The latest episode of The Exercise Engineer podcast features a Q&A session where the host answers various questions from listeners and clients. The episode begins with a reflection on personal growth over the past year, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement. Lou delves into topics such as preventing burnout, the benefits of commitment, and tips for beginner runners. Practical advice is shared on topics like pacing, building endurance, and proper nutrition for fitness goals. Listeners are encouraged to set goals, push past mental barriers, and focus on sustainable progress. The episode wraps up with a call to action for listeners to share the podcast with others and stay tuned for future episodes.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Q&A sessions are beneficial for reflecting on personal growth and achievements over time.

• Commitment to long-term goals is essential for success and sustainability in any endeavour.

• Proper rest, nutrition, and recovery are crucial for preventing burnout and achieving fitness goals.

• Building pace as a beginner runner involves starting slower, practising different paces, and ignoring the brain's urge to stop.

• Consistent practice and pushing past mental barriers are key to building resilience and improving performance in running.

BEST MOMENTS

"I just think this one is, it's an interesting one to ask yourself on a, I think a regular basis this should be asked, but" 

"I'm proud that I can personally help people and change people's lives for the better." 

"Yes, you can eat over your calorie goal every day and still lose fat." 

"So really important that we know these different paces but as a beginner runner you don't need to know this." 

"I say a lot of the time, like when your body tells you, when your brain is telling you to stop, you're only at 40%." 

VALUABLE RESOURCES

https://linktr.ee/theexerciseengineer
lou@theexerciseengineer.com

HOST BIO

Lou's personal journey with body confidence and food struggles began at the age of 15, where overeating and guilt around food consumed her. But everything changed during the lockdown in March 2020. Determined to regain control, Lou immersed herself in research, found joy in working out in her garden, and started tracking her nutrition and steps. Surprisingly, she lost a stone in less than three months and discovered a newfound love for fitness.

Fueling her passion, Lou pursued personal training qualifications and launched her Instagram page in September 2020. After months of building a solid foundation, branding, and gaining relevant expertise, she started helping others achieve what once felt impossible—losing fat, feeling empowered, and loving the journey without restrictions. With numerous success stories, digital products, and a thriving membership program called Train with Lou, Lou now coaches, teaches, and learns about food, exercise, and mindset.