Human 1st

Today I welcome Tom Foxley to the podcast. He is a performance coach to adventurepreneurs, former Royal Marines Commando, freedom seeker, skier, mountaineer, and climber who lives for adventure. If you are looking for that bit extra in business, fitness or life in general this episode is for you! For more information on Tom and the services he offers, click the link below:   Website: www.tomfoxley.me Instagram: @tomfoxley Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/30ZGjAhnlCceMXLkOf4gts?si=db15c366e8f24010   Our sponsors www.apenutrition.co.uk  www.redlightrising.co.uk   Use the code HUMAN at check out to save 10%   To find out about working with me head to www.dtilston.com

Today's episode is with Lucy Lismore, a personal trainer passionate about empowering women. She focuses on fat loss, boosting confidence, and building strength at home with minimal equipment (and having fun in the process) 4 years ago Lucy weighed 30kgs more and had never stepped foot in a gym. Now, she emphasizes the importance of understanding fitness, nutrition, and mindset to foster a healthy balance with over 370k subscribers on YouTube & over 23 million views.  During this episode we cover all of the above and ALOT more …    To find out more about Lucy please head to; ▪️ https://www.lucylismorefitness.com ▪️ https://www.instagram.com/lucy.lismore.fitness ▪️ lucylismorefitness@gmail.com   Episode Sponsors - Check out Discount Code = HUMAN APE Nutrition - www.apenutrition.co.uk Red Light Rising - www.redlightrising.co.uk   A request from me please share this episode to anyone you feel it would benefit. The more shares - the more episodes we can continue to release. Thank you for listening! See you on the next episode! David    Personal Website - https://www.dtilston.com/ Podcast questions: human1stpod@gmail.com

Today I welcome Mr Ten Minutes, Florian Dagoury to the podcast. He is a free diving instructor currently based in Thailand and for the past 10 years him and his team have taught over 7,000 students, 300 free diving instructors and coached many champions along the way. In his early years he was mainly trained in deep diving, achieving a 90 metre dive in just one breath.  Over the following years he developed a soft spot for static apnea and made it his priority, hitting 10 and a half minutes which was seen as a world number one performance. Florian sees his discipline as a way to develop basic abilities including; deep relaxation, co2 tolerance, hypoxia resistance, lung capacity and mental techniques.    You can find more information on Florian and his work following the links here: Website: https://www.thestaticplatform.com/ Instagram: @mr10minutes   Sponsors with the code "HUMAN" at checkout: Red Light Rising: https://redlightrising.co.uk/ Ape Nutrition: https://apenutrition.co.uk/   Train with me: David Tilston: https://www.dtilston.com/   Contact us: human1stpod@gmail.com  

Today I welcome Neil Shoney to the podcast. He specialises in business and marketing fundamentals, paid advertising, website SEO and growth hacks, copywriting, email & content marketing, social media and a lot more. This episode will be of benefit to anyone looking to understand social media more - especially those in the health and fitness space.    For more information on Neil and the services he offers, click the link below: Website: www.neilshoney.com Instagram: @neilshoneymac   Our sponsor: apenutrition.co.uk  Use the code HUMAN at check out to save 10%   And if you'd like to get in touch: human1stpod@gmail.com

Today I am grateful to welcome Andy Torbet to the podcast. Andy is; an underwater explorer, professional cave diver, Team GB skydiver, free diver, climber, film maker, TV presenter, author and he has also been a part of the stunt team on the 2021 Bond Movie - No Time To Die.   During this episode we explore Andy's incredible life and career to date.   To find out more about Andy and his work, find him on Linked in or Instagram: @andy_torbet   Thank you for listening! Please continue to like, subscribe, review and share this podcast.

Today I am fortunate to welcome Dr Paul Dallaghan to the podcast. Paul has devoted the last 3 decades to developing expertise in the field of breath, mind/body lifestyle. He has a specialised background that ranges from advanced practictioner to accomplished academic scholar whilst also being an accomplished entrepreneur. He has also been acknowledged in the yoga tradition with a unique title that translates to "expert in breath". During this episode we dive into Paul's vast amount of experience, PHD studies, the science behind breathing and analysing popular methods that are practiced around the world today.    Links mentioned in this episode: Samahita Retreat: https://samahitaretreat.com Instagram: @samahitaretreat Breathwork articles: https://samahitaretreat.com/explore/blog/articles/   Simple breathing follow along video: https://samahitaretreat.com/1-minute-yoga-simple-breathing/ ...with many more here too: https://samahitaretreat.com/explore/blog/vlogs/  

On today's episode I am pleased to welcome Jacob Manning to the podcast. Jacob is a yoga teacher and coach from Southern California. During this episode we dive into his lifestory which includes training to a high level in a number of sports as well as drug use, faith, yoga, working with a professional baseball team and many life lessons learned along the way. This is a raw and honest episode which I am sure will be of benefit to many!   SPONSORS APE Nutrition - Discount Code HUMAN at the checkout Red Light Rising - Discount Code HUMAN at the checkout    PODCAST LINKS (Please send me details of recommended links, numbers and clinics so I can continue to include these in my future episodes). US link - https://americanaddictioncenters.org/rehab-guide/alcohol-drug-hotline Mind UK - https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/recreational-drugs-alcohol-and-addiction/drug-and-alcohol-addiction-useful-contacts/ Help For Addiction - https://www.help4addiction.co.uk/   Thank you for joining Jacob and myself for this episode … please support the podcast by liking, subscribing, commenting and sharing all of which is massively appreciated.   See you on next episode!  DT

To kick off season 2 I am pleased to welcome Dr Steve James. During this episode we discuss the reasons that got him into medicine, life on a covid ward during the pandemic, the variations in statistics, what health really is and many strategies that can be utilised to live better. Points have been openly discussed in this episode to provide transparency, so that we can learn from the past and navigate the road ahead together. Thank you in advance ... To find out more about Dr Steve James please follow the links below;  Website - www.health-awakening.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drstevejames/ To support the podcast please check out our sponsors using the code HUMAN at the checkout: Red Light Rising - www.redlightrising.co.uk APE nutrition - www.apenutrition.co.uk  

For this weeks episode I welcome a good friend to the podcast; former UK Special Forces and mindset coach, Simon Jeffries. Over the next hour he unpacks his diverse journey to the current day and outlines the many lessons learnt when he now uses to help educate others as part of the team at The Natural Edge. I've been fortunate to work alongside Simon for the last few years so I knew that this episode would be packed full of insightful points that will be of benefit to all that listen.    You can find Simon through the following links; Instagram: @the.natural.edge Website: www.thenaturaledge.com

This week I welcome the co-founder of Red Light Rising, Brian Gohl. During this episode we dive into the science behind near infrared and red light use as well as looking into how Red Light Rising was formed. Bryan has a fascinating journey to date all of which is apparent during this conversation. Check out their website below, and don't forget to use the code "HUMAN" at the checkout to save. www.redlightrising.co.uk

This week I welcome Mark Robberds to the podcast. Mark has a wealth of experience as a certified Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Kinstretch Instructor, FRC mobility Specialist and much more.    During this episode we dive into Mark's journey; how he got into yoga, what he has learned as a practitioner, teacher and parent as well as looking at the many other movement disciplines and methods he has explored with some of the best coaches in the world over the last 25 years.    You can find Mark through the following links:   Website: https://www.markrobberds.com Instagram: @markrobberds

This week I am pleased to welcome Brazilian Jui Jitsu Black Belt Adam Ellis to the podcast. During this episode we discuss his journey into martial arts, the benefits of yoga for BJJ, his recent involvement working within the UFC and how lessons learned within these arts cross over to many other aspects of life in general. You can find Adam on Instagram @adamellisbjj    

In todays episode I welcome Magician James Stott, also known as The Magic Marine. James is a former soldier and Royal Marines Commando who has served in Iraq and Afghanistan as well as spending the last 2 years of his service as a medic with the Special Boat Service.  James talks about his magic, performing to a number of well known celebrities, preparing for his acts on Britains Got Talent and the mental challenges he has experienced over the years. You can find James using the following links; Instagram; @themagicmarine Website; https://www.themagicmarine.com

In this episode I'm joined by Lady Edwina Grosvenor, daughter to the sixth Duke of Westminster. This conversation follows her journey from Eaton Hall to Nepal and to this current day where she works within the UK prison system. I really enjoyed this episode as it shows a huge contrast between comfort to adversity and helping those in need.    You can find Lady Edwina and her work through the following links: Charity website: https://onesmallthing.org.uk/board-of-trustees/edwina-grosvenor Podcast: JUSTICE Apple link: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/justice-with-prison-philanthropist-edwina-grosvenor/id1436859351 Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2pq505DVFPn3HEoUsfMxDP?si=ajsRpPGPSG6zNaFaoC8LUw

In today's episode I welcome my good friend and coach, Miguel Sant'ana. Miguel is a professional hand balancer from Brazil who has taught around the world and is now based in Hong Kong at his studio, Invert. His mission as a teacher is to inspire his students to develop a clear understanding and commitment to excel in their hand balance practice.  This discussion really gets into the details about how to progress any skill, regardless of what it may be and gives an insight into Miguel's own methods for coaching and as a practitioner.    You can find Miguel with the following links; Personal website: https://miguelhandbalance.com Instagram: @miguel_hand_balance  

On todays episode I welcome Rachel Hobbs to the podcast - Rachel is a clinically trained dietician, certified therapist & has been voted one of the top exercise trainers in the world. She helps individuals overcome fear, develop food freedom and to rediscover themselves and passion so they are finally free to experience joy, pleasure and purpose. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did!   You can find Rachel with the following links; Website: https://www.rachelannehobbs.com Instagram: @rachelannehobbsrd

This has to be one of the most crazy discussions that I have recorded to date and you'll see why. Today I welcome a very good friend of mine to the podcast, Nick Brewer. During this episode we look at Nick's journey; from skiing at international level as a teenager to drug smuggling, prison, isolation, meditation, movement, coaching and the many lessons learnt along the way.  WARNING; please be aware that during this episode we discuss graphic accounts of life in prison and situations that occurred within organised crime and gangs.    To find Nick, head to the following links; Website: https://primalmoves.com Instagram: @nickonhands

On this weeks episode I am joined by Sarah Pierroz, a Canadian artist and international arts educator. She has taught in Egypt, Italy and at the United College of the Adriatic. Much of her work explores & expresses human movement inspired by her studies in yoga, free diving and various other movement disciplines. I have been interested in her work for years as she manages to express concepts with art where words often fail...   You can find Sarah on her website: www.sarahpierrozart.com & on Instagram; @sarah.pierroz   Want to get in touch? Email us at human1stpod@gmail.com

Today I welcome Yuval Ayalon to the podcast (also known as Yuval on Hands). I've been fortunate enough to have been taught by Yuval at a number of events in the past, and I am very grateful to be able to share many of his methods with you today. During this episode we dive into Yuval's past experiences performing as part of an international gymnastics team, on stage in Las Vegas for 8 years & hand and head balancing!    Please find the links for Yuval below: Website: www.yuvalonhands.com Instagram: @yuval_on_hands   Our sponsor: www.apenutrition.co.uk - use the code "HUMAN" at the checkout for 10% off.  Get in touch! human1stpod@gmail.com  

This week I speak to Alex Sesto - Alex is a London based movement coach who draws upon a diverse and extensive background to help coach others through many different aspects of their human experience. During our conversation today we explore dealing with adversity, training, psychedelics (plant medicine), depression, fatherhood and a whole lot more.    You can find Alex and information on his upcoming events using the links below;   Event details: https://linktr.ee/Sestoflow Instagram: @sestoflow  @flowstate.collective   Our sponsor; www.apenutrition.co.uk -  use the code "HUMAN" at the checkout for 10% off. 

This week I welcome Jo Rodriguez to the podcast. Jo is an experienced psychologist specialising in cognitive behavioural therapy (also known as CBT), health psychology and has taken these skills into TV consultation roles working alongside Bear Grylls and alike. Jo's website: https://joannarodriguez.co.uk In this podcast we touch on just a few of the many topics surrounding mental health, so please if you feel you need to reach out to someone there are links below to put you in touch with different establishments;   https://www.mind.org.uk https://www.thecalmzone.net https://www.youngminds.org.uk https://rock2recovery.co.uk  

Today I welcome to Josh, the co-founder of APE Nutrition - a health & performance optimisation brand - to the podcast. This episode is jam-packed full of topics; the story behind the brand, supplements, fat based snacks, mushrooms, MCT oil, carbon neutral meat, sustainable farming, meditation, breathing and training as well as details on new products they currently have in the works.    I'm also really proud to announce that APE Nutrition will be supporting the podcast going forward as one of our main sponsors - use the code "HUMAN" at checkout to receive 10% off your order.      Please find below some helpful links;     For Josh & the company:   Website: https://apenutrition.co.uk/discount/HUMAN Instagram: @ape_nutrition     Resources mentioned in this episode:   Table of Nutrients: *coming soon* Apple TV documentary/Book: Sacred Cow Amazon Prime documentary: The Biggest Little Farm  Netflix documentary: One Strange Rock Paul Staments Lions Mane study: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/mushroom-memory_b_1725583  

Today I welcome Jo Hedger to the podcast; a 4 times ISA international tree climbing champion (world champion) and 5 times European champion. I have been fortunate enough to train Jo for the last 4/5 years and have been witness to the many improvements she has made not only in her training but in her work, lifestyle & competitions too. In today's conversation we discuss everything from the competitions and prep, daily practices for both mind and body, how she came to follow a carnivore based diet and the running of her own tree care business too.   You can find Jo on the following links; Website: www.arborventuretreecare.co.uk Instagram: @josephinehedger

Today I am pleased to introduce you to my teacher of over 11 years, Angelo Baldissone. Angelo is an 8th Dan black belt with over 52 years of experience in a wide range of different martial art styles. I have learnt a lot about movement and life in general from him, as a coach and good friend, so I really hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did recording it. As mentioned, you can find Angelo through the following links;   Website: https://www.gmangelo.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/gmangelobaldissone

Today I welcome my good friend Alex Nino to the podcast. Formerly from a small village in Colombia to now a very popular London based coach. Alex has a wealth of knowledge and a diverse background which has undoubtedly provided a comprehensive approach to getting the most from his clients as well as his own training. In todays episode we discuss the importance of learning basic bodyweight movements, real functional methods, how to develop ANY type of practice and tips for coaching.  You can find Alex as part of The Movement Space platform: Website: www.themovementspace.tv Instagram: @themovementspace.tv and on his own account: @_alexnino

From war zones to a Welsh Emergency Department, today I welcome Gareth Smith to the podcast: ex-Royal Marine, Paramedic and serving Physician Associate. This conversation is a very honest and raw account of Gareth's experiences with work in hostile environments, emergency trauma care and PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) to life as part of the NHS. We discuss lots of important points, with a few key tips for fellow shift workers too. You can find Gareth on Instagram: @garethsmedia

Welcome back! In today's episode I talk to my good friend and fellow coach, Tom Merrick (also known as the Bodyweight Warrior). Just like the conversations we have in person, we cover a wide range of different topics; training optimisation, coaching tips, development from injuries and the benefits of learning new skills, among many other things. I really hope you gain a lot from this episode and find it helpful for your own development and lifestyle habits.   As mentioned, you can find Tom with the following details; Youtube: The Bodyweight Warrior Instagram: @thebodyweightwarrior Website: www.bodyweightwarrior.co.uk Please rate & subscribe for all future episodes. 

In today's episode I'm joined by health coach, personal trainer and registered Harley Street nutritionist Ryan Carter. I'm really grateful to have Ryan join me for the first episode - we discuss several factors including coffee, food, sleep and circadian rhythm to name a few. I'm sure I'll have Ryan back on the podcast again very soon, but for now I hope you enjoy this episode.   As mentioned, you can find Ryan with the following details: Website: www.livevitae.com Instagram; @livevitae