
Ep. 8 - Why Gay Men Burn Out: From Pressure to Performing
23/11/2025 | 31 min
In this episode I talk about the silent stresses a lot of gay men struggle with and quite often suffer in silence leaving them feeling disconnected, unfulfilled and burned out. This has been a hot topic amongst a lot of my audience recently, so I wanted to explore the roots of it all, why it seems to affect more gay men and how we can break free from chronic stress and burn out and find more ease, flow and alignment To find out more information about our last intake of 2025 to join ProudFit then head on over to my Instagram and drop me a DM @kieronlyonsfitness and I'll send you all the details

Ep.7 - The Invisible Pressure Gay Men Carry Every Day
17/10/2025 | 23 min
In this episode, I discuss the heavy weight so many gay men carry around daily - the constant need to prove yourself, be productive, stay switched on, and hold it all together. We unpack where this pressure comes from, how it shows up as burnout, imposter syndrome, or overcompensation - and what it actually takes to start feeling safe in your own skin. If you’ve ever felt like rest has to be earned or success is the only way to feel enough… this one’s for you!For more information about ProudFit and for more helpful content you can find me on instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/kieronlyonsfitness

Ep. 6 - The Hidden Reason You Keep Falling Off Track
19/9/2025 | 19 min
In this episode I talk about the one thing that's needed in order to build authentic confidence as a gay man, the one thing needed to create more discipline and motivation on your journey and the one thing that will allow you to finally break-free from all-or-nothing thinking, perfectionism and self-sabotage and learn how to rely on yourself. After coaching 100's of gay men over the past few years THIS is the big thing that most people are missing but don't want to admit to - and it was the same for me for many years. I also give you a simple framework to overcome this challenge to step into your potential. Hope it resonates! If you'd to find out more about ProudFit, head on over to my IG and say hello - https://www.instagram.com/kieronlyonsfitnessDon't forget to like & subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the latest episodes.

Ep. 5 - Combatting Overthinking, Perfectionism & Burnout As A Gay Man (With Paul Haynes)
18/8/2025 | 1 h 13 min
In this episode I am joined by Paul Haynes, a leadership coach who helps individuals in the LGBTQ+ community and execs, leaders and team overcome self-doubt and lead with confidence. We share insights, tools and techniques that can help you combat overthinking and work with that inner voice as well as why we struggle with perfectionism, comparison and burnout in the gay community.You can find Paul here:https://www.paulhaynescoaching.com/https://www.instagram.com/courageous_edge_coaching

Ep.4 - Your New Secret Weapon To End All-or-Nothing Thinking
08/8/2025 | 14 min
In this episode we talk about the main thing stopping most gay men from finding consistency and achieving incredible results with their health, fitness & wellbeing. Why juggling a busy lifestyle doesn't mean that you can't get the results you deserve and the SECRET WEAPON you can use to break free from all-or-nothing thinking. I go through the tools and strategies I use with my clients that have helped them move away from perfectionism and self-doubt to build way more self-trust and confidence. If you'd like to find out more about what I do and how I've helped 100's of gay men go from 'surviving' to thriving with their fitness, physique & mindset, find me on instagram @kieronlyonsfitness and I'll be happy to connect with you!



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