HEALTH: Let’s Chill Out & Get Real
by Lara Jezeph
Raw, honest info on everything from pregnancy, baby sick, poo through to pelvic floor, fat loss and mum guilt. I’m keeping it real when it comes to health. Simple, basic and always fun. This is for mums who are sick of feeling overwhelmed with the latest diets, intense exercises and how to get the perfect body. Lara is the Owner of VirtualPT helping mums move better, feel better and look better.
Episodes
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#9: Pro’s and Con’s of Jenny Craig
An unexpected experience during my isolation time. What happened when my client started the Jenny Craig diet.
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#8: How to be fertile in an infertile world
Is ‘infertile’ a word? I talk about my experiences, what’s really going on with fertility and what method works according to an old Italian who’s helped a number of women and men.
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#7 Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, isn’t it?
Let’s chat about breakfast, revving our metabolism, Dr Tim Spector, eating little and often, fats and dieting.
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#6: TANTRUMS, TOILET TRAINING AND TODDLER BEDS!
TANTRUMS, TOILET TRAINING AND TODDLER BEDS! Hey beauties, My special guest Anne Dobson (Child behaviour specialist and retired teacher) will be joining me to talk about everything to do with tantrums, toilet training and toddler beds. Squashing the BS behind what advice parents receive such as:...
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#5: Get the scoop on Adrenal Fatigue with special guest Kean
I interview Kean - father of 1, strength, movement and health coach for 10 years, survivor of adrenal fatigue. We chat from our own learnings and experiences giving a male and female perspective. What is adrenal fatigue? Is it actually a real thing? OR is it all in our mind? Can it be diagnosed?...
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#4 Physio Interview: Everything a Mum Needs to Know for Safe Return to Exercise.
I interview Sally Mander from Aspire physio on all things postpartum when it comes to getting your body back to strength. From running and squats through to mum guilt and wetting yourself. As always, we share our honest experiences and knowledge to help mums find the best options for their…
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#3 What happened in my first kinesiology appointment.
I go into my experiences from attending a 5 day course for rehab and injury prevention, how it can help with postural, structural, injuries and general weaknesses and pain in the body, my crazy driving skills and my first ever experience with a Kinesiologist for stress held in the body. For a…
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#2 A chilled out dads approach to parenting.
Wow what a blast I had interviewing this dad of one. Jhuan Roux is provides humour, a direct approach to parenting, with a lot of ‘who gives a crap what people think’ approach. This podcast is for dads who are new to parenting and/or for mums who are confused and frustrated with their partners…
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SEASON 2: #1 - My traumatic hypnobirthing birth story.
First episode back and talking about my experience giving birth to my little boy Monty who’s now 19 months. I get real about the 4th trimester, breasting, nutrient deficiencies, hypnobirthing and so much more. I even cry a little bit. For new mums or not so new mums, I discuss the things I wish I...
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#43: Could COVID be happening to us or for us?
Talking about the current situation in Australia, things that have surprised me, positive outcomes from a shitty time and ways you could feel less anxious and worried.
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#42 I’M BACK and also, Why I don’t like the term IIFMM (If It Fits My Macros)
I talk about coming back to podcasting after giving birth. I explain what IIFMM means and why I don’t like it. I talk about the best ways to lose body fat that are simple and effective. How all this correlates to poor gut health.
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#41 Think you’re productive or are you just busying yourself?
For 'busy' corporates. I want to call BS on your productivity and share with you the 6 habits I learnt and wish I knew before I was hospitalised. It's amazing what stress can do to the body. It seems like a lifetime ago but I was a Group Communications Director for an international security firm...
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#40 STRESS: The surprising reasons you might be, thang 3
First, I get into my experience being induced by an acupuncturist that reminded me of a car being jump started. Then the next stressor that could be hindering your health on my list from being a busy corporate women and juggling the world.
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#39 STRESS: What surprising things are adding to it? Thang no. 2
Uncover thang no. 2 that could be causing you stress, overwhelm and worry so you can start to combat. It’s all about awareness and triggers
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#38 STRESS: What surprising things are adding to it? Thang no. 1
Oh yes, me at 40 weeks pregnant podcasting haha Each day over the next 5 days I will be talking about what could be causing stress, overwhelm, worries that you may not be aware of. Simple things that can be rectified simply so you feel more in control, calm and happy again. These things all...
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#37 Pregnancy and how to induce naturally.
Facts around pregnancy. My current experience being 39 weeks pregnant and the pressures we put on ourselves as soon to be mothers. Natural methods to get baby going. Surprising reasons why baby not want to come out.
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#36 What you think and say matters when it comes to Stress - Interview with Alyce Seneca
Interview with Alyce Seneca, NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) coach and Hypnotherapist. No one is talking about this link. Doing meditation is all well and good but if you don't understand stress and the mind then it won't be as beneficial. I introduce myself and my backstory about depression…
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#35 What is ‘normal’ eating behaviour?
“I eat normally, so why do I still have gut issues?” “I have a normal lifestyle so why is my energy low?” “I have a ‘healthy’ diet so why am I still having health issues?” “I sleep well so I can’t be stressed”. Any of this sound familiar? Let’s chat about what ‘normal’ is and why striving for it…
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#34 WOMEN’S HEALTH SERIES Episode 5: Menopause 🙌🏻
What is Menopause? How old would you usually start? Surprising symptoms you may not have realised could be the start of pre-menopause. Factors that bring on menopause early Do you really need meds forever like HRT? What is HRT? Natural solutions, foods and supplements that might surprise you to...
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#33 WOMEN'S HEALTH SERIES Episode 4: Thyroid 💕with Jacqui Watts, Naturopath
What is the Thyroid? Difference between Hyper - overactive and Hypo - underactive The common signs and symptoms to look out for for each type including adrenal fatigue, leaky gut, hashimotos etc Should you be on meds forever? How to control the thyroid naturally if you do have issues. Supplements...
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#31 WOMEN’S HEALTH SERIES: Episode 2 - Fertility
Carrying on our 5 day series with Jacqui Watts, Naturopath and expert in Women's Health. Stats on Infertility Ovulation explained What can couples do to improve ovulation Supplements and herbs recommended Effective tools to check your ovulation and not generic ovulation. Myths around infertility...
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#32 WOMEN’S HEALTH Episode 3: PCOS with Jacqui Watts, Naturopath
What is PCOS? 4 different types Why is it so common? What’s the main causes? What symptoms should you be looking for? Can it be cured? Testings, supplements and PCOS diet If you have any questions please send a voice message To get your FREEBIES for hormonal health click to access here -...
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#30 Women's Health Series: Episode 1 - Hormones and Periods
- Introducing Jacqui Watts, Naturopath - What's the difference is between Naturopath and Nutritionist? - What Hormones actually are. How to know if you're body is out of balance. - What should your periods be like? - Contraceptive pill - what does it do and what to use instead if you wish. - The...
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#29 What is Hypnotherapy and How Does it Work?
I interview special guest Nick Cleves. Hypnotherapist, gym owner, pro wrestler and wonderful friend. We talk about our experiences with hypnosis. The myth around using a clock to turn you into a crazy chicken on stage. What actually is hypnotherapy. The benefits. Some client stories about...
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#28 The Main Reason You Still Have Candida
What is Candida? What are the symptoms and i share mine Why do we get it? What's the main reason we have it? Explained... What can you do to combat it for good? Also available on my podcast. If this was helpful, please share with a friend.
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#27 Should we buy organic fruit & veg?
Do we need to buy organic...does it actually matter? Parasites in the gut. What are the options if we just really can’t afford it? THe best options rather than buying organic that your gut will thank you for. Check out the link for the list of fruit and veg you should buy organic and those you...
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#26 What is Alzheimer's and the Treatment?
I share my personal experience with this disease. What’s the difference between Dementia and Alzheimer’s? What not to do. The theory behind a Dr who says we can reduce and reverse Dementia. What protocol to follow if you were keen to go down the natural route rather than take meds...or try both....
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#25 What’s your POO telling you?!! 💩
Now... poo needs to be talked about and you need to look at it. It’s the gateway to your health. I talk about my experiences in the toilet and my poo. I explain how to know what type of poo to look out for and how it correlates with the state of your health. What you can do to combat the wrong…
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#24 Health Tips through the Decades
Making a home cooked meal for the first time in years...I get thinking about my grandparents generation. I explain why! I go back and talk about the benefits of simple techniques people in the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s were doing that can massively improve digestion and moods. I share some tips...
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#23 Relieve Stress and Overwhelm with this Simple Technique
I was surprised by how simple and effective it was in improving sleep, calming a busy mind and generally feeling a bit more normal with consistent energy again. What is Yin Yoga? What are the benefits? How to know the best yoga to try for you? Why yoga is not always beneficial. Some surprising...
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#22 What’s the deal with alternative therapies
Alternative therapies are known on Mr Google as harmful because there is not much evidence to support. However if you’re not getting success with conventional medicine, is it worth trying?? Let’s dig into some therapies I have tried and my experiences.
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#21 Why FB Support Groups Dont Help!
This was one area I struggled with on my hunt to live healthy...support groups. Here’s why they only add to the problem and keep people stuck in ill health
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#20 Common Myth Conceptions
As my podcast is all about squashing myths I found this perfect article sent to me that I wanted to share with you all. I believed a number of these myths. Let’s have a bit of fun 😃
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#19 Most Powerful Technique to Combat Overwhelm and Panic
It’s my last day as a PT and yoga instructor for a little while as I am having a baby soon. I talk about the interesting day I’ve had. I go into the time I had one of my first panic attacks and what I did to help ease it. I share the most powerful technique for anyone wanting to instantly find…
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#18 Shift from Sad to Happy, instantly
I have a little blab about chiropractic and pregnancy, my PT client and mindset first. Then I share my favourite ways to shift myself out of a bad mood back into happy 😊
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#17 Bloated and don’t know why?
I talk about my experiences with bloating, why we get bloated, a powerful tool to uncover food issues and how it depends on time of day and your lifestyle.
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#16 My shock pregnancy and Hypnobirthing
So I hadn’t planned on speaking about this but I went with the flow. I talk about when I found out I was pregnant, what happened, my diet, how I took up hypnobirthing and squashing myths around pain and drugs for birth. You never know, I have all these plans but I haven’t given birth yet so watch...
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#15 What I learnt and saw at my local farms
Visited 2 farms in the Adelaide area today. Nomads and Feather & Peck. We spoke about a whole load of things from the colour of the egg and it’s quality through to the difference between free range, caged and pastured eggs. I fell in love with the bodyguards of the chickens. Education is key…
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#14 Are natural products and supplements bullshit?
It’s ANZAC Day in Australia! I talk about products to save the environment, products to prevent less chemicals into your body, supplements for gut health and how I help build people a lifestyle.
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#13 What’s exercise really all about with guest Anytime Fitness Manager.
I bring on special guest Ryan from Anytime Fitness to chat about the fitness world. We laugh, swear (well I do), squash some PT myths. We also talk about exercise and gym not being the only method to feel good and get fit. Why did Ryan move from PT to gym manager. Why PTs get a bad rep and sooooo...
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#12 What’s the big deal with dairy anyway?
Hahahahahahaha interesting one today and leads on from the episode yesterday as an update. People leaving the group, getting angry, vegans, debating about dairy and Easter eggs and so much more... P.S: DAIRY is spelt like this it’s NOT a diary (just had to clear this one up as saw it a lot over…
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#11 Why should a health service be free?
I get on my soapbox here and talk about how fucked things are when it comes to paying to improve your health. I talk about the U.K. free healthcare, Doctors, health coaching and so much more. I explain why my group is not a support forum to just rant about your problems and why this doesn’t work....
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#10 What the heck is Mindfulness?
Interesting word that’s often used now but what does it actually mean and why should we be more mindful? I talk about meditation, my experience with it and my friends share their experiences. Squashing some myths around sitting on a pillow for hours chanting - this just is not how you need to...
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#9 How to get better sleep 💤
Oh yea sooooo rock n roll doing my podcast at 9pm...in bed! Setting the scene with my lavender diffuser. I discuss sleep routine, habits, how to get the best nights sleep of your life, how poor sleep will be impacting your digestion, energy and moods and what my favourite Easter Egg is 😆 Happy...
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#8 - Gluten Free products and why I hate them
I talk about my experience with pulse testing for Food Sensitivities, the real reason we can’t tolerate gluten, why I hate GF products and more. I talk about a program called Cooked and the episode Air that you need to watch. It’s on Netflix
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#7 Stop doing this so you can be HAPPY!
This topic has come up a lot this week with my personal training clients and I realised today that I hold the key. Haha! So I wanted to share here to help others shift their moods. It doesn’t take much, just practice and it’s one of the biggest factors that has helped me combat low, negative,...
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#6 Skydiving and Food Sensitivities
“What the hell does skydiving have to do with Food Sensitivities Lara?” 🤣Well have a listen and you’ll be surprised. You could get a lightbulb moment because the main reason stopping you eating the foods you love, might not even be the food itself. Share, comment, ask questions...
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#5 Stress and how to know if you are
Excited to chat to you today about the interview I held with my friend Alyce Seneca on Stress and the Mind. The interview will be out in video and audio very soooooooon so don’t miss out. Today I chat to you about the stress I put on my body, how to know if you are stressed, understanding that...
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#4 Let’s talk food intolerances
Ooooo yea, eating Tiramisu tonight made me feel grateful and I had to tell you about it. I once would never consider eating this creamy pudding due to my dairy intolerances. I talk intolerances, allergies, overcoming them, my experience with testing eggs for fun as I’m impatient, how isolated it...
About this show
Raw, honest info on everything from pregnancy, baby sick, poo through to pelvic floor, fat loss and mum guilt. I’m keeping it real when it comes to health. Simple, basic and always fun. This is for mums who are sick of feeling overwhelmed with the latest diets, intense exercises and how to get the perfect body. Lara is the Owner of VirtualPT helping mums move better, feel better and look better.
Hosted by
Lara Jezeph