Hi and welcome to Highway to Well's first podcast series all about Inspirational people! I’m Sally Parkinson and I’ll be your host chatting to many people who have inspired me along the way. I’m really excited to share with you some incredible people that I’ve met on my journey, find out what motivates them and also find out who has inspired them.
Highway to Well was born last year. After caring for my mum through her journey with Dementia, I realised how much I had neglected my own well-being. Watching my parents struggle without the retirement they deserved, largely due to health issues, made me see the importance of taking charge of our health today so we can enjoy life tomorrow.
Throughout that journey with Mum I’ve been fortunate enough to meet people who have inspired me in many different ways. Some are from the fitness world, showing me the value of hard work and commitment. Others are alternative healers, who have opened my eyes to new ways of thinking about health and life balance. I’m also inspired by self-employed people I know personally, who have faced big challenges and found ways to overcome them to reach their goals. Each of these individuals has taught me something important and motivated me to keep going, no matter what obstacles I face.
We’ll be chatting and sharing stories about life in general and the hurdles we’ve faced along the way. How we stay positive and deal with challenges like imposter syndrome and confidence. We’ll be asking what makes life interesting, how do we cope with the pressures of everyday life, making time for eating well and that all important work/life balance.
I can’t wait to get started, I know that there will be some laughs along the way, some amazing tips and I hope that you will find at least one golden nugget of information in each episode that will help you on your journey. So grab a cuppa, get comfy and enjoy the show.
Strength & Resilience - Jason Curtis’s inspiring path to the Deadly Dozen
In the finale of the first series of the Highway to Well Inspirational People podcast, I had a captivating conversation with Jason Curtis, the founder and race director of the Deadly Dozen. Jason shared his remarkable journey from a sport-loving youth, through his time as a physical training instructor in the British Army, to establishing the Deadly Dozen fitness events. Despite early struggles, such as having no clients and financial difficulties, his dedication and resilience led to creatin...
7 Apr 2025
The Mind-Body Connection - Jonathan Shaw's Approach to Healing
I first met Jonathan Shaw when I was struggling with persistent back pain. He was recommended to me as someone with a unique approach to healing. What struck me about Jonathan's method was how different it was from anything I had experienced before. Traditional treatments like physiotherapy hadn't worked for me, but Jonathan's focus on stress, belief systems, and movement was enlightening. Jonathan, who started his career as a magician, has developed a system that targets the root causes of p...
30 Mar 2025
Celebrating Mums - The Love that Shapes us
In this special Mother's Day episode we dive into an emotional yet uplifting conversation with me, Sally Parkinson and Sarah Baldock from the Little Bean Podcast about how our Mums have shaped our lives. We reflect on the inspiring legacies left by our Mums, sharing cherished memories and the meaningful impact they've had on our personal and professional lives. Through stories of childhood, lessons learned, and values instilled, we celebrate the strength, love, and influence of our moth...
26 Mar 2025
The Power of Two
In this podcast episode, I am delighted to welcome this brilliant couple, Personal Trainer at CHF Gym Hollie Redman and Jade Gooding, Yoga & Pilates instructor, to discuss their fitness journeys, inspirations, and the challenges they've faced. Hollie shares the history of CHF gym, a family business started by her parents when she was 14, and her eventual involvement despite initial reluctance. Jade shares her transition from performing arts to fitness, starting pilates a...
18 Mar 2025
Beyond Physiotherapy
In this podcast episode, Tanya Croall, a self-employed physiotherapist with a background in the NHS and the Army, discusses her journey and holistic approach to health. Tanya runs Copford Physio and PhysioNatal in Colchester, focusing on women's health during pregnancy and beyond. The conversation navigates through her personal experiences and beliefs, emphasising the importance of nutrition, holistic health, and the interconnection of mind, body, and emotions. She describes her transition fr...
11 Mar 2025
From Lenses to Lunges - and everything inbetween!
In this podcast episode, we welcome Paul Inskip, a talented photographer turned business coach.. Paul's journey began in the world of music production before transitioning to photography, where his business acumen and creative skills flourished. During the lockdown, Paul became a business coach, sharing his knowledge with fellow photographers and helping them thrive. Inspired by the book 'Miracle Morning', Paul dramatically changed his lifestyle, embracing fitness and ultimately becomin...
4 Mar 2025
From Mum to Muscle: Rosie's Transformation Journey
In this episode, I chat with Rosie, a dedicated mum of three, personal trainer, and successful bodybuilder. Rosie shares her incredible journey from feeling unhappy and unfit after childbirth to transforming herself through strength training and rigorous competition prep. We discuss her motivations, the physical and mental challenges of prepping for bodybuilding competitions, and the importance of strength training for women, especially as they age. Rosie also shares practical tips on nutriti...
27 Feb 2025
Hoofbeats of Resilience
In this episode, we spotlight Shelagh Steven, an expert horsewoman and business owner with a profound dedication to her sport, horses, and clients. Shelagh’s journey, marked by resilience, began on a farm with a love for horses from a young age. Transitioning from veterinary nursing to horse training and teaching, she shares her experiences and challenges, from travelling to major competitions to overcoming significant hurdles like laminitis in her pony. Shelagh’s commitment and innovative te...
20 Feb 2025
Slow Down and Thrive: Tara's Journey
In this engaging episode of the Highway to Well podcast, host Sally Parkinson catches up with Tara Perlaki, a trained kinesiologist and founder of the Slow Revolution. Sally begins by recounting her initial encounter with Tara in 2013 when she was just starting her mother's dementia journey and was fortunate to be one of Tara's case studies during her kinesiology training. Tara shares her personal journey, detailing the challenging period in her early twenties that led her to seek alter...
16 Jan 2025
Welcome to Highway to Well
Welcome to Highway to Well, the podcast that’s all about celebrating inspirational people and their incredible stories. I’m your host, Sally Parkinson, and I’ll be chatting with individuals who have motivated me throughout my journey—whether they’re fitness gurus, alternative healers, or self-employed pioneers. In each episode, we’ll dive into real-life challenges like imposter syndrome, building confidence, and navigating the pressures of everyday life. Together, we’ll uncover what makes lif...
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