HCA Talks Health

Ever wondered why eating well can feel so complicated despite your best intentions?In this podcast episode, we dive into a refreshingly practical and compassionate conversation with Magalie, a BANT-registered nutritionist, naturopath, and wellbeing coach with more than 15 years of experience helping people build healthier, happier relationships with food.Tune in to explore: - Why nutrition feels overwhelming for so many of us and how to simplify it- How cultural habits shape the way we eat- Practical ways to make healthy meals easier, quicker, and more enjoyable- What a realistic day of wellbeing looks like from someone living and breathing this work- The emerging areas of nutrition Magalie is excited about, including the oral microbiome and mindful movement and what these trends actually mean for you as someone looking to improve your daily wellbeingMagalie breaks down these ideas in a way that’s useful and relatable, helping you understand how small, intentional shifts can create big changes in how you feel.Whether you’re a Health Coach, aspiring Health Coach, nutrition professional, or simply someone trying to eat better without the guilt, confusion, or stress, this episode offers grounded insights and doable tips you can start using today.📸 Follow HCA on Instagram: @healthcoachesacademy🌿 Explore a rewarding career in Health & Wellness Coaching: https://www.healthcoachesacademy.com🔔 Subscribe & Review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our YouTube channel and leave a review! Your support helps us reach more aspiring health coaches and people seeking guidance on their weight loss journey. 🎙Thanks for tuning in to HCA Talks Health — see you in two weeks!

Looking to feel stronger, more energised, and confident in your body, even as life gets busier and things change? In this episode of HCA Talks Health, we explore a refreshingly realistic approach to health and fitness, one that isn’t about chasing six-packs or punishing workouts, but about building strength that supports your life.Our guest, Josh Wood, is a TEDx speaker, educator, and fitness expert whose journey has taken him from powerlifting and combat sports to guiding people through the wilderness, and now coaching everyday adults toward sustainable strength. After becoming a parent, Josh rethought how he trains, recovers, and builds fitness into real life and shares the simple shifts that make a lasting difference.🎧 What you’ll learn in this episode:Why traditional “all-or-nothing” fitness advice often failsHow to build strength that supports your life, not competes with itSmall, realistic actions you can take today to feel stronger and more capableHow to stay consistent even when motivation is low or time is tightTimestamps:00:00 Introduction01:00 From combat sports to coaching parents03:00 Manual therapy, clinics & mindset shift04:00 Moving fully into gym-based coaching05:00 Passive vs active participation in health06:00 Becoming a parent & changing priorities07:00 Taking care of yourself to show up for family08:00 Time, energy & minimum effective dose training09:00 Food, steps & simple lifestyle foundations10:00 Confidence, capacity & being a role model11:00 Competence builds confidence12:00 Parents knowing what to do but not doing it13:00 Paralysis by analysis in fitness14:00 Simplifying the first step15:00 Walking as a starting point16:00 Protein as a game-changer17:00 Practical protein guidelines18:00 Progress over perfection19:00 Final message: one action at a timeWhether you’re a parent, juggling a busy schedule, or simply looking for a practical way to improve your health and fitness, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you start moving in the right direction today.📸 Follow HCA on Instagram: @healthcoachesacademy🌿 Discover a rewarding career in Health & Wellness CoachingIf you have a passion for health and wellbeing and would like to explore how to become a Health Coach, visit: https://www.healthcoachesacademy.com🔔 Subscribe & ReviewIf you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe to our channel and leave a review! Your support helps us reach more Health Coaches who need these insights. To have podcasts and resources like this sent directly to your inbox, subscribe to the HCA Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2nrmtus6🎙 Thanks for tuning in to HCA Talks Health! See you in two weeks!

  What does it really mean to care for yourself in a world that constantly demands more?In this follow-up episode of HCA Talks Health, Debi Mason, Professional Health & Wellness Coach, continues the conversation on burnout recovery and the guiding question that transformed her life: “How will this nourish me?”🎧 Tune in to discover:Why self-care is more than just bubble baths and breaksHow to stay connected to your needs during stress and overwhelmThe role of nervous system regulation and polyvagal theorySimple, consistent practices to support resilience and wellbeingHow to shift from “pushing through” to making nourishing choicesThis episode is a gentle yet powerful reminder to pause, reflect, and ask yourself what truly supports your wellbeing.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:00 How “How will this nourish me?” became a guiding question02:00 From food as nourishment to whole-life nourishment03:00 Defining nourishment beyond food04:00 Mental, emotional & physical nourishment05:00 Giving from overflow instead of depletion06:00 Using nourishment as a decision-making lens07:00 Everyday choices & listening to your needs08:00 Nourishment during difficult situations09:00 Perspective, compassion & learning through challenge10:00 Nature as a source of nourishment11:00 Awe, connection & grounding practices12:00 Small daily sources of nourishment13:00 Routine, learning & curiosity14:00 Gratitude, joy & simple pleasures15:00 Nervous system regulation & polyvagal tools16:00 Tools for busy or overwhelming moments17:00 Why we stop listening when life gets hard18:00 Pausing to hear what the body needs19:00 Breath, movement & releasing stress20:00 Releasing adrenaline through shaking21:00 Learning from nature’s stress responses22:00 Building a personal nourishment toolkit23:00 Moving from autopilot to alignment24:00 Reflection practices to identify nourishment25:00 End-of-day nourishment & gratitude questions26:00 Body awareness & somatic feedback27:00 Journaling & turning insight into action28:00 Scheduling nourishment as non-negotiable29:00 Nourishing to abundance & overflow30:00 Nourishment as presence for others31:00 Reframing self-care as non-selfish32:00 Protecting time, health & energy33:00 Moving from surviving to thriving34:00 Final reflections on nourishment & meaning35:00 Closing🔗 Discover more: https://www.healthcoachesacademy.com/health-wellness-podcast🌟 More from The Health Coaches AcademyFollow us on Instagram: @healthcoachesacademyInterested in a rewarding career in Health & Wellness Coaching? Visit: https://www.healthcoachesacademy.com🎙 Subscribe and ReviewIf this conversation resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review.Your support helps us reach more people who need these insights. 🎙 

What happens when life hits rock bottom and how do you rebuild health, happiness, and purpose?In this episode of HCA Talks Health, we speak with Edward Harpin, owner and course director of The Tree, which was recently named one of the top 20 retreats in the world by The Times!Edward shares how he rebuilt his life after hitting rock bottom, the simple practices that helped him heal, and the mindset changes that helped him find purpose. He also talks about his book Waking Up in the World and why he wanted to make sure he didn’t leave life with his “music still inside him.”🎧 Tune in to discover:- How to spot when your life isn’t working and make real changes- Everyday tools for resilience and managing tough emotions- How short daily mindfulness can change the way you think- Turning hard times into opportunities to grow- Why it’s so important to share your unique gifts with the worldA practical, honest conversation for anyone wanting more clarity, balance, and purpose in life.⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction Welcome to HCA Talks Health. Zena introduces Edward Harpin, his retreat centre The Tree, and his book Waking Up in the World. 01:00 – Why Edward Wrote His Book Edward shares when and why he started writing, and his early experiences in a Buddhist retreat centre. 02:00 – The 10 Elements of the Waking Path Edward outlines the core universal principles that shaped his teachings and later formed the structure of his book. 04:00 – Intention Behind the Book Edward discusses dedicating his life to service and why making teachings accessible was so important to him. 05:00 – A 20-Year Writing Journey How the book evolved from journals and scattered notes into a cohesive project. 06:00 – The Turning Point: “Don’t Die With Your Music Still Inside You” Edward’s pivotal moment inspired by Wayne Dyer and The Death of Ivan Ilyich. 09:00 – Waking Up to a More Authentic Life A conversation about how many people reach a point where they question the life they’re living. 10:00 – Edward’s Rock Bottom He shares openly about drug-induced psychosis, depression, suicidal thoughts, and calling the Samaritans. 12:00 – Rock Bottom as a Blessing How his darkest experience became the catalyst for his spiritual path and teachings. 13:00 – Early Steps in Healing Diagnosis, searching for alternatives, and discovering mindfulness through an acupuncturist. 15:00 – Learning to Witness Thoughts The transformative moment where mindfulness allowed him to see thoughts differently. 16:00 – The “Incomplete Instructions” for Happiness Chasing success, money, status — and why these don’t bring lasting fulfillment. 18:00 – The Cycle of Desire Edward explains how the mind creates cravings and why happiness feels fleeting. 19:00 – The Alternative: Turning Inward Realising peace comes from within, not from achieving external goals. 20:00 – Practical Steps to Begin the Inner Journey Teaching, practice, retreats, and guidance from experienced teachers. 22:00 – How This Path Changed His Life Shifting careers, being more present, and prioritising the quality of each day. 24:00 – Gratitude & Presence How living more mindfully changes the way we experience life. 25:00 – The Tree Relaxation Retreat Edward describes the retreat centre, its purpose, and the types of courses offered. 27:00 – What Happens on Different Retreats Weekend relaxation retreats, yoga weekends, and five-day silent retreats. 28:00 – How to Join a Retreat or Access Resources Website details, gu

 What does it really take to reclaim your gut health and live symptom-free from conditions like colitis?In this episode of HCA Talks Health, we’re joined by Chris Robert, Gut Health Coach and HCA Graduate, who shares his powerful journey of healing from ulcerative colitis and how it inspired him to launch The Gut Coach.🎧 Tune in to discover:Chris’s healing journey from severe symptoms to recoveryThe role of diet, stress management, and lifestyle in gut healthHow mindset shifts accelerate recovery and resilienceThe holistic coaching strategies Chris uses with clients⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 – Introduction & Chris’s background1:00 – Early gut health struggles and colitis diagnosis4:00 – Medical support & initial treatments7:00 – Life after diagnosis and the turning point10:00 – Root causes: antibiotics, stress, poor diet11:00 – Research into diet, mindfulness & lifestyle14:00 – Final pieces of the puzzle: exercise & joy15:00 – Transitioning off medication18:00 – Chris’s coaching approach & client results21:00 – Long-term lifestyle changes for gut health24:00 – Reframing mindset for healing27:00 – Building The Gut Coach practice30:00 – Advice for anyone struggling with gut healthWhether you’re a Health Coach, wellness practitioner, or simply interested in gut health, this episode will inspire you with practical strategies and hope for recovery.🔗 Discover more: https://www.healthcoachesacademy.com/health-wellness-podcast🌟 More from The Health Coaches AcademyFollow HCA on Instagram: @healthcoachesacademyIf you have a passion for health and wellbeing and would like to discover a new, rewarding career in Health & Wellness Coaching, we invite you to visit our website: https://www.healthcoachesacademy.com🎙 Subscribe and ReviewIf you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe to our YouTube Channel and leave a review!Your support helps us reach more Health Coaches who need these insights. 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to HCA Talks Health — see you in two weeks!