This Is Life — strength, physiology & stepping into your prime
This Is Life is a podcast about strength, physical, mental, and emotional, and what it really looks like to step into your prime in midlife.
Hosted by Jo Northwood, a strength coach and sports therapy graduate, this podcast blends real-life experience with evidence-based physiology to explore training, hormones, health, identity, and rebuilding yourself after life shifts.
Some episodes are practical and educational, breaking down strength training, metabolism, and how the body actually adapts as we age.
Others are personal, honest conversations about motherhood, losing yourself, finding your way back, and choosing to live bigger rather than shrink.
No fads. No extremes. No pressure to “bounce back.”
Just smart training, grounded nutrition, and real conversations for women who want to feel capable, strong, and in control of their bodies again.
This Is Life — strength, physiology & stepping into your prime
Setting the Foundation: The Pillars of Holistic Fitness
In our inaugural episode of Nourish, Move, Thrive... we lay the groundwork for what it means to achieve holistic health and sustainable fat loss, specifically for women over 40 and busy mums.
Host Jo Northwood introduces the philosophy behind Thrive Holistic Fitness, revealing how a balanced approach to diet, exercise, and mental wellness can transform your life. We'll explore the importance of creating a calorie deficit for weight loss, the role of macronutrients in your diet, and why mental health is just as crucial as physical fitness in your journey. Get ready to dive deep into the strategies that will empower you to thrive, not just survive, in your quest for optimal health. Join us for an episode packed with insights, inspiration, and the first steps toward a healthier, happier you.
Thank you for listening to This Is Life.
This podcast is an extension of my work with women navigating midlife strength, health, and identity, blending real-life experience with evidence-based physiology, without extremes or quick fixes.
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This is where I share life lately reflections, strength training insights, and the thinking behind this podcast.