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The Her Spirit Podcast is back for season 6, hosted by former BBC Breakfast presenter, journalist and adventure seeker Louise Minchin. This brand-new season follows real-time the stories of Donna and Amy as they go on a 12-week health and fitness journey with Louise and Her Spirit Co-Founders Mel and Holly. Donna and Amy are two women who, like so many of us, have faced tough challenges to their health and enormous demands on their time over the last couple of years. Both wanted some help and support in changing their lives and feeling stronger, fitter and healthier. For the next 12 weeks, we'll follow them on their journeys - the highs and lows, the successes and the challenges - and we want you to come along too, and set some goals alongside theirs so that we can help and support each other along the way.Her Spirit is a global community of like-minded women all getting fitter, stronger and healthier together. We believe your mind, body and fuel are intrinsically linked and taking small achievable steps will lead to big changes.Regardless of your ability, location or stage of life Her Spirit has something for everyone. We are an inclusive bunch of women who believe that being fit and healthy shouldn't be a chore but something you love to do. Our mantra is 'Together We've Got This' and together we support each other to live life to the full and achieve mind, body and fuel goals we never thought possible.Please find out more and come and join our community at https://herspirit.co.uk/Download the Her Spirit App Apple - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/her-spirit/id1455642844Google Play - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.herspiritJoin us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/herspiritukTwitter - https://twitter.com/herspiritukInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/herspirituk/

Her Spirit Podcast Her Spirit

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.8 • 188 Ratings

The Her Spirit Podcast is back for season 6, hosted by former BBC Breakfast presenter, journalist and adventure seeker Louise Minchin. This brand-new season follows real-time the stories of Donna and Amy as they go on a 12-week health and fitness journey with Louise and Her Spirit Co-Founders Mel and Holly. Donna and Amy are two women who, like so many of us, have faced tough challenges to their health and enormous demands on their time over the last couple of years. Both wanted some help and support in changing their lives and feeling stronger, fitter and healthier. For the next 12 weeks, we'll follow them on their journeys - the highs and lows, the successes and the challenges - and we want you to come along too, and set some goals alongside theirs so that we can help and support each other along the way.Her Spirit is a global community of like-minded women all getting fitter, stronger and healthier together. We believe your mind, body and fuel are intrinsically linked and taking small achievable steps will lead to big changes.Regardless of your ability, location or stage of life Her Spirit has something for everyone. We are an inclusive bunch of women who believe that being fit and healthy shouldn't be a chore but something you love to do. Our mantra is 'Together We've Got This' and together we support each other to live life to the full and achieve mind, body and fuel goals we never thought possible.Please find out more and come and join our community at https://herspirit.co.uk/Download the Her Spirit App Apple - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/her-spirit/id1455642844Google Play - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.herspiritJoin us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/herspiritukTwitter - https://twitter.com/herspiritukInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/herspirituk/

    ENCORE: BBC Breakfast weather presenter Carol Kirkwood on her passion for being active

    ENCORE: BBC Breakfast weather presenter Carol Kirkwood on her passion for being active

     Louise Minchin and  Annie Emmerson talk to BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood.

    Carol Kirkwood is a British weather presenter, trained by the Met Office, and employed by the BBC, in particular on BBC Breakfast and Victoria Derbyshire. In 2015, she participated in the 13th series of BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing, finishing in 10th place.

    There's often a daredevil side to Carol's work. She can be found trying everything from racing high powered speed boats to a charity tandem ride for Children in Need. Somehow most Children in Need broadcasts find her trying something new, which usually involves dancing or singing live. She's appeared as part of the newsreaders' "Rocky Horror Show", The Weather Girls' "Raining Men", she's danced the Can-can and duetted on "Baby, It's Cold Outside".
    In 2006 , she even learned to ice skate for charity - performing live for BBC One's New Year's Eve Special.
    Carol talks to Louise and Annie about enjoying being active, from running and walking to cycling. 



    At Her Spirit we’re here for you.

    We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community.
    Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way.
    Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE.
    It’s time for You

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    • 1 hr 6 min
    ENCORE: Dr Sophie Bostock AKA The Sleep Scientist

    ENCORE: Dr Sophie Bostock AKA The Sleep Scientist

    Louise Minchin and  Annie Emmerson talk to The Sleep Scientist, Dr Sophie Bostock.

    The Sleep Scientist was launched by Dr Sophie Bostock with the aim of helping more people to sleep well, and thrive. Sophie is a scientist and speaker with a bias for action. 
    Sophie has always been intrigued by why what makes us feel good and function well. Sophie's research pointed to sleep an unsung hero of mental and physical resilience. 

    In this episode learn how sleep can unlock so much mental and physical positivity in your life and how your very attitude to sleep may need to change.






    At Her Spirit we’re here for you.

    We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community.
    Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way.
    Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE.
    It’s time for You

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    • 1 hr 10 min
    ENCORE: Open water Swimming: The joys and the myths (No, you won’t be eaten by sharks!)

    ENCORE: Open water Swimming: The joys and the myths (No, you won’t be eaten by sharks!)

    This episode is all about open water swimming and host Louise Minchin speaks to Olympic Silver Medallist Keri-anne Payne , Her Spirit Co-founder Mel Berry and Her Spirit community members Gillian and Anna, about:
    Facing and embracing the fears that open water swimming can bring.Practical, professional tips for beginners and more advanced open water swimmers alike.How to motivate yourself to exercise when work and family demands your time and attention!The positive impacts open water swimming can have on your mental healthTraining tips for an open swim challenge In Lake Coniston of 5.25 miles this June.
    At Her Spirit we’re here for you.

    We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community.
    Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way.
    Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE.
    It’s time for You

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    • 32 min
    ENCORE: 'Trust Your Bike, Trust Your Tyres, Everything's Fine' Your Guide to Cycling

    ENCORE: 'Trust Your Bike, Trust Your Tyres, Everything's Fine' Your Guide to Cycling

    This episode is our guide to your cycling journey. Host Louise Minchin speaks to cycling coach Michelle Sharland, Her Spirit Community Member and Yorkshire Lass sportive Founder Judith Worrall, World Endurance Athlete and cycling convert Mimi Anderson and Her Spirit Co-founder Mel Berry. In this episode we discuss:
    How to change a tyreFeeling in control whilst going downhill.Road safety and how to deal with motorists.Working out if cleats are for you.


    At Her Spirit we’re here for you.

    We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community.
    Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way.
    Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE.
    It’s time for You

    Join us at herspirit.co.uk | Instagram | Facebook | Get the Her Spirit App

    • 36 min
    ENCORE: Dr Megan Rossi, the Gut Health Doctor

    ENCORE: Dr Megan Rossi, the Gut Health Doctor

    Louise Minchin and BBC Triathlon presenter Annie Emmerson talk to Dr Megan Rossi,  founder of The Gut Health Doctor,  considered one of the most influential gut health specialists internationally. 

    A Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with an award-winning PhD in gut health,  Megan set up The Gut Health Clinic in London, where she leads a team of gut-specialist dietitians. 
    Her debut book, Eat Yourself Healthy (UK, Aus & Europe) and Love Your Gut (US & Canada), was first published in September 2019 as an easy-to-digest guide to gut health and beyond, immediately becoming an Amazon and The Sunday Times best seller. 
     
    The conversation offers great advice and a much deeper understanding around gut health and why its so important to look after your gut at any age.
     

    At Her Spirit we’re here for you.

    We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community.
    Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way.
    Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE.
    It’s time for You

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    • 1 hr
    ENCORE: 'What even IS a cadence?' Your Guide to Running

    ENCORE: 'What even IS a cadence?' Your Guide to Running

    This episode is our guide to your running journey.

    Host Louise Minchin speaks to running and triathlon coach and PT Karen Weir, Journalist Bryony Gordon, Presenter and Mental Health Campaigner Shareefa J and Her Spirit Co-founder Holly Woodford. 

    In this episode we discuss:


    How to decide if running is for you.Practical, professional tips for starting out.Embracing mediocrity and taking the pressure off your running times.Focusing on your running purpose.
    At Her Spirit we’re here for you.

    We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community.
    Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way.
    Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE.
    It’s time for You

    Join us at herspirit.co.uk | Instagram | Facebook | Get the Her Spirit App

    • 39 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
188 Ratings

188 Ratings

HealthyHappy50 ,

Inspiring, encouraging and informative

I’ve followed Her Spirit for some time on social media but only just realised that they have a podcast series! It was a joy to find and with such a great back catalogue. I’ve listened to 4 in the space of two days.
I love the relaxed style with Louise Minchin hosting and the excellent line up of guests, many of whom I have admired for a long time.
The podcast manages to be encouraging and relatable whilst also very informative and useful. I have enjoyed the ones where it is a 3 or 4 way conversation - they always make you feel you are part of it!
I highly recommend them and I hope you enjoy them as much as I am. Thank you Her Spirit! It’s such great work! Jo Jo Moseley @jomoseley on Instagram

LeleeG70 ,

Viva Espana

Oh to be enjoying tapas and vino

Thank you, great episode today- nothing plain or boring about water!

Nature’s champagne.

Our stomach and all related to it is truly our powerhouse so great nurturing of it is so necessary.

Thank you for sharing this expert’s knowledge.

Gut instinct so true, it’s not all about symptoms, a lot is how you feel too.

Do you know how many people die from constipation in the care homes and across LD adults demographic? It’s a silent killer. We use the Bristol Stool Chart at work as a vital indicator.

Breathing exercises and meditation in combination with exercise help greatly with frequency and efficiency of the bowel.

All things in moderation as often as possible a good mantra 🌻

Hope your cold shifts fast darling go ginger, Manuka and lemon deffo

Love you girlies 💕

patgriffith ,

Love this podcast

Brilliant podcast with Dr Megan. Have a lot of gut problems, have now got her book and reading thru it. So love your podcast girls

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