Running for a Reason: The Story Behind Team Alexis Rose
Alan and Ruth Glynn have built something incredible out of the most heartbreaking tragedy, turning the loss of their daughter, Alexis Rose, into a mission to raise awareness of meningitis and sepsis through Team Alexis Rose Fitness Family.
We talk about what racing, fundraising and campaigning means to them, how running helps them feel close to Alexis, and Ruth’s plans to take on her first ultra!
We also chat about the incredible community around them, the joy they get from bringing people together through sport, and Alan’s role as the ultimate sideline cheerleader, supporting runners at races every weekend.
This is a conversation about love, loss, purpose and the power of community, and a reminder that running can be about so much more than a finish line.
Listen, share and help spread the word about Team Alexis Rose.
Follow Team Alexis Rose (https://www.instagram.com/team_alexis_rose/) on Instagram
Meningitis Research Foundation (https://www.meningitis.org/)
Spencer Dayman Meningitis Research (https://www.spencerdaymanmeningitisresearch.org/)
Sepsis Research (https://sepsisresearch.org.uk/sepsis-awareness/for-patients-and-families/)
25 Sept 2026
How To Plan The Perfect Week Of Training (Soiler Alert: It Doesn't Exist)
What does the perfect week of training actually look like?
Spoiler: there isn’t one! In this episode, I’m breaking down how to build a training week around your goal, your life and what you actually enjoy, rather than copying someone else’s routine from Instagram. We’ll talk about prioritising your training when you have a performance goal, why you can’t train for everything at once, making your training work around kids, work and real life, and why your 24 hours can look very different from someone else’s. Plus, I’m diving into double training days, when they can be useful, and why fuelling properly between sessions is so important.
The best training plan isn't the one that looks perfect on paper,k it’s the one you can actually stick to.
17 Sept 2026
The Great Scottish Run: Everything You Need to Know Before Race Day
The Great Scottish Run is getting closer and if you’re starting to think “WTF have I signed up for?” and the self doubt is creeping in, this episode is for you! Whether it’s your first half marathon, your first 10K or your 10th one, I’m talking through everything you need to know in the final few weeks - from training and tapering to fuelling, pacing and race day logistics.
I’ll help you avoid the common mistakes, know what to focus on (and what you can stop worrying about!), and hopefully arrive at the start line feeling prepared rather than panicked. Trust the work you’ve put in, fuel yourself properly, pace yourself sensibly and enjoy the experience!
3 Sept 2026
Running, strength & fat loss…or not?
This episode is a collaboration with fellow coach Jenna Mitchell. I was invited onto her podcast, the JMC podcast, to talkabout all things running: from how to start & build running confidence, to strength training, fitness, fueling & the power of community.
We’re also tackling the fat-loss debate; sharing our own & clients' experiences, busting some common running myths & looking at how running can fit into a healthy, active lifestyle without becoming another tool for simply burning calories.
Expect to leave with facts, honest conversations & inspiration to put your trainers on!
You can find Jenna here - https://www.instagram.com/jennamitchellcoaching (https://www.instagram.com/jennamitchellcoaching)
5 Jun 2026
Ask The Coaches: Your Biggest Fitness Questions Answered - With Diane Laing
Ever wondered if you really need protein after every workout? How many times a week should you be exercising? Or if it's actually possible to lose fat from one specific area of your body?
In this episode, I'm joined by fellow coach Diane Laing as we tackle some of the most common questions we're asked as coaches. We cut through the confusion, bust a few fitness myths and give practical, realistic advice that you can actually apply to your own health and fitness journey.
From nutrition and fat loss to motivation, consistency, strength training and foam bananas, this is an open conversation packed with tips to help you make progress without feeling overwhelmed.
Whether you're just getting started or have been on your fitness journey for years, I'm sure this episode will resonate with you.
So pop your headphones in, and join us as we answer the questions we hear time and time again.
You can find Diane on Instagram at LifeLongFitness (https://www.instagram.com/lifelong_fitness.pt/)
13 May 2026
MS, Para Sport and Becoming a World Champoin - with Colin Wallace
This episode, I’m joined by double world champion rower and triathlete Colin Wallace.
Colin grew up rowing on the River Dee in Aberdeen, competed for Team Scotland and built his life around sport. But aged 32 he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis after years of ignoring symptoms and hoping they’d go away.
What followed was a complete whirlwind into the world of para sport, representing Great Britain internationally, chasing Paralympic qualification and becoming a double world champion in beach sprint rowing.
We chat about living with MS, invisible disability, the mental and physical role exercise plays in his life and why saying yes to opportunities completely changed his future.
We also cover Hyrox of course.
This episode is a reminder that life doesn’t always end up looking how you expected, but that doesn’t mean it can’t still be incredible.
You can find Colin on Instagram - www.instagram.com/colinjwallace
7 May 2026
Running Through Real Life with Emily in the Outdoors
This week on Joanna: Unfiltered, I'm joined by Emily Jackson, better know as Emily in the Outdoors, a familiar face and voice in the Glasgow running community who’s inspiring thousands by keeping running real.
Emily shares her journey from joining a running club as a novice to taking on marathons and ultra races, including the brutal Devil o’ the Highlands just last weekend. We chat about the power of the running community, balancing training alongside full-time work and family life, and why strength training and yoga became game changers for her running.
The conversation also dives into the mental side of running, showing up authentically online, the highs and lows she openly shares on Instagram, and how that honesty has helped so many people relate to her. Plus, we talk messy houses, supportive husbands, creating local running groups and why running is about so much more than pace or distance.
A fun, honest and inspiring chat for runners of every level -especially those trying to juggle fitness with real life.
You can follow Emily here - https://www.instagram.com/emily_intheoutdoors/ (https://www.instagram.com/emily_intheoutdoors/)
29 Apr 2026
From Leaks to Lifting: Real Talk on Pelvic Health with Rosie Davie
In this episode, I’m joined by pelvic floor physiotherapist Rosie Davie, where we dive into the realities of pelvic health across every stage of a woman’s life. From young female athletes in their 20s, through pregnancy and postpartum, to perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. This conversation highlights just how individual every case is. We talk openly about common symptoms, why they’re often misunderstood or ignored, and how much they can impact daily life. It’s an eye-opening, informative episode that every woman can take something from.
You can find out more about Rosie on her website - www.pelvichealthwithrosie.com
and follow her on Instagram - www.instagram.com/pelvichealthwithrosie
22 Apr 2026
Calories, Tracking & What Actually Matters
Most women think they need a lower calorie target to see results, but that’s not always the case. In this episode, I break down what calories actually are, the pros and cons of tracking, and why building awareness around your nutrition matters more than obsessing over numbers.
I’ll walk you through how calorie needs differ for fat loss, muscle building, and performance, plus give you real life insight of what that looks like for me training 5/6 days a week.
If you want to feel better, train harder, and get results that actually last, this episode will help you understand the importance of fuelling your body properly, without extremes.
15 Apr 2026
Fitness Myths That Are Keeping You Stuck
In this episode, I’m busting some of the biggest fitness myths that might be holding you back, from fasted training and cutting carbs to lifting weights and chasing soreness.
If you're feeling overwhelmed with all the information out there about the 'next big thing' or the 'best way' to do things, then this will help you cut through the noise and focus on what actually works.
8 Apr 2026
Sports Nutrition Made Simple with Gemma Holloway (scones included)
In this episode I’m joined by Gemma Holloway, an NHS gastroenterology dietitian and freelance sports dietitian, to break down how nutrition can support your performance, recovery, and overall health, without overcomplicating it.
We chat through practical, realistic strategies you can actually apply to your training, whether you’re juggling work, family life, or just trying to stay consistent thriough the different stages of life.
Gemma also specialises in ultra running and offers flexible support, including one off consultations, so you can get expert guidance without a big commitment.
Find out more at www.ghperformancenutrition.com (www.ghperformancenutrition.com) and find Gemma on Instagram @this_dietitian_runs (https://www.instagram.com/this_dietitian_runs/) and @ghperformancenutrition
1 Apr 2026
Why You’re Not Seeing Progress (And What To Do About It)
If you feel like you’re doing everything right but still not seeing progress, then this for you.
In this episode I’m breaking down the most common reasons people get stuck in their fitness journey, and the honest truth behind why results aren’t happening as quickly as you’d like. From impatience and constantly chasing new workouts, to not pushing yourself hard enough in the gym, inconsistent nutrition, and overlooking the basics like sleep, steps, and water. It all matters.
If you’re frustrated with your progress, this will give you the reality check (and motivation) you need. Real progress isn’t a quick fix, it’s about doing the simple things, consistently, even when it’s not exciting.
25 Mar 2026
Unapologetically Taking Action - with Shona Denovan
Who better to have on Joanna: Unfiltered than the person who got me here in the first place. Shona is a Life First Business Coach for online coaches in the health and fitness industry. She's my business coach and she pushes me to do all the scary things, but she 100% has my back for every one of them.
In todays episode, as well as learning about what a business coach is all about, we delve into the world of risk taking and while some people overthink (me), others just go for it (Shona), whether that's a school bleep test, running a marthon or starting a podcast.
You can find Shona on Instagram at Unapologetically Shona. (https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallyshona/)
And don't forget to enter my compeition to win the 'Ultimate Summer Glow up' with 3 months coaching inside my Power Squad. You can enter here - Summer Glow Up (https://www.instagram.com/p/DWE53LejOVq/)
18 Mar 2026
Hyrox: The Highs, The Lows & The Life Lessons
It's the Hyrox de-brief: From pre race build up nerves, to the people watching specatcle, here is the full low down on my first Hyrox solo.
The biggest takeaway? Why it’s so important to do scary, hard things, and how pushing yourself into the uncomfortable builds real confidence that carries into every area of your life. Go and do the scary stuff!!
11 Mar 2026
Episode 1: The intro...
Welcome to Joanna: Unfiltered.
The podcast all about fitness, fat loss and real life, hosted by me, Joanna Wallace.
11 Mar 2026
Strength Training for Women: Benefits, Barriers & Getting Started
How important is strength training for women, especially in the peri-menopause era, and what are the actual benefits? What is stopping so many people doing it?
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