The Fit2 Perform Podcast

“You know what to do… so why aren’t you doing it?” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down one of the  simplest but most powerful tools you can use to stop procrastinating, build momentum, and actually follow through on the things you keep putting off.   Because the problem isn’t that you don’t know what to do. It’s that tiny gap between thinking about doing it…...

“No pain, no gain”… sounds hardcore. Sounds motivating. Sounds like what you  should  be doing. But for performers trying to train alongside rehearsals, shows, and real life… it might be the exact thing holding you back. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down what pain in training actually means, what to pay attention to, and how to train hard  without wrecking...

Our guest is the incredibly versatile Reuben Greeph, an actor musician, musical director and multi instrumentalist whose career spans the West End, touring productions and screen work. Trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts as an actor musician, Reuben has performed in  Cabaret  in the West End and covered in  SIX , alongside credits including  The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe ,  Treasur...

“You want to look better. Feel better. Perform better. But should you be cutting… or bulking?” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan tackle one of the most common questions performers ask and one of the most misunderstood areas in fitness.   Because most people are told to jump straight into a fat loss phase… eat less, do more, get lean. But what if that’s actually the r...

“You don’t need to starve yourself, smash endless cardio, or do 1,000 crunches a day… to get visible abs.” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down one of the  most requested goals in the performing arts world  and cut through the noise around how to actually achieve it. Because while visible abs are often seen as the “ultimate physique goal”, most performers are...

Steffan is reporting in from  the other side of the world . In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan attempt their  first long distance recording , navigating time zones, tech glitches, and questionable internet connections while catching up on life on tour in China. But beyond the travel stories, the big question for performers is this: How do you train, eat well, and stay...

What’s the single most underrated performance enhancer for performers? It’s not a supplement. It’s not a fancy exercise. It’s not some wild Instagram workout. It’s  strength training . In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan beat the drum for the basics and explain why the most powerful thing performers can do for stamina, control, coordination, and resilience is also the...

In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , we’re joined by Tom Ping, a theatrical agent at Global Artists who represents an extraordinary roster of leading actors and creatives. Between them, his clients hold multiple Olivier Awards, Tony nominations and even a CBE. Before moving into agenting, Tom spent a decade as a professional performer. Trained in opera and violin at the Royal Birmingham...

“You can look incredible and still gas out by act two.” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan tackle a hard truth in the performing arts world:  aesthetics and performance are not the same thing . You can have visible abs, sharp lines, and still feel flat, underpowered, and exhausted halfway through a show. Because looking fit and being performance-ready are two complete...

If you’re constantly exhausted, flat on stage, or struggling to recover, the problem might not be that you’re doing too little cardio. It might be that you’re doing it wrong. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan unpack one of the biggest myths in performer training: that more cardio automatically equals better stamina. For many performers, excessive conditioning is quie...

Most performers still think resistance training is just for “getting bulky”. But the science is clear. Strength work doesn’t just change how you look, it can dramatically improve stamina, jump height, vocal power, injury resilience, and even cognitive performance. So yes, the gym can make you a better performer, just not always in the ways you expect. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast ,...

Our guest is actor Bryony Corrigan, a core member of Mischief Theatre and one of British comedy’s most recognisable faces. She’s brought joyful chaos to audiences around the world in the hit Goes Wrong productions, including Peter Pan Goes Wrong, A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong, Groan-Ups, and The Goes Wrong Show. Her improv brilliance has also shone in Mischief Movie Night In, which streamed globall...

Class is in session… and things have taken a very unexpected turn. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan share some huge news as  Steffan announces he’ll be playing Miss Trunchbull on the international tour of Matilda . Yes, that Miss Trunchbull. Hammer throw energy, explosive power, and terrifying authority included. Naturally, this leads us straight into a very on-bran...

You don’t need more motivation or a bigger goal. You need a system that survives real life. Busy schedules, rehearsals, eight show weeks, low energy days, and last-minute calls. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down why goals fail for performers and how to build habits that actually stick, even when life is chaotic. This is about identity, systems, and consist...

You think you’re doing all the “right” stuff, but your body might be working against you. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan uncover the  hidden sabotagers  that stop performers from making real strength gains, even when they’re training hard and showing up consistently. This one is all about why strength stalls, why progress feels fragile, and what actually needs fix...

Today’s guest is the brilliant Heather Scott-Martin, a multi-talented performer and creative whose career spans the West End, major UK tours, choreography, presenting and more. Heather trained at The BRIT School and Bird College, graduating with First Class Honours in Dance and Theatre Performance. As a performer, she’s appeared in  Singin’ in the Rain ,  Mamma Mia! ,  Annie ,  Joseph and the Amaz...

That strange, stretchy bit of time between Christmas and New Year. The days blur, the chocolate is still flowing, and no one knows what day it is. Welcome to  The Gooch of the Year . In this end-of-year episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan sit right in that in-between space to  reflect on 2025 , unpack the lessons, wins, and wobble moments, and look ahead to  what 2026 could be...

Chestnuts roasting, prosecco flowing, shows still running. It’s the most wonderful and most exhausting time of the year. So how do you enjoy Christmas without undoing all your hard work in the gym, on stage, or in the mirror? In this festive episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down how to  protect your performance, your body, and your sanity  through the Christmas period...

Here are 5 training tricks you’ve probably ignored, but might be the secret sauce your body’s been waiting for. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down  five muscle-building hacks  that sound a bit wild, slightly questionable, and definitely unconventional… yet they actually work when used properly. Some of these are backed by science, some are backed by experie...

“You train, sleep, eat… but little habits you don’t even notice could be tanking your testosterone (and your overall hormonal balance). Let’s expose them.” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan dig into the everyday mistakes that quietly disrupt  testosterone and hormonal health , and why this matters massively for performers. This is not about extreme biohacks or supple...

“You’ve got great workouts and meal plans, but if your stress, mood, or emotional habits are hijacking your system, nothing changes.” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan tackle a topic that’s often overlooked in fitness conversations but hugely influential for performers:  the emotional and psychological drivers of body composition . Because fat loss, muscle gain, and...

Today’s guest is a force. Leo Oliva is an actor, writer, producer and former ER nurse whose career has taken him from Hollywood sets to Shakespearean stages. You’ve seen him in  NCIS: LA ,  The Last Ship ,  Scorpion ,  I Love Dick  and most recently  The Gentlemen  on Netflix. He’s worked alongside Danny Glover, collaborated with Morena Baccarin and John Noble, and holds an MFA from LAMDA where he...

When shows, travel, late nights and odd hours take over, how do you keep your body from unravelling? In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down exactly how performers can stay strong, mobile and energised when life turns into a whirlwind of rehearsals, check-ins, get-outs, trains, planes, buses, hotels and eight show weeks. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about s...

You’re doing it 20,000 times a day, but most people are doing it wrong. Breath might just be your biggest untapped performance tool. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan explore the often-overlooked power of  breathing techniques  in enhancing both  vocal  and  physical performance . Whether you’re belting on stage, dancing full out, or lifting in the gym, your breath i...

In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , we’re joined by the brilliant  Gabriela Gregorian  – a performer whose journey started in childhood and continues to evolve on stage and online. From early roles in  Billy Elliot  and  Pendragon  to credits in  Shrek the Musical ,  Half a Sixpence ,  Top Hat , and  A Knight’s Tale , Gabriela’s stage career is packed with variety and versatility. We al...