In this episode Mike is joined by Bex Ward of Balanced Nutrition to debunk some of the most popular fitness myths around from:Are carbs bad?Can vegans get enough protein?Is breakfast the most important meal of the day?Can woman take creatine?Does eating after 6pm make you fat?Plus much more...Bon Apple Tea

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Ep12: Bex Ward (Balanced Nutrition)

In this episode Mike is joined by Sports Rehab Specialist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Speed Coach, University Lecturer, wearer of many hats and. fellow bearded Mike..... Michael Carolan MSc BSc CSCS.Mike talks us through:His background and how he got to where he is today.Working as a rehab specialist with the armyWhats in his tool box.. foam rollers, massage guns etc and if they're any goodWhat its like coaching Team GB AthletesThe differences and similarities between coaching athletes, military personal and the general pubicPlus much much moreThis was another awesome episode to record and Team SFT cant wait to work with Mike on some future projects. Hope you enjoy.

Ep.11: Mike Carolan

In this episode Mike was joined by Dr Will from Macclesfield Chiropractic, and we discuss:Wills journey to becoming a ChiroWhat actually is a chiropractor?How happens on your first appointment and beyondThe different style treatments performedCommon misconceptionsPlus more..I must apologise for the poor sound quality when Will is talking, we had a microphone malfunction for this episode.

Ep.10: Dr Will

This week Team SFT had the pleasure of being joined by Stiana Hubert of The Wellness Junction to discuss all things gut health.In this episode Stiana talks us through:Her journey to becoming a nutritional therapistWhat the gut is and what roles it playsPre & ProbioticsEating for healthyPlus much much moreWe really hope you enjoy!!!

S2Ep9: Gut Health w. The Wellness Junction

This episode starts of with a little bit of an update on what we got up to over the festive period and if we've made any new years resolutions before we get into the show topic.With is being the new year we thought we'd discuss motivation. This is the time of year people typically start trying to make changes and go too big too soon and soon enough they lose "motivation". So we take a look at what motivation actually is along with giving some tips for getting started!We hope you enjoy!!

S2Ep8: Motivation

In this episode: Kate has no voiceMike has an annoying coughJack hogs the heaterPlus some actual fitnessy stuff!! 

S2Ep7: Fitness Myths Part 2 (+ Tips For Staying Active Over Christmas)

In this episode we were joined by Ellie from the Mindful Smile Company to talk us through: What mindfulness is and where it originated from.The many different benefits of Mindfulness.Ways that people can incorporate different techniques into their daily routine.... plus much more!Really hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we did recording it!

S2Ep 6: Mindfulness with Ellie (The Mindful Smile Company)

In this episode you get the joys of listening to me and Jack breakdown some of the most popular fitness myths that are out there and also say "tie in" and unnecessary amount of times.We're going to have to do this one as a 2 part series (maybe more) as there was loads we didn't get round to covering/forgot about.Hope you enjoy the show.

S2Ep5: Fitness Myths - Part 1

Welcome back to Episode 4 of the Silk Fitness Therapy Podcast, recorded live from the SFT Personal Training Hub in Macclesfield. Today we had the pleasure of being joined by Jason Curtis from 5S Fitness in Macclesfield. Jason talks us through his past as a PTI in the Army, how he became a Strength and Conditioning Coach, how he trains some of the young athletes down at 5S and what are some of the considerations he has to think about, along with many other cool and interesting subjects. We're sure your going to enjoy this one!! 

S2Ep4: Jason Curtis

Hello, and welcome back to the SFT Podcast recorded live out of our fitness hub in Macclesfield Cheshire.Today, Jack takes us through his Top 5 tips to help prevent you from picking up an injury. As always, we went off on a few little tangents, but hey, it's us.Hope you enjoy the show. 

S2Ep3: Jack's Top 5 Tips For Injury Prevention

Welcome back to episode 2 of the Silk Fitness Therapy Podcast, recording live out of the SFT Personal Training Hub in Macclesfield.On todays episode we had the pleasure of being joined by Strength & Conditioning coach, Tommy Munday.Tommy, who despite being only 22 years old has a wealth of experience and knowledge in working with top level athletes, has recently completed his masters degree at Sheffield Hallam University.Tommy talks us through what his role is as an S&C coach, training considerations for athletes, do boxers and footballers have to train differently? Along with many other interesting topics. Hope you all enjoy!

S2Ep2: Tommy Munday

Welcome to season 2, now recording live out of the SFT Fitness Hub cuddled around the coffee table. In this weeks episode we find out who REALLY likes Dawn French, who would live on cheesecake for the rest of their life and who wants to go out for a drink with the Queen.We also delve into why we got into fitness and some personal goals and aspirations amongst many other subjects. 

S2Ep1: Meet The Team

Darren from Silk106.9 radio hosts Kate, Mike and Jack from Silk Fitness Therapy and Jack Draper Sports Therapy.Final summer podcast with Silk106.9! Listen out for future podcasts from Kate, Mike and Jack coming very soon!

Episode 8 - Q&A Session

Darren from Silk106.9 Radio talks to Kate and Mike from Silk Fitness Therapy based in Macclesfield. They also have a guest today, Jack Draper who is a Qualified Sports Therapist and will be working at Silk Fitness Therapy as of August 2019.

Episode 7 Mobility & Flexibility

Darren from Silk106.9 Radio talks to Kate and Mike from Silk Fitness Therapy based in Macclesfield.

Episode 6 - Strength / Weight Training

Darren and Silk Fitness Therapy team Kate and Mike have a guest today. Linda Hayward from Hayward & Goodchild Counselling to discuss the importance of mental health and fitness.

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