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The Stage Strong Podcast

Rory Phelan

This is a private podcast for the Stage Strong community to help you build blockbuster confidence and find structure in the unstructed life of performing. These episodes will help you build your knowledge around health, nurition and habits!

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  • 26 episodes
  • a few times a week
  • Avg 25 min
  • English
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  • #125
    Friday · 53 min

    Mindset Masterclass - Priorities - What Do They Mean To Me?

    This week we focused on priorities and how they shift with the seasons, especially as autumn and winter make routines feel harder to maintain. We explored the difference between stated priorities and lived priorities, and how things like people-pleasing, guilt, avoidance, perfectionism, and comparison can pull us away from what matters most.

  • #122
    October 19 · 11 min

    Part 3 - Creating Space When You Can't Get Away

    What do you do when you can’t physically get away from work? In this episode, we explore small ways to create space - physically, socially, digitally and mentally - so you can protect your downtime, switch off and hold onto who you are outside of work. Enjoy!

  • #121
    October 12 · 9 min

    Part 2 - Are you Actually Switching Off?

    You might have finished work, but has your brain? In this episode, we’re checking in on where work might still be creeping into your downtime - physically, mentally, socially, digitally and emotionally - and looking at one small change you can make to help you truly switch off. Enjoy!

  • #120
    October 5 · 23 min

    When Work Stress Takes Over Part 1

    What happens when work doesn’t just take up your time, but starts to take over your whole world? Whether you’re on tour, on a cruise ship or simply struggling to switch off, we’re exploring blurred boundaries, stress, comparison and how to create space for yourself when you can’t always escape the work environment. Enjoy!

  • #119
    October 1 · 33 min

    You Don’t Have To Do This Alone - Why Community And Support Matters

    In this weekly drop-in, we discuss why community, support, and accountability are often more important than motivation alone for building lasting health and fitness habits. We share real-life examples of how partners, family, and coaches can help create consistency, celebrate wins, and make progress feel more sustainable through the messy parts of life.

  • #118
    September 28 · 8 min

    The Stages of Growth Finale: The Next 7 Days

    It’s time to turn reflection into action. In this episode, we're taking everything we've learned about your stage of growth and bring it into the next seven days - focusing on what’s working, what you can simplify, what you’ve been avoiding, and the one realistic action that will help you keep moving forward. Enjoy!

  • #117
    September 24 · 47 min

    Mindset Masterclass - Comfort Eating, Comparison, and Reconnecting With Your Why

    In this session Frankie explores comfort eating as a coping strategy, the role of self-sabotage, and how to build self-compassion instead of judgment. We also discussed comparison in the performance/fitness world, reframing it as inspiration rather than a measure of worth, and unpacking how to reconnect with your “why” in a way that’s clear, personal, and sustainable.

  • #115
    September 21 · 11 min

    What Does Your Stage Need From You?

    Once you know what stage of growth you’re in, what do you actually do with that information? In this episode, I'm exploring what each stage needs from you. From curiosity and compassion, to simplicity, flexibility and recognition...so you can stop judging where you are and start working with it. Enjoy!

  • #116
    September 17 · 34 min

    Comparison, Consistency & Coming Back Strong

    In this week’s drop-in we spoke into comparison and how to stay focused on what you can control. We looked at practical ways to reset after illness or burnout, ease back into training and nutrition, and build consistency without needing perfection. We also explored how to stay on track during busier, more chaotic periods with simple planning and flexible routines.

  • #114
    September 14 · 11 min

    Stages of Growth Part 2 - What Stage Are You In?

    This is part 2 of our September series...'The Stages of Growth', and today we're looking into identifying what stage you are in. So if you haven't checked out part 1 then I'd go ahead and do that, then come back to discover how we can explore and identify exactly where you are in the stages of growth cycle. Enjoy!

  • #113
    September 9 · 33 min

    What’s Your Why? Showing Up When You Don’t Feel Like It

    This week I wanted to share a bit of a personal note - that to most peoples surprise I don't look forward to every gym session or get excited to go! Today we took a moment to remind ourselves that progress comes from consistency, not perfection. We cover training motivation, finding your deeper “why,” navigating busy ship life and social events, and managing nutrition and recovery without overdoing it.

  • #112
    September 7 · 22 min

    Mindset Mondays - Stages of Growth Pt 1

    This months focus is on the Stages of Growth. We will be focusing in on what to expect throughout your journey and how to navigate the wins and challenges throughout.

  • #111
    September 3 · 46 min

    90-Day September Reset: Goals, Habits, and Momentum

    In this weekly drop-in,we are looking at a 90-day planning session focused on turning big end-of-year goals into clear 30, 60, and 90-day milestones. We dive into consistency with training and nutrition, building better daily routines, improving accountability, and staying motivated by tracking small wins that lead to bigger results.

  • #110
    August 31 · 13 min

    How to Make the Last 4 Months of the Year Work for You

    There are four months left of the year, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to panic, overhaul your life or race towards every goal you set back in January. In this episode, I'm looking at how to use the final part of the year intentionally: reflecting on what’s worked, deciding what actually matters to you now, and focusing on small, realistic actions that can make a big difference by December. It’s not about doing more, it’s about making the next four months work for you. Enjoy!

  • #109
    August 27 · 50 min

    Mindset Masterclass - The End Of Summer Reset & Reconnect

    As we look ahead into September we reflect on the summer, identifying what we want to keep, leave, and add, and setting simple anchors to support our wellbeing without slipping into perfectionism or productivity pressure as we head towards the final 4 months of the year

  • #108
    August 24 · 15 min

    Identifying What's Really Holding You Back

    In this episode I'm digging beneath the surface to uncover the real obstacles standing in your way. Whether it's a lack of time, perfectionism, stress, fear of failure, or simply solving the wrong problem, I want to help you learn how to identify what's keeping you stuck and, more importantly, what to do about it. If you've ever felt like you just need "more motivation," this episode might completely change the way you approach your health journey. Enjoy!

  • #107
    August 19 · 28 min

    When The Excitement Wears Off

    We often think progress should feel exciting - new goals, new PBs and constant changes. But the reality is that long-term results are usually built in the weeks where nothing particularly exciting happens. This week we're looking at how to keep going when the novelty wears off, and why boring can actually be a sign that you're doing something right.

  • #106
    August 17 · 15 min

    Set Yourself Up for Success This Week

    A new week doesn't need a perfect plan - it just needs a clear direction. In this episode, I share a simple framework to help you prioritise what matters, stay consistent with your fitness and health, and make meaningful progress in your musical theatre career. If you've ever reached Friday wondering where the week went, this one's for you. Let's start the week with intention, not just good intentions. Enjoy!

  • #105
    August 10 · 13 min

    Self-Belief: Stop Waiting for Confidence

    Today I'm exploring self-belief, and this isn't about convincing yourself you're capable - it's about collecting enough evidence that you can trust yourself, regardless of the outcome. Enjoy!

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