In this episode we’re joined by ex-special forces operative Joe Bates who’s also the founder of coaching brand Halen. We talk about Joe’s journey which took him from the armed forces, to trading in The City, to founding Halen. In this refreshingly honest conversation we cover topics as diverse as why men need “guy time”, the stress epidemic, the power of breath work and cold water immersion along with the pros and cons of the digital world in the wellbeing space. Joe is truly inspirational, as is the work Halen is doing and we hope you enjoy this podcast as much we enjoyed recording it! Pleas ..read more

Procrastination - we all do it. But what happens when it’s stopping us from moving forward with goals that are really important to us? We can get really stuck in a rut with this, believing that we’ll never move ahead, which makes us procrastinate more! In this episode we discuss why we procrastinate, what kinds of people suffer from it the most and what are the main physcological drivers for this behaviour. Finally - as always, we share 10 tips that will help you overcome procrastination so you can finally stop holding yourself back and live the life you deserve.  Please remember, if you ..read more

This week’s episode is for anyone interested in finding out a little more about managing their relationship with alcohol. According to research, misuse is the biggest risk factor for death, ill-health and disability among 15-49 year-olds in the UK. In this episode we’re speaking to the wonderful Dave Wilson, who  is a certified grey area drinking coach, public speaker and no 1 best selling author with his book ‘One For The Road’.  He’s also known as Sober Dave on Instagram with 118k followers, is an ambassador for Alcohol Change UK, and dedicates his time to raising awareness of the ..read more

If you’re experiencing anxiety at midlife, you’re most definitely not alone. There’s so many factors causing anxiety at midlife - hormones, relationship breakdowns, careers, children, ageing parents, finances - you name it. But in this episode, we not only want to help you feel more compassionate with yourself, but give you actionable lifestyle strategies to help manage your anxiety - physically, mentally and emotionally.  This episode is jam packed with science backed, holistic information that we hope helps you feel more seen and understood as you navigate anxiety at midlife. Please rem ..read more

There can be a lot of change to our career at midlife. It might be that we have change imposed on us through redundancy, or perhaps we want to shift direction. Maybe we want a slower pace of life, but don’t know how or what that looks like, so we continue to feel overwhelmed and compromise. In this episode I James, go solo, as I talk to executive search consultant Sally Dunwoody about how to manage your career to future proof for this situation, practical steps you can take if you find yourself in this situation already, and we explore alternative avenues such as non-executive roles. I found t ..read more

I’m so confused and overwhelmed! What’s the best exercise to do at midlife? We hear this all the time and in this episode we’re giving you the no nonsense, science backed lowdown on how to get the results you seek! There’s so much misinformation out there from so called experts, so first off we’ll break down the myths that keep holding you back, and then dive into the best strategies for the midlife body and how to apply it to your busy life. This episode is jam packed with nuggets of information that will hep you achieve your fitness, health and wellness goals. Please remember, if you find th ..read more

Poor sleep troubles many of us, yet an often overlooked part of the puzzle is our sleep posture. In this episode we talk to Sleep Posture Expert James Leinhardt about the importance of night time postural care and the impact on our overall health. James has spent 10+ years helping the critically injured, the chronically ill, and the in-firm and has learnt a key fact. Whether it comes to complex neurological patients, elite athletes, home office workers, and everyone in the middle, the impact of sleep quality, and specifically what we sleep on, can’t be underestimated. We learnt some fascnating ..read more

On today’s episode we’re talking about going fast vs going slow. Specifically, the benefits of taking our time to reach our goals. Quick fixes are addictive but none of us will become the best version of ourselves if we rush the process.  It takes time to transform our habits, behaviours and self identity to the point where we can sustain the results we seek with ease. We hope you find this episode insightful. Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show ..read more

In this week's episode of The Midlife Mentors podcast we look at 5 habits that can stop you living your best midlife.  As we traverse this transformative phase of life, it's crucial to identify and address habits that may be holding us back from reaching our full potential. Often patterns we’ve formed in the past can keep us trapped from the growth we crave - from unhealthy coping mechanisms to self-limiting beliefs, these habits can subtly undermine our well-being and hinder our ability to thrive. In this episode, we'll shine a light on these common pitfalls, offering insights, strategie ..read more

In this episode we speak to the truly inspiring Todd Crandell.  Todd spent 13-years in the trenches of drug addiction and alcoholism destroying his mind, body and relationships using heroin, cocaine, alcohol and in his words - every prescription drug he could get his hands on. He was homeless and suicidal. But, after his third arrest, he had a moment of clarity and quit his addictions - going cold turkey.  From that point on Crandell took back control of his life. Since sobriety, he's raced over 100 IRONMAN and Ultraman events in 15 countries and six continents. He’s also set up an ..read more