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#190 - Navigating The Festive Period
Episode 190
Thursday, 11 December, 2025

This episode discusses how to navigate the festive period and enjoy yourself while maintaining and progressing towards your fitness-related goals.Please note that all information is for educational and entertainment purposes only.FREE Optimising Nutrition Guide - https://coachedbycharlie.squarespace.com/optimal-nutrition-guideMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/charliejcuthbert/Podcast's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theimprovementpodcast/Online Coaching Application Form - https://forms.gle/3Fne4dTF3HuoXWXi6Where Else To Find Me - https://linktr.ee/CharlieCuthbert00:00 Festive period overview & setting expectations 03:00 Why progress often stalls in December 06:00 Common mistakes people make over Christmas 09:00 Enjoying the festive period without derailing results 12:00 Managing calories & food choices at events 15:00 Balancing indulgence with consistency 18:00 Training approach during the festive period 21:00 Adjusting gym expectations in December 24:00 Staying active without structured training 27:00 Steps, walks & NEAT over Christmas 30:00 Alcohol, social events & body composition 33:00 Mindset: avoiding the “all-or-nothing” trap 36:00 How to approach Christmas week specifically 39:00 Getting back on track after Christmas 42:00 Final takeaways & key reminders