About Lift the Load: Motherhood, Fitness & Finding Balance Again
Lift the Load is a podcast about strength- in the gym, in motherhood, and in the messy, imperfect parts of life. I’m Claire King, mum and personal trainer, here to help you feel less alone, more supported, and stronger than you think.
Have you ever had one of those weeks where nothing has particularly gone wrong, but by Friday you feel like you've been hit by a fucking bus? You're not necessarily doing too much. You might just be trying to do everything properly, all at the same time. In this episode, I talk about why we've turned everything into a project, why sometimes focusing properly on one thing is easier than giving everything 30%, and why not every plate needs your best effort. Some things genuinely have to get don...
7 Jun 2026
Short Workouts for Busy Mums: The Science of 30-Minute Training
Are short workouts really enough to build muscle? In this episode I break down the science behind short workouts and strength training for busy mums. You’ll learn why 30–40 minute full-body workouts can be more effective than spending hours in the gym. I cover how weekly training volume, muscle growth, and workout design all fit together – without needing to train constantly. By focusing on full-body, efficient workouts and consistent effort, you can get real results even on a tight schedule....
19 Apr 2026
Fat Loss Feels Impossible as a Mum… Until You Do This
Calories matter. Protein matters. But they’re not the reason you keep failing fat loss. In this weeks podcast, I’ll talk about the one thing that actually determines whether you lose weight and keep it off long term Because fat loss isn’t about being perfect it’s about what you can repeat on your worst weeks. Come and say “hi” on Instagram @claire.coachingkings I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! If you’re ready to stop running on empty, join STRONGER and get 50% off your first mo...
15 Mar 2026
The Real Barriers to Exercise for Mums (And What Actually Helps).
In this episode, I talk about the real barriers that stop many mums from exercising and why it’s usually not a motivation problem. From time pressures and childcare to exhaustion, confidence, and simply not knowing where to start, motherhood brings very real challenges when it comes to prioritising your own health. We look at why exercise can feel overwhelming after having children, the mental load many mums carry, and how unrealistic fitness expectations often make things harder rather than ...
3 Feb 2026
Why Your To-Do List Is Making You Feel Guilty (and How to Fix It)
In this episode, I share how I’ve changed the way I plan my days as a mum and business owner so I can switch off without guilt. We talk non-negotiables, realistic expectations, and how to fit exercise into real life without it becoming another thing to fail at. Come and say “hi” on Instagram @claire.coachingkings I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! If you’re ready to stop running on empty, join STRONGER and get 50% off your first month with the code PODCAST50. STRONGER gives you p...
19 Jan 2026
Messy but Moving: How Mums Can Prioritise Health Without Perfection
January is loud. Fresh starts. New routines. Big goals. Perfect plans. And for a lot of mums… it already feels like you’re behind. In this episode of Lift the Load, I’m returning to the idea that resonated more than any other: Messy but moving. Because real life doesn’t pause for motivation. We talk about why January feels so overwhelming for mums, how “fresh start” culture actually works against you, and why the problem isn’t your discipline or drive- it’s the expectations you’ve been carryi...
15 Dec 2025
How to Enjoy Christmas Food Without Guilt: The Hell Yes Approach
Christmas doesn’t need another food rule and it definitely doesn’t need more mum guilt. In this episode, I’m sharing the Hell Yes Principle I teach my clients to help them make empowered, confident food choices over Christmas, without restriction, binge-and-repent cycles, or the exhausting mental load of “being good.” We talk about: How all-or-nothing thinking ruins both enjoyment and confidenceThe difference between eating on autopilot and choosing with intentionHow to use the Hell Yes filte...
24 Nov 2025
My Perimenopause Story: The Symptoms, The Dismissal, Why I Chose HRT and Strength Training
Wondering whether your symptoms could be perimenopause? In this episode, I cover the most common early sign which I myself experienced, including sleep disruption, anxiety spikes, mood swings, brain fog, and that feeling of being ‘off’ without knowing why. I also talk through my experience seeking answers, what I learned about HRT (and why modern body-identical HRT is different from the pill), and how I’m navigating treatment. We also dive into how oestrogen affects muscle, why st...
10 Nov 2025
The Truth About Aggressive Dieting: What No One Tells You
You know that diet that promised fast results but left you tired, hungry, and wondering if you’d ever feel normal again? Yeah… we’re talking about that. In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Alice from @StrongMumSquad, and we’re shooting the sh*t on aggressive dieting including, what it looks like, why it’s so common, and why it’s definitely not the fix you think it is. We chat about: The toxic cycle of “being good” and starting over every Monday Why the fitness industry loves qu...
27 Oct 2025
Is Gratitude the Secret to Feeling Less Overwhelmed?
I’m thankful for the endless laundry, the car seat tantrums, and the 47 tabs open in my brain… said no mum ever. We’re told that gratitude fixes everything but what if that’s not the whole story? What if sometimes, it’s actually adding to the overwhelm? In this episode, I dig into what real gratitude looks like for busy mums, not the fluffy, fake kind that makes you feel guilty for wanting more. We’ll talk about how to use it to get out of a funk, feel more grounded, and find those little spa...
12 Oct 2025
Doing Less (Without Falling Apart): A Real Talk on Mum Burnout, Overwhelm & Balance
f you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly doing everything; school runs, snacks, work, washing, and still feeling like you’re not doing enough. Then this episode is for you. We’re diving into the myth that “busy” equals “better” and what it really means to do less without falling apart. Inspired by Kate Northrup’s book Do Less, I’m breaking down practical ways for mums to simplify life, reduce mental load, and find balance, without guilt. You’ll learn: ✨ How to manage your time and ener...
27 Sept 2025
Messy but Moving: The Power of Imperfect Action
If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’ll start when things calm down,” this one’s for you. Because here’s the truth: life doesn’t calm down. And waiting for the perfect time just keeps you stuck. In this first episode of Lift the Load, I dive into why imperfect action is the secret weapon for mums who feel like they’re spinning plates, dropping some, and wondering if they’ll ever really have it together. It’s messy. It’s real. But it’s also the only way to build strength, energy, and momentum as a...
25 Sept 2025
Trailer: Welcome to Lift the Load
Hi, I’m Claire-mum, coach, and general messy human just trying to keep the plates spinning without dropping the child or the wine glass. This little trailer is basically my “I finally did the thing” moment. For ages I’ve wanted to start a podcast, but I got stuck in perfection mode the “I need the right mic, the fancy art, the perfect setup.” Then I remembered… imperfect action is what I coach, so here we are. Lift the Load is going to be a mix of strength (not just the gym kind), mothe...
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