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Julie Clark & Catherine Chapman
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Join Catherine & Julie, your feisty hosts at Far 2 Fabulous, as they lead you on a wellness revolution to embrace your fabulousness. Julie, a Registered Nutritional Therapist with over 20 years of expertise, and Catherine, a former nurse turned Pilates Instructor and Vitality Coach, blend wisdom and laughter seamlessly. Off the air, catch them harmonising in their local choir and dancing to 80's hits in superhero attire. Catherine braves the sea for year-round swims, while Julie flips and tumbles in ongoing gymnastics escapades. With a shared passion for women's health and well-being, they bring you an engaging exploration of health, life, and laughter. Join us on this adventure toward a more fabulous and empowered you!

  1. What If Doing Less Heals More

    2D AGO

    What If Doing Less Heals More

    Episode 111 What if your body isn’t “failing” you—it's protecting you? We explore how modern life traps us in fight-or-flight and what it really takes to teach the nervous system that it’s safe again. No gurus, no cold-plunge bravado—just clear steps you can weave into a busy week without adding more pressure. We start with the culture that glorifies busy and shames rest, especially for women juggling midlife demands. Then we demystify regulation: why dehydration, late meals, and constant alerts read as threat; how caffeine hammers the adrenals and nudges the thyroid to hit the brakes; and why stubborn weight, poor sleep, and digestive gripes often signal a nervous system on edge. You’ll hear practical swaps that actually land—three slow breaths before meals, tapping you can do anywhere, earlier dinners, and tiny morning rituals that don’t require waking at 5am. We also unpack habit loops around alcohol and the “I deserve it” reflex, and how to reroute those urges with compassionate, repeatable alternatives that soothe rather than sedate. This is a guide to doing less but better: planning meals to avoid 6pm chaos, protecting white space on the calendar, and saying no as a legitimate regulation tool. We share client stories that prove small changes work even in high-pressure jobs and family life. The goal isn’t perfection; it’s creating reliable safety signals so your body can switch gears, recover, and make every other healthy habit more effective. If you’ve been “vertically fine” yet quietly struggling, consider this permission to opt out of the busy badge and build calm from the ground up. If this conversation helps, subscribe and leave a review, then share it with a friend who needs a gentler plan. Join our free Facebook community to keep the chat going and pick up simple tools you can use today. Got a question or comment? Send us a text message here! Thank you for listening. You can continue the conversation with us in the Far 2 Fabulous Facebook group. Come and connect with other women on a journey to empowered health. For more information about Julie Clark Nutrition, click HERE For more information about Catherine Chapman, click HERE If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support the show, you can buy us a coffee HERE. Your support helps us continue creating episodes and improving our recording setup. We look forward to you joining us on the next episode.

    35 min
  2. Why Coming Second Feels Like Losing (and What the Olympics Teach Us About Life)

    MAR 5

    Why Coming Second Feels Like Losing (and What the Olympics Teach Us About Life)

    Episode 110 What if silver doesn’t mean failure? We dig into the Winter Olympics with a candid, funny lens—curling showdowns, aerial bravery, and bobsleigh margins thinner than a heartbeat—and uncover how elite sport mirrors our everyday mindset traps. Why does a bronze sometimes feel like triumph while silver can feel like loss? That tension sparks a bigger conversation about control, expectations and the stories we tell ourselves. We talk through the power of focusing only on what you can control—your routine, your breath, your preparation—and how that focus beats the scoreboard, the scale and the comparison habit. From midlife bodies to busy kitchens, we challenge the myth that lighter is always better or that you must be “fit enough” to start. Instead of chasing a shifting “there,” we prioritise the journey: strength gains over weeks, calmer energy, better sleep, joints that thank you, and the quiet wins that compound into real health. You’ll hear how perfectionism convinces smart people to quit what they love, and how a single reframe—bronze joy over silver despair—can put the fun back into fitness, food and life. Along the way, we share practical mindset cues: don’t “win the warm-up,” reset when you stall, and use a kinder inner voice to unlock the part of your brain that performs best under pressure. We swap the tyranny of the scale for richer metrics of wellbeing, and we invite you to rewrite old stories that keep you small. If the margin between podium places can be 0.3 seconds, your small daily improvements matter more than you think. If this resonates, tap follow, share it with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a quick review to help others find the show. Then come tell us your latest small win in our Far Too Fabulous Facebook group—we can’t wait to cheer you on. Got a question or comment? Send us a text message here! Thank you for listening. You can continue the conversation with us in the Far 2 Fabulous Facebook group. Come and connect with other women on a journey to empowered health. For more information about Julie Clark Nutrition, click HERE For more information about Catherine Chapman, click HERE If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support the show, you can buy us a coffee HERE. Your support helps us continue creating episodes and improving our recording setup. We look forward to you joining us on the next episode.

    32 min
  3. Joy Is Not A Luxury

    FEB 26

    Joy Is Not A Luxury

    Episode 109: Joy Is Not A Luxury Joy shouldn’t sit at the end of your to-do list like a dessert you have to earn. We pull joy right into the centre of daily life and dig into why your body, brain and heart are wired to thrive on it. From the vagus nerve’s calming power to the way laughter lowers cortisol and boosts serotonin and dopamine, we map the science that explains why you can’t be stuck in fight or flight while you’re genuinely having fun. We share the real-world ripple effects too: calmer guts and fewer IBS flares when stress eases, smarter metabolism when the adrenals quit shouting at your thyroid, and kinder blood pressure when you stop bracing your way through the day. Doomscrolling and fear leave a mark; nourishing moments undo it. That can look like belly laughs that crack a grump, but also quiet joy — a glassy evening sea, a warm dog asleep across your legs, music in the kitchen while dinner simmers. Joy isn’t pricey or rare; it’s a set of repeatable habits anyone can practise. We also talk about vulnerability, grief and guilt — the places where smiling can feel wrong and fun feels frivolous. Joy doesn’t erase pain; it helps you carry it. You’ll hear simple, low-cost ideas for building a joy practice: scheduling play instead of chores, choosing connection over headphones, swapping news loops for a chapter by the fire, and reclaiming the hobbies you dropped when life got serious. Think choir nights as non-negotiable, puddle-splashing with the right boots, a post-swim glow, or a bike ride after decades that makes you throw your legs out like a kid. If you’ve struggled to answer “When did I last really laugh?” this conversation is your nudge. Pick one thing that lights you up and do it this week, then tell us about it so your spark becomes someone else’s idea. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a lift, and leave a quick review — your support helps more people find their way back to everyday joy. Got a question or comment? Send us a text message here! Thank you for listening. You can continue the conversation with us in the Far 2 Fabulous Facebook group. Come and connect with other women on a journey to empowered health. For more information about Julie Clark Nutrition, click HERE For more information about Catherine Chapman, click HERE If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support the show, you can buy us a coffee HERE. Your support helps us continue creating episodes and improving our recording setup. We look forward to you joining us on the next episode.

    47 min
  4. Discipline, Desire & Receiving More: What It Really Takes to Change Your Life With Suzy Ashworth

    FEB 19

    Discipline, Desire & Receiving More: What It Really Takes to Change Your Life With Suzy Ashworth

    Episode 108: Discipline, Desire & Receiving More: What It Really Takes to Change Your Life with SUZY ASHWORTH What if the missing piece isn’t more hustle, but the courage to receive more? We sit down with global transformational mentor Suzy Ashworth for a fearless, funny, and deeply practical tour of midlife strength, mental clarity, and the mindset shifts that change everything. Starting with pull-ups, pole dancing, and a rogue Pizza Hut reference, we unpack why the last few inches—on the bar and in life—feel so hard, and how small, consistent movement creates compounding momentum. Suzy traces the path from party nights to purpose: travel that expanded her idea of what a life can look like, motherhood that sharpened her priorities, and career pivots that honoured intuition without abandoning follow-through. We dig into perimenopause with uncommon candour—brain fog, fear, and the startling clarity that came when she cut processed sugar and quit alcohol for good. She shares how meal prep, high-protein choices, 15,000 daily steps, and structured routines helped her feel stronger than ever, and why 75 Hard is less a fitness stunt and more a mental toughness framework that rewards planning, presence, and self-respect. We also explore plant medicine retreats, tech-free resets, and the profound relief of deep sleep, along with the identity work underneath any strategy shift. Suzy reframes receiving as a skill: start by asking what you genuinely want, decide it’s safe to have it, then act in alignment. We talk worth without guilt, ambition without apology, and why vulnerability is the real growth edge. If you’re navigating midlife health, craving clearer thinking, or ready to stop settling for “just enough,” this conversation offers tools, stories, and a spark to move. Listen now, subscribe for more candid, research-backed wellness conversations, and leave a review to help others find the show. What’s one habit you’ll change this week to choose clarity over convenience? For more from Suzy, you can follow her on Insta HERE  AND get your hands on her amazing book Infinite Receiving HERE Got a question or comment? Send us a text message here! Thank you for listening. You can continue the conversation with us in the Far 2 Fabulous Facebook group. Come and connect with other women on a journey to empowered health. For more information about Julie Clark Nutrition, click HERE For more information about Catherine Chapman, click HERE If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support the show, you can buy us a coffee HERE. Your support helps us continue creating episodes and improving our recording setup. We look forward to you joining us on the next episode.

    1 hr
  5. Wired, Tired and Told You’re Fine? Let’s Talk Thyroid

    FEB 12

    Wired, Tired and Told You’re Fine? Let’s Talk Thyroid

    Feel exhausted, cold, wired yet tired, and still told your thyroid is “fine”? We pull back the curtain on why TSH and T4 can miss what your body is clearly saying, and we break down the crucial step too many overlook: converting T4 to T3, the active hormone that powers energy, metabolism, mood, temperature, and gut motility. From midlife symptoms that get mislabelled as “just hormones” to the quiet role of stress in slamming the metabolic brakes, we map the real-world pathways that move people from stuck to steady. We explore how the liver and gut enable T3 production, why micronutrients like selenium, zinc, iron, magnesium, and B vitamins are non-negotiable, and where iodine fits without causing flare-ups. You’ll hear how mineral patterns reveal early trends, why low potassium can stall hormone delivery, and how supporting detox and digestion often brings faster relief than chasing new diets. We also tackle the missing piece in standard care: autoimmune thyroid disease. Antibodies can simmer for years before TSH shifts, which is why fatigue, heavy periods, anxiety, and hair changes are frequently waved away until things get worse. Along the way, we share a case where sex hormones looked balanced while stress pathways told the real story, and we outline smarter testing strategies that include free T3, antibodies, and mineral assessment. The core message is practical and hopeful: normal is not always optimal, and the thyroid is often under-supported, not broken. With targeted stress reduction, blood sugar stability, gut and liver support, and the right cofactors, conversion improves and symptoms ease. If you’re ready to rethink your thyroid, press play and take notes. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who needs better answers. Your story might change when your labs and your life finally match. Got a question or comment? Send us a text message here! Thank you for listening. You can continue the conversation with us in the Far 2 Fabulous Facebook group. Come and connect with other women on a journey to empowered health. For more information about Julie Clark Nutrition, click HERE For more information about Catherine Chapman, click HERE If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support the show, you can buy us a coffee HERE. Your support helps us continue creating episodes and improving our recording setup. We look forward to you joining us on the next episode.

    23 min
  6. How to Reset Gently When Life Is Already Full

    FEB 5

    How to Reset Gently When Life Is Already Full

    Episode 106:  How to Reset Gently When Life Is Already Full  January set the bar high, then life happened. Between dark mornings, lingering holiday habits, busy workloads, and a body still riding a sugar rollercoaster, motivation didn’t just dip—it vanished. We unpack why that’s normal and how to build a grounded February reset that respects biology, the season, and your real schedule. We start with the science of energy. Holiday carbs can push blood sugar up and down, triggering cravings and brain fog. Rather than relying on willpower, we show how protein-forward breakfasts, fibre, healthy fats, and daylight exposure steady your energy so better choices feel easier. From there, we talk stress. Your morning cortisol is meant to rise—phones, caffeine-first habits, and frantic starts pile on. A softer routine—no phone for 30 minutes, water, light movement, five minutes of breathwork—calms the nervous system and sets you up to win the day. Then we tackle exercise myths. Punishment cardio isn’t a fix; it’s more stress. We outline a smarter plan: two to three strength sessions a week, short bursts of conditioning, and plenty of everyday movement. You’ll hear why “calories in, calories out” misses the bigger picture and how food quality, satiety, and hormones shape results. We share practical ways to clear the environment—donate unopened treats, bin the dregs, use pattern interrupts—and show how tiny, consistent actions beat perfection: prepped breakfasts, short walks, mobility snacks, and simple evening wind-downs. Most of all, we lean into connection. Accountability makes change stick. Bring a friend, join a group, ask for help. By mid-February, the sugar noise quiets, routines feel natural, and strength becomes your anchor. Start small today: protect your mornings, eat for steady energy, lift something heavy, and choose compassion over punishment. If this helped, subscribe, share with a friend who needs a February reset, and leave a quick review. Your support helps others find the show—and you never know which small tip will change someone’s day. Got a question or comment? Send us a text message here! Thank you for listening. You can continue the conversation with us in the Far 2 Fabulous Facebook group. Come and connect with other women on a journey to empowered health. For more information about Julie Clark Nutrition, click HERE For more information about Catherine Chapman, click HERE If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support the show, you can buy us a coffee HERE. Your support helps us continue creating episodes and improving our recording setup. We look forward to you joining us on the next episode.

    40 min
  7. Stop Mentally Retiring Before Your Body Needs To

    JAN 29

    Stop Mentally Retiring Before Your Body Needs To

    Episode 105  What if the real “midlife crisis” is just a crisis of beliefs? We take aim at the quiet script that says decline is inevitable and show how your words, your training, and your mindset can add power to every decade you live. This is a lively, honest conversation about healthspan, not just lifespan—how to build strength, mobility, energy, and confidence now so your later years feel expansive, not compressed. We start by naming the trap: blaming age for every ache, foggy thought, or tired day. Then we flip it. With candid stories and real examples—from a seventysomething gymnast throwing flips to communities of women setting parkrun PBs—we show what’s possible when you train smarter and speak to yourself with intention. Neuroplasticity, progressive strength, mobility, and sleep all play starring roles. You can become stronger in your sixties than you were in your thirties if you align consistent practice with smart recovery and honest lifestyle checks. Along the way, we unpack the cultural forces that devalue experience and worship youth, and we offer a better path: choose an anchor word like strong, run your daily decisions through it, and watch your body follow your mind’s lead. We talk practical reframes, playful movement that feels like joy rather than duty, and the late-bloomer advantage—how a focused decade can make you world-class at almost anything, no matter when you start. Ageing, framed well, becomes a gift and a platform for bold reinvention. If you’re ready to challenge the script, find role models who light you up, and become one for someone else, this conversation will give you momentum. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a review to help more people rewrite their next chapter. Got a question or comment? Send us a text message here! Thank you for listening. You can continue the conversation with us in the Far 2 Fabulous Facebook group. Come and connect with other women on a journey to empowered health. For more information about Julie Clark Nutrition, click HERE For more information about Catherine Chapman, click HERE If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support the show, you can buy us a coffee HERE. Your support helps us continue creating episodes and improving our recording setup. We look forward to you joining us on the next episode.

    29 min

  8. JAN 22

    Why Building Mobility Today Keeps You Independent Tomorrow

    Epsisode 104 Mobility isn’t just about moving more; it’s about living better. We dig into why mobility shapes confidence, energy, and the freedom to say yes—especially when life throws slips, surgeries, or setbacks your way. From the shock of post-fall statistics to the quiet wins of getting off the floor without using your hands, we unpack how targeted training protects your independence today and for years to come. We share the habits that matter most: strength for joint integrity, Pilates for control and core stability, balance drills for real-world slips, and even jumping for bone density and reactive strength. You’ll hear how culture influences mobility—why daily floor sitting and deep squats in Japan keep people of all ages strong—and how our comfort-first environment can quietly erode the skills that keep us moving well. Expect pragmatic self-tests, coaching cues you can use at your desk, and encouragement to start where you are, whether that’s chair-based weights or your first deep squat with heels down. This conversation is as practical as it is motivating. We talk trust in your body after pain, rebuilding confidence step by step, and using playful movement—like adult gymnastics progressions—to rekindle joy while sharpening balance and coordination. Mobility is the currency of independence, and consistency is the compound interest. Try the no-hands sit-to-stand challenge, add small daily reps, and keep what you gain. If this resonated, tap follow, share it with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a quick review. Join our free Facebook group to post your sit-to-stand attempt and keep the conversation going—we’d love to cheer you on. Got a question or comment? Send us a text message here! Thank you for listening. You can continue the conversation with us in the Far 2 Fabulous Facebook group. Come and connect with other women on a journey to empowered health. For more information about Julie Clark Nutrition, click HERE For more information about Catherine Chapman, click HERE If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support the show, you can buy us a coffee HERE. Your support helps us continue creating episodes and improving our recording setup. We look forward to you joining us on the next episode.

    35 min
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Join Catherine & Julie, your feisty hosts at Far 2 Fabulous, as they lead you on a wellness revolution to embrace your fabulousness. Julie, a Registered Nutritional Therapist with over 20 years of expertise, and Catherine, a former nurse turned Pilates Instructor and Vitality Coach, blend wisdom and laughter seamlessly. Off the air, catch them harmonising in their local choir and dancing to 80's hits in superhero attire. Catherine braves the sea for year-round swims, while Julie flips and tumbles in ongoing gymnastics escapades. With a shared passion for women's health and well-being, they bring you an engaging exploration of health, life, and laughter. Join us on this adventure toward a more fabulous and empowered you!

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  • Creator
    Julie Clark & Catherine Chapman
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    112
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Far 2 Fabulous
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