7 Inspirational Health & Wellness Podcasts for Women

We understand. It’s February and it’s cold outside. You want to snuggle up by the fire with your hot chocolate and fluffy slippers. However, you don’t want to ditch your healthy mindset. Well we’ve got you covered with 7 top emotional and physical health and wellness podcasts to keep you inspired and motivated. 

Health & Wellness Podcasts 

Happier With Gretchen Rubin 

Gretchen is the bestselling author of ‘The Happiness Project’ and ‘Better Than Before’. Her podcast offers you practical and manageable advice delivered to you in a lively and thought provoking way to help you craft out happiness and good habits in your life. 

You can check out Happier With Gretchen Rubin here. 

Runner’s World Podcast

Yes, you’ve guessed it, it’s all about running. So if you’re into your running then this one’s for you. 

The podcast shares interviews, the latest running news, advice, and discussions around running, and includes topics such as ‘how to be a greener runner’. It also features the lovely Bella Mackie as she shares her inspirational story of how running helped her manage her anxiety. 

You can find Runner’s World Podcast here. 

Fit & Fearless 

Fit & Fearless is hosted by Tally, Zanna, and Vic, aka #GirlGains crew. They talk about all things fitness related and about body confidence. 

Their podcasts have included the subjects…

• What is health?
• Truth about sugar
• Healthy eating for the planet
• Fitness mistakes
• Healthy hormones
• Power of running 

You can check out Fit & Fearless here. 

Project Body Love 

Project Body Love is a Women’s Health series that tackles women’s concerns surrounding their image and addressing the barriers this causes so women are able to lead fuller lives. The podcast uses research-backed exercises to help unpick people’s struggles and experiences. This is the perfect podcast to listen to when you have a short amount of time, as each episode is around 3-5 minutes long. 

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Going For Goal 

Going For Goal is a brand new podcast that speaks directly to those who want to take a holistic approach to their health. Experts are interviewed as they offer advice on both health and fitness. Topics such as weight loss, nutrition, and emotional wellbeing are discussed. The podcast doesn’t stop there as it also gives advice on how to achieve your fitness goals, whether that’s ‘how to meal prep’, ‘setting routines’, or ‘sticking to plans’.

Find Going For Goal here.

WellFar

Love running or even looking for tips on how to get better at it?

Amy Lane is the Digital Editor at Women's Health Magazine and fitness fanatic! Not to mention a seasoned runner. In her podcast Rachel focuses on the practice of running and recovery. She shares weekly episodes covering useful tips and advice from your first run to your latest marathon, not to mention she's interviewed Paula Radcliffe while on a run! 

You can find WellFar here. 

Biceps & Banter

Laura Hoggins is the presenter of Biceps & Banter. She shares stories of men and women who have faced physical and mental challenges. If you need encouragement to overcome a challenge in your life then this could be the podcast you need. In this season, Laura tackles belief systems about health, wellness, and strength.

Some of her podcasts include titles such as…

1. The Olympic Mindset
2. The Difference Between Body Positivity and Body Confidence
3. Becoming the World’s Strongest Women 
4. Respecting Your Body
5. Knowledge is Power 

If you’d like to find out more about Biceps & Banter, check it out here. 

That’s a Wrap

Podcasts can be a great way to focus on your health and wellness needs. Whether it’s emotional or physical guidance that you’re seeking, these podcasts can be a great way to digest the right information for you. 

If you love reading about fitness then check out our blog post, ‘5 Top Fitness Books For Women’ 

Written by Rebecca Benfield