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Josie left Australia to travel to the US immediately after finishing school. She entered a toxic relationship that wreaked havoc on her physical and mental health. With most of Josie's support network thousands of kilometers away, Josie explained how she turned to food for comfort. Tune in to hear how Josie overcame such adversity while raising two young children, and has now made fitness her passion. If you want to connect with Josie you can find her here at https://kickstartperformance.com/ or directly on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/josey.ferris

They're the difference between losing, maintaining or gaining weight, however, understanding what they are, how much you need, and even more challenging, how many you're actually eating, is a nightmare.  The trick is to not get too bogged down on the exact numbers you read when it comes to calories. Paying no attention to them at all can also be problematic.  This episode is designed to give you the basic understanding you need to make informed choices and meet your health goals, whatever they may be. 

Chris Brine experienced what no child should have to endure at the tender age of 15.  Battling a crippling illness that robbed him of his prime adolescent years, Chris's weight more than doubled. This lead to other problems that took years to overcome.  Tune into hear how Chris overcame these obstacles, and is now on a path of helping others find their way. 

In this episode we meet an amazing guy who has an inner strength rarely seen.  Aaron has overcome major trauma in his life. If ever you're lying in bed making excuses not to train, or eat healthy, after hearing this episode, you will channel Aaron Osheroff.  Such an amazing guy who has not let life's challenges hold him back.

When the local Big & Tall store no longer had clothes that could fit Jim, he knew just how low he'd sunk. Wanting to die, Jim went to his local doctor to seeking help regarding the depths of his depression. Jim's doctor gave him a prognosis of 6 months to live. This triggered a journey that now has Jim inspiring others around the world.  You can find Jim by clicking the links below: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7YwyUtf-pqNabfm-kcMaUg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jimhittmotivate Email: [email protected] 

Luke Smith's life had hit a crossroads. He'd lost a close friend to cancer, and then with a new partner and young child, had more than just himself to think about. He set off making changes that transformed his life. Join us for episode 15 of "Punching Above Your Weight" to learn what those changes were, and how he maintained them.

Tune in to hear Alex Wojo's battle with disordered eating. After being named National Baseballer of the Year, Alex's baseball career looked promising. After securing a contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, Alex was struck down by injury. Alex trained himself back from rehab, where in the process he achieved a physique he had longed for. For the first time in his life Alex had the ever elusive six-pack. This became problematic, as Alex's baseball career stalled and his ability to maintain the picture perfect physique, had to be balanced with the rigour of the 9-5 lifestyle. Listen to Alex's journey where he descibres the depths he reached in order to maintain his physique. Developing an unhealthy relationship with food and exercise, Alex's behaviours put his health in danger. In this podcast Alex describes what he learnt from this journey, and how his experience has shaped his life and now his dedication to helping others. If you wish to connect with Alex, you can contact him at the following links. https://www.facebook.com/groups/241866840198372/user/100000465291426 https://www.facebook.com/groups/289021566110903/ Instagram: @alexwojonutrition

Kelly Glionna 108 pound (49kg) weight loss effort started at the age of 49 after her last child left home. Kelly soon discovered that she had not taken care of herself over the last 20 years, instead catering to the needs of her loving family. This is Kelly’s two year journey of weight loss, learning what works and what does not.

Mary T Prenon in her hilarious book called “I’m Lazy and I Love to Eat”, describes her journey through 19 years of searching for weight loss success. Spoiler alert: She found it. Tune in to learn from Mary’s Pearl’s of Wisdom.

Dacia Sil Yang, an American born teacher living in China, describes the battle she endured with mental health and the subsequent weight she gained through a change in medication and mood. Tune in to hear what Dacia went through, and what she did to turn it around.

Deb Friel describes the roller coaster battle she has had with her weight, starting from the tender age of 15, when a family member made a comment about her weight.

Listen to Hannah’s identity crisis from when she stopped competitive swimming and began an unhealthy binge eating habit. Hannah’s worked on her mental health with exercise. She thankfully learnt that exercise is to feel good and not to burn off junk food.