Success Stories with John Belton

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Episode 10: Paul O'Connell by Collaborative Studios

He was a Captain in the United States Marine Corps. Coach Mike Burgener is known globally as the head coach of CrossFit Weightlifiting. He runs Mike's Gym out of his garage, where he regularly works out with his crew of geezers and provides Olympic weightlifting coaching to athletes of all ages. Performance coach and long time friend and CrossFit alum, John Belton digs deep with Coach B, retracing the steps and identifying the vital components that lead to success. Follow: @johnbelton; @no17personaltraining @mikeburgener @collaborative.studios Get in touch: john@no17pt.com

Endurance athlete Rob Cummins is a member of the Tri, and Ironman elite. He is co-founder of Wheelworx bike and tri superstore and the author of Chasing Kona and Kona Secrets. Rob continually meets challenge head-on, constantly improving on all markers of success. In this episode, performance coach John Belton & Rob talk about success, achievement, grit, determination, willpower and the desire to constantly improve. Follow: @johnbelton; @no17personaltraining @wheelworxrob @collaborative.studios Get in touch: john@no17pt.com

Performance coach, and founder of No17 Personal Training John Belton is joined by his friend Melanie Morris to really drill down on the meaning of success. They chat about the ‘scare zone’ that has to be embraced in order to succeed; about their different approaches to personal development; and John shares his observations on the common traits of successful people, which he’s seen from twenty years of helping clients smash their goals (hint: a lot is in visualisation). And what about money… where does it come in to the picture? Or is the secret of success really in our relationships, bonds and behaviour? About Melanie Morris: Melanie is a marketing, media, journalism hybrid. She landed her first job with PR Lynne Franks in London (a.k.a the woman who inspired Edina Monsoon in Absolutely Fabulous) before switching to journalism, and was headhunted to edit IMAGE magazine in 2005 where she eventually became Editor in Chief. She now focuses her energies on her company Genius Ideas. Follow: @johnbelton; @no17personaltraining; @melaniemorris @collaborative.studios Get in touch: john@no17pt.com

Coach John Belton chats with stylist, creative director, social media influencer and fitness nut Courtney Smith about success in all its guises. And how Courtney manages to juggle so many roles, smash so many goals, stay sane and keep going. Follow: @johnbelton; @no17personaltraining; @courtneysmithstyle @collaborative.studios Get in touch: john@no17pt.com

Milena is the woman who, essentially, put Reformer Pilates and Ballet Barre into the lives and calendars of Leinster men, women and rugby players! She was the co-founder of Platinum Pilates in 2010, and has grown the business to 7 beautiful studios across Dublin and Wicklow, along with the more recently established Platinum Physiotherapy. Milena is a fully certified Polestar Pilates Practitioner and a Franklin Method Educator, with over 20 years experience. She is mum to three gorgeous girls and also finds time to run impressive distances. Entrepreneur, wellness advocate, self-professed “Pilates nerd” and mother of three, Milena Jaksic multi-tasks her way through every day... and does it well! In this episode, John & Milena, both fitness business owners, talk success, in all its many forms. Follow: @johnbelton; @no17personaltraining. Get in touch: john@no17pt.com

EP4: "I Live With a Tiger" - Al Hester (Maser) If you want enlightened conversation, here's a supercharged dose of it! Performance coach John Belton (founder of No17 Personal Training) chats with his friend and business partner Al Hester (also known as artist Maser) about creativity, mind health, relationships and career... all of which form cornerstones of Al's incredible success story. Al Hester is best known for his work as Maser, a contemporary artist who has grown to become a significant player both in Ireland and abroad. He recently created a 3D installation at The Contemporary Irish Art Centre in Los Angeles and an urban piece up the iconic steps to Wembley in London. Maser is known for his colour, his life-affirming slogans, his social conscience and now,Atelier Maser, the gallery and creative HQ. Al is an advocate for physical and mind health. He has recently founded The Dublin Boys Club; a nomadic men's group exploring healthy masculinity where men can learn to communicate better and grow into the most authentic versions of themselves. John, Al and fitness trainer Adrienne Murphy are the founders of Flowstate, a movement to bring art and movement together, for inspiring, enriched living. Flowstate yoga mats feature Maser's artwork and sell-out on flowstate.ie. They are also stocked in Brown Thomas Dublin.

Success comes in many forms, and chef/writer/broadcaster/mother Domini Kemp had it all, until she experienced bereavement and cancer in one year. Proving the comeback is bigger than the setback, Domini used her experience to grow; developing a keen interest in wellness which spawned further business opportunities. John and Domini chat about her story, overcoming challenges and how food can, quite literally, fuel ambition.

Episode 2: “I knew I was dead because my Fitbit flatlined…” Athlete, performance coach and founder of No17 Personal Training, John Belton chats with GT racing car driver and entrepreneur Aron Taylor-Smith about his life on and off the track, and the many prisms though which he sees success. About John Belton Founder, head coach and trainer at No17, John Belton has over 15 years experience in the industry. More than that, his expertise stretches beyond the usual fitness profile. John has qualifications in over 15 different health fields, from physical therapy to life coaching. John’s broad-spectrum approach to wellness looks at all areas of an individual’s life, from sleep quality to body metrics. He’s a popular public speaker and designs group corporate programmes as well as highly effective, individually-tailored plans. No17 Personal Training: Vault 8 Park Place, Upper Hatch Street, Dublin 2 Follow: @no17personaltraining @johnbelton About Aron Taylor-Smith Aron Taylor-Smith is a multiple BTCC (British Touring Car Championships) race winner of the most competitive championship in British Motorsport. Aron began his motorsport career in Ireland, quickly becoming an Irish Kart champion before stepping into the Clio Cup. Along his way, he has won races at infamous circuits such as Monza and Imola before returning back to the UK. In 2012 Aron’s BTCC debut season was marked by a spectacular maiden victory. Aron has now graduated into one of the most coveted seats on the BTCC grid as he signs for the manufacturer-backed RCIB Insurance Racing MG Team. Aron is a qualified fitness trainer at No17. He is married to Lauren, both of whom founded P1 nutrition; a nutritional supplements brand, created to optimise motorsport athlete performance. Follow: @arontaylorsmith

Episode 1: “What are you prepared to sacrifice to achieve your goal?” To kick things off, and offer a little context.. meet your host! John is joined by his friend Melanie Morris as they chat about John’s background, his passions, and his personal blueprint for success (interestingly, it’s not all about muscle-ups). About John Belton Founder, head coach and trainer at No17, John Belton has over 15 years experience in the industry. More than that, his expertise stretches beyond the usual fitness profile. John has qualifications in over 15 different health fields, from physical therapy to life coaching. John’s broad-spectrum approach to wellness looks at all areas of an individual’s life, from sleep quality to body metrics. He’s a popular public speaker and designs group corporate programmes as well as highly effective, individually-tailored plans. No17 Personal Training: Vault 8 Park Place, Upper Hatch Street, Dublin 2 Follow: @no17personaltraining @johnbelton