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Welcome to the ShireFit Podcast! We are dedicated to help you improve! Hosted by former Royal Marine and Founder of ShireFit Jack Fleckney. We look to educate you about your training by building more knowledge, tapping into your mindset and making training applicable to YOU! With a vast array of spe…

Jack Fleckney


    • Nov 21, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 67 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from ShireFit

    3 Lessons in movement

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 44:49


    In this show - Max & Jonny answer a listener question on how to get back into training after a long break, they discuss the age old debate... "if you're cheating in CrossFit you're just cheating yourself" and then Max finishes the podcast by discussing his top 3 lessons in human movement as learned across his 6 years of coaching. As always like and subscribe if you have enjoyed this series, or share this episode with a friend if you found it useful! Thank you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Programming

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 43:29


    In this Podcast (Sponsored by Easyquote Ltd) - Max and Jonny answer the listener question is CrossFit dangerous for the older generation? They discuss how in some situations eating more carbs can actually make you appear leaner or drop body fat. Then the podcast goes into detail on programming, the different types of programming, how ShireFit programs classes & why we chose to program like this. Warm Up - is CrossFit dangerous for older generations ? Amy. Strength - how can eating more carbs make someone look leaner ? Workout - Programming. Types =Block Linear Undulating Dynamic How we program? = Blended style of block, linear and dynamic. Why we Program like that? = The concept of 'the pocket' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Why cant we predict training adaptations?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 34:13


    SHOW SPONSOR = Easy Quote Ltd (@easyquoteltd)In this show Jacky T returns to discuss (with Max) the complexity of training adaptations, why cant we predict training adaptations? Why do we all improve differently when it comes to training cycles? Why do some people make 10-15kg gains and others make 0? How can you maximise your chance to adapt favourably? All this is discussed in the episode 'workout', our 'strength' section is about what makes a good workout, and the 'warm up' is a quick chat about how to take rest days even when you don't want to take them. Enjoy! Please like and subscribe to the show & share with a friend if you think they'll find it useful Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Simplifying human movement

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 38:37


    In this podcast Jonny is back, Max and Jonny dive into human movement and simplify it to two key movement patterns. We have a listener question on how to catch heavy weight squat cleans properly, a strength section on technical coaching and then a big dive into a difficult topic towards the end of the podcast. We hope you enjoy it. Please like and subscribe the show if you'd like to continue hearing from us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What actually improves mobility?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 40:27


    In this episode we have a new face to co host, the one and only '130 Kid' Jack Turner joins Max to answer a listeners question on increasing cardio fitness, give their take on the golden word of gains.... PROTEIN and then then podcast finishes with a discussion on the topic of what actually improves mobility. Both Max and Jack give their personal insights into what has been effective for them in the past covering the utility of:stretching, both dynamic and passivefoam rolling band activations loading end range training Please like and make sure you subscribe to the show if you are enjoying the content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Training on your own or training in a group!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 38:15


    In this episode Max & Jonny answer a listener question on mature/masters athletes, give their take on ice baths and then give you 3 top tips for training on your own or training in a group. Own:Have a planNever change your plan during the session Video & learn Group:Dont compare Harness the energy/atmosphereWatch and learn LINK to Huberman podcast = https://hubermanlab.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Mindset Series - BONUS Episode with special guest Jack Fleckney

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 65:56


    On this show Max jumps on the podcast with special guest Jack Fleckney. Jack is well known for his unbreakable mindset that has lead him to countless incredible achievements:London Wasps academy Rugby Union player Royal Navy 1st XV Rugby Union playerRoyal Marines Commando Top 15 UK CrossFit athlete and bubble European regionals athlete Set up 2 successful ShireFit gyms + a franchise model for those gymsIronman completion 2 X Ski Erg World RecordsRowed across the Atlantic Ocean Raised over £250k for various different charitiesOver 3500 Chin Ups in 24 hoursNearly rope climbed the height of Everest! Marathon De'sables finisher Expeditions across Africa, Iceland and Europe Max and Jack go back through the mindset series in review and Jack shares some of his experiences & opinions on the various topics and frameworks that were discussed. This show is not to be missed! Please like & subscribe and if you liked the show share it with a friend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Drills drills drills!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2023 38:45


    On this show Max & Jonny are back with the new MOVEMENT Series! They discuss a listener question on how to improve squat depth for long femured athletes, do a comparison of Nocco and Fitaid to decide which if any is the 'healthiest' drink, and they dive deep into drills! What are the purpose of drills, how best to use them, when they are helpful, when they become a hinderance and both hosts then give their top 3 favourite drills. Max = https://youtu.be/alzyzScE-nI TOES HIPS KNEEShttps://youtu.be/UpDy-VNnUuo TALL SNATCHhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5t5a2YQqCw PLATE DRILL FOR OLY LIFTS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Preparing for tough workouts...

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 37:15


    In this podcast Max and Jonny discuss the most important factor for losing weight between food, lifestyle or exercise. They dive into whether lifting with a flexed spine is as dangerous as we're led to believe, and they give you some tips for approaching tough workouts. Links to texts discussed within the show:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15840860/https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0033062021000670 Instagram lifter discussed = @deadliestlift LIKE & SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE SHOWS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Dealing with losing 'gainz'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 30:43


    In this podcast Max & Jonny cover the mental approach to changes or fluctuations in weight or body image. They discuss - HYROX and its storm onto the fitness competition space. They finish with a concept on, how to deal with losing 'Gainz' when for example you focus on strength and lose fitness etc, this also applies to periods of less training or set backs from training. Please like and subscribe to the show if you want to continue to listen to this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Alter ego's and trigger switches

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 37:28


    In this episode Max and Jonny answer a listener question on how to approach training differently to competing, they discuss sugar and whether it really is the route of all evil and then they dive into alter ego's and trigger switches as tools to help you perform when you need it most. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Why CrossFit'ters are nice!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 37:16


    In this podcast Max & Jonny discuss - answer a listeners question on 6 Pack's, they talk about the new direction of CrossFit Programming and cover how exposing yourself to various types and levels of stress allows you to become a nicer more stress resilient person! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Mental Toughness Framework

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2023 43:50


    In this show Max & Jonny answer a listener questions on their favourite CrossFit Workouts. They discuss the concept that ' the leaner you are the fitter you are' and give their take on Ben Bergeron's (from Chasing Excellence) framework for mental toughness. L1 - VICTIML2 - OPTIMIST L3 - PESSIMIST L4 - REALISTL5 - WARRIOR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Predator Vs Prey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 39:22


    In this show Jonny and Max discuss what you should or shouldn't be eating before a class, whether or not you should be purchasing some bare foot shoes, and finally the difference between predator and prey mindset, what they both look and sound like and how to switch to the correct one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Dont listen to the first report...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 36:52


    In this show Max & Jonny answer a listener questions on how their own mindset has helped them tackle challenges in the past, they discuss the concept that doing Ironman or Marathon events make you mentally tough and they break down why its important to take time to process difficult situations, how more often than not its not as bad as we first thought and that how we respond dictates our body's physiological reaction to it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Lift Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 37:37


    The ShireFit podcast is back, with a new series on MINDSET. There is a new format, new host and lots of new information and discussion on how to tackle the problem of lift anxiety or performance anxiety of any kind. Max and Jonny cover a listener question on the up side to injuries, give their take on the requirement to red line in every single session & break down the way to tackle lift anxiety PRE, DURING & POST event. We hope you enjoy it. If you'd like us to continue to invest our time in these podcasts please subscribe to this channel & share this podcast with a friend! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Period Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 39:32


    This week Tara and Hannah answered the members questions about the menstrual cycle and how to work with it not against it. Listen if you want to: learn how to adjust training around your cycle how to combat low motivation and low mood how to moderate nutrition around your period See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    The Rx Debate!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 36:34


    SPONSOR = 'Cakeitso' Sarah Culverhouse - www.cakeitso.co.uk Coaches Max and Jack answer a question from member James Wilkinson on the topic of Rx, prescribed workouts, and intended workout stimulus. Covering: Where the term Rx comes from? How is the intended workout stimulus decided and implemented? Who should / shouldn't Rx or do workouts as prescribed? Should you be constantly pushing the boundaries of your performance? How to moderate your training around prescribed weights or movements? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    Pre Lowlands Semi Final Team Chat

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 40:16


    In this podcast the ShireFit Team, Max Jack Hannah & Tara discuss the upcoming CrossFit Lowlands Semi Finals, they break down each event and their first thoughts on them. The Team then answer the questions sent into the Q n A on Instagram. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Chalking fitness podcast takeover... The ShireFit Team

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2022 48:53


    On this podcast, Coaches Max and Tara join Tom from the Chalking Fitness Podcast to discuss their CrossFit backgrounds, how the ShireFit team was formed and how we've been preparing for this years competition season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Everything you need to know about hand care!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 31:33


    Coach Max and Tara go through everything you need to know about hand care. Skin types & how they affect hand careBar types & how this affects your grips Tear types & how you deal with them Grip brand review See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    ShireFit's new programming method

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 30:02


    On this show Max & Tara discuss the new programming format for ShireFit.Why are we changing from the old method?What are the key phases Breathe, Build, Beast?What are the benefits? How will it feel for the members on a daily basis? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Coach super powers & open highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 28:44


    On this podcast coaches Max and Tara discuss the highlights from the CrossFit Games Open. They then answer the question what is each coach super power and how these qualities can help you in your training in the future. Hannah = Fearlessness Tara = Lifestyle Jack = Balance Max = Knowledge See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Members Q&A (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 23:12


    SPONSOR = Drain Doctor Ben Binns - https://www.draindoctor.co.uk/local-engineers/bradford On this special episode Coaches Max & Tara answer questions from the community, we cover:Training around menstruation Rep cheaters How to use or avoid comparison to others or your former self Best and worst workouts Extra drills for handstand walks Rest days and recovery Overtraining Finding your whyHow to become comfortable with being uncomfortable Supplements Removing clothing during workouts Aligning action with intent Setting and exploring goals Timelines for prescribed movements The price of a 6 pack See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Members Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 45:42


    SPONSOR = Drain Doctor Ben Binns - https://www.draindoctor.co.uk/local-engineers/bradford On this special episode Coaches Max & Tara answer questions from the community, we cover:Training around menstruation Rep cheaters How to use or avoid comparison to others or your former self Best and worst workouts Extra drills for handstand walks Rest days and recovery Overtraining Finding your whyHow to become comfortable with being uncomfortable Supplements Removing clothing during workouts Aligning action with intent Setting and exploring goals Timelines for prescribed movements The price of a 6 pack See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Understanding injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 41:41


    SPONSOR = D3sign Yard Charlotte Waite - charlotte@d3signyard.comCoaches Max and Tara attempt to remove the stigma of injury by discussing the top 5 myths of injuries. They cover the 2 main types of injury, what to do if you suffer from one and how to get back on track. This episode includes insights from them as both athletes and coaches. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The stress balloon

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 24:56


    SPONSOR = Revive Beauty (Idle) 15% Discount for all ShireFit Members. Coaches Tara & Max discuss the concept of the stress balloon, and how awareness of your stress levels allow you to maximise your training. What are the types of stress ? How do we recover from stress? How do you moderate your training based off your daily stress? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Next Step Nutrition Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 44:47


    SPONSOR = Next Step NutritionCoach Max and 'colourful' guest Jonny Landels from Next Step Nutrition discuss healthier and more mindful eating practices. Jonny answers the questions from our members and covers the complex topics of:SupplementsProtein NeedsFuelling Training Meal Timing Carbohydrate Intake Next Step Nutrition can be found at https://nextstepnutrition.co.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Next Step Nutrition Interview INTRO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 29:00


    SPONSOR = Next Step NutritionCoach Max and 'colourful' guest Jonny Landels from Next Step Nutrition discuss healthier and more mindful eating practices. Jonny answers the questions from our members and covers the complex topics of:SupplementsProtein NeedsFuelling Training Meal Timing Carbohydrate Intake Next Step Nutrition can be found at https://nextstepnutrition.co.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Maximise motivation minimise burnout

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 32:22


    SPONSOR = Chameleon Decorators Ltd (Leeds based painting and decorating company run by member Rob Dent) Title - Maximise motivation minimise burnout. Coach Max & Tara discuss the two sides of the arch when it comes to training. To achieve this you must balance the arch between, exploration/learning/process and exploitation/testing/outcome. They discuss the common signs and symptoms of people that are leaning in too far on one side of the arch, and how to recover from low motivation or burnout based upon their own experiences. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Learn to make hard choices easier

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 27:54


    In this podcast Coaches Max & Tara discuss the importance of making hard choices, why you should seek short term discomfort in return for long term success. Max discusses the military mindset and how discipline is developed within the Armed Forces. Tara discusses how the hormone 'dopamine' regulates our motivation and how to hack your dopamine to help you progress in the gym and outside in life. JOCKO - https://jockopodcast.com HUBERMAN - https://hubermanlab.com/category/podcast-episodes/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The squat is a journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2021 24:49


    On this show Coaches Max and Tara discuss the journey they've been on when it comes to learning how to squat. They discuss the process of refining improving and then iterating the squat. The aim is to demonstrate that the squat is a journey that is constantly changing and evolving, its not a destination that you arrive at and then stick to. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    ShireFit Podcast is back!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2021 6:34


    We're re-launching the ShireFit Podcast. Here's how its going to work. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    ShireFit Wolverhampton!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2020 34:56


    Welcome to Mitchell Adams and CF Wolverhampton. This awesome gym will be joining the ShireFit Family! Find out more by listening to Max and Mitch NOW! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Coffee with Camozzi

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 29:31


    The Future!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    ShireFit Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 25:47


    Our newest service and thank you to our amazing members! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    SF West Yorkshire Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2019 35:13


    We chat business today! Getting an update on how Coach Max is getting on with building his gym and community! Check it out and follow his progress on Instagram @shirefit_westyorkshire See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    Ed Cook

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2019 25:45


    Ed Cook is a CrossFit Teen competitor and recently competed at the British Teens Championships finishing in 2nd place! He talks to us about his training journey and his plans for the future! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    24 Hour WODathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2019 25:38


    Coach Jake and some of the ShireFit Community complete 1 Hero WOD every hour for 24 hours. All in order to raise money for Niamh's Next Step. You can find out more about this amazing charity here: https://www.nns.org.ukIf you wish to donate to this amazing cause you can do so here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/shire-fit?fbclid=IwAR1t3qVgbDSefWc5m8TXAOecmIUcoE5KsrXXxuh-Bs_M7HuR436964ihxfY See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    Jacks Ironman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2019 42:15


    Our newest host Coach Dan talks with Jack about his recent Ironman Event in Frankfurt! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Josh Aston - Member Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2019 36:20


    A members experience in the gym? What does it look like? Josh has been part of ShireFit for nearly 3 years! He talks about his experiences at loads of different gyms and what is was like to work as ShireFit! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    React and Adapt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2019 21:33


    WE ARE BACK! The Fitness world is constantly adapting and evolving! Coach Jack talks about how ShireFit has been growing and evolving and why we have been so quiet! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Swim Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2019 17:24


    We get the opportunity to sit down with Stuart Hacker! An amazing swimming coach and athlete who has completed many gruelling swims including the channel swim! During the podcast we talk about some of these challenges and swimming technique. Make sure you check out his brand new business The Swim Cube and follow them on facebook and instagram! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Big News! Franchising and Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2019 17:13


    Big news, Business and our goals all packed into a 15 minute podcast!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Maria Costello MBE

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2019 38:31


    We get the amazing opportunity to sit down and talk all about Maria's past. How she became a Motorcycle Racer and became the most dominant female racer in the world! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Climbing Kilimanjaro

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2019 27:15


    Ciaran changed his perspective on training and made it a lifestyle. Jumping on his treadmill before joining a boxing gym and finally joining ShireFit!He has had an amazing journey and he is only just getting started. Ciaran talks to us about how he climbed the highest mountain in Africa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Roastery

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2019 23:01


    Coffee! We all love it and todays podcast is dedicated to it. We have the owner of The Roastery, Marcel in to talk how his business has grown, how coffee is made and where it actually comes from. Check it out! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Adam Fowler

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2019 44:18


    Leicester Tigers S&C Coach, Royal Marine PTI.... Adam has done it all! We were lucky enough to have him jump on the podcast and talk all about his experiences and what he has learnt! Check out his gym The Fitness Box on instagram and Facebook! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Dealing with Physical Adversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2019 14:04


    How do you get through a WOD?ShireFit Founder talks about how he gets through different physical challenges.1) Make it a numbers game.2) Take your mind off the negative3) Have a why4) Go Ferrell5) Build experience See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Liam McCarty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2019 30:39


    Welcome to 2019! We welcome Liam McCarty onto the podcast to talk about his training journey as he is one of our members! Liam has just started his very own business called Ecology and he tells us all about his journey and what he has learnt so far. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Remembering your 'Why'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2018 34:14


    It is easy to lose sight of why you first started training! Losing your why can mean you lose direction or maybe take training too seriously. Coach Ash discusses what he has seen, why people lose track of training and not forgetting why you first started! Check it out! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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