What will you take forwards into the new year and what will you leave behind?
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The end of one year and the start of another is a great time for reflection. Among other things...
From RAF combat helicopter pilot to mindfulness & resilience trainer - with Sarah Furness
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every experience we have in life has the potential to teach us something about ourselves, and if we ...
Understanding yourself through personality profiling with Vicky O'Farrell
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you outgoing or reserved? People or task focused? Are you an influencer, a supporter, decisive o...
Jess Robson - mental health and Run Talk Run
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on today's episode is Jess Robson, mental health activist and creator of the global movemen...
NSDR - 10 minute stress busting, sleep boosting, mind clearing technique
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
NSDR, or Non-Sleep Deep Rest, is a relaxation technique where you bring your mind and body into a st...
How to be more successful (with Jennifer Merritt)
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When many of us define success we think of things such as those that we are able to have or to do, b...
12 ways to take care of your mental health
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If there's been one positive from the pandemic it's that it has shone the spotlight of attention eve...
Morning routines: how (and why) to work on yours
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The early bird catches the worm, but the early worm gets eaten by the bird. You don't have to be ...
Journaling - How to get started and build the habit
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Journaling is one of those things that lots of people know they could probably benefit from, but str...
Sue Anstiss - The unstoppable rise of women in sport
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For today’s episode I’m joined by the award-winning host of the Game Changers podcast, Sue Ansti...
How to get back on the wagon
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Much as I love the holidays I know that I'm at my best when I have routine in my life! In today's...
Vikki Barnes - how to free your happiness
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Season 3 of the A Bit Of A Boost podcast! And what a start to season 3, as I welc...
Dean Coulson - How to thrive
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A couple of weeks ago I was in the North East visiting my mum and I dropped my friend Dean Coulson a...
Achieving high performance through personal standards - with Leon Lloyd
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the things that continually intrigues me is how people perform consistently at a high level. ...
How to exercise for the best results
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's solo podcast I get into the vast topic of exercise. With so many different approaches, is...
Danielle Brown - double Paralympic gold medalist on resilience, mindset and inclusion
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on today’s episode is double Paralympic gold medalist archer Danielle Brown. After bec...
Raj Nayak - Bringing happiness to the world
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The theme of today’s episode is happiness, and my guest is a man who knows a thing or two about th...
Chris Fensom - How to leave your ego at the door
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on today’s podcast is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, Chris Fensom. We’ve known each ot...
Adam Holland - Perspective, comparison, and next level fitness
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of ultra endurance, one thing I’ve come to realise is that no matter how much you’r...
How to handle feedback
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all know that feedback is valuable. It can lead to growth, accelerated improvement and see things...
Steve & Nigel - How to stay motivated
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s another podcast first for me today, as I welcome not just one but TWO guests to speak to! In ...
Katherine Blackler - How to declutter and get organised
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My guest today is a Katherine Blackler, CPO Certified Professional Organizer, a London-based declutt...
Jen Martin - embracing vulnerability
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re returning for season 2 of A Bit Of A Boost after a short break, and I was delighted to speak...
People pleasing - how to stop putting yourself last with Emma Reed Turrell
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My guest today is clinical psychotherapist Emma Reed Turrell, who I first heard being interviewed on...
The 12 hour treadmill ultra challenge
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm being completely self-indulgent today and dedicating this whole episode to giving myself a bit o...
Mark Willis - Energy and Pranic Healing
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talk a lot about energy on this podcast, whether that’s physical, emotional, mental. But my ...
Karen Gibson - Finding a better work life balance
16 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Vague wishes to improve my work life balance which have been in my mind for the last 5 years, hav...
How to switch off at the end of the day
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a topic that's come up a lot lately, with many people saying that they either always or regu...
Lindsay Browning - how to improve your sleep
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to physical wellbeing, one of the most important habits we can try to create is around...
How to get started running (with Beginner's Luck!)
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In 2014 I wrote the book 'Beginner's Luck Guide for Non-Runners' and since then it's helped thousand...
Vikki Barnes - Happiness and gratitude
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My intention with this podcast has always been to try and give you a bit of a boost of positivity, o...
Pat Divilly - personal development and mindset
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pat Divilly is one of Ireland's leading resilience and wellbeing coaches, a sought after corporate s...
Dan Keeley - When suffering meets meaning
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I speak to mental health campaigner, adventurer, speaker and coach Dan Keeley. I ...
Garry Garretts MBE - 'Use it or lose it' - the secret to a long life
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us are familiar with the expression 'use it or lose it', but my guest today is a man who has...
Guide to powerful planning
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One tool that's massively changed things for me in the last few months has been my approach to plann...
Chris Sumner - what can we expect as running events start to return?
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is the race director for one of the UK's most popular ultra marathons, Endure24. With running ...
Simon Shepard - Heart Rate Variability and the data of fluffy stuff
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last few years there’s been an explosion in the number of wearable health monitoring devi...
How to set great GOALS - follow this framework for your next goal
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
SMART goals, big scary goals, creating a vision of your success so that you're magnetically drawn to...
Vicky Pattison - dealing with your inner critic
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For today's episode I'm joined by TV star Vicky Pattison, I'm a Celebrity winner, Masterchef finalis...
Sam Bishop - Performing Under Pressure
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some of us struggle to perform at our best when the pressure is on, whilst others seem to thr...
Kenneth Keavey - repairing our relationship with food
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I’m keeping it in the family for today’s episode, as I’m joined by Kenneth Keavey, my brother-...
The 5 Roles That Run Your Life
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are 5 Roles that we all have to play in our lives. Not roles for other people, but roles for o...
Katie Murphy | Bouncing Back - Resilience & River Dance
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today's interview with co-founder of Wolfhound Fitness in Mullingar, Katie Murphy, is absolutely jam...
What is optimism, and how can you become more optimistic?
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you drop your toast on the floor and it lands jam side down, do you automatically assume that thi...
Warren Pole - Embracing Negativity
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ultra runner and co-founder of 33Fuel, Warren Pole is one of the most positive and optimistic people...
How to cultivate a habit of positivity
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible to become more positive? Is it a habit that we can cultivate? I believe that it is! N...
Jenny Tschiesche - Kitchen confidence
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nutrition expert and author Jenny Tschiesche talks about building confidence in the kitchen. How do ...
Freddie Bennett - The truth about real life transformations
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie is a coach, speaker, and host of the Over The Influence podcast. In our conversation today h...
George is interviewed by Amy Rowlinson
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is a little different, as I’m the one who is being asked the questions! A frien...
How to manage your energy levels
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever got to the end of the day feeling wrung out and tired despite spending most of your d...
Tom Watson | QiGong - not just for old people!
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I was introduced to QiGong last Summer by a friend of mine, and started doing a regular class over Z...
Getting a grip on your screen time and restoring a digital balance
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last summer I realised my screen time was out of control. I was constantly distracting myself with a...
Rhiannon Griffiths - slowing down
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Known as ‘The Five Element Wellness Woman’ Rhiannon is an acupuncturist, coach, and host of the ...
Motivation with The Magic Marine
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
James Stott spent 14 years in the armed forces including time as a medic with the SBS. I met him a f...
Big List of 29 Lessons
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who doesn't love a great big long list of things! Sitting down at the end of 2020 I wrote this list ...
When fear stops you from starting
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's a new weight loss program or writing a book, sometimes getting started is the biggest h...
5 Simple ways to boost your motivation
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of A Bit Of A Boost, I kick off with a look at motivation, and 5 simple ways to...