Not Your Average Dan Podcast

Me and Jermaine go way back to our mid-late teens with similar circles of friends. Jermaine spent years investing into the Forex and Stock Markets with success. Along the way I witnessed Jermaine progress to a professional award-winning Life Coach and has a very unique ability of changing lives! He proclaims to ask questions and unlock peoples' potential through various techniques he has acquired through years of self discovery. What I loved about this interview was not only his beaming smile and positive outlook but his very real and straight to the point personality to have life changing breakthroughs with his clients. I would suggest making notes on this episode as both Jermaine and myself give plenty of books, references and quotes that will add to your toolkit on your road to Mental Wealth :)

On today's episode I go into great detail into the world of Pre Workout Supplements. What's in them, where did they start, what do they do and how to go about finding the right product for you. I go back to the 'golden era' of Pre Workout's and explain products like Ultimate Orange, Jack3d and the infamous DMAA (1,3 Dimethylamylamine) and how stimulants have a controversial impression on society. We also discuss the different types of Pre Workout Supplements; Energy, Focus, Stimulants, Hydration, Performance, Sports and more. Grab your Coffee and pen and paper!!

Were back with another Book Review and Breakdown and this time it is my number 1 go to guide and that is Battle Ready by Ex-SBS and Directing Staff on TV Show SAS: Who Dares Wins. Ollie went through some very harsh and tough experiences from his life changing encounter with a Chimpanzee at age 10 to his battle with alcohol to serving in the British Special Forces. Ollie has put all of his tips, techniques and ideas into this book and they genuinely work! A huge thanks to Ollie for being one of my main sources of inspiration.

On this episode, myself and Aaron discuss his inspiring and shocking story. Aaron has gone from the depths of self-loathing and suicidal to how a chain of events and conversations sparked his motivation to change his thinking and his life. Aaron has worked with a life coach and holds workshops for anyone suffering. He started his own platform 'Brotectors' which offers a relatable outlet for anyone who needs to talk. This really was an eye opening chat and I for one took a lot from it.

We've hit the 1st Month Birthday of the Not Your Average Dan Podcast and I am blown away by the support shown so far, it has surpassed any expectations I had when I sat down to plan it. On today's Episode we recap the first month's content from the Guests I have had on, the topics discussed, what feedback I have had and what is planned for July! 
Thanks to each and every listener and supporter of the Podcast, were only getting started!

Throughout my adult life I have always been fascinated with products and supplements that can make your mind go from average to superhuman! I have extensive knowledge in things that can not only make you more productive, give you laser focus and help your memory but also regenerate damaged neurons in the brain and protect your brain for long term mind-health. I give a beginners introduction into what I know works and what you can implement into your daily routine whether your a trademan, business owner or a factory worker. It does not matter! For any tips, questions or advice please let me know. 

MIke Gelsei is today's special guest on the Podcast. Mike and his wife Leica have been involved in Bodybuilding all over the world and have run successful Gym's in South Wales. Their experience in Bodybuilding and Fitness has allowed them to build a solid reputation within the industry. Mike was a champion Bodybuilder and has dozens of great stories from his past. Relevant to the Podcast, Mike talks in abundance about defying the odds and offers some crucial tips to anyone looking to take the sport seriously as there are pitfalls many fall into with Mental Health. Mike also discusses an event that happened in 2019 that changed their lives forever and how he and his family demonstrated RESILIENCE. Another top notch Podcast that I enjoyed and took a lot from.

On today's episode of the Podcast I have the honour and privilege of interviewing my Jiu Jitsu Instructor Rob Taylor who owns and runs RTJJ in Cardiff, South Wales. Rob has trained BJJ for 15 years and got his Black Belt from Braulio Estima who's lineage comes from Carlos Gracie Jr, son of Carlos Gracie the co-founder of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
We find out why Rob started Jiu Jitsu, how life and the mat has many parallels and his interaction with 1000's of students who use his teaching and academy to overcome or deal with their own demons and mental health.  

How has Lockdown affected you? Have you let it bring you down and affect your state of mind? Or have you worked on your passion or side hustle? How has your exercise been affected? Have you gained a lot of weight? Today, we discuss how your perception of being stuck indoors can have a life changing impact on how you react to it. 
We discuss Mental Health, Exercises, Nutrition, Supplements, Immunity, Cleanliness and Techniques in how to get out of the 'rut'.

The Fear Bubble is for me a LIFE CHANGING book as it focuses on Ant's proven methods to harness Fear and overcome it to achieve self fulfilment. It also documents his climb to the Summit of Everest where he both nearly went blind and almost died. He proved his strategies' effectiveness on the mountain and how it can help you on your journey.
I talk about my experiences with these techniques and reading passages from the book. I loved recording this Podcast!