Raise The Bar Radio

Krysten Pierre is a busy mum! Between her day job, her growing careers in nutrition and fitness coaching, being a mum as well as a new mum on the way, she still manages to make time to exercise, eat well, care for others and kick back and enjoy all the little things in life.

We talk about Krysten’s competitive Taekwondo background, she shares her most important methods for improving your nutrition and we learn how she can manage to fit so much into her life while always keeping a skip in her step and a smile on her face.

Rikki Johnston was born with a lot of skill and talent but it’s how hard he has worked to maximize his potential that makes him unique.

For a man who has played baseball at the highest national level and played in America from the age of 16, he has remained incredibly humble.

After retiring from baseball he quickly filled that competitive hole with local football. He has truly made an impact during his playing career and he now continues to do so as a coach.

We talk about his journey but also what are the important factors in building a culture that supports success. Tune in for some incredible insights and learn how to lead and build a team that demands the highest of standards.

For a big period of James ‘Hammer’ Harding’s life, he was a hard man. Hard jobs, lived amongst some of Melbourne’s hardest people, put on a hard exterior and had to deal with some pretty hard stuff.

James dove into Melbourne’s underworld head first in various roles. He used his tough exterior to become a feared debt collector and drug dealer.

But over time drug addiction took over and set him on a dark path.

Today he’s a changed man. James has overcome his demons and now uses his powers to help other males going through the hard stuff. From prison inmates to ice addicts.

James is on a mission to make a huge impact on men’s mental health and his heart and passion shine through in this episode.

This week Nick and Stu are talking to Lauren Curtain about all things women’s health and the practice of Chinese Medicine.

We chat about EVERYTHING and discover how acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine is helping change people’s lives.

We learn an incredible amount about cycles, hormones, contraception and even discover how women are attracted to different men when they are on the pill.

This episode is not just for ladies. If there is a woman in your life you owe it to her to listen in.

Johnny Horrocks is an incredible character. This show bounces all around the place just like Johnny’s personality.

He is pure passion and chases down any idea that comes to him. Johnny’s story is one of rebirth and reset. How to dust your self off and continue to move forward, both physically and spiritually.

We go from Manchester dance music in the ’80s to Ultra Marathon running in the trails of Victoria.

This episode was full of so many surprises. He is full of quirkiness and truly knows how to live a life of authenticity.

Can you make it as a woman in the fitness industry and still be your authentic self?

Can you gain enough traction on Instagram to build a personal brand without selling your soul?

Clare Green knows a few things about fitness and her passion for helping others is incredibly inspiring.

Her journey and her beliefs are refreshing and she shares her hacks towards a healthier more fulfilling life.

Listen in for some practical tips on how to make it as a trainer and how to level up your overall health and wellness

Stu challenges himself this week, by taking the podcast solo for the very first time.

Stu discusses his views on fear and values and how they can positively or negatively influence your goals and pathways in life.

Enjoy a change to our regular format and let Stu get you thinking about what it is you really want to achieve in life, and how to ensure you don’t let distractions or fears misguide you.

You would think stage IV ocular melanoma would change your outlook on life for the worst.

Well that’s not how Jess Van Zeil responded. Sure she has had some dark days and as she puts it, having an armpit instead of an eye hasn’t been easy.

However... Instead of allowing her circumstance to define her, she has unlocked the power of gratitude to make every day its very best.

She inspires those around her and is currently influencing many people through social media, seminars and a soon to be released book.

Wykie is the owner of the highly successful Andfit CrossFit Auckland, is a globetrotting micro-gym business mentor with the Vive Group and is a passionate videographer.

Recently Wykie closed down his second box, Andfit Gold Coast. We chat to him about the tough decisions he had to make and the reasons for closing his gym. We discuss the troubles other gym owners can endure when caught up in similar struggles...

Should I close? Can I do it to my people? What does it say about me? Am I a failure?

A very intriguing episode with a brilliant and humble guest.

Martin is a part of an incredible organisation making huge waves across Australia amongst national sporting groups, big corporations, but most importantly... in our schools.

Teaching invaluable lessons in gratitude, empathy and mindfulness, Martin and The Resilience Project are delivering the messages that have gone missing from our communities and our culture for some time. Messages and lessons that will bring more value and love into your lives than ever thought possible.

We hope you enjoy this very special episode, we wish we were able to talk for hours, and quite easily could have, because Martin CAN TALK! But what you will listen to today is absolute valuable gold.

To learn more about The Resilience Project and how they can help you, check them out on the socials and at https://theresilienceproject.com.au/