Rebuild Health and Fitness Podcast

The social media sphere is one that is rife will bullshit about health - as well as claims that you can get shredded abs in six weeks. There's loads of them, and this week, the boys talk about some social media posts and trends they've seen and what's behind them, as well as misconceptions, misinformation and just poor information that people are putting out there. Got a question or...

Protein is a crucial macronutrient for all humans and there is so much conflicting evidence about ….. So let’s see what the science says How much protein can we absorb? How much protein do I need per day? How much protein do I need in each meal? We answer these questions as well as what are the best protein sources and how much is considered unsafe for you. Get 10% off LSKD apparel: quote REBUILD...

Due to popular demand, the Muscle Nerds are BACK for a third episode. Luke and Zoe founded The Muscle Nerds, a Brisbane-based globally recognised health, wellness and fitness centre, focusing on coaching coaches. They’re as passionate as they are knowledgeable and are bridging the gap between general population clients and elite athletes; all trying to improve their health and wellbeing. This roun...

That phrase 'evidence-based' is one that gets thrown around - we often use it on this podcast. But what is evidence-based science? And how do you discern the fact from the bullshit? This episode, we speak to Andy Bell, a PhD candidate who works in paramedicine and teaches at Griffith University. He's well versed in qualitative versus quantitative research and explains how you can so...

You may be daunted in the supermarket when you're looking at food labels and nutritional content. There are a huge amount of statistics on these labels which can be overwhelming if you don't know what to look at or what matters to you. We break down how to read these labels and what it all means. Plus some tips on how to buy the right protein powder.   Get 10% off LSKD, quote REBUILD at...

At just 24 years old, Chris Chapman was diagnosed with melanoma - an aggressive cancer that had spread into his lymph node.  It brought Chris's whole world crashing down, and made him take stock of his life. Having battled with mental health issues, he's now an advocate for men's mental health, encouraging males to discuss their struggles.  And he's running a half marathon to r...

Are all calories equal? Technically yes but it’s more complex than that.  And when you’re consuming calories - different foods will have different effects on your health.  In this episode we talk about counting calories versus counting macros as well as cheat days and the effect they have on your health results - compared with a re-feed. They’re similar but very different in their approach.  Get 1...

The quarterly ASK US ANYTHING podcast is back. Your questions, we answer.  What are our thoughts on transgendered athletes competing in elite level sports?  What are some of the hurdles we have to work through with nutrition clients?  Should you stretch or foam roll before training? Did Sean choose to do boxing because he knew James would beat him in wrestling?  It's a mixed bag of health and...

If you are working out to lose weight, this is the episode for you. While training definitely has its place in a healthy lifestyle, it's not the be-all if you're looking to lose body fat. This episode we talk about tips for achieving your health goals and how to adapt your mindset to dieting to get better results. Want a 10% discount at LSKD? Click the link here or apply the code REBUILD...

What is overtraining?  Training has myriad benefits and helps you get stronger, fitter, faster and basically makes you harder to kill. But what happens when you train too much? Your body stops functioning like it should.  Exercise has a “dose-response relationship,” meaning the more you work out, the better your performance will be - to a point.  When you reach a certain point, that is - overtrain...

Entering into training or sport can be daunting, and many can overdo it very quickly, fail to nourish their bodies or not get the right stimulus.  How you or your child’s journey begins can set you up for success - or failure. Learn where to start, how to get the most from your efforts and what some common mistakes are.  Follow us @rebuildhealthandfitness on Instagram Check the YouTube channel too...

How should you diet? Where to start? If you're considering starting your journey around nutrition and looking for results, this podcast can help.   How and where you begin can make life easier (or more difficult) depending on the strategies you have in place.  This episode explores how you can set yourself up for success, it gives you equations and starting points no matter how unsure you fee...

"What gets measured gets managed." There's an easy way to get better results - Being objective and quantifying what's next. This episode we discuss the benefits of tracking data and how it can help you in training and nutrition and in every day life.  Follow us @rebuildhealthandfitness on Instagram Check the YouTube channel too. And don't forget, you can get 10% off LSKD w...

Hypertension is rarely talked about in the fitness industry, but is one of the most dangerous conditions for people lifting.  Zoe Knight and Luke Leaman aka The Muscle Nerds coach coaches, and have worked extensively with the general public, coaches, trainers and athletes to optimise their health and performance.  Another episode with so much education that you can action.  Hopefully you’ve alread...

The Muscle Nerds aka Luke Leaman and Zoe Knight have built a globally recognised brand based around education and coaching in the fitness industry. The coaches of coaches, they’re as passionate as they are knowledgeable and are bridging the gap between general population clients and elite athletes; all trying to improve their health and wellbeing. This episode was so epic, we've split it into...

No body is bullet proof, and how you respond to an injury can set you up for a fast recovery or ongoing pain if you don't approach it right. We speak to Rebuild Health and Fitness physiotherapist, Louis Savill about how to manage pain and injuries when they first occur and in the long term. Whether you're an elite athlete who's hurt themselves in a game, or a person managing a longt...

Coronavirus case numbers are exploding around the world, and Australia is no exception. And regardless of whether you're vaccinated or not, the virus can cause issues for you when returning to training. We've seen many of our members and people around the world struggle with the return to the gym, they're happy to be out of isolation but some have gone too hard, too fast, resulting...

He’s run 30 marathons in 30 days, been featured on the world’s tallest tower (Burj Khalifa) and ran 200km on a 400m track over 24 hours (to name a few of his endeavours).  Marcus Smith is a remarkable human and he’s inspiring people by the masses.  An accident gave him a broken shoulder, seven ribs and punctured his left lung. It also taught him invaluable lesson and speaks of his determination, t...

 What does success look like to you when thinking about your health? The picture you imagine for that journey is rarely what it turns out to be. Progress and success are not linear, and it's not a simple journey from A to B. Finding success is something you have to do for yourself, and a path you need to take on your own. Whether you're looking to make gains, drop body fat or establish b...

You've done the dieting thing over and over, tried eliminating foods, cutting calories, meal plans, eating only certain food groups and none if it has worked. WHY? You ask. This podcast can probably answer a few of those questions. This week, we talk about how you can make your dieting more successful in 2022 - quick steps for success, what you can do to make life easier during dieting and ho...

It’s the new year, and you’re probably considering signing up to a gym, personal trainer, nutrition program, or perhaps signing on to some kind of eight-week challenge.  But with all the trainers, programs and challenges out there, how do you decide which ones are legit and which ones are full of shit?  This episode, our coaches outline some of the red flags that will give away a trainer or how to...

It’s the bi-annual Rebuild Health and Fitness podcast ASK US ANYTHING.  Questions from how you get to the next level of fitness, to whether James or Sean has more gainz, or how to get out of your own head when lifting - it’s all here.  Every six months we take to the Rebuild community to crowdsource questions and do our best to answer them, and you may just learn a thing or two.  If you have a bur...

It's that time of year, to look ahead to the new one, and plan, prepare and set goals. Typically people go into the new year full of motivation, but quickly the goals peter out. How do you avoid that? There are simple ways to increase your chances of success - easy ways to ensure you're getting to where you want to be. And now's the time to be thinking ahead, preparing to hit those...

Jared Powell is a senior physiotherapist and PHD candidate at Bond University, a business owner, health educator and is better known on social media as the Shoulder Physio, where he shares his knowledge and humour about health and physiotherapy with his 50k+ followers.  On this episode, we discuss with Jared  some common physiology myths, hear his thoughts on the industry as a whole and learn more...

SURVIVING SILLY SEASON. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also a stressful one for many people, scared they will lose all they have worked for.  And we are here to tell you, it’s a time to enjoy yourself.  Nothing you can do in these next weeks will hijack your results completely. But we can also offer some quick tips to help you feel stronger, happier and more resilient throughou...