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Performance People

Georgie Ainslie

The Performance People podcast, in partnership with J.P. Morgan Private Bank, talks to high-performers in the world of sport and beyond, to bring defining moments, hard-earned insights and expert advice to everyday performance. New episodes every Tuesday.

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  • August 25 · 54 min

    How Your Hormones Really Affect Energy, Mood, Training & Performance | Dr Hazel Wallace

    Dr Hazel Wallace joins Georgie to explore why female physiology still isn’t properly accounted for in health, nutrition and performance. Hazel is a former NHS doctor, nutritionist, personal trainer, bestselling author and founder of The Food Medic. She explains how women have historically been treated as “small men” in medical research, and why that can have serious consequences, from misdiagnosis and adverse drug reactions to gaps in our understanding of hormones, nutrition and performance. They discuss how the menstrual cycle can influence energy, motivation, sleep and recovery, why Hazel prefers women to be “cycle aware” rather than rigidly training around different phases, and the nutritional issues that disproportionately affect women, including iron deficiency. The conversation also covers perimenopause, HRT, fertility, IVF and egg freezing, including why the months before conception or egg collection can be important from a nutritional perspective. Plus, she shares the exercise she believes matters most for longevity, the supplement she recommends for many people in the UK, and the one principle she believes every woman should remember: Just because something is common doesn’t make it normal. FAQs Who is Dr Hazel Wallace? Dr Hazel Wallace is a former NHS medical doctor, nutritionist, personal trainer, bestselling author and founder of The Food Medic, an educational platform focused on evidence-based health and nutrition. How does the menstrual cycle affect performance? Hazel explains that changing hormone levels can influence factors including energy, motivation, mood, sleep and recovery. However, she says the research does not currently support rigid week-by-week training prescriptions for every woman. Should women train according to their menstrual cycle? Hazel recommends being cycle aware rather than strictly “cycle syncing”. Tracking your own symptoms and recognising when you personally feel strongest or most fatigued can help inform training decisions. Why is iron deficiency particularly relevant for women? Women lose iron through menstruation and can have increased requirements during stages such as pregnancy and breastfeeding. Hazel says iron deficiency is an important issue in female health and performance. Can nutrition affect IVF and egg freezing? Hazel discusses evidence suggesting nutrition can influence fertility-related outcomes and highlights the importance of the period leading up to conception, IVF or egg collection. What does Hazel say about perimenopause? Perimenopause can last months or years and may involve changes in periods, sleep, mood, concentration, hair, skin and temperature regulation. Hazel recommends tracking symptoms and speaking to a healthcare professional if they become troublesome. Does Hazel recommend HRT? Hazel explains that HRT can be safe and effective for many women but is still a medication and isn’t appropriate for everybody. Decisions should be made with a doctor based on individual symptoms, risks and medical history. Does Hazel recommend continuous glucose monitors? Not routinely for healthy people. She says unnecessary glucose monitoring can sometimes create anxiety or food obsession. What is the best exercise for longevity? Hazel highlights resistance training, while also stressing that the best form of exercise is ultimately one you can consistently maintain. The Performance People podcast is produced in partnership with J.P. Morgan Private Bank. ______ Connect with Performance People Hit subscribe today for the latest. 🎧 Spotify/Apple Music http://www.performancepeoplepodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/performance.people/ _______ The views and opinions expressed on Performance People are those of the guests and hosts, and do not necessarily represent the views of ainslie + ainslie, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, or any affiliated organisations. This podcast is produced by Gameface Limited and is intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. © Gameface Limited 2026. All rights reserved. Connect with Performance People Hit subscribe today for the latest. 🎧 Spotify/Apple Music http://www.performancepeoplepodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/performance.people/ ________________________________ The views and opinions expressed on Performance People are those of the guests and hosts, and do not necessarily represent the views of ainslie + ainslie, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, or any affiliated organisations. This podcast is produced by Gameface Limited and is intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. © Gameface Limited 2026. All rights reserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • August 18 · 1 hr 12 min

    The Disability Discrimination We Still Don’t Talk About | Paralympian Richard Whitehead MBE

    Richard Whitehead MBE has spent much of his life challenging other people’s expectations of what a disabled person can achieve. Born with a disability affecting both legs and told growing up that even walking would be a challenge, Richard didn’t begin his running journey until adulthood. In 2004 he entered the New York Marathon despite never having raced before, training at night on the streets of Nottingham with sports cups fitted over his stumps. It became the starting point for an extraordinary career. In this conversation with Georgie Ainslie, Richard explains how he went from marathon runner to elite sprinter, why being told he was too old and didn’t have a place in the British team only strengthened his resolve, and what went through his mind before delivering the performance of his life at London 2012. But Richard is equally candid about what success hasn’t changed. He discusses the discrimination and lack of opportunity disabled people still face, why Paralympians remain underrepresented in the media, and why he refuses to let either his disability or his medals define him. Now 50, Richard is still competing, still pushing his own limits and using the Richard Whitehead Foundation to create greater access, representation and opportunity for disabled young people. FAQs Who is Richard Whitehead MBE?Richard Whitehead is a British Paralympic athlete, marathon runner, world-record holder and disability campaigner. He is also the founder of the Richard Whitehead Foundation. How did Richard Whitehead get into running?Richard entered the New York Marathon in 2004 despite never previously having raced. He describes it as a way of challenging himself and changing perceptions of disability. How did Richard Whitehead train for his first marathon?Before having the running blades he uses today, Richard trained at night around Nottingham using sports cups fitted over his stumps. Why was Richard Whitehead nearly left out of the Paralympic team?Richard recalls being told by the performance director that he was too old and that there wasn’t a place for him in the team. He ultimately forced his way into contention through his performances. What does Richard Whitehead say about disability discrimination?Richard argues that disabled people remain underrepresented and continue to face barriers across sport, employment, education and wider society. What is the Richard Whitehead Foundation?The foundation works to improve opportunities, participation and representation for disabled young people and young adults. The Performance People podcast, in partnership with J.P. Morgan Private Bank, talks to high-performers in the world of sport and beyond, to bring defining moments, hard-earned insights and expert advice to everyday performance. New episodes every Tuesday. ______ ainslie + ainslie NIGHT POWDER, winner of Best Sleep Supplement in the GQ Sleep Awards 2025. We love performance, which is why we’ve launched ainslie + ainslie – the first supplement brand to be developed inside elite sport. Now available for everyone. Find out more at www.ainslieainslie.com ______ Connect with Performance People Hit subscribe today for the latest. 🎧 Spotify/Apple Music http://www.performancepeoplepodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/performance.people/ _______ The views and opinions expressed on Performance People are those of the guests and hosts, and do not necessarily represent the views of ainslie + ainslie, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, or any affiliated organisations. This podcast is produced by Gameface Limited and is intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. © Gameface Limited 2026. All rights reserved. Connect with Performance People Hit subscribe today for the latest. 🎧 Spotify/Apple Music http://www.performancepeoplepodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/performance.people/ ________________________________ The views and opinions expressed on Performance People are those of the guests and hosts, and do not necessarily represent the views of ainslie + ainslie, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, or any affiliated organisations. This podcast is produced by Gameface Limited and is intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. © Gameface Limited 2026. All rights reserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • July 7 · 1 hr 1 min

    Mindset Coach Ben Crowe on Nike, Agassi, Ash Barty and the Psychology of Greatness

    What if the secret to performing under pressure is to stop thinking of it as pressure at all? Ben Crowe is one of the world’s most sought-after mindset and leadership coaches, helping elite athletes, executives and teams redefine success, manage expectation and unlock their potential. In this episode, recorded during the Wimbledon Championships, Ben joins Georgie Ainslie to share the principles behind his new book, Where the Light Gets In, and explain how a change in perspective can transform the way we perform and live. Ben reflects on his work with former world number one Ash Barty, revealing how she learned to separate who she was from what she achieved, rediscovered the joy of playing tennis and developed the mindset that helped her triumph at Wimbledon. He also discusses his relationship with Andre Agassi and the extraordinary journey that saw Agassi rebuild his career and return from world number 141 to become number one again. Ben explains how Agassi found a deeper purpose beyond winning and learned to compete on his own terms. Drawing on his years at Nike, Ben shares lessons from founder Phil Knight, the importance of balancing process with instinct, and the story of the bold “what if?” thinking that helped create the Air Jordan phenomenon. He also explores how Michael Jordan used stories, rivalries and even imagined criticism to fuel his motivation. #BenCrowe #AshBarty #AndreAgassi #Wimbledon #Mindset #HighPerformance __ The Performance People podcast, in partnership with J.P. Morgan Private Bank, talks to high-performers in the world of sport and beyond, to bring defining moments, hard-earned insights and expert advice to everyday performance. New episodes every Tuesday. ___ The views and opinions expressed on Performance People are those of the guests and hosts, and do not necessarily represent the views of ainslie + ainslie, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, or any affiliated organisations. This podcast is produced by Gameface Limited and is intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. © Gameface Limited 2026. All rights reserved. Connect with Performance People Hit subscribe today for the latest. 🎧 Spotify/Apple Music http://www.performancepeoplepodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/performance.people/ ________________________________ The views and opinions expressed on Performance People are those of the guests and hosts, and do not necessarily represent the views of ainslie + ainslie, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, or any affiliated organisations. This podcast is produced by Gameface Limited and is intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. © Gameface Limited 2026. All rights reserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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