Getting Down with Doug

Stress is a killer! I mean literally it destroys our cells as well as increases our chances of heart attacks and strokes. We all know this, but what exactly is stress, why do we have it, and most importantly, what can we do to combat it? As you'll see the film and tv industry is full of risk factors to our mental health. Here I'll point out what those dangers are and how you can protect yourself and others from the effects of stress!   Links: Meditation apps and audio: Insight timer: https://insig.ht/NY8zwLbsupb?utm_source=copy_link&utm_medium=live_stream_share https://www.headspace.com Mindful Practice: https://insig.ht/GsiuUjrsupb?utm_source=copy_link&utm_medium=live_stream_share Exercise: 15 minute Hit session: https://youtu.be/il6QV3NoXdE 20 Minute Yoga: https://youtu.be/4__-sEB3soo Low light lighting: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dimmable-Rechargeable-1000mAh-Battery-Wardrobe/dp/B08Z7T7QHJ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1ABLP641VZ69P&keywords=battery%2Bpowered%2Blight&qid=1650813164&sprefix=battery%2Bpowered%2Blight%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzUlNPR0YwNEtCNTJPJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzIxMjQ1TldYV1VMUzFHRUpUJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyOTgwNTMxTExRVlg0RDZPUVNCJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1 Breathing exercises Ocean breathing: https://insig.ht/8374yL1Ivpbutm_source=copy_link&utm_medium=live_stream_share Wim Hoff: https://youtu.be/tybOi4hjZFQ Burnout quiz: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTCS_08.htm  

If you struggle doing nightshoots then your'e not alone! It turns out it's an incredibly damaging thing for our body to go through! In this video I go through the need for sleep as outlined by Matthew Walker and tell you how you can shift your internal clock from day into nights (as studied by Andrew Huberman). So if you got a nighshoot coming up and looking to ease the pain this is perfect for you!

In this instalment I interview International stuntman and Youtube extraordinaire Damien Walters and find out what his strategies he implores to stay calm, even when falling 130ft. I'll explain the how fear and excitement are inexorably linked, why you need to keep on eye on your bias and the surprising effect our eyes have on our nervous system.

In this first episode I tell you all about my exciting new 9 part guide to dealing with fear and anxiety. I combine my knowledge as a stuntman with my studies in neuroscience and psychology to give you a theory and action to counter your feelings of anxiety. In this series. In this episode I'll tell you all about how fear works and why it works. 

Fresh off kayaking from Lake District to London Paul Lowe decided to walk from Liverpool to Southend for charity. I catch up with him just after reaching his halfway point to find out his motivation and what prompted it. If you'd like to donate to his cause then please go to @littleLowe!

Dave LeDuc is the current open weight Lethwei champion. A mixed martial art using bareknuckled, knees, elbows and even headbutts. I spoke in length to this legend about his rise to champion and where he wants to take the sport.

Today I'm joined by Aram, a yoga teacher from London that has built up an impressive student base with his Astanga-Vinyasa-Karma mix up. A long time student of Stewart Gilgrist, with an interest in psychology, philosophy and great dad jokes. In short a very interesting dude! Check him out!

David Kam is a yoga teacher and qualified architect. He brings a fresh approach to yoga, by focusing on the transitions instead of the poses. Find out more about this lovely man and his thoughts on movement.

James Boag is one of the most illuminating individuals I've come across. I loved this conversations. He has a deep knowledge of yoga and languages and we talk in depth about what yoga is really all about. A must listen to students of yoga looking to deepen their understanding of the practice. He studies the Gita and The sutras and offers courses in both. Links below to all the places you can find them.     website: www.jamesboagyoga.com   jamesboagyoga Youtube channel: What is Yoga April 2020 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHG4Ju8uicQ&list=PLXuifz1VDq2SOehFbxiCZhsWcSwHawvJL   james boag yoga youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRocMQaUuTLAyB7JWyA6azA   Soundcloud links: Jamesboagyoga: meditations/talks/poems: https://soundcloud.com/james-boag-517265519

Lorraine Maher is Gastro specialist who loves to talk gut health! We chat about what lives in your stomach, microbes, diets and poo.

Scotty Britz is the founder of Battle Cancer and has raised nearly £800 000 for those effected by the disease. He has done so through his passion for helping and his courage to dream big. He's a gent and a warrior and I loved talking to him! Please go to: https://www.battlecancer.com to support

Harry AA! One of the worlds fastest men talks about how he's keeping his Olympic dreams alive during lockdown. Harry is far more philosophical than I imagined. He talks about his training methods and history, but also how understanding yourself is key to succeeded in any aspect of life. He's a larger than life kind of a guy, physically and mentally.

WARNING: STRONG LANGUAGE AT THE BEGINING. Skip to 4:04 to miss it. Jennifer West is a bodybuilder and PT with a passion for helping people reach goals beyond just looking good. She is currently featured on MTV's "The Challenge" and previously took part in "Survival of the Fittest", but she now faces her biggest challenge, being asked to send men her underwear and socks! We talk about this and more in this episode.

Tim Benjamin was a profession 400m runner who managed to achieve accolades on all of the biggest stages: The Worlds, Commonwealth and Olympic Games. After Injury cut his career short he turned his focus to helping other achieve their goals through his work as a PT and later setting up his gym franchise. Join me as we talk about how much goes into running. And running a business.

Rick English is one of the top stuntmen in world, holding three Taurus awards (Stunt Oscars) for his work in Inception, Mission Impossible and Fast and the Furious, while also being nominated for several others. Join me as we break down his approach to staying at the top of his game and what went into those Taurus awards.

Wolfie is a dancer (Little mix)come fitness instructor who never lost his passion for performing and now leads some of the best Spin classes you can attend. He' shares his insight into the tough world of professional dancing, his use of meditation and his general positive demeanour. He's a pleasure to talk and listen to. Enjoy!

Damien Walters is no stranger to doing something dangerous. He's done plenty of stunts that pushed the boundaries of what seems possible. Even by his standards though this may be his most ambitious stunt to date. To write and direct a movie then use the pool of talent within his social network to cast and film it. I'm joined today by Damien and two stuntmen who star in this film, School fight. They discuss what it's like making a feature film with your friends... and without breakfast.

One of my favourite conversations so far. His an author, a coach, a motivational speaker and an inspiration. Pat Divilly discusses his journey from being broke to fixing himself while helping others. This is jam packed full of great advice and wisdom. 

It's safe to say we are all spending a lot more time in doors now with a lot more free time. But what is the state of our immediate environment and what impact is that having on our happiness. Dilly Carter helps you people all over the place reclaim their homes by organising it one draw at a time. Learn about how you can get started and why it's so important now.

In this podcast we talk to Irish fitness superstar and influencer Nat. She tells us her top tips on getting a digital presence, the dangers of being too healthy and how's she's handling life in isolation. Oh and courgette porridge.

Holly White has done so much and as a result we end up talking about a lot of different subjects. She has been a broadcaster, actress, stylist and now with a passion for sharing plant based eating and living. She's even has her own book out called "Vegan-ish". In this episode she has plenty of tips on getting started on a digital platform, how to stay healthy, how to look after yourself and the environment. She's a beaut!

Today we use a love and kindness meditation to reconnect with those we can't see physically. Cultivating a feeling of love and affection from afar.

I'm joined by yogi and podcaster Kevin Boyle who teaches yoga as well as teacher trainings out in Dublin. He also hosts a successful Podcast called "The Yoga Life". He joins me as we discuss this new landscape we find ourselves in and how teachers are having to adapt to survive.

Take a break from all the madness and find some peace by focusing on the present

One of my favourite things about travelling and yoga is meeting new people. I loved Josh's class and outlook so I knew I had to have him on the podcast. He's a skate boarder and dancer turned yogi with a great knowledge of anatomy and movement.

Join me for another session of Meditation Monday as we focus on four simple elements.

In this short meditation we give our busy minds a break as we anchor of focus on the breath.

Bobby is former GB gymnast, a Guinness world record holder, semi professional football player and most notably Chris Hemsworth stunt double. He a super talented individual who is quite possibly the most successful stuntman currently working

Brand new meditations every Monday!

Alistair Whitton is an X games athlete and stuntman. British born and now American made. He has competed against and beat the best in BMX and now boasts an impressive credit list of movies. Most notably the latest Bond, Bourne and Han Solo: A Star Wars Story. Join me as we unpack his journey so far.

Damien is a world class gymnastic who found a passion for making videos and showcasing his talents in creative ways. He has since appeared in the biggest action films around, back flipped over a formula E car and even hurled himself over his own house! Get behind what makes this man tick!

Listen to our experience of taking on the 72 hour water fast. Insights and info for anyone thinking about doing it!

Rosie is an influencer and wellness advocate who had to learn the hard way how to take it easy. She runs her company and website "Miss Nutritionist" with the aim of helping others look after themselves by taking a holistic approach to how they eat, exercise and sleep.This episode is full of great advice so get a paper and pen and tune in!

My next guest is a fascinating man. Yoga teacher, ex professional skater and Acro yoga machine! We talk yoga, philosophy, and the power of language.

My Next guest is a stuntman who has worked on Wonder Woman, Star Wars and Game of Thrones. He has more recently moved into action design by making Pre Viz. His videos have gone viral and he is currently working with some of the top studios in the world. Join me as we find out more about this talented yet pale man.

From humble and wild beginnings Lewis young has forged himself an impressive career. With credits including Game of Thrones, Star Wars, James Bond and Harry Potter. He is also brutally honest and a straight talker with a heart of gold. We cover so many subjects here and his energy is palpable. Enjoy!

Adam is a teacher from London who has been teaching over 15 years. He discusses what makes a good teacher, his views on assisting and should yoga be competitive. A must listen for students and teachers alike as we look deeper into the purpose of a teacher and the state of Yoga.

Straight out of Dublin. Join me as we chat about how and why Sophia started up Hot Yoga Dundrum with her sister. We also chat about her favourite types of eggs, should yogis make money and a bit about the new Bikram Documentary.

On Sunday I took part in a gruelling 13 hour workout with 12 top lads to raise awareness for suicide. The biggest killer for those under 45 in the uk. During the workout, in between breaths and bites I chatted to some of the legends taking part. Enjoy!

It's been a crazy week. I've watched for a while this type of behaviour happen in so many other realms, but I never thought it would come to the yoga community. I carefully lay out my experience in daring to criticise the Yoga is Dead podcast's first episode. I've taken a lot of heat for it. Here's what I think....

Dom is a PT and real life Tinderalla! She embarked on a journey to navigate the world of online dating with the help of her friends and filmed it all. Join me as she shares her story, best tinder and dating practices and reviews my tinder profile! Enjoy

This was one the best podcasts I've done! Amy is a meditation guru, womens coach and tantric teacher. Amy shares her knowledge of tantra, meditation and body work and discusses the need for a balanced approach to male and female relationships. 

Todays guest is a good friend and talented athlete! One of the pioneers of free running in the uk he has gone on to make his own films and stunt double on movies like the avengers and hitman Bodyguard. We talk getting fit, getting injured and being vegan.

This is a recording from a live event at Yogahub Dublin. I sat down with the Joe Rogan of yoga podcasts Kevin Boyle and the Post Malone of Yoga Patrick Beach. Patrick is a legend in yoga, both for his incredible practice and his ability to put together interesting and powerful classes. He's a sensation on youtube and instagram. Kevin Boyle is quickly becoming the man to speak to in yoga. His diverse range of guests and authentic approach to subjects makes him compelling. It was a pleasure to share the floor with these two!

This episode is something I've been working on for a while now. He's a fascinating character of history that has done so much to bring peace into this world. But who was the Buddha and how did he overcome the suffering that is so prevalent in life? Listen up to find out more!

Emily was diagnosed with arthritis at just 20. After being put on a series of drugs and countless trips to the doctors she wanted to take control of her own health. When exhaustive searches turned up very little information she decided to matters into her own hands. She began a blog, website and instagram page dedicated to helping those suffering with arthritis. By sharing her story as well as recipes, medication reviews and inspiration she managed to connect with over 10 000 followers in just a year. 

This week we continue our journey down the body into the hips and diaphragm! Bring your naval to the spine? Tuck your tail bone under? Find your root lock? What does it all mean? Keep listening to find out!

The second instalment is here. We demystify yoga and all its phrases and terminaolgy into a bitesize podcast. Today we talk the importance of posture, mudras, ida and pingala and even the serpent in your the base of your spine. Enjoy 

In this series we uncover the words that are not often explained in a class. With lift the veil of uncertainty and demystify the terms. So join me as I make yoga a little more accessible in this first part of "Yoga Decoded".

Today I bring you the amazing podcast run by Suzi Clarke. She always has great guests on and today that guest is me! So if you want to know a little more abut yours truly, stunts and how I got into yoga then listen up!

I've been doing a lot of events recently, Sweatlife, Soul Circus and Mass yoga and it got me intersted in why I get butterflies (or nausea) in my stomach. It also got me asking why I've recently got less nervous and how other yoga teachers and athletes deal with them. I answer all of these questions in todays podcast. Enjoy.