PerformWell Podcast

Welcome to the PerformWell Podcast, our mission is to the improve the performance and wellbeing of the world one podcast at a time by gaining more knowledge from top experts in a multitude of fields.
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Step inside the world of female bodybuilding with Marzena, a Polish bodybuilder from Southampton. From her journey overcoming a broken back to competing on stage and perfecting her physique, Marzena shares the raw, unfiltered truths of what it takes to build a championship-level body.
In this episode, we discuss discipline, mindset, and the extreme dedication required in training, nutrition, and competition prep — all while balancing life, motherhood, and pushing through injuries. If you want a glimpse into the real world of professional bodybuilding, this episode is for you.
We explore:
⬛Marzena’s journey from skinny to championship-level strength
⬛Balancing femininity with extreme muscle development
⬛Hormones, aging, and bodybuilding through menopause
⬛Family, leadership, and inspiring the next generation
🌐 Connect With Your Hosts Host's:
Dan King & Nick Finch Instagram, Facebook & Tiktok:
@coach.dan.king & @getfitbynick
Website: https://mycoachinglab.co.uk/home
Guest Info: Marzena's Instagram - @marzena_team_regan
Timestamps- 0:00 - Introduction to the Podcast & Guest 1:12 - How Marzena Started Training 3:40 - Early Strength & Natural Ability 6:18 - The Back Injury Story 10:55 - Returning to Training After Injury 14:42 - Mental Transformation Through Bodybuilding 18:10 - Early Hormone Imbalance & Femininity Challenges 22:25 - Femininity vs Muscularity in Women’s Physique 27:48 - Why Some Women Fear Muscle 31:02 - Competitive Bodybuilding Journey 36:40 - Mindset Required for Competition Prep 40:55 - Training Clients as a Personal Trainer 45:15 - Alcohol, Ageing & Hormones 48:33 - Her Children & Family Life 53:10 - Should Personal Trainers Be in Shape? 56:02 - Gym Culture & Pet Peeves 1:00:40 - Training Stories With Other Athletes 1:04:15 - Beach Confidence vs Stage Confidence 1:06:42 - Future Plans & Final Thoughts 1:08:20 - Podcast Wrap-Up & Wheel Segment

Welcome to the PerformWell Podcast, our mission is the improve the performance and wellbeing of the world, one podcast at a time by gaining more knowledge from top experts.
This podcast is supported by our businesses so please check out the links below.
 
For 50 free high protein recipes check out this link: https://mycoachinglab.co.uk/ebook-optin-page
Get some more info about our 1-1 coaching programmes here: https://mycoachinglab.co.uk/home
In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the dark side of professional wrestling — the physical pain, mental health battles, and industry secrets that rarely make it to the ring. We talk to Joe Bligh, an ex wrestler turned wrestling promoter in the UK, who gives raw insight into what life is really like backstage, the toll it takes on wrestlers, and why the glamour hides so much struggle.
We explore:
🟨Why pro wrestling is seen as an art form
🟨The mental complications of going pro
🟨Why performance enhancers drive the industry
🟨Are weight loss jabs being used by pro wrestlers to achieve stage ready physiques
🌐 Connect With Your Hosts Host's: Dan King & Nick Finch
Instagram, Facebook & Tiktok: @coach.dan.king & @getfitbynick
Website: https://mycoachinglab.co.uk/home
Guest Info:
Joe Bligh's Instagram - @jacked.by.joe
Timestamps-
00:00 The Reality of Professional Wrestling
03:00 The Art and Performance of Wrestling
05:54 The Athleticism and Training of Wrestlers
09:04 The Journey into Professional Wrestling
12:02 The Influence of Wrestling on Other Sports
15:03 Mental Toughness in Wrestling
27:48 The Journey of Overcoming Fear and Taking Action
30:04 Imposter Syndrome in Professional Wrestling
31:06 The Spectrum of Talent in Wrestling
33:40 The Dark Side of Wrestling Promotions
36:23 Performance Enhancers in Sports
39:20 Genetics and Athleticism in Wrestling
41:36 The Reality of Steroid Use
43:57 Weight Loss Injections vs. Steroids
46:40 The Role of Weight Loss Medications
48:49 Testosterone and Its Implications
51:03 The Balance of Enjoying Life and Health
52:36 Longevity and Healthy Habits
55:58 The Influence of Fitness Personalities
01:00:01 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

Ready to tap into your best self? In this video, you’ll learn a powerful, step-by-step plan to unlock your hidden potential in just 30 days — no gimmicks, just real-world strategies that work. What you’ll discover: Why most people never reach their true potential The one daily habit that changes everything How to set goals that actually stick Overcoming the biggest mental blocks A simple 30-day action plan you can start today 🔎 Chapters: 0:00 – Introduction: Your Potential Unlocked 1:45 – The gap between who you are & who you can be 4:10 – Daily habit that transforms your life 7:35 – Setting and achieving real goals 10:20 – Overcoming mental blocks & fear 13:55 – The 30-day plan: Day-by‐day breakdown 17:30 – How to sustain the change long-term 19:45 – Final thoughts & next steps 💬 Let me know in the comments: What’s the biggest barrier you feel is holding you back right now? I’ll be reading and replying to your answers. And if you enjoyed this video, please 👍 Like and 🔔 Subscribe so you don’t miss future content on reaching your next level. Here’s to your best self — let’s do this together! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 50 high protein recipes at your fingertips: https://mycoachinglab.co.uk/ebook-optin-page Work with us directly: https://mycoachinglab.co.uk/ Follow the PerformWell Podcast Team on all platforms: Nick Finch: @getfitbynick Dan King: @coach.dan.king Follow our guest Marcin on Instagram and YouTube @ma_coaching_move_more

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In this episode, we’re joined by Kat Hutchings, yoga instructor, community leader, and mental health advocate, for a deep dive into yoga, mindfulness, and managing stress in the modern world.
 
Kat shares how yoga helped her overcome anxiety and how it became her way to help others move, breathe, and feel better. We discuss the misconceptions around yoga (“you have to be flexible”), how to start if you’re a beginner, and why yoga is so much more than stretching, it’s movement, mindfulness, and meditation combined.
 
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In this episode, we’re joined by Philly Fleming, online coach, nutrition expert, bikini competitor, and future physiotherapist, to talk all things female training, hormones, and realistic fitness goals.
We cover everything from how to train around your cycle, common myths that still plague women’s fitness (“toning,” lifting light weights, and fear of “getting bulky”), and why strength training should be every woman’s superpower. Philly shares her journey from bodybuilding to balance, how she repaired her relationship with food, and why she’s on a mission to bring evidence-based education into women’s health and coaching.
 
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If you’re sitting all day, feeling tight, sore, or stuck in a slump, this is your guide to fixing it. In this episode, we break down the ultimate 30-minute workout plan for desk-bound people—a routine that improves posture, strengthens your hips, glutes, and core, and helps you move and feel better without spending hours in the gym.
What you’ll learn:
Why short, consistent mobility beats hour-long yoga classes
The two most important stretches for desk workers: thoracic extension & hip flexor
Why your hip flexors need strengthening as well as stretching
How to wake up lazy glutes and prevent back pain
The key movement patterns (squat, hinge, push, pull) that hit your whole body
Two simple training templates you can run in 30 minutes
How to train with “controlled aggression” for better results

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We tackle the protein bar controversy head-on, Joe Wicks’ claims, James Smith’s rebuttal, and what actually matters for your health. We unpack marketing versus reality, why “high protein” doesn’t always mean high value, and how to balance convenience, digestion, cost, and results without falling into fear-mongering.
What you’ll learn:
How to think about ultra-processed foods with an 80/20 mindset
Cost-per-protein: bars vs chicken vs shakes (and when each makes sense)
Bioavailability and labelling tricks (vitamins on the wrapper ≠ nutrient-dense food)
Shakes vs bars vs whole foods—smart ways to hit your target
Lactose tips (vegan blends or simply double dinner protein and split portions)
Quick, one-tip fixes for brain fog, “slow metabolism,” poor skin, and more
We’re coaches focused on sustainable, real-life changes, not medical fear tactics or perfect-world advice. Context first, results second, obsession never.
 

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In this episode of the PerformWell Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Paul Fairburn, lecturer, nutritionist, and endurance expert, for a deep dive into the world of evidence-based nutrition.
We cover:
Why navigating online nutrition advice is so confusing
The fundamentals that really matter for health & performance
The truth about supplements like creatine, omega-3s, and collagen
Endurance nutrition for older adults and everyday athletes
Cognitive performance, stress, and food for brain health
Myths around seed oils, processed foods, carnivore, and vegan diets
Why public health is about more than just telling people to “eat better”
This episode is packed with clarity, practical advice, and science-backed insights you can use right away.
Follow Dr. Paul Fairburn:Website: ultraendurancenutrition.comInstagram: @paulfairburn.nutrition

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In this episode of the PerformWell Podcast, we get real about hybrid training, trying to balance running, endurance work, and strength training without losing all the muscle you’ve worked so hard for. We break down how we’re fueling, why recovery is the secret weapon, and the common mistake people make by thinking cardio will “kill your gains.” Spoiler: you can absolutely do both, if you’re smart about it.
 
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