In this episode, Fergus is joined by Connor Emeny, the first person in the world to complete an Ironman Triathlon on all 7 continents. 

Connor shares his journey to becoming an endurance athlete, what motivated him to undertake such a challenge, the planning and funding required, the lessons he has learned along the way, and much much more… 

Expect to learn just how brutal Antarctica is.

Expect to understand more about the planning required for such an event. 

Expect to be motivated to test your limits. 

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Zach Bitter, professional ultramarathon runner and coach.

Zach has broken both World and American records and is the current American 100 Mile record holder with a mind blowing time of 11 hours, 19 minutes and 13 seconds. 

Zach shares his journey into ultra running, his race strategy, the mindset needed for such a tough event, the lessons he has learned along the way, and much much more…

Expect to be confused as to how someone can run so fast for so long. 

Expect to learn what it takes to be a competitive ultra runner. 

Zach’s Instagram: @zachbitter

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In this episode, I answer the questions put to me by my Instagram audience before I take on my biggest challenge yet - a 250km ultramarathon from our office in Edinburgh to the bottom of Ben Nevis (after going up it first). 

The episode focusses on various topics, including my nutrition plan for the event, how I'll manage blisters, my sleep strategy, how fast I want to do it, what my training has been like and much much more...

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Lewis Robling, former professional rugby player, turned ultra runner and coach. 

Lewis shares his experience of professional sport, the highs and lows, and the mental struggles when he eventually had to leave the game. Lewis goes onto explain the immense value and freedom he has found in ultra running and why he thinks they are so helpful for people in everyday life. 

Expect to learn more about the emotions of professional sport. 

Expect to reflect on how you view failure. 

Expect to be motivated to do an ultra marathon. 


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In this episode, Fergus is joined by James Exton, former barrister and co-founder of LDN Muscle.

James has lived an extremely varied life, growing up on the wrong side of the law, to then qualifying as a lawyer and becoming a barrister. While in full time employment, James and his brother, Tom, founded LDN Muscle, an online transformation coaching business that has helped over 100,000 people to reach their goals. 

James also does a lot of work with the prison system, instilling positive values and coaching inmates to become successful personal trainers when they leave. 

Expect to appreciate the value of hard work and discipline. 

Expect to reflect on your goals and ambitions. 

Expect to be motivated. 

James’ Instagram: @je_ldnm

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Nick Whitcombe (Nick Capo), former drug-smuggler, competitive bodybuilder and current successful gym owner. 

Nick has lived an extremely varied life, facing adversity every step of way. From growing up in Merseyside with a single mother and being a victim of sexual abuse, to being sentenced to prison for 6 years. 

In 2020, Nick went viral for being the main man behind the campaign to keep gyms open during Covid. He gained a massive amount of publicity and was labelled a community hero, however, this fame unfortunately lead to historic charges being dug up and Nick eventually returning to prison for the second time…

Nick is very honest and open about his mistakes, but is now on a mission to show the world that people can change and can indeed transform their lives and become better versions of themselves. 

Expect to explore Nick’s rollercoaster of a story. 

Expect to reflect on the UK justice system. 

Expect to consider your own upbringing and how it’s shaped your life. 

Nick’s Instagram: @nickcapo__

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Jonathan Pain: coach, hybrid athlete, ultra-runner,  and father of four.

Fergus asks Jonny to outline the things to consider when trying to balance training alongside being a parent.

Many people use having children as a reason to stop training, but Jonny wants to show people that you can do both, it just requires good communication with your partner, time blocking and being able to make sacrifices when required. 

Expect to reflect on how you find balance in your life. 

Expect to reconsider your priorities. 

Expect to understand that you can still train. 

Jonny's Instagram: @jonathanpain

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In this episode, to celebrate reaching 100K followers, I answer the questions put to me by my Instagram audience.

The episode focusses on various topics, including my dream guests for the podcast, my favourite and least favourite training session, my goals for 2024, starting a YouTube channel and much much more.

Expect to learn more about Fergus' goals.

Expect to reflect on how you use social media.

Expect to question your WHY.

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Mike Gammell, Co-Founder of Days Brewing. 

After quitting their corporate jobs in 2020, Mike and his co-founder, Duncan, set off on their entrepreneurial journey and started an alcohol free beer brand - Days Brewing. 

Mike is not sober, and sees the enormous value in socialising over a beer, but by incorporating non-alcoholic beers, he believes you can still enjoy the occasion of a beer without compromising  on your recovery and health. 

Fergus and Mike discuss Mike's journey to starting a business, the pressure and stress that goes with being in such a competitive industry, the process of trying to fundraise and grow the business, the many benefits of drinking non alcoholic beer, and much much more. 

Expect to understand the difficulties of running a business. 

Expect to reflect on your mindset and ambitions. 

Expect to reconsider how you view alcohol.  

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by John Barclay, former Scotland Rugby Captain, father and broadcaster.

John made 76 appearances for Scotland, as well as playing for Glasgow Warriors, Scarlets and Edinburgh. In 2020, John announced his retirement from professional rugby and has since become involved in media and the whisky industry.

Fergus and John discuss his rugby career, the lessons he has learned and how he's applying them to his life now,  dealing with injury, the future of the sport, what needs to change in order for it to survive, and much much more.

John also explains his thoughts on the recent controversial topic of Louis Rees-Zammit leaving rugby to try and pursue a career in the NFL.

Expect to learn about the pressure of professional sport.

Expect to question the future of rugby.

John's Instagram - @johnbarc

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