THRIVE COACHING PODCAST

This week on The Thrive Coaching Podcast, Tara is joined for another packed Q&A episode.Then we get into your questions, and this week's lineup is a good one. We're covering how long a fat loss block should actually run (and whether you need rest in between), the mindset shift from chasing "skinny" to genuinely accepting your body, and what's really going on with evening snacking and sweet cravings — even when there's nothing in the house to reach for. We also get into how to fit steps into a jam-packed 7-to-5:30 workday when your lunch break isn't walkable.If you've been wondering how to know when to push through a tough week versus giving yourself grace, how to train around a back injury without losing progress, or how to stop a "bad day" spiralling into "I've blown it" — we've got you this week. Questions are open every Monday inside the Trainerize app — drop yours in and we might answer it on the next episode!📲 Follow us:[Instagram — @taragfit](https://www.instagram.com/taragfit/)[Instagram — @thrive.onlinecoaching](https://www.instagram.com/thrive.onlinecoaching/)[TikTok — @taragfitt](https://www.tiktok.com/@taragfitt)[YouTube — @taragfit](https://www.youtube.com/@taragfit)💬 Work with us:👉 Apply for 1-1 Coaching: https://thrivebytg.com/thrive-method/👉 Join the Thrive Method Waitlist: https://the-thrive-method.comQuestions Answered This Episode:* Should we be using electrolytes for hydration?* Steps to start accepting your body when you keep chasing "skinny" instead of health and strength* How long should a fat loss block be, and is rest needed in between?* Training tips while recovering from a lower back injury without re-aggravating it* Managing the mindset around reshuffling your week under stress — when to push through vs. ease off* NEAT energy: running vs. walking steps* Is conditioning beneficial for every goal — fat loss, muscle building, maintenance?* Training fasted vs. eating before a morning session — does it matter?* How to not feel overwhelmed by the whole program* Hitting your calories but still hungry — how to stay disciplined without overdoing it* Fitting steps into a 7am–5:30pm workday with an unwalkable lunch break* Planning a "sweat treat" into your week without it derailing you* Daily step target vs. weekly average — is 12,000 non-negotiable every day?* Dealing with running out of motivation every time you start something new* Bouncing back from a bad day of food or a missed workout without the "I've blown it" mindset* Best ways to stop evening snacking, even with no treats in the house* Running while in a calorie deficit for weight loss — good idea or not?* Podcast recommendations for mindset and positive thinking* Re-motivating yourself when you hit a rut and stop feeling like following the plan* Skipping tracking on holiday while staying mindful — and jumping back in after* Is form the priority when lifting, especially when form slips late in a set?* Navigating a weekly work lunch tradition without it derailing your goals* Stepping away from emotional/stress eating and managing cravings across your cycle* How to curb a sweet tooth that hits hard after lunch and when stressed* Craving sweet food all day after a sweet breakfast — even a protein-forward one🔔 Submit your question for next week's episode inside the Trainerize app every Monday — the more questions you submit, the better we can tailor the coaching to exactly what you're struggling with!

This week on The Thrive Coaching Podcast, Tara is joined by the coaches for another packed Q&A episode.

Then we get into your questions, and this week's lineup is a good one. We're covering how to handle judgement from people around not joining in on sweet treats or meals out, practical ways to improve your sleep, and how to stay motivated when you're having an off day. We also get into what actually flipped the switch for us as coaches to become consistent — and it's not what you'd expect.

If you've been wondering how to break free from feeling like you're always in a fat loss phase, how to cut back on drinking without losing your friends, or what to eat before an early morning gym session — we've got you this week. Questions are open every Monday inside the Trainerize app — drop yours in and we might answer it on the next episode!

📲 Follow us:
[Instagram — @taragfit](https://www.instagram.com/taragfit/)
[Instagram — @thrive.onlinecoaching](https://www.instagram.com/thrive.onlinecoaching/)
[TikTok — @taragfitt](https://www.tiktok.com/@taragfitt)
[YouTube — @taragfit](https://www.youtube.com/@taragfit)

💬 Work with us:
👉 Apply for 1-1 Coaching: https://thrivebytg.com/thrive-method/
👉 Join the Thrive Method Waitlist: https://the-thrive-method.com

Questions Answered This Episode:

* How do you deal with judgement for not getting sweet treats or meals out with people?
* What are some suggestions for better sleep?
* How do you stay motivated on an off day?
* What do you recommend eating before early morning gym training?
* What switch flipped in our brains as coaches that made us so consistent?
* How do I get out of feeling like I need to always be in a fat loss phase?
* How do I reduce my drinking when I feel pressure from friends?
* What do you say to yourself when you can't be physically bothered?

🔔 Submit your question for next week's episode inside the Trainerize app every Monday — the more questions you submit, the better we can tailor the coaching to exactly what you're struggling with!

This week on The Thrive Coaching Podcast, Tara is joined by the coaching team for another packed Q&A episode.

Then we get into your questions, and this week's lineup is a good one. We're covering how to choose the right gym when you're not feeling "gym-y," building the discipline to say no while working toward a fat loss goal, and what a good performance goal looks like when you're new to training regularly. We also get into breaking the late-night phone scrolling cycle that's wrecking your sleep.

If you've been wondering what the biggest mistake women make when trying to lose weight, how to prioritise as summer winds down and "back to school" season hits, or whether meditation is actually worth it — we've got you this week. Questions are open every Monday inside the Trainerize app — drop yours in and we might answer it on the next episode!

📲 Follow us:
[Instagram — @taragfit](https://www.instagram.com/taragfit/)
[Instagram — @thrive.onlinecoaching](https://www.instagram.com/thrive.onlinecoaching/)
[TikTok — @taragfitt](https://www.tiktok.com/@taragfitt)
[YouTube — @taragfit](https://www.youtube.com/@taragfit)

💬 Work with us:
👉 Apply for 1-1 Coaching: https://thrivebytg.com/thrive-method/
👉 Join the Thrive Method Waitlist: https://the-thrive-method.com

Questions Answered This Episode:

1. What are you looking forward to in the next few months?
2. After a summer of fun and sticking to the basics, what should we prioritise as we head into autumn and "back to school" season?
3. What are your thoughts on meditation? Do you find it helpful?
4. I'm looking to move gyms — what should I look out for or consider?
5. What's the biggest mistake women make when trying to lose weight?
6. How do you build the discipline to say no when you're working toward a fat loss goal?
7. What's a good performance goal for someone getting into the gym regularly?
8. I'm struggling with sleep because I'm stuck in a bad cycle of using my phone all evening — any suggestions for what to do instead?

🔔 Submit your question for next week's episode inside the Trainerize app every Monday — the more questions you submit, the better we can tailor the coaching to exactly what you're struggling with!

This week on The Thrive Coaching Podcast, Tara is joined by the coaches for another packed Q&A episode.
Then we get into your questions, and this week's lineup is a good one. We're covering how alcohol really affects fat loss progress (and whether staying within your calories is enough), how to plan for a girls' night out without derailing, the honest truth about workout order when you're juggling weights and cardio at the same time, and how to stop comfort eating after a stressful day at work. We also get into what actually happens once your 8 weeks are up — and whether Thrive Method or 1-1 coaching is the right next step for you.
If you've been wondering whether shift work sleep patterns are wrecking your recovery, how to carb load around a comeback match while injured, or how to keep training consistent when you're travelling between gyms (or heading home for a few weeks) — we've got you this week. Questions are open every Monday inside the Trainerize app — drop yours in and we might answer it on the next episode!
📲 Follow us:Instagram — @taragfitInstagram — @thrive.onlinecoachingTikTok — @taragfittYouTube — @taragfit
💬 Work with us:👉 Apply for 1-1 Coaching: https://thrivebytg.com/thrive-method/👉 Join the Thrive Method Waitlist: https://the-thrive-method.com
Questions Answered This Episode:
Does alcohol hinder fat loss progress if you stay within your calories, or is it better to limit it — and why?
What strategies help you plan for a girls' night out without losing progress?
How do you get started with running/jogging if you've never been a runner?
Does variable shift-work wake times affect recovery even if total sleep hours stay the same?
Should you do weights before or after cardio when doing a 14-day ergo challenge alongside your training?
How do you prevent comfort eating after a busy, stressful office day?
If you could only focus on one habit for fat loss, what would it be and why?
How do you keep working toward your goals during high stress or major life changes?
How do you carb load for a GAA match while returning from injury and staying within your weekly average calories?
How do you keep up progress when travelling home to Ireland and switching from gym classes to home/countryside workouts?
How should you track progress across two gyms with different machine brands/weight stacks — match the weight or track effort separately?
What happens at the end of the 8 weeks?
If you still have a good bit of weight loss to go after the challenge, should you repeat Thrive Method or move to 1-1 coaching?
🔔 Submit your question for next week's episode inside the Trainerize app every Monday — the more questions you submit, the better we can tailor the coaching to exactly what you're struggling with!

This week on The Thrive Coaching Podcast, Tara and the Thrive Coaches are back with another packed client Q&A. This episode covers a huge range of ground — from training around an injury when your steps are limited, to finding the right balance between weight training and cardio classes without tipping into overtraining.
We also get into the nutrition side of things — savoury breakfast ideas beyond the usual eggs and avo, whether electrolytes and extra supplements are actually worth it, and why your MyFitnessPal calories might not match the recipe. Plus the mindset stuff that trips so many of you up — binge eating, getting back into routine after a heatwave, and the one habit that actually moves the needle most.
If you've ever wondered whether running outdoors stacks up against the erg bike, how many inches you should realistically expect to lose in a month, or why the scale creeps up even when you're doing everything right — this episode is for you.
📲 Follow us:
Instagram — @taragfit
TikTok — @taragfitt
Instagram — @thrive.onlinecoaching
YouTube — @taragfit
💬 Work with us:
👉 Apply for 1-1 Coaching: https://thrivebytg.com/online-enquiry/
👉 Join the Thrive Method Waitlist: https://the-thrive-method.com
Questions Answered This Episode:
Training & Technique
Navigating fat loss while healing from an injury and struggling to get steps in
How many bike/row/ski/HIIT classes to add alongside weight training without overtraining
Is running outdoors a good alternative to gym cardio (erg bikes, ski erg, etc.)?
Flat sole trainers vs running-style trainers for lower body days
Nutrition & Tracking
Savoury breakfast ideas beyond eggs, bacon, and avocado on toast
Supplement recommendations beyond creatine and protein
Are electrolytes actually needed?
Why does MyFitnessPal give different calories than the ones stated on a recipe?
Mindset, Motivation & Consistency
Best tips for getting back into routine after a heatwave
The one habit that gives people the biggest results
Progress & Results
Is there a realistic number of inches to expect to lose per week/month?
How much should weight increase from muscle gain — and why does the scale creep up even when staying consistent?
Just for Fun
Favourite meal of the day
The most ridiculous wellness trend fallen for — and the most unhinged one that actually worked