Healthcare Unprofessionals

From the PCOS to PMOS name change to the reality of who coaching actually serves, this episode dives into the growing gap between online wellness culture and frontline healthcare. We talk about access, privilege, the demographics often excluded from the ‘optimised health’ conversation, being asked to pay thousands to write a so-called magazine feature, and the wider commercialisation of women’s...

Marianna’s story is one so many women will recognise. After developing pelvic organ prolapse following the birth of her son in 2017, she found herself navigating not just symptoms, but fear, conflicting advice, and a lack of support to return to lifting and running. That experience led her to retrain as a PT and become the coach she needed.In this episode we challenge some uncomfortable truths....

This week, we explore whether women feel comfortable in fitness spaces and how this can be a barrier to their participation.The literature seems to support the narrative that gyms are gendered and intimidating for many women, especially those in midlife. Thin and fit privilege in the gym environments makes it far easier for certain women to feel comfortable there. Remember we have our Menopause...

We're fed up this week - with lots of things. From calling out other coaches, running a marathon with no water (?!) and bragging about using AI in your coaching... we have a lot to say.MENOPAUSE MASTERCLASS TICKETS⁠⁠⁠WORK WITH MICHELLE:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disordered Eating Informed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Body Image & Nutrition Review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@michellecarroll1WORK WITH...

We chat about what's been getting on our nerves this week and add some nuance to the discussion around that study rating the attractiveness of women with endo and whether you should trust a "specialist" coach.MENOPAUSE MASTERCLASS TICKETS⁠⁠WORK WITH MICHELLE:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disordered Eating Informed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Body Image & Nutrition Review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@michellecarroll1WORK WITH...

This week we chat about the latest grifters in the menopause space... does menopause really affect energy balance? Is strong the new skinny? And can you ever post transformation photos and support health?MENOPAUSE MASTERCLASS TICKETS⁠WORK WITH MICHELLE:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disordered Eating Informed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Body Image & Nutrition Review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@michellecarroll1WORK WITH...

This week on the podcast, Chloe and Michelle are back with a proper mix of real talk, evidence, and a few necessary rants.We’re also announcing something we’re very excited about…Menopause Webinar🗓️ 11th May⏰ 7pmWe’ll be diving into:- Body image during the menopause transition- Relationship with food- Exercise (including why resistance training matters)- Nutrition and supplements (what’s useful...

This week on the podcast, Chloe and Michelle are back with their usual unfiltered chat and yes, there’s a rant.With International Women’s Day everywhere this week, we found ourselves talking about the irony of being asked to speak about women’s empowerment… for free.The emails always sound lovely.“We’d love to have you.”“It’ll be great exposure.”“We don’t have budget, but…”And that’s where the...

We reveal our thoughts on the ANTM documentary, chat about Chloe's presentation to women returning to exercise after birth trauma and ultimately what we're so excited to chat about at our Fitness Unprofessionals LIVE event in Manchester on March 7th!TICKETS FOR OUR FITNESS UNPROFESSIONALS EVENT IN MANCHESTER HERE⁠WORK WITH US⁠Coaching with Michelle⁠⁠Disordered Eating Informed Course⁠⁠Chloe's...

Disordered eating is appears to be an "open secret" amongst fitness professionals - but what does the evidence actually say? Michelle & Chloe unpacked Michelle's 2025 systematic review and get into all the juicy details!-Join the Body Image & Nutrition ReviewDISORDERED EATING INFORMED: ⁠⁠www.michellecarroll.co.uk/dei-course⁠⁠COACHING: ⁠⁠www.michellecarroll.co.uk/coaching⁠⁠@michellecarrol1...