The Not So Fit Couple Podcast

Running the London Marathon with an Injury With Ben Haldon

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This weekend Ben ran his first ever Marathon and decided to do it at none other than the London Marathon and smashed it. A few weeks ago he picked up ...

Confessions, Steroids and Winter Running

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In todays episode, Lucy tries whisky for the first time, we discuss the ethical and moral implications of steroids, dirty bulking and dive into some h...

Genetics, 6 Pack Abs and How We Want To be Buried with NuttyFoodieFitness

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Steph better known as NuttyFoodieFitness is a Fitness Youtuber with hundreds of thousands of followers who regularly shows her insane eating feats, fr...

How To Become the Happiest Version of You with Mo Gawdat

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is without doubt one of the most important podcasts we've had the privilege of recording since The Not So Fit Couple Podcast started. Mo Gawdat i...

Do You Need Cosmetic Surgery or Therapy with Mr. Naveen Cavale

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this very special episode of the Not So Fit Couple Podcast we sit down with consultant plastic surgeon Mr. Navaan Cavale live from his surgery in C...

Can You Be Obese & Anorexic? Andrew Tate is Cancelled!!

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast Lucy has got tired of seeing Ben's nostril hair so decided to get him a little surprise.  We take a look at the reports of a mor...

The Problem With Perfectionism & Are All Leaders A**holes? w/ Joe Kensett

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In todays pod Lucy and Ben sit down with a silent part of the MyCoach School family that is the head of the marketing company that we have worked with...

Quitting Alcohol, Work Related Stress & Functional Fitness | Ollie Marchon

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ollie Marchon is a former English rugby player turned businessman who is a world reknown functional fitness coach and owner of the Marchon chain of gy...

Why is Your Diet Not Working

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you tried dieting and fallen flat on your face? It's something we've all been through, whether it's from binges at the weekend to stealthy calori...

Dumped for Wearing a Seatbelt?? Icks, Red Flags and Shark Bites

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever gotten the "Ick"? What about when people use baby voice? Today we go over some of the weirdest things that give people the ick. In today...

How Much Are Influencers Paid per Post and Love Island Bullying?

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Love island has been in the news recently due to controlling and borderline abusive behaviour, in this episode Lucy and Ben are taking a deep dive int...

Greg Doucette Reveals What Happens To Your Body on Steroids

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have Mr. Natty or Not himself, Mr. Greg Doucette on the podcast to talk all things "Performance enhancement".  Greg is an IFBB Pro bodyb...

The Pain and Mindset of Running 100k with Lucy Davis

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Saturday Lucy achieved a superhuman feat, she ran 100km in 12 hours 16 minutes, and gained nearly a mile in altitude. Today, Lucy is on the other s...

The Food, Money & Mindset Behind the Worlds Strongest Brothers

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Today's Episode Ben and Lucy sit down with Tom and Luke Stoltman, the Scottish powerlifting brothers. Tom has recently been crowned the two times w...

When To Cut Friends Out of Your Life & Dealing With Negativity

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this new Q&A Episode Lucy and Ben are tackling some of your questions, how to deal with terrible friends who bring you down, can you be too you...

Love Island and Worst First Dates

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Awful first date stories! Everyone has one and this week Lucy and Ben reached out to fid out what your worst first date stories are. From chewing leav...

How to train WITH your menstrual cycle NOT against it

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

PERIODS, while completing a personal training course, there is exactly 0 mention of menstruation, which is something that affects half of the humans o...

Aggressive Dieting for Weight Loss & Cheat Meals

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Lucy and Ben are talking everything cheat day related. In the past they were like many who thought that cheat days were something to a...

Gym Anxiety, Sunk Cost Fallacy and Dangerous Diet Drinks

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this first proper episode back after Lucy and Ben's Engagement and trip to America we are taking a look at how best to overcome crippling gym anxie...

Relationship Therapy - Only Fans, Cheating & When To Walk Away

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this very special episode of the Not So Fit Couple Podcast we are sitting down in our very own couples therapy with clinical psychologist and relat...

Overcoming Binge Eating and Improve your Relationship with Food With Dr Emilia Thompson

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever struggled with a negative relationship with food? Studies suggest that over 50% of people have a negative relationship with food. With t...

The Struggle of Never Feeling Good Enough & Waking Up Early ft. Dwayne The Rock Johnson (kind of)

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We kick todays episode off with a present that Ben has bought for Lucy to decorate her side of the podcast studio! Who else is a Moana fan? Today we t...

How to improve your body image - Sponsored by Fabletics

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why did we start working out? Like most people our journey was started due to issues around body image, but is training in the gym really the best way...

Our Biggest Fitness F**k ups & Why You're Not Losing Weight...

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast we take a look at the mistakes we made when we started our fitness journey, Ben had 7 day doms from the worst leg worko...

The Superhero Diet with Hollywood Personal Trainer Magnus Lygdbäck

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

To mark The Northman being released in cinemas everywhere this weekend, we sat down to chat with A list personal trainer Magnus Lygdbäck. He has a li...

Habits for Healthy Relationships & Calories on Menus

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The UK has recently made it law that all food menus need to display calories, this complex topic has a lot of people split. Will this help with the ob...

Is Happiness a Destination?

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join our 8 week transform challenge with 50% off use code TRANSFORM50- https://mycoach-school.com/8week-challenge Is happiness a place you can visit? ...

How Fitness Can Mess With You & Your Libido

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In todays episode we take a deep dive into some of your amazing questions, covering, libido while dieting, have a joke competition and answer "how muc...

Zach Bitter - Setting a 100 Mile World Record

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Zach Bitter is a world record setting ultra endurance legend. He set the world record running 100 miles in under 12 hours and has since gone on to sha...

The Power of "No", Creepy Pt's, and Electric Eels...

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the Not So Fit Couple Podcast, in this week's episode Lucy and Ben cover creepy PT's who are getting handsy during training sessions, ...

How to Balance Lifting and Running

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Balancing Lifting and Running, is it even possible? For the last year we have becoming obsessed with running and now smash a weekly half marathon. Has...

Muscle Loss - The Silent Killer Ft. Ollie Patrick

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Oliver Patrick is a Physiologist and leading expert in lifestyle management. He speaks widely on the application of contemporary wellbeing strategies....

The Not So Fit Couple Podcast Christmas Special - Sponsored by Fabletics – AD

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get 2 Shorts for ₤29 AND 55% off on single items becoming a VIP member with my link: https://www.fabletics.co.uk/benhaldon In this special one off C...

How to Deal With Failure & Setbacks (final episode)

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the final episode of Season 3 of the Not So Fit Couple Podcast we are going over failures, setbacks and how to deal with them. If you've not been l...

Stop Self Sabotaging, Procrastination & BS Productivity Hacks

18 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the current age of social media self help gurus everyone seems to be promoting procrastination and productivity hacks, but how can we cut through t...

How Intermittent Fasting Works, Cold Shower Myths & Cravings

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this new episode we take a look at the biomechanics behind intermittent fasting, talk fitness fads that have taken over your life at some point. Co...

Winter Bulking

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It looks like we're well and truly on the game of thrones calendar right now and guess what? Winter is well and truly coming. It's the time of year th...

Dr Mike - Doctor's Perspective on Fitness Fat Shaming & PC Culture

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest episode of the Not So Fit Couple Podcast, we sit down with friend of the show Dr Mike Banna to discuss issues such as fat shaming withi...

Fergus Crawley - Mental Health & Bouncing Back from Depression

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fergus Crawley's list of achievements is nothing short of insane. As a true hybrid athlete, he's ran ultra marathons, iron man triathlons, ran a marat...

Coping with Anxiety and Stress

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Anxiety and Stress are two of the most commonly faced mental health conditions, and in honour of Mental Health awareness month we are taking a look at...

Matt Does Fitness - Steroid Use, YouTuber Income & Child Obesity

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we are joined by arguably youtube's biggest fitness creator Matt Morsia. We are going to be taking a look at how Matt deals with co...

Nick Butter - The Man Who Ran Around The World

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Butter is one of the most celebrated ultra runners on the planet. He is the first human being to ever run a marathon in every country on earth (1...

Nile Wilson - Abuse in Competitive Sports, Addiction and Mental Health

16 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nile Wilson is one of youtube's fastest growing stars, but before launching into youtube fame he was one of the most accomplished gymnasts in British ...

Asha Philip - An Olympian's Mindset & Mental Health

08 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we sit down with one of UK athletics brightest stars Asha Philip. Asha has become a household name in the sport and has gone on to ...

Chris Williamson - Only Fans, Sleep & Jealousy

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have the absolute privelage to sit down with one of the UK's biggest podcast hots, Mr Chris Williamson. Chris has made hundreds of podcasts o...

Emma Storey-Gordon

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we sit down with @esgfitness, and take a look into a wealth of topics from, the health repercussions of competitive bodybuilding and a...

Olympics, The Good The Bad and The ugly

12 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After the success that was Tokyo 2021 in the midst of the pandemic we sit down and take a look back over past Olympic games and highlight some of the ...

Negativity Bias

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we take a look at the effects of negativity bias in this increasingly connected world where negative comments can have such a detrimen...

James Smith

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are join by a fellow personal trainer, Sunday Times best selling author, and old friend Mr James Smith to talk everything from drugs, social ...

Should We Always Be Looking to Self Develop?

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Does self improvement always lead to a happier life? In this episode we take a look at what it means to always be striving for self improvement in our...

How to Find Work You Enjoy Ft. Cal ‘Sponsored by Fabletics – AD

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get 2 Shorts for ₤29 AND 55% off on single items becoming a VIP member with my link: https://www.fabletics.co.uk/benhaldon In this very special epis...

Q&A: Starting our business, gym pervs and your "ideal" weight

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we cover everything from how we started the MyCoach School all those years ago to how we deal with pervy guys in the gym.

Men vs Women in Gym Training

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this new episode we're taking a look into the differences that exist between men and women with regards to physical training in the gym. We cover e...

Body Dysmorphia, The Toilet Debate & Calling My Mum On Air

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we field questions from our followers and cover everything from body dysmorphia, calling my mum live on air and the greatest debate of...

Is counting calories a ridiculous way to lose weight?

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks ep we discuss calorie counting as a tool for weight loss & the debate on should we be adding calorie labelling to menus across the UK.

Alex Tilinca - Transgender Bodybuilder

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we sit down with Gymshark athlete and competitive bodybuilder Alex Tinlinca. Alex is a 23 year old transgender man and is one of the first o...

Diren Kartal

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat to the man himself, Mr. Diren Kartal, in this podcast we cover everything from mushrooms to motivation. This was genuinely one of the mo...

Fitness Trackers: The Good & The Bad

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks ep, Lucy & Ben delve into the accuracy of apple watches, Fitbits & other fitness trackers, along side how they can become a hindrance ra...

Calorie Counting vs Intuitive Eating

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we delve into the benefits and potential downfalls to either dieting method/ intervention, diet culture and how we should all be aiming to e...

Rob Lipsett - The Power of Positivity

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we catch up with one of the most positive people on earth to talk about how we can create positivity in our life, how self grooming can impr...

10k Steps a Day? Breaking Plateaus & When to Up Calories

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks podcast we dive into your questions from Instagram, discussing why 10k steps per day are important for both physical and mental health, ...

Food Restriction & Can Your Deficit Be Too Big?

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks podcast we dive into your questions from Instagram, discussing food avoidance to out fitness pet peeves. Back 2 gym challenge waiting li...

Fick Is Fit

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why being thick is not only physically but also mentally a positive goal to have.   8 Week Challenge waiting list;  https://mycoach-school.com/upcom...

Ethan Suplee

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we catch up with Wolf of Wall Street star & one of Hollywoods finest, Mr Ethan Suplee to talk about his personal transformation. Ethan gives...

The Future Of Fitness

10 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What will an industry that showed year on year growth and peaking in recent years, now look like in a post covid world?

Eating Disorder Awareness

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have dedicated this episode to eating disorder awareness week in order to help people better understand eating disorders, their seriousne...

The Relationship Episode

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The things about relationships we wish someone had told us about to build a strong and healthy relationship.

Rapid Fat Loss

17 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we kick off Season 3 of the podcast & launch the YouTube channel for the podcast so you can also watch & listen to us chit chat week to week...

The Myth Of Motivation

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat about how to master motivation & the tricks and tips that have helped us better understand motivation in order to take action.

8 Fitness Fads You Need To Avoid

03 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There is nothing that rattles us more than the people & companies that manipulate others into trying, buying & believing in nonsense products & "secre...

Disorderly Eating With Ben Carpenter

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With 1.25 million people in the UK having an eating disorder, and a 66% increase in eating disorder hospital admissions in 2020, this week we delve in...

Home Training

20 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we chit chat about how we can make progress at home, what kit to by to get the most bang for your buck and what to avoid.

Living With Covid

14 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we discuss what its like to live with Covid19 from our personal experience

COSMO Cover: Body Positivity Or Promoting Obesity?

06 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we chat about the Internets topic of much debate, Cosmo's magazine cover featuring women of all different shapes & sizes, plus the effects o...

Why You Dont Always Need To Be In A Calorie Deficit

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In todays ep we discuss why you need to come away from your calorie deficit and how to psychologically pull away from the diet mentality to enjoy food...

Life Changing Benefits To Lifting

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Steps To Becoming Mentally Strong

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

So many struggle silently with poor mental strength and lack the awareness to see how they are capable of becoming & being mentally strong to lead a h...

5 Reasons Your'e Not Losing Weight

30 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder why you're not losing weight? Even though you hit your calories, cardio'd like crazy and avoided binging? Today we look into some of the u...

Caffeine, Coffee & Cocaine?

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we look at the effects of a trigger happy coffee arm, the lies sold to you by the media on energy drinks & the most used drug in the world!

What Happens To Our Brain & Body When We Don't Sleep

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore some studies on sleep and delve into some hard hitting and potentially life threatening side effects from long term lack of sleep...

Dangerous Dieting with Zac Perna

02 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we spoke with our pal from down under on his experience with extremely aggressive dieting, low calorie intakes & binge eating

Making The Most From Your F8ck Ups

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We all make mistakes in life, we all f8ck up & the last thing we want to hear is everything happens for a reason, but today we talk about how to creat...

How Stress effects Your Body

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Stress is unavoidable, and it can have massive effects on our body, mindset & lifestyle, so what is the best way to deal with it & use it to our advan...

Dealing With Negative People

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We cant avoid negativity, it is there in life and thats okay, but today we look at how you can deal with it and more so the people that create in your...

Are You Overtraining?

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week as we return to gyms we look into "is overtraining even a thing?", how to know if you are overtraining & the quickest way to get back your g...

Body Image - Stop hating your body

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After a break away to Barcelona recently & spending some time chilling on the beach it opened our minds to how different people will hate, love & even...

How To Believe In Yourself with Corey Gregory

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we had our second yank in a row on the show & we could not have had a better guest in the form of self built fitness entrepreneur Corey Greg...

Top 10 Tips For Building Muscle With Brad Schoenfeld

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk with the Godfather of muscular hypertrophy & one of the industries leading authorities on body composition. What this man does not k...

Should You Quit Your Job With Jamie Alderton

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we our joined by Ben's first mentor Jamie Alderton to discuss the benefits of saying I quit & when is the right time to make your hobby your...

Don't Be A D*ck To Yourself

24 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we ask one powerful question that will help you to address that inner voice of self criticism, conquer self doubt & tips for some self loven...

How I Lost 30kg Ft Behzinga

17 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk with YouTube superstar & 1/7 of the Sidemen, Behzinga AKA Ethan Payne, about how losing 30kg changed his life & self confidence. We ...

Why We Train

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks Ep we talk about the difference between exercise and training, the good & the bad about home training and the mental benefits of working...

Building Self Confidence to Achieve More

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks ep we talk about how building confidence can be a game changer to achieving more and worrying less. We touch on various topics such as c...

The Importance Of A Morning Routine

27 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Morning routine has completely changed our lives for the better and has become a tool that creates better versions of ourselves to take on the day ahe...

The Dangers of Obesity During Covid-19

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Obesity and the dangers of it, is something we have spoken about many times before, but never has it been so important and essential to talk about, ta...

Eating To Be Happy

13 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we explore the habits that can help you make better decisions with your diet to become both leaner and happier. We also delve further ...

Lifting The Stigma From Women & Weights Ft Felicity Rosina

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode we chat with online personal trainer Felicity Rosina about how women are portrayed in the fitness industry, what barriers they fa...

How To Not Give A F*ck Ft Sonny Webster

22 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we chat with former GB Olympic weightlifter, Sonny Webster, all about how to apply your time and energy to the things that make you happy, w...

Self Isolation Tips with Olympian Harry Aikines

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks Ep we speak to Great Britains fire feet 100m sprinter Harry Aikines on self isolation tips for both training and switching up your mindset ...

Dealing With Criticism Ft Paul Mort

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are joined by the myth the man the mortylegend who is Paul Mort to discuss how to deal with criticism from others and ourselves.