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The You4ia Health Podcast
Matt Sipala and Noah Barone
150 episodes
2 days ago
Welcome to the You4ia Health Podcast! Where Matt and Noah guide busy parents and professionals to reclaim their energy and free up time so they can do more of what they love most.
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Welcome to the You4ia Health Podcast! Where Matt and Noah guide busy parents and professionals to reclaim their energy and free up time so they can do more of what they love most.
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Nutrition
Health & Fitness
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The You4ia Health Podcast
The Hidden Cost of Always Pushing Harder
Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right. Training hard and eating clean, yet you still feel flat, tired, and stuck. We unpack why your constant push for progress might actually be holding you back, and how slowing down intentionally can reignite your energy, strength, and enjoyment in the process. We’ll break down what “doing less, and being better” really looks like across training, nutrition, and lifestyle, and why aligning your effort with recovery leads to lasting results. You’ll hear simple, real-world examples from members who’ve swapped burnout for balance, and discovered that progress doesn’t come from doing more, but from doing what matters well. Before you ask, “What more can I do?”, try asking, “What do I actually need?”   If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started.   Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook   Check out our calorie counting episode HERE
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2 days ago
14 minutes

The You4ia Health Podcast
Why Rest Days Don’t Feel Restful
You tell yourself, “I just need to make it to the weekend.” But when it finally arrives, you’re more tired than ever. The problem isn’t you. It’s that your weekends are built around catching up, not filling up. In this episode, Matt and Noah reveal why your current weekend rhythm keeps you stuck in a cycle of fatigue and frustration. You’ll learn the 3-part framework (Recharge, Reset, Reconnect) to build weekends that actually restore your energy instead of draining it. If you’ve ever collapsed on the couch Sunday night wondering why two days “off” never feels like enough, this conversation will show you how to turn your weekends into the reset your body, mind, and relationships truly need. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started.   Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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1 week ago
16 minutes

The You4ia Health Podcast
How to Finally Feel Progress Again
Ever get to the end of the day feeling like you’ve achieved nothing, even though you haven’t stopped moving since sunrise? Between work, family, and constant to-do lists, it’s easy to feel stagnant and disconnected from your goals. But what if the problem isn’t that you’re not doing enough… it’s that you’re not seeing what you are achieving? In this episode, Matt and Noah unpack how life’s chaos hides your daily progress and why recognising small wins can completely shift your mindset. They explore how these micro-moments of success build confidence, energy, and lasting momentum. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started.   Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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2 weeks ago
11 minutes

The You4ia Health Podcast
Stop Waiting for January to Start
You’re juggling work, kids, and a never-ending to-do list. As the year winds down, everything ramps up. School events, end-of-year deadlines, Christmas prep and suddenly, workouts slide down the priority list again. You tell yourself you’ll get back on track in January, but deep down you know that cycle’s getting old. In this episode, Matt and Noah unpack why the back end of the year becomes a trap for busy parents and professionals. They explore how life-stacking, mental load, and perfectionism drain your energy before you even start, and how simple tweaks, like anchoring workouts to your daily routines and adjusting your expectations, can keep you consistent through the chaos. Finishing the year strong isn’t about finding more willpower, it’s about designing your life so movement fits, even when life gets full.   If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started.   Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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3 weeks ago
16 minutes

The You4ia Health Podcast
The Calorie Counting Lie No One Talks About
Most people think calorie counting is the golden ticket to weight loss. Download the app, weigh the food, log every bite … simple, right? But for busy parents and professionals, it rarely plays out that way. Instead of feeling in control, you feel trapped, guilty, and exhausted, like food has become another full-time job. In this episode, we break down why calorie counting isn’t the answer you’ve been told it is. We’ll show you how it oversimplifies health, ignores metabolism, and sets you up for an all-or-nothing cycle that steals your confidence. Then, we reveal a better way: The You4ia Method. A simple, realistic approach that works in messy, busy real life. No apps, no spreadsheets. Just habits that last. If you’ve ever wondered why calorie counting feels impossible, this episode will open your eyes to the truth, and give you the freedom to finally do it differently.   If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started.     Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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1 month ago
20 minutes

The You4ia Health Podcast
The Lie Behind Every 8 Week Challenge
Most people have tried an 8-week challenge, drop a few kilos, train like crazy, stick to the strict meal plan. But the moment life gets busy with work, kids, or weekend events, it all unravels. You blame yourself for not having enough willpower, but the truth is the model was never built for real life. These short-term sprints force you to pause everything for 8 weeks, only to land back at square one, frustrated and exhausted. In this episode, we unpack why 8-week challenges don’t work long term and how to replace them with habits that bend with your lifestyle, not against it. From training less but more consistently, to building balanced plates and choosing family-friendly routines, you’ll see how simple shifts create lasting energy, confidence, and results. It’s not about what you can do in 8 weeks … it’s about what you’re still doing in 8 years. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started. Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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1 month ago
17 minutes

The You4ia Health Podcast
It’s Not Normal to be Tired!
You think you’re just tired because work is busy, the kids keep you on your toes, or training leaves you sore. But the truth is, your body is waving a red flag. Every late night, every skipped meal, every “I’ll just push through” leaves you running on empty. In this episode, we take you from thinking fatigue is “just part of life” to seeing it for what it is: your body stuck in survival mode. We unpack how recovery is actually where strength, energy, and patience are built and why simple shifts like 30 extra minutes of sleep, a short walk after dinner, or saying no once this week can reset your system. You’ll realise recovery isn’t optional, it’s your greatest tool to recharge, repair, and show up fully for the people and priorities that matter most. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started.   Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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1 month ago
15 minutes

The You4ia Health Podcast
Choose Your Hard, Build the Life You Want
Feeling exhausted, foggy, and snappy at home or work? That’s the cost of the “easy” choices sneaking up on you. Skipping the gym feels easier in the moment, but living in a body that’s always tired, achy, and running on caffeine is its own kind of hard. In this episode, we unpack the idea of “choosing your hard” and why the short-term discomfort of training, meal prep, or switching off Netflix early pays you back with strength, energy, and presence for the people who matter most. You’ll hear examples of what these choices look like in daily life, why they reshape your identity and resilience, and a simple action step to shift your energy this week. The truth is, you’re already choosing hard every day, this conversation will help you choose the one that builds the life you actually want. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started.   Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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2 months ago
13 minutes

The You4ia Health Podcast
Don’t Let Exhaustion Steal Their Childhood
Your kids are asking you to join adventures, but you’re too tired, sore, or out of breath to keep up. Every hike turned back, backyard game skipped, or beach swim missed is a memory lost, not just for you, but for the people you love. It’s easy to think there will always be another chance, but these opportunities don’t wait until you’re fitter or less busy. In this episode, Matt shares a powerful story from a hike in Tasmania and we explore how moving your body now gives you the energy, strength, and confidence to say “yes” to life’s best moments. From hikes and bike rides to backyard games and beach adventures, we break down simple ways to show up fully and create memories that will last a lifetime. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started.   Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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2 months ago
20 minutes 45 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Protect Your Energy Before It’s Gone
You’re not tired because you’re lazy, you’re tired because you’re last on your own list. In this episode, we speak directly to the parents, professionals, and carers who carry it all… but leave nothing for themselves. You’ve been showing up for everyone else, your kids, your job, your family, but when it’s time to move, eat well, or just pause… you disappear. We unpack why that happens, how guilt keeps you stuck, and what showing up for yourself really looks like. With practical, realistic shifts, like movement anchors, Sunday resets, and redefining what a win looks like, this episode is your permission slip to stop surviving and start feeling strong, present, and human again. Link to Sunday Reset: Spotify Apple Link to Micro-moments of Calm: Spotify Apple If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click HERE to get started: Check out our socials: InstagramFacebook
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2 months ago
19 minutes 19 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Why You’re Still Putting Yourself Last
You say you don’t have time, but even when you do, you still don’t choose you. Busy parents and professionals often give their best to everyone else, then feel guilty for wanting anything left for themselves. You wait for life to settle, for permission, for the “right” moment to begin… and it never comes. This episode flips the script. You’ll discover why time isn’t the issue, it’s the standard you hold for your own needs. We’ll walk you through what giving yourself permission really looks like, how to drop the guilt, and simple ways to start showing up for yourself without waiting. Because your energy, clarity, and confidence aren’t selfish goals, they’re the foundation for everything else. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click HERE to get started: Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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3 months ago
14 minutes 2 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Break Free From the 3pm Crash
Your afternoon crash slams into you every day, stealing your energy, killing your focus, and wrecking your mood. You keep telling yourself to push through, reach for another coffee, or grab a quick snack, but nothing works. That slump drags you down like clockwork, leaving you foggy, irritable, and scrambling just to get through the rest of your day. You feel defeated, overwhelmed, and trapped in a cycle that sucks the life out of your afternoons. Your energy system is broken, stuck in a loop that drains you faster than you can recover. You’re caught in reaction mode, relying on caffeine and quick fixes that only mask the problem, and it’s crushing your productivity and wellbeing. We expose why your afternoon crash keeps beating you, why caffeine is a false friend, and the simple but powerful shifts that actually create real, lasting energy. If you’re done with the crash and ready to reclaim your day, this episode is for you. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the HERE to get started. Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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3 months ago
11 minutes 35 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Escaping the ‘I’ll start Monday’ Lie
You’re great at planning… but not so great at starting. Busy week ahead? You tell yourself, “I’ll start Monday.” But Monday comes and go’s, life’s chaotic, and the cycle resets. Most busy parents and professionals wait for the “perfect time” to begin, but that time never comes. The pressure to start fresh next week keeps you stuck in all-or-nothing thinking. It feels like you’re always behind, always failing, always restarting. In this episode, we break down what a gentle start actually looks like, no pressure, no perfection. Just small, doable steps that fit into your real, messy life. This is your sign to stop waiting. Start now. Start imperfect. Change doesn't come from a calendar, it comes from action.   If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click HERE to get started.   Check out our socials: Instagram Facebook
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3 months ago
10 minutes 19 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
The Motivation Myth That’s Holding You Back
Waiting for motivation is stealing your energy and your time. Most of us believe we need energy before we move, but that thinking traps you in a cycle of fatigue and frustration. The truth? Energy shows up after you start moving, not before. This episode busts the motivation myth and gives you simple, practical ways to take action, even on your busiest, most draining days. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the link below to get started: https://www.you4iahealth.com.au/contact Check out our socials: https://www.facebook.com/you4iahealth/ https://www.instagram.com/you4iahealth/
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3 months ago
15 minutes 36 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Why Doing It All Is Draining Your Energy
You think doing it all makes you strong, but what if it’s actually what’s holding you back? Busy parents and professionals often wear self-reliance like a badge of honour, but this silent pressure is burning you out, draining your energy, and stalling your health goals. You’re not struggling because you’re weak, you’re struggling because you’re doing it alone. In this episode, we unpack why asking for support is a strength strategy that protects your energy, accelerates your progress, and sets a powerful example for your family. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the link below to get started: https://www.you4iahealth.com.au/contact Check out our socials: https://www.facebook.com/you4iahealth/ https://www.instagram.com/you4iahealth/
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4 months ago
15 minutes 18 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Chaos or Calm, You Choose
You’re not overwhelmed because you’re busy, you’re overwhelmed because you never stop. Most parents and professionals believe they just need to push through, but it’s the non-stop pace that’s quietly burning you out. When you’re always on, even rest feels out of reach. In this episode, we uncover how small, deliberate micro-moments of calm can reset your energy and bring you back to the present, without adding more to your plate. Other podcast mentioned: Dyl and Friends - Paul Taylor: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7iXsaAdzpEl6EHVBNHMonO?si=p7BHSlWTSAq6-yQxWTxSJw    If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the link below to get started: https://www.you4iahealth.com.au/contact Check out our socials: https://www.facebook.com/you4iahealth/ https://www.instagram.com/you4iahealth/
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4 months ago
13 minutes 7 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Why Time Management Isn’t Enough
It’s easy to feel like there’s never enough time, but the real challenge is often low energy. In this episode, we explore why managing your energy is often more powerful than managing your time. We unpack how physical, mental, and emotional energy drive your ability to show up for workouts, make good food choices, and stay present with your family. You’ll hear why skipping meals, missing sleep, and overloading your calendar drains your energy bank, and how simple shifts in nutrition, movement, boundaries, and mindfulness can help you recharge throughout the day. It’s not about finding more hours, it’s about protecting the energy you already have and using it in ways that truly matter. If you’ve ever felt tired but busy, this episode is for you. Resources from this episode: Box Breathing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEmt1Znux58 If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the link below to get started: https://www.you4iahealth.com.au/contact Check out our socials: https://www.facebook.com/you4iahealth/ https://www.instagram.com/you4iahealth/
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4 months ago
26 minutes 33 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Snacking with Purpose
In this episode, we break down what it really means to snack smart. Snacking often gets labelled as a bad habit, but for busy parents and professionals, it’s essential for sustaining energy, balancing blood sugar, and supporting your health goals. We explore how to build snacks that combine protein, carbs, and healthy fats to keep you satisfied between meals, using the 80/20 approach to allow room for both whole foods and soul foods. You’ll hear practical tips for time-saving snack prep, how to manage snacks on the go, and how to involve your kids in creating healthy options for the whole family. This isn’t about restriction, it’s about having a plan and giving yourself permission to enjoy food in a way that works for your lifestyle. If you’ve ever struggled with mindless grazing or energy crashes, this episode will help you turn snacking into a powerful part of your routine.   If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the link below to get started: https://www.you4iahealth.com.au/contact   Check out our socials: https://www.facebook.com/you4iahealth/ https://www.instagram.com/you4iahealth/
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4 months ago
23 minutes 54 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Using Sunday to Chaos-Proof Your Week
In this episode, we explore the power of a simple Sunday Reset for busy parents and professionals juggling work, kids’ sport, and life admin. You’ll learn how just 20–30 minutes of intentional effort can lower the mental load, ease nutrition planning, and create calm before a busy week. We dive into practical ways to prep meals without pressure, support your goals even if you're not the household cook, and build routines that feel realistic and flexible. From fridge audits to brain dumps and planning when movement might actually happen, this episode is about creating space, not perfection. If you’ve ever felt like your week starts in chaos, this one’s for you.   Check Out Episode 27 with Andrew “Spud-Fit” Taylor: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Z2hggVAi3Cr077YSshXm7?si=kEcroIS7SWiYUkLGkcOw6A Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-ate-only-potatoes-for-a-whole-year-to-cure-my/id1435751849?i=1000432419941   If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the link below to get started: https://www.you4iahealth.com.au/contact   Check out our socials: https://www.facebook.com/you4iahealth/ https://www.instagram.com/you4iahealth/
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4 months ago
22 minutes 42 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
How to Get Your Partner On Board
We unpack what to do when your partner isn’t on board with your health journey. It’s a common challenge for busy parents and professionals trying to make positive changes while juggling family life. We introduce the SIBO framework to help you communicate clearly and kindly, sharing what you need, why it matters, and the benefits for both you and your family. You’ll hear strategies for navigating meal times when your partner isn’t following the same plan, whether you're the household cook or not. We explore how to stay consistent without creating conflict, and how to lead by example with empathy rather than pressure. If you’ve ever felt alone in your goals or unsure how to ask for support at home, this one’s for you. Change doesn’t have to be perfect or simultaneous, it just needs to start with you. If you want to join the most personalised group training experience on the market, click the link below to get started: https://www.you4iahealth.com.au/contact Check out our socials: https://www.facebook.com/you4iahealth/ https://www.instagram.com/you4iahealth/
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5 months ago
26 minutes 56 seconds

The You4ia Health Podcast
Welcome to the You4ia Health Podcast! Where Matt and Noah guide busy parents and professionals to reclaim their energy and free up time so they can do more of what they love most.