Before you set another New Year’s resolution, pause.
Most goals fail because they’re built on pressure, perfectionism and rules, not on who you are or what truly matters to you.

In this New Year special, Emma and Laura walk you through:
• what actually makes goals stick
• why values matter more than outcomes
• how to stop repeating the same January cycle
• a simple reflective exercise to help you shape your 2025 vision

If you’re ready to build a year that feels meaningful, grounded and aligned, this episode will set the tone beautifully.

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Weight loss medications are everywhere, yet many women feel confused, judged or overwhelmed by the conversation around them.

In this short, honest discussion, Emma and Laura share what they’re actually seeing day to day in the gym: Where weight loss medication has supported women, where it’s helped create space for change, and where the risks and limitations are often glossed over.

We also explore a more uncomfortable truth: in a world obsessed with quick fixes and optimisation, sustainable progress still requires effort. Not extremes or punishment, but consistency, education and support, especially for women, who remain significantly under-studied in health and fitness research.

This isn’t about telling you what to do. It’s about cutting through the noise and helping you think critically about what’s right for you.

This episode is for anyone asking:

“Is this right for me?”

“Why does this feel so normalised?”

“What’s actually missing from the conversation?”

This is not medical advice. Please consult a qualified medical professional if you’re considering GLP-1s or any other medication.

Lorraine is one of our most inspiring clients and she’s here to share her story. At 65 she didn’t see herself as a gym person. At 70, she’s stronger, fitter, more energised, and more confident than ever.

In this hilarious conversation, we talk about:
• the moment she realised it was time to put her health first
• how strength training transformed her energy, mindset and daily life
• the fears she had at the start, and how she worked through them
• why community matters - especially in your 60s and 70s
• her message for any woman who feels it’s “too late”

This episode is for EVERY woman who needs a reminder that age is not a barrier — it’s an opportunity.

This is the episode where we take you behind the scenes of our full rebrand, our podcast launch and everything coming in 2025. We go through where it all started, why it mattered, and what it means for every woman who walks through our doors or listens to us online.

Emma shares:
• what The Nourishment Academy has always stood for
• the moment she realised we’d outgrown our old name
• why strength + confidence + connection inspired “& Bloom”
• how the ampersand (&) became the heart of the brand
• what’s coming next, online, in-studio, retreats and beyond

If you’ve ever been part of a transformation, personal or business, this episode will resonate deeply. It’s about growth, identity, community and becoming your best.

Today’s guest is a very special one… Styled by Susie.

Susie works with thousands of women in midlife to help them rediscover their confidence, identity and joy through personal style. From body changes, perimenopause, anxiety, wardrobe overwhelm and the pressure to “dress for your age”.

Susie shares simple, practical ways to be braver with your wardrobe and choose clothes that lift your confidence instead of draining it.If you’ve been stuck in a style rut or second-guessing your body, this episode is your reminder that you deserve to feel amazing everyday.

We cover:
• the biggest confidence challenges women face in their 40s, 50s and beyond
• Susie’s own health and body transformation over the last year
• how to dress for the body you have now, not the one you used to have
• easy styling tips that instantly lift your confidence
• how to stop hiding, start expressing, and feel more like you again

Plus: ALL members recieve 10% off her online services until January.
This episode is a powerful reminder that confidence isn’t just a feeling - it’s a practice.

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In this episode Emma & Laura sit down to discuss why Christmas doesn’t have to be the season of “I’ve blown it now” followed by guilt in January. In today’s Mindset Shift episode, Emma and Laura dive into why the all-or-nothing mentality keeps so many women stuck in the same cycle every year and how to step into a calmer, kinder way of eating over the holidays.
Inside, we’ll talk about:

• why “f*ck it, it’s Christmas” actually makes January harder

• how habits and non-negotiables keep you grounded

• the mindset shifts that help you enjoy food without spiralling

• a reflection prompt to help you find your middle ground this year

If you’ve ever felt torn between being “on track” or throwing the whole week away… this episode will change the way you approach Christmas food forever.