your nights and unlock more energy in your days, start with Eight Sleep. Use code EE for up to £350 off the Pod 5 Ultra here: https://highpfrmc.com/EE-eightsleep-auHeights 👉 Join Oli in maximising your energy, with Vitals. Click here for 20% off: https://highpfrmc.com/EE20-au WHOOP 👉 Join Oli to track your performance and recovery. Get a 1-month free trial and see the difference for yourself! https://highpfrmc.com/ee-au Stride 👉 If you want clarity, not guesswork, check out StrideOne and get 10% off here: https://highpfrmc.com/stride-au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TV presenter and health advocate, Julia Bradbury, shares her journey from "surface level healthy" to a deeper understanding of true wellness. While her active lifestyle and fitness routine made her appear healthy, Julia reflects on how neglecting gut health, stress management, and the impact of alcohol and sugar held her back from optimal health.Oli explores Julia’s evolving approach to health, highlighting her awareness of how knowledge empowers better choices. They discuss her metaphor of "charging your battery" through exercise, her focus on muscle-building for longevity, and the importance of gradual habit change for lasting impact. Julia’s emphasis on progress over perfection offers a relatable approach to health.With her candid insights into the role of alcohol in health, sleep disruption, and the power of mindfulness in making better choices, Julia stresses the importance of awareness in driving change. This episode challenges the notion of “good enough” health and invites listeners to embrace a more informed, holistic approach to wellbeing.Hack Yourself Healthy by Julia Bradbury is out now, published by Little Brown Book Group: https://amzn.eu/d/06FppySfEight Sleep 👉 If you’re ready to upgrade your nights and unlock more energy in your days, start with Eight Sleep. Use code EE for up to £350 off the Pod 5 Ultra here: https://highpfrmc.com/EE-eightsleep-auHeights 👉 Join Oli in maximising your energy, with Vitals. Click here for 20% off: https://highpfrmc.com/EE20-au WHOOP 👉 Join Oli to track your performance and recovery. Get a 1-month free trial and see the difference for yourself! https://highpfrmc.com/ee-au Stride 👉 If you want clarity, not guesswork, check out StrideOne and get 10% off here: https://highpfrmc.com/stride-au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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