We all get caught up in the groundhog day of life.

Creating space for aimless play or fun helps to reset and re charge. This is an integral part of rest and recovery and very often overlooked.

I have become that guy who tracks data;

We all know those people, turns out it can actually be quite beneficial as I found out.

Expect to learn;

Why its important to ask Who not how.

The number 1 thing I have learned since having a Garmin.

How to play the Infinite game when it comes to your health.

Why I was chronically fatigued by the end of the week.

As part of the thriving minds project And In partnership with Maximum Edge these videos are part of the SELF CARE series;

Episode 1 finds me going for a short walk with my dog (OLGA)

Walking and getting sunlight first thing in the morning can create a great platform to start the day not just physically but biologically as well with a plethora of chemicals produced just getting in 5-10 mins of sunlight early doors.

It’s also a great way to relieve stress and burn calories so the best of both worlds physically and mentally.

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As part of the thriving minds project And In partnership with Maximum Edge these videos are part of the SELF CARE series;

Episode 2 sees Us discuss the importance of Sleep.

Sleep environment and sleep routine.

Find out;

*Why it really is a life hack

*The importance of a tidy room to aid sleep

*How Getting up and going to sleep at the same time is integral to a good sleep routine.

And more

This is the 3rd instalment in the thriving mind series on Self Care We discuss;

How taking some time out doesn't mean doing nothing.

What Stillness can do for creativity.

Why looking up at the night sky is a life skill (not what you think).

Why you shouldn't think of rest as a reward.

My guest today, well I have followed his work for ages so I was so excited to speak to Tim all about the power of rolling rope amongst other things.

Tim is a free runner, parkour athlete, winner of UK ninja warrior, from following Tim on social media he is well in tune with his body and movement.

Expect to learn;

*Why movement tricks will only get you so far.

*What I learned from Nassim Taleb's Skin In The Game (and how it got Tim on the podcast)

*How Tim structures his training regime.

*What the rope can tell you about your biomechanics.

*The relatability to sports including BJJ and why I use it as a warm up to everything.

*Why you should leave the gym with a few reps left in the tank.

*The importance of fluidity & stability when it comes to strength.

*How foot work and foot strength are integral for longevity.

And so much more

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So this is a bit different and I found it a hard one to do;

Especially in the current economic climate. I very nearly didn't do it, but I felt some resistance and decided that the obstacle is the way.....

Talking about money is a bit taboo yet if we don't talk about it how do we educate people.

Now don't get me wrong, who am I to tell people about money when I'm just the same as you watching this or listening to it. However the people who written these books that I talk about today know their shit!!

Phycology of money - Morgan Housel

Money - Rob Moore

Just keep buying - Nick Maggiulli

Almanack of Naval - Eric Jorgenson

In this episode I mention 6 books, there's only actually 4..

I hope you enjoy.

This is what I wish I was told about money when I was at school.

Owen Livesey is a Judo black belt and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt who runs and trains out of Carlson Gracie Hull.

In this conversation we discuss;

*His attitude towards competition.

*How he learnt the rules of ADCC in real time.

*What the biggest difference is between Judo and BJJ on the ground.

*What it takes mentally and physically to compete at the highest levels in judo.

*Why being relaxed is the most important thing when initiating takedowns.

And a load more….

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In this episode I talk to Kev MCALISTER.

We discuss.

*The many hats that Kev wears (DJ, ring announcer, BJJ coach and teacher)

*NLP (Nuro linguistic programming)

*Mind Coaching

*Hypnosis

*Grapplefest and Contenders series And a load more…

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