Rachel & David Godfrey
Rachel & David Godfrey
118 - The Two Ways to Get in Shape (and Why Only One Lasts)
118 - The Two Ways to Get in Shape (and Why Only One Lasts)
118 - The Two Ways to Get in Shape (and Why Only One Lasts)
Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Rachel and David Godfrey discuss sustainable fitness strategies for high achievers, focusing on identity change over calorie counting.
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Rachel & David Godfrey
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Body & Mind
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Sobriety Toolkit
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Calorie counting can lead to anxiety and is often unsustainable.
- True transformation requires an identity shift, not just a diet plan.
- Emotional freedom around food is crucial for lasting change.
- Aligning internal beliefs with external actions is key.
- High achievers need strategies that balance career and health.
"You can't hate yourself skinny."
How do people cope with the challenges of staying in shape while juggling high-pressure careers? Rachel and David Godfrey tackle this conundrum in their latest episode of The Chase Life Podcast. They share their insights on the two distinct paths to physical transformation: the conventional calorie-counting, macro-tracking approach, and a more sustainable method that prioritises self-worth and emotional freedom.
Rachel and David break down the pitfalls of the first method, which often leads to anxiety and an unsustainable cycle of guilt and restriction. They highlight how this approach, although popular, keeps individuals trapped in a loop of short-term success followed by inevitable rebounds.
As Rachel puts it, "You can't hate yourself skinny." Instead, they advocate for a shift in mindset that focuses on identity change, suggesting that real transformation begins when you stop trying to 'fix' yourself and start living as someone who values themselves. With nearly 40 years of combined experience, the Godfreys offer a refreshing perspective on fitness that goes beyond the physical. They emphasise the importance of aligning one's internal beliefs with external actions to achieve lasting change.
This episode is packed with practical advice for high achievers looking to balance their career ambitions with personal health goals. Ready to challenge the norm and find a path that truly works? Dive into this episode and rethink your approach to getting in shape.