Human 1st

This week I speak to Alex Sesto - Alex is a London based movement coach who draws upon a diverse and extensive background to help coach others through many different aspects of their human experience. During our conversation today we explore dealing with adversity, training, psychedelics (plant medicine), depression, fatherhood and a whole lot more. 

You can find Alex and information on his upcoming events using the links below;

Event details: https://linktr.ee/Sestoflow

Instagram: @sestoflow  @flowstate.collective

Our sponsor; www.apenutrition.co.uk -  use the code "HUMAN" at the checkout for 10% off. 

This week I welcome Jo Rodriguez to the podcast. Jo is an experienced psychologist specialising in cognitive behavioural therapy (also known as CBT), health psychology and has taken these skills into TV consultation roles working alongside Bear Grylls and alike.

Jo's website: https://joannarodriguez.co.uk

In this podcast we touch on just a few of the many topics surrounding mental health, so please if you feel you need to reach out to someone there are links below to put you in touch with different establishments;

https://www.mind.org.uk

https://www.thecalmzone.net

https://www.youngminds.org.uk

https://rock2recovery.co.uk

Today I welcome to Josh, the co-founder of APE Nutrition - a health & performance optimisation brand - to the podcast. This episode is jam-packed full of topics; the story behind the brand, supplements, fat based snacks, mushrooms, MCT oil, carbon neutral meat, sustainable farming, meditation, breathing and training as well as details on new products they currently have in the works. 

Today I welcome Jo Hedger to the podcast; a 4 times ISA international tree climbing champion (world champion) and 5 times European champion. I have been fortunate enough to train Jo for the last 4/5 years and have been witness to the many improvements she has made not only in her training but in her work, lifestyle & competitions too. In today's conversation we discuss everything from the competitions and prep, daily practices for both mind and body, how she came to follow a carnivore based diet and the running of her own tree care business too.

You can find Jo on the following links;

Website: www.arborventuretreecare.co.uk

Instagram: @josephinehedger

Today I am pleased to introduce you to my teacher of over 11 years, Angelo Baldissone. Angelo is an 8th Dan black belt with over 52 years of experience in a wide range of different martial art styles. I have learnt a lot about movement and life in general from him, as a coach and good friend, so I really hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did recording it.

As mentioned, you can find Angelo through the following links;

Website: https://www.gmangelo.com

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/gmangelobaldissone

Today I welcome my good friend Alex Nino to the podcast. Formerly from a small village in Colombia to now a very popular London based coach. Alex has a wealth of knowledge and a diverse background which has undoubtedly provided a comprehensive approach to getting the most from his clients as well as his own training.

In todays episode we discuss the importance of learning basic bodyweight movements, real functional methods, how to develop ANY type of practice and tips for coaching. 

You can find Alex as part of The Movement Space platform:

Website: www.themovementspace.tv

Instagram: @themovementspace.tv

and on his own account: @_alexnino

From war zones to a Welsh Emergency Department, today I welcome Gareth Smith to the podcast: ex-Royal Marine, Paramedic and serving Physician Associate. This conversation is a very honest and raw account of Gareth's experiences with work in hostile environments, emergency trauma care and PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) to life as part of the NHS. We discuss lots of important points, with a few key tips for fellow shift workers too.

You can find Gareth on Instagram: @garethsmedia

Welcome back! In today's episode I talk to my good friend and fellow coach, Tom Merrick (also known as the Bodyweight Warrior). Just like the conversations we have in person, we cover a wide range of different topics; training optimisation, coaching tips, development from injuries and the benefits of learning new skills, among many other things. I really hope you gain a lot from this episode and find it helpful for your own development and lifestyle habits.

As mentioned, you can find Tom with the following details;

Youtube: The Bodyweight Warrior

Instagram: @thebodyweightwarrior

Website: www.bodyweightwarrior.co.uk

In today's episode I'm joined by health coach, personal trainer and registered Harley Street nutritionist Ryan Carter. I'm really grateful to have Ryan join me for the first episode - we discuss several factors including coffee, food, sleep and circadian rhythm to name a few. I'm sure I'll have Ryan back on the podcast again very soon, but for now I hope you enjoy this episode.

As mentioned, you can find Ryan with the following details:

Website: www.livevitae.com

Instagram; @livevitae