The Flex Podcast with Anna Martin Fitness

Ever been pissed off at how long it's taking for you to see results that you thought you'd get in 3 months? Listen to this one. Here we discuss the results that you might not be able to physically see... and also how long it could really take to see or feel the changes that you are after. For a program that you can follow anywhere, visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

In this episode, we follow on from Part 1 where we discussed training (how to 'stay hard' and how to push to the right intensity). Here we discuss what other factors can contribute to our progression with our training and how we can use these factors to get the biggest bang for our buck. Here we will cover nutrition, sleep, recovery, consistency and supplementation. For training programs for every level, visit me at www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

Been training for a while but want to make sure you're getting the most bang for your buck? Give this one a listen. In this episode we talk about how to make sure you are utilising your time wisely, whether you are working out from home or training in the gym or a class. We'll talk about progressive overload and what that means, what training to failure means in real life and how to use your rest sets and rest days to your advantage. For help with your training and for a workout program you can do at home or at the gym, visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

We don't have to make BIG changes to start moving toward our goals. Whether you are starting from scratch or you know you need to make some changes to your existing workout program and move from being a One a Week Wendy to Twice a Week Tina then this is for you. Join me here for my Flex program to get stuck into a program that really works from home or from the gym

I know it can feel annoying to be injury or ill and then have to get back into things BUT the alternative is a lot worse (having even longer off and it being even more of an effort) so give this a listen for when you need a friendly pep talk and a little rocket in the culo. To join me on Flex click here. www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

Feeling flat by 3pm? Running on caffeine and crossed fingers? 👀In this episode, I’m sharing the core ideas from my Energise Your Day corporate workshop – simple, practical ways to boost your energy, sharpen your focus, and feel more like you again… without needing a full life overhaul.We’ll talk about:Why energy isn’t just about sleepHow small movement “snacks” can transform your dayThe mindset shifts that stop one biscuit (or one busy hour) turning into an “all or nothing” spiralSimple habits you can actually stick toIf you’re ready to stop surviving your week and start feeling strong, energised and in control, this is for you.And if you want the structure, support and workouts to actually put this into action, come and join me inside Flex – my online program packed with dance fitness, resistance training and realistic nutrition support designed to fit into real life.You can find all the details at: 👉 www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amfLet’s energise your day properly. 💪✨

I bloody love Christmas and I intend to partake in all the joy it has to offer, food and otherwise. Give this a listen if you're feeling like the next few weeks are going to be an absolute write off. Join me below for my January Jumpstart Challenge, group coaching, all the workouts and nutritional support you need and an incredible group of people doing it with you. https://www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/january-jumpstart

All the stuff you can expect to get out of my GYST - January Jumpstart Challenge kicking off in the new year. Visit my website here for more information and to get signed up with my epic Early Bird discount!

Our motivation drops off ALL the time... it's what we do about it that matters. If you're struggling to make yourself a priority or you're choosing the sofa instead of a workout regularly, have a listen to this. To join my Flex program for just £99.99 for the year, click here. I've got all the workouts and nutritional videos you need plus a highly active WhatsApp & Facebook group so you can hang out where you feel comfortable.

Let's delve in to whether it's better to rest or push on if we are feeling a bit grotty/ill/tired etc. If you want all the workouts, nutritional info and general fitness magic, check out my online program Flex only £99.99 for the entire year with app and support groups available.

Sometimes we can get into a cycle of telling ourselves we can't do something, that a certain style of workout is not for us because of our age or fitness level. If this sounds like you, give this a listen. If you need some help with your workouts and you'd like some guidance with where to go next, come and join me on Flex. www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

Weight loss can be a hard journey to work through. I know it can be frustrating when the scales are not changing. In this episode, I talk about some of the main pitfalls my clients have worked around as well as how we can start to view our epic body in a more positive light and consider other aspects as measures of our success alongside weight loss - for example, strength, fitness levels and more. As ever, this is not a podcast to listen to around the children lol! For workouts, nutritional support and more check our my Flex program on www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

I know how overwhelming it can feel to get started - we were all there once. I used to go all the way to finish my run off with lateral raises and bicep curls because they were the only 2 exercises I felt confident with. Give this a listen for some reassurance... or some motivation to get started with some resistance training. For help with your workouts or nutrition, come and join my program www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf for just £99.99 for the entire year.

I hear these kind of things a lot in my job "I just can't stick to a healthy diet", "I'm not very strong", "I just can't lose weight"Whatever the phrase, they suck away at our ability to do the things we've set our mind to. Give this a listen and let's break down why we might be saying them and what it is really going to take to get the ball moving. If you'd like a affordable way to get started with your resistance training, cardio and nutrition journey, head over to www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

Ever said this to yourself? Let's talk about how to change the way that we think about our efforts and our progress to make sure we are moving towards the goals we have set ourselves. For more help with your workouts visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

Let's make September feel amazing... it's like the Second January in fitness and it's a great time to get stuck in.Give this a listen with where to start...and to hear what we are working on on the GYST Challenge which is starting Monday (and you're welcome to join!)www.annamartinfitness.co.uk for Flex or the GYST Challenge!

I am not one of life's natural chefs... and so I get it that it can feel overwhelming to try to be more nutritionally aware when the thought of standing over a pan for an hour fills you with dread. Give this a listen and if you fancy my GYST challenge in September head over to www.annamartinfitness.co.uk and get signed up!

Life is mad busy for most people, I get it. For some folk there is absolutely no wiggle room and that is just how it is for now... for other folk, life is busy but deep down they know there are changes they could make with a little effort. This podcast is for you guys... those who know their busy life could have a little flexibility to prioritise their health if they wanted it to. As ever, absolutely not suitable for any kids to listen to, I'm tired so I have zero control over my mouth unfortunately.

It's a question I hear often "But I just don't know which class to try first". In this podcast we're going to chat about the best way to choose your first workouts, and then how you can try to progress things over time. In the meantime, start getting your steps in and that will help create a base layer of general fitness that will help with things later on down the line.

It can be overwhelming af to get started... have no fear, in this episode I'm going to talk about the 4 things to start with that have the most bang for their buck. Honestly, if you get these 4 things feeling a bit tidier, your nutrition and fitness journey in general is going to feel a lot easier and a lot more productive. Give it a listen and if you fancy joining me for the challenge coming in September then slide into my DMs and Ill put you on my priority list. For help with your workouts and heavily discounted access to all my online challenges join me for Flex at www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

Life is always lifeing... today we chat about how to get things started (or keep them going) when we're not in the headspace (or timespace) to be the world's greatest athlete. For more help with your workouts, head to www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

The frustration can be real when we are working hard for something and we are not seeing the results... give this a listen if it sounds like you and then evaluate where you can make those small changes to give you the most bang for your buck. If you need help with your workout plans & nutritional support, head to www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

Sometimes we have BIG goals and our slower progress around life demands can get right on our t*ts. In this episode I talk about how to improve your morning (and evening) routine so you feel successful for the entire day. If you want to join me for Flex and get all the home and gym workouts you could ever need, including a ton of dance fitness, head to my website www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

It's frustrating as hell to be injured or not have the time to do what you know you need to to reach your fitness goals... BUT that doesn't need we need to throw the towel in or let that feeling of frustration take over. In this episode, I chat it through and keep the ball rolling :) For more information on working with me visit www.annamartinfitness.co.ukCheck out my Flex program for online workouts and nutritional support.

3 of the easiest strategies I help my 1-2-1 and group clients implement to get on top of their nutrition. Food is so easily accessible to us these days that it can be really hard to feel in control of how we are fuelling our bodies. These 3 simple strategies can really help when we are starting out with trying to look after ourselves a little better, especially in the environment that we all live in. For more information on my group coaching visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk and look for Flex.

A couple of the strategies I use with my clients who are not yet at the point of loving their own workout time. Give this a listen and see if the 5 Minute Rule or No Zero Days helps with your workout motivation or all-or-nothing approach. We've all got a life to live... we don't need to be perfect to get the ball rolling. For more help with your fitness and nutrition visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

If you feel a bit overwhelmed because it doesn't seem possible to hit those exercise targets we're recommended, give this a listen and learn how to do what fits into your life in a realistic way. For more help with your fitness and nutrition visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

I will never beg you to do anything apart from this... start resistance training... not only will it help you become an old lady ninja when the time comes BUT it'll also help you see what you are truly capable of and appreciate the epic body you live in, regardless of what dress size it wears. For my Flex program, the low cost way to PT with me, check out my website www.annamartinfitness.co.uk. GYST Challenge starting 9th June (prep week the week before)

Let's talk about ways that we can approach weight loss - and one of them IS weighing SOME of the food you eat... but is it the only way and do you need to do it? I'm not knocking any approach, but spending the day with a set of scales may be more in line with bodybuilding rather than trying to shed a few pounds here or there. Let's discuss and see what you think will work for you.

My new group coaching program kicks off for 4 weeks in June so this is everything you need to know about it! Here is the sign up link: https://www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/gyst-jun-25Early bird pricing until mid-May is just £34.99 for the whole thing - whether you are online only or you come to come of my classes, this is just the thing we all need to feel epic before we hit the summer running (with all the social engagements that brings!) Build your foundation so September doesn't feel like quite such an effort. Excited to get stuck in with you.

We have ALL been there... it's all great on the Monday and by Wednesday it's gone out the window. If you are stuck in the never ending cycle of 'starting on a Monday' then give this a listen. My new 4 week group coaching challenge is starting in June so standby for more information or drop me a message to let me know you want first dibs! www.annamartinfitness.co.uk

If you're struggling to keep your exercise regime up or push as hard as you should in the workouts you are doing, then give this a listen. For some people, they have all the internal motivation they need, for other people it's all about being part of a group in some way. Neither is right or wrong, it's just about what works for you. For information on my in-person classes or online Flex program, visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk

I was diagnosed with scoliosis at 13, wore a back brace to school for a few years and have eventually found some kind of balance using resistance training to help me feel stronger, move better and have more confidence in the way that my body moves and feels. This is not a 'how to' podcast and just me sharing my experiences in the hope that it will make other folk with scoliosis feel less alone. For more information on my home & gym workout program Flex, visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf

Love a snack? Can't get away from the McCoy life? Think carrot sticks and houmous is the only snack you're allowed? Give this a listen and let's see if we can't rebalance the way you feel about your snacks... and your meal planning for that matter. As ever, if you want more info on Flex, head over to www.annamartinfitness.co.uk/flex-by-amf for complete online workout programming, a great community and low-cost access to the Big 4 whenever I'm running one :)

If you struggle to know when to pull back and look after yourself or maybe you know you are creating excuses of being 'too tired' when really it's not so bad, give this a listen. Getting the balance can feel tricky but it gets easier over time. In this episode we explore how we can improve our own recovery and how we can become aware of when we should push on versus cut ourselves some slack.

It can be easy to slip into habits that maybe we wish were different, especially when we are cosily working from home. Give this a listen for easy ways to change the game and make WFH work for your nutrition & overall health. Plus it's really handy for housework, let's be completely honest! For more information on my classes, online workout program and more visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk

We all know we need to make sure we eat enough protein... but how do we know if we are eating enough and what can we do to up it? Give this a listen and as always come and join me on social media/via my website - Anna Martin Fitness if you ever want to ask more questions or join in with Flex.

Our lives are not these perfect things with perfect schedules that remain unchanged forevermore. Stuff happens and we must roll with the punches, but how strict should we be with ourselves when it comes to our exercise regimes? I was speedy on this one, so enjoy the shortest episode I've managed so far!

Let's be honest, when most women start getting into fitness it is for this reason. That changes over time (which is great) BUT if you are trying to lose some weight and you haven't been able to this can really derail the motivation. In this podcast, we delve into this with strategies to help and also discussion on how we can change out mindset and motivation over time :) If you'd like more info on classes or Flex, head on over to www.annamartinfitness.co.uk

Last week we talked all about resistance training so this week we're talking all about cardio! The general UK recommendations for cardio is 75-150 minutes per week depending on the intensity so we talk about what it is, how you can fit it in and most importantly (because I LOVE dance fitness) how to get the most out of your dance fitness class.

Flex Big 4 Group Coaching is about to go into it's second round of the year starting on the 10th March so I wanted to make sure I answer everyone's questions in the quickest way possible. If you're thinking about joining us for Flex or for the Big 4, this should make sure you have all the info you need. To join me, visit www.annamartinfitness.co.uk

There's not many things I'll ever try to 'make' people do but this is definitely the one. For any age, this is the game changer when it comes to quality of life as we age. Yes it is also a big building block when it comes to changes in physique in terms of aesthetic goals but more importantly, it's going to help keep us feeling good, moving well and being able to get off the chair when we are older.... and luckily for us it comes in many forms so we can find something that we like and that works for us.

Feel overwhelmed with all the dietary advice being thrown at you because you decided you wanted to lose a few pounds? Get your head clear with some straight talking - first and foremost let's get the basics feeling great so you have a stable platform to start from. Give this podcast a listen to get those basics in place and then work out where you could maybe start to make some additional changes to create the lifestyle that you love.

We just wrapped up the Jan Flex Big 3 and as ever it was a real joy to read how much everyone got out of it. My favourite comment was that it was easier to eat healthy when it was uncomplicated... and that is going to be my tagline from now on. In this episode I dissect a little bit what that means and how we can use our own self-awareness to move forward with our nutrition & fitness journey. Whilst commercial diets and plans etc have their place for some people at some points in their life, for more folk, the flexibility of having our own information and making our own choices help us to live a consistently healthier life that we can balance around our own lifestyles and preferences.

This question came up on my Flex check-ins this week - how can we track results, when we should track them and also if there are any circumstances in which tracking can be detrimental to the process... and of course, a lot of this (as with everything) depends on YOU, because YOU are the unique factor in the process.Give this a listen to understand more about how scale weight, measurements, tracking food, tracking strength, workouts and the like, might be useful (or not) to you as an individual.

For me, feeling healthy has never been an all or nothing situation... I completely believe it's possible to enjoy cheese & crackers whilst simultaneously feeling in the best shape of our lives. This means we adapt a generally healthy way of living and still fit in some of the stuff we love, without feeling like we are falling of some kind of health wagon. In this podcast we explore some of the ways we can examine the fluctuations in our own motivation and what we can do about them and how we can learn to stick with things even when we can't be arsed.

This is NOT a chat about HRT or anything medical. This is a chat about how fitness & nutrition do have an impact on what we are all either going through or set to go through one day. If you want to take back some control and have some impact on how you are feeling and what your body is going through.

This is something that came up on the latest Flex Big 3 where I was asked if it's actually possible to love your body when it's not 25 any more. That is what this podcast is all about. I cannot highlight enough how much more important what you can DO is, rather than the number on the scales, so give this a listen and let me know if it helps.

In this episode we talk about things that have come up for my Big 3 Group Coaching clients in terms of food variety, inspiring ourselves with our food choices and more. Part of living a healthy lifestyle that works for us means enjoying our food and feeling excited to eat - eating healthily doesn't have to mean huge restrictions on the foods that we enjoy.I hope this episode helps!