On this episode of the All Things ABC Podcast, we learn about the new Live Better Perform Programme as well as  how to best critique our individual lifestyle performance goals and nutrition preferences before considering supplementation.

Jamie, our ABC Head of Nutrition, joins Niamh and Sean for this episode as he delves into the intricate world of supplements. He explains the critical distinction between functional foods and traditional supplements, emphasising the importance of food-first approaches while acknowledging the practical need for supplementation. Jamie discusses essential nutrient considerations, highlights the evidence-based efficacy of five key performance supplements, and outlines strategic fuelling protocols for optimal athletic performance. 

Get ready for a deep dive into prioritising nutrition, understanding supplementation, and crafting individualised performance strategies. 

The trio also discuss hydration, energy intake, and the timing of nutrient consumption tailored for athletes and enthusiasts preparing for events like Hyrox

00:56 Understanding Supplementation

01:55 Debate on Functional Foods

03:56 ABC Nutrition Pyramid

07:33 Health-Based Supplements

10:04 Performance-Based Supplements

17:56 Creatine: Benefits and Usage

26:21 Beta-Alanine and Sodium Bicarbonate

29:53 Sodium Bicarbonate and Gastric Issues

31:05 Nitrates and Their Benefits

32:02 Caffeine and Its Effects

33:20 Fuelling Strategies for Events

35:58 Carbohydrate Loading Techniques

46:53 Hydration Strategies

52:59 Live Better Perform Programme

The Live Better Programme returns for ABC Members on Monday, September 15th with spaces limited in each location

Noel, Niamh & Sean are back with another episode of the All Things ABC Podcast. 

After Noel puts his breathwork to use, dealing with the traffic before recording the episode, the guys discuss:

- Best ways to ramp up your working sets for lifting in the gym as Niamh trains for Athx

- Why Noel chose the monkey bars as his challenge

- The importance of the 300m Ski Challenge in the ABC Athlete sessions and what it's really helping you with

- Sustainable Health & Fitness - and what happens when you do it the WRONG way

- Why Strength Training is the Fountain of Youth

- Not Adapting to Change but Driving It

- Training With Purpose

And much more

Noel, Niamh & Seán are back for the monthly All Things ABC podcast.

In this episode of the podcast, after discussing Seán arriving to his wedding on a horse, the guys talk about various health topics including the impact of their blood test results, revealing insights about their sleep patterns, caffeine consumption, and overall wellness. They also talk about whether being affiliated with Hyrox helped get them tickets for November's event as well as potential alternatives for members (YOUR feedback is needed here!).

After the recent Coaches Training Day, Noel, Noamh and Seán emphasise the core values of ABC: including life purpose, making an impact, and empowerment. They shine a light on the gym's mission to not just improve physical health but also enrich the overall quality of life for its members, and Noel somehow links it all to  'The Devil Wears Prada.' 

00:30 Introduction and Catching Up

00:51 Wedding Highlights and Funny Moments

03:13 Health and Fitness Insights

04:12 Blood Test Revelations

11:30 Hyrox Tickets and Alternatives for members

18:31 Business Review and Future Plans

24:21 Our Slogan: Adding Life to Your Day...

24:59 Quality of Life vs. Longevity

26:29 Foundation and Purpose of Training

28:45 Core Values: Life and Purpose

39:33 Core Values: Impact

43:58 Empowerment Through Fitness

48:28 Vision for the Future

You can follow ABC Gym on Instagram @ABCGym.ie

In this episode, Noel, Niamh, and Seán discuss the upcoming ABC Games, participating Hyrox events, what a typical session and your first 30 days at ABC look like, and much more.

Noel shares his recent experiences at the Hybrid Series in Athlone with some members of ABC Trim, highlighting the improvements Helen and he made in the doubles event compared to last November, along with sharing training insights into where they found those improvements. 

They explore the philosophy and structure behind ABC's training sessions, emphasising the importance of strength training, longevity, and maintaining a holistic approach to fitness. From individual accomplishments to team competitions like the ABC Games, the conversation touches on the challenges, triumphs, and ongoing personal growth that define the ABC community. 

00:30 Noel competing in the Hybrid Games and Hyrox training strategies

06:03 The ABC Games and Training Motivation

10:28 The First 30-Day Challenge and Fitness Journey at ABC

19:44 Longevity and Functional Fitness

26:37 Core Values and Authenticity

27:44 The ABC Client Demographics and Their Needs

32:06 Strength Training Benefits and The Misconceptions in Fitness

41:43 Training Like an Athlete

47:17 Typical Gym Session Structure at ABC

In this episode of the 'All Things ABC Podcast,' hosts Noel, Niamh, and Seán discuss a wide range of topics, from the fallout from our fundraising for the Irish Cancer Society to ABC's future plans. 

The conversation also delves into sports performance, the importance of strength training, and the progressive vision for the gym industry with insightful stories, member experiences, and the team's vision for fostering a healthier, longer, and more fulfilled life through fitness. 

Tune in to explore how you can add days to your life and life to your days through thoughtful fitness strategies.

01:01 How Seán didn't quite think through the branding of the My Zone Challenge

03:36 Life Updates and Personal Stories

04:33 Battle Cancer Fundraising Journey

12:37 Handling Highs and Lows of a Big Event

20:34 Future Vision and Preventative Healthcare

26:32 How Strength Train can reduce Life-Altering Injuries and help you recover quicker from them

27:47 Fitness Beyond Fat Loss

29:43 The Importance of Strength Training

37:22 Challenges in Commercial Gyms vs The Pod System

45:18 Training Like an Athlete: How GAA Training is Similar to the Everyday ABC Athlete

55:37 Future ABC Vision and Goals

In this episode of the All Things ABC podcast, Noel interviews Scott Britton (@scottbrits on Instagram), the founder of Battle Cancer. 

Scott shares his compelling journey from a turbulent childhood to creating a global movement that has raised over £8 million for cancer charities. Discussing his diverse athletic feats, from powerlifting to Ironman challenges and the incredible community support behind Battle Cancer, Scott emphasises the importance of hard work, leadership, and leveraging collective effort for impactful fundraising. After listening to this episode, your motivation levels will be through the roof for this Saturday's Battle Cancer event in the RDS!

02:06  Scott's Journey to Success

03:50 Overcoming Adversity

05:48 Creating Battle Cancer

09:20 Scott's Motivation and Values

16:22 Fundraising Challenges

19:41 Battle Cancer's Success in Ireland

20:41 The Power of Community and Teamwork

24:03 Personal Stories of Resilience

26:02 Scott Britton's Future Challenges

29:36 The Battle Cancer Mindset

33:59 Expanding Battle Cancer Globally

36:40 Memorable Stories, Tattoos and Final Thoughts

To help ABC reach our 50k in 50 Days goal, please click the link below:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/abcgymbattlecancer2025

In this episode of the All Things ABC podcast, Niamh, Noel & Seán reflect the recent Battle Cancer Training Day and Live Better events, look forward to our fundraising night in aid of the Irish Cancer Society and discuss the importance of creating a supportive gym environment through empowerment.

They also share personal stories (including why Noel is 'fit to kill' Seán when Seán talks about his story at the start of the podcast) and discuss other upcoming events, such as the Battle Cancer Hype Day and why our goal is for our members to be able to LEAVE the gym! The conversation touches on the transformative impact of fitness, from conquering social anxiety to building lifelong confidence. Listen in to hear how ABC is more than just a gym; it's a community built on 'the 5 E's'.

01:25 Seán's most asked question on they gym floor lately...

02:38 Niamh's Exciting update

04:03 Noel's Parenting Challenges and Triumphs

06:14 ABC Gym Community and Events

06:32 Battle Cancer Event and Fundraising

23:16 Empowerment and Member Stories

33:02 Confidence Through Gym Culture

34:55 Proud Moments and Gym Stories

38:56 Empowerment Through Fitness

43:12 The Importance of Education in Fitness

46:40 Creating a Supportive Gym Environment

50:08 Overcoming Social Anxiety in the Gym

59:51 Encouraging Participation and Growth

01:06:58 The Power of Community Events & How To Make Sure You Don't Miss Out On Our Fundraising Night in the Glenroyal

In this week's All Things ABC Podcast, Noel, Niamh, and Seán continue their conversation from the first episode and talk about the new classes on our timetable to complement the ABC Small Group PT sessions.

03:21 Accountability, Class Benefits and Variety

06:43 Balance 2.0

11:48 Conditioning Club and MyZone Heart Rate Zones

17:52 Hyrox Classes and Whether we are a "Hyrox Gym" now

24:34 Battle Cancer Prep Classes

26:23 Build Classes

27:18 Why Personal Training will always be our Bread and Butter

32:29 Behind the Scenes Peak at our Class Planning and Future Plans

In the season two premiere of the All Things ABC Podcast, hosts Seán, Noel, and Niamh discuss their ambitious goals for 2025, including a 50,000 euro in 50 days challenge to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. They share personal stories about their experiences with cancer and outline the importance of community and teamwork. The episode touches on the impact of fitness, the significance of personal challenges, and their plans for upcoming events like the Battle Cancer competition and our huge members' social night in the Glenroyal. 

We discuss how ALL our members can get involved in this 50k Goal. From doing the Battle Cancer Event, to pushing our coaches in the Coaches's Challenge as well as sponsorship opportunities for our benefit raffle that night

00:00 Welcome Back to Season Two!

00:57 Announcing the 50k in 50 Days Challenge

01:33 Reflecting on Last Year's Success

03:35 Coaches Join the Challenge

07:02 Personal Stories of Cancer

12:17 The Impact of Cancer on Our Lives

14:23 The Importance of Fitness and Community

22:23 Getting Kids into Sports at an Early Age

24:26 Noel Discovering a Passion for Fitness and Transitioning from Teaching to Coaching

28:25 Founding ABC Gym

29:51 Impact of Fitness on Health

31:38 Battle Cancer 2025

33:09 Fundraising and Community Support

41:14 How YOU can contribute to our 50k Goal

You can support our 50k in 50 Days goal by clicking the link below:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/abcgymbattlecancer2025

And be sure to follow our ABC Gym Instagram page to keep track of the Coaches's Challenge and much more:
https://www.instagram.com/abcgym.ie/

And if you would like to sponsor a prize for our raffle
email: [email protected]

In this episode of the All Things ABC podcast, host Seán welcomes Roisin and Niamh, the masterminds behind the ABC Blaze sessions and accomplished athletes in their own right! 

They discuss their Blaze programming and how it complements the ABC Athlete sessions and gets you running outside the gym.

Roisin and Niamh also share their experience and tips on preparing for Hyrox fitness races, discussing everything from pacing strategies, specific station tips, nutrition, and recovery protocols. 

Whether you are participating in singles or doubles, this episode provides valuable insights to help you cross the finish line successfully.

03:45 Blaze Sessions Programming

06:14 Combining Blaze and ABC Athlete Sessions

11:54 Race Day Tips and Strategies

16:29 Hyrox Race Dynamics

22:57 Counting Laps and Staying Focused

23:37 Sled Pull Tips and Penalties

25:07 Burpee Broad Jumps Strategy

27:24 Rowing Techniques and Changeovers

29:46 Farmer Carry and Sandbag Lunges

33:39 Final Kilometre and Wall Balls

37:35 Post-Race Recovery and Final Tips

With our Blaze sessions being as popular as they are, having over 20 members and half our coaching staff competing in Hyrox this weekend, along with a few members curious about fitness racing, there will be something in this episode for you!