Join Megan in a podcast talking all things fitness, fatloss, nutrition and training. Sharing my own experience with health and fitness having struggled massively in my teens with body image and self confidence. Reflect on my journey to where I am now - running my own coaching business both in person and online. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode, Megan Banahan discusses how to minimize barriers to achieving fitness goals, especially during busy times like the holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of adapting fitness routines to fit individual lifestyles, understanding friction points that hinder workouts, and managing nutrition and energy levels. The conversation also covers the significance of mindset and motivation, tracking progress through various metrics, and overcoming the all-or-nothing mentality. Megan encourages listeners to create sustainable fitness habits and find balance during the holidays without feeling guilty about their choices.
00:00 Minimizing Barriers to Achieve Goals
03:01 Understanding Friction in Fitness Journeys
06:17 The Importance of Structure and Planning
08:53 Nutrition: Fueling for Success
11:58 Managing Cravings and Hunger
14:57 Weekend Strategies for Consistency
18:09 Tracking Progress Beyond the Scale
20:46 Overcoming the All-or-Nothing Mentality
24:00 Creating Effective Workout Routines
27:00 Finding Balance During the Holidays
January Kickstart challenge begins both in-person in our gym in longford and online through the MBF Online Coaching Hub on January 12th...
If you want to work with me in the new year either in-person or through the MBF Online Coaching Hub, fill out the below enquiry form and I will be in touch to see what will work best for you - https://forms.gle/sbZRpAP1oFreAuZeA
Thanks for listening and interacting with the podcast in 2025, looking forward to keeping it going in 2026!
Instagram - @meganbanahanfitness
15 Dec 2025
#59: How to Actually Set Fitness Goals for 2026 — Without the Restrictive New Year Chaos
In this episode of the Megan Bannahan Fitness podcast, Megan discusses how to set realistic fitness goals for the upcoming year without falling into the common traps of restrictive dieting and burnout. She emphasizes the importance of accountability, sustainable habits, and the need to focus on gradual progress rather than extreme measures. Megan also introduces her January Kickstart Challenge, designed to help participants start the year on the right foot with structured support and community engagement.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and New Year Goals
05:51 Understanding the New Year Mindset
11:43 Common Mistakes in New Year Resolutions
17:48 Strategies for Sustainable Progress
21:28 Setting Realistic Goals for 2026
January Kickstart Challenge starts on January 12th and it could be just what you need to set yourself up with a realistic and sustainable focus on your fitness journey in 2026!
Two options available:
In-person in my gym in Longford or Online through the MBF coaching hub, fill out the below form if you are interested and I will be in touch:
https://forms.gle/xysBDZNg3CT4zH6s5
MBF Online Coaching Hub is now up and running aswell where I can provide you with a structured workout program to follow each week for as little as €35 per month!
Limited spaces available here:
https://banahanfitness.mypthub.net/p/222919
Thanks for listening!❤️
8 Dec 2025
#58: Cardio vs Weights: What Really Matters for Fat Loss?
In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness Podcast, Megan discusses the ongoing debate of cardio versus weights for fat loss. She breaks down common misconceptions, emphasizes the importance of a caloric deficit, and explores the pros and cons of both cardio and weightlifting. Megan provides actionable steps for listeners to implement in their fitness journeys, highlighting the need for balance between both forms of exercise to achieve sustainable fat loss and improved body composition.
00:00 Introduction to Cardio vs Weights
01:17 Understanding Caloric Deficit
04:54 Misconceptions About Cardio and Weights
09:45 Pros and Cons of Cardio
21:14 Pros and Cons of Weight Training
25:47 Finding Balance in Your Fitness Routine
28:03 Actionable Steps for Fat Loss
If you want a little challenge for the month of December to help you stay somewhat consistent, I've been posting daily videos over on my instagram @meganbanahanfitness for my 25 day Advent Calendar Challenge. Simple and realistic challenges to help you maintain some control over the festive season, it's been great to see so many people taking part so far!
Here's a copy of the 25 day calendar, so you can get started too:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1svBJMuGzlzigeqXCb5wkEdM-lxGXB9JY/view?usp=sharing
January Kickstart Challenge begins on January 12th:
8 weeks of unlimited classes in my gym
Weekly accountability challenges
Weekly check ins
Plus lots more...for more details fill out the below form and I will be in touch:
https://forms.gle/NQ1pqsTQb8KeV49J7
Thanks for listening!❤️
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