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UR Podcast S03E02: Returning to your fitness journey

We're warming up now. Into the third season of UR Podcast and episode 2 of 8 is available to stream right now.

Ken by Ken
February 9, 2026
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Whether you’ve taken a break from fitness due to injury, parenthood, career changes, or simply life overwhelming you, this second episode of the third season of UR Podcast from Urban Gym is your roadmap back. Listen back to episode 1 here.

On this week’s edition of UR Podcast, Andy and I dive deep into the psychology and practicality of restarting your fitness journey, exploring why February becomes the “now or never” moment for so many people. Andy shares the powerful “fitness bank account” concept, that your previous work isn’t lost, it’s saved, and explains why comparing yourself to who you were can be both motivating and paralysing.

From the oxygen mask principle (you can’t help others if you’re not healthy yourself) to managing the “all in” mentality that burns people out, this conversation is packed with real talk about meeting yourself where you’re at. 

If you’re tired of feeling tired and ready to take “UR first step” back, this episode will remind you that consistency beats intensity, muscle memory is real, and your health truly is your wealth.

And if you are thinking on returning to fitness, reach out and speak to one of the team at Urban Gym in confidence. They’ll meet you where you’re at and make sure your fitness journey is an enjoyable one. Visit their website, urbangym.ie, for more.

Subscribe to UR Podcast from Urban Gym on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you do your podcast listening.

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