Just As Well, The Women's Health Podcast

Women's Health UK
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Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 1min

Trinny Woodall: The Style Icon's Mission to Outsmart Alzheimer's and Age Brilliantly

Thriving at 60 and beyond, Trinny Woodall gives us her blueprint for longevity. With Claire Sanderson and Gemma Atkinson, she discusses her fascinating long and varied career, how she dealt with drug addiction, her plan to live well until 110, what she’s doing to her all-round wellbeing to not be stricken with Alzheimer’s like her late mother. Plus she gives easy tips that every woman could adopt to dress well, takes Gemma and Claire through her mood boosting laughing therapy practise and shares the exact workout  she does to get her incredible arms. It’s a must listen.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 11, 2025 • 1h 1min

Leanne Hainsby Gets Real About Traumatic Grief, Cancer, IVF and Health Anxiety

Peloton powerhouse. Cancer survivor. Soon-to-be mum. In this deeply emotional episode of Just As Well, Women's Health Editor-in-Chief Claire Sanderson and Gemma Atkinson sit down with Leanne Hainsby for a conversation that’s raw, inspiring, and unforgettable. From dancing on global stages to leading spin classes for thousands, Leanne opens up about the darkest year of her life. Grief, a devastating breast cancer diagnosis, and a miscarriage, while continuing to show up for others. Now, pregnant and thriving, she shares what pulled her through and how she found strength she never knew she had. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 4, 2025 • 59min

She Beat Bulimia and Broke a HYROX Record | Lucy Davis’ Story Will Change You

In this powerful episode of Just As Well, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson sit down with Lucy Davis: Hyrox Champion, ultramarathon runner, and founder of My Coach app. Lucy opens up about the brutal reality of elite sport, quitting competitive swimming at 18, and battling an eating disorder in its aftermath. She shares her journey from body image struggles to performance-driven training, and how she's now inspiring thousands of women to embrace strength, muscle, and confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 28, 2025 • 1h 10min

The Age-Defying Body: How to Burn Fat and Feel Incredible at Any Age with Dr Vonda Wright

What if the secret to ageing well isn’t about turning back the clock but powering forward with strength, purpose, and vitality? Orthopaedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright joins Women’s Health to explain how women can burn fat, build muscle, and protect their brains at any age. From lifting heavy to letting go of toxic relationships, she shares the science-backed strategies that changed her life at 47 and can change yours too. Whether you're 34 or 64, this episode will leave you informed, empowered and ready to age with power. 💪✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 21, 2025 • 60min

Iskra Lawrence: They Said My Body Wasn't Good Enough, I Learned To Love It

Model and entrepreneur Iskra Lawrence joins Women’s Health UK’s Just As Well podcast for a powerful, no-filter conversation about the modelling industry, body image, and the moment she was told to wear a fat suit to get work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 14, 2025 • 56min

I Spent Years Hating Myself - Now I'm Finally Free | Vicky Pattison

Vicky Pattison joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson on Just As Well to share the powerful story behind her journey to Strictly Come Dancing. From crippling anxiety and toxic relationships to therapy, self-acceptance, and learning to give herself grace, Vicky opens up about how she rebuilt her confidence and turned years of self-doubt into strength. Now a Women’s Health cover star and Strictly contestant, she talks about why her 30s have been her happiest years, how she manages PMDD, and what it really takes to thrive in the public eye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 7, 2025 • 54min

Trolls Broke My Confidence - Strictly Is Helping Me Get It Back | Karen Carney

Karen Carney has already changed women’s football forever - 144 England caps, an OBE, and a government review that’s reshaping the future of the game. But now, she’s stepping into something completely different: Strictly Come Dancing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 4min

The Simple Hacks That Changed My Brain & Body - Davinia Taylor

From tabloid headlines to bestselling author and founder, Divinia Taylor shares the routines and mindset shifts that transformed her life. Seventeen years sober, she’s now passionate about making “biohacking” simple and relatable - whether it’s focusing on better sleep, experimenting with nutrition, or finding small daily habits that bring more energy and focus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 23, 2025 • 1h 2min

Tim Spector: Gut Health is the Key to Better Sleep, Energy & Mood

In this episode of Just As Well, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson sit down with Professor Tim Spector — one of the world’s leading experts on gut health, co-founder of Zoe, and author of the new book Ferment.We talk about:The two-week gut reset and how fast your microbiome can improveThe surprising links between gut health, mood, energy, and sleepWhy fermented foods are powerful (and how to start with simple recipes)The truth about calorie counting, ultra-processed foods, and the 80/20 ruleWhy even checking your poo can give you clues about your healthTim also shares his personal health scare, the research that changed his career, and why looking after your microbes might be the most important thing you can do for your long-term wellbeing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 16, 2025 • 57min

Caroline’s Circuits On Getting Fit, Strong & Powerful At Every Age

Caroline Idiens, known as Caroline's Circuits, is a fitness expert with 25 years of experience and author of 'Fit at 50.' She discusses how fitness approaches should change from your 20s to your 40s and 50s, highlighting the importance of recovery, sleep, and nutrition for overall health. Caroline emphasizes the power of short, effective strength workouts in transforming both body and mindset. Her journey of building a supportive fitness community during the pandemic showcases that it's never too late to start moving and embracing fitness at any age.

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