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Living Well with Multiple SclerosisAuthor: Overcoming MS
Welcome to Living Well with MS, the podcast from the Overcoming MS charity. In each episode, your host Geoff Allix explores a different aspect of the Overcoming MS Program in greater depth by talking with experts and people with MS about health lifestyle changes. New episodes are published on Wednesdays and feature interviews with scientists, neurologists, fitness specialists, diet experts, stress reduction professionals. The podcast also features inspirational, real-life stories from people with multiple sclerosis following the Overcoming MS program, about the challenges and victories of managing symptoms through lifestyle modification. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Adaptive world champion Francis Loye talks fitness competitions with MS | S7E25
Episode 25
Tuesday, 2 December, 2025
In this episode of Living Well with MS, we meet adaptive world champion athlete Francis Loye, a Northern Ireland-based father of three who lives with MS. Francis was diagnosed in 2021 after experiencing symptoms on a cycling holiday. Since then, he has transformed his life: following the Overcoming MS program, connecting deeply with community, and competing at the very highest level in hybrid and adaptive sport. From the Hyrox World Championships to the gruelling Mallorca 312 endurance race, Francis has shown what’s possible when determination meets lifestyle-led wellness. This conversation is full of honesty and inspiration – whether you’re newly diagnosed, returning to exercise, or curious about what adaptive sport looks like in practice. Watch this episode on YouTube. Keep reading for the topics and timestamps. Topics and timestamps 00:43 Francis’s MS journey: diagnosis, fear, acceptance and choosing empowerment 04:17 Discovering Overcoming MS: a lifeline of hope 06:23 Discovering the power of community 07:59 Adapting lifestyle: challenges and triumphs 11:04 Family health: balancing MS and parenting 13:40 The Retreat experience: vulnerability and connection 16:32 Understanding hybrid and adaptive athletics 20:01 Training regimen: balancing endurance and strength 25:29 Winning the Hyrox World Championships 29:19 Diet and nutrition: balancing performance and health 31:38 Advice for the newly diagnosed: finding peace and community More info and links Connect with Francis on Instagram Francis was on the Overcoming MS Webinar Physical Activity and MS Learn more about Joe Dispenza’s work Check out the Hyrox adaptive divisions New to Overcoming MS? Learn why lifestyle matters in MS – begin your journey at our ‘Get started’ page Connect with others following Overcoming MS on the Live Well Hub Visit the Overcoming MS website Follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest Don’t miss out: Subscribe to this podcast and never miss an episode. Listen to our archive of Living Well with MS here. Make sure you sign up to our newsletter to hear our latest tips and news about living a full and happy life with MS. Support us: If you enjoy this podcast and want to help us continue creating future podcasts, please leave a donation here. Feel free to share your comments and suggestions for future guests and episode topics by emailing podcast@overcomingms.org. If you like Living Well with MS, please leave a 5-star review.
