The Tier 1 Coaching Podcast

Most people assume the Reserve route into the Royal Marines is the "easier" path. But here's the truth nobody talks about... In this episode Henry, Royal Marine Commando and one of the athletes I coached through his journey breaks down what it's actually like training and serving as a Reservist. We get into: What the Reserve pathway actually demands physically and mentally How training as a Reserv...

Every setback hits hard in the moment, but it can also become the very thing that sharpens you, teaches you, and builds the next version of you. In this episode, we unpack how to turn failure, frustration, injury, rejection, or life’s unexpected punches into fuel for growth. Because the comeback does not happen by chance. It happens when you choose to learn, adapt, and keep moving forward. Your se...

Most recruits don't fail recruit training because they're unfit. They fail because nobody trained their mind the same way they trained their body. In this conversation, I walk and talk with Chris — mental performance coach and mindset expert — to break down why "go, go, go" without "slow, slow, slow" is the reason so many recruits burn out before they even earn their Green Beret.

Training hard is only half the battle. In this episode, we break down how to fuel properly for arduous training, endurance events and high-output performance, so you don’t cramp, crash or fall short when it matters most.

To get something you've never had. You've got to do something you've never done...

The higher the mountain, the thinner the path, and the narrower the air. This line his was never just about Scafell. This is about life, business, training, leadership, and the standards required to keep climbing when things get harder. At the bottom, everyone talks. Everyone says they want the goal. Everyone says they’re willing to do the work. But the higher you climb, the fewer people remain. T...

From Royal Navy to Navy Commando. In this episode, I sit down with Dhillon, who we had been working with on the Tier 1 Pathway , to talk through his journey of earning the Green Beret after passing the All Arms Commando Course . We dive into the preparation, the challenges of the course, and what it really takes to make the step into the Commando Forces . If you’re aspiring to earn the Green Beret...

Earning a Green Beret isn’t about motivation. It’s about habits. In this episode, I break down the exact habit system that builds Royal Marines Commandos — the daily standards, non-negotiables, and behaviours that separate the few who earn it from the many who don’t. We’re talking: Why discipline beats motivation every time The small daily habits that create elite physical and mental resilience Ho...

In this raw and deeply personal episode, I take you behind the miles of my 6 Ultras in 6 Days challenge — a journey that tested me far beyond the physical. From the euphoric highs to the crushing lows, I’ll share the untold moments that shaped this experience: the pain, the purpose behind why I ran, and the dark truths I’ve never spoken about publicly… until now. This isn’t just a story about endu...

What does it really take to develop the mental resilience of a Royal Marines Commando? In this episode, we break down the mindset behind the Green Beret - what it means to operate under pressure, control emotion in chaos, and push far beyond your limits.  Drawing from real-world military experience, we’ll touch on the tools, habits, and frameworks used by the elite to stay calm, focused, and relen...

A MUST LISTEN: In this episode, I break down the five biggest lessons I wish I knew before starting Royal Marines Recruit Training. From physical prep to mindset, these insights are hard-earned and brutally honest. If you’re serious about passing out strong—not just surviving training—this is a must-listen.

Yes team, In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why Tier 1 Coaching exists and the impact we’re delivering through the Tier 1 Pathway. I’m taking you back to my days as a Royal Marines Physical & Exercise Training Instructor — from leading troops through the grueling 36-week training pipeline to rebuilding broken recruits in Parker Hall. I witnessed firsthand how unqualified ‘milita...

In this episode, I take you through my personal journey from everyday civilian life to earning the green beret and becoming a Royal Marine Commando. I share the motivations behind my decision, the challenges I faced during training, and the mindset shifts that shaped me into who I am today. Whether you're thinking about joining the military or just curious about the transformation it takes, this e...

Forged through adversity is my journey from civilian life to day 1 of Royal Marines training. This podcast is for those who refuse to settle, push past limits, and strive for the mindset and resilience needed to reach the elite. Tune in as I share the highs, lows, and key lessons that played a major role in shaping who I am today and how I operate.