Episode 53

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Published on:

17th Aug 2025

We were born to move

Welcome to this week's episode with Health and Fitness coach July Styles

With extensive experience coaching individuals, groups, and mentoring early-career personal trainers, July is dedicated to supporting clients in building sustainable, long-term relationships with fitness. Her approach is personalised and effective, focusing on creating tailored training sessions that align with each person's goals and lifestyle. Grounded in evidence and backed by science, July's coaching style is compassionate, collaborative and creative ensuring clients feel supported every step of the way. She holds a Level 4 qualification in Strength and Conditioning, a Women’s Coaching Specialist Certification (GGS 2024), a Certificate in Nutrition specialising in Optimum Nutrition for Health and Performance, and a Level 3 in Personal Training and Gym Instructing. Her mission: to empower clients to achieve their fitness goals through thoughtful, measured, and science-based coaching.

Key discussion points:

  • How a creative background in a creative Arts background shapes July;s approach to health and fitness coaching
  • The limiting myths and definitions of fitness and how we can all challenge appearance-focused ideals
  • Why mindset shifts are just as important as physical training and what it takes to create sustainable, values-aligned habits
  • Why adults need to play too and how it's key to unlocking creativity, motivation and joy!

Thank you for listening!

Stay wild x

Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan

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Lucy Colgan

Lucy's career spanning two decades has seen her excel as a versatile freelance artist, project manager, and director within the dynamic world of the creative industry. Armed with a PGCE in Drama and Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, she effortlessly imparts her boundless energy and expertise to budding talents. Lucy crafts bespoke training sessions for educators and non-specialists working across various educational sectors and community platforms. Currently holding the position of Head of Dance and Drama at a leading independent school in Derbyshire, Lucy continues to inspire and empower the next generation of artistic trailblazers.