Scott Brits is the embodiment of humility. Adorning an epic looking beard and an impressive physique that has become a canvas for his love of tattoos, Scott is one of those people who are most certainly, ‘not what you expected’. An ex-serving policeman who was brought up in less than ideal surroundings. Scott shows a very apparent and clear control over his direction in life, with an incredible mindset and enormous passion for helping people.Scott is the founder and director of Battle Cancer,...

As a teenager, Merat Tafreshi suffered from an eating disorder brought about by the early childhood trauma of bullying. Finding the gym and eventually, by chance, powerlifting, gave him purpose and a reason to look after his well-being.Fuelled with a natural affinity for the extreme, Merat relentlessly moved through 5 world championship wins and world records, all the time struggling with mental demons. Now a successful PT, Merat is not free of his struggles but has built a toolbox of li...

Dr Rosi Sexton was the first British woman to compete in the UFC and a trailblazer long before that. Making her MMA debut in 2002, Rosi fought for Bodog, Elite XC, Bellator and Cage Warriors before making her way to the UFC.However, being a fighter in the Octagon barely begins to tell Rosi’s story. A tremendously gifted scholar and musician, Rosi attended Trinity College, Cambridge where she attained a first class maths degree. She went on to gain a masters of science degree in mathematical l...

Revered in the boxing world as one of his generation's greatest fighters, Anthony's career was cut short when he was registered blind and forced into retirement.He joins us on the #liveonform podcast to talk about his career, his injury, the emotional impact, and how, years later he has adapted his mindset, changed his physique and is now returning to the canvas in a big way.ANTHONY OGOGO PODCAST SHOW NOTES:Boxing: how it started (1:56)Upbringing and challenges (8:39)Drivers and work ethic (1...

Being a rebel from birth, marketing and creative maverick Dan Kelsall joins us on the #liveonform podcast to discuss the art of repetition and how you only have to succeed once. Having tried his arm at a number of ventures in his earlier years, Dan stumbled (as do many) on the opportunity to acquire a marketing agency he worked at and turned it and himself into one of the most disruptive and delightfully offensive sources of content on social media. Dan takes us through ...

For anyone dealing with a chronic illness, even "regular" days can be tough. In today's #liveonformpodcast episode, we talk to the remarkable Mesha Moinirad on what life is like navigating and living with a bowel condition.Mesha, a high-performance coach, talks openly about his personal and professional journey, the mental framing of his condition and how his decision to have a stoma and ileostomy bag fitted, completely changed his life. MESHA MOINIRAD PODCAST SHOW NOTES:Mesha’s passion ...

Watching Jerry Macguire may have given Deji Akande the passion to work with athletes, but the journey towards doing so was longer than he imagined.Now, two years into running Gateway sports, with 9 talented young athletes, Deji explains how it is always harder than it seems, how his belief structure gives him clarity and allows him to stay present amidst the chaos that surrounds us all.DEJI AKANDE PODCAST SHOW NOTES:Background to Gateway Sports (2:06)Future planning and support after professi...

WWE Hall of Famer, Diamond Dallas Page, at the age of 35 became the oldest rookie in Pro Wrestling history. He captivated audiences around the world with matches alongside greats like Hulk Hogan, Goldberg, Ric Flair, Randy "Macho Man" Savage, and the N.W.O. before being inducted to the WWE Hall Of Fame in 2017. After sustaining a career-ending injury in 1998, Dallas developed his own style of yoga as part of his rehab, aptly named DDP Yoga it not only got him back in the ring but helped thous...

Becoming a father at 25 can be a challenge and for some, without the mindset and support network necessary, it can break apart long held goals and ambitions. For Josh it was the catalyst to accelerate his vision of a life he wanted to create for his family and himself. Using beliefs often associated with the teachings of the stoics and a disciplined adherence to positive daily habits, Josh left his full time job and began his business at the beginning of the Covid-19 outbreak and hasn't ...

Straight talking no-nonsense northerner, Paul Mort has overcome some serious hurdles in life. He joins us on the #liveonform podcast to talk about his battles and how a very persuasive comment from his wife changed his life around. Hold on tight as Paul, at great pace dispenses stories, analogies and lessons he has learned throughout his life. PAUL MORT PODCAST SHOW NOTES:Background and doing what you love (1:15)Values and motivation (7:37)Coaching and asking questions (12:39)Succes...