

SLAY
Louise Hazel
Slay podcast is a centre of excellence for women’s health, fitness and life. I’m your host Louise Hazel, Olympian and Gold Medal winning heptathlete and I’m here to help you slay your goals by making you stronger, healthier and happier. I believe that when you feel empowered with the knowledge, skills and acceptance to change your daily habits that you can achieve life-changing outcomes, at home, at work and with your health. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow in mind and body. New episodes every Saturday! Remember you came to SLAY!
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Dec 9, 2023 • 42min
41. JO DOYLE: THE 3 SELF DEFENSE MOVES THAT WOMEN NEED TO KNOW
Do you fear walking to you car at night? Have you ever been in a situation with someone you don’t trust and wish you had a good exit strategy?
If you want to feel better prepared or if you just want to know more about what you should or shouldn’t do in an attack, then this episode is for you!
Joining me this week is former police officer and pro MMA fighter Joanne Doyle who is going to be teaching us The 3 Self Defense moves that every woman needs to know…
Here’s what you’ll learn today:
How to free yourself if someone grabs you by the arm
How to keep someone at a distance to void attack
How to free yourself from a sexual attack
How to choke a man out in 3 seconds
How to buy yourself time if someone has a knife
Prepare to defend yourself as we explore the 3 self defense moves every woman needs to know!
In your name we slay!
Louise Hazel

Dec 2, 2023 • 18min
40. LOUISE HAZEL: THE WEIGHT YOU NEED TO LOSE IS NOT ON YOUR BODY
Has stress been impacting your motivation and ability to focus on health and fitness goals? Have you been feeling, anxious or overwhelmed by a never ending to-do list?
If you want to know why the weight you need to lose is not on your body and how control could be having a negative impact on your life then this episode is for you
Join me as I reveal how we sometimes get in our own way! I’ll be sharing the one thing that we all need to to get more time back to focus on ourselves.
Finally, we will explore the types of distractions that keep throwing you off track. Through this exploration, we gain new insights into the way old habits can quick creep back into our lives and lead to inactivity and poor decision making.
Here’s what you’ll learn today:
How control is stunting your growth
How to tackle anxiety
How to effectively priotise
Why we should all try a digital detox
Prepare to embark on a journey of self reflection as we explore how you can go about reclaiming your motivation for self care!
In your name we slay!
Louise Hazel

Nov 25, 2023 • 1h 2min
39. DR. JOLENE BRIGHTEN: THE TRUTH BEHIND FEMALE HORMONES, HYPOTHYROIDISM, AND MENOPAUSE
In this episode of Slay, Author of “Is this Normal” and Naturopathic Endocrinologist Dr Jolene Brighten, shares her valuable insight into the importance of female hormone health, discussing hypothyroidism, menopause and more.
Join us as we explore the insightful ways that the medical industry spreads misinformation about women’s health, and the tools you need to advocate for yourself when your doctor is not listening.
Discover how the contraceptive pill can negatively effect out bodies and how to spot the signs or hormonal imbalance. Dr Brighten is inspiring us to educate ourselves and to take steps towards healing our bodies. Hear a firsthand account of how Dr Brighten healed her own Hypothyroidism and gain insights into how change of lifestyle can help to significantly protect us against premature health conditions.
Whether you're suffering from hormonal imbalance, unexplained weight gain or menopause this episode will provide you with some valuable takeaways that will leave you empowered, motivated, and reminded of the undoubtable strength that lies within all women.

Nov 18, 2023 • 16min
38. THE 10 BIGGEST MYTHS IN THE FITNESS INDUSTRY
Do you feel like you’ve tried everything and aren't getting the result that you want? In a world filled with fitness myths and misinformation, this episode will help you cut through the noise, embrace your strength, and unlock your true potential. Join me this week as I debunk ten pervasive myths in the fitness industry, specifically tailored to the unique needs and concerns of women. Tune in as we debunk the following myths:
Cardio is the best way to lose weight
Pilates makes you long and lean
If it's burning, it's working
Spot reduction
Muscle weighs more than fat
Go hard or go home
Lifting weights makes you big
Transformation is quick andeasy
Variety is the spice of life
Carbs make us fat
It's time to shed light on the fitness industry's darkest secrets and empower you with knowledge to make informed choices on your fitness journey. Prepare to embark on a journey of rebellion as we reclaim the power that’s been given to the fitness industry and direct it back where it belongs - within you!
In your name we slay!
Louise Hazel
If you want more episodes like this, subscribe to the Slay Podcast!
Want to workout with me daily/want to be apart of the slay squad? Download the Slay App https://www.slayathletic.com
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Nov 11, 2023 • 59min
37. LINDSEY JACOBELLIS - UNFORGIVING: LESSONS FROM THE FALL
In this episode of Slay, Olympic Snowboard Cross athlete Lindsey Jacobellis, shares her inspiring journey of crashing out in the final of her first Olympic Games in 2006 to finally winning a double gold in Beijing 16 years later.
Join us as we explore the inspiring story of how Lindsey persevered in the face of adversity and widespread criticism from the media.
Discover how she overcame the mental block of underperforming to win 6 world titles, 10 X games titles and not one but two Olympic gold medals. Hear a firsthand account of how therapy helped Lindsey to cope with setbacks and gain insights into a change of mindset enable her to become an Olympic Champion.
Whether you're an aspiring Sportswoman , a lover of human stories, or simply seeking hope to overcome your own challenges. This episode will leave you captivated, inspired, motivated, and reminded of the indomitable strength that lies within us. Join us for this episode.
In your name we slay!
Louise Hazel
Follow Lindsey Jacobellis on instagram @lindseyjacobellis.
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If you want more episodes like this, subscribe to the Slay Podcast!
Want to workout with me daily/want to be apart of the slay squad? Download the Slay App https://www.slayathletic.com
Follow Louise Hazel here:
Instagram: @louisehazel @slayathletic
Website: https://www.slayathletic.com
Slay Shop: https://www.slayathletic.com/collections/shop-all

Nov 4, 2023 • 15min
36. HOW TO TAKE UP SPACE IN A MALE DOMINATED GYM
oin us during this episode of Slay for an engaging and empowering journey as Louise, an Olympic athlete and fitness expert, shares her invaluable insights on "How to Take Up Space in a Male-Dominated Gym."
As a trailblazing force in the fitness world, Louise knows firsthand the challenges faced by women in male-dominated gym environments. In this candid and empowering episode, she opens up about her personal journey, the barriers she encountered, and the strategies she adopted to conquer them.
In this episode, Louise imparts 5 practical tips and actionable advice to help you confidently navigate the gym space. Listen closely as Louise encourages you to unapologetically own your space in the gym. She provides valuable insights on setting attainable fitness goals, designing effective workout routines, and building self-confidence, no matter where you are on your fitness journey.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an empowering conversation that redefines success in the gym. Tune in now for an episode that promises to be a transformative experience filled with wisdom, motivation, and unwavering determination.

Oct 28, 2023 • 46min
35. FRANCHESCA RAMSEY: SLAYING THE STRIKES
In this episode of Slay, writer, producer and Actor Francesca Ramsey, shares how she’s turning lemons into lemonade during the recent writers and actors strikes!
Join us as we explore the inspiring story of how Fran has emerged as one of the go to people for strike updates and be entertained by her social commentary as she and her colleagues take on the big Hollywood studios in the fight for better working conditions and pay.
Discover how Fran’s only-child upbringing fuelled her journey towards becoming her best self. Hear the inspiring words instilled in her by her mother who is her biggest supporter and find out how Fran deals with online hate and harrassment, and how she single handedly ends her critics’ whole existence with her quick with and sharp tongue. As natural comedian, Fran will have you chuckling to yourself on your way to work.
Whether you're an aspiring writer or actor, a fierce activist or simply seeking inspiration to silence the haters, “Slaying the strikes“ will leave you captivated, entertained and reminded of the importance of having healthy routines in times of great uncertainty. Join us for this episode

Oct 22, 2023 • 14min
34. LOUISE HAZEL: WEIGHT LOSS IS DEAD
Have you been feeling overwhelmed and spinning your wheels trying to lose weight? Have you been experiencing slow progress or plateauing in your attempts to lose weight despite being on a diet?
Has your weight ever caused you to feel frustrated or demotivated?
If you want to know why weight loss is DEAD and why we should all be ditching our traditional scales and seeking reliable measures of progress then this episode is for you
Join me as I reveal the information that the fitness industry definitely does not want you to know! I’ll be sharing the one thing that we all need to be focusing our attention on to get real results.
Finally, we will explore what other measures you should be using to measure your progress. Through this exploration, we gain new insights into the way our body’s work and learn how to break free from the cycle of frustration, crash diets and poor decision making.
Here’s what you’ll learn today:
Why weight loss is irrelevant
Why body weight is a flawed measure of progress
What measure of progress we should be using to monitor our health and fitness goals
How tracking our weight can negatively affect our mindset and mood
The importance of non-scale victories
Prepare to embark on a journey of self-education as we reclaim the power you’ve been giving away to diet companies and direct it back where it belongs - within you!
In your name we slay!
Louise Hazel

Oct 14, 2023 • 19min
33. LOUISE HAZEL: THE TRUTH ABOUT OZEMPIC
Have you been feeling overwhelmed and spinning your wheels trying to lose weight? Do you know anyone that’s taking Ozempic or you're considering taking it for yourself as a solution to weight loss, then this episode is for you. Join me this week as we uncover The Truth About Ozempic
Join me as I reveal the information that the weight loss industry definitely does not want you to know! I’ll be sharing the red flags from Oprah Winfrey’s recent panel discussion called The State Of Weight and revealing 21 one thing that we all need to know about Ozempic.
Finally, we will explore what metrics measures you should be using to measure your fat loss progress. Through this exploration, we gain new insights into the way our body’s work and learn how to break free from the cycle of frustration, crash diets and poor decision making.
Here’s what you’ll learn today:
Why taking Ozempic is more about appearance than it is health
Why you should be concerned by the side effects
What measure of progress we should be using to monitor our fat loss
How tracking our weight can negatively affect our mindset and mood
Prepare to embark on a journey of self-education as we reclaim the power you’ve been giving away to pharmaceutical companies and direct it back where it belongs - within you!
In your name we slay!
Louise Hazel

Oct 8, 2023 • 47min
32. NARGIS FAKHRI: FROM HOOD TO BOLLYWOOD
In this episode of Slay, Actor Nargis Fakhri, shares her inspiring journey of how she went from the hood to Bollywood and beyond!
Join us as we explore the inspiring story of how Nargis introspectively grounded herself against the odds releasing herself from a cycle of unstable relationships.
Discover how Nargis’s single-parent upbringing fueled her journey towards healing. Hear a firsthand account of how Nargis approaches setbacks and gain insights into a change of mindset enable her to become a more aware human that has broken cycle of generational trauma.
Whether you're an aspiring actor, a hopeless romantic, a lover of human stories, or simply seeking inspiration to overcome your own challenges, “From Hood to Bollywood“ will leave you captivated, inspired, motivated, and reminded of the indomitable strength that lies within us. Join us for this episode
We dive into Nargis’s spiritual journey, exploring the challenges she faced, the moments of doubt she overcame, and the unwavering determination that propelled her forward. This intimate story uncovers the pivotal moments that shaped her path, revealing the raw emotions she endured along the way.
If you want more episodes like this, subscribe to the Slay Podcast!
Want to workout with me daily/want to be apart of the slay squad? Download the Slay App https://www.slayathletic.com
Follow Louise Hazel here:
Instagram: @louisehazel @slayathletic
Website: https://www.slayathletic.com
Slay Shop: https://www.slayathletic.com/collections/shop-all


