Carbohydrates have been blamed for everything from weight gain to low energy to poor health.But are carbs actually the problem...or is it how they’re misunderstood and misused?In this episode, we break down what carbohydrates actually do in the body, why so many people fear them, how diet culture and oversimplified advice have created confusion, when carbs support training, recovery, and daily energy, and why cutting carbs often backfires for busy adults.We’re not here to label foods as good or bad.We’re here to give you clarity so you can make better decisions without fear, guilt, or extremes.If you’ve ever been confused about carbs, avoided them unnecessarily, or felt stuck bouncing between diets, this episode will help you understand where carbohydrates actually fit into a sustainable, real-world approach to health and training.👉 Want help working out your own nutrition needs?Use the Ideal Nutrition Macro & Calorie Calculator here:https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/calorie-calculator/🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fD79Udsr7OQ&t=337sHosts: @rianondalbianco & @brendondasilvaxStudio: 14 Harp Street, Campsie, NSW 2194Instagram: @dynamicrecovSpotify: The Dynamic Podcast

Why do so many people hesitate when they know something needs to change?

In this episode, we break down the real reasons people hold back from trying something new. Whether it’s starting training, committing to their health, changing routines, or backing themselves in life, hesitation shows up more often than people like to admit.

After more than a decade in the personal training industry, we’ve seen this pattern play out thousands of times. It’s rarely laziness. It’s not a lack of motivation. And it’s almost never about not knowing what to do.

We talk about why hesitation is often a form of self protection, the fear most people don’t realise they’re operating from, how past failures quietly shape future decisions, why waiting to feel ready keeps people stuck, and what actually helps people move forward without forcing confidence.

This episode is for anyone who’s been sitting on the fence. If you know you want more for your health, fitness, or life but keep telling yourself you’ll start soon, this conversation will hit close to home.

This episode marks a turning point.

Over the years, we’ve had countless conversations around business, growth, and entrepreneurship. But as we’ve evolved, so has the real heart of what we do.

This podcast is now about health, fitness, lifestyle, self-development, and the real journey of being coaches for over a decade.

We dive into why we’re shifting away from business-heavy conversations and back to what shaped us in the first place. Coaching people. Training bodies. Building habits. Navigating identity, discipline, setbacks, growth, and balance both inside and outside the gym.

This isn’t about trends or shortcuts. It’s about what actually works when life gets busy. The lessons we’ve learned coaching hundreds of people. The mistakes we’ve made. The systems we’ve refined. And how training, health, and mindset have been the anchor through every season of our lives.

If you’re someone who wants to feel stronger, healthier, more confident, and more grounded in who you are, this podcast is for you.

This is the next chapter.

Less noise. More substance.

Real conversations, real coaching, real growth.

Marketing can accelerate your business or quietly drain it if you’re not careful.

In this episode, we break down what we’ve learned from three years of real-world marketing, including the wins, the losses, and the decisions we would never make again. We talk about why marketing often fails in the early stages, the difference between visibility and real growth, and why spending money without clarity usually leads to frustration rather than results.

We also share what small businesses should focus on before running ads, how to avoid overspending too early, and the mindset shifts that helped us make smarter marketing decisions over time. This conversation is raw, honest, and grounded in experience rather than hype.

If you’re building something from scratch and want to grow sustainably without wasting time or money, this episode is for you.

In this episode, we sit down with Sebastian Sciamanna to unpack his first year as a personal trainer and the lessons that have shaped his coaching philosophy.

We dive into Seb’s transition from a hypertrophy-focused approach to specialising in sustainable fat loss for busy people and why chasing quick results often keeps people stuck longer. Seb shares what actually works when it comes to fat loss, the importance of intent and structure in training, and why more effort doesn’t always mean better results.

We also talk honestly about confidence, authority, failure, and using the gym as both a tool for growth and a coping mechanism. From navigating self-doubt early on to learning how to coach with realism instead of false promises, this episode highlights what the first year in the industry really teaches you.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re “doing everything right” but not progressing or you’re thinking about starting before you feel ready...this episode is for you.

In our final episode of 2025, we take a step back.

This conversation is about reflection, gratitude, and direction.

Throughout this year, we’ve sat down with business owners, athletes, coaches, and individuals from all walks of life and one thing became clear: growth doesn’t come from comfort, it comes from lessons.

In this episode, we unpack:

• What 2025 taught us about building a business
• How pressure shaped our mindset and identity
• The importance of health and fitness during demanding seasons
• The recurring lessons we heard from our guests throughout the year
• What we’re grateful for after a year of honest conversations
• How we’re intentionally approaching 2026

This episode is a thank you to everyone who shared their story with us and everyone who took the time to listen.

If 2025 taught us anything, it’s that progress isn’t always loud...but it’s always earned.

We hope this conversation gives you space to reflect on your own year and step into the next one with clarity.

In this episode, we sit down with Dennis Pili-Gaitau to explore the realities of starting over.

From humble beginnings to professional rugby, and now stepping into life as a new gym owner, Dennis shares the lessons learned through setbacks, identity shifts, and moments that tested his resilience.

We talk about adapting when things don’t go to plan, navigating life after elite sport, and how to stay grounded when everything around you changes.

This episode is for anyone facing uncertainty, rebuilding after a chapter closes, or learning how to move forward when life throws challenges your way.

You can find him on socials: @in.vclothing @in.volvefitness  and  @dennispiligaitau 

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This episode features Nicholas Dimakis, chiropractor and founder of On The Go Chiro, as he opens up about the journey of building a mobile health business from scratch.

Nicholas shares the lessons, mistakes, and breakthroughs that shaped him as a first-time business owner, from learning how to stand out in a crowded industry to understanding the true difference between chiropractic and physiotherapy.

What makes Nicholas’ story powerful isn’t just the business itself, but how he built it: through personality, connection, and a genuine desire to help people feel and move better.

If you’re exploring a new business, trying to grow within your field, or simply curious about how modern healthcare is evolving, this episode will give you the perspective and clarity you’ve been searching for.

Socials: @onthego_chiro & @dimakischiropractic

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What happens when an injury strips away the identity you’ve spent your whole life building? In this honest and vulnerable conversation, Kai Kamikura shares the story behind the ACL injury that forced him to confront who he was without sport, confidence or direction.

Kai walks through the emotional fallout of losing the thing he loved most, the quiet moments of self-doubt during rehab, and the realisations that pushed him to leave a familiar environment in order to grow. He speaks about discovering coaching as a new purpose, developing patience as a guiding principle, and rebuilding discipline, confidence and identity from the ground up.

Throughout the episode we explore the shift from athlete to mentor, the internal battles that shaped his resilience, and the mindset required to start again when life knocks you back to zero. If you’re rebuilding yourself, questioning your direction, or trying to find purpose after a setback, this episode will connect deeply.

Guest: @kamifitness__

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In this episode we sit down with Denise, a coach whose journey began in 2015 with no plan, no direction and no idea where personal training would lead her. What started as a suggestion from friends became the first step in a story shaped by resilience, heartbreak and the courage to keep rebuilding.Denise opens up about the moment her plans to open a gym with her boyfriend collapsed and left her feeling embarrassed and ready to walk away. Instead, she created a women-only studio on her own and discovered a need in her community that no one else was meeting. From running small sessions in shared spaces to building her first true community of strong, empowered women, her early years were full of grit, improvisation and unexpected breakthroughs.She talks about competing in powerlifting while watching her clients get strong for the first time and how those experiences shifted her understanding of what women are capable of. When Covid hit and the industry collapsed around her, Denise kept going by training clients one at a time just to cover rent, learning in the process what resilience truly looks like.Moving into her current space became the turning point. She invested deeply in education to better support women navigating postpartum changes, menopause, hormones and nervous system overwhelm. She developed a coaching style grounded in connection, understanding and evidence-based guidance. Today she leads a space that feels safe, warm and empowering, where women learn to reconnect with themselves through strength.This conversation explores identity, self-belief, female leadership and the power of rebuilding yourself when you feel unsure or unprepared. Denise’s journey is raw, real and deeply relatable for any woman who feels like she has lost herself. Her story is a reminder that growth often comes from the chapters we never expected to face.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or disconnected from who you used to be, this episode will speak directly to you.You can find Denise on Instagram at @biawomensstrength and @denisekontara.👉 Tap here to learn more or get started: dynamicrecov.com.au/offerGet in touch:Email: [email protected]: @thedynamicpodcast_YouTube: @the_dynamic_podcastTikTok: @thedynamicpodcastListen on Spotify: The Dynamic Podcast