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Bryony Deery is a world-renowned Pilates teacher and the founder of the health and fitness app Pilates By Bryony. She discovered Pilates after a serious car accident at the age of 17. Through the practice, she healed her chronic pain and began teaching others. Today, Bryony has trained some of the most inspirational people of our time—all while having life-changing conversations as they move.

Beyond the Mat is a podcast inspired by those conversations on the mat. With so much conflicting information about wellness and fitness today, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and confused. On the show, Bryony cuts through the noise in a way that’s relatable and practical, offering tangible tips you can actually use. Expect full-disclosure moments, life hacks to level up your life, and stories that activate your dreams—with no gatekeeping allowed.

Join us every Thursday.


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This week’s episode is a little different. I’m sitting down for a solo Q&A and catch-up, answering your questions on motherhood, postpartum recovery, routine, discipline, and wellbeing with a personal update at the end.I open up honestly about how I’m finding early motherhood, from the magic of life with a newborn to the mental load, mum guilt, and hormonal shifts that took me by surprise. I share what’s helping me navigate this phase, including structure, routine, calming my nervous system, and learning to focus on one thing at a time.I also walk you through my current daily routine, how I’m approaching movement, nutrition, supplements, and postpartum training, alongside the mindset shifts shaping this new chapter from discipline and visualisation to doing more with less.//  MORE FROM BRYONY //Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here.Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony.Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, I’m joined by my incredible doctor, Dr Claire Mellon, Obstetrician and founder of Claire Mellon Associates, for an open and reassuring conversation covering fertility, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery, the topics so many of you asked about.We explore how to best prepare your body for pregnancy, including nutrition, supplements, cycle awareness, as well as the often-overlooked role of insulin resistance, PCOS, and male health in conception. Claire shares clear, practical insights for anyone trying to conceive, especially if you’re feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice or frustrated by doing “all the right things” without results.We also move into birth preparation and postpartum care, breaking down the pressure around birth choices and why a collaborative, flexible approach matters. From labour support to the emotional and hormonal shifts after birth, this episode offers clarity and real-world guidance for anyone navigating conception, pregnancy, or early motherhood. //  MORE FROM BRYONY //Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here.Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony.Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, I sit down with Kira Jackson for a true masterclass in branding, business building, and marketing. As the Chief Brand Officer at Set Active, Kira walks us through her impressive career journey, from PR and Private Equity to leading one of today’s most influential apparel brands.This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their brand or boost conversions with practical, high-impact marketing strategies.Kira breaks down everything from creating a strong brand identity to the power of storytelling, consumer experience, trends, engagement rates, and the brands she believes are doing it best. She also shares how to succeed when launching a business in popular markets, from ideation, product development and innovative marketing strategies. What’s in this episode:Kira's Career JourneyThe Role of Storytelling in MarketingTransition to Set ActiveChallenges and Strategies at Set ActiveIdentifying Gaps in the MarketInnovative Marketing StrategiesTop Brands and Their Marketing Success//  MORE FROM BRYONY //Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here.Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony.Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We’re continuing our mini January series with a soul-nourishing conversation with the amazing Jenna Zoe, Human Design expert and a source of clarity and insight, to help you step into the New Year with purpose, intention and ease.Together, we talk about what it means to set aligned intentions, because it’s not just about writing a list of goals, it’s about knowing your why. From navigating the overwhelm of fresh starts to defining the commitments that fuel you, we look at the practical strategies for creating lasting change, set realistic goals, and how to evaluate your progress.Jenna shares her insights on identifying energy drains, cultivating daily habits that build self-trust, and using triggers as portals for growth. Whether you're craving motivation to spiritual guidance, this episode brings inspiration you need to start your year grounded and empowered.Topics you’ll learn about:Visualising and Achieving GoalsEmbracing Life's LessonsNavigating Commitments and Energy DrainsTriggers, Self-ReflectionEvidence JournalsBuilding Habits and Self-Trust//  MORE FROM BRYONY //Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here.Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony.Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ready to level up your confidence and make your January goals stick? In this confidence special episode, Izzy Utterson, the Glow Up Queen, returns to the podcast to share her 4-step Confidence Cycle, a powerful method to redefine your self-concept, visualise real outcomes, stack habits effectively, track your progress, and incorporate practical rituals that prime your brain for success.If you’ve heard of these techniques but never used them, or even if you use them every day, this is a must-listen to truly understand what they can do, to transform your life and how to implement them for long-lasting change.Izzy also reveals the one mindset shift that can make your January promises stick, giving you the tools to stay on track.What’s in this episode:Izzy’s 4 Steps to Build Confidence The Power of VisualisationBuilding and Stacking HabitsIncorporating Positive AffirmationsThe Power of JournalingSetting and Achieving GoalsThe Compound Effect and NeuroplasticityNo Zero DaysMaintaining Motivation Beyond January//  MORE FROM BRYONY //Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here.Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony.Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We’re back and we’re starting the year strong! In this solo episode, it’s all about coming together as a community to make this our most grounded, empowered, and transformative year yet. I’m answering your biggest January questions on mindset, motivation, routines, habits, fitness, and wellness, and I’m exploring what it takes to step fully into your year.I’m breaking down the simple tools to help you reconnect to yourself throughout the year, from your momentum, purpose, goal setting and the small daily actions that create big transformation, including my favourite visualisation practices, nutrition principles.I’ve also got some exciting announcements about our January Challenge and what’s coming next for our community!What’s in this episode:Finding Motivation and Setting GoalsMaintaining Momentum and Embracing ChangeBuilding Sustainable HabitsTransforming Your Life with ChallengesFitness, Pilates, and Body TransformationHealth, Nutrition, and Wellness TipsSelf-Development and Finding PurposeVision, Goal Setting, and Next ChapterJanuary Challenge//  MORE FROM BRYONY //Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here.Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony.Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
My hospital bag is finally packed! On this episode, I’m going through exactly what I’m taking with me and I share my final trimester and pregnancy thoughts, the highs, lows, cravings and routines.You’ll hear practical tips, must-have essentials, and a couple of items I never expected to pack. I’m also sharing how I’ve stayed consistent throughout pregnancy, including the modified workouts that have kept me feeling good.As our final episode of 2025, I want to say the biggest thank you to this incredible community. Your support this year has meant the world to me and kept me so accountable! I’ll be back here in 2026 with more incredible guests.Don’t miss my January challenge teaser at the end, designed to launch your most transformative and energised year yet!//  MORE FROM BRYONY //Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here.Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony.Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, I sit down with Rochelle Humes, Presenter, Entrepreneur, Co-founder of our matcha brand Cloudcha, and podcast host.Rochelle takes us through her journey from girl-band beginnings in The Saturdays to building and leading multiple businesses, opening up about how her wellness philosophy has shifted and what discipline and consistency really looks like for her. She shares the systems, boundaries, and mindset shifts that help her stay grounded, and the flexible structure she uses to manage life’s many moving parts. She tells us the story behind her podcast Ladies Who Launch, her favourite productivity rituals, and the non-negotiables that protect her energy and wellbeing.Plus, Rochelle reveals the one simple task she swears by, to set yourself up for the best possible January and year ahead.Use Code BRYONY10 for 10% discount on My Little Coco https://mylittlecoco.co.uk/ . (Applies to one-time purchases, minimum spend on overs over £30)//  MORE FROM BRYONY //Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here.Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony.Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, I’m catching up on all your favourite topics from fitness and Pilates advice to supplements, productivity and mindset. I share my go-to skincare products, one of the most underrated wellness tools I swear by, how I create my content, and my favourite glow-up tips. Plus, I give more information about our Black Friday deal. Thank you for being the most amazing community and I hope you love this episode!//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode I’m joined by Leslie Kenny, founder of Oxford Healthspan and the Oxford Longevity Project. This conversation was one of the most profound transformations I’ve heard. At 39, while facing infertility and undergoing IVF, Leslie was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. She was told she only had five years to live and they couldn’t help her with any treatments. Refusing to accept this prognosis, Leslie started a life changing transformation to reclaim her health and save her life. Through eliminating inflammatory triggers, restoring balance in her body, and supporting its natural healing process, she renewed her health from the inside out.At now 60 years old, she is autoimmune disease-free, conceived naturally at 43 and has the biological age of 21. In this deeply inspiring episode, Leslie opens up about her challenging story, sharing the lifestyle and dietary changes that made the biggest impact, and revealing the one hidden trigger almost everyone overlooks.Other links to include;Kaatsu Bandshttps://kaatsu.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqbQOJM_X1c42tC_5v1DAbCByaPc6s2uIJwYDBAh6a4K3JrgfGkCode BEYONDTHEMAT for 20% discount https://oxford-healthspan.myshopify.com?sca_ref=9740151.EkSo3tsTaG87Z5CQ //   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Frankie Bridge, Broadcaster, Author, Entrepreneur, and former band member of The Saturdays for an open and honest conversation about her life journey.This cosy girl chat explores the challenges we face but don’t always talk about. Frankie shares her own mental health challenges, from the early days in the spotlight to finding a new identity beyond the stage. Frankie shares personal moments that stood out and offers insights to help others experiencing similar feelings.We talk about the realities of motherhood, starting a business, and Frankie’s down-to-earth perspective on parenting and pregnancy. We also discuss the wellness rituals we swear by, journalling sessions for children, and how Frankie started her fashion brand, Faves.Listen for practical advice on staying present, balancing life, and navigating parenthood with mindfulness and resilience.//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, as we get ready for the return of our Cosy Season Challenge (back by popular demand!), we’re embracing the slower pace of the season and taking a moment to pause and reflect. Join Bryony for a real-time journaling session, with guided prompts designed to help you reset and reconnect. Whether you’re out on a walk, on the sofa with your journal, or simply taking 15 minutes just for you, this episode is the perfect opportunity to set clear intentions, reflect and feel grounded.//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. //  SPONSORS  // BetterHelp: Go to betterhelp.com/beyondthemat for 10% off your first month. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, Bryony answers your questions, submitted by our amazing listeners. First, she shares a quick life update, including recent travels and what’s new in her third trimester. Next, Bryony responds to your questions getting into all the details, from the practical to the personal. From making the most of your Pilates practice, including top tips for core strength, navigating relationships, body confidence, practical tools to manage negative thoughts, skincare essentials, honest entrepreneurial advice and more.//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, I was invited to explore what’s next in health, movement, and longevity, live from the Healf HX25 event. Hosted by Dr. Kristen Holmes, Chief Performance Officer at WHOOP, I was joined in conversation with Kayla Barnes-Lentz, a leading voice in female health optimisation and one of the most publicly measured women on the planet.Together, through our own experiences and expertise, we discussed empowered movement, biohacking, the importance of tracking personal signals and biggest movement sins including that one change that will transform your results. Kayla discusses the latest research shaping the future of longevity, her daily biohacking protocols, and top biomarker recommendations for anyone starting their own longevity journey.//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use code BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week’s episode is a really special one. I sit down with the remarkable Rosie Fawehimi, model, mum of two and in 2023, just 11 months postpartum, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. In this conversation, Rosie speaks so honestly and I am in awe of her inspiring mindset. She takes us back to the moment she discovered her lump, how she received her diagnosis, her chemotherapy treatment plan, the most challenging moment and how she navigated the toughest days. Now in remission, Rosie opens up about the one life lesson that grounds her today and shares the rituals that continue to support her healing and the self-care practices that help her reconnect with her mind and body. For anyone walking a similar path, Rosie offers thoughtful and practical advice and she reveals her new podcast, "Everything Changed," launching in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a space for honest, meaningful conversations like hers.I really hope this episode brings hope and support to anyone going through something similar or to those supporting someone who is.@everythingchangedpodcast@rosie_fawehimi //   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week's episode, I’m joined by the incredible Jess Hunt, my good friend and the founder of the beauty brand REFY for the ultimate girl chat and a very exciting announcement. This conversation is for anyone who is looking for a beauty and business power talk!  We share top beauty products, wellness rituals and step by step morning routines, but we also discuss the challenges. How we navigate the overwhelming moments, what it really takes to build a brand and how we show up for ourselves and each other. Jess also shares her favourite behind the scenes moments whilst building REFY, invaluable insights into the brand’s growth and how she connects with her community.Also some big news! We’re launching a new challenge together on 6th October on Pilates By Bryony. We’re bringing you brand new classes with Jess, Jess’s favourite classes, new recipes, and more. Join us for a feel good episode with beauty, wellness, and high self energy all in one place.//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. //  SPONSORS  // BetterHelp: Go to betterhelp.com/beyondthemat for 10% off your first month. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this solo episode, I open up about my second trimester journey, sharing real, personal reflections, helpful tips, and everything in between. From shifting hormones and body changes to how I’ve adapted my workouts and approached nutrition. I also talk about how I’m preparing for our baby’s arrival, my favourite moments so far, handling advice overload and what has surprised me the most. Join me for an open, honest conversation about this stage of pregnancy.//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. //  SPONSORS  // BetterHelp: Go to betterhelp.com/beyondthemat for 10% off your first month. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, struggling to let go, or seeking meaningful life advice. This one is for you. On this week’s unmissable episode, The Mind Architect, Peter Crone returns for a powerful, transformative, and deeply resonant follow-up to his hugely popular first episode. Peter responds to some bold and vulnerable questions from our amazing listeners and unpacks the hidden patterns and mental blocks that quietly hold so many of us back. He gives us some of the most impressive break-through insights and thoughtful advice you’ll hear!Together, we explore how to break free from limiting beliefs, rewrite the internal narratives that shape your reality, stop overthinking, relationship advice and finally release what no longer serves you. If you’re ready for a whole new perspective, and a genuine mindset reset, this conversation will change how you think, feel, and live.https://www.petercrone.com/@petercrone//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the Pilates By Bryony app here.Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, I sit down with visionary entrepreneur Mimi Bouchard, founder of Activations who takes us inside the science of visualisation and how you can create the life you want.Mimi breaks down the neuroscience behind visualisation, what’s actually happening in the brain during this time and how we can use this powerful tool to elevate our thoughts and manifest life-changing results. She also shares the single biggest mindset shift that changed everything for her and how you can apply it to your own journey of growth and transformation. We talk about the tangible ways you can activate your future self, train your mind, expand your vision, and ground your goals, showing you exactly how to create the life you were meant to live.//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Get your free 7-day trial of Pilates by Bryony here. Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the app. Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube.  Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week’s episode, we’re romanticising a cosy, September energy and chatting about how to use this transitional month as your personal reset. We explore how to be really intentional with your routines, goals and time. We go into Bryony’s top tips to discover your more meaningful and non aesthetic “why,” how to show up with renewed purpose and how to use mini goals as a way of getting the most of this year. Get cosy, take your planner and let’s reset and refocus, September style.//   MORE FROM BRYONY  // Get your free 7-day trial of Pilates by Bryony here. Use BEYOND30 to get a free 30-days on the app. Visit pilatesbybryony.com and shop our products here. Follow me on Instagram @bryonydeery @pilatesbybryony. Watch Beyond the Mat on YouTube.  Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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