Busy Woman's Guide to Fitness and Wellness

• 207 What happens when you STOP tracking and START trusting: the missing piece for your fitness, goals and growth

  You want freedom. You want flow. You want to feel strong, calm, and fully connected to yourself. But the path you’ve been taking to get there? It’s been all about control — tracking every macro, planning every move, pushing through with willpower.So in this episode, we’re flipping the script. Because what if the way you’re trying to reach your goals is actually the thing that’s holding you back? What if the constant planning, pressure, and pursuit of perfection is keeping you stuck in a loop of burnout and self-doubt?This episode invites you to stop chasing and start trusting — your body, your wisdom, your rhythm.Key Takeaways:Why tracking, controlling, and planning might be keeping you further from your goalsThe emotional and energetic cost of chasing freedom through controlHow to close the gap between what you want and how you’re trying to get thereReal-world examples of how letting go created better results — in fitness, mindset, and lifeQuestions to help you step out of control and into trust, flow, and alignmentThis episode is your reminder that more discipline isn’t always the answer. Sometimes, the missing piece is learning how to trust yourself again — and letting that trust guide your next step.

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• 206 The Shift You Can’t Ignore: When You’ve Outgrown the Life You’re Living (and what to do next)

  You’re ticking the boxes. You’ve built a good life. From the outside, you look totally find and in control. But inside? Something’s shifted. You’re feeling restless or frustrated or burnt out — like you’ve changed but your life hasn’t caught up with that yet.In this powerful episode, we unpack that feeling — the one that tells you it’s time for something different, even if you don’t know what that looks like yet. We’ll explore what this transition season really means, why it’s a good sign, and how you can use it as an opportunity to create a more aligned, fulfilling version of your life — one that actually fits who you are now.You’ll also get a first look at my 3Rs Framework — Reclaim, Reconnect, Rise — the foundation for my upcoming series of reinvention episodes, designed to help you grow into the version of yourself you’re being called to become.Key Takeaways:Why restlessness, frustration or burnout might actually be signs of growthHow society’s expectations have kept you stuck in old patterns that no longer fitWhy jumping to “fix it” mode doesn’t work (and what to do instead)A powerful new way to think about reinvention using the 3Rs FrameworkHow to stop reacting to life and start consciously creating it on your termsIf you’re done pushing, forcing, and striving — and ready to start living with more clarity, confidence and alignment — this episode is your invitation to begin.

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• 205 Wanting It All NOW vs Playing the Long Game – How to Balance Both

  Impatience and discipline can exist together — it’s not one or the other. Want help creating a realistic plan that keeps you moving and motivated? DM me on Instagram @alixchickfit and let’s chat about how coaching can support you in building real momentum that lasts.That tug-of-war between wanting results now and knowing deep down it takes time? You’re not alone. This episode unpacks that inner conflict and shows you how to work with it — not against it. You’ll walk away with strategies to stay motivated in the moment and build long-term consistency, without burning out or giving up.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why chasing fast results often leads to burnout, frustration, or giving upThe mindset shift that helps you honour both your need for progress and the time growth takesSimple ways to give the “now” part of your brain quick wins without derailing the bigger pictureHow to create structure and flexibility so you stay consistent, without feeling trapped

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• 204 How to Track Your Progress When the End Goal Doesn’t Feel Very Specific

  Not every transformation is measurable — but that doesn’t mean it’s not happening. If you’re ready to recognise your progress, reconnect with what’s working, and get a tailored plan to keep moving forward, check out my Unstuck & Unstoppable session.If your goals are more about how you feel than hitting a specific number, it can be hard to tell if you’re making progress — and easy to lose motivation. In this episode, we explore five meaningful ways to track growth when your goals are more emotional, behavioural, or lifestyle-based. Whether you’re working on reducing stress, improving boundaries, or just feeling more like you, this is your reminder that transformation isn’t always linear — but it is happening.In this episode, we explore:What to do when your goal is more about how you feel than what you achieve5 powerful ways to track your progress beyond numbers or metricsHow journaling, self-check-ins and energy mapping can show you how far you’ve comeWhy change can be slow, subtle and still absolutely life-changingA prompt to help you reflect on your non-specific goals and what’s really shifting

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• 203 Your Ability to Do This ONE Thing = Your Success in Fitness & Life

  Ready to move through the messy middle and finally feel clear, calm and in control again? Book your Unstuck & Unstoppable deep dive session today — and if you're quick, the next 3 bookings get a bonus 45-min follow-up for just £1! Success in fitness, wellbeing, and life often gets pinned on willpower or having the perfect plan. But there’s one overlooked skill that influences it all. So in this episode, we explore why avoiding this skill might just be holding you back — and how building this single capacity can change everything. If you're stuck in self-sabotage or spinning your wheels, this one's for you.In this episode, we explore:This ONE thing that could be the make-or-break factor in achieving goalsHow modern life conditions us to avoid hard feelings — and how that’s keeping us stuckWhat discomfort really looks like (spoiler: it’s not always physical)How to start building your “discomfort muscle” to increase resilience and momentumA powerful reflection to help you shift from avoidance to aligned action

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