Gabby Allen on Mental Resilience, Strength Training and Why Consistency Beats Perfection
Just As Well, The Women's Health PodcastShow Notes
Live from a special Just As Well event, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson sit down with fitness coach, entrepreneur and Celebrity SAS winner Gabby Allen.
Gabby shares the experiences that shaped her mindset – from undergoing scoliosis surgery as a teenager to competing in some of television's toughest challenges. She explains why consistency matters more than perfection, how strength training transformed her confidence, and the simple habits that help her stay healthy when life gets busy.
The conversation also covers:
Why women shouldn't fear lifting weights
The mental resilience she developed through dance, fitness and SAS
Training for Hyrox
Fitness myths that need to disappear
The benefits of creatine for women
Building confidence in the gym
Why small daily actions matter more than all-or-nothing thinking
What "well" really means to her
Plus, Gabby answers audience questions on training with injuries, recovery, motivation and staying active through different stages of life.
If you've ever struggled to stay consistent with your health goals, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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