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& Bloom Unfiltered
& Bloom Unfiltered is the podcast where women’s health finally makes sense.
Hosted by Emma Regan, Laura Fitzpatrick and the coaching team behind Strength & Bloom, we break down the confusing world of fitness, food, hormones, mindset and midlife.
Expect myth-busting conversations, honest stories, expert guests and the kind of empowering, practical guidance you wish you’d had years ago.
Subscribe today and join a community of women growing in strength and confidence.
& Bloom Unfiltered
The Power of Showing Up: Karen’s Story
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In this episode we’re joined by Strength & Bloom member Karen, who shares her experience of staying consistent with training and why movement has become such an important part of her life.
In this episode we speak about how Karen's perspective and mindset on exercise changed the way she trained and how she felt. She focuses on health, longevity and feeling good rather than chasing perfection. Karen loves a challenge, getting stronger, values the impact exercise has on her mental wellbeing, and approaches the whole process with a pinch of salt and just a willingness to keep showing up.
We talk about motivation, navigating hurdles, building resilience, and why not taking yourself too seriously can make training far more sustainable.
In today’s episode we cover:
• Staying motivated through menopause
• Why mindset matters more than perfection
• Training for health, strength and longevity
• The mental health benefits of regular exercise
• Embracing challenges and enjoying the process
A great listen for anyone who wants a realistic perspective on staying consistent, building strength over time, and making training part of a healthy, balanced life.