RNT Fitness Radio

Every quarter, I sit down and reflect on how the previous three months have gone in all aspects of my life. This reflection is less of a hard data review, but more of a check in with myself as to what I've learnt, what's been good, and what I need to improve on. It's always a fun activity, and usually involves looking back on the entire quarter's calendar, to-do's, journal entries, just to get a f...

We've hit the double century at RNT Fitness Radio, and I want to say a massive thank you to everyone who has supported this show since the beginning, it really does mean a lot and I can't wait for the next 100! To celebrate this special milestone, I'm bringing on my better half, partner in crime, and soon to be wife, Chandni. The belief and support she gives me in everything I do never ceases to a...

Welcome to episode 199 of RNT Fitness Radio where I am joined by two close friends, Shyam Kotecha and Minil Patel, to discuss some of the lessons and experiences we've accumulated since we started training together in 2010. Shyam was the first person I ever helped in this game, and Minil wasn't too far after him in time. Both have since been privy to my biggest experiments and training ideas, that...

This episode is a bit different to the norm, in that I'm thrown into the interview seat by fellow team members Ed & Ivan, to discuss questions such as: what is my biggest regret, how do I deal with external criticism, how did I know this path was for me, what do I still want to achieve physically, and how I balance building a business with my relationships. This was a fun one to record, and it wen...

On this episode of #RNTFitnessRadio I am joined by long-term member, Ricky Shah, who to this day, is still the most impressive physical starting point I have seen on an application form. At the start of my book, I say: getting in shape is easy, staying in shape is a whole different ball game. Ricky knew this so decided to come to us for one reason, and for what we are best at: to learn how to stay...

I started this podcast asking the team, what gets you up in the morning? And understanding, at the core of it, why do we do this. The episode evolved into one of my favourite conversations of late, where we explored our own personal dopamine and serotonin balances in the day, the differences in introverts and extroverts, and what the latest strategies we're tinkering with in our days to optimise m...

On today's episode I'm joined by long-term student, Kishan Patel, who comes on to share two years of his journey with us, and how he used the physical as the vehicle to overcome his anxiety, and come off the relevant meds, take his career to the next level and take massive strides in his relationships. The big message here is the need to take ownership and responsibility for your journey at all ti...

Knowing if you're in a real plateau when pursuing fat loss, strength, and/or muscle mass can be difficult, so in this episode, we dive into all the questions you need to ask yourself to know if you're in a plateau or not, and most importantly, to learn how exactly to navigate past them. So whether you're chasing the last bits of fat loss or pushing the limits on muscle growth, there are a lot of g...

If you love coffee, you're in for a treat in this episode, as I'm joined by the Alex Higham and Alex Manos from Exhale Coffee, to talk all about the wonderful properties of coffee; from the benefits, the watch outs, the subtleties in how it's formed, the best ways to prepare it, and all the intricate science that goes with it. If you want to geek out on coffee, you're in the right place. And if yo...

This episode with the team and I was sparked by a chat on the rise of recreational steroid use, which led to us exploring the pros and cons of testosterone replacement therapy, or better known as TRT, before diving into the signs of healthy hormonal profiles, the drivers behind them, and why deloads may play a useful part in it all. This is very much a fly on the wall episode where we touch on a t...

On this episode of RNT Fitness Radio, the team and I discuss the big question: should women train differently to men? And if so, how? We discuss all the variables of training that we need to consider in order to maximise your time spent training. It's important to remember though that these are the cherries on top of the icing on the cake, so listen on with that in mind. We finish up on the nutrit...

The journey of the Self is often limited only to the spiritual world. Whereby you can only find yourself in spiritual exploration.   Yet, a closer look at the world's most timeless scriptures teaches something else: that the body/physical is the vehicle. Deep within, it explains how breaking the rules of physical self-care prevents you from authentically engaging in deeper practices.  The change i...

In the next instalment of our #SupplementSeries, we dissect some of the most popular health supplements, from multivits, vitamin C and D, probiotics and omegas. Throughout, we consider whether you actually need them, when they may be useful, common mistakes, best practices and also dietary considerations if vegan or vegetarian. We also touch on how to spot the BS with supplements, and where some o...

In the next instalment of our #SupplementSeries, we discuss the truth about pre workouts, why they may work, and what's in them that may be causing it, before diving into all things aminos. We talk BCAAs, EAAs, and whether they're worth taking, as well as the strong placebo effect that could be at play in some circumstances. We then shift gears to dive into the most scientifically researched suppl...

In a new series dedicated to breaking down all the myths around supplements, we kick it off by dissecting all things protein powders, from whey, to casein to plant-based, and understanding the intricacies behind each, and why they're useful. We discuss why you may have problems digesting certain powders, the role of sweeteners, thickeners and fillers, as well as when protein bars are ever actually...

Once you hit the so-called plateau with your loading in the gym, it's important not to knee jerk and change programmes. In this latest episode of #AuthenticAF we dive into specific progression models to use to amplify your gains, with topics such as reverse pyramids, undulating periodisation and recycling strategies all covered. If you're looking for an edge in your training, this one is going to...

Picking the right weight, knowing how to progress with it, and how to then make changes in the future is one of the most important aspects of training progression. What's more is the ability to learn through trial and error how certain movement patterns work for you, the specific rep ranges, and what may be most underrated of all: your buy-in to a specific type of training. Tune into the latest ep...

Are Michael Phelps, Tiger Woods and Usain Bolt the best in the world because of their make up, or their nurturing? Is it a coincidence that so many of the world's biggest technology companies started in or near Silicon Valley? Are you stuck in a fixed mindset, or are you seeking every opportunity to grow? Find out the answers in today's episode, let us dive in. "Genetics loads the gun; environment...

Ever heard of Mukbang? If you haven't, then I'm assuming you're going to Google it now, or after some of the stories we share on this episode, you'll definitely be doing your research. In this episode of #AuthenticAF, we talk about the crazy rise of the sexualisation of food and competitive eating, and what it's doing to our psychology. We also dive deep into why you must take ownership of your ow...

Happy New Year to everyone, I hope you all had an amazing Christmas period and are recharged and ready for what I hope to be a much less of a rollercoaster ride compared to the unpredictable nature of 2020. We're kicking it off with another instalment of #AuthenticAF, and this one is all about the interesting links between psychology and physiology, training technique and injuries. We started off...

The final episode of 2020 and this one is a big one for my 4th solo episode where I cover my top 10 things learnt throughout the year. It's been a year full of growth, and hopefully a few of my insights can help you in some form heading into 2021. I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who's supported the journey, tuned in through the year, and helped spread the mission of using the phy...

On this episode I'm joined by RNTer Poonam Patel, who's been on an incredible journey whereby she's shed the skin of her old self to transform into a new woman with a new behaviour, mindset and identity. Losing near 30kg en route to her checkpoint, consolidating well and investing while using the physical as the vehicle, Poonam embodies everything about our transformation ethos, and is why I alway...

I've been wanting to write this for about two years. With 2020 drawing to a close, it was the perfect opportunity to reflect on what's quite frankly, a dire industry to be a part of. With so much potential for good, I've had enough of seeing the cowboy nature of an industry that's screaming for accountability and education. I don't expect this to be popular, but it's the raw truth. If you feel tri...

On the final episode of #AuthenticAF before Christmas, we talk all about the wonderful fat loss benefits of grapefruit oil, how to gain 3 inches in four weeks, and other ludacris claims spouted by some of the most popular magazines out there at the moment. We then dive more into realistic rates of muscle gain, how to keep performance at the forefront of your mind during building phases, and why ga...

This is a special episode where I'm joined by the first ever member of RNT, Karan Joshi, who after coming initially to get into shape for an Ibiza trip, has since embarked on a journey in the past 3.5 years that has seen him transform, evolve and build a lifestyle solution. In this episode we discuss how the company has evolved since it's inception, the ways to approach each of the five phases, an...