JPS Health and Fitness

In this episode, Jacob and Coach Blake dive into one of the biggest challenges in coaching—adherence. They break down what adherence really means, why clients struggle to stick to plans, and how coaches can respond when things go off track. From under-reporting food intake to handling clients who never start (or stop following) their plan, this episode is packed with practical tools and strategies...

In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Nick from Cede Nullis Psychology on all things athlete and performance! Topics discussed include: Athlete identity What are the signs that someone may struggle with their identity as an athlete? How do you define “thriving under pressure” from a psychological and performance standpoint? The role of routine in improving performance Why do some people...

In this podcast, Martin and Josh discuss nutrition myths; where do myths originate, why do they spread like wildfire, and how can we combat them? This is a jam packed podcast with heaps of content that will have you thinking.

In this podcast, Martin and Josh discuss nutrition myths; where do myths originate, why do they spread like wildfire, and how can we combat them? This is a jam packed podcast with heaps of content that will have you thinking.

In this roundtable, Martin speaks to Dr. Gregory Haff, author of numerous books on periodization including "Periodization : Theory and Methodology of Training" and "Scientific Foundations and Practical Applications of Periodization"

This month Jacob is joined by Dr Mike 2nd, a full time NHS GP and educator with an interest in mental health, lifestyle and behaviour change. Making him the perfect candidate for this months Roundtable where we explore all things mental health and how it relates to the fitness world.

https://media.blubrry.com/jps_health_fitness/content.blubrry.com/jps_health_fitness/GMT20250224-213933_Recording.m4a In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob and Brian discuss the highly frustrating nature of training plateaus. Topics discussed include: Defining a plateau in the context of hypertrophy Physiological stalls Training progression (rate of gain based on experience) - realistic rates o...

In this podcast, Martin and Jacob cover mindset around training and how to get the most out of your workouts by mastering your mental game. Topics discussed include: Our clients mindset struggles during training; Nocebo and placebo; Workout rituals and routines; and Much more

Jacob is joined by long time gym pal and strength coach Alex Hayes to discuss all things strength. With a long history personally and professionally working with strength athletes through powerlifting, Alex has a deep understanding of strength training. From what it is, how we develop it and how to measure it. These guys know strength and you will too!

This months roundtable Martin and Jacob and joined by the resident cardio king, Luke Twyford, to cover all things cardio. From healthier hearts and mortality to being a handy tool for fat loss!

In this months Roundtable, Jacob and Martin are joined by Brandon Kempter to discuss genetics in fitness. Brandons experience coaching over the years affords a wealth of knowledge on the subject. Thanks to the internet many have become experts on what is attainable physically, naturally or otherwise, and we very frequently hear genetics come up. Find out more and take a deep dive with us!

This month's Education Portal Roundtable features Dr Mike Banna. Dr Mike is a general practitioner who has heavily invested in his own health and is working hard on bridging the gap between the fitness industry and medical world. This episode is centered around stress, from understanding the phenomena and its implications on our wellbeing right through to some practical considerations on how we ca...

In this month's Roundtable, Jacob and Martin are joined by Anthony Viglione from the Movement Institute. Anthony has extensive experience working with injured athletes and works closely with the JPS team in managing their clients and collaborating through the rehab process to ensure the best outcomes can be achieved. This episode covers the difference between injuries vs pain, loading internally v...

In this month's Roundtable, Jacob is fortunate to be joined by the one and only, Lyle McDonald, a renowned author and prolific figure in the fitness industry. They cover the sex differences between men and women and what this means in the fitness domain, as well as how female physiology influences training response and the implications of the menstrual cycle on training for women.

This month Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Sports Psych and ex-physique competitor, Dr Melissa Moore to discuss the do's and don'ts of contest prep. There are many benefits that pursuing bodybuilding and physique preparation can empart on an individual, but the journey is not without its fair share of sacrifice and adversities. Being informed before buying into a contest prep is the first step o...

Welcome back to the Roundtable. This episode is hosted by Mack Baker and joined by Sam Schepis and Martin Refalo to discuss body composition. We clarify some key points relating to general fitness goals and how these relate to body composition, the additional health benefits of pursuing body composition improvements, how we can reframe these goals and some key tips from each of the guys for coache...

Welcome back to yet another Roundtable brought to you by the Edu Portal team. This time Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by none other than Brian Minor of 3DMJ, to discuss navigating slip ups. As we all know and have more than likely experienced, slip ups happen. So how do we not only minimise their impact on our progress but use these to our advantage?

In this first Roundtable of 2024, Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by the prolific Dr Mike Israetel of Rennaisance Periodization. The guys are together to discuss fitness in the New Year. We know that the new year is often a great time to reset and reevaluate our fitness goals, to start a new challenge or even continue with a long term goal. Watch this as you enter the new year and set yourself up f...

This month, as we head into the festive period, the guys sit down with Anna Wish to chat about social eating over the festive season. While there is no one size fits all and everyone will have different priorities, the team provides some valuable considerations on how you can navigate eating out and special occasions.

This months Roundtable features Luke Tulloch, a well known coach and educator who has a wealth of experience in the trenches. Everyone faces challenges in pursuit for their health, training, diet and physique goals. Having a plan for optimal is standard practice for coaches and enthusiasts alike, but what do we do when something challenges, disrupts or derails the plan? Watch to find out more!

In this month's Roundtable, the EduPortal team take to the topic of coaching. More specifically, the role of the coach and how they can drive and influence the outcomes of their clients, be it positive or negative. Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Josh Smith, a reputable online coach and mentor who is well known for promoting a client-centered approach to coaching compared to some of the more "ma...

n this months Roundtable, Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Laurin Conlin. Laurin is a highly regarded physique coach and competitor in her own rights, holding many accolades and titles. These three each bring a unique perspective to the conversation around fat loss, and try to tackle a number of contentious points!

In this podcast Mackenzie and Martin are joined by Shannon Beer to discuss body image. This is a very hot and contentious topic in the modern fitness world and this conversation is not one to be missed.

For this month's roundtable, Luke and Mackenzie are joined by behaviour change expert, Dr. Gary Mendoza. The team discusses why understanding the concept of behaviour change is vital knowledge for coaches and fitness enthusiasts when achieving lasting results for themselves or their clients, before outlining some of the key models within the literature which can be used to initiate and support beh...

In this months roundtable Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Angus Bradley for a deep dive on the subject of programming and program design. As the common saying goes, "Fail to plan, and you plan to fail". This will provide plenty of insight to help you better structure your journey!