Talking Fit

In this episode we're rejoined by two of our first guests from season one, Tai Daly and Suzanne Turner. Tai and Suzanne but had highly ambitious goals going into 2020, we discuss how they've had to adapt, how theyve stayed motivated and what comes next.

Gary House is a highly respected running coach, working with runners from all over the world. In this episode Gary tells us about how he started running and progressed from running up and down the Manchester canals to keep fit, to being a podium finisher over 24hrs.  We ask Gary about some of his coaching methods and how he gets the most from runners from all backgrounds, through "The Runstrong Club". We discuss the differences between training to run on flat roads compared to trails and mountains, we look at the dangers of "over racing". And touch on what the future holds for Gary and Runstrong. Find more from us: Gary - @garyhouse_ Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod

Anna Martin is a long time personal trainer, nutrition advisor and group exercise instructor. Not only coaching individuals and groups, but also leading workshops, to help people truly excel! Anna has also suffered with scoliosis for most of her life. In this episode Anna talks to us about her approach to fitness. Both in terms of her own training, and how she gets the most from her clients. She talks about her scoliosis and how she has overcome crippling pain and muscle spasms, with the help of resistance training.  Anna also gives us an insight into her new group training platform - AMF World. Which is helping instructors to thrive and deliver the best possible experience for their clients and members. Find more from us: Anna - @annamartinfitness Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod

Dean Clarke is a former soldier, a personal trainer and he's trying to change the way the world views mental health. In this episode we talk about Deans army career and subsequent reintrogration into the civilian world. Dean openly discusses his fitness career, steroid use and events which ultimately culminated in two failed suicide attempts. Dean speaks with brutal honesty about his diagnosis with PTSD and bipolar disorder. We talk in depth with Dean about how his own struggles with mental health have led to him dedicating his life to helping others improve their own mental and physical wellbeing. Find more from us: Dean - @nu_element Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod

For over a decade the noise coming from the Crossfit comunity has been getting progressively louder. Whilst Crossfit is still constantly followed by a dark cloud misconceptions and accusations of being dangerous. Anyone claiming it's a fad that will pass by, is deluding themselves! In this episode we talk to Erin Bonett, Erin is a physiotherapist and owner of Crossfit IOM. We ask "what is Crossfit?" And look at the differences between the sport and the training methodology. We look at what it takes to perform as a high level Crossfit athlete and address some of the misconceptions and accusations, to try and find if there's any truth to them. Find more from us:  Erin: @erinbonett Paul: @paulrosept Luke: @zen_anatomy Talking Fit: @talkingfitpod

Josh Taylor is a bio chemistry student, a personal trainer and a former fitness model. In this episode Josh talks about his experiences in the bodybuilding world and what it really takes to get a cover model body. We discuss the impact of social media, not just on bodybuilding, but on fitness consumers globally.  We also evaluate some commonly believed health and fitness myths. including the ideas that you need to cut carbs and do HIIT in order to lose weight. Find more from us: Josh - @joshtaylorpt Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod

Hannah Camden has been in the fitness industry for 18 years. In that time, she's learned a thing or two about getting people results. In this episode we talk female strength training and why lifting weights won't make you "bulky". We look at finding what works for you and why there is a style of training out there for everyone. We reminisce on trips to the mountains and the coast, and talk about the joys that can be found in nature.  Hannah also show immense bravery in speaking with completely openess and honesty about her own struggles with mental health. She talks about her lows and how she's worked to recover. As well as offering advice and support to anyone else who may be fighting their own battles. Find more from us: Hannah - @hannahcamdenpt Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod

You may recognise the name Carla Molinaro. Back in July she made national news when she broke the world record for running from Lands End to John ‘O' Groats. Finishing in 12 days and 30 minutes.  In this episode we talk about Carla's Record breaking run. We discuss the planning that goes into such a record attempt, the importance of having a team by your side, and question how to find the right balance of running and sleeping. Carla shares stories from the 12 days and tells us why the 30 minutes annoys her. She reminisces on past ultras and talks about her plans for future challenges. We discuss Carla's training and look at what it takes to mentally, to take on the incomprehensible. We debate running poles, and why leathery, 95 year old fell runners disapprove of there use.  The day we spoke with Carla, she had just received her certificate from 'Guiness world records', she speaks with great enthusiasm and humility about officially becoming a world record holder. And explains the implications her acheivements have had on her sibling rivalry. See more from us: Carla: @carlamolinaro Paul: @paulrosept Luke: @zen_anatomy Talking Fit: @talkingfitpod

Alex Nemeth is the first Hungarian ever to complete the seven summits (the highest peak in every continent). In this episode we talk about her experiences on Mount Everest, as well as the other climbs. Alex talks about how she managed to prepare for Everest in Richmond Park, she talks about her motivation and overcoming her fear of heights. We talk about the death zone and risking your life to go to the toilet! Alex explains what happens when your oxygen mask breaks on a summit push. Find more from us: Alex - @alex7summits Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod

Emma Bray is a comprehensively trained Pilates instructor, meaning she teaches both floor and equiptment based Pilates. She also holds diplomas in both counselling and nutrition.  In this episode we explore what Pilates actually is and how it differs from Yoga. We address some misconceptions that surround Pilates and look at how we can benefit from this movement methodology. We look at why you probably don't have inactive glutes and why your core isn't shot to pieces. We also talk about the positive relationship between physical activity and mental health. Find more from us: Emma - @emma_bray_pilates Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod

Owen Gayle is an ultra runner, calisthenics specialist and a former professional MMA fighter. In this episode he talks about his experiences in different sports and how he continues to push himself to his limits. We talk in depth about Owen's long term experiment with fruitarian bodybuilding, and the impact this had on his body. Both in terms of asthetics and health. Find more from us: Owen - @owenoggayle Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod

Adam Daniel is an international fitness presenter and educator. He has worked as a strength and conditioning coach for the RFU (Rugby Football Union), having had England trials himself. He was ranked 5th in the world as a junior 400meter hurdler. And he now represents Gret Britain as an age group cyclist.  In this episode we look at how you can benefit from making your training 3 dimensional, by training in multiple planes of motion. We debunk some myths that surround functional training, and look at how you can incorporate more 3 dimensional exercises into your own training. Find more from us: Adam: @adamdanielmba Paul: @paulrosept & paulrosept.com Luke: @zen_anatomy & zenanatomy.com Talking Fit: @talkingfitpod

Simon James is the founder of Run the Wild, who are on a mission to get people "exploring places, not running races". In this episode we talk about Run the Wild and the various trail running events they run. We compare trail running with road running. Look at how running poles can help you perform better on the trails. Simon shares some of his great running experiences, including Ultra Trail Mont Blanc (UTMB) and Marathon des Sables. Find more from us:  Simon: @runthewilduk & runthewild.co.uk Paul: @paulrosept & paulrosept.com Luke: @zen_anatomy & zenanatomy.co.uk Talking Fit: @talkingfitpod  

Sports psychologist, PhD student, gym owner, elite boxer, ultra runner. These are just a few of the things under Shakiba Moghadam's belt. Oh, and you reached the interrogation phase on season 5 of channel 4s 'SAS who dares wins'.    In this episode we talk ultra marathons, resiliance, boxing, making fitness programs work for a range of personalities and SAS who dares wins. Shakiba is incredibly open and honest, and she has endless stories to tell. In this episode she gives her honest, first hand account of the circumstances surrounding her controversial withdrawal from SAS who dares wins.    Find more from us:   Shakiba - @shakiba_moghadam Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy   All things Talking Fit - @talkingfitpod

Scared of heights? Climb mountains. Hate the cold? Go to the north pole. This is the approach Shadi Ganjavian-Connor takes to life. She is constantly undertaking extreme challenges to aid various social and scientific causes. Once she's done, she faces her fear of public speaking. Standing on stages in front of schools and businesses, inspiring them to do the same!  In this episode we speak to Shadi about her various challenges, and the causes she supports though them. We discuss her training routine, and she shares her knowledge on how we can all go about facing our own fears. Find more from us: Shadi - Team GC on facebook Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy 

Tom Bryant and Ed Singleton aren't elite athletes. They both work office jobs, and until recently lived fairly sedentary lifestyles. A few weeks of couch to 5k has changed that, they're now both keen runners. In this episode they share their experiences from start to completion of the couch to 5k program and beyond. We discuss the big progressions you can make in a short space of time, and have a look at injury prevention and management. The guys share things they've learned which will help you keep going and get the most out of the program. We explore what comes next, and Luke and I offer our expertise in taking the next steps. Keep up to date with us: Tom: @bryant1003 Ed: @ed_singleton Paul: @paulrosept Luke: @zen_anatomy

Emily Turnbull is a highly experienced personal trainer, based in the Lake District. Shes also a mum of two young boys. In this episode we discuss pre and post natal fitness, as well as things you can do to stop your fitness from plumeting, as family becomes a major part of your life and time becomes more precious.  Find more from us: Emily: @evolvefitness_emilyturnbull Paul: @paulrosept Luke: @zen_anatomy

For over 30 years, Apex sports has served the running, hiking and endurance community as a brick and mortar running shoe store offering bespoke advice to all their customers. In this episode, we discuss what to look at with a shoe fit, the bigger budget brands VS the lesser-known brands and getting that all-important bang for your buck when purchasing your next pair of running shoes. We also tap into Ryan Spencer's experience of running larger distance events including the iconic Comrades ultra-marathon, Thames Path and Grand union canal race as well as the preparation required to tackle multi-day endurance events. Keep up with us: Ryan - @apexsportsbucks Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy 

Damien Clayton is a pro cyclist riding for team RIBBLE weldtite, until recently he was an architech. In this episode we look at Damiens meteoric rise from a woefully underprepared amateur, riding London to Brighton. To winning his first UCI race. We discuss mindset, sacrifice and life as a full time athlete. We explore elitist attitudes in cycling and what Damiens doing, now the 'Tour of Britain' has been cancelled. Find more from us: Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Damien - @damienreissclayton

Lots of people take on challenges. Long runs or bike rides. Treks that last days or weeks. A very small number take it even further and attempt things like climbing Everest. Suzanne Turner isn't like other people, she takes things even further. Suzanne is taking on the "Adventure Challenge". She aims to set a world record for being the faster woman, ever to summit the highest peak on each of the 7 continents, and ski the last degree to each of the poles.  In this episode we talk motivation, set backs, surviving extreme conditions, climate change and polar bears! Learn more about us: Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Suzanne - @suzanneturneradventure

Lisa Austin is a badass! Aged 42 she entered a boxing ring for the first time, 6 years later she remains undefeated. As if this isn't impressive enough, she's done this whilst being a single mum of 3 and a successful business owner.  In this episode we look at what it takes to excel across the board. What its like to get in the ring with someone who wants to punch you in the face. And why following workouts because they're fashionable, could be detrimental to your health. Get more from us: Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Lisa - Lisa_rock_pt 

Every now and then, an ordinary person makes an extraordinary decision. A decision to take on a monumental challenge, one that will cause them a year of pain and misery. All in the name of raising thousands or pounds, to help children with cancer. In this episode we talk with Tai Daly, the man behind running to beat cancer. Tai is running what he calls "the ultra tour 2020" - 15 marathons, ultra marathons and OCR's in 12 months. With the aim of raising £10,000+ for Children with Cancer UK and High Five for Ollie. We chat about training, recovery and staying motivated during a time of huge uncertainty. Keep up with us: Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy Tai - runningtobeatcancer.co.uk

With this years London Marathon being moved to the autumn. Paul and Luke decided this would be a great time to share some of their memories of this great event. Listen, laugh and look forward to the rescheduled event!

In this episode we discuss why and how you need to be staying active in lockdown. We look at exercises runners should be doing more than squats and planks. As well as methods to keep building strength and muscle with no/limited equiptment.  You can find more from us, just search for: Paul - @paulrosept Luke - @zen_anatomy