In this second Marathon Special of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, Martin Sharp shares the experience of completing his second of three marathons in just two weeks: the Milton Keynes Marathon with co-host Dominic Furness. Following the excitement and record-breaking energy of London, Martin dives into what it took to recover, re-focus, and run again, all while raising money for Teenage Cancer Trust.

This episode is packed with performance insights, personal stories, and practical tips for busy professionals aiming to push their physical and mental limits through endurance challenges. Whether you're an amateur runner, seasoned athlete, or simply love hearing how people test their limits, this one delivers.

What to expect in this episode:

• The transition from London to Milton Keynes Marathon: fatigue, recovery, and mindset

• How active recovery plays a role in back-to-back marathons

• Nutrition, hydration and supplement tweaks for better performance

• The power of a personalised fueling strategy (featuring jelly babies, gels, and crisps!)

• Crowd atmosphere and support stories from the day

• Lessons learned from marathon #2 and how it impacts Martin's strategy for Leeds

• Reflections on progress, motivation, and redefining personal bests

Martin also reflects on the bigger picture behind his "Couch to 3 marathons in 14 months" challenge, raising money and awareness for Teenage Cancer Trust.

Support Martin's 3-marathon challenge: https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/martin-sharp

Follow, rate and review the podcast on Spotify, Apple or Amazon Music, and stay tuned for the final marathon update from Leeds!

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In this episode of the Fit for Business and Life Podcast, Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness dive deep into the critical role of nutrition in running performance. As Martin trains for his triple marathon challenge, they explore real-world strategies that work not just for running but also for business and life.From managing glycogen stores to selecting the right hydration and fueling techniques. Learn about the difference between anaerobic vs aerobic energy, why protein and carbs timing matters, and how to overcome common pitfalls like digestion issues, hitting the wall or fueling mistakes mid-run. Whether you're training for a 5K, half marathon, or an ultra, this episode gives you insider tips to help transform your performance, metabolism, and body!Brought to you by Sharp Fit for Life and the Business Body Network — helping busy professionals stay healthier, happier, and higher achieving in business and in life.🔔 Follow the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube.Follow our socials:https://www.facebook.com/SharpFitForLifehttps://www.facebook.com/MartinSharpUK1 https://www.instagram.com/martinsharpuk/https://www.instagram.com/sharpfitforlife/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDkvikS2-NhlwGq3n4idiwghttps://x.com/martinsharpukhttps://x.com/SharpFitForLife https://uk.linkedin.com/in/martinsharp#RunningMeals #FuelingStrategies #EnduranceTraining #GlycogenStores #Hydration #PerformanceNutrition #AnaerobicVsAerobic #EnergySources #ProteinAndCarbs #RunningGels #DigestiveHealth #BodyTransformation #Metabolism #BusinessBodyNetwork

In this special episode of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, host Martin Sharp shares the full story of completing the 2025 London Marathon, his first ever marathon and the first leg of a three-race endurance challenge — fundraising for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

Joined by co-host Dominic Furness, Martin reflects on the mental and physical demands of marathon running for busy professionals and high achievers, and how lessons from the track apply directly to life and leadership.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What it’s really like to run the London Marathon as a first-timer

• The importance of mindset and recovery for long-term success

• How to fuel smart for endurance: gels, crisps, and everything in between

• The mental shift that happens mid-race — and how to push through

• The science behind recovery: electrolytes, magnesium, glutathione & more

• Why charity and purpose fuel more than just your body

• The moment Martin found out, he became a Guinness World Record holder

🎗️ Plus, Martin shares his personal reasons for running on behalf of the Teenage Cancer Trust and how you can still support the cause.

Triple Marathon Challenge TCT Fundraiser: ⁠https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/martin-sharp⁠

Whether you're a business owner, leader, or someone training for a race of your own, this episode delivers honest, relatable insight into what it means to pursue a bold goal — and keep showing up.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon Music or on YouTube

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Welcome to Season 3 of the Fit for Business and Life Podcast!

In this high-impact opener, host Martin Sharp and co-host Dominic Furness go beyond buzzwords to uncover the real relationship between running and mindset. Your brain is your most powerful muscle, on the course and in life.

At the time of recording, Martin is deep in training for a triple marathon challenge—yes, that’s three marathons in three weekends. But this episode isn’t about race times or medals. It’s about what it takes to mentally commit, stay motivated and push through fatigue, self-doubt and life’s inevitable setbacks.

Inside this episode:

• How to train your mind like your body—for endurance, consistency, and growth

• Why motivation fades, but value-based habits create long-term success

• The power of public accountability and social support

• Real tactics Martin used to overcome setbacks and injuries during training

• What marathon running teaches us about leadership, focus, and resilience

• How to turn every run into time for clarity, healing, and self-discovery

This is more than a runner’s story—it's a blueprint for any professional who wants to build mental stamina, elevate personal performance and create momentum that creates long-standing success.

Start your transformation with us today through our Business Body Coaching Program. Book a FREE consultation call here: ⁠https://calendly.com/martinsharpuk/consultation-call⁠Follow us for more like this! Also, follow our socials:https://www.facebook.com/SharpFitForLifehttps://www.facebook.com/MartinSharpUK1 https://www.instagram.com/martinsharpuk/https://www.instagram.com/sharpfitforlife/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDkvikS2-NhlwGq3n4idiwghttps://x.com/martinsharpukhttps://x.com/SharpFitForLife https://uk.linkedin.com/in/martinsharp

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Certain to Change series of the Fit For Life Podcast: Exploring Mindset, Adventure & Resilience with Pat Falvey

In this episode of the Fit for Business & Life Podcast, hosts Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness sit down with Pat Falvey, a globally acclaimed explorer, motivational speaker, filmmaker, author, serial entrepreneur and Mentor.

About Pat Falvey:

Raised in Cork, Ireland, Pat is widely regarded as Ireland’s most celebrated adventurer. He is the first person in the world to climb all seven highest continent summits twice, conquering Mount Everest from both the North and South routes. Pat lead the first Irish team to reach the South Pole. He has also stood at the North Pole and led the first Irish team to ski across the Greenland Ice Cap. Led the largest-ever team to complete the South Georgia traverse, following in the footsteps of legendary Irish explorers Ernest Shackleton and Tom Crean. Spent decades exploring some of the most remote and inaccessible parts of the planet. Finally, Falvey has lived with over 30 tribal communities worldwide.

In this episode, we explore:

• How mindset, resilience and self-belief drive success in both adventure and business.
• Why purpose and action are key to overcoming life’s toughest challenges.
• Lessons from tribal cultures and what they teach us about modern society.
• The power of nature, movement and exploration to boost mental and physical well-being.
• Pat’s philosophy: “Take a hill, not a pill” – using challenge and adventure as a force for change.
• The Forever Young Club – encouraging people aged 50-90 to keep pushing their limits.

Pat’s story is one of self-discovery, transformation and living life with no regrets. From a young boy aged 6 hustling, earning money for his grandma in a poverty-stricken Ireland to the world’s highest peaks and most extreme environments, he shares powerful insights on how you can all climb your Everest, whatever it may be.

Connect with Pat Falvey:
Website: www.patfalvey.com
Instagram: @patfalveyexplorer
Email: info@patfalvey.com

Listen now for an inspiring conversation that will challenge you to think bigger, live bolder, and embrace every opportunity!

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Certain to Change series of the Fit For Life Podcast: Overcoming emotional eating, managing stress & building lasting fitness habits with Mark Pitcher

In this episode of the Fit for Life Podcast, host Martin Sharp welcomes Mark Pitcher, founder of the Fit After 50 movement. Mark is a body transformation coach specialising in helping men over 50 lose weight and get fit. His approach focuses on practical, sustainable changes that fit around a busy family and work life.

After successfully losing 24kg and keeping it off, Mark turned his personal journey into a mission to help other men feel healthier, stronger and more energised. With over 10 years as a personal performance coach, he shares insights into overcoming emotional eating, managing stress and building lasting fitness habits.

Martin and Mark dive into:

• The biggest challenges men over 50 face when trying to lose weight.
• Why diets don’t work and what to focus on instead.
• The psychological side of fitness and nutrition – getting past limiting beliefs.
• Practical fitness strategies that fit around work and family life.
• The power of accountability, habits, and long-term thinking.

If you're in your 50s looking for sustainable ways to stay fit and healthy, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Though, much of this information is valuable no matter your age, after all, age is just a number right…

Connect with Mark Pitcher:
Instagram: @markpitcher_fitafter50LinkedIn: Mark-PitcherEmail: mark@fitafter50.coach

Listen now and start your journey towards lasting health, fitness & wellbeing.

#FitAfter50 #MensHealth #WeightLossJourney #HealthyLifestyle #SustainableFitness #MindsetMatters

Hester Bedet | Certain to Change | Fit For Life Podcast

In this episode of the Fit For Life Podcast, Hester Bedet, known as the Serenity Sound Healer joins us for a spiritual conversation. Hester has dedicated her career to harmonising the mind, body and spirit through the transformative power of sound.

Using techniques like singing bowls, sound vibrations, NLP, hypnotherapy, and family constellations, Hester helps individuals achieve deep relaxation, stress relief and mental clarity. Whether it's reducing anxiety, improving sleep or even alleviating physical pain, the impact of sound healing is profound.

Join us as we explore:

• How sound therapy works and its science-backed benefits.
• The role of vibration in mental and physical healing.
• Practical techniques to lower stress and achieve peace of mind.
• The impact of sound on personal and professional performance.

This episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world applications to help you become healthier, happier, and higher-achieving.

Connect with Hester:
Website:soulsounds.nl
Email: hester@soulsounds.nu
YouTube Channel:youtube.com/@HesterBedetSoulsounds

Don’t forget to subscribe, share and leave a review to help more people discover the transformative power of sound healing!

#SoundHealing #MindBodySpirit #StressRelief #PersonalGrowth #WellnessJourney #FitForLifePodcast

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Certain to Change series of the Fit For Life Podcast: Reversing Diabetes & Unlocking True Wellness with Stephen Leggett

In this inspiring episode of our Certain to Change series, we sit down with Stephen Leggett, also known as the Wellness Code Breaker and Diabetes Destroyer. As an international speaker, radio personality, author and CEO of Reversing Resistance, Stephen has developed a highly successful healing system for reversing some chronic medical conditions.


Stephen shares his personal journey of reversing type 2 diabetes..multiple times… and how he helps others break free from the condition permanently. We discuss how diet and exercise alone are not enough, uncover the missing third pillar needed for long-term health transformation.


Key topics in this conversation:

• The three essential pillars of reversing diabetes and chronic illness
• Patterns, emotions and energy alignment and how they influence health
• Why traditional diets fail and how to create a sustainable lifestyle
• The mental changes needed to create lasting results
• How to take control of health and performance

This episode is packed with valuable insights for business owners, professionals and individuals looking to regain control of their health while managing busy lives.

Connect with Stephen Leggett
Website: thediabetesdestroyer.com


Instagram: @diabetes_destroyer


TikTok: @diabetes_destroyer


Facebook: The Diabetes Destroyer


YouTube: @Diabetes_Destroyer

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube and other major platforms! Support the journey and follow the conversation on social media.

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