#117: Siobhan O' Hagan: How to actually balance fitness, wellness, and real life
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Show Notes
Today I’m joined by Siobhan O’Hagan – Irish fitness coach, yoga teacher, and powerhouse in online wellness. From a corporate career in financial and actuarial mathematics to a freedom-focused life in Bali, Siobhan shares the key moments that led her to a path of holistic health, strength training, and authentic living.
We chat about her transformation – from restrictive dieting and bodybuilding to a balanced approach that includes Jiu Jitsu, CrossFit, yoga, and mindfulness. Siobhan also opens up about becoming a single mum, launching The Self-Improvement Project, and helping women reconnect with their bodies in sustainable, empowering ways.
If you’re curious about redefining what health looks like - mentally, physically, and spiritually - this one’s for you.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
[0:00] - Welcome and a warm intro to today’s guest, Siobhan O’Hagan
[2:13] - Siobhan’s surprising shift from corporate life to online fitness coaching
[4:39] - How online coaching changed the game and gave her freedom
[7:22] - The highs and lows of content creation and social media pressures
[13:00] - Her experience with bodybuilding and the lessons it taught her body and mind
[18:30] - Why balanced health and long-term wellness matter more than aesthetics
[23:02] - A look inside her coaching style and what it’s like to work with Siobhan
[34:08] - Moving from extreme training to a more intuitive fitness approach
[37:22] - Why resistance training is vital for women’s longevity and confidence
[39:32] - Building a sustainable workout routine that actually fits your life
[47:10] - Incorporating yoga and meditation for mental clarity and calm
[1:00:01] - Navigating fitness during pregnancy and postpartum recovery
[1:01:25] - What true, holistic health looks like - and how to get there
[1:02:54] - Final thoughts and a heartfelt call to action
Links & Resources:
- Connect with Siobhan on Instagram here
- Visit The Self Improvement Project Website here
- Support Siobhan and explore Down Dog by using her affiliate link here
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