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Episode 99: From Bathroom Design to Fitness Empire – Rachel Henley on Lifting, Life & Letting Go of 'Cringe' In this episode, I’m joined by none other than Rachel Henley — a coach, creator, and powerhouse in the fitness industry with a story that’s anything but ordinary. We dive deep into:

• Her journey from studying set and prop design at uni to building a business that’s helped thousands of women get strong AF
• How battling panic disorder from age 6 shaped her mindset and relationship with movement
• The phase where she went extreme with dieting — no carbs, no alcohol, clean eating — and how it led to anxiety instead of progress
• Her take on “skinny fat,” calorie maintenance, and why you don’t need to be perfect to get results
• Advice for PTs trying to stand out online, including how she embraced being “cringe” to change her life
• Balancing travel and online coaching, building self-worth beyond social media numbers, and unlearning some big lessons in fitness & business

🔥 Whether you're a coach, a client, or someone trying to find their lane — this one’s packed with honest takeaways and real talk.