https://simplecast.com The Wellness Conversation is a real, unfiltered chat between your local PT and your favourite yoga guru — where we go beyond workouts and dive into what wellness really means. It’s the kind of conversation that usually happens after class — sweaty, honest, a bit funny, and full of those “oh wow, me too” moments. We talk about everything from strength and self-care to body image, food, and finding balance in the chaos of everyday life. Think of it as your dose of real talk, good energy, and a reminder that wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all. 2025 The Wellness Conversation en Wed, 3 Jun 2026 05:20:36 +0000 Wed, 3 Jun 2026 05:20:46 +0000 https://the-wellness-conversation.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/348b34ad-eb6e-47d2-b5b4-f993edb802ab/8f4a6650-0a21-4724-bedf-a9835cdadd52/3000x3000/img-4389.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://the-wellness-conversation.simplecast.com episodic The Wellness Conversation is a real, unfiltered chat between your local PT and your favourite yoga guru — where we go beyond workouts and dive into what wellness really means. It’s the kind of conversation that usually happens after class — sweaty, honest, a bit funny, and full of those “oh wow, me too” moments. We talk about everything from strength and self-care to body image, food, and finding balance in the chaos of everyday life. Think of it as your dose of real talk, good energy, and a reminder that wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all. Kat Muir, Dr Chandrika Gibson false https://feeds.simplecast.com/05_FjZbJ Kat Muir muir.kathryn@yahoo.com.au 9d6a3a4f-8830-4318-9582-7519b058f8f2 Wed, 3 Jun 2026 05:20:36 +0000 muir.kathryn@yahoo.com.au (Kat Muir) https://the-wellness-conversation.simplecast.com/episodes/supplements-part-2-myth-busting-vq2FdQBh Supplements Part 2: Myth busting Kat Muir 01:05:56 After the epic response to our first supplements episode, we’re back for a follow-up where we dive even deeper into the world of supplements and separate fact from fiction. In this myth-busting episode, we unpack some of the biggest supplement myths, including whether “natural” automatically means safe, whether creatine is only for bodybuilders, and whether you can always tell if a supplement is working. We discuss how supplement marketing often taps into our insecurities, the rise of wellness quick-fixes, and why many of us have cupboards full of products we may not actually need. After the epic response to our first supplements episode, we’re back for a follow-up where we dive even deeper into the world of supplements and separate fact from fiction. In this myth-busting episode, we unpack some of the biggest supplement myths, including whether “natural” automatically means safe, whether creatine is only for bodybuilders, and whether you can always tell if a supplement is working. We discuss how supplement marketing often taps into our insecurities, the rise of wellness quick-fixes, and why many of us have cupboards full of products we may not actually need. supplement truth, wellness conversation podcast, supplement safety, supplement myths, natural supplements, holistic wellness, healthy aging for women, nutrition myths, strength training for women, wellness myths, health and wellness podcast, wellness trends, fitness and nutrition, women’s health podcast false full 7 01d97dbd-c5ae-4209-ad43-e6e4a6fcd57c Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:59:23 +0000 muir.kathryn@yahoo.com.au (Kat Muir) https://the-wellness-conversation.simplecast.com/episodes/supplements-what-why-when-how-much-zmYHnemp Supplements: What, Why, When, How Much? Kat Muir 01:00:17 In this episode of The Wellness Conversation, we dive into the world of supplements and ask a simple but important question — do we actually know why we’re taking them? With wellness trends and social media constantly promoting the latest powders, capsules and “must-have” products, it’s easy to fall into the habit of taking supplements without fully understanding what they do or whether we even need them. We share the supplements we personally take — including magnesium, beetroot, saffron extract and fish oil — and break down how they support things like nervous system regulation, mood, inflammation, circulation and recovery. We also explore what the research says about popular supplements and highlight which ones tend to be overhyped versus those that are genuinely supported by evidence. Chandrika brings an important perspective to the conversation, discussing the potential downsides of taking supplements unnecessarily — from wasting money to disrupting the body’s natural balance, masking underlying issues, or relying on quick fixes instead of addressing foundational habits. Throughout the episode, we emphasize that supplements should support a strong foundation of health — not replace it. We discuss the powerful role of strength training, whole foods and fibre for long-term wellbeing. If you’ve ever found yourself taking supplements because “everyone else is,” this episode will help you take a more informed, intentional approach to your health. In this episode of The Wellness Conversation, we dive into the world of supplements and ask a simple but important question — do we actually know why we’re taking them? With wellness trends and social media constantly promoting the latest powders, capsules and “must-have” products, it’s easy to fall into the habit of taking supplements without fully understanding what they do or whether we even need them. We share the supplements we personally take — including magnesium, beetroot, saffron extract and fish oil — and break down how they support things like nervous system regulation, mood, inflammation, circulation and recovery. We also explore what the research says about popular supplements and highlight which ones tend to be overhyped versus those that are genuinely supported by evidence. Chandrika brings an important perspective to the conversation, discussing the potential downsides of taking supplements unnecessarily — from wasting money to disrupting the body’s natural balance, masking underlying issues, or relying on quick fixes instead of addressing foundational habits. Throughout the episode, we emphasize that supplements should support a strong foundation of health — not replace it. We discuss the powerful role of strength training, whole foods and fibre for long-term wellbeing. If you’ve ever found yourself taking supplements because “everyone else is,” this episode will help you take a more informed, intentional approach to your health. beetroot supplement benefits, saffron mood support, overhyped supplements, wellness podcast for women, women's health, do supplements work, omega 3 fish oil benefits, yoga, supplements explained, magnesium benefits false full 6 772acdd8-ffeb-4e6c-9b06-019ed8868dbf Wed, 28 Jan 2026 01:39:41 +0000 muir.kathryn@yahoo.com.au (Kat Muir) https://the-wellness-conversation.simplecast.com/episodes/clarity-is-your-superpower-sebj9y9l-PbHM0JWZ Clarity Is Your Superpower Kat Muir 00:39:06 In this episode, we explore how clarity — not more effort — is often the missing piece when life feels heavy. We talk about mental load, energy leaks, and why so many women feel exhausted even when they’re “doing all the right things.” Through the lens of decluttering, we unpack how physical, mental, and emotional clutter quietly drains our energy, keeps our nervous system on high alert, and leaves us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected. We discuss how clearing our spaces can help clear our minds, reduce decision fatigue, and create a sense of progress without adding more to the to-do list. This conversation invites you to see decluttering not as productivity or perfection, but as an act of self-care and alignment — a way to live more intentionally, reclaim your energy, and support your overall wellbeing. Because sometimes the path to feeling better isn’t doing more… it’s doing less, with clarity. In this episode, we explore how clarity — not more effort — is often the missing piece when life feels heavy. We talk about mental load, energy leaks, and why so many women feel exhausted even when they’re “doing all the right things.” Through the lens of decluttering, we unpack how physical, mental, and emotional clutter quietly drains our energy, keeps our nervous system on high alert, and leaves us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected. We discuss how clearing our spaces can help clear our minds, reduce decision fatigue, and create a sense of progress without adding more to the to-do list. This conversation invites you to see decluttering not as productivity or perfection, but as an act of self-care and alignment — a way to live more intentionally, reclaim your energy, and support your overall wellbeing. Because sometimes the path to feeling better isn’t doing more… it’s doing less, with clarity. overwhelm and exhaustion, energy and wellbeing, intentional living, women’s mental health, holistic wellness for women, decluttering for mental health, wellness beyond fitness, mental load, nervous system regulation, busy mums and burnout, yoga, pt and yoga chat false full 5 217b18a8-7a8a-458e-a1b1-3fa8fdbd27ea Tue, 9 Dec 2025 04:36:04 +0000 muir.kathryn@yahoo.com.au (Kat Muir) https://the-wellness-conversation.simplecast.com/episodes/mental-load-and-weary-women-r_b_UA72 Mental Load and Weary Women Kat Muir 00:45:46 This episode is all about what it really takes to stay creative and build something for yourself while juggling mum life. We chat about saying no to things that drain you, protecting your energy, and making room for the ideas that light you up. We unpack the mental load and how shifting your thoughts can create real momentum. It’s a reminder that when you focus on the good, the good gets better — and there’s space for your goals, your passions, and you in the middle of it all. This episode is all about what it really takes to stay creative and build something for yourself while juggling mum life. We chat about saying no to things that drain you, protecting your energy, and making room for the ideas that light you up. We unpack the mental load and how shifting your thoughts can create real momentum. It’s a reminder that when you focus on the good, the good gets better — and there’s space for your goals, your passions, and you in the middle of it all. creative habits, motherhood and identity, personal growth for mums, small wins mindset, motivation for mums, overwhelmed mums, women’s wellness podcast, intentional living for mums, mental load for mums, mindset shifts for women, emotional load, creativity for mums, finding momentum, mum life balance, women supporting women, self-care for busy mums, protecting your energy, mum guilt, building confidence false full 4 da4e8f13-ae70-4643-ab15-25bed37023a6 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 04:53:08 +0000 muir.kathryn@yahoo.com.au (Kat Muir) https://the-wellness-conversation.simplecast.com/episodes/finding-and-maintaining-your-mojo-and-keeping-motivation-Y1wGBQFn Finding and Maintaining Your Mojo While Keeping Motivated Kat Muir 00:45:58 In this episode of The Wellness Conversation, Kat and Chandrika get real about motivation — where it goes, how to get it back, and what actually keeps it going when life gets busy. They chat about the truth behind motivation (spoiler: it doesn’t magically appear), how clear goals give you direction, and why small consistent actions matter more than big bursts of energy. From redefining goal setting to building routines that stick, this episode is full of practical tips, gentle real talk, and reminders that you don’t need to be perfect — you just need to keep moving forward. Whether you’re in a slump, starting fresh, or just need a little push, this chat will leave you feeling grounded, capable, and ready to take the next step — even on the days you don’t feel motivated. In this episode of The Wellness Conversation, Kat and Chandrika get real about motivation — where it goes, how to get it back, and what actually keeps it going when life gets busy. They chat about the truth behind motivation (spoiler: it doesn’t magically appear), how clear goals give you direction, and why small consistent actions matter more than big bursts of energy. From redefining goal setting to building routines that stick, this episode is full of practical tips, gentle real talk, and reminders that you don’t need to be perfect — you just need to keep moving forward. Whether you’re in a slump, starting fresh, or just need a little push, this chat will leave you feeling grounded, capable, and ready to take the next step — even on the days you don’t feel motivated. fitness mindset, realistic goal setting, wellness and consistency, women’s health and fitness, goal setting tips, healthy routines for busy women, how to stay consistent, motivation and mindset, staying motivated, women’s wellness podcast, everyday motivation, motivation vs momentum, building habits that last, wellness conversation, motivation for busy mums, real talk fitness, yoga, mind body motivation false full 3 ef2cce9a-04f1-42e9-9554-ab7aafa13f2e Sat, 8 Nov 2025 06:21:24 +0000 muir.kathryn@yahoo.com.au (Kat Muir) https://the-wellness-conversation.simplecast.com/episodes/fueling-body-and-mind-for-real-energy-cmTI_b3g Fueling Body and Mind For Real Energy Kat Muir 00:48:39 Fuel isn’t just what’s on your plate — it’s everything you feed your mind and body with. In this chat, we unpack the sneaky ways we run ourselves on empty, what real nourishment looks like, and how to find balance between coffee, carbs, and calm. Think of this one as your reminder to fill your tank before you burn out. Fuel isn’t just what’s on your plate — it’s everything you feed your mind and body with. In this chat, we unpack the sneaky ways we run ourselves on empty, what real nourishment looks like, and how to find balance between coffee, carbs, and calm. Think of this one as your reminder to fill your tank before you burn out. self care, mindful eating, women’s health, holistic health, women’s wellness, fueling mind and body, healthy habits, yoga, wellness podcast, nutrition and mindset, mental health, body positivity false full 2 42b86e3b-4578-4994-9cb2-34a3e1724f38 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:25:53 +0000 muir.kathryn@yahoo.com.au (Kat Muir) https://the-wellness-conversation.simplecast.com/episodes/what-is-wellness-i_MVMYxs What Is Wellness Kat Muir 00:38:14 In our very first episode, we dive into what wellness really means — beyond diets, workouts, and step counts. We chat about the connection between mind and body, why exercise alone isn’t the full picture, and how real wellness is about feeling strong, balanced, and fulfilled in everyday life. It’s an honest, down-to-earth conversation that reminds you wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s something you build your own way. In our very first episode, we dive into what wellness really means — beyond diets, workouts, and step counts. We chat about the connection between mind and body, why exercise alone isn’t the full picture, and how real wellness is about feeling strong, balanced, and fulfilled in everyday life. It’s an honest, down-to-earth conversation that reminds you wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s something you build your own way. balance and wellbeing, women’s fitness podcast, self-care for women, fitness for busy mums, real talk wellness, wellness, women’s wellness, everyday wellness, wellness for women 40+, strength and mindset, wellness journey, community fitness, body image, mind body connection, wellness conversations, sustainable health false full 1