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Three guys discussing the wonderful world of fitness, including all of the nonsense that surrounds it! Much of the fitness industry seems to thrive on misinformation and false promises, likely due to how marketable this content seems to be. The aim of this podcast is to bring together three experienced individuals, all from different backgrounds, to help debunk some of this nonsense and point you in a better direction. From Bodybuilding, to Powerlifting, to Crossfit, and gym ownership, we're here to help you along your fitness journey and hopefully provide a few laughs in the process!

Harry Moore, Chris D Fellowes & Mike Carter


    • Oct 31, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 25m AVG DURATION
    • 28 EPISODES


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    28 - Mint Sauce Mike. What Transformation Coaches Aren't Telling You, The Latest Shortcut To Shredz, Plus Mastering Mince.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 75:46


    There's no mincing of words in episode 28, but there's some unexpected culinary chat with flagrant abuse of the Toby Carvery.Harry throws the spotlight on a concerning new fatloss trend, while raising the common questions on the shortcuts to team lean. Questions and Answers galore in this episode, leading to a deeper chat about PTs, what to avoid, what to expect, and the dark secrets of transformation coaches no one ever tells you.It's a saucy show, while some remain plainer than others, but lots to DIGEST this week, with killer confession that has everyone reeling.If this episode was a steak, it would be cooked and rested to perfection. Tuck in and see for yourself.As always we hope you enjoy the episode! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfictionpodWatch us on Youtube and check out the clips on TikTok - @pumpfictionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    27 - The Game Never Ends. Should You Care About Your Vo2 Max? Pre Comp Nutrition. Plus Japanese Rules To Avoid Laziness.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 81:42


    Back from Amsterdam and feeling inspired. Two out of three hosts are now runners, you can probably guess who isn't on board yet...It's a marathon not a sprint, but is it time to worry about your Vo2 Max for the sake of your future? A typical tangent chat spirals into pre race and pre comp nutrition which is rather insightful.Chris has come loaded with some Japanese pearls of wisdom that might keep you all kinds of productive, plus along with these marvellous rules to live by, Harry turns the bath water rather sour with his own revelation to stun the team.Things do get a bit messy from the onset as always, but ride this one out for more informative goodness.As always we hope you enjoy the episode! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfictionpodWatch us on Youtube and check out the clips on TikTok - @pumpfictionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    26 - Halfway To Money. The Best Advice For Making Gym Progress and Biggest Mistakes. Old People's Gyms. Plus Who's Going To Prison?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 76:48


    THE PICKLE HAS BEEN COMPROMISED. That's right, the mystery of the broken pickle has the pod shook. But along with that, the boys give out their biggest mistakes they made during their gym lives, along with some excellent advice to make progress with their biggest recommendations.Is it time to open old people's gyms?Are we really talking about taking drugs AGAIN? Of course we are.Along with some heavy 90s wrestling chat for good measure, it's a strong blend of informative content and delightful discussion in this episode.As always we hope you enjoy the episode! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfictionpodWatch us on Youtube and check out the clips on TikTok - @pumpfictionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    25 - Taking The Piss. Should You Reduce Fats? Bougie Breakfasts and Protein Snacks. Plus What Happens When You Grab The Nuts.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 79:19


    Flying by the seat of their pants. Your level 6 pilots are back in command...just about.Chris has been hit by a car and dumped all in one day, with consolation donuts at least.Harry is anxiously off to a stag weekend while Mike is busy grabbing life by the nuts.It's a yard sale of randomness this week including giant calves, fat loss injections, breakfast debates, Gandalf vs Dumbledore, protein snacks, female gym wear and the list goes on...We hope you enjoy the episode! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfictionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    24 - Embrace The Suck. Motivation vs Discipline, Pickle Fiction, and Who Is Sam Sulek? Plus FILM CLUB!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 69:40


    There's trouble brewing this week, but is it mentally or physically about to blow?A bit of everything is in the mix in this episode, deconstructing the mindset around motivation, discipline and mental health. Chris has yet again brought a pickle to the party, but this time is in the name of sports science. Who will drink the pickle juice?!Sam Sulek is the talk of the town, but what's the deal with this ambitious chap?Random chats include movie and music faves and a whole lot more as usual...plus it wouldn't be Pump Fiction without some dubious toilet chat, but this time it's taken a turn for the unexpected...Enjoy the episode! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfictionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    23 - The Scroll Hole. Q&A Special with Top Notch Knowledge + The Amsterdam Story.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 70:56


    It's a Q & A special!The chaps go through all your recent questions to the pod and give their finest answers.Topics include gym anxiety, disordered eating, best back workouts and much more.Plus, Harry finally tells the tale of what really happened in Amsterdam, with the possibility of making a return there as a team soon...Enjoy the episode! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    22 - Lone Rangers. Your Dream Workout, Overrated Exercises to Avoid, Ancient Magazines and Ashwagandha Forever!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 59:57


    It's a FRANTIC show upon Harry's return from the USA, Chris's unexpected encounter and Mike's latest caffeine odyssey.The chaps cover some light hearted gear this week, with talk of dream workouts that are not what you might expect. Chris want's to nail the overrated exercises you might want to avoid in your training.And finally - the archive of old fitness magazines has been raided, so the trying trio thumb through the pages for what on earth they were talking about over 10 years ago.Enjoy the episode! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    21 - Boozy Jacuzzi. The Death of Squats and Deadlifts? The Alcohol and Fitness Conundrum, plus Hyrox vs Crossfit.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 100:15


    The question we all want answered...Who is receiving unwanted intimacy in the hot tub???Aside from that, some heavy hitters are under the spotlight in this episode! Do we really need squats and deadlifts anymore? Honestly.Can I get those sweet sweet gains with alcohol in my life? Plus the boozy confessions spill out from the bro-ly trinity, Chris, Harry and Mike.WTF is Hyrox and is it here to destroy Crossfit? We know there's already a lot to unpack in this summary, but there's oh so much more to enjoy, with some funnier than ever stories from the likely lads.Enjoy the episode! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    20 - Pump My Ride. WTF Is Going On With Your Metabolism, Setting Goals, Cat Cameos and Random Drug Chat.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 96:10


    Episode 20 is blasting off BIG baby. Someone didn't get the memo about Tim Westwood...A whole lotta chat about your metabolism, with the misconceptions and ways to take control of it. There's debate about whether you should set goals, or just stay on track 24/7/365. What do you think?PLUS, more concerned convo about the misuse of clen and tren, complete with a bombshell confession from one of the team, but who is it...?There was only one way this podcast could get any better and that is a special guest in the form of feline company. Quite possibly worth tuning into Youtube for!Enjoy the episode! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    19 - Spicy Brains. The ADHD revelation, ChatGPT and Cat Parenting.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 94:50


    A brand new revelation for one of the team as we explore the potential realisation of an ADHD diagnosis. It's a bit of a mental health chat with spicy brains coming in all shapes and sizes this episode.Michael is making waves with his new gym. Harry is poorly breast feeding his cats. And Chris is already regretting the brand new velour sofa in a warm studio.As always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    18 - Bigger, Better, Faster, Stronger and BACK AGAIN.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 68:01


    Harry is bigger. Chris is faster. Mike is stronger. And everyone is certainly BACK once again for more podcasting duties, this time in the new location of Chris's home gym.Enjoy this catchup episode to see what everyone has been up to and what is to come for the future of Pump Fiction.@pumpfictionpod on Instagram for all the contacts and vibes.

    17 - O Brother, Where Art Thou. It's Time To Talk About Mental Health, Personal Lives and Breaking The Stigma.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 87:10


    This is an extremely triggering episode about mental health. The trio delve deep into their personal lives and upbringings to discuss trauma and dealing with their own mental health issues.Along with some Q&A on the same subject, the episode includes some graphic details, but also is a great example of quite how easy it is to simply talk about ourselves in this way and what more we can do to break the stigma surrounding opening up to our feelings and struggles.As always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    16 - You've Changed! Saying Yes Or No To The Social, Lack Of Family Support, Selecting Supplements and Crumpet Chaos.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 74:07


    There's a lot to unpack here gang. The chaps discuss when it's ok to say yes or no to the social and how your decisions to better yourself have distanced you from family and friends who just don't get it.They take a look at what you should really be looking for when buying supplements, the ingredients that matter and not the attractive packaging.Plus there's outrage when crumpets are SLAMMED by one of the team. Along with your Q and A, plus a near death firework experience, it's juiced to the maximum.As always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfictionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    15 - Do The Bad Thing. Are you holding yourself back? Citrulline Malate and Stupid Instagram Exercises.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 76:44


    The boys are back in Top Gear,, driving each other slightly mad as always.  Discussing something a lot of us can be guilty of with our training and it could be holding you back in a big way.Going in search of "the pump" with a key supplement that could get the blood flowing in your workouts, discussing citrulline malate and some other pre-workout vibes.Harry is losing his mind over more stupid Instagram exercises, nothing new there of course, but what is going on?Finally a few of your questions, where we give our answers as best we can.GOOD TIMES A PLENTY.As always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    14 - Stronger Things. The Performance Enhancing Drugs Special Episode. All the juice!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2022 75:02


    This episode has been a long time coming. All the things you know are going on, but nobody talks about. All the crazy highs and lows of modern gym culture's relationship with drugs.Is everything ok? Why are we here? Should we be worried? Is it safe? Is there a right time to do it? Who should help you? Do you really need to do this....?It's all in there and a lot more besides.Expect the usual hilarity from the three best friends combined with a heavy dose of serious info.As always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    13 - Spilling The Tea. Digestion, Optimising vs Intensity and Another Questionable Test Booster.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 66:59


    Gather round, bring some snacks, but do check if your stomach can handle it first.The chaps convene to discuss some useful stuff, talking all things digestion and probiotics that may be of use to know. Including LIVE tasting, Harold not amused...There's a valid conversation to be had about people who seek to optimise their training before nailing the right level of intensity to make sh*t happen, what is going on right now?Finally, Harold takes to the soap box to talk about yet another funky new test booster on the market, what is it? Does it work? Do I need it? I need something...All this plus the usual trash can of chaos bouncing back and forth like a whole lotta half reps.And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    12 - Level 6 Pilots. Training intensity, Rep Ranges, Test Boosters and "The Porn Ban" - IKR WTF!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 77:15


    Oh my, how we have missed you! The flying squad are back and attacking your ears with all sorts of knowledge and nonsense combined.Three top topics - what is going on with your workout intensity, what is the biggest contributing factor to your downfall?Also, how should you apply different rep ranges for different results? Is fitness a factor? What exercises suit certain ranges? SO MANY THINGS.Finally, deep in supplement corner, the almighty Test Booster gets it's moment under the microscope, is it the answer to your long lost gains?!Plus the usual carnage including rice crispy squares and pornography, at the same time?!As always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    11 - Comic Conmen. Evolution of Fitness, Our Journeys, Gym Culture - Harassment Hassle.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 130:30


    How things have changed! Episode 11 is travelling through time looking at how fitness has evolved, the death of the expo, the demand for new training styles and more. Upon request, the trio dive deep into their pasts, to explain how they personally evolved physically and why they started in the first place.AND THEN, after praising progress - a step back is delivered by a shocking listener contribution, hear this story of UNACCEPTABLE gym behaviour which has us all truly triggered and fighting back.Shout out to Hannah and Hannah for top contributions to this Episode of PFP.Game on! And as always, we want you to join in! Please submit your topics, questions, confessions and random thoughts to the contact form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    10 - Lord of his Ring. PT Qualifications, Fitness Trackers and Macros on Menus - good or bad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 98:17


    Emotional support water bottles at the ready! The boys have hit their gym, tan and laundry and ready to cover serious subjects and killer Q and A.Episode 10 is here finally, who knew it would get this far.Subjects include the merits of qualifications for personal trainers, and what to look out for when selecting a trainer for yourself. Chris has a fancy new fitness tracker, but is it wise? Will it help? Maybe it's not all what it seems.And finally, a very big topic and affecting everyone nationwide, nutritional data is now on your menu, but what does that mean for disordered eating? More trouble than it's worth? Surely the government wouldn't let us down...Enjoy! And as always, please submit your questions and confessions to the form on the PF Instagram - @pumpfitctionpodBrought to you by:@harry_tfnl@radical.mike@chrisdfellowes

    9 - Lift, Laugh, Love. Gym Etiquette, Body Dysmorphia and Workout Nutrition.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 122:35


    Keep Calm and Harry's On (The Toilet Again).The trio are bringing the heat with three big boi topics today - including the major do's and don'ts around the gym, a contentious subject.Things get serious when everyone shares their own personal experiences with body dysmorphia - perhaps not what you were expecting.Plus to wrap up the topics it's all about pre and post workout foods, to get the most out of your training, on all levels. Tuck in!Add a little extra spice with your confessions and questions, shared during the show. Please contribute those via the form on our Instagram bio and the PF bros will read them out or answer your questions!@pumpfictionpod@chrisdfellowes@radical.mike@harry_tfnl

    8 - Virgin Corner. Budget Proteins, Chiropractors and Training Splits.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 107:37


    We've made it this far! It's episode 8 and the boys are covering a melange of topics, can you handle so much banter laden information?Hopefully.Step into the virgin corner for chats about hitting your macros on a budget, the differing benefits of chiros, physios and masseuses. Plus the three amigos discuss their personal training splits and how they affect their goals.Let's wrestle!Please submit any questions, confessions or topics to be featured - @pumpfictionpod@chrisdfellowes@radical.mike@harry_tfnl

    7 - Creatine Dreams. Machines vs Free Weights and Avoiding Overtraining.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 96:43


    Hey Arnold! The boys are back and there's a bit of chat about bumping into famous people, amongst a lot of important discussion on key topics. Your awesome questions are coming in and getting answered, so be sure to send in anything you want to know via the link on Instagram @pumpfictionpod.AND your hilarious secret gym confessions are shared too - what goes on in the pod, stays in the pod...we love you people.@chrisdfellowes@radical.mike@harry_tfnl

    6 - Workout not working? Deathly diets, explosive preworkouts and "Guess The Milk"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 107:57


    The storm chasers are here again. This week the key topics are about when you should make a change to your workout routine, do you need to? Plus the boys discuss various myths surrounding dieting and their own personal mistakes they have learned from.Chris surprises Harry and Michael with a brand new challenge they didn't know they needed.All that, plus your own questions, answers and 90s TV shows.

    5 - DOMs, Deadlifts & Banana Hammocks

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 84:48


    Do DOMs mean you had a good workout? How can you get the most out of your deadlift?And what really happened to Harry's banana hammock in the supermarket…All this plus the usual random chat from Chris, Harry and Mike.IG - @pumpfictionpod 

    4 - Secrets and Lies (of Online Coaches, FaceApp and Bubble Tea)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 74:18


    The boys have online coaching on blast this week - how to spot the good ones from the fakers and money makers. There's a curious tip on how to spot people using FaceApps to digitally enhance themselves, plus all your usual Q&A including glute training, grip strength and hype songs.Get in touch with us @pumpfictionpod!Presented by Harry Moore, Chris D Fellowes and Michael Carter.

    3 - We Came In Like A Wrecking Ball

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 73:19


    2022 is here Miley Cyrus style and the resolutions are flowing. Are they destined to fail like most do?The team discuss your personal resolutions and how best to actually achieve them, expect real science combined with absolute nonsense for another well balanced episode.Not to mention a brand new song written by Chris to blow you away, maybe.Presented by:Chris D FellowesHarry MooreMike Carter

    2 - The Ghost of Christmas Gains

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 75:42


    The boys are back for our second instalment of the Pump Fiction podcast, just in time for Christmas! Today we're discussing how one could approach eating and training over the holiday period, including a Q&A taken from our Instagram stories. We also discover that our recording location may well be haunted by a ghost named Evelyn, who often patrols the halls in search of the anabolic window... 

    1 - Pilot

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 80:36


    Here it is, the first episode! In this episode, we introduce ourselves in addition to discussing a bit about our backgrounds in the wonderful world of fitness. A comparison between Bodybuilding and Powerlifting occurs which also highlights that many training disciplines seem to share a lot of underlying principles. The episode rounds off with a Q&A segment, with questions provided by the wonderful members of East Park Gym. P.s. We're not actually pilots. 

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