Craic'n Coachin'

In this episode of the Kraken Coaching podcast, Emmet and Richard Collins discuss various aspects of coaching, particularly in bodybuilding. They explore Richard's journey, the importance of focusing on processes over outcomes, how to deal with setbacks, and the traits that make successful athletes, along with the significance of communication and marketing in coaching. The conversation delves int...

In this episode of the Craic'n Coachin Podcast, hosts Donal and Emmet engage in a casual catch-up, discussing their recent experiences, dietary changes, and insights into bodybuilding. They delve into topics such as the importance of maintaining effort during diet phases, the impact of food choices on digestion, and the recent PCA show incident, reflecting on the realities of bodybuilding and heal...

The conversation revolves around the hosts' experiences with personal growth, coaching, and the importance of continuous learning in fitness and health. They discuss various methods of upskilling, including free resources, mentorships, and seminars, while sharing personal anecdotes and insights from their journeys. The conversation delves into the importance of coaching, the value of being coached...

In this episode of the Crack and Coaching podcast, hosts Donal and Emmet engage with Joe Brightman, discussing his recent life changes, including moving back to the UK from Dubai, his transition away from competitive bodybuilding, and his new role with OneFit. The conversation explores themes of personal growth, the challenges of parenting, and the evolution of coaching in the fitness industry. In...

In this episode of the Kraken Coaching Podcast, hosts Emmet and Donal engage with bodybuilder Ben Gardner, discussing his daily routine, nutrition, and experiences in the bodybuilding scene, including his recent achievements and future aspirations. The conversation delves into the importance of sleep, training strategies, and the emotional aspects of competing in bodybuilding. The conversation exp...

The conversation covers topics such as Finn's injury, competition plans, and the impact of assistance on prep. It also delves into the relationship between NBFI and NBW, as well as the recent PCA Ireland show. The conversation provides insights into the challenges and strategies of bodybuilding competition preparation. The conversation covers various topics related to off-season bodybuilding, comp...

The conversation covers the birth and evolution of the Revive Stronger podcast, the journey of natural bodybuilding, the fulfillment of bodybuilding, and the discussion around pro card and competitive bodybuilding. The conversation delves into the complexities of the pro card system, competitive plans, off-season experiences, nitty-gritty details of posing and presentation, training creativity and...

The podcast episode is a rapid-fire discussion about caffeine, covering its effects, benefits, and guidelines for use. It explores the impact of caffeine on sleep, the importance of a caffeine cut-off, and the benefits of caffeine for cognitive function and performance. The conversation also delves into the dark sides of caffeine and the availability of zero-calorie beverages. The conversation del...

The conversation covers a range of topics including turning 30, birthday celebrations, travel plans, bodybuilding competitions, and the readiness for a competition prep. The hosts also discuss their dining experiences, upcoming trips, and the achievements of various individuals in bodybuilding competitions. The conversation covers the essential aspects of preparing for a bodybuilding competition,...

The hosts discuss their recent experiences, challenges, and changes in their training routines, as well as their personal lives. They also touch on the topic of pets and the impact of gym environments on training experiences. The conversation covers the importance of gym environment, equipment, accessibility, and price in choosing the right gym. It also emphasizes the impact of training partners,...

The conversation covers various topics including weather, injury, training, and the use of logbooks for tracking progress. The hosts discuss the impact of weather on their training routines, the experience of dealing with injuries, and the importance of using logbooks to track training progress. The conversation delves into the importance of logging training progress, the impact of training intens...

The conversation delves into the transition from bodybuilding to hybrid athlete training, the impact of social media on fitness aspirations, the influence of PEDs, and the management of strength training during bodybuilding prep. It also explores the challenges of balancing strength training and fatigue during prep, and the distinction between athletes who need to pull back and those experiencing...

The conversation covers topics related to managing a surplus without hindering progress, the mindset and expectations behind bulking, the impact of surplus on muscle and fat gain, the importance of meal timing and food quality, and the benefits of a strategic and aggressive surplus for natural athletes. The conversation covers the challenges and strategies of a gaining phase, including diet fatigu...

The conversation covers the topics of training while traveling, managing expectations, adapting to different environments, and the impact of equipment on training experience. It also explores the benefits of training with others and the importance of time management. The conversation emphasizes the value of maintaining training standards and the flexibility to adapt to different training environme...

The conversation covers life in Australia, returning to routine, challenges due to a gym arson attack, fitness equipment and gym environment, competing in bodybuilding and Muay Thai, athletic achievements, and imposter syndrome. The discussion also delves into the experience of training and competing in different sports, as well as the impact of athletic achievements on confidence and imposter syn...

The conversation covers a range of topics including podcast dynamics and personal interaction, nutrition and training, and physical and mental health. The hosts discuss their experiences with in-person podcasting, nutrition supplements, training routines, and the impact of physical and mental health on performance and well-being. The conversation covers the topics of nutrition and training for lon...

The podcast begins with an introduction and the reveal of the special guest. The hosts and guest discuss time zone challenges, international locations, and the transition to a coaching career. The conversation then delves into the guest's career journey, chiropractic career, education business, and motivation for becoming a chiropractor. The scope of practice, democratizing education, communicatio...

The podcast delves into common misconceptions about getting lean, discussing the duration of getting lean, and the impact of alcohol on the process. The hosts provide insights and practical advice for navigating these misconceptions. The conversation delves into the role of nutrition in physique development, managing progress stalls in a deficit, maintaining motivation during a cut, managing hunge...

The podcast episode begins with an introduction and excitement for the upcoming guest. The episode then transitions into the guest introduction and a cultural exchange, highlighting diverse international perspectives and the theme of 'actions speak louder than words.' The conversation delves into the journey of coaching, the impact of personal experience on coaching style, the importance of meetin...

The podcast episode begins with an introduction and preview of the guest, Alex Gates. Alex joins the conversation and shares his personal background, transition to coaching and education, and his experience at UP. The intensity of coaching at UP is discussed, highlighting the rigorous training and initiation process. The conversation delves into the extreme training experience at UP, emphasizing t...

The conversation delves into the challenges of coaching, the impact of industry standards, and the problem with cookie cutter coaches. It highlights the importance of ongoing learning and development, the misconception of coaching as a lucrative and easy job, and the significance of performance and retention in coaching. Additionally, it addresses the normalization of short-term results in coachin...

The podcast episode begins with a catch-up on the hosts' recent activities and health status. It then delves into Emmet's weekend, his new PE role, training and diet, a discussion about zodiac signs, and Donal's car troubles. The conversation covers routine disruption, health, recovery, and various personal experiences. The conversation covers an eventful start to the weekend, preparation for the...

The conversation covers a weekend recap, barber woes, bodybuilding competitions, training plans, the introduction to flexible dieting and its misuse, meal planning and flexibility in nutrition, and the merit of simpler and blander foods. Key takeaways include the importance of skill and knowledge in flexible dieting, the significance of high-quality, whole foods, the impact of hyper-palatable food...

Donal and Emmet discuss the impact of genetics on athletic performance and physique development, emphasizing the role of genetics in bodybuilding, strongman competitions, and other sports. They explore the influence of genetics on muscle structure, shape, separation, and fat distribution, as well as the rate of muscle growth. The conversation also delves into the importance of consistency, effort,...

The conversation begins with an introduction to the bodybuilding review, followed by a discussion on the quality of competitors and an overview of the show. The impact of posing on competition results is then explored, highlighting its importance in determining the overall package of a competitor. The conversation delves into the importance of conditioning and practice in bodybuilding, the changes...