Total Barnage

A relaxed catch-up episode where Guy, Charlie, and Charlotte share what they've been up to - from knee surgery recoveries to ADHD diagnoses and wild fitness challenge ideas. Charlie is nearly four weeks post-op from knee surgery, hitting 90-minute seated ski erg sessions while his quad slowly comes back to life. Charlotte just got officially diagnosed with ADHD and is starting medication soon...

In this episode, Guy and Charlie sit down with Rachel Gold, a former pop star, celebrity stylist, and certified mindfulness practitioner, to explore her remarkable journey from the bright lights of fame to the quiet power of presence. Rachel is a former professional singer, celebrity stylist, and certified mindfulness meditation practitioner. She was part of Luff, Holland's answer to Bananara...

In this episode, Guy sits down with Andy Dawling, his former strength and conditioning coach at Sutton Valence School, to explore his extraordinary journey from professional rugby to war zones and back again. Andy is a former professional rugby player, military veteran, and strength and conditioning coach whose life embodies "only the fit will survive." Andy played professional rugby for...

Lost your New Year's motivation? This episode will get you back on track. In this episode, Charlie and Charlotte tackle the biggest killer of fitness goals: demotivation . It's mid-February, the weather's terrible, the New Year buzz has worn off, and suddenly every excuse feels valid. This 30-minute masterclass is your roadmap to training consistently even when you absolutely cannot...

Confused about which supplements you actually need? This episode is your complete roadmap. In this episode, Guy and Charlotte break down every supplement worth your money - from creatine to magnesium, protein powders to omega-3s, and everything in between. They expose which "must-have" supplements are complete BS, reveal what actually makes a difference, and explain why most people are s...

What if everything you thought about fat loss, detox teas, and "earning" your cheat meal was complete BS? In this episode, Charlotte, Guy, and Charlie tear apart the biggest fitness myths that social media won't stop pushing - and reveal the uncomfortable truths no one wants to hear. From spot reduction scams (no, you can't lose belly fat with 5 magic exercises) to detox teas t...

hallenge some of the biggest misconceptions people have about training, progress, and “what works.” From social-media-driven advice to one-size-fits-all programming, the conversation explores why so many people feel stuck despite doing everything they’re told — and what actually matters instead. Straight-talking, opinionated, and grounded in real-world coaching experience. In this episode, they co...

The roles have reversed... Guy's asking the questions now. In this episode, Guy puts Charlie in the hot seat. What starts as simple questions about running quickly becomes a raw conversation (shock) about mental health, elite athletics, and why going "all-in" isn't always the best option. Charlie opens up about being the fastest 11-year-old in the UK (with Olympic rings shaved...

Yes, you read that right... Guy is going to North Korea. In this episode, Guy and Charlie break down Guy's upcoming ATHX competition and his confirmed trip to North Korea for the Pyongyang Half Marathon in April. Guy's competing this weekend with Alice in a mix of strength, conditioning, and metcons. They discuss what makes ATHX different from CrossFit, how to prep in the final days befo...

Guy opens up about playing with future England stars like Marcus Smith and Ollie Lawrence, the moment everything fell apart (dropped by Harlequins, rejected by the Army, and a breakup - all within one month), and how he went from a depression diagnosis to rebuilding his life through fitness. In this episode, you'll learn: Why fear distorts reality on the rugby pitch - and in life The true cos...

Charlie sits down with Charlotte to rattle through the biggest mistakes beginners make when starting their fitness journey - and how to actually avoid them. By the end of this episode, you will learn: Why changing everything at once is a recipe for disaster - the all-or-nothing mentality that has people overwhelmed and quitting by February because they bit off more than they can chew The one thing...

In this episode, I share my injury journey and the things I've learned over countless years of being injured as a middle-distance runner. From a backflip gone wrong to stress fractures and ongoing knee issues, I share the hard-earned lessons from being injured more than I've been healthy. Hopefully this episode can serve as a bit of practical philosophy for going from "just getting...

Charlie sits down with Charlotte to chat about her journey to personal trainer and wellness bodybuilder. An honest conversation covering everything from ADHD diagnosis to meal prep wisdom, with just a couple of tangents along the way... By the end of this episode, you will learn: Why movement is medicine - How Charlotte discovered the gym as therapy during her teenage years and why she believes ev...

Charlie sits down with Guy to dive deep into the story behind Barn Gym - how it was built, why it exists, and what makes it so special. By the end of this episode, you will learn: How a COVID-19 wake-up call inspired Guy to transform a farm storage barn into a thriving fitness community Why Guy believes "fear is the mind killer" and how NOT overthinking became his secret weapon to succes...

Welcome to another podcast hosted by Barn Gym's finest PTs - Guy, Charlotte and Charlie (aka "Total Barnage"). Today is the day after the Barn Gym Christmas party, where we have a light-hearted chat about our most embarrassing moments in the gym. By the end of this episode, you will learn...why dirty pants are better than no pants, how to pronounce the word "Nazirite", how...

Welcome to the first podcast hosted by Barn Gym's finest PTs - Guy, Charlotte and Charlie (aka "Total Barnage"). Today we discuss our thoughts on the New Year's Resolution crowd, specifically why most people quit by February. By the end of this episode, you will learn...why awareness is the key to achieving your goals, why lacking a strong purpose sets us up for failure from th...