Exercise Me, Influence Me

Exercise Me, Influence Me

Published on Mar 14
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The Sports Desk
<p>Note: This episode contains issues surrounding mental health. If you, or someone you know, have been affected by any issues raised in this podcast, support and information is available at BBC Action Line.</p><p>Even the most active of us know how tough it can be to even slide a toe out of bed on a cold morning, never mind put our kit on to go for a run or get to the gym. Perhaps it can be a little intimidating too? If you’re running alone you want to feel safe and comfortable. If you’re working out in the gym, you might not want to be in a weights section dominated by men. Perhaps you’re menopausal or coming back from pregnancy and don’t want to be surrounded by lots of other people while you sweat away. </p><p>Of course this isn’t the case for everyone, but it’s just some of the reasons why women might falter when trying to create healthy habits in an active lifestyle. </p><p>Plus with so many online platforms and influencers to turn to in the world of health and fitness, how do y...