In this episode of The Rohan Parrant Method, I’m joined by John from CRF Performance—someone who shares my deep respect for biomechanics and movement quality. With a background that blends mechanical problem-solving and strength coaching, John brings a unique lens to functional fitness.

Together, we unpack the real reason so many people struggle with injuries and burnout: poor movement mechanics and misaligned training goals. We explore the concept of treating the body like a machine—understanding structure, improving stability, and programming with intention. We also talk about the pressure to train for aesthetics, especially in a social media-driven world, and how that often derails progress and performance.

This episode is all about shifting the lens—from how training looks to how it actually functions—so you can build a body that lasts.

Key Takeaways:

• The body is your machine—training should be built around precision, structure, and function
• Mechanics and injury prevention are the foundation of sustainable performance
• Core stability, particularly through the obliques, is essential for injury reduction and balance
• Aesthetic-driven training often ignores how the body moves—leading to plateaus and pain
• Every program needs planned recovery—reloads are as vital as your heaviest lifts
• There is no one-size-fits-all approach—customisation matters for real results

Resources Mentioned:

• Follow John at CRF Performance on Instagram & Facebook
• Explore teachings from Perry Nicholson and Greg Cook for more on movement and performance

About Rohan

Rohan Parrant is a counsellor, coach, speaker and wellbeing strategist dedicated to helping individuals and leaders live, perform and lead without burning out. With over two decades of experience across construction, trades, corporate, education and youth services, he brings a grounded, no-BS approach to personal development, mental health and leadership.

On The Rohan Parrant Method podcast, Rohan dives into honest, practical conversations with everyday people, thought leaders and high performers to explore what it really means to grow, heal and lead well—especially under pressure. From burnout and mindset to trauma, resilience and self-awareness, this is the show for people who want to go deeper, feel stronger, and show up better in all areas of life.

With a background that bridges real-world grit and emotional depth, Rohan knows what it takes to rise after setbacks, push past mental barriers, and keep showing up with integrity. His episodes are packed with raw insights, grounded tools and powerful stories that challenge the status quo and call you to step into something greater.

Whether you're rebuilding, evolving or just curious, Rohan’s method is real, relatable and always rooted in lived experience.

Connect with Rohan:
Website: rohanparrant.com