Paul and Luke talk fit, lots and lots of fit! We catch up with inspiring guests ranging from, average Joes doing incredible things. To high level athletes, pushing boundaries in their chosen sports. Always unscripted, forever honest Asking the questions you want answered.
Episodes
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
In this episode we're rejoined by two of our first guests from season one, Tai Daly and Suzanne Turner. Tai and Suzanne but had highly ambitious goals going into 2020, we discuss how they've had to adapt, how theyve stayed motivated and what comes next.
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Gary House is a highly respected running coach, working with runners from all over the world. In this episode Gary tells us about how he started running and progressed from running up and down the Manchester canals to keep fit, to being a podium finisher over 24hrs.
We ask Gary about some of his coaching methods and how he gets the most from runners from all backgrounds, through "The Runstrong Club". We discuss the differences between training to run on flat roads compared to trails and mountains, we look at the dangers of "over racing". And touch on what the future holds for Gary and Runstrong.
Find more from us:
Gary - @garyhouse_
Paul - @paulrosept
Luke - @zen_anatomy
Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Anna Martin is a long time personal trainer, nutrition advisor and group exercise instructor. Not only coaching individuals and groups, but also leading workshops, to help people truly excel! Anna has also suffered with scoliosis for most of her life.
In this episode Anna talks to us about her approach to fitness. Both in terms of her own training, and how she gets the most from her clients. She talks about her scoliosis and how she has overcome crippling pain and muscle spasms, with the help of resistance training.
Anna also gives us an insight into her new group training platform - AMF World. Which is helping instructors to thrive and deliver the best possible experience for their clients and members.
Find more from us:
Anna - @annamartinfitness
Paul - @paulrosept
Luke - @zen_anatomy
Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Dean Clarke is a former soldier, a personal trainer and he's trying to change the way the world views mental health. In this episode we talk about Deans army career and subsequent reintrogration into the civilian world. Dean openly discusses his fitness career, steroid use and events which ultimately culminated in two failed suicide attempts. Dean speaks with brutal honesty about his diagnosis with PTSD and bipolar disorder. We talk in depth with Dean about how his own struggles with mental health have led to him dedicating his life to helping others improve their own mental and physical wellbeing.
Find more from us:
Dean - @nu_element
Paul - @paulrosept
Luke - @zen_anatomy
Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod
Monday Nov 02, 2020
Monday Nov 02, 2020
For over a decade the noise coming from the Crossfit comunity has been getting progressively louder. Whilst Crossfit is still constantly followed by a dark cloud misconceptions and accusations of being dangerous. Anyone claiming it's a fad that will pass by, is deluding themselves!
In this episode we talk to Erin Bonett, Erin is a physiotherapist and owner of Crossfit IOM. We ask "what is Crossfit?" And look at the differences between the sport and the training methodology. We look at what it takes to perform as a high level Crossfit athlete and address some of the misconceptions and accusations, to try and find if there's any truth to them.
Find more from us:
Erin: @erinbonett
Paul: @paulrosept
Luke: @zen_anatomy
Talking Fit: @talkingfitpod
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Josh Taylor is a bio chemistry student, a personal trainer and a former fitness model.
In this episode Josh talks about his experiences in the bodybuilding world and what it really takes to get a cover model body. We discuss the impact of social media, not just on bodybuilding, but on fitness consumers globally.
We also evaluate some commonly believed health and fitness myths. including the ideas that you need to cut carbs and do HIIT in order to lose weight.
Find more from us:
Josh - @joshtaylorpt
Paul - @paulrosept
Luke - @zen_anatomy
Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod
Monday Oct 12, 2020
Monday Oct 12, 2020
Hannah Camden has been in the fitness industry for 18 years. In that time, she's learned a thing or two about getting people results.
In this episode we talk female strength training and why lifting weights won't make you "bulky". We look at finding what works for you and why there is a style of training out there for everyone. We reminisce on trips to the mountains and the coast, and talk about the joys that can be found in nature.
Hannah also show immense bravery in speaking with completely openess and honesty about her own struggles with mental health. She talks about her lows and how she's worked to recover. As well as offering advice and support to anyone else who may be fighting their own battles.
Find more from us:
Hannah - @hannahcamdenpt
Paul - @paulrosept
Luke - @zen_anatomy
Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod
Monday Sep 14, 2020
Monday Sep 14, 2020
You may recognise the name Carla Molinaro. Back in July she made national news when she broke the world record for running from Lands End to John ‘O’ Groats. Finishing in 12 days and 30 minutes.
In this episode we talk about Carla's Record breaking run. We discuss the planning that goes into such a record attempt, the importance of having a team by your side, and question how to find the right balance of running and sleeping. Carla shares stories from the 12 days and tells us why the 30 minutes annoys her. She reminisces on past ultras and talks about her plans for future challenges. We discuss Carla's training and look at what it takes to mentally, to take on the incomprehensible. We debate running poles, and why leathery, 95 year old fell runners disapprove of there use.
The day we spoke with Carla, she had just received her certificate from 'Guiness world records', she speaks with great enthusiasm and humility about officially becoming a world record holder. And explains the implications her acheivements have had on her sibling rivalry.
See more from us:
Carla: @carlamolinaro
Paul: @paulrosept
Luke: @zen_anatomy
Talking Fit: @talkingfitpod
Monday Sep 07, 2020
Monday Sep 07, 2020
Alex Nemeth is the first Hungarian ever to complete the seven summits (the highest peak in every continent). In this episode we talk about her experiences on Mount Everest, as well as the other climbs. Alex talks about how she managed to prepare for Everest in Richmond Park, she talks about her motivation and overcoming her fear of heights. We talk about the death zone and risking your life to go to the toilet! Alex explains what happens when your oxygen mask breaks on a summit push.
Find more from us:
Alex - @alex7summits
Paul - @paulrosept
Luke - @zen_anatomy
Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod
Monday Aug 31, 2020
Monday Aug 31, 2020
Emma Bray is a comprehensively trained Pilates instructor, meaning she teaches both floor and equiptment based Pilates. She also holds diplomas in both counselling and nutrition.
In this episode we explore what Pilates actually is and how it differs from Yoga. We address some misconceptions that surround Pilates and look at how we can benefit from this movement methodology. We look at why you probably don't have inactive glutes and why your core isn't shot to pieces. We also talk about the positive relationship between physical activity and mental health.
Find more from us:
Emma - @emma_bray_pilates
Paul - @paulrosept
Luke - @zen_anatomy
Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod