The Train Properly Podcast

By Paul Hughes

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Episodes: 37

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Welcome to The Train Properly Podcast Training for strength, health and long-term confidence - hosted by Paul Hughes, Strength Coach and Personal Trainer at Templetown S&C in Carlingford, Ireland. If you've ever felt stiff, sore or held back by old back pain, this is for you. Each episode I share simple ways to train smarter, manage flare-ups and build real strength and confidence again. No fluff, just honest tips and stories to help you move better and feel better in everyday life. When you're ready for more support, I also offer online coaching to help you train smarter and stay pain-free. For more info, just check the show notes. Disclaimer: I'm not a physio or a doctor. This podcast is for general education only and shouldn't replace medical advice. Always check with a qualified healthcare professional if you're unsure what's safe for you.

Episode Date
Episode 37: What 6 Weeks Can Actually Do - Setting Realistic Expectations
Jun 02, 2026
Episode 36: It's Not Just Me - What Client Proof Actually Looks Like
May 26, 2026
Episode 35: 5 Mistakes Keeping Former Athletes Stuck After 35
May 19, 2026
Episode 34: What 8 Weeks of Proper Structure Actually Did to My Body at 40
May 12, 2026
Episode 33: The Bank Holiday Reset Trap - How to Handle Disruption Without Falling Apart
May 06, 2026
Episode 32: Why Your Body Stopped Responding After 35
Apr 28, 2026
Episode 31: 5 Things I Tell Every Former Athlete in Their First Week
Apr 22, 2026
Episode 30: Why You're Always Sore Now (And Why It's Not Your Age)
Apr 14, 2026
Episode 29: Why Most People Stop Training at 37
Apr 07, 2026
Episode 28: The Moment You Realise You're Not Fit Anymore
Mar 31, 2026
Episode 27: Why Former Athletes Can't Train Alone
Mar 24, 2026
Episode 26: The Former Athlete Belly - Why It Shows Up at 35
Mar 18, 2026
Episode 25: The Rebuild Framework - How Former Athletes Train at 40
Mar 11, 2026
Episode 24: The Recovery Gap - Why Training Like 22 Breaks You Down
Mar 04, 2026
Episode 23: The Three Traps Every Former Athlete Falls Into
Feb 25, 2026
Episode 22: Why Former Athletes Feel Lost (And How To Fix It)
Feb 18, 2026
Episode 21: The Protein Priority - Why Adults Over 35 Need More Than They Think
Feb 11, 2026
Episode 20: Why "Core Blasting" Won't Build Long-Term Strength
Feb 04, 2026
Episode 19: How to Handle Big Weekends Without Falling Apart
Jan 28, 2026
Episode 18: Why Most People Quit Training in Mid-January (And How to Actually Stick With It)
Jan 21, 2026
Episode 17: Why Most Adults Train Backwards (and How to Train Properly for the Long Term)
Jan 16, 2026
Episode 16: The Off-Season Edge - How to Train Like a GAA Athlete (Not a Gym Tourist)
Oct 15, 2025
Episode 15: Why Your €1000 Mattress Won't Fix Your Back Pain
Oct 08, 2025
Episode 14: Sick of Being Told to Rest? Here's What Actually Works!
Oct 01, 2025
Episode 13: The Anti-Inflammatory Advantage: Nutrition for Back Pain Relief
Sep 24, 2025
Episode 12: The Stress-Back Pain Connection (And How to Break It)
Sep 17, 2025
Episode 11: The Fear-Flare Cycle - Why Exercise Makes Your Back Pain Worse (And How to Break Free)
Sep 10, 2025
Episode 10: Movement vs. Mobility - Unlocking Your Hips and Thoracic Spine for Back Pain Relief
Sep 03, 2025
Episode 9: The 5 Gym Moves That Wreck Your Back (And What To Do Instead)
Aug 27, 2025
Episode 8: The Power of Rest & Recovery
Aug 20, 2025
Supplements for Back Pain: The Truth You're Too Afraid to Hear
Aug 13, 2025
Episode 6: Demystifying Pain: It's Not All in Your Head, But Your Brain Plays a HUGE Role
Aug 06, 2025
Back Pain & Food: Simple Nutrition Fixes That Fight Inflammation
Jul 30, 2025
The Truth About Core Strength: What 'Bracing' Really Means (Beyond the Crunches)
Jul 23, 2025
Why Resting Your Back Is Keeping You Stuck (And What to Do Instead)
Jul 16, 2025
5 Common Training Mistakes That Wreck Your Lower Back
Jul 09, 2025
My Back Injury Story & The 5 Pillars to Fix Yours
Jul 01, 2025