CrossFit is a topic of hot discussion nowadays and rightly so because it is very popular due to its clever business model and the fact that it is very competitive. Also the bottom line is- it is getting more and more people lifting weights especially women which I think is fantastic! However there is a dark side to Crossfit and high intensity based cults such as F45, insanity etc. Andrew and I are elite level Personal Trainers and we have both personally had new clients come to us because they have been injured partaking in Crossfit or F45. I produced a video recently taking the piss out of CrossFit for a bit of  fun and also to educate people a little on the dangers. During episode 23 Andrew and I exchange views on the pros and cons of Crossfit and the most effective ways to train for maximum results! Click the episode webpage link to see the 1 minute crossfit video I produced on my instagram page.

Episode 22- I talk about the MYTHS out there in terms of the most effective way to lose fat, ie is cardio really the most effective way to lose body fat and build a healthy metabolism?? Eating frequently or little & often is something we have had thrown at us from the supplement/food industry but is eating at regular intervals good or bad for fat loss, muscle building and overall health? Finally carbohydrate myths and how carbs have been demonised, I drop some great knowledge bombs when it comes to the types of carbs that could lead to weight gain, obesity and chronic illness.... but I also defend carbs and explain which kinds of carbohydrates you should include for your fat loss goals and more importantly to optimise your body.  Plus I inform you on how the right types of fats which will help you lose fat and improve the quality of your life.

Amy Fox is an IFBB Pro Physique athlete, Posing Coach and also a judge for bodybuilding competitions. Amy has prepared lots of athletes for the stage and she has extensive knowledge within the arena of competing because she also has competed lots of times and climbed her way up to the Professional Level as an IFBB Physique competitor. Amy and I go quite deep throughout the course of this episode because we both exchange views on our personal experience when it comes to the ups and downs of stepping on stage. We talk about the dark side of bodybuilding and what people are willing to sacrifice to compete at a high level such as compromising long term health and abusing performance enhancing drugs. Amy shares some amazing  advice which will be beneficial for you if you are considering competing for the first time or even if you are facing challenges in your life, Also she shares with us the mindset required to keep progressing in the gym, in business and to keep growing as a person. Valuable information here folks, check it out!!!GIVE ME A 5 STAR RATING AND REVIEW ON ITUNES AND I WILL SEND  YOU OUT MY ABDOMINAL PROGRAMME FOR FREE, EMAIL: [email protected] ONCE DONE AND I WILL EMAIL YOU THE PROGRAMME!!!

I interviewed dietician and nutritionist Lyndi Cohen who is also known as @nude_nutritionist on instagram. Lyndi struggled with an extremely unhealthy relationship with food from the age of 10 through to her early twenties until she decided to make a change. She developed healthier eating habits and created a healthier lifestyle, as a result of this she lost 20kg over the space of 3 years and is now a super healthy, fit individual. During Episode 20 Lyndi shares with us the best methods to apply in order to prevent binge eating, how to lose body fat and keep it off, my battle with the binge eating disorder and how I overcame it and much more! Also Lyndi has created her own wellness program which is called 'Keep it real', she is an expert in her field and shares with us lots of valuable information throughout the course of this episode.

Episode 19: Andrew and I decided to do a completely unplanned podcast with no topic to get us going! This actually has turned out to be one of the most informative, funnier podcast episodes. We talk about our experience with supplements and why we no longer take them, the dangers of artificial sweeteners, how we stay lean all year round, why cholesterol has been demonised, our lads trip to vegas and more!! This episode is definitely worth a listen, you will absorb lots of valuable tips especially when it comes to nutrition and how to build a lean, healthy body. Click the link to sign up for my free webinar!!!

Episode 18 has landed, finally I drop my favourite tips when it comes to building an admirable mid section. There is actually a lot to it when it comes to gaining 6 pack abs including Nutrition, Correct programming, Technique, genetics etc. Throughout the course of this episode I deliver as much info as i possibly can in terms of producing admirable abdominals. I am renowned for having 10 abs so this episode is def worth a listen because i will teach you the tricks of the trade! Please give me a 5 star rating and review on itunes!

Throughout the course of episode 17, Andrew and I chat about body image issues and how a lot of us are unhappy with certain parts of our body. We currently live in an era where we are bombarded with 'brushed up' images of sexy looking people every time we look at our social media feed. Andrew and I have personal trained thousands of people between us over the years and along this journey we have observed the fact that: most of our clients want to get in shape because they are unhappy with certain parts of there body. Now there is absoultely nothing wrong with wanting to get in shape but a lot of us believe that once we lose body fat and improve our physique, that we are going to achieve happiness and fulfilment. Unfortunately this is not the case and unless you unpack the reasons why you want to get in shape and also the fact that unless you find happiness internally then no matter what you achieve in the gym it quite simply won't happen. We have both dealt with insecurities about certain parts of our body but since we have shifted our focus to health instead of looking good, an aesthetically pleasing physique has came as a side effect. A must listen, we go deep on this one and you will learn a lot about how to get a healthy looking, lean physique.

Episode 16 featuring Fitness Expert Andrew Bond. In case you are wondering what 'IIFYM' is, it stands for 'If It Fits Your Macros'. This movement also goes by the name of 'flexible dieting'. Now to break it down for you IIFYM is what a lot of Fitness/Nutrition Coaches are prescribing for their clients, the IIFYM message is: Hit the right number of calories/macros based on your goals and you can essentially eat any foods you want. This is not to say that some coaches out there still promote healthy, whole foods to there clients but in terms of what I have seen on social media IIFYM is giving off the wrong message because a calorie is not just a calorie. Andrew and I are avid fans of focusing on nutrients instead of becoming obsessed with counting calories. Now don't get me wrong obviously the amount of calories you hit are paramount regardless of your goals but eating whole nutrient dense food sources most of the time will ensure you achieve optimal health and the lean body you desire long term. Most of the IIFYM crew are promoting shitty foods and just using this flexible diet method as an excuse to compliment the eating disorder they have ie eating shitty foods daily. Andrew and I have experienced borderline eating disorders ourselves so this episode is definitely worth a listen if you are looking to get in shape, fit and healthy.

Vic is the owner of Muscle Republic which is the biggest fitness clothing brand in Australia. This episode is extremely motivating because for Vic to achieve so much success with MR he has had to overcome lots of obstacles and he has used the mental discipline he acquired from competing as a natural bodybuilder to propel him forward. I am an ambassador for MR because firstly the gym kit they produce is second to none and secondly MR is much more than just a clothing brand: 'Real muscle is heart' and Vic is a great example of this. Episode 15 goes much deeper than just clothing though! Vic discusses the art of consistency, taking action, creating good habits etc.... and these tips will be useful whether you are trying to get in shape or run a successful business, I believe you will get some great takeaways from this episode either way.

My Mum has recently touched down in Sydney, Australia to visit me and enjoy a little vacation. 23 years ago my mum was diagnosed with a severe, progressive auto immune disease which goes by the name of Systemic Sclerosis. As I was growing up I witnessed my mum suffering and in excruciating pain because the condition firstly affected her fingers, she had gangrene infections in them which resulted in amputations and fused claw like fingers. As the condition progressed it began to impact everything from blood vessels bursting on her face, her digestive system degrading meaning she had to have a ileostomy bag fitted, iron infusions, being fed by a machine 3 times per week. My mum does regular voluntary work and is always helping others, plus her determination and positive attitude throughout extremely tough times have definitely benefitted me and helped shape me into the man I am today.Mum's Instagram: @positivepaula