Episodes

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

    Leanne Hainsby Gets Real About Traumatic Grief, Cancer, IVF and Health Anxiety
    Nov 11 2025
    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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    59 mins
  • She Beat Bulimia and Broke a HYROX Record | Lucy Davis’ Story Will Change You

    She Beat Bulimia and Broke a HYROX Record | Lucy Davis’ Story Will Change You
    Nov 4 2025
    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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    59 mins
  • The Age-Defying Body: How to Burn Fat and Feel Incredible at Any Age with Dr Vonda Wright

    The Age-Defying Body: How to Burn Fat and Feel Incredible at Any Age with Dr Vonda Wright
    Oct 28 2025
    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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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Iskra Lawrence: They Said My Body Wasn't Good Enough, I Learned To Love It

    Iskra Lawrence: They Said My Body Wasn't Good Enough, I Learned To Love It
    Oct 21 2025
    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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    1 hr
  • I Spent Years Hating Myself - Now I'm Finally Free | Vicky Pattison

    I Spent Years Hating Myself - Now I'm Finally Free | Vicky Pattison
    Oct 14 2025
    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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    56 mins
  • Trolls Broke My Confidence - Strictly Is Helping Me Get It Back | Karen Carney

    Trolls Broke My Confidence - Strictly Is Helping Me Get It Back | Karen Carney
    Oct 7 2025
    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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    54 mins
  • The Simple Hacks That Changed My Brain & Body - Davinia Taylor

    The Simple Hacks That Changed My Brain & Body - Davinia Taylor
    Sep 30 2025
    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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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Tim Spector: Gut Health is the Key to Better Sleep, Energy & Mood

    Tim Spector: Gut Health is the Key to Better Sleep, Energy & Mood
    Sep 23 2025
    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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    1 hr and 2 mins