CONVERSATIONAL PACE®

In this episode of CONVERSATIONAL PACE®, we sit down with one of our own nutrition coaches, Chirsty, alongside her sister Eilidh.For years, Chirsty experienced severe, painful symptoms that didn't fit the textbook definitions of endometriosis, frequently landing her in the GP's office. What followed is a story that speaks for itself, a history of being told her condition was normal for teenagers, a stressful health scare involving a mistaken scan result, and a journey toward a life-changing diagnosis.Chirsty shares her journey from navigating constant fatigue, severe digestive issues, and chronic pain, to undergoing diagnostic surgery.We talk about training and recovering after major surgery, the emotional impact of a long-awaited diagnosis, managing chronic illness through diet, and why she advocates so strongly for women to track their symptoms and push for answers.More than anything, this is an honest conversation about health, family support, and raising awareness for a systemic illness that affects so many.Whether you're someone dealing with unexplained symptoms, looking to support a loved one through a chronic illness, or looking for a reminder of the power of advocating for your own health, this one's for you.Follow CONVERSATIONAL PACE® for future episodes covering fitness, business, mindset, life lessons, and conversations with special guests from a wide range of industries.

In this episode of CONVERSATIONAL PACE®, we sit down with one of our coaches Jack.From competing in motocross at just four years old to playing football through his teens, Jack has always been wired for sport. But it was watching his mates lift heavy, run hard, and throw barbells overhead that pulled him into the world of functional fitness, and he hasn't looked back since.Jack shares his journey from cobbling together random programmes off the internet to hiring a coach and seeing the difference proper guidance makes, taking his clean from 85kg to 140kg and his snatch from 50kg to 105kg over four years of consistent work.We talk about what it takes to compete at RX level, the reality of online qualifiers and video standards, learning from the competitions that expose your weaknesses, and the "1%'s" he's refining now, from transitions to game-day habits.More than anything, this is a conversation about patience, mindset, and building the mental callus that comes from doing hard things, and why the advice he'd give his younger self is simply to enjoy the process.Whether you're a competitive athlete, someone thinking about hiring a coach, or you're simply looking for a reminder that progress takes time, this one's for you.Follow CONVERSATIONAL PACE® for future episodes covering fitness, business, mindset, life lessons, and conversations with special guests from a wide range of industries.

In this episode of CONVERSATIONAL PACE®, we sit down with one of our own members, Colin Chalmers.Almost exactly a year ago, Colin experienced a heart scare that landed him in hospital. What followed is a story that speaks for itself, a consultant telling him that his training had put him in a far stronger position than most, and a recovery that saw him back in the gym and going from strength to strength.Colin shares his journey from trying the gym door three times before finally stepping inside, to competing at Turf Games with the PACE® community, and most recently taking on the Deadly Dozen in Edinburgh alongside his daughter Hannah. We talk about training as you get older, the mindset instilled in him from a farming upbringing, doing your best over winning, and why he feels 28 despite what his birth certificate says.More than anything, this is an honest conversation about health, family, community, and the second lease of life that comes from simply showing up and putting in the effort.Whether you're already part of the PACE® community, someone who's been putting off walking through the door of a gym, or you're simply looking for a reminder that it's never too late to start, this one's for you.Follow CONVERSATIONAL PACE® for future episodes covering fitness, business, mindset, life lessons, and conversations with special guests from a wide range of industries.

In the very first episode of CONVERSATIONAL PACE®, we take you back to where it all began.We share our individual journeys, the experiences that shaped us, and the path that ultimately led to the creation of PACE®. From the early challenges and lessons learned to the vision that drives us today, this episode is an honest look at how we've built the business and community we’re proud of.We also discuss what makes PACE® different, the values that sit at the heart of everything we do. Finally, we look ahead to the future, sharing our ambitions for PACE®.Whether you're a member of the PACE® community, a business owner, a fitness enthusiast, or someone pursuing their own goals, we hope our story provides insight, inspiration, and a reminder that every journey starts somewhere.Follow CONVERSATIONAL PACE® for future episodes covering fitness, business, mindset, life lessons, and conversations with special guests from a wide range of industries.