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Far 2 Fabulous

Julie Clark & Catherine Chapman

Join Catherine & Julie, your feisty hosts at Far 2 Fabulous, as they lead you on a wellness revolution to embrace your fabulousness.Julie, a Registered Nutritional Therapist with over 20 years of expertise, and Catherine, a former nurse turned Pilates Instructor and Vitality Coach, blend wisdom and laughter seamlessly.Off the air, catch them harmonising in their local choir and dancing to 80"s hits in superhero attire. Catherine braves the sea for year-round swims, while Julie flips and tumbles

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48:35

Could Listening to Your Body Be the Ultimate Midlife...

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2025/07/03

Episode 77 Could Listening to Your Body Be the Ultimate Midlife Hack? Have you ever felt like your body is trying to tell you something important, but you can't quite understand the message? You're not alone. After 40, our bodies begin communicating in new and sometimes confusing ways. What's fascinating is that we've been culturally conditioned to ignore these signals – dismissing our intuition as "woo" or "too alternative" when it's actually millions of pieces of information being pr...

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32:02

Mindset Matters: Why You're Stuck Despite "Doing...

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2025/06/26

Episode 76 Ever wonder why you're stuck in your weight loss journey despite seemingly doing everything right? The answer may lie deeper than your diet and exercise routine. In this eye-opening episode, Julie and Catherine explore the powerful connection between mindset and weight management, particularly for women over 40. When hormonal changes make traditional weight loss methods less effective, addressing psychological barriers becomes essential for progress. We dive into why the term "we...

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46:48

Would you trade ten years of your life to be thin?

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2025/06/19

Episode 75 What would you give up to be thin? A shocking survey reveals some people would sacrifice ten years of their life, accept blindness, or choose infertility over being overweight. This startling reality forms the backdrop of our deeply personal conversation about weight loss injections and society's toxic relationship with body image. As health care professionals, we initially approached weight loss medications with skepticism, focusing on their concerning side effects. However, we'v...

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50:26

Women Heal Women: Reclaiming Our Ancient Wisdom with...

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2025/06/12

Episode 74 Women Heal Women: Reclaiming Our Ancient Wisdom with Mandy Rees What happens when a high-achieving corporate lawyer reaches breaking point and realises her true path lies in healing the very wounds she sustained in a male-dominated profession? Mandy Rees takes us on her remarkable journey from burnout to breakthrough. After years of proving herself in the legal world, Mandy faced a crisis when postnatal depression hit following the birth of her first daughter. "I didn't tell anyon...

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49:06

The Seven Layers of Protection: How Cancer Taught Me...

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2025/06/05

The Seven Layers of Protection: How Cancer Taught Me the Power of Saying No Episode 73 What happens when your life suddenly transforms, forcing you to reassess who and what truly deserves your time and energy? For Sarah Sangster, a cancer diagnosis became the catalyst for a profound boundary reset that would eventually help countless others reclaim their lives. Sarah joins us to share the deeply personal journey that led to her creating 'The Seven Layers of Boundaries' – a practical framewor...

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50:46

Sorry Not Sorry: Breaking Free from People Pleasing

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2025/05/29

Sorry Not Sorry: Breaking Free From People Pleasing Episode 72 Have you ever agreed to something you didn't want to do, simply to avoid disappointing someone else? That uncomfortable feeling in your gut might be trying to tell you something important. In this revealing conversation with wellness expert Melanie Flower, we unpack the deeply ingrained habit of people pleasing that so many of us struggle with, particularly in British culture where politeness often trumps authenticity. As women, ...

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36:06

Obesity Medications: Miracle Cure or Dangerous Quick...

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2025/05/22

Episode 71 The rise of weight loss injections has reached epidemic proportions, with people who aren't even clinically overweight seeking these "miracle solutions" for quick fat loss. What started as medications for type 2 diabetes has morphed into a mainstream approach to weight management—but at what cost? Julie and Catherine dive deep into the concerning world of anti-obesity medications, exploring how these drugs actually work and the potentially dangerous side effects that aren't being ...

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42:13

The Joy of Being Far Too Fabulous

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2025/05/15

Episode 70: The Joy of Being Far Too Fabulous What can our bodies truly accomplish when we push beyond societal expectations? In this energising episode, Catherine and Julie celebrate their recent physical achievements while challenging the narrative about what women "of a certain age" should attempt. Julie shares her triumphant story of winning gold at a level four adult gymnastics competition—despite competing with injured ankles and limited practice time beforehand. Her journey, which beg...

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48:38

The Four-Part Framework for Lasting Change

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2025/05/08

Episode 69 We explore a powerful framework for creating sustainable lifestyle changes by focusing on four simple actions: starting something new, stopping an unhelpful habit, doing more of what serves you, and doing less of what doesn't. • Breaking the all-or-nothing approach to wellness using this four-part framework • How the "start, stop, more, less" method can transform sleep habits and energy levels • Why turning off notifications and setting boundaries with technology improves wellbein...

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44:03

Pee on This: The Test That Reveals Your Hormone...

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2025/05/01

Episode 68 We explore comprehensive hormone testing with Jo Majithia, Head of Clinical Education at Regenerus Labs, examining how the Dutch Test provides detailed insights beyond standard blood tests for women navigating perimenopause and hormone-related symptoms. • The Dutch Test measures dried urine samples to analyse hormone metabolism, showing not just levels but how effectively the body processes hormones • Conventional approaches often default to HRT without considering diet, lifestyle...

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35:01

Women Lifting Women: How Supportive Circles Shape Our...

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2025/04/24

Episode 67 The communities we create and join profoundly shape our health, happiness, and sense of self. Julie and Catherine explore this transformative power of human connection through their own experiences with various groups – from choir singing to wild swimming, motherhood circles to business networks. They share their parallel journeys from identifying primarily with male friendships in their younger years to discovering the irreplaceable value of women's circles as they matured. The c...

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42:22

Food Fraud: How Ultra-Processed Foods Are Silently...

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2025/04/17

Episode 66 The food landscape has dramatically shifted in recent decades, with a staggering 80% of UK shopping trolleys now filled with processed items. This transformation has happened so quickly that many of us haven't noticed our creeping dependence on foods that barely resemble what our grandparents would recognize as nourishment. Julie and Catherine dive deep into the world of ultra-processed foods, cutting through marketing hype to examine what's really happening to our bodies when we ...

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45:27

How Can I Connect with My Body's Natural Cycles for...

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2025/04/10

EPISODE 65 Guest Episode with Lindsay Dalton. What if everything you've been taught about your body's cycles is missing the most important truth? What if the changes you experience throughout your life - from first period to menopause - aren't random inconveniences but a sophisticated map to your own power? Lindsay Dalton, founder of When The Wild Women Are, takes us on a journey through the wisdom of cyclical living that modern society has disconnected us from. As a former doula who witness...

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43:17

Beyond Muscles: How Protein Shapes Your Hormones,...

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2025/04/03

Episode 64 Julie and Catherine delve into the crucial yet often misunderstood world of protein requirements, especially for women over 40 and those leading active lifestyles. They explore why most women need significantly more protein than conventional guidelines suggest and how insufficient protein affects everything from energy to recovery. • Government protein guidelines are too low, especially for women over 40 • Active women need 1.2-2g of protein per kilogram of body weight • Most "hea...

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33:33

The Two-Day Rule: Your Secret Weapon for Building...

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2025/03/27

Episode 63 The Two-Day Rule might be the most powerful habit-building strategy you've never heard of. In this engaging episode, Julie and Catherine explore this deceptively simple approach to creating lasting behavior change – never miss more than two consecutive days of your healthy habit. We dive deep into why most habit-building attempts fail, often around day three or four when our brains start generating resistance and excuses. The Two-Day Rule elegantly addresses this challenge by main...

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27:47

Podcasthon Charity Special. From Heartbreak to Hope:...

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2025/03/20

Episode 62 The unexpected call to action arrived one January day when meningitis claimed my beautiful niece Mia on her 20th birthday. What began as seemingly ordinary flu-like symptoms rapidly evolved into an unimaginable tragedy, forever changing our family and igniting a passionate mission to raise awareness about this devastating disease. Meningitis is deceptive because its early symptoms mirror common illnesses—fever, headaches, stiff neck, and nausea. By the time distinctive signs appea...

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34:49

Guest Episode: Beyond the Taboo: Reclaiming Control...

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2025/03/13

Episode 61 Pelvic floor health remains one of the most under-discussed aspects of women's wellness, yet affects one in three women. In this eye-opening episode, Julie and Catherine welcome women's health physiotherapist and nutritionist Chloe Stevens for a candid, myth-busting conversation about all things pelvic health. Chloe swiftly dismantles common misconceptions, explaining that pelvic floor dysfunction isn't always about weakness—some women have overactive floors that don't relax prope...

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68:27

Thrive Through Menopause: A Holistic Guide to Wellness

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2025/03/06

Episode 60 Our latest episode dives into how to manage hormonal changes during menopause by establishing a strong foundation for health. We discuss the interplay of stress, diet, and exercise, encouraging women to embrace lifestyle adjustments for wellness. • Importance of understanding hormonal changes during menopause • The role of stress in exacerbating hormonal symptoms • Building basic foundations: diet, movement, hydration, and sleep • Effects of oestrogen and i...

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45:26

Navigating Peri Menopause: From Doom and Gloom to...

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2025/02/27

Episode 59 This episode focuses on empowering women as they navigate their hormonal health. By exploring practical steps to manage hormonal changes, we aim to transform feelings of doom and gloom into a proactive approach. • Importance of acknowledging symptoms of hormonal shifts • Proactive steps to improve hormonal health • The value of nutrition, hydration, and sleep • Assessing lifestyle habits through a personal wheel of life • Strategies to manage stress effecti...

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38:15

Rediscovering Movement and Joy

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2025/02/20

Episode 58 Exploring the intersection of joy and wellness, this episode invites listeners to reconnect with their vibrant selves through singing, movement, and laughter. Through candid narratives about personal experiences, nutrition, and overcoming fear, the hosts empower everyone to embrace their fabulousness no matter their age or situation. • Examining the role of musicals and joy in our lives • Discussing the importance of mindset during recovery • Sharing personal stor...

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