Your Lifting Bestie

Your Lifting Bestie

Welcome to Your Lifting Bestie The podcast where we cut through the BS and talk all things gym, lifting and actually changing your physique. ..without sacrificing your life or your sense of humour. Whether you want stronger glutes, more definition or just want to look like you go to the gym, this is where we caht about the workouts, nutrition and mindset that make it happen - and we'll have some banter along the way too! I help women build a body they feel proud of, without turning their life upside down

Episodes

June 22, 2026 61 mins

In this ep I debrief my photoshoot and all the emotions of the aftermath!

And I go into all the details of my maintenance phase and what this looks like and how I am planning on managing this!

I also chat about maintenance for you, what to focus on, the psychology of eating more, relearning beliefs around food, why maintenance is so hard for women!

Enjoy!

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This weeks ep is all about change and why you're not a complete freak for finding it hard!

I share with you my experience with change and how I reframe it to help me move forward with my goals

At the end of the day if you're not happy where you are then you'll need to try something new. Nothing changes if nothing changes!

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In this episode I am talking you through what you need to do if you're not seeing fat loss progress anymore!

I'm going to help you figure out:

  • Whether you've actually stalled

  • Why fat loss slows down

  • The sneaky self-sabotagey bits that can happen without you realising

  • And exactly what to change (and when) IF you need to

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In this weeks ep we go into mindset and why 2 words might be holding you back from reaching your goals!

Find me on insta to chat to or tag @heather.moffat.fitness⁠⁠

Here’s where you can find me and get involved:1:1 Coaching: Ready to stop feeling average and like life is passing you by? ⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠

Built By Her: Your step-by-step guide to getting strong, toned and confident in the gym ⁠⁠Click here ⁠⁠

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A big ole Q&A and natter

It gets deep and juicy as I give my opinion on society's perception on dieting and why so many people are quick to comment on how "skinny" you look! I answer other Q's too and give you my prep update 😂

Buckle in and if you're interested in coaching then details are below 👇

Here’s where you can find me and get involved:1:1 Coaching: Ready to stop feeling average and like life is passing you by? <...

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This episode is all about training and if building muscle is your goal exactly what you need to do to get results!

This is for you if you're busting your A$$ in the gym but not seeing any physical change 👀

If you loved it (or even just had a few aha moments), make sure to hit follow so you never miss an episodeIf you’re listening right now, screenshot this episode, share it on your stories and tag me ⁠⁠@heather.moffat.fit...

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This weeks ep is all about routine and how important it is to results.

"🎤 drop" It will make or break your results!

So if you like flexibility and believe routine will be boring BUT you're stuck on a hamster wheel of never really getting anywhere let me change your mind... .

Thanks so much for tuning into today’s episode! If you loved it (or even just had a few aha moments), make sure to hit follow so you never miss an episod...

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I'm baaaaack! After a brief hiatus cause of the easter holidays, shifts and busy maw life!

Sharing with you as requested my thoughts and experience with Body Image and some of the things I have done to improve my body image over the years!

Thanks so much for tuning into today’s episode! If you loved it (or even just had a few aha moments), make sure to hit follow so you never miss an episodeIf you’re listening right now...

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If you’ve ever felt silly or unsure in the gym, this episode is your reminder that you’re absolutely not the only one.

I’m answering the common gym questions so many women think but don’t ask, from what weight to use, to whether you’re working hard enough, to how long to rest between sets.

We chat about why progress comes from consistency, structure and progressive overload, not changing workouts every w...

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March 23, 2026 31 mins

In this episode I am sharing the simple mindset shift that’s helped me stay consistent (even when motivation is nowhere to be found) and talking about why your feelings don’t have to control your actions.

-Why “this too shall pass” can stop the all-or-nothing cycle and keep you consistent-The real reason you’re not inconsistent, (you’re just reacting to how you feel)-Simple tools to pause, reset, ...

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  • In this episode, I’m talking about how to tell if you’re actually pushing hard enough in the gym to build muscle and see results.

    I’m sharing the simple signs I look for, like following a structured plan, tracking your lifts, and making sure those last reps feel properly challenging.

    Wee Pro tip:

    Start logging your weights and reps each session, it’s one of the easiest ways to see if you’re really progres...

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    Thanks so much for tuning into today’s episode! If you loved it (or even just had a few aha moments), make sure to hit follow so you never miss an episodeIf you’re listening right now, screenshot this episode, share it on your stories and tag me⁠ ⁠⁠@heather.moffat.fitness⁠⁠⁠ I love seeing who’s tuning in and I always share them back ❤️

    Want to go a step further and start coaching with me?

    Here’s where you can ...

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    Fat loss feels harder than expected because it has a real “cost” and dragging it out makes it feel even worse.

    • Expect lower energy, more food noise, scale fluctuations + less spontaneity (that’s normal in a deficit).

    • Small, consistent deficit + high protein + steps + structured lifting beats “weekend undoing/eyeballing/chopping & changing.”

    • Sustainable loss is slow (roughly 0.25–0.75% bodywe...

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    February 23, 2026 59 mins

    This week I’m chatting through your real-life nutrition struggles: from scale spirals to weekend balance and those “I need something sweet” habits.

    A Wee Pro Tip that came up in todays' Q+A:

    Treat your data (calories, steps, scale) like your bank account. No drama, just information. Stay consistent, remove emotion, and make small, rational tweaks.

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    February 16, 2026 29 mins

    This week I’m talking about why real progress comes from doing the hard things, especially when you don’t feel like it.

    • Fat loss and muscle building are meant to feel uncomfortable at times.

    • Easy choices now often lead to staying stuck later.

    • You can’t be frustrated by results if you’re avoiding the work.

    • Reframing “I have to” into “I get to” changes everything.

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    In this episode, I’m breaking down what “training hard enough” actually means if you want to build muscle, get stronger, and see real change.

    Quick takeaways:

    • “Toned” = building muscle + losing body fat (dieting alone won’t do it).

    • Muscle growth needs: good form + enough load + training close to failure + recovery.

    • Use reps in reserve: beginners can leave 3–4 reps, experienced lifters aim f...

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    In this episode, I talk about how your perception can completely change your experience and your results.

    I share how starting my photoshoot prep made me reflect on mindset, and why two people can follow the same plan but have totally different outcomes. It’s not willpower or discipline, it’s the story you’re telling yourself.

    We cover how language, past experiences, and limiting beliefs shape how food, training, an...

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    A little life catch up! I'm telling you about my upcoming photoshoot prep and how consistency — not extremes — got me into the best shape of my life at almost 40.

    I'll go into:

    • Why systems > motivation (and maintenance is the real goal)

    • How simple routines reduce decision fatigue and create consistency

    • Why progress comes from repeatable habits, not extremes

    The wee takeaway here:
    You don’t need more wi...

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    This week's episode is all about self compassion

    Resources that I talk about on the pod

    Kristen Neff Website Click here

    James Clear's Atomic Habits

    If you wanna reach out drop me a message on Insta

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    This week I'm sharing the cringe fitness mistakes I've made over 18+ years so you don't have to make them too!

    I'm getting into:

    Fad diets, cardio obsessions, no -rest days, using the gym as a calorie burner, ignoring my mental health and ego/comparison traps!

    It's a juicy ep!

    Here’s where you can find me and get involved

    1:1 Coaching: Ready to stop feeling average and like life is passing you by?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Built By Her: Y...

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