Honestly, Carly

Carly Corrigall
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If you're a woman over 40 and your old workouts have stopped working, your jeans feel tighter, and your brain can’t decide if it’s burnt out or buzzing - you’re in the right place. This is midlife, just not how they sold it to you. Honestly, Carly is where fitness, hormone health, and real life collide. Hosted by Carly Corrigall, midlife PT (and former lawyer), each week we get honest about what it actually takes to feel strong, confident and capable over 40, without overtraining, overcomplicating, or outsourcing your self-worth to scales and step counts. Expect science-backed strategies you can use today, the pep talk you didn't know you needed, and more than the occasional “oh my god, SAME.” This is the podcast to help you train smarter, feel better, and make this your strongest chapter yet. Educational content only; not a substitute for medical advice.

  1. 1D AGO

    Midlife & Muscle: Your Guide to Strength Training Over 40

    Strength training is having a moment… but loads of women are still confused about what to actually do. In this episode, Carly breaks down why strength training matters more in midlife, what it’s doing inside your body (muscle, bones, joints, metabolism), and how to train in a way that genuinely works (no-flinging-weights-around nonsense!). In This Episode:Why not strength training is basically a “getting weaker” programme (cheers biology)What happens to muscle, bone, connective tissue and body composition as we ageThe real reason strength training is so protective for long-term healthHow strength training supports bone health (yes, there’s an actual mechanism)The main movement patterns you must be including to build a strong body.Why “lift heavy” is broadly good advice… but not the whole pictureProgressive overload: the principle you can’t ignore if you want resultsReps + sets explained in human language (and why they’re not random numbers)The three key outcomes of strength work (strength, muscle growth, endurance) and how to build the perfect strength training recipe for your bodyThe simple test to check if your weights are challenging enough Mentioned in This EpisodeJoin Carly's Free 10-Day Perfect Your Press-Up Challenge (starts Monday 2 March) Want to get your first full press-up (or improve your press-ups properly)? Carly’s free 10-day challenge is just the thing to get you there. 👉 Join here: https://www.clcfitness.co.uk/pyp-signup Train with Carly MembershipWeekly strength + HIIT classes designed specifically for midlife women who want to train properly (and yes, the strength sessions are built around everything discussed in this episode). 👉 Find out more: https://www.clcfitness.co.uk/online-fitness-classes-for-women Come Say Hi/Ask a QuestionGot a strength training question you want Carly to cover in a future episode? Pop over to Instagram and DM her. 📍 Instagram: @carlycorrigall Share This EpisodeIf this episode made you feel clearer (or gave you the nudge to pick up heavier dumbbells 😅), share it with a friend who keeps saying: “I know I should do weights but I don’t know where to start”.

    32 min

  2. FEB 19

    My Biggest Training Mistake of Last Year as a PT in my 40s

    In this episode, I share my biggest training mistake of last year and what it taught me (again!) about midlife fitness, perimenopause, training intensity, cortisol and recovery for women in their 40s... Last summer I trained for an event I was really excited about. I had the plan. I had the experience. I had the knowledge. What I didn’t have… was the right intensity balance. We’re talking about: What the “mid-zone” actually is (and why it’s a problem for many midlife women)How my ego influenced my training decisionsThe hormonal and recovery symptoms I experiencedWhy stress load matters more in your 40sHow I would structure things differently nowWhat my goals look like this year instead To be clear - this isn’t about stopping big goals. It’s about training intelligently in perimenopause and beyond. If you’ve ever felt like: You’re plateauingYou’re constantly tired but wiredYour sleep has taken a hitYour appetite is all over the placeYour body just doesn’t respond like it used to This episode is for you. If any of this sounds familiar - I'd love to hear from you so drop me a DM over on Instagram and let me know - @carlycorrigall And if you’d like help zooming out and looking at your own training intensity, you can download my free Training Tweak Guide here: 👉 Get your hands on my free Training Tweak Guide It’ll help you assess whether your current week is working with your body… or against it.

    22 min

  3. FEB 12

    Midlife Weight Loss: Here's Exactly What I'd Do (And It's Probably Not What You Think)

    Midlife weight gain can feel confusing and frustrating - where did that little bit of extra padding come from? And why is it so hard to shift? In this episode, Carly breaks down what’s really happening in your body where your weight's concerned during perimenopause and menopause, and shares her practical, no-nonsense roadmap for losing weight in a healthy, sustainable way. But we might not start where you think! No detoxes. No extreme diets. No punishment. In this episode we cover:Why midlife weight gain happens (and why it’s not always your fault)How falling oestrogen, cortisol, insulin sensitivity and muscle loss change the rulesThe dangers of visceral fatWhy you can stay the same weight but feel “softer”Carly’s pyramid approach to midlife weight loss (this is where the magic happens!) GLP-1s, HRT as a weight-loss tool, and "magic" supplements Mentioned in this EpisodeHIIT & Strength Classes specifically designed to get you feeling your best in midlife - Train with CarlyDownload the free Training Tweak Guide - Get the Training Tweak GuideFind out more about The Reboot, Carly's group coaching programme, where we put all of this into practice: The RebootFollow Carly on Instagram or drop her a DM: @carlycorrigall

    34 min

  4. FEB 5

    Hyrox? Half Marathon? Health? Do You Actually Need a Midlife Fitness Goal?

    This week I’m chatting solo about why goal setting can feel a bit icky in midlife… and why, despite that, I’m still a big fan of having one! We’re diving into: Why goals can feel harder after 40The pressure hangover from corporate-style goal settingWhat happens when you don’t have a goal at allWhy “health” on its own is often too vague to motivateThe scattergun trap of copying everyone else’s goalsHow to choose a goal that fits your life, energy and bodyThinking of goals as a North Star, not a straitjacket You’ll also hear why: “I’m exercising for my long-term health” often makes the brain reply: cool, irrelevant – talk to me in 30 years 😉 Health matters hugely, but it’s usually the outcome of consistent action, not the thing that gets you out of bed on a rainy Tuesday and that, is what I'm here to help you with! Want more support?This is exactly the kind of work we do inside The Reboot – my online coaching programme for midlife women. 👉 Find out more: The Reboot 💖 Drop me a note on Instagram and tell me what your goals look like - you can find me @carlycorrigall

    24 min

  5. JAN 29

    Confused About What to Eat in Midlife? Start Here (with Amie Parry-Jones)

    January can feel like an aggressive group chat you never asked to be added to: fasting rules, at-home tests, supplement stacks, blood sugar panic, and a general sense that you’re Doing Nutrition Wrong. In this episode, I’m joined by BANT registered nutritionist Amie Parry-Jones to cut through the noise and bring things back to what’s evidence-led, realistic, and actually helpful for midlife women. We talk intermittent fasting (and why “just skip breakfast” isn’t the universal win people think it is), the rise of testing culture, blood sugar myths, collagen hype, under-fuelling, and the surprisingly powerful basics that get overlooked… like protein at breakfast, timing your meals, and planning food like your future self deserves a medal. Also: beans. And the fear of “office farts”. We went there. 🌱💨 Resources & links: Find Amie:Website: https://surreynutrition.co.ukInstagram: @surreynutritionLinkedIn: @Amie Parry-Jones About today’s guest: Amie Parry-Jones is a Master’s-qualified registered nutritionist with 8 years’ experience supporting women with hormonal health, eating behaviours, and sustainable nutrition changes. She also works in corporate health, research, and consults for a CGM start-up. If you enjoyed this episode: If this conversation made you take a deep exhale, please take a second to subscribe, share it with a friend who’s currently being haunted by fasting ads, and leave a quick review. It helps more midlife women find the pod without getting swallowed by the algorithm swamp. I'll see you next week and remember - my DMs are always open over on Instagram: @carlycorrigall

    46 min

  6. JAN 22

    Zone 2, HIIT & Heart Health: Your No-Nonsense Guide to Cardio in Midlife

    Cardio has become the pariah of the fitness world for midlife women. Everyone’s got strong opinions about it, half of them outdated, and most of them wildly confusing. In this solo episode, I'm demystifying cardio once and for all. What it actually is, what it isn’t, and how it fits into a realistic midlife training week, you'll be pleased to hear without obsessing over zones, fearing cortisol, or binning off intensity altogether. We talk about: What “cardio” really means (and why energy system training is a much better way to think about it)Why strength training alone isn’t enough for long-term healthThe truth about "Zone 2" training: and why it’s been wildly oversimplifiedWrist heart rate monitors, why they’re so unreliable (especially for women), and what to do insteadCortisol, HIIT and why hard work isn't the enemy you’ve been led to believeWhy cardio is a terrible weight-loss tool (and why that’s actually freeing)The very real link between menopause, estrogen loss and heart healthHow much high-intensity work you actually need (spoiler: not much)Why feeling shattered after cardio is usually not what you think If you’ve been avoiding cardio because you’ve been told it’s “too stressful” for midlife… or you’re stuck over-analysing zones and numbers… this episode will give you clarity, confidence and permission to stop overthinking it. Because cardio isn’t about punishment, calorie-burning or earning your food. It’s about looking after your heart ❤️ now and for the decades to come. Useful links:Follow Carly on Instagram: @carlycorrigallFree Training Tweak Guide: 👉 Get my Training Tweak Guide This is where we start to tailor your training to what's actually going to move the needle in midlife. If this episode sparks questions (and I know it will), my DMs are open. And if you found it helpful, I’d love it if you shared it with a friend who’s been told to fear cardio in midlife.

    29 min

  7. JAN 15

    You Don't Have to Put Up With This - Pelvic Floor Myth Busting with Katie Doran

    Pelvic floor issues in midlife are common - but they’re not something you have to “just put up with”. In this episode, I chat with women’s health osteopath and pelvic health specialist Katie Doran (Pelvic Rebel) about leaking, prolapse fears, urgency, and why the usual “just do your kegels” advice often doesn’t work. You’ll learn why pelvic floor problems aren’t always about weakness, how breathing mechanics and the nervous system affect symptoms, and a few simple, practical tweaks you can try straight away. In this episode we cover: Why pelvic floor symptoms are common - and why the stats probably underestimate itThe myth of “it’s just what happens after kids/as you get older” and what might actually be going onSimple, try at home tips you can get started with straight awayMost importantly - where to start if you’re ready to sort this properly (Katie's your woman!). Links & resources: Find Katie (Pelvic Rebel): www.pelvicrebel.comKatie on Instagram: @pelvicrebelKatie’s free guide: The Missing Link in your Pelvic Floor RecoveryKatie's running a free Masterclass on 28th January - Why Kegels aren't Working (and what to do instead): register hereCarly on Instagram: @carlycorrigall Disclaimer: We're all grown ups here but this episode is for education and general information only and isn’t medical advice. If you have new, worsening, or concerning symptoms, speak to your GP/health professional.

    50 min

  8. JAN 8

    What’s Real (and What’s Not) in the Midlife Women’s Wellness World

    The midlife wellness space is loud - especially in January. Supplements, experts, protocols, promises… everyone seems to have an answer. And if you’ve ever felt confused, sceptical or quietly overwhelmed by it all, this episode is for you. In this honest conversation, I break down what’s real, what’s questionable, and how midlife women can become more discerning without feeling pressured, panicked or foolish. This episode is about sharpening your BS radar - and learning how to trust your instincts and intuition again (in a non-woo-woo way!). In this episode, we cover:Why midlife women are heavily targeted by wellness marketingThe truth about supplements and how little regulation there actually isWhy supplements should always be the icing on the cake, not the foundationCommon red flagsHow to assess so-called experts in the midlife wellness spaceWhy certainty and scare tactics should make you pauseThe importance of nuance, individual differences and staying in your laneHow to become the expert on your own body The takeawayYou don’t need to do everything. You don’t need to buy everything. And you don’t need to rush. When you slow down, tune into your body, and understand what actually matters for you, it becomes much easier to spot what’s helpful - and what’s just clever marketing. Want to chat or explore more?If this episode resonated, come and say hi over on Instagram - my DMs are always open: 👉 Instagram: @carlycorrigall And if you’d like support becoming more confident, informed and the expert on your unique body, you can explore The Reboot - my online programme for midlife women: 👉 Check out The Reboot here

    18 min
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If you're a woman over 40 and your old workouts have stopped working, your jeans feel tighter, and your brain can’t decide if it’s burnt out or buzzing - you’re in the right place. This is midlife, just not how they sold it to you. Honestly, Carly is where fitness, hormone health, and real life collide. Hosted by Carly Corrigall, midlife PT (and former lawyer), each week we get honest about what it actually takes to feel strong, confident and capable over 40, without overtraining, overcomplicating, or outsourcing your self-worth to scales and step counts. Expect science-backed strategies you can use today, the pep talk you didn't know you needed, and more than the occasional “oh my god, SAME.” This is the podcast to help you train smarter, feel better, and make this your strongest chapter yet. Educational content only; not a substitute for medical advice.

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  • Creator
    Carly Corrigall
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Carly Corrigall
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    Honestly, Carly

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