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“The Real Magic is Putting in the Hard Work” Season 2 Round-up!

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 01:00:00 GMT

It’s the end of Season Two! Join Joslyn Thompson-Rule as she reflects on the wonderful conversations had with the brilliant guests who graced Listen Loudly this season.

From recognising the importance of effort vs outcome with Dr Daya Grant and focusing on what your body can do with Logan Aldridge, to making plans that you expect to fail with Madeleine Penfold and understanding the ripple effect of getting people moving with Eartha Pond - there have been so many magical discussions this season, and we hope they helped change you in some small way.

Watch this space for Season 3!

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No One is Coming to Save You: How to Forge Your Own Path with Abby Ajayi

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Abby Ajayi is a television showrunner, executive producer and writer of some of your favourite TV shows including How To Get Away With Murder and Inventing Anna. Abby has worked on productions in the UK and US, and is the creator of the Amazon Prime series Riches.

In today’s episode, Abby shares how she transitioned from studying law at the University of Oxford to working in television, the importance of creating experiences that connect to your goals and unpacks why your dreams are only as tangible as the effort you put in.

Plus, Abby and Joslyn discuss the role sport and fitness can play in helping you to achieve your ambitions, and Abby reveals how starting her running journey reminded her of what she was capable of.

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“You Are Your Own Obstacle” The Importance of Taking Accountability with Alex Hipwell

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:30:05 GMT

Alex Hipwell is an online fitness coach and founder of Lifting Women, an online community centred around helping women change their lives and hit their fitness goals by working with their physiology, not against it.

In today’s episode, Alex highlights the importance of understanding your menstrual cycle (and how it can impact your performance), why you have to take accountability for your actions and shares her advice for overcoming self-sabotage.

Plus, Alex and Josyln discuss how to develop a healthy relationship with yourself and how truly knowing who you are can help shape the woman you become in the future.

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Why Access to Sport is SO Important for Women & Girls with Eartha Pond

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Eartha Pond is a former professional footballer, Councillor and Educator who is providing hundreds of women and girls with access to sport and movement as founder of the ESP Foundation and Girls Allowed programme.

In today’s episode, Eartha tells us why sports bras are so vital for getting young girls moving (and how she petitioned for them to be part of school uniforms), how sport can increase our sense of confidence and the importance of making sure everyone gets to the starting line.

Plus, Eartha and Joslyn discuss the first time they met when Joslyn was hosting Serena Williams at the LTA with Nike, and why getting others moving feels like a responsibility for them both.

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The Importance of Taking Chances in Your Career with Madeleine Penfold

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Madeleine Penfold is a photographer specialising in sports and fitness. She’s worked with everyone from Roberto Firmino, Manchester United Women and even Joslyn early on in her career in photography.

In today’s episode, Mads takes us behind the scenes of the world of sports photography, detailing why it’s vital to take chances in your career, the importance of accessibility and diversity in sports media and how her previous career as a yoga instructor influenced her photography.

Plus, Mads shares the story of how she was invited to curate an exhibit showcasing the history of women’s sport - which was attended by Secretary Hillary Clinton!

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Redefining Expectations: How Logan Aldridge Turned a Freak Accident Into the Best Thing That Ever Happened

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 01:00:00 GMT

At just 13, Logan Aldrige had a freak accident which led to an amputated arm and a completely new outlook on life. In this inspirational episode, Joslyn speaks to Logan about why he feels lucky this happened to him.

Logan shares the story behind his accident, why he welcomed the curious comments from strangers and how he curated a grateful mindset from the off.

Plus, he explains what all of us can learn and action in our fitness from people with disabilities, the true meaning of showing up and doing your best as well as how to give yourself more control within your exercise.

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Every Top Performer has an Element of Curiosity: How to Harness Yours with Dr Daya Grant

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Dr Daya Grant is forging a new path in sports performance, by marrying neuroscience and yoga philosophy. This week, she shares her incredible wisdom with Joslyn Thompson Rule.

Daya explains the importance of being comfortable sitting in your own silence, she shares advice if you don’t have a good relationship with your body (as so many of us don’t) and how to reframe your mindset when in a challenging situation.

Plus, she describes how to define your core values, how this practice can lead you to feeling more fulfilled and become a better decision-maker.

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Why I Needed to Lose Myself in 2024

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Welcome to Season 2 of Listen Loudly! Joslyn Thompson Rule is back with a host of incredible guests but in this first episode, she’s taken to the mic solo to reveal why she’s ready to talk about what 2024 was really like.

In this episode, Joslyn shares why she had to rebuild trust with herself, her reflections on dealing with stress vs pressure and her responsibilities and intentions going into this new year.

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Listen Loudly Season One Round Up Minisode

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 06:00:22 GMT

With season one of Listen Loudly coming to an end, I am beyond thrilled at how it has been received! I’m also incredibly grateful for your feedback, comments, and reviews. I can’t wait to get started on season two.

Today, you’ll hear a brief round up of season one and my favourite parts of each episode. From Susie Chan to Justin Su’a to Emma Dabiri, I’ve had an incredible time chatting with my guests and have learned so much along the way, I hope you have too!

And remember to stay tuned in and subscribed to this feed for season two, coming soon!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

I hope you’re applying some of what you learned from my guests during season one (01:51)
A few words about my feelings on all of season one’s interviews, starting with Susie Chan (03:19)
Clara Amfo (09:50)
Lucy Bronze, MBE (15:09)
Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts (20:30)
Justin Su’a (24:40)
Candice Brathwaite (28:33)
Joy Crookes (31:23)
Emma Dabiri (34:31)

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Exploring deep work and deep rest, with Emma Dabiri

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 07:00:33 GMT

Emma Dabiri, author, academic and broadcaster, rounds out the final guest episode of Listen Loudly. We talk movement, our experiences of racism growing up in Ireland, and how we have been conditioned to separate the mind from the body, far beyond what the beauty or advertising industry have been able to influence.

Tune into episode 8 of Listen Loudly to hear my conversation with my dear friend Emma, where we go deep on the concept of deep work and deep rest. We talk about our mutual experiences as adolescents in Ireland, the separation of mind and body, the love affair she has with swimming in the sea, and her relationship to deep rest.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Emma’s inspiration behind her most recent book Disobedient Bodies (02:52)
The work it took me to reconnect with my body after my eldest was born (17:03)
How Emma’s relationship with movement has evolved throughout her life (22:31)
Emma believes that if she can be dedicated to movement, anyone can (32:29)
In fitness, your training age is different from your physical age (36:08)
Emma’s decision to Listen Loudly to herself to tell stories that teachers prevented her from telling (49:09)

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Staying connected to the expression of yourself with Joy Crookes

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:00:20 GMT

Joy Crookes understands that to be the true expression of herself in her music, she must protect it and her expression of it at all costs - doing so requires a constant review of her state of connection with herself and those around her.

Tune into episode 8 of Listen Loudly to hear my conversation with Joy. We discuss her musical journey; her relationship to movement; how she achieves the self-connection required to make great music; the patience, struggle, and joy of creating albums; and what it is to be in flow.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How Joy overcame personal drama through movement and singing(4:19)
Why we’re nervous dancing and reconnecting to the playful child within us. (12:42)
How Joy achieves the self-connection and flow to make great music
Walking is the most underrated form of exercise (22:27)
Balancing faith, patience, and connection to yourself and others in making an album (26:52)
Keeping your passion alive by setting boundaries (31:14)
Listening intently to yourself to get the best out of yourself (37:36)
Joy’s guerilla tactics that keep her music spontaneous and accessible (40:57)

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Trading likability for undeniability with Candice Brathwaite

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 06:00:07 GMT

Candice Brathwaite is an absolute force to be reckoned and utterly brilliant in every way! If you’ve not read her books you will have cackled at her podcast Closet Confessions, or gazed for hours at her endless style and big sister chats on instagram. Her early career was centred around being likable and fitting a mould, until a very public trolling scandal made her reassess how she would show up moving forward - the less she focused on being liked, the more she realised how much she had been hiding her true self. Even after years of success, she is just now exiting her season of doubt.

Tune into episode 7 of Listen Loudly to hear my conversation with podcaster, presenter, author, and all-round baddie Candice Brathwaite. Prepare to laugh, cry and take ALL the notes - the lessons flow non-stop, you’ll have to pause, rewind, note-take and keep it moving!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How following her gut has paid off for Candice (05:37)
Why you can’t let the internet rush you (09:54)
How Candice dealt with online trolling from a popular mommy blogger (12:36)
The importance of recommitting to exercise (32:34)
Sometimes, the most important thing is just showing up to the best of your ability (40:20)

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Building awareness of our individual process and development, with Justin Su’a

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 05:00:37 GMT

When you think about the world’s top performers—elite athletes, CEOs, etc—what quality do you assume they all share? Whatever you’re thinking, it’s probably not self-doubt… But Justin Su’a has seen firsthand how insecure many people at the top of their fields can be.

Tune into episode 6 of Listen Loudly to hear my conversation with process and development coach, Justin Su’a. Justin specialises in athletic and personal development training programs for youth, adult, collegiate, and professional athletes, along with CEOs and top executives, and helps them build organisational and personal systems for high performance.

Today, you’ll hear insights from Justin about the insecurities we all share along with the tools we can use to overcome them. We talk about the importance of building awareness of how we manage our time and energy and the impact the energy of others, has on us.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

You have the power to overcome your personal negativity bias (06:25)
The common thread that Justin sees amongst almost everyone he trains (09:17)
Justin’s advice for those just starting out on a movement journey (13:31)
How time management is so integral to success (30:23)
When you notice yourself doing something that isn’t ideal for your goals, don’t beat yourself up about it—just take note of it (37:26)

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Choosing yourself and your sense of belonging with Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 10:00:17 GMT

The root and messaging of, not belonging, can take a swift hold on us - messaging from others/society becomes internalised and part of who we perceive ourselves to be in the world. It took some time for Chelsea to feel a sense of belonging in the yoga world, but as she redefined who she was in the space, along with her teaching, she kicked open doors for others. Chelsea believes this can expand into uniting communities.

Tune into episode 5 of Listen Loudly to hear my conversation with my friend and fellow Peloton yoga instructor Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts. Chelsea leans into the basics in her teaching to build solid foundations and a reconnection to self. She is highly regarded as a leader in a new generation of yogis who are striving to expand the idea of who is traditionally thought of as a teacher.

Today, you’ll hear about Chelsea’s journey from elementary school teacher to world renowned yoga instructor. Tune in and hear how her university experience instilled a sense of leadership in her, why she believes in meeting people where they are at, and how her experience with yoga finally made her feel grounded, present, and at ease.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Chelsea originally felt that yoga was inaccessible to her (03:19)
Chelsea’s comfort with yoga didn’t come overnight (07:14)
The loss of her best friend completely changed Chelsea’s relationship to yoga (08:00)
Yoga can be an excellent way to keep your personal battery charged (13:34)
Yoga was designed for us to understand who we truly are (15:38)
Chelsea tries to keep her classes and practice accessible to everyone (22:33)

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Relentless self-belief and learning to lead with England football player, Lucy Bronze MBE

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 06:00:10 GMT

Lucy’s earliest memories are kicking a football and keeping up with her older brother - a competitiveness that set her up to excel in many sports, in spite of her shyness. She poured herself into football and wasn’t to know that her passion would lay the foundations for the future of women’s football in England and beyond.

Tune into episode 4 of Listen Loudly to hear my conversation with professional footballer Lucy Bronze MBE. Lucy currently plays for FC Barcelona and was part of the winning England team in the UEFA Cup 2022. She's received BBC Women's Footballer of the Year multiple times as well as being the first England player to receive the UAEFA’s women's Player of the Year.

Today, you’ll hear Lucy’s inspiring story: her start in football; her relentless self-belief instilled by her family; her long-term approach to, chipping away to get better; and how understanding the psychology of herself and her teammates, made her a better Captain.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How football helped Lucy overcome her childhood shyness (03:36)
Lucy’s childhood coach predicted she’d play for England one day (06:14)
Football isn’t Lucy’s only sport talent (16:34)
How Lucy’s England debut came at a crossroads in her life (27:01)
You have to understand yourself first in order to lead others (30:32)
How training philosophies vary from country to country (38:14)

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Paving the way as a broadcaster and a lifelong connection to movement with Clara Amfo

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 08:00:34 GMT

Curiosity. It’s such a no pressure word with so much openness, yet how many of us really embrace it? Of course, mistakes can still happen, but when we’re embracing our curiosity—allowing ourselves to learn and explore and just see what happens—it can be a great antidote to the rigidness that so many of us live with.

Tune into episode 3 of Listen Loudly and hear my conversation with my friend Clara Amfo, a radio and television broadcaster and podcast host. Clara has sat down with incredible artists like Jay-Z, Elton John, Harry Styles and Billie Eilish and she’s one of the most truly brilliant people I’ve ever met.

Today, you’ll learn how Clara is embracing the idea of living in the moment, what her relationship with movement has been like throughout her life, and the importance of having media representation of all walks of life.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The big career move that Clara is making—and why she’s so excited about it (07:24)
Some wise words straight from rapper Redman himself (09:41)
How Clara’s parents raised her without a strict adherence to gender roles (15:24)
Clara has her very own Barbie made in her image—right down to the gold hoops (21:27)
How Clara finds power and process in movement (30:32)
Clara has always had to work smarter and harder because of her background (38:58)

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Building Confidence and learning who you are, with Endurance Runner Susie Chan

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 06:00:47 GMT

Tune into episode 2 of Listen Loudly and meet my very first guest, endurance runner and fellow Peloton instructor Susie Chan.

Susie is an incredible athlete who got into sport in her 30s and most recently competed one of the toughest races on earth. Susie’s down to earth nature, matched with her laser focus, when it comes to doing hard things, really lays out a roadmap of how we can approach challenges, no matter their size.

Today, you’ll hear the moment that Susie listened loudly to herself and in doing so, changed her life forever; how she overcame her fear of public speaking that impacted her for a decade; and how the feeling you get in a 1 mile race or a 100 mile race, teaches us the same thing!

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Welcome to Listen Loudly

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 22:33:37 GMT

When I started out in the fitness industry over 20 years ago, I had the incredible privilege of getting to hone my skills without the global stage of social media—and all the pressures that go with it. Since then, I’ve been through several major career evolutions, including over a decade with Nike and my current position as an instructor with Peloton. As a lifelong athlete, I’ve made it my mission to coach others to reach their own unique fitness goals, wherever the target may be.

Though Listen Loudly is a fresh start, you’ll still hear similar content to what inspired me on Fitness Unfiltered, this time with an even greater focus on learning from others. Through conversation with my dream guests (and some of my best friends!), you’ll learn exactly why it’s so important to listen loudly in order to make yourself heard. Everyone I welcome to my new show is incredible in their own right, and I’m so excited for you to hear the knowledge and experience they have to share.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

A little about my old podcast, Fitness Unfiltered, and my decision to rebrand (01:04)
How my role at Peloton came to be—and why I almost didn’t take the opportunity (03:57)
What you can expect from my guests on this new series (09:12)
Why I’ve made it my mission to acknowledge those who don’t feel seen in the world of movement (11:41)

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