Are you over 30? Feeling like mid life spread is kicking in, and you have to just accept that, no matter how much you dislike it? This episode is about debunk that myth, and blow your mind in the process.

In this episode of the podcast Alan examines external perceptions of training, and how aligned those perceptions are with the reality of a fitness lifestyle. Is it vanity, or does it just give us sanity? The "he loves himself" attitude is also dug into in this episode, as well as how you can change your relationship with food/unhealthy habits to create long term change.

As we hit the halfway point in the year Alan reflects on the year to date. The lessons learned, the achievements and why it's important to acknowledge yourself in order to generate contentment.

A short podcast full of fire. Why you can't let others invalidate your goals. Dealing with criticism. Why stepping out of "the norm" often brings judgement, or ridicule, and how to manage that.

Getting in great shape requires an identity shift. It requires you start developing an athlete's mindset. Setting higher personal standards and changing the way you think. In the middle of all that, it's important not to neglect the human being. Developing one but not the other can massively impact physical and/or mental health. This episode looks at how to strike that balance and get everything you want in life.

Most of us wander through life subconsciously taking on beliefs that we never question. Many of those beliefs can become self-limiting, and shape future decisions about who we are, or what we're capable of. This episode looks at the power of beliefs, and why we may need to question our thinking.

You've been doing well, getting results and you're feeling good. Then out of nowhere you find yourself going backwards. Same old story. Or maybe not...here's what to do when you find that happening.

Is life passing you by? Maybe you're waiting for the "right time?" This episode will give you some perspective on life, and why you need to step into the things you've been putting off. It looks at why we need to stop playing small, why we need to stop seeking external validation, and why the safety net needs to go.

This week's episode is a chat between Alan and his client, Aine, who has been on an incredible journey since November 2021. Back then she was at "mental and physical breaking point". Her health was suffering, her confidence was on the floor and she was struggling to prioritise herself in the middle of a busy life. Today she is 32lbs lighter, fitter than she has ever been, and most importantly....feeling like a new person. In this episode Aine shares her story, in addition to some priceless tips for those starting out in a similar position to what she did.

A report printed in the Irish Independent this week showed that Ireland is now the 2nd most obese country in the EU with over a quarter of the population classed as obese. In addition to those numbers, 61% of adult males and 49% of adult females are classed as overweight. In this episode of the podcast Alan shares his views on why he feels this trend is occuring, where we're going wrong, and what can be done.