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JJH Fitness
Fitness as a gay man can feel… a lot The comparison. The pressure. The feeling like you need to look a certain way just to fit in. This podcast is here to cut through that! I talk about training, nutrition, confidence, and consistency, but in a way that actually works in real life! No extremes. No egos. Just a smarter, more sustainable way to build the body you’ve always wanted and feel good doing it!
Episodes
JJH FitnessEp 54. You Know What You Want, So Why Aren't You Doing It?
You know what you want. You’ve told yourself you’re going to do it. So why does it keep getting pushed to tomorrow? In this episode, we’re talking about the…
JJH FitnessEp 53. Riding solo?
There’s more fitness information available than ever before, workouts, nutrition advice, training plans, tutorials, so why can it still feel so difficult to…
JJH FitnessEp 52. Your Routine Isn’t Working
In this episode, we’re talking about why you keep feeling like you’ve 'fallen off', from trying to change everything at once and relying on motivation, to the…
JJH FitnessEp 51. Why You Shouldn’t Bulk This Winter
Summer’s over, which apparently means it’s officially BULKING SEASON😂 But if your goal is to build muscle this winter, eating everything in sight probably…
JJH FitnessEp 50. The Confidence Trap in Fitness
The gym can absolutely make you more confident… but can it also give you a whole new set of insecurities? 👀 In this episode, we’re chatting about moving…
JJH FitnessEp 49. Do You Actually Need to Track Everything?
Tracking your calories, macros, workouts, weight, steps… do we really need to track everything? 😂 In this episode, we’re chatting about what’s actually worth…
JJH FitnessEp 48. Work Smarter, Not Harder
I walked all the way to the gym… and then turned around and went home😂 Sometimes making progress isn’t about constantly doing more or pushing harder In this…
JJH FitnessEp 47. September Is the New January
It’s September, which apparently means we all need a new workout plan, diet and approximately 47 new habits😂 But maybe you don’t need to learn anything new… In…
JJH FitnessEp 46. Maybe You DO Need a September Reset…
Summer has been summer… holidays, weekends away, drinks, weddings, festivals, and probably a little less routine than usual! So maybe you DO need a September…
JJH FitnessEp 45. Are You Actually Training Hard Enough?
Ever finished a workout and wondered… ‘Was that actually enough?’ In today’s episode, we’re talking about the difference between training harder and training…
JJH FitnessEp 44. 9 Fitness ‘Rules’ You Can Stop Believing
More cardio means more fat loss. Being sore means you had a good workout. Rest days are lazy. You need to eat ‘clean’ to see results... We’ve all picked up…
JJH FitnessEp 43. Stop Trying To Become A Morning Person
I wish I was a morning person like you... It's something people say to me all the time. The funny thing is... I'm really not. I don't wake up excited to hear…
JJH FitnessEp 42. The £500 Mistake Most Gay Men Make
If you had £500 to kickstart your fitness journey... what would you spend it on? An apple watch? The latest supplements? A new gym wardrobe? Here's the…
JJH FitnessEp 41. The Reason You're Hungry Every Night
‘I’m fine all day... but every evening I end up in the kitchen’ If that sounds familiar, you're definitely not alone It's one of the most common things people…
JJH FitnessEp 40. ASK JOEY | You Asked... I Answered
This week, I'm answering the questions you actually wanted answered! From building muscle and losing fat, to motivation, Hyrox, supplements, plateaus, and the…
JJH FitnessEp 39. From Skinny To Muscle
Ten years ago, I genuinely believed that if I could just change my body, everything else would fall into place I'd be more confident I'd stop comparing myself…
JJH FitnessEp 38. Why Copying Someone Else's Workout Probably Isn't Helping You
Every week, social media tells us there's a new ‘perfect’ workout split. Push Pull Legs Upper Lower Full Body But what if the problem isn't the programme…
JJH FitnessEp 37. Why I'm Taking A Break From Hyrox
Over the last few years, I've loved doing Hyrox races! I've raced, trained, coached and genuinely enjoyed the challenge BUT recently I've had to ask myself a…
JJH FitnessEp 36. The Things You're Missing Because You're Scared To Look Silly w/ Julia Kobryn
This week, I'm joined by fellow coach Julia Kobryn for a chat about something that affects all of us more than we'd like to admit… embarrassment From avoiding…
JJH FitnessEp 35. Managing Macros Without Losing Your Mind
Macros can feel overwhelming One minute you're trying to hit your protein target, the next you're staring at MyFitnessPal wondering how you've somehow managed…
JJH FitnessEp 34. Getting Summer Ready (Without Making Yourself Miserable)
Summer is around the corner, which means social media is full of ‘summer shred’ advice, crash diets and people telling you to spend every waking hour in the…
JJH FitnessEp 33. Why Representation Still Matters🏳️🌈
As Pride Month rolls around, I've been reflecting on something that's shaped a lot of my own journey… Representation! Not in the corporate rainbow logo sense…
JJH FitnessEp 32. Burnout Isn’t a Badge of Honour
For a long time, I genuinely thought constantly being busy meant I was ambitious Work more Train harder Always be productive And if I slowed down. I felt…
JJH FitnessEp 31. How To Survive Peak Time Gym
Walking into a packed gym can feel like a lot! Every machine’s taken, people are everywhere, and suddenly the session you felt confident about feels stressful…
JJH FitnessEp 30. Why Lifting Heavier Isn’t Always Better
When most people hear ‘progressive overload’, they think one thing… Lift heavier. But that’s only a small part of the picture In this episode, I break down…
JJH FitnessEp 29. Why You Keep Getting Cravings (And What They’re Actually Telling You)
Feel like you’ve got no willpower when it comes to food? Constantly craving something sweet at night… even when you’ve been ‘good’ during the day? In this…
JJH FitnessEp 28. April Didn’t Go To Plan… So Here’s What To Do In May
April didn’t go to plan? You’re not alone! In this episode, I break down why you keep starting strong and falling off, and exactly what to do differently in…
JJH FitnessEp 27. You’re Not Stuck Because You’re Inconsistent
Feel like you’re doing everything right… but still not seeing results? In this episode, I talk about why consistency on its own isn’t always enough, and how…
JJH FitnessEp 26. Comparison Doesn’t Have to Be Toxic
Ever walked into the gym and instantly started comparing yourself to everyone around you? Who’s bigger. Leaner. Stronger. More confident. In this episode, I…
JJH FitnessEp 25. Why You Feel Guilty After Weekends (And Why You Shouldn’t)
Feel like you’ve ‘ruined your progress’ after the weekend? You’re not the only one! In this episode, I break down why so many people feel guilty after a few…
JJH FitnessEp 24. How to Stay Consistent When Life Gets Busy
Life get’s busy! And suddenly the routine that felt easy… starts to slip! In this episode, I break down how to stay consistent with training when life isn’t…
JJH FitnessEp 23. The 10 Minute Rule - How to Still Get Results When You Can’t Be Bothered
Not every workout is going to feel good Some days you’re tired, busy, or you just can’t be bothered! In this episode, I share the 10 minute rule, a simple…
JJH FitnessEp 22. The Thing You’re Avoiding Isn’t That Big
There’s always that one thing you keep putting off! A message A task A gym session In this episode, I talk about anxiety, overthinking, and why the things we…
JJH FitnessEp 21. How to Get Results When You Don’t Have Hours to Train w/ Julia Kobryn
Most people think you need hours in the gym every week to see real progress Long workouts Six days a week Perfect routines! But for most people, life simply…
JJH FitnessEp 20. How Long It Really Takes to See Results
How long does it actually take to see results? In this episode, I break down what typically changes over 3, 6, and 12 months of consistent training…
JJH FitnessEp 19. Why Social Media Warps Our Expectations of Fitness
Social media shows the highlight, not the whole picture. In this episode, I talk about the realities behind fitness content online, sub-60 HYROX times, sub-4…
JJH FitnessEp 18. Why Not Starting Costs You More Than Failing
We spend so much time worrying about getting things wrong, but rarely talk about the cost of not starting at all. In this short episode, I talk about inaction…
JJH FitnessEp 17. Gay Guy’s Guide to What You Should Actually Wear to the Gym
I love clothes. Always have. But when it comes to the gym, what actually matters, and what’s just for aesthetic? In this episode, I break down what you should…
JJH FitnessEp 16. Training Through Injury
In this episode, I talk honestly about training through injury, including navigating my own long-standing torn hamstring that’s recently been playing up again!…
JJH FitnessEp 15. When January Motivation Fades (How to Keep Momentum)
January gives a kickstart… but what happens when motivation fades? In this short episode, I talk about why motivation was never meant to last, why February is…
JJH FitnessEp 14. New Gym Nerves (How to Feel Confident Fast)
Trying a new gym sounds simple… but it can bring up SO much anxiety! In this episode, I talk about what it feels like walking into a new gym after being…
JJH FitnessEp 13. How to Get on JLO’s Level (Tackling Your Inner Critic)
Why is it so hard to take a compliment without deflecting, joking, or talking ourselves down? In this episode, I talk about negative self-talk, why so many of…
JJH FitnessEp 12. Tackling January & My Secret Tool To Beat Failure
It's 2026 and what better topic to cover than tackling January! The pressure to feel motivated, disciplined, and “back on it” doesn’t always match the reality…
JJH FitnessEp 11. Strength Training Mistakes vol 3 w/ Julia Kobryn
Welcome back to Strength Training Mistakes, Volume 3! This episode went OFF in the best way possible. We planned to talk strength training errors… but ended up…
JJH FitnessEp 10. Strength Training Mistakes Killing Your Progress w/ Julia Kobryn
I got asked to be on Julia Kobryn's 'Power Up' podcast and wanted to share the full video or our chat with you all! Full discussion on why people aren't seeing…
JJH FitnessEp 9. Deadlifting Daily / Lily Hagans
It’s not often you get to sit down and chat to a powerlifting pro! Well it isn’t for me anyway! In this podcast I get to chat to the incredible Lily Hagans…
JJH FitnessEp 8. From 5k to Ultra w/ Marina Hardiman
From virtual marathons, what trainers to run in, to dissecting run club culture. I got to quiz the amazing Marina Hardiman, ultra runner and future Super Half…
JJH FitnessEp 7. Confidence Masterclass w/ Julia Kobryn
Gym-timidation is REAL. Not just for beginners but for professionals too. This episode I’m joined by coach Julia Kobryn, one of the most confident women I…
JJH FitnessEp 6. It’s Not That Deep
If you’ve ever said “I’ve lost motivation…”, this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m breaking down why relying on motivation is keeping you stuck, what…
JJH FitnessEp 5. Beginner? Brilliant.
Starting the gym can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, I’m answering your biggest questions about getting started with fitness. From…
JJH FitnessEp 4. Maximising Glute Growth
This episode dives into glutes, what they are, how to train them and how to maximise your efforts! DM me the word POD on insta if you've been struggling with…
JJH FitnessEp 3. Do It Scared
This episode is a snapshot of how to use fear to propel yourself into positive situations. Apply for 1-1 coaching here
JJH FitnessEp 2. Manifesting My Day
This episode covers my thoughts on manifesting, positive reinforcement and how I use it day to day on myself and with my clients. Apply for 1-1 coaching here
JJH FitnessEp 1. Meal Plans & Progress Pics
This episode covers my thoughts on meal plans, weighing yourself and how to reframe the way you approach the weekend Apply for 1-1 coaching here