Podcast
The WAI WAY Podcast | A Diary of Another CEO
Hosted by Rochana Jackson · EN
Real and inclusive conversations about women's experiences of "health & fitness". Join Coach Rochana (she/her/hers), founder of online fitness & lifestyle coaching business WAI WAY, who busts health & fitness myths, shares personal stories and unpacks topics that impact us all. Drawing upon her 10+ years' experience consulting media & big tech companies on how to increase organisational diversity, equity & inclusion, Rochana's mission is to share and amplify more diverse stories & bodies that the health, fitness & wellbeing industry doesn't represent.
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27. Under the Covers: Sleep's Hidden Powers to Help You Achieve Your Goals Faster
May 3, 202400:22:17Tap to summarizeIn this episode, join me as we dive deep into the mysterious world of sleep and uncover what the actual benefits are. Discover why a good night's rest is much more than just shutting your eyes as we explore the different stages of sleep and reveal how they each play a different but crucial role in our health, mood and well-being. Learn about the unique challenges women especially face in achieving quality sleep; from our hormonal fluctuations, to stress management, to how all historical information & advice we've been given might not even be applicable to us... Whether you're struggling with insomnia or simply curious about ways to potentially enhance your nightly routine, I'll give you some science-backed strategies and practical #WaiWays designed specifically for women looking to improve their sleep hygiene and achieve health & fitness goals faster. If you'd like to continue the conversation, or learn more about my 1-1 online fitness & lifestyle coaching, drop me a DM (and follow!) on Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay - I share tons of info & tips on how how to improve your body confidence & work/health balance. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on whatever platform you use so you never miss an episode. And for more info, head to my website: https://www.thewaiway.com/ where you can also book your FREE Work/Health Balance Audit call straight into my calendar.
Transcribe →26. Finding Balance: A Woman’s Toolbox for Anxiety and Stress Management
Apr 18, 202400:23:10Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I talk a bit about the often concealed world of "high-functioning anxiety", specifically centering the experiences of women, and explore the dual realities of living with high-functioning anxiety. Despite appearing successful and composed, many women quietly struggle with the constant churn of anxiety that undermines their mental health, while trying to juggle demanding careers, family life, and societal expectations. Uncovering the signs, symptoms, and coping mechanisms that characterise high-functioning anxiety, I share some of my own personal stories of managing anxiety, providing listeners with both inspiration and practical advice. If this episode resonates and you'd like to continue the conversation, or learn more about how to work with me, drop me a DM (and follow!) on Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay - I share tons of info & tips on how how to improve your body confidence & work/health balance. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on whatever platform you use so you never miss an episode. And for more info, head to my website: https://www.thewaiway.com/ where you can also book a FREE Work/Health Balance Audit call with me.
Transcribe →25. Hustle Culture's Hidden Victims: A Deep Dive into Women and Toxic Productivity
Apr 4, 202400:16:35Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I delve into the complex world of "toxic productivity", particularly as it manifests among women. The pursuit of constant productivity has become a pervasive force in our lives, often masquerading as a path to success and fulfilment. Yet, for many women, this relentless drive can lead to burnout, mental health struggles, and a pervasive sense of never being enough... "the Perfection Paradox" Through discussions on the impacts of the glamorisation of the hustle culture, and the silent struggles many women face, I invite listeners to question and challenge the norms that bind us. Whether you're struggling with your own productivity expectations or seeking to understand this cultural phenomenon, this episode provides a space for reflection, learning, and empowerment, offering insights into redefining success on healthier terms. For even more practical tips on how to start recovering from, or mitigate, burnout, be sure to also check out episodes 8, 14, 17, 19 and 23 if you haven't already! Drop me a DM (and follow!) on Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay as I share tons of info & tips on how how to improve your work/health balance and achieve a physique of your dreams. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on whatever platform you use so you never miss an episode. For more info, head to my website: https://www.thewaiway.com/
Transcribe →24: *SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT* and how my online fitness & lifestyle coaching actually gets women results
Mar 1, 202400:14:59Tap to summarizeSo many people I've spoken to thought that online fitness coaching was personal training sessions via Zoom, which is not the case & speaks nothing to the true benefits of what's involved with online coaching! The reason why my online fitness & lifestyle coaching is so effective at getting my clients results is all to do with the tailor-made and 360 approach to creating your program. In this episode, I give some insights into how my online coaching works, what's actually involved and why it's the last 'program' you'll ever need in order to look, feel and live the way you want. *SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT* My upcoming "5 Day Fast Track to Burnout Recovery" challenge will be launching later this month, to celebrate Wai Way's 1st Birthday!! And also to mark International Women's Day this month. Listen until the end for more info on how to get involved! (TW// mention of pregnancy & birth) Drop me a DM (and follow!) on Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on whatever platform you use so you never miss an episode. For more info, head to my website: https://www.thewaiway.com/
Transcribe →23. Hypertension Uncovered: What Every Woman Needs to Know
Feb 22, 202400:15:50Tap to summarizeDo you, or anyone you know, have high blood pressure? Or ever been told that you might be 'at risk'? It is estimated that, globally, 1.28 billion adults aged between 30–79 years have hypertension (high blood pressure) and, because of historic & continued health inequalities, it is Black women who have the highest rates of hypertension compared with women from all other racial and ethnic groups. Many will be unaware and/or undiagnosed, yet high blood pressure can cause some serious health issues... As a mixed-race Afro-Caribbean woman myself, and with many of my amazing clients identifying as Black or mixed with Black, getting to grips with high blood pressure is super important to me. In this episode, I talk a bit about what hypertension is and how to reduce your risks / lower your blood pressure, taking into account the many already stressful and high pressure situations women have to contend with. As always, I'm here to advocate for women's health & wellbeing! If you want to continue the conversation or have any questions, I'd love to hear from you. Drop me a DM (and follow!) on Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on whatever platform you use so you never miss an episode, and I'd love for you to share this with anyone you think would find it helpful. If you'd like to find out more about my online fitness & lifestyle coaching to help you finally feel more in control and on top of your work/health balance and achieve the physique of your dreams in a sustainable way, more info / contact me via: Website: https://www.thewaiway.com/ Email: rochana@theWaiWay.com
Transcribe →22. Alcohol - how to create your balance, navigate peer pressure & understand the effects on the body
Feb 15, 202400:23:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I cover one of the most frequently asked questions I get: can I still drink alcohol and achieve my fitness / physique goals? The answer is YES! I'll cover how I coach my clients on navigating work & social situations involving alcohol in a way that still honours health & fitness goals. But what if you don't drink? Or want to cut down? How to handle 'drinking culture' peer pressure? I share some perspectives & #WaiWays to manage any awkward situations when you exercise your right to say no. If you want to continue the conversation or have any questions, I'd love to hear from you. Drop me a DM (and follow!) on - Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on whatever platform you use so you never miss an episode, and I'd love for you to share this with anyone you think would find it helpful. If you'd like to find out more about Wai Way online fitness & lifestyle coaching to help you achieve your physique goals and learn how to improve your work/life balance, more info / contact me via: Website: https://www.thewaiway.com/ Email: rochana@theWaiWay.com
Transcribe →21. Unpopular Opinion - are eggs really worth all the protein hype?
Jan 25, 202400:13:20Tap to summarizeI feel like there is a LOT of hype in the health & fitness industry around eggs, especially since man like Eddie Abbew has been telling people they're foolish if they're not getting involved... But are they worth all the hype? Like, really? Especially if you're a woman... So, in today's episode, I thought I'd unpack the humble egg, centring the experience & nuances of women. For any vegans, feel free to sip on your pea protein-shake and laugh at the rest of us even having this discussion. For any questions or if you've got something to say about eggs, I'd love to hear from you. Drop me a DM (and follow!) on - Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay And, if you'd like to find out more about how to join Wai Way to receive personalised online fitness & lifestyle coaching to help you achieve your physique goals and learn how to improve your work/life balance, more info / contact me via: Website: https://www.thewaiway.com/ Email: rochana@theWaiWay.com Eggsellent... I look forward to hearing from you! x
Transcribe →20. I don't HAVE to subscribe to a Mediterranean diet to achieve my goals?! Busting 10 myths / misconceptions about women’s health goals & fitness journeys
Jan 18, 202400:28:54Tap to summarizeThere is so much information out there about what we're 'meant' to be doing or not doing when it comes to our health, fitness & wellbeing-related goals... it can be a minefield, not knowing what or who to trust! And it doesn't help that the majority of info and advice is based on cisgender male bodies... So, in today's episode, I thought I'd bust some myths & misconceptions, centering the experience & nuances of women & women of colour: Myth #1: You need a gym membership to be fit Myth #2: Exercise alone is enough for a 'healthy' lifestyle Myth #3: Cardio is the only way to lose weight Myth #4: Lifting weights will make you bulky Myth #5: You need to drastically cut your calories to lose weight Myth #6: Spot reduction of body fat is possible Myth #7: If you're not sore, you didn't work out hard enough Myth #8: "No Pain, No Gain" Myth #9: Mediterranean diets are THE most "healthy" Myth #10: You shouldn't exercise during pregnancy Were these myths ones you’ve heard before? What other things have you heard or read and would like cleared up? Drop me a DM and follow me, Coach Roch, for more real talk + info & tips on - Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay If you'd like to find out more about how to join Wai Way to receive personalised online fitness & lifestyle coaching, head to: Website: https://www.thewaiway.com/ Email: rochana@theWaiWay.com I look forward to hearing from you! x
Transcribe →18: New Year, New Opportunities! How to break free from limiting beliefs that might be holding you back
Jan 11, 202400:21:28Tap to summarizeHappy New Year everyone! 2024 - manifesting this as a year of health, joy, balance & prosperity in abundance for all! In this episode, I dive into the world of "cognitive distortions", which, put more simply, are ways in which our mind convinces us of something that isn't really true, and how these inaccurate thoughts can reinforce negative thinking / emotions, and end up manifesting themselves as limiting beliefs. I'll touch on some of the most commonly experienced cognitive distortions: "All or Nothing" Fortune-Telling Catastrophising Personalisation / De-Personalisation So, which one(s) resonate with you the most? Remember - there's no shame in acknowledging! That's the first step to being able to get a handle on it, and experience improved mental wellbieng :) If you'd like to continue the conversation, and/or join Wai Way to receive personalised 1-1 online fitness & lifestyle coaching, you can find & follow me, Coach Roch on - Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay Website: https://www.thewaiway.com/ Email: rochana@theWaiWay.com I look forward to hearing from you! x
Transcribe →19. Prevent / Recover from burnout - The 3M Framework
Jan 11, 202400:20:35Tap to summarizeIn today's episode, I talk about the "3M Framework" to prevent, or start recovering from, burnout. **DISCLAIMER** I have not concepted this framework, but I'm always a fan of tools that enable ACTION and this framework seems to be a helpful 3-level guide that can be practically applied to help manage physical & mental wellbeing. If you know anyone who needs some stress relief, be sure to share this episode and spread the love! If you'd like to continue the conversation, and/or join Wai Way to receive personalised 1-1 online fitness & lifestyle coaching, you can find & follow me, Coach Roch on - Instagram: @RochanaJackson // @theWaiWay Website: https://www.thewaiway.com/ Email: rochana@theWaiWay.com I look forward to hearing from you! x
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