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Have a comment? I'd love to hear from you! S.4 Ep.8 - Racket Renaissance: Training for Tennis, Padel & PickleballToday, we're joined by tennis coach Dan Rippon, we discuss how the sport is making a comeback, and how two new variations are taking the world including the UK, by storm. We also chat about specific training for it, injury prevention, prehab and rehab.The two popular racket sports gaining traction, often seen as "new tennis types," are Padel (also known as Padel Tennis) and Pickleball. Padel is a doubles-focused game played on a smaller, enclosed court with walls, while Pickleball is similar to tennis but uses a paddle and a plastic ball on a smaller court. A more detailed comparison:Padel:Similar to: A mix of tennis and squash, played on a smaller, enclosed court with walls.Court: Smaller than a tennis court, enclosed with walls.Racket: Uses a solid racket, similar to a platform tennis paddle.Ball: Uses a pressure-filled ball similar to a tennis ball, but slightly softer.Serve: Underhand serveScoring: Same as tennisPopularity: A rapidly growing sport worldwide.Playing the walls: Players can use the walls to bounce the ball. Pickleball:Similar to: A cross between tennis, badminton, and table tennis.Court: Smaller than a tennis court.Racket: Uses a paddle.Ball: Uses a plastic ball with holes.Serve: Underhand serve.Scoring: Similar to tennis, but with a "double-hit" rule.Popularity: Gaining significant popularity in recent years. Dans instagram/facebook is @danripponcoachingTikTok danripponfitness I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

Have a comment? I'd love to hear from you! S.4 Ep.7 - Bringing your Mental "A" Game with Chris Hunt of TherapyciseToday Aaron and I interviewed Christ Hunt of Therapycise. Chris is a mental performance psychologist and former Royal Marine Commando. He specialises in helping people master their own destiny and is highly regarded as a an authority on Mental Performance. It was a fascinating chat, Chris's enthusiasm and energy is infectious and we covered many subjects relating to motivation for exercise, and life in general - well worth a listen if you're struggling with this wet gloomy weather and need a boost.You can find out more about Chris here: FB: facebook.com/mentalperformanceexpertslinkedin.com/in/passionatechrishuntWeb: www.therapycise.co.ukMail: chris@ukfundamental.comI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

Have a comment? I'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the first episode of 2025. Apologies for the delay since Ep.5. I was in Nepal climbing mountains over November and December... In this episode, I welcome Aaron Hopkins, sucessful PT and gym owner. I interviewed him a few months ago and we had a great laugh and were very much of the same mind when discussing all things health/fitness. He will be joining me as co-host, so i'm really looking forward to recording with him.Find out more about Aaron here: https://www.pt-u.co.uk/Amongst other things, we discussed:New Year New Me! (yawn!)  Setting 2025 Health Goals: Discussing how to set realistic and achievable health goals for the new year. Fads like Dry January etc - more harm than Good?People starting new habits : Nutrition Trends: Exploring emerging nutrition trends for 2025, such as plant-based diets, intermittent fasting, or personalised nutrition plans.Effective Workout Routines: Highlighting new and effective workout routines or exercises for different fitness levels and goals.Doing too much, at one time: Motivation and Accountability: Strategies for staying motivated and accountable throughout the year. Tech and Fitness: Discussing the role of technology and apps in monitoring fitness progress and enhancing workouts. Big business, but data for data's sake? Watches, rings, apps, HRV useful:Over Christmas, we had a great question from a listener, we discussed this too:"Sleep/nutrition/rest are critically important, especially when compared to our younger days. So my question for the podcast is this: Because there are now more mature people training harder than ever before, are we entering uncharted territority in terms of our awareness of training/recovery for middle -aged athletes? Sure, there have been a small number of older athletes for a long time, but I suspect there have never before been so many middle-aged, 'normal' folk who are continuing to train hard alongside their daily lives. Is the coaching/nutrition industry up to speed on this? Is it even being recognised, let alone being catered for?"I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

Have a comment? I'd love to hear from you! S.4 Ep.5 - Extreme Dieting Part 2: VeganIn Part 2 of 2, I talk to Professor Greg Whyte OBE (Sports Science) and Professor Andy Lane (Psychology). We discuss Extreme dieting or Fad dieting, why we are drawn to extremes. We discuss the Carnivore diet, the Vegan diet their effects, the negatives and the positives.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.Find out more about Greg Whyte:Instagram @profgregwThe Whyte Answerhttp://www.thewhyteanswer.comBean Lite - The new Bespoke Exercise &  nutrition App https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/bean-lite/id1299547415?mt=8Bump it Uphttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Bump-Up-flexible-exercise-pregnancy/dp/0593077482Achieve the Impossiblehttp://www.achievetheimpossible.co.ukFor more info on Prof Andy Lane:BPS Chartered Psychologist, HCPC Registered Psychologist, Fellow of BASESDirector of Research ExcellenceAssociate Dean, Faculty of Education, Health and Well-Being, University of Wolverhampton, UK, Walsall Campus, WS13BD, UKTwitter @Andylane27http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Andrew_Lanehttps://www.youtube.com/c/andylane27I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

Have a comment? I'd love to hear from you! S.4 Sp.4 - Extreme Eating Part 1: The Carnivore Diet, with Nutritional Therapist Mark Bennett.This week I spoke to Nutritional Therapist Mark Bennett. We spoke about extreme diets, specifically about the carnivore approach which is animal only products. We discussed its effectiveness, safety and how to implement and follow it properly. We also spoke about what happens in the body while its being followed. Mark has been on MM before, we spoke previously about Sugar, Sweeteners and Metabolic Damage (S.3 / Ep.18). We had a great chat then, and he agreed to come back on to discuss this topic with me.I'm very interested in nutrition generally, but especially in the extremes - from pure meat, to no meat - so I'll be covering the vegan approach too.The carnivore diet is a restrictive eating plan that involves consuming only animal products, such as meat, fish, and animal-derived foods like eggs and certain dairy products. It excludes all plant-based foods, including fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, and seeds. The rationale behind this diet is that humans evolved primarily as meat-eaters and that consuming animal products exclusively can provide all essential nutrients.Proponents of the carnivore diet claim various health benefits, including weight loss, improved mental clarity, and relief from autoimmune conditions. However, the scientific evidence supporting these claims is limited and mostly anecdotal.Nutritionally, the carnivore diet can provide adequate protein and fats, including essential fatty acids and amino acids. However, there are concerns about potential nutrient deficiencies, such as vitamin C, fiber, and certain phytonutrients found in plant foods. Additionally, long-term adherence to the diet raises concerns about cardiovascular health due to high saturated fat intake and the potential impact on gut microbiota due to the lack of dietary fiber.Research on the carnivore diet is still in its early stages, and more studies are needed to fully understand its health impacts and sustainability.Mark BennettNutritional Therapist BSc (Hons) BA (Hons) mBANT CNHCCertified Gluten PractitionerNutrigenetic CounsellorMark is a functionally trained and qualified Nutritional Therapist, having achieved a first class honours nutritional therapy science degree. Functional medicine looks at the body as a whole and is focussed on identifying the causes of chronic disease rather than symptomatic relief. By intelligently identifying the root cause of symptoms and disease, targeted and individually tailored dietary and lifestyle interventions can be recommended to help the client achieve their health goals. Mark is a member of the British Association for Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy (BANT), the Complementary and Natural Health Care Council (CNHC), as well as being a registered Certified Gluten Practitioner and Nutrigenetic Counsellor. Mark runs a private clinic near Reading in Berkshire. Areas of specialism are cancer support, autoimmunity, chronic fatigue/ME and dementia. Mark regularly speaks at well being and lifestyle events and provides content for various online and real world publications/channels. Website: www.entirewellbeing.comI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

Have a comment? I'd love to hear from you! S.4 Ep.3 - Coach Masterclass: Greg Mikolap from ICON This is the second of a series of interviews of local (to me) established coaches, PTs and gym owners. Todays guest is Greg Mikolop owner of ICON in Maidenhead, Berkshire. I've known him for several years, we worked together for a few years as freelance PT's many years ago.Today, we dive into his training philosophy, successes, failures, some thoughts on nutrition and supplementation, and generally insights and learnings...You can see more about Greg here:ICON Gymhttps://icongym.co.uk/LinkedIin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/goodlookingbody/?originalSubdomain=ukInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/iconmaidenhead?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.4 Ep.2 - Coach Masterclass: With Aaron Hopkins of PT:UThis is the first of a series of interviews of local (to me) established coaches, PTs and gym owners. Todays guest is Aaron Hopkins, owner of PT:U in Crowthorne near Wokingham.Aarons Bio: Aaron HopkinsAaron has a wealth of knowledge and experience ranging from sports performance to body composition with testimonials to prove his results.  He has put his skills to the test from playing semi-pro rugby, running ultra marathons and competing in powerlifting.​We had a great chat for just over an hour, and we covered training, nutrition, supplements and our experiences, successes and failures. We had lots in common but I don't share his hatred of spinning!Check out PT:U Here:https://www.pt-u.co.uk/Check out Aaron and PT:U on Facebook and Instagram too Here:https://www.instagram.com/ptupersonaltraininggym?igsh=MWpvdXlqazg4M2V5NQ==https://www.facebook.com/PTUPersonalTrainingGymI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.4 Ep.1 - The Science of Pain & Pushing Through the Pain BarrierWelcome to a new season, looking forward to some great new guests and also getting some previous guests back on.Today i'm speaking to Dr Richard Harrison, he is a pain researcher employed at the University of Reading and affiliated with the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences (SPCLS) and Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics (CINN). His research focuses predominately on pain, examining psychological processes underlying how pain is processed, as well as individual differences in the ability to modulate (or control) the experience of pain.As pain is a multi-faceted phenomenon, involving sensory, emotional, cognitive and affective dimensions, his research covers a wide breadth in an attempt to understand such a complex topic. Richard is a firm believer in the utility of inter-disciplinary research, especially when studying pain. Working together with colleagues across an array of skill sets helps improve the relevance and scope of his work, as well as reducing the risk of researching within an “echo chamber”. http://www.richaharrison.com/Today we discuss:What pain is, and why it is such a multi-faceted phenomenonHe explained what means by pain being either a body- or mind-stateWhy do some people feel pain so much more acutely than othersHow can athletes can push themselves through what many mere “mortals” can'tWhich type of athletes can handle more than others.I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

This isn't an episode, just an update and review of season 3, plus a  few words about the upcoming Season 4.15,000 downloads, so far and some great feedback, thanks all! I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.20 Optimal Heart Health: Coming Back Stronger After A Heart AttackLast episode in this season, and its a cracker! Today i'm joined by Dr Richard Godfrey, a lecturer in physiology at Brunel University, London. In 2007 he had a near fatal heart attack, but using his knowledge and lots of research, he managed to rebuild his health and heart function. We discuss all aspects of heart heath including, exercise, diet and lifestyle.Dr Richard Godfrey is a Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching and Human Performance at Brunel University, London - but is a physiologist by background. He lectures at every level in physiology and at level 2, 3 and Masters in Sports Coaching. He completed his PhD on ‘The exercise-induced growth hormone response in humans and its association with lactate' in 2003 with Cranfield University. His interests extend to sports performance and increasingly to health-related aspects of exercise. As a result he has published on a wide range of issues: heat, hydration and performance, jet lag, bone health, physiology of rowing, altitude, physiology of exercise training, physiology of triathlon, detraining, cancer and exercise, sleep, immune function and education.In 2003 Richard joined the teaching team in the School of Sport and Education (now College of Health and Life Sciences) following 12 years as a physiologist at the British Olympic Medical Centre (BOMC), the British Olympic Association's Department of Science and Medicine. During the last 7 years with the BOA he was Chief Physiologist of the BOMC and was involved in organising physiology service provision to elite sport before the home-country sports institutes, including the English Institute of Sport, were operational.I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.19 - Creating A Dementia Defence Plan. With Prof. Andy LaneThis episode has a focus on longevity. Today I teamed up with Professor Andy Lane to look at nutrition, exercise, sleep and social interaction and how they may be able to slow down the onset, or reduce the severity of dementia. Brain health is a subject of interest to both of us, as we both have parents suffering from some form of brain condition. Andrew Lane is a Professor of Sport Psychology at the University of Wolverhampton. He is accredited from the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) for scientific support and research and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society. He has authored more than 100 peer refereed journal articles and edited two books. He is a member of the Emotion regulation of others and self research network (www.erosresearch.org) investigating emotion regulation in sport and other settings. His applied work has involved a number of clients including the English Institute of Sport and the London Boxing Association working with an athlete preparing for World Championship contests. I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.18 - Sugars, Sweeteners & Metabolic Damage. With Mark Bennett BScToday I was joined by Mark Bennett, a highly qualified Nutritional Therapist. The plan was to talk about sugars and artificial sweeteners, which we did. But then we got into so much more. Sometimes it got quite technical and we went pretty deeply into chronic health conditions, food and how its eaten can affect them.  We spoke specifically about the diabetes epidemic, obesity - and how it's become such a serious global health issue. I found it fascinating, and I hope you do too. Mark BennettNutritional Therapist BSc (Hons) BA (Hons) mBANT CNHCCertified Gluten PractitionerNutrigenetic CounsellorMark is a functionally trained and qualified Nutritional Therapist, having achieved a first class honours nutritional therapy science degree. Functional medicine looks at the body as a whole and is focussed on identifying the causes of chronic disease rather than symptomatic relief. By intelligently identifying the root cause of symptoms and disease, targeted and individually tailored dietary and lifestyle interventions can be recommended to help the client achieve their health goals. Mark is a member of the British Association for Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy (BANT), the Complementary and Natural Health Care Council (CNHC), as well as being a registered Certified Gluten Practitioner and Nutrigenetic Counsellor. Mark runs a private clinic near Reading in Berkshire. Areas of specialism are cancer support, autoimmunity, chronic fatigue/ME and dementia. Mark regularly speaks at well being and lifestyle events and provides content for various online and real world publications/channels. Website: www.entirewellbeing.comI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.17 - Meal Prepping Tips & TricksToday i'm joined by my buddy Phil Agostino to discuss all aspects of meal preparation. We chat about the many benefits of planning ahead;- Time saving- Reduced stress (the trauma of decision!)- Promotion of healthier eating habits- Better Macro/Micro nutrient balance- Economical, less waste- Less chance of saying "F**K IT! i'm getting a deliveroo!"- Different containers, microwave, BPA free etc- One Pot Meals and batch cooking- Better dietary consistencyWe hope you find this helpful. I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.16 - Ice Baths & Cold Water Immersion with Prof. Greg WhyteIn this episode i'm joined once more by Professor Greg Whyte OBE (Sports Science). We discuss:The concept of cold water immersion including optimum duration and temperature. What scientific evidence exists to support the idea that cold water immersion can have positive effects on the body and mindWhat are the main physiological changes that occur during cold water immersion that contribute to its health and performance benefitsHow cold water immersion impact the body's immune system and its ability to recover from physical exercise or injuries.Potential risks or drawbacks associated with cold water immersion, and how they can be mitigated.Practical recommendations or guidelines for individuals who are interested in incorporating cold water immersion into their health and fitness routines.Specific populations or conditions for which cold water immersion may be particularly beneficial or should be approached with caution.Any psychological or mental health advantages to be gained from regular cold water immersion.We should also maybe emphasise it's always important to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new health or fitness regimen, including cold water immersionFind out more about Greg Whyte:Instagram @profgregwUNSTOPPABLE: https://youtu.be/rKlfKDoZUw0The Whyte Answerhttp://www.thewhyteanswer.comBean Lite - The new Bespoke Exercise &  nutrition App https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/bean-lite/id1299547415?mt=8Bump it Uphttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Bump-Up-flexible-exercise-pregnancy/dp/0593077482Achieve the Impossiblehttp://www.achievetheimpossible.co.ukI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.15 - Nutrigenomics: Nutrition Based on Genotype - With Vicky Godfrey & Kate Scott.Vicky and Kate are both Nutritional Therapists and have started a company called DNApal. This is based on Nutrigenomics, the method of establishing optimum nutrition based on a persons genes.We spoke about :How they both got involved in Nutrigenomics.The definition of NutrigenomicsHow humans developed different nutritional needs from each other From a nutrition standpoint, what genes control, and howHow the gut biome effects nutritional requirementsWhether genetic heritage plays a part - i.e - Hunter gatherer heritage, or farmer heritage etcHow important Nutrigenomics is in sports performanceThoughts on how we as coaches/teachers can help turn around the obesity epidemic.We talk about DNAPal and the services they offer. The website: https://dnapal.me/instagram: https://instagram.com/dna.pal?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DNApalAppI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.14 - A Battle With Long Covid. Part 2 - With Nick Hollis & Dr Deepak RavindranYou may like to listen to Part 1: S.2/Ep.5, to understand this podcast better, but it is not essential. After nearly two years of experimenting with everything from LDN, Fluvoxamine through to eastern medicine such as acupuncture and nutritional fasting etc, Nick Hollis, adventurer, mountaineer, polar explorer and charity fund raiser brings us up to date with his findings.Also returning to the discussion is Dr Deepak Ravindran, an expert in Chronic Pain and leader of a Long Covid research team based at Readings Royal Berkshire Hospital. He gives us an update in the Covid 19 situation and gives us the science of Nicks treatment - the things that worked and the things that didn't. Nick and Deepak discus the similarity between Long Covid, Chronic Pain, ME and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. We cover;1. An update from Dr Ravindran and Nick over the last 2 years - Feedback from The Pain Free Mindset etc- Nicks health progress and recent Antarctic challenge, and coming challenges. 2. How Nick assisted his body in recovering from long covid, and post viral syndrome3. The latest research - 2 years on which you've seen on long covid and heath problems associated with C19. Plus any new research in pain management and treatment. 4. A round up of the most effective evidence based techniques you would recommend for sufferers. Dr Ravindran has also written a pain management book, available HERE. There is also a link below for more information about him and his work.https://linktr.ee/DrDeepakRavindranNick Hollis is completing the 721 Challenge. Climbing all 7 highest mountains on all continents, Crossing two poles and Rowing the Atlantic ocean. Find out more and donate to this awesome challenge at:https://bio.site/721challengeInstagram and facebook: 721challengeI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.13 - The Menopause, Exercise & HRT with Author & PT Amanda ThebeThis is Part 2  of a Hormone Special. In Part 1 I looked into TRT with Expert Dave CrosslandToday I chat to Amanda Thebe, a British PT and author who lives in Canada. She has written a book to help deal with the Menopause, what to expect and how to use exercise to help.  The book is called "MENOPOCALYPSE" and is well worth reading (link below), especially if you're going through that challenging time and need a no-nonsense guide. Amongst other things, we chat aboout;How the process starts, and how the 3 phases of menopause progress from peri, to full menopause and post menopauseIdentifying the common initial symptoms of peri menopause and its affects mentally and physicallyThe usual timeframe from the first effects of peri menopause leading to full symptoms of menopauseThe relationship between levels of oestrogen and progesterone in relation to the onset of the menopauseThe current medical opinion on HRT, whether it actually helps, or just defers the symptoms of the menopause. Also, how long is treatment with HRT is recommendedMy last episode was on testosterone and TRT, obviously as a man it's very important, but we talk about how testosterone could be important to women as well.How exercise can help physically and mentally when going thorough menopause The role of nutrition and possibly some supplementation in relation to symptoms, what has bee found to be effective.The benefits of strength training for women, and why it is even more important during and after the menopauseThoughts on Cold Water Immersion - very popular in menopausal womenWe discuss her book and further reading.If you'd like to find out more about Amanda, check out the links below:http://www.amandathebe.com/meno-resourceWEBSITE: AmandaThebe.comInstagram | www.instagram.com/amanda.thebeFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/amandathebex Twitter | https://twitter.com/amandathebexLinkedIn |  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-thebe/YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/AmandaThebexPodcast | www.amandathebe.com/podcast I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.12 - TRT - Testosterone Replacement Therapy with Dave CroslandThis is Part 1 one of a Hormone Special (In Part 2 I will look into HRT). Today, I chat to TRT Expert Dave Crossland and we cover the following:How testosterone drops in men & from which ageThe importance of getting blood work (tests) doneBlood markers to checkThe levels of Test recommended for good health & longevitySome Symptoms of low testProblems with estrogen for menThe importance and role of HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) useHow do go about checking your own, and possible treatment.If you'd like to find out more, you can find Dave Crosland and E Val blood analysis here;https://evalbloodanalysis.com/On socials: https://www.facebook.com/evalbloodanalysishttps://instagram.com/e_valbloodanalysis?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM=https://www.tiktok.com/@eval.blood?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

In this episode I talk to Professor Greg Whyte OBE (Sports Science) and Professor Andy Lane (Psychology). We discuss ageing; how you define it - chronologically or biologically, the physiological effects and the psychological effects. We also touch on the things you can do TODAY to reduce the decline in functionality from ageing.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.Find out more about Greg Whyte:Instagram @profgregwThe Whyte Answerhttp://www.thewhyteanswer.comBean Lite - The new Bespoke Exercise &  nutrition App https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/bean-lite/id1299547415?mt=8Bump it Uphttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Bump-Up-flexible-exercise-pregnancy/dp/0593077482Achieve the Impossiblehttp://www.achievetheimpossible.co.ukFor more info on Prof Andy Lane:BPS Chartered Psychologist, HCPC Registered Psychologist, Fellow of BASESDirector of Research ExcellenceAssociate Dean, Faculty of Education, Health and Well-Being, University of Wolverhampton, UK, Walsall Campus, WS13BD, UKTwitter @Andylane27http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Andrew_Lanehttps://www.youtube.com/c/andylane27I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S3.Ep. 10 - The AGILE Mindset: Learning From The Corporate World50th EPISODE!! - Thanks to all of you for listening...I met Alistair Corrie after completing the 3 Peaks with my team several years ago in a record time. Alister who was in the same group - was interested to see how my team had prepared for the event. I've been working with him and his lovely wife Sue as PT clients ever since to great effect...Alister also has a company working with many big corporate entities, helping their high performers improve their mindset to get better results in their work lives. I thought there may be a great carry over to applying this mindset to people setting fitness/strength/weight loss goals and plans. This method is the AGILE Mindset, and can be very effective.Theres a great guide to setting up your own Kanban Board here:https://kanbanguides.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Kanban-Guide-2020-07.pdfPlease leave some feedback, good or bad - on how you found this episode. Helpful, informative or just a load of corporate flannel - tell us!You can find out more about Alistair here:https://corriepartnership.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alistair-corriehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alistair-corrieI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.9 - YouTube Creator: Mark LewisIn this episode I chat to successful YouTube creator Mark Lewis. Mark produces great content about fitness, competing in events and is as a self confessed better than average athlete. I recently competed in Hyrox competition in the NEC (winning the 50-59 Pairs) and was advised to watch a video of Marks with tips about the competition. I did, and thought he'd be a great guest for MM. We talk about: How he got started, Training philosophy, We touch on how important it is to be a generalist rather than a specialist when it comes to exercise and our thoughts on nutrition and the obesity epidemic and how we're struggling to get people movingTo find out more about mark see the links below: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkLewisfitnesshttps://www.marklewis.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/marklewispics/I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.8 - Progress Goals, Coaching, and Beginner PrioritiesToday I'm joined by two experienced coaches; James Parker an ex-army PTI and bootcamp maestro who now owns and operates two facilities in the South East of England, and Josh Bell, a successful online coach who is developing his own rehab programming, and operates the Progress Project.We discuss motivation, progress goals, the current gym climate, post covid. We also dive into beginners priorities in regard to training and nutrition, training intensity and goal setting to improve consistency.You can find more about James & Unleashed Performance:https://unleashedperformance.co.uk/pages/our-missionOn facebook at unleashed performanceJosh can be found on Facebook and Instagram:joshbellfitness/@joshbellfitnessI hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast Facebook Group for the latest info.

S.3 Ep.7 - Tips For A Healthy Gut with Jo TerzakiToday I speak to Giovanna (or Jo) Terzaki. She is a Greek national, but is currently based in Dallas, Texas. She is a qualified Dietician with a Master of Science Degree in Public Health and Epidemiology and works as a consultant in a US hospital specialising in Gut Health. We chat about general gut health, leaky gut, inflammation, trigger foods and Pro & Pre-biotics.I hope you find this useful and enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please also join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group for the latest info.

The Muture Muscle Podcast S.3 Ep.6 - Q & AReunited with my good friend Phil Agostino. In this episode we dive into a Q & A which is always fun, we cover amongst much more;Calories on menusViceral fat and poor sleepIs a Calorie always a Calorie?Artificial sweeteners I hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the link highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.3 Ep.5 - The Psychology of Motivation & Managing Emotions with Sally McGinnSally McGinn is a sports psychologist who works with individuals and teams including the GB Women's lacrosse, the GB Wheelchair Rugby team and a major league Rugby Team. She works with people struggling with motivation and performance, helps people improve focus and concentration, those needing help managing emotions.We talk about the crossover to general health and fitness, those struggling with training, nutrition and motivation.  Find out more about Sally:https://www.mindodyssey.co.uk/aboutTwitter: @SMMindodyssey.co.ukInsta: Sallymcginn17Web: https://www.mindodyssey.co.uk

S.3 Ep.4 - INTERVIEW: IFBB Bodybuilding Pro Ryan BaptisteIn this episode I interview Ryan Baptiste, great talked about how he got into bodybuilding through modelling, how he approaches competitions and what he thinks of todays mass monsters, compared to the pioneer physiques of old such as Frank Zane, etc. You can contact Ryan:Instagram: @ryanjohnbaptiste or@Just_believe_fitnessWeb:  www.just-believe-fitness.comI hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.3 Ep.3: Interview with Sleep Scientist - Dr Sophie BostockIn this fascinating episode, I interview Dr Sophie Bostock about sleep, optimal sleep hours, how regular poor sleep directly affects you, what sleep Hygiene is, the effects of meditation, and what happens in the brain physiologically during sleep. Plus some listeners questions around: sleep apnoea/snoring, REM Sleep, the importance and function of dreams.Founder & Sleep EvangelistDr Sophie BostockWeb: TheSleepScientist.com  @drsophiebostock  Online video course for police: police, staff and volunteers can find out more and access the programme here: https://oscarkilo.org.uk/new-better-sleep-toolkit-launched/We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee here.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.3 Ep.2: Interview with Martin Fenn & Functional MedicineIn this fascinating interview I talk to Martin Fenn about the complex field of Sports related Functional Medicine, Fasting, Injury/Illness Diagnosis and the Lymphatic System.You can find Martin at:www.mfperformancecoaching.co.ukInstagram:@mfperformancecoachingWe hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Phil is taking a break to spend more time with his Dogs! (joking) seriously though, he's very busy with his online work, so I welcome in Season 3 with the professors! We talk again to Greg Whyte OBE (Sports Science) and Andy Lane (Psychology) Covid 19 update, what is SAD, and Saving the Nations Physical and Mental health....again! Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.Find out more about Greg Whyte:Instagram @profgregwThe Whyte Answerhttp://www.thewhyteanswer.comBean Lite - The new Bespoke Exercise &  nutrition App https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/bean-lite/id1299547415?mt=8Bump it Uphttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Bump-Up-flexible-exercise-pregnancy/dp/0593077482Achieve the Impossiblehttp://www.achievetheimpossible.co.ukFor more info on Prof Andy Lane:BPS Chartered Psychologist, HCPC Registered Psychologist, Fellow of BASESDirector of Research ExcellenceAssociate Dean, Faculty of Education, Health and Well-Being, University of Wolverhampton, UK, Walsall Campus, WS13BD, UKTwitter @Andylane27http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Andrew_Lanehttps://www.youtube.com/c/andylane27We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Final Episode of Season 2:Science news:1. Exercise helps medication resistant Hypertension. 2. Genes identified with Obesity...BUT should we be focussing on sorting bad lifestyle before reaching for the pills?STEP BY STEP - FAT LOSS:Those wanting to shed a few pounds, this episode is for you. 5 steps to get you started on an effective plan to lose fat, without even discussing a training plan. We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please Like and Share, leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.2 Ep.19 - Mobility v StretchingScience News: Strength Training Burns fat! (Duh!), and want better, deeper sleep? Train later in the evening at high intensity.Stretching v MobilityStretching: Improves flexibility of the muscle You don't get longer musclesIncrease Stretch tolerance of musclesWorks by allowing the stretch reflex (golgi tendon organ) to allow to reach a bigger range of motion. Types of stretch: Static, Active, Passive, Ballistic, DynamicDangers: Pushing the joint past it's normal range of motion can lead to damage to the joint and connective tissue - tendons and ligaments. Mobility: definition is the ability to achieve extended ranges of motion - flexibility and strength through the full range of motion. Good mobility:Reduce risk of injuryGreater movementImproved performance - training or sportsJoint health and longevityTo improve mobility: Complete exercises which use the full range of motion - full squats, hinge in deadlift etc. Full range push and pull movements - presses and pull downs etc. Yoga is great for mobility as it's strength of holding positions, as well as flexibility of muscles We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.2 Ep.18 - Ask Us AnythingIn todays episode, we go through listeners questions. They vary from  questions concerning nutrition, to stunting children's grwoth with weights (you won't!)We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

The Mature Muscle Podcast - S.2 Ep.17INTERVIEW: Gold Medalist Weightlifter, Delroy McQueenIn todays episode we chat to Del Mcqueen. Del won three gold medals at the 2002 Commonwealth Games - Snatch, Clean and Jerk and the Combined total. The latter earned him a Commonwealth Record which still stands today. After a few years, he switched his skills to powerlifting, excelling in that too - with several big wins to his name. After a spell as Personal Trainer, he now competes and coaches other strength athletes.We talk to him about competition, training, nutrition, mindset and how he's adapted all of these as he's become a more mature athlete at 46. We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.2 Ep.16 - Calorie Shifting & Carb CyclingScience News: Metabolism changes with age,  just not when you might think. Phil rants about the ridiculous use of sweat-suits!The main discussion focusses on the practice of cycling carbs, and calorie shifting.  Cycling carbs basically means increasing and decreasing the amount of carbohydrates you take in per day, depending on your training. Calorie shifting is where instead of holding a deficit - the total calories taken in daily is "zig zagged", for example for certain periods you'd follow a lower calorie plan, then increase the calories for a short time, similar to a re-feed. We discuss the pros and cons of these methods.  We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.2 Ep.15 - An investigation into the "Mind-Muscle Connection"Science news: Resistance training and fat burning. Plus a sad death in the fitness industryMind muscle connection (attentional focus) What is it?Isolates the muscles which are working, and consciously feeling the muscle work through a full range.Moves the weight or resistance actively, not passively - eg: not hanging at the bottom of a pull up, not letting your body position relax between reps. Enhances muscle fiber recruitment and activation. The more fully and effectively you engage your muscles, the more they'll grow and the stronger they will beReduces the risk of injuryUseful for muscle building and strength NOT power, such as fast explosive exercise : Olympic lifting - snatch and clean and jerk, push pressesWhen it comes to power-based exercises, focussing on the movement outcome - ie where you finish. Not effective with HIIT type exercise such as squat jumps, split squats, burpees etc. How to Improve Mind-Muscle ConnectionFocus on Training the Muscle, Not Lifting the Weight. This is the overall mindset you need when you go to the gym.Visualize. Warm Up Sets on Each Exercise. Slow Down the Reps. Pausing during peak contractionIsometric exercises that involve little muscle or body movement, static hold squat, or hold half press-up, or pull down.Slowing down the eccentric part (or wind down) of the exercise.Flex in Between Sets.Have Your coach or training Partner Touch the Muscles you can't seeSeveral Sets of slow Singles.We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Season. 2 / Episode. 14Calories, Protein and Training for Muscle BuildingWe cover two new related science news stories from from the world of health and fitness, then our main subject is how to move effectively from a calorie deficit for Fat Loss, to a calorie surplus for Muscle Gaining. The protein needed for this, the changes in training required plus other important factors.DON'T FORGET! - My Most productive routine:Let us know your most or one of the most productive routines you've done. It can be a video of you doing it, or a  post talking us through it. TALK TO US! Email us at hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com or post on the FB page.We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.2 Ep.13 - Injury Prevention and Treatment with Dr Brian Winfrey, Osteomyologist.Today we talk to Dr Brian Winfrey, who has been treating clients with sports injuries for over 20 years. We talk to him about:Which areas of the body are physiologically more prone to injury.From a clinical point of view, which are the most damaging but avoidable injuries he sees in his practiceWhich treatment techniques he finds are the most effective at assisting the body to healWhat daily prehab would Brian recommends we to do, to help against injury.How ageing affect the levels, frequency and severity of fitness injuriesYou can contact Brian on: b.winfrey@yahoo.comMy Most productive routine:Let us know your most or one of the most productive routines you've done. It can be a video of you doing it, or a  post talking us through it. TALK TO US! Email us at hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com or post on the FB page.We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Olympic issues: Laurel Hubbard. Plus, the case for Caffeine and Pre-WorkoutsToday we chat about the New Zealand weightlifter Laurel Hubbard, a transexual (Male to Female) athlete. We discuss the fairness of of competing with the proven physiological advantages of going through puberty, and living and training as a Male for the majority of their life. These include,  muscle strength, bone density, increased heart size, power capacity - the list goes on.We also talk about the backlash of Simone Biles pulling out of the gymnastics. We talk about why these demanding, highly technical events are potentially incredibly dangerous for someone not completely dialled in mentally.The main discussion is about pre workouts, caffeine and why you may or many not get value out of them.My Most productive routine:Let us know your most or one of the most productive routines you've done. It can be a video of you doing it, or a  post talking us through it. TALK TO US! Email us at hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com or post on the FB page.We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.2 Ep.11 - DOMs, The Facts & Muscle Memory, Fact or Fiction?Health and Fitness NEWS: 2 Studies looking at Protein:A new study showing the importance of dietary Protein early for muscle building Another study looking at protein, specifically how a high (800 plus calories per day) surplus calories, coming from protein did NOT show an increase in fat percentage on trained athletes.For the main topic, we discuss Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness or DOMS, more recently called Exercise Induced Muscle Damage (EIMD); what it is and what it definitely isn't! Plus we look at Muscle memory, is it fact or fiction? How the body uses Stem Cells within the muscles, which become Satellite Cells for healing and adaptation.The Curse of the Widowmaker challenge was a total failure! So instead, we're going to try something less hardcore; Let us know your most or one of the most productive routines you've done. It can be a video of you doing it, or a  post talking us through it. TALK TO US!We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.2 Ep.10 - It doesn't have to be "All or Nothing" Health and Fitness NEWS: A study highlights the danger of too much Omega 6 in your diet & how women mentally struggle more with concepts around diet and tracking... The Sugar Tax could be coming back, this time for all foods not just sugary drinks. A great question from one of the FB crew, a PT Andrea: looking into the wisdom and pros and cons of squatting later in lifeFor the main topic, we discuss the dangers of the "All or nothing" mentality we often find in clients and how you could be setting yourself up for failure and disappointment.  Don't forget -  The Curse of the Widowmaker challenge, see the post on the FB group for details. We want to see your videos!We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.2 Ep.9 - Identifying Overtraining SyndromeHealth and Fitness NEWS: A receptor that helps conserve energy when food is scarce may be the key to a safer approach to treating diet-induced obesity, research led by the Garvan Institute of Medical Research has revealed....and...a short breathing exercise which is effective at reducing blood pressure.For the main topic, we cover the effects, symptoms and how to prevent overtraining. Don't forget -  The Curse of the Widowmaker challenge, see the post on the FB group for details. We want to see your videos!We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

S.2 Ep.8 - The Power of Music & What/How are YOU Eating?New research shows listening to music has a boosting effect for endurance training (in this case running). Confirming what we already know, a good soundtrack helps gets you through a tough workout. Our main topic this week is some easy meal ideas, techniques for meal planning and ways to boost protein. We talk about our current macro breakdown and how we're hitting it.  Don't forget -  The Curse of the Widowmaker challenge, see the post on the FB group for details. We want to see your videos!We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please SHARE and subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.In Season 2, episdode & : News from the world of Science and Fitness; Hormones controlling athletic performance and why some people respond well to exercise, and others don't.Skinny-Fat (or to give it its medical name; Sarcopenic Obesity) - What is it?  Do you suffer from it? How bad is it, and what are the medical issues that can go along with it?Age 45 Plus? Time to give up on hitting new PB's (Personal Bests, or in the USA; PR's -  Personal Records) Not likely! We go through ideas on adapting your programmes and workouts enabling you to still smash your records. All that's needed is a smarter approach. "You don't stop strength training because you get old, you get old because you stop strength training"The Curse of the Widowmaker, watch the FB group for details:We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.In Season 2, episdode 6 : Excuses for our last 2 weeks absence!Fitness News and Questions followed by a delve into how important it is to get the balance right with getting the maximum out of exercise without putting yourself at risk of overtraining or injury. We also look at so called PERI nutrition, i.e. nutrition before training, during and post workout.We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.In Season 2, episdode 5 - In this episode we talk to Dr Deepak Ravindran, a renowned specialist in chronic pain and long covid based at Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading and also talk to Nick Hollis, mountaineer, adventurer and ultra athlete, he is currently recovering from long covid. We delve into treatment, symptoms and also pain management techniques.Dr Ravindran has also written a pain management book, available HERE. There is also a link below for more information about him and his work.https://linktr.ee/DrDeepakRavindranNick Hollis is completing the 721 Challenge. Climbing all 7 highest mountains on all continents, Crossing two poles and Rowing the Atlantic ocean. Find out more and donate to this awesome challenge at:www.721challenge.comInstagram and facebook: 721challengeWe hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.In Season 2, episdode 4 - Fitness News: some interesting stories which we have spotted.Then we discuss the structure and failings of the back and essentially the spine. What we can do to improve spine health and strengthen what is one of natures design faults. Around 4 in 5 (that's a whopping 80 per cent) of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes. It is the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work days.Obesity Lifeline ChallengeLAST CHANCE - We need women! Obese women in fact - for our Obesity Lifeline Challenge. Do you have a female member of your family or a friend/work colleague who:- Is Obese?- Is struggling to lose fat and get healthy?- Needs help from experts, but isn't able to afford help?- Would be happy for us to share their progress and achievements?If so, email us at: hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com, with Obesity Lifeline Challenge as the subject. Pass this on to anyone who you feel may benefit from our help. We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil. Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.In Season 2, episdode 3, we talk to James Crossley,  maybe better known as Hunter from the infamous 90's show The Gladiators. He has also managed gyms, competed in strongman events and and currently operates an online coaching service. We discuss his recent appearance on The Circle, his mindset switch to training for long term health and longevity. We also chat about is experiences preparing for the show and how he used yoga to improve his mobility and flexibility for it.Follow James on Instagram at: mrjamescrossleyand see his website:https://www.jamescrossleycoaching.comSee the whole interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8Bo1WXDpVrAObesity Lifeline ChallengeWe need women! Obese women in fact - for our Obesity Lifeline Challenge. Do you have a female member of your family or a friend/work colleague who:- Is Obese?- Is struggling to lose fat and get healthy?- Needs help from experts, but isn't able to afford help?- Would be happy for us to share their progress and achievements?If yes, then write us an email telling us about this person and who they are (make sure they have given permission and are happy with the introduction) and we will choose a Male and Female candidate at the end of April this year. Phil and I will use our combined knowledge to help these people and keep all of you informed of the progress. Everyone's a winner!Email us at: hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com, with Obesity Lifeline Challenge as the subject. Pass this on to anyone who you feel may benefit from our help.We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.In Season 2, episdode 2 we talk about the "CORE". What that actually means, what purpose it serves and where it is located.We need women! Obese women in fact - for our Obesity Lifeline Challenge. Do you have a female member of your family or a friend/work colleague who:- Is Obese?- Is struggling to lose fat and get healthy?- Needs help from experts, but isn't able to afford help?- Would be happy for us to share their progress and achievements?If yes, then write us an email telling us about this person and who they are (make sure they have given permission and are happy with the introduction) and we will choose a Male and Female candidate at the end of April this year. Phil and I will use our combined knowledge to help these people and keep all of you informed of the progress. Everyone's a winner!Email us at: hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com, with Obesity Lifeline Challenge as the subject. Pass this on to anyone who you feel may benefit from our help.We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

We welcome in Season 2 with a double professor interview. We talk to Greg Whyte OBE (Sports Science) and Andy Lane (Psychology) about Covid 19, Saving the Nations Physical and Mental health, Hormones and Cold Water Swimming.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.Find out more about Greg Whyte:Instagram @profgregwThe Whyte Answerhttp://www.thewhyteanswer.comBean Lite - The new Bespoke Exercise &  nutrition App https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/bean-lite/id1299547415?mt=8Bump it Uphttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Bump-Up-flexible-exercise-pregnancy/dp/0593077482Achieve the Impossiblehttp://www.achievetheimpossible.co.ukFor more info on Prof Andy Lane:BPS Chartered Psychologist, HCPC Registered Psychologist, Fellow of BASESDirector of Research ExcellenceAssociate Dean, Faculty of Education, Health and Well-Being, University of Wolverhampton, UK, Walsall Campus, WS13BD, UKTwitter @Andylane27http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Andrew_Lanehttps://www.youtube.com/c/andylane27We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.Ep.20 - SEASON 1 REVIEWWe look back at the content of our first 20 episodes and discuss where we go next...We'll be taking a two week break, and resuming middle of April. Massive thanks for all your support.Obesity Lifeline Challenge UPDATE:  We have some good MALE entries, but would also like a few more FEMALES - so, do you have a member of your family or a friend/work colleague who:- Is Obese?- Is struggling to lose fat and get healthy?- Needs help from experts, but isn't able to afford help?- Would be happy for us to share their progress and achievements?If yes, then write us an email telling us about this person and who they are (make sure they have given permission and are happy with the introduction) and we will choose a Male and Female candidate at the end of April this year. Phil and I will use our combined knowledge to help these people and keep all of you informed of the progress. Everyones a winner!Email us at: hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com, with Obesity Lifeline Challenge as the subject. Pass this on to anyone who you feel may benefit from our help.Please feel free to share the website below with friends or people who may find these Podcasts interesting.https://www.maturemusclepodcast.comIf you have anything which you'd like to share with us, please drop us a line on the Facebook group (see link below)  or you can now email both of us directly at: hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com . If the FB link is broken, search for "Mature Muscle Podcast" on Facebook. We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group

Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group, and also please subscribe and share the podcast far and wide! This will really help us spread the word.Ep.19 - INTERVIEW: Tips on Being a Fit, Healthy & Inspiring ParentWe were privileged to be joined by Gareth Nock and his fellow Podcaster, Carl for an epic interview. They both host the "We As... Start Talking" Podcast (please subscribe and have a listen), between the 4 of us, there must be about 80 years of fitness experience - so plenty to talk about.We discussed how to cope with being a parent and staying fit and healthy. From time management to ensuring your kids learn the importance of good eating and exercise habits. Also, we put our camera's on for this, would you like us to post the VIDEO of this podcast to Youtube? Would this be something you'd like to see (literally) more often? Let us know in the facebook group.UPDATE: We have some good MALE entries, but would also like a few more FEMALES - so: "Obesity Lifeline Challenge".  Do you have a member of your family or a friend/work colleague who:- Is Obese?- Is struggling to lose fat and get healthy?- Needs help from experts, but isn't able to afford help?- Would be happy for us to share their progress and achievements?If yes, then write us an email telling us about this person and who they are (make sure they have given permission and are happy with the introduction) and we will choose a Male and Female candidate at the end of April this year. Phil and I will use our combined knowledge to help these people and keep all of you informed of the progress. Everyones a winner!Email us at: hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com, with Obesity Lifeline Challenge as the subject. Pass this on to anyone who you feel may benefit from our help.We have a new domain, please feel free to share this with friends or people who may find these Podcasts interesting.https://www.maturemusclepodcast.comIf you have anything which you'd like to share with us, please drop us a line on the Facebook group (see link below)  or you can now email both of us directly at: hosts@maturemusclepodcast.com . If the FB link is broken, search for "Mature Muscle Podcast" on Facebook. We hope you enjoyed the podcast. Watch for the next episode soon, please subscribe when you can and please leave us a rating or review. Click the links highlighted to find out more about Lee and Phil.Please join the Mature Muscle Podcast  Facebook Group