Life With Danni Duncan

Seriously, nobody told us this about moving to Queensland?! As of recording this, we still don’t have a house so next time you hear from us we might be minus a kidney or have started a OF account. But besides that - a lot has happened.. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

This is HUGE  After getting this phone call I had to do a bonus episode for you  … It’s been a dream of mine for years, and now it’s finally happening  Check the symptom checker here - https://www.trustyourgut.org.au/  Link to my Bali Retreat in April here. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

When everything feels temporary, even the small things start to feel like too much… Honestly? I thought we’d be more settled. But now the mum guilt is kicking in and so many thoughts keep creeping in - am I impacting London’s development? Harper just started school… Is she getting enough rest? Am I being a terrible mother? This is a super open and vulnerable episode, and I think a lot of you are going to resonate. Link to my Bali Retreat in April here. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

At the time of recording we’ve officially been living on the Gold Coast for 11 days but things have NOT gone to plan… Oh and also Chris is a viral influencer now. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan. Mums, if you want to make sure that your toddlers are getting the good stuff in their milk - we’re talking whole milk not skim, no added sugars and no palm oil - make sure you check out Haven Toddler Milks. They have a full range of A2 Cow, Goat or Oat plant based toddler milks too so there’s something for every little tummy - and if you want a cheeky discount, make sure to use DANNI50 for 50% off your first single tin purchase.

Bowel cancer in people aged 25-45 is up 260%, and the more I learn… the more I know we cannot keep pretending this is normal. Today I’m sitting down with Nick “Dougie” Dugmore, winemarker, dad and bowel cancer survivor, whose story has hit 1.3M views for a reason. Since he started talking openly about his diagnosis - nearly 100 polyps have been found (and removed) in people who went to get checked because of him. This episode isn’t fear mongering, but what I wish someone had told me sooner. You’ll hear: ~ The symptoms Nick ignored and why so many young people dismiss them ~ How fear, stress + our emotional state can impact cancer recovery ~ Why Nick believes glyphosate is one of the biggest (and silent) problems affecting our generation ~ What’s actually happening in our food supply from a farmer ~ Alcohol, wine culture and whether a glass of red makes a difference to your health ~ How both of us have reframed our diagnoses and rebuilt our lives post cancer … and SO much more If you’ve been putting off getting checked… This is your sign. Support Nick on IG @stokewines_au and support his vineyard at www.stokewines.au (buy direct, it helps massively). If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

Women are doing more than ever, and our health is paying the price for it. I didn’t think I was going to get cancer - most people don’t. Neither did Clinical Nutritionist Gina Urlich but she was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer in January 2024. That’s why I wanted to get Gina on the poddy. To not only talk about her experience with cancer and stress but also to talk about psychoneuroimmunology: the connection between our brain, our immune system and our nervous system.  Stick around to find out: ~ What living through cancer and chronic stress taught us about the real mind–body connection ~ How your thoughts can literally switch your immune system on or off ~ The hidden inflammatory chain reaction happening to overwhelmed women ~ The “healthy” habits that are actually making everything worse ~ How mindset shaped Gina’s cancer treatment response in ways she didn’t expect ~ Is it ever too late to reverse the damage? ~ What your internal dialogue is doing to your immunity every single day ~ The biggest predictor of long-term health (it’s not what you think) ~ What to do when you feel exhausted, inflamed, anxious, and like your body is fighting you … and SO much more If you want more of Gina, you can book 1:1s with her at www.ginaurlich.co.nz or visit her on IG @gina.urlich If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

If someone told you there was one thing that could reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence by up to 30% and help you survive chemotherapy with your sanity intact… Would you do it?  Today I am interviewing a woman who has done just that.  Steph Lightfoot, mum of twins, cancer survivor and badass cancer exercise coach is about to tell you exactly why moving your body… might just save your life like it saved both of ours. You don’t want to miss the answers to these questions: What does the science say behind exercising while doing chemotherapy? Should ALL cancer patients be exercising… or does it depend on your diagnosis? What do people get WRONG about movement during cancer? Can lightly moving your body help fix fatigue from chemotherapy? Can exercise help prevent osteoporosis for cancer survivors?  Heart disease is one of the biggest killers of women… What should we be doing to reduce the risk of heart disease? If someone wants to start actively reducing their risk of cancer today, what should they do? … and SO much more Want to work with Steph? Visit her website over at www.cancercoach.me or head over to IG @cancercoach.me Mums, if you want to make sure that your toddlers are getting the good stuff in their milk - we’re talking whole milk not skim, no added sugars and no palm oil - make sure you check out Haven Toddler Milks. They have a full range of A2 Cow, Goat or Oat plant based toddler milks too so there’s something for every little tummy - and if you want a cheeky discount, make sure to use DANNI50 for 50% off your first single tin purchase. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching with me.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

Imagine finding out that foods marketed as “healthy,” “wholegrain,” “high in fibre,” “good for your kids!” are now part of a lawsuit claiming that they contribute to disease. Well… That’s exactly what’s happening.  And it might just be the watershed moment we’ve been hoping for. If you saw the news but don’t know what it actually means, or this is your first time hearing about it - then you’re in the right place. Today I’m sitting down with Australia’s leading Paediatric Nutritionist, Mandy Sacher to talk about what actually went down, whether it’s possible to change our kid’s diet from ultraprocessed foods to wholefoods, what ingredients you should be looking out for in the supermarket and how to know which foods you can trust. If you want to support Mandy’s Real Food Health Rating movement then head over to www.realfoodrating.com and if you’re interested in buying her new book Unfussy Eaters Club then you can preorder it here! If you’re keen to start learning how to read labels, you can buy my masterclass here. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

Download your free 2026 Goal Tracker here! Do you want to go into 2026 equipped with the tools, strength, courage and grit to push through everything life throws at you? To be able to find the positive in situations you’d usually be beaten down by? Then keep reading. If you had told me at the start of 2025 that I would be diagnosed with Stage 3 Bowel Cancer.. I wouldn’t have believed you.  It was one of the craziest years of my life but I can look at it and think about just how grateful I am to be able to touch and impact so many people with my story. And (hopefully) change so many lives too. We get to choose how we react to things - let’s make sure that we’re enjoying 2026 as much as we can 💛 If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

We hope you’re having the most beautiful day! And if you’ve escaped to the bathroom to “check something important,” don’t worry… we’ve all been there. 😎 Pour a glass of champagne, hide from the kids for 30 minutes, and come hang out with us. This year’s Duncan Family Wrapped is… unhinged. In the best way. Stick around to find out: ~ The stupidest argument we had in 2025 (and who was actually wrong) ~ The chaos our kids brought into the year (including a very public… situation 👀) ~ What we’re absolutely NOT bringing into 2026 ~ Predictions for next year - for us and for the kids ~ The funniest things the kids copied us saying (we cannot put this on the internet) ~ Our favourite meals, worst meals, best shows, best snacks, and who annoyed who the most ~ Whether Chris will actually finish the marathon he signed up for … and SO much more Have the most beautiful Christmas, and thanks for spending part of your day with us. Love, Danni & Chris 💛 If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

We’ve been dying to tell you guys… If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

Does Christmas make you anxious, worried or stressed about putting on weight? Other people think it’s such a lovely magical season but all you’re thinking about is that you’re going to put on another 5kgs? After you’ve worked so hard this year? Well this my friends, is the episode I want you to play every time you start getting anxious about Christmas. Save it to your phone, download it, bookmark it on YouTube, do whatever you need to do so that you always have access. You always have me in your corner whenever those thoughts creep in 💛 If you want an extra level of support right now, you can join my group coaching The Vitality Project here. You got this! I share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

When Dawn Mussallem was in her 20s, she was diagnosed with stage 4 lymphoma. In 2021, her heart failed and she underwent a heart transplant. Then one year later… She became the first person ever to run a marathon 12 months after a transplant. Dawn Mussallem is a perfect example of the impact nutrition and exercise can have on your health. But Dawn isn’t just talking from her experience. She’s a double board‑certified Mayo Clinic physician specialising in Breast Cancer and Oncology. So not only is she giving us advice she has taken on herself.. But backing it up by real studies such as how adults who eat more fruits, vegetables and whole grains reduced their risk of dying from any cancer by 10%. If there’s ever an episode that you need to listen to… It’s this one. Stick around to find out: ~ Dawn’s hottest take about the cancer health and wellness industry and why most people are focusing on the wrong things ~ How 3 doctors misdiagnosed her cancer (and the moment she realised something was seriously wrong) ~ Could Dawn’s lifestyle pre-cancer diagnosis have caused her diagnosis? ~ What’s more important for cancer recovery - strength training or cardio? ~ The shocking research showing exercise can be as beneficial as chemotherapy ~ Why ultra-processed foods are driving cancer rates in young adults ~ The study showing eating healthier at 20 can add up to 13 years to your life ~ How nutrition can increase energy and even help maintain muscle during chemo … and SO much more Mums, if you want to make sure that your toddlers are getting the good stuff in their milk - we’re talking whole milk not skim, no added sugars and no palm oil - make sure you check out Haven Toddler Milks. They have a full range of A2 Cow, Goat or Oat plant based toddler milks too so there’s something for every little tummy - and if you want a cheeky discount, make sure to use DANNI50 for 50% off your first single tin purchase. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

Guys Christmas is nearly here? How on earth did that happen? Although maybe it’s time to leave 2025 behind 😂 To start getting ready for the holidays we decided to do a Holiday edition of Sort Your Sh*t Out with Danni and Chris 🎅 Join us as we give you a life update (I am THIS close to getting rid of the cats), why Chris is spending $120 a week on cat food and also… if Chris would date a single mother. The Christmas questions we’re answering: How much is too much to spend on kids’ Christmas presents? Is it ever okay to not buy your partner a gift even if you agreed not to? Do we exercise over the break? What’s our screen-time limit over the holidays? And if you could cancel one thing about Christmas, what would it be… … and SO much more If you want more of these episodes, we have a whole Spotify playlist here. Mums, if you want to make sure that your toddlers are getting the good stuff in their milk - we’re talking whole milk not skim, no added sugars and no palm oil - make sure you check out Haven Toddler Milks. They have a full range of A2 Cow, Goat or Oat plant based toddler milks too so there’s something for every little tummy - and if you want a cheeky discount, make sure to use DANNI50 for 50% off your first single tin purchase. Send us your questions for the next edition of Sort Your Sh*t Out! Message me at @danni.duncan_ or Chris @chrisduncan7  If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.

In the last 13 months, I’ve had my fourth baby.  I attempted to run a marathon but only got through 30km because I was so anemic. Turns out I had bowel cancer and didn’t realise it. Since then, I’ve had bowel surgery and three months of chemotherapy. And now… I’m doing HYROX. (With my husband who had a portion of his lung removed a year ago). If that’s not encouragement that you can do ANYTHING, then I don’t know what is. I’m not built any differently to you so let this inspire you to see what could be possible for you… If only you knew. Mums, if you want to make sure that your toddlers are getting the good stuff in their milk - we’re talking whole milk not skim, no added sugars and no palm oil - make sure you check out Haven Toddler Milks. They have a full range of A2 Cow, Goat or Oat plant based toddler milks too so there’s something for every little tummy - and if you want a cheeky discount, make sure to use DANNI50 for 50% off your first single tin purchase. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

Today you’ll meet Jackie, one of my incredible clients who’s just finished 12 weeks of private coaching with me. Her story isn’t about fat loss or fitting into jeans. It’s about what happens when life hits you with the kind of pain you never see coming… and you decide you don’t want to live like this anymore. After two heartbreaking miscarriages and a year she calls “the year from hell” Jackie hit rock bottom. Her mental health crumbled, her panic attacks took weeks to recover from, and she realised something had to change. I want this episode to  inspire you to take action and make changes in your life because there is more out there for you than you think. Try the Antipodes Supernatural SPF 50+ Ceramide Silk Facial Sunscreen - it’s made from 100% natural origin minerals and gives proper broad-spectrum protection. None of that “moisturiser with SPF sprinkled in” rubbish. Get 20% off with code DANNID20 at www.antipodesnature.com If you want to sign up to my next round of coaching, you can do so here. Reach out to me on IG @danni.duncan_ and let me know that you came from the poddy 💛

When I saw that Serena Williams was on Ozempic - I was shocked and honestly pretty upset. I don’t care what people do to their own bodies, it’s their choice. But it’s the messaging. My daughter Harper is obsessed with tennis. She knows who Serena is, and ironically we use her as an example for Harper to eat her veggies and dinner to get healthy and strong. So just what are we teaching our kids now? If one of the most decorated athletes needs a fat loss injection to feel “herself” again after having kids. What does that mean for the rest of us? If you’re on a fat loss journey and you’ve been thinking about ozempic - please DM me, I’m so happy to give you some free advice. Try the Antipodes Supernatural SPF 50+ Ceramide Silk Facial Sunscreen - it’s made from 100% natural origin minerals and gives proper broad-spectrum protection. None of that “moisturiser with SPF sprinkled in” rubbish. Get 20% off with code DANNID20 at www.antipodesnature.com If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

Cancer is becoming more frequent for people under the age of 40. You already know my story - a  fitness and nutrition coach who is SO specific about what goes in my body and yet I was diagnosed with stage 2 bowel cancer earlier this year. In July this year, Sami - a fit and healthy personal trainer who was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer, and told by her doctors that she was inoperable. I wanted to get Sami on the podcast to share her own story, what her life was like before, the symptoms she experienced leading to her diagnosis, and her plan is to conquer cancer irrespective of what the doctors say.  This episode is important to listen to for a number of reasons, but if nothing else because Sami is an inspiration. The way she stays so grateful even when life throws sh*t at her… We could all learn something from her. Stick around to find out: What Sami’s life looked like before she was diagnosed (spoiler alert - she was living a healthy lifestyle) Why she chose chemotherapy even when people told her not to The mindset shift that keeps her pushing through everything The way she explained her cancer diagnosis to her young kids What Sami’s doing to make her body a place cancer can’t survive The shocking advice Danni’s oncologist gave me during chemo The first signs something was wrong… and how fast it escalated Why early detection for younger women needs to change The habits we’ve come to normalise that are making us sick What Sami wishes she’d done differently before her diagnosis Sami’s plan to fight, heal, and live to 90 If you want to support Sami head over to her IG @_sami_ or her PT studio @peachyfitbyronbay Mums, if you want to make sure that your toddlers are getting the good stuff in their milk - we’re talking whole milk not skim, no added sugars and no palm oil - make sure you check out Haven Toddler Milks. They have a full range of A2 Cow, Goat or Oat plant based toddler milks too so there’s something for every little tummy - and if you want a cheeky discount, make sure to use DANNI50 for 50% off your first single tin purchase. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app Fit By The Figure or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

In a world where bad news is so easy to consume, and we spend more time on our phones than we do moving our bodies or being with our loved ones.. It’s not surprising that our mental health is suffering. But did you know that moving your body for just 10 minutes a day can have a huge impact on your mental well being? Joining me on today’s episode is Sophie Scott, an Adjunct Professor at the University of Sydney, an award-winning broadcast journalist, as well as a TedX speaker. Sophie is passionate about mental health and movement so today we are chatting about just how much of a role movement and mindset can play in improving your wellbeing. You’ll hear: 0:00 - Sophie’s most controversial take on the wellness industry 5:15 - The cost being sedentary has on our mental health that nobody realises 7:51 - The research behind movement for mental health: how hard do you have to go to see the benefits? 10:35 - The Progress Principle and how 10 minutes a day might change everything for you 13:48 - Do different forms of exercise have different mental health benefits? 15:28 - How quickly does it take to see an improvement in your mental wellbeing when you start moving more? 16:51 - Most of us know movement will make us feel better.. So why don’t we do it? 19:05 - Why I was able to continue moving my body even through chemotherapy 20:51 - How can reframing the way we talk to ourselves make us happier AND more successful? 25:10 - The specific phrases and words we need to take out of our vocabulary if we want to improve our mental health 29:17 - The most important thing you can do if life gets in the way of progress 30:45 - Why we need to be careful what we say in front of kids - now more than ever 34:43 - Tips on getting non-sporty kids moving their bodies more and staying active 38:18 - What does the future of wellbeing look like? 42:29 - Sophie’s challenge: Try this for a week and see if it improves your mental health Want more of Sophie? Check out her IG @sophiescott2 or visit her website www.sophiescott.com If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app FIT by Danni Duncan or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.

Yes, I really did find a pair of leopard print panties in my room. No, they weren’t mine. And yes, I asked EVERY woman in my life if they belonged to her. Write a comment wherever you listen and let me know if you believe him or not after listening… We’re also talking about a million other things like: Why a bag of chips nearly turned into the fight of the year The one thing I wear to bed that Chris swears is killing the mood A quickfire round of questions that you should all be asking your husbands 😂 … and SO much more If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app Fit By The Figure or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.