#538: Sports Dietitian Renee McGregor on Balancing Athlete Hormones, When Healthy Eating Goes Bad and REDS (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport)!
Renee McGregor is a leading Sports and Eating disorder specialist dietitian with 20 years’ experience working in clinical and performance nutrition, with Olympic (London, 2012), Paralympic (Rio, 2016) and Commonwealth (Queensland, 2018) teams.  She specialises in REDS Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, eating disorders and hormonal health for female athletes.   Renee is also a best-selling author, and her most recent book, More Fuel Thought is available now. She also writes a monthly column for runner’s world.  Here are some of the things we talked about in today’s show:  ·       REDS is a multi-system condition affecting athletes. ·       Low energy availability is not the only factor in REDS. ·       Overtraining and REDS share overlapping symptoms. ·       Listening to your body is essential for health. ·       Body image issues are exacerbated by social media. ·       Intuitive eating can help in recovery from REDS. ·       Healthy behaviours are more important than body appearance. ·       Human connection is vital for emotional well-being. ·       Hypothalamic amenorrhea can have severe long-term consequences. ·       Orthorexia is a harmful obsession with healthy eating. ·       No food should be demonized; balance is key. ·       Healthy eating is about unrestrained choices, not restrictions.    (Website) Home - Renee McGregor  (Instagram) Renee McGregor (@r_mcgregor) • Instagram photos and videos  (Twitter) R McGregor RD (@mcgregor_renee) / X  (LinkedIN) Renee McGregor - Director of Team RM - Renee McGregor | LinkedIn
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I'm bringing 20 people to Everest Base Camp in Nepal (October 2026)
Kilimanjaro was top of my bucket list.. Everest Base Camp in Nepal is right there beside it.. Hiking to Everest Base Camp October 2026 I’m linking up with Earths Edge for a 16 day trip to hike Everest Base Camp in October of next year (2026).. There’ll be a training day with me in person early next year; and a two day training event two months before we fly to Nepal. I’m also going to be working directly with everybody on a fitness program and a private WhatsApp group a few months beforehand to make sure everyone is in great shape for the trip. We’re only taking 20 people and it’s fully inclusive so all the accommodation, meals and training weekends are included. You can book flights separately or with Earth's Edge (they're a big chunk of the payment so go with whatever is best for you).. I’ve linked more details in the description; so if you’re up for a challenge or a life changing trip, then check out the page on Earths Edge. Once your deposit is paid, let me know so I can follow you on Instagram to connect over the next few months. I look forward to the year ahead . DETAILS BELOW https://earths-edge.com/expedition/brian-keane-everest-base-camp-october-2026/ Â
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#537: Mobility Coach Conor O Shea on Five Essential Movements for Pain-Free Living, Plantar Fasciitis and The Myths and Realities of Flexibility Training!
Conor O Shea is a mobility coach. He is also the host of the Strong For Life podcast and with over 230k followers on Instagram, he helps people over 30 feel a decade younger whilst moving pain free. He spent most of his 20s struggling with chronic pain that affected him so badly at times I considered leaving the fitness industry because he was worried, I couldn’t do his job anymore. He left Ireland in 2013 and sought out the best coaches in the world. He learned from the yogis in Mysore and the best callisthenics, mobility and flexibility coaches who were super fit in their 50s and 60s. He began to understand that his body was riddled with injuries and how to rebuild himself from the ground up. Here are some of the things we talked about in today’s show: ·    Five essential movements include squats, ground sitting, and toe touching. ·    Chronic pain can be addressed through consistent mobility practices. ·    Ground sitting is a simple yet effective daily practice. ·    Environmental design can encourage more movement throughout the day. ·    Flexibility training should be strength-focused to avoid injuries. ·    Common complaints include low back, knee, and shoulder issues. ·    Strengthening the back and stretching the front can alleviate many problems. ·    Mobility practices should be integrated into daily routines. ·    Injury management requires working around pain to maintain strength. Mobility and flexibility are crucial for long-term health. ·    Injury management should prioritise alternatives to surgery. ·    The psychology of injury plays a significant role in recovery. ·    Rebuilding strength after injury is essential for recovery. ·    Pain can be a signal of adaptation, not always harm. ·    Foot health is vital, especially for runners and active individuals. ·    Supportive footwear and foot exercises can help with plantar fasciitis Today’s podcast is sponsored by my 1:1 online coaching: https://briankeanefitness.com/one-to-one-online-coaching  (Website) Personal Trainer for Busy Guys Over 30 - Conor O'Shea  (Facebook) https:// Www.facebook.com/conorosheafit88  (YouTube) Conor O' Shea - YouTube  (Spotify) Strong For Life Blueprint | Podcast on Spotify  (Podcast) The Strong For Life Podcast - Podcast - Apple Podcasts Â
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The Cost of Discipline: Burnout, Body Image & the Hustle Myth (Brian Keane & Anthony Walsh)
This was one of my favourite podcasts that I've appeared on.  It was with my friend Anthony Walsh from his studio in Dublin.  We go long here (nearly two hours) and touch on so many different topics. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed recording it.  You can follow Anthony's Roadmap Cycling show here:  https://open.spotify.com/show/2oCs3N4ahypwzzUrFqgUmC  Prefer to watch your podcasts? The full video is on my YouTube channel Brian Keane Fitness ____________________________________________  What happens when the identity that once drove you starts holding you back? In this honest and wide-ranging conversation, Anthony reconnects with Brian Keane—author, speaker, and ultra-endurance coach—to explore the line between discipline and dysfunction. They dive into self-doubt, social pressure, and the reality of rebuilding when your goals shift. Brian shares what a decade in fitness has taught him, how he's reframed his training around purpose, and why foundational movement always wins out over trends. From Ozempic to testosterone, strength periodization to mindset shifts, nothing’s off the table. If you’re feeling stuck, questioning your routine, or just curious about what sustainable growth really looks like—this episode is for you. Â
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#536: Former Pro Cyclist Anthony Walsh on Why Humans Need To Take Risks In Life and Not Creating Self-Imposed Prisons!
Anthony Walsh is a former professional cyclist and the owner of Roadman Cycling. His podcast helps 1 million+ monthly listeners to use cycling as a tool to achieve health, happiness and longevity. After retiring from professional cycling, Anthony founded Roadman Cycling, a platform dedicated to helping individuals transform their lives through cycling. Roadman Cycling offers coaching, training plans, and resources to empower cyclists of all levels to achieve their goals, whether it's improving fitness, competing in races, or simply enjoying the journey on two wheels. A wonderful in person podcast today. Enjoy. Want to watch the full video on YouTube? Click here www.briankeanefitness.com Today’s episode is sponsored by my new Keane Edge Group Coaching Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/the-keane-edge-program (Website) Roadman Cycling (Instagram) Https:// www.instagram.com/roadman.cycling/ (Youtube) The Roadman Podcast - YouTube (Twitter) Anthony Walsh | Roadman Podcast (@Roadman_Podcast) / X Roadman cycling podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2oCs3N4ahypwzzUrFqgUmC Â
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