Extra Healthy-ish

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Extra Healthy-ish is the big sister podcast to Healthy-ish. Here you'll get extra bits from your favourite guests, extra expert intel from doctors, dermatologists and dietitians, extra tips and extra tools to make healthier decisions, for your mind, body and soul. It's all a bit extra. Extra Healthy-ish publishes a new episode Monday to Thursday. For more, head to www.bodyandsoul.com.au

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The importance of self-pleasure & outercourse for better sex

Apr 24 2024 17 mins

People, we need to talk about outercourse. Somatic sexologist Alice Childs discusses how to invite more pleasure into your sex life, the importance of masturbation and self-discovery for a better sex, and how to put aside the mental load and focus on you. WANT MORE FROM ALICE? Find her @alicechildofficial or see her site here. You can read the B+S online story about outercourse

All things periods: what's 'normal', hormone regulation & reproductive issues

Apr 23 2024 17 mins

Nutritionist and women’s health specialist Solaine Douglas discusses all things periods - from what’s normal and what’s not, to different hormonal, metabolic and reproductive issues that might affect your flow… and when to seek help. WANT MORE FROM SOLAINE? Find out more about Solaine @solainedouglasnutrition or via her site here. WANT MORE BODY + SOUL? Online: Head to

Everything to know about strength training

Apr 22 2024 19 mins

World-leading fitness expert and Technogym Master Trainer Brooke Turner discusses all things strength training from what to lift, to scheduling sessions, single vs multiple sets, and the best diet to help build muscles. WANT MORE FROM BROOKE? You can catch her @brooke.turner._, on Facebook here or via her site here. WANT MORE BODY + SOUL? Online: Head to bodyandsoul.com.au f

Exercise physiologist Drew Harrisberg on blood glucose, CGMs & plant-based eating

Apr 21 2024 22 mins

Exercise physiologist and sports scientist Drew Harrisberg shares his health story, from discovering he had Type 1 diabetes in his early 20s to experimenting with different eating styles to help manage his chronic illness. He gives his verdict on the trending continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). WANT MORE FROM DREW? Find out more about Drew @drews.daily.dose or on TikTok here, or

The truth (and science) about cold water plunges

Apr 17 2024 18 mins

Everyone is jumping in cold water for better health, but what does the science actually say? Professor Mike Tipton is a world-leading researcher on cold water immersion and joins us from the UK to share everything he’s learnt - and what the science says - about cold water plunges. WANT MORE FROM MIKE? For more on his credentials see here or find him on socials here. WANT MO

Why living seasonally can be a health game-changer

Apr 16 2024 15 mins

How “seasonally” do you live? Well, naturopath Lauren Jane says if we live more in tune with the seasons, we can thrive. She talks us through how to live seasonally especially now the weather is cooling down. WANT MORE FROM LAUREN? Find out more about Lauren @laurenjane.naturopath or for her business Kiyah Wellness, see here. WANT MORE BODY + SOUL? Online: Head to bodyan

How to deal with a ridiculously big life curveball

Apr 15 2024 18 mins

So, how do you bounce back after life has thrown you a big curveball? Well, it takes time, says therapist and podcaster Jana Firestone. She chats through the steps to recovering, healing and growth. WANT MORE FROM JANA? For more on Jana’s book Plot Twist (Allen & Unwin, 32.99) see here. For more on her podcasts, see @thiscuriouslifepodcast or @thedaysthatfollow. You can li

KIC’s Laura Henshaw talks running hacks, strength training & self-talk

Apr 14 2024 22 mins

Need some running inspo? KIC co-founder and CEO Laura Henshaw discusses her love of running, why she does it, how she gets into her ‘runner’s mindset’, the importance of strength training and why shoes matter. WANT MORE FROM LAURA? For more on KICRUN Club, see here. You can catch Laura @laura.henshaw or on TikTok here. For hers & Steph’s last Extra Healthy-ish chat o

Secrets of emotionally resilient people

Apr 10 2024 17 mins

Here’s some good news: you can build emotional resilience swifty. Dr Jane Foster is an author and leading researcher with a PhD in health and education and discusses building emotional resilience and shares solutions for everyday problems to help build resilience. WANT MORE FROM JANE? For more on Jane’s book It’s in Your Hands (Balboa Press, $58.99) here or here. For more

How a Buddhist monk ended up as a Peloton instructor

Apr 09 2024 21 mins

Sam Yo’s life story sounds like a movie - from London’s West End to a Thai monastery to instructing Peloton classes. He shares his story and learnings on how he approaches fitness, life and everything in between. WANT MORE FROM SAM? You can catch Sam @yoiamsamyo, see his site here or for Peloton info, see here. WANT MORE BODY + SOUL? Online: Head to bodyandsoul.com.au fo