Her Strength Revolution

What to Do with a Failed Lift

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0100

It has been nearly 2 years since I last failed a deadlift in the gym and it took me a while to get over this one from last week. So let me run you through everything you need to be doing in order to collect the most data and wins from lifts that don't go quite to plan

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Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

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You're Powerlifting Wrong

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0100

There is SO much misinformation out there about powerlifting it's mental so let me run you through today exactly what you are doing wrong and how to fix it without being the dick that will shove only my methodology down your throat

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Sharon Eggleton and Adam Hindle- Powerlifting through the years and their coaching dynamic

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0100

This week's episode is a long one so buckle in as I'm joined by Sharon Eggleton and Adam Hindle to discuss all things powerlifting, equipped lifting, different training methodologies and how their coaching relationship has developed over the years to help them achieve some mind blowing things together

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Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

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My Best Comp Yet- British Record and a Pro Qualification

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0100

Last weekend I had the best comp I've ever had so let me walk you through what we did differently to come back from a not so great comp back in March. I'm talking pre prep plans, tactics on the day and nutrition both on refeed day and during as it was the fastest comp I have ever done

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Alex Hulme- Cross Federation Competing

Thu, 28 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100

This month's guest we have Alex Hulme coming in to talk all things cross federations and how to pick the best place and fed for you to compete in. With so many options of places to compete now it's important you make the right decision for you

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*All opinions expressed by the podcast's guests are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of any federation mentioned. Guest opinions are based upon information they consider reliable and it should not be relied upon as such*

Dr Sophie Evelyn- Her journey as a female strength coach

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0100

Buckle in for today is a long one! We have my wonderful coach and northern big sis Dr Sophie Evelyn on the podcast talking through her very impressive 11 year career. Soph is one of my biggest inspirations as a coach so it was a delight to sit down with her and discuss life as a female coach and the rise of women in powerlifting

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Strength Regressions and Plateaus

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0100

Regressions and plateaus are part of your powerlifting journey and whilst annoying there are things you can do to help overcome them. So next time this happens make sure you zoom out and assess everything we touch on today to make sure you're ticking all the boxes that you should be

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Why this comp prep will be better

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0100

We are back in prep for my next comp and nothing really from a training plan wise has changed. So let me run you through today what exactly this prep will be better and why locking in for prep doesn't work

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Adam and Amanda Riman- Their journey with powerlifting

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0100

Today's episode gave me the pleasure of interviewing Adam and Amanda Riman in their journey through powerlifting over the years and how their experiences have shaped the way they run the WRPF. We dive into how they got started, what keeps them coming back after all these years and their advice for novice lofters wanting to get into the sport

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The 6 month update no one asked for- the podcast is back

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0100

I took a bit of an unplanned break from the podcast for the last 6 months as life did its thing, so today I catch you up to speed with my life. From holidays to bad comps and everything in between. I bit of a brain dump if you will but the perfect chat to have as we focus on bringing the podcast back

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Natalies comp round up- going 9/9, hitting pbs and what's next

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0100

2 weeks ago we had my 1-1 client Natalie compete for the first time ever and have an absolutely fantastic day. She went 9/9 on her lifts getting only white lights and I run you through exactly how we managed to accomplish this together

I also dive into whats next for her in her journey to a 200kg deadlift and why her next phase is a two pronged attack

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An Identity Shift NOT an Upgrade- a very public promise

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0100

We're back!!! (insert Netflix style docuseries music)

Last week I went to a business event that gave me a proper slap around the face wake up call that I needed. So along with my post of IG let me run you through exactly why I will be doing an identity shift rather than an upgrade and making some very public promises (so you guys can help call me out on my BS)

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Dulce Journey- From weight loss, to photoshoots to strength

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0100

Today's episode is a very exciting one as we have long term client Dulce jumping onto the podcast to talk through her experience with coaching. From initially coming in for weight loss to tracking solely for the data, to a photoshoot prep to a strength focused block. We've gone through highs and lows together over the past 2 years and honestly looking back was just a fantastic reminder of how far you can come when you want it

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Waking up Early Changed the Game

Fri, 16 May 2025 12:00:00 +0100

I am officially becoming one of those people that raves about waking up early in the morning to help boost my productivity. As a self imposed night owl the though of waking up at 6:30am would fill me with dread but we are currently on day 3 of 30 and if I continue to see this many changes to my life I have a feeling this habit is around to stick.

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Approach your lifts with Intent NOT Aggression

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000

It's damn good to be back chatting to you guys this week. We are diving into mindset within your lifting and how I believe that approaching your lifts with aggression is one of the worst things you could do.

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I've been lying to myself- Weight loss chats

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000

I had the realisation that so much of who I was as a lifter was tied to my identity of competing in the U60s when actually I much prefer my body and how I feel when I am slightly heavier. Basically I'd spent 6 months throwing my whole ethos of 'ignoring the scales' out the window. So we realign with what I teach and put it into practice

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Breaking down the squat- The compound diaries

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Time to get technical and break down the squat so that you can walk away with more knowledge to build your squat and improve your strength. This lift heavily relies on your anatomy so make sure you're trialling things and filming your lifts to see what works for you

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The Feminine Side of Powerlifting- the Hidden Superpower

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

A LOT to unpack in today's episode as recent events came to light over IG yesterday. Often in a male dominated industry it can be hard to power through as a female but I honestly believe this is where our super power lies. Join me today as I discuss what I believe is our true strength in a world where aggression is praised

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Self love and self care- The bit we often forget

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Happy Valentine's Day my loves. Today we are flipping the script and focusing on self love and self care. We talk all things rest and relaxing but also the side of self care we often forget- the doing. So join me today to run you through it all

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Nutrition around your training- pre, post and meal timings

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

Let's talk my favourite grey topic- nutrition. As I say many many times in this episode nutrition is such a grey area where it it really specific to the person but I run you through all the basic knowledge of your carbs, proteins and fats and how it's best to eat around your training

We have 4 spaces open for coaching so if you're needing someone in your corner this Feb to make sure you stick to the plan and smash your goals fill out the link below and I'll be in touch

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You owe it to yourself- your daily dose of gym motivation

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

Today's episode is more of a brain dump sparked by a conversation with my own coach after a particularly difficult training session. Things won't always feel fabulous and whilst this is so normal you owe it to yourself to keep showing up and progressing forward

We have 5 spaces open for coaching so if you're needing someone in your corner this Fab to make sure you stick to the plan and smash your goals fill out the link below and I'll be in touch

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How to structure your gym days for optimal strength progression

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

Today we get technical and talk about how you should be structuring your training plan to help you hit your strength goals. Now a quick disclaimer- this is not the ONLY way to do things, this is just my way and as with anything fitness it is a glorious world of 'it depends' so take the learnings and try it out for yourself. If it doesn't work then absolutely fine. So get those pens and notebooks out and get ready to take your training to the next level

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Specificity Within your training- Why it's so important and how to do it

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

Today's episode is a little bit more technical but one that can literally be applied to any form of training and it's all about being super specific with your training. Yes you can go into the gym and train but the question is will you ACTUALLY hit the goals you've set out to?

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How I've lost 0.8kg in 5 days without thinking about it

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

Today we are being a little self indulgent and I'm talking you through how I've lost 0.8kg in my first week back after the New Year and how I have enjoyed ever second of it. This is literally the exact method I teach my 1-1 girlies and how they are able to completely transform their lives without even focusing on the scale weight. And guess what- I am teaching this all completely for free in my StrongHer Effect workshop starting Monday 13th.

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Jess' Journey- 2 stone down and stronger than ever

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

For today's episode I run you through how my 1-1 client Jess has managed to lose over 14kg yet is the strongest she has ever been and exactly how we took her from point A > B in a year. Jess was one of my new starters last Jan and to see her progress as fast as she has this year has been a complete joy and I cannot wait to see what else she gets up to in 2025

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How to ACTUALLY set goals AND achieve them this 2025

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

For today's episode we are diving into how you should be setting your goals for 2025. Now I know literally everyone will be talking about this soon but I am a firm believer that most people miss out a crucial step in making sure you will hit your goals so take notes, get in those high vibes and lets make these goals happen

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Nia Morris: Her journey of strength and power

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

For today's BONUS episode we have OG powerlifter Nia Morris jumping on to have a chat about her journey into powerlifting. We cover her initial fears about trying strength training, the differences she's found between year 1 and 2, and how she is navigating the festive period whilst still focusing on her training. Her journey with her strength has been phenomenal

Plus a little teaser of something VERY exciting dropping on Thursday 19th Dec 2025

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Finding the Weakness to Blow Up your Strength

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

For today's episode I run you through my weakness methodology and how you can apply the exact formulas to make 2025 your strongest year yet. So make sure you grab your notebook and pen and lets build some crazy strength and watch your confidence bloom

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Off Season VS Comp Season

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

For today's episode I run you through the exact methods I use for my 1-1 clients to be able to optimise their off season. Now every coach will do it slightly differently but I love to utilise body builder style training to build up some cracking muscle with that mental endurance and it's lead to one of my athletes putting a whopping 25kg on to her total this year alone

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Lara's Deadlift UPGRADE

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

For today's episode I am delving into the EXACT methods we used to completely upgrade Lara's deadlift. Not only has she now developed a way stronger starting position but she has repped out her OLD 1 rep max for three reps and went on to rep out 12.5% more weight than ever before

Like I promised, just for you podcast listeners here is the link to download your FREE copy of my Deadlift Upgrade. In this free training, you’re going to learn:

How to optimise your starting position to build power
Common mistakes and the easiest ways to fix them
And where energy leaks can happen and how to reduce them so your strength NEVER drops

So that you can develop your knowledge and skills around lifting and upgrade your deadlift by 10%!

So click HERE to download your copy

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Mindset within your training

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the third episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

For today's episode we are talking all things mindset when it comes to your training and how much of an impact that has on your comp days. The intention needed behind your lifting and how my two years of lifting with intent completely saved my arse at my last comp and lead to me walking away with 3 pbs and smashing my goals

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Year 1 vs Year 2 of Powerlifting: confidence, strength and deadlifts

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the second episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

For today's episode we are talking the main differences I experienced from my first year of powerlifting to my second year. It's been a journey of confidence, self assurance and final deadlifts doing me dirty and how I have been taking my learnings and helping my team of lifters navigate their first years easier

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From Professional Musical Theatre to Powerlifter- My Journey

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the very first episode of the 'Her Strength Revolution' podcast. The podcast that empowers women to embrace their strength, both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned athlete, we cover everything from powerlifting tips, strength-building strategies, and mindset shifts to help you unleash your full potential.

For today's episode we are chatting all about how I went from professional musical theatre training to powerlifter and the many lessons I have learnt along the way. The highs, the lows and everything in between. It really has been a journey of criticism to confidence

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