Push Pull Legs Podcast

By Tom Hall & Dan MeekHealth & Fitness Education Self-Improvement Fitness

Push Pull Legs Podcast episodes

November 02 Why Running Coaches Fail at Strength, Golf Power-Ups, & Cookie Tier List
In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, the boys, Dan and Tom, return from trips to Scotland and the golf course to break down... mentally...

But why so many running coaches and online personal trainers fail endurance athletes.

We explain how mastering gym strength, tendon elasticity, and progressive plyometrics bridges the massive gap between running plans and true athletic resilience.

Plus, the guys debate power-up rules in social golf, dissect Scottish delicacies like macaroni pies and haggis, and argue over the ultimate top five supermarket cookie tier list!

0:00 Trip to Scotland & Scottish Delicacies
04:41 Navigating Scottish Accents
06:44 Golfing in Scotland with Power-Ups
10:49 Daniel's Golf Frustrations
13:45 Debating Top 5 Cookies
24:27 Strength and Plyometrics for Runners
38:33 Coaching Updates and Outro

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40 min
October 14 US Road Trip Realities, Elite High School Gyms, & Retro Cake Tier List
In this week’s episode, Dan and Tom reflect on an epic American road trip from Chicago down to Chattanooga.
We dive into the realities of deep-dish pizza, Italian beef sandwiches, the massive portion sizes, and the bizarre logistics of US tipping culture, 4-way stop signs, and banking quirks.

Plus, Tom breaks down a tour of an elite Tennessee high school gym facility that puts UK professional setups to shame. Finally, the guys rank the top five retro British cakes (Carrot Cake vs. Battenberg anyone?

00:00 Introduction & American Road Trip Overview
02:35 Chicago: Architecture, Deep Dish & Italian Beef
06:33 Road Trip Fast Food & Massive Portion Sizes
11:15 US Tipping Culture, Driving Rules & Banking Quirks
15:35 Renting an SUV for the American Road Trip
17:58 St. Louis, the Ozarks & Live Music in Nashville
23:01 Chattanooga High School Football & Incredible Gym Facilities
28:23 Returning Home to the UK
30:37 Top 5 Retro British Cakes Ranked
38:03 US Supermarkets, Buc-ee's & Final Announcements

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42 min
September 25 Practical Programming vs Research, Greg's Burrito, & British Desserts Top 5
In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, hosts Dan and Tom dig into the harsh reality of workout programming: why lab-based exercise science often fails in real-world gyms, and how to write effective 12-week training blocks without wasting hours.
Plus, the guys break down Badass Findlay's viral Greg's breakfast burrito, debate why French Contrast training doesn't require 6-minute rest periods, and rank the ultimate Top 5 British Desserts (Apple Crumble vs. Sticky Toffee Pudding).

0:00 Introduction & The Brisket Craze
2:13 Discussing the Ultimate Greg's Order
9:37 The Reality of Workout Programming
18:24 Application vs. Research in Training
25:22 Top Five British Desserts
36:35 Random Acts of Kindness & Life Updates
44 min
September 22 The Hyrox Poop Incident, Cold Email Rants, & Pastry Tier List
In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, hosts Dan and Tom tear into the viral Hyrox controversy, exposing the biohazard double standards in hybrid racing and calling out why fitness events need to prioritise basic sanitation over "grind mindset."

Plus, the guys break down the pitfalls of lazy, automated corporate emails from personal trainers and rank the definitive top five British high-street pastry spots (Gail's vs Greg's vs Pret).
45 min
September 09 AI Check-In Controversies, British Takeaway Tier List, & Stuffing Ice Cream
Dan and Tom break down the alarming rise of AI-powered check-ins in fitness apps... Well, the one we know... Trainerize.

We discuss why removing human connection from online coaching destroys client retention, why in-person personal training is set for a massive comeback, and how AI-skeptic consumers are reacting to automated feedback.

Plus, the guys debate the ultimate traditional British takeaway ranking (fish & chips vs. Chinese vs. Indian), and review Tom's wild experience blind-tasting savoury ice cream flavours like Aunt Bessie's Yorkshire Pudding...

0:00 Salsa Dancing and Life Updates
8:31 Ranking Traditional British Takeaways
22:29 Testing Strange Ice Cream Flavours
30:54 The Rise of AI in Personal Training Check-ins
38:27 Upcoming Events and Wrap-up
41 min
September 03 Why PTs Stop Experimenting, Retro Sweets Ranking, & Soft Skills
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In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, we break down why so many personal trainers are losing their passion and getting stuck in a rut: they've stopped experimenting on themselves.

We discuss why relying solely on basic "3x10" templates and MyFitnessPal tracking can create boring content, and how trying different periodisation models (such as wave loading and 5-3-1) can revitalise your coaching.

Plus, the guys explore why soft skills win long-term client retention, debate the logistics of professional home organisers, and rank the ultimate top five retro British sweets!

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52 min
August 29 Coaching Imposter Syndrome & Multipack Walkers Crisps Rankings
The boys explain why so many online fitness coaches struggle to produce consistent content: they don't know enough about real strength and conditioning.

We discuss why relying on generic fat loss scripts leads to imposter syndrome, and how chatting about progressive plyometrics, athletic programming, and energy systems helps you retain clients longer and make content.

Plus, the guys break down gym flooring mechanics, discuss setting boundaries with commercial gym management, expose the myth of "valuable" social media posts, and debate the ultimate childhood Walkers crisp ranking!

48 min
August 24 The August Coaching Slump, Infrastructure Rants, & Eclipse Hype
In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, the boys explain why August can feel like an absolute nightmare for online fitness coaches and personal trainers.

Between client holiday slumps, summer heatwaves, and radio silence on check-ins, we outline how to adapt your gym programming, retain clients without nagging them, and why taking time off as a PT is non-negotiable.
Plus, the guys dive into the hassle of life admin, roast the sheep-like public behaviour during the solar eclipse, and question whether the UK's broken infrastructure means Western civilisation is officially falling apart!

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38 min
August 13 Gym Floor Etiquette, Overbooking Drama, & Ice Cream Tier List
In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, hosts Dan and Tom return to break down the absurdities of the fitness industry. We expose the controversial overbooking policies at high-end gyms like Third Space and run through the viral list of things that irrationally annoy personal trainers, from lifting belts on lat pulldowns to atrocious gym-floor etiquette and lazy client excuses.
Plus, we dive into athletic performance, reviewing the camera-based jump-testing tech (Metric Jump) for runners. Finally, we rank the top five ice cream flavours (defending salted caramel vs. chocolate brownie) and share stories from our latest UK links golf trip!

0:00 Welcome Back & Golf Banter
12:46 Third Space Gym Overbooking Controversy
21:35 What Irrationally Annoy's Personal Trainers
45:02 Top Five Ice Cream Flavours
52:09 Metric Jump Beta Testing & Outro

2 FREE Running Webinars - Strength & Plyometrics - https://the-combine-coaching-community.circle.so/training-to-run-in-the-gym

6 Week Strength & Plyo Plan for Runners! - https://market.teambuildr.com/programs/combine-coaching/6-weeks-gym-plyo-for-running-starter-pack

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55 min
July 15 PT Boundaries, Heart Rate Recovery Training, & The Top 5 Condiment Debate
In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, Dan and Tom reveal why the trendy obsession with "client touchpoints" is turning online fitness coaches into 24/7 babysitters instead of real humans...

We explain how to establish "office hours", set professional boundaries, and demand mutual respect for your time. Next, we unpack the physiology of cardiovascular conditioning.

Learn why a low resting heart rate and rapid heart rate recovery (HRR) are the markers of longevity, and how to program cardio using real-time heart rate zones.

Plus, the debate - ultimate condiments tier list and call out disrespectful barbers!

0:00 Welcome to the Push Pull Legs Podcast
1:00 Barbers, Bookings, and Client Respect
4:11 Upcoming Moves and Podcast Schedule
5:24 Top Five Soft Drinks Feedback
6:33 Introduction to Heart Rate and Conditioning
9:08 The Myth of "Touchpoints" and Over-Communication
14:31 Setting Boundaries and Office Hours
20:29 Top Five Condiments Debate
31:44 Tracking Heart Rate for Longevity and Health
35:26 Using Heart Rate Recovery for Conditioning
41:48 Show Recommendations and Wrap-Up

2 FREE Running Webinars - Strength & Plyometrics - https://the-combine-coaching-community.circle.so/training-to-run-in-the-gym

6 Week Strength & Plyo Plan for Runners! - https://market.teambuildr.com/programs/combine-coaching/6-weeks-gym-plyo-for-running-starter-pack

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43 min

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