The Alan Williams Podcast

People will say “I just want to lose a few pounds.” But in reality it always goes much deeper than that. This episode explores what’s really going on when career overachievers ask me for help with their fitness goals. Everything from losing trust in themselves to overworking as a distraction. Here are some of the most common things my best clients experience and how they overcome those challenges.

As we head towards the end of 2024 we have a huge cohort of clients who are starting to reflect on an enormously successful fitness year. In this week’s podcast I dissect WHY these guys have been so successful and what they do differently to the 95% who won’t have achieved the goals they mapped out in January 2024. If you want to take control of your body, fitness and health forever then this week...

Reflecting back on my training journey….I really hadn’t a clue when I started out. I made so many mistakes and I learned quite a few lessons the hard way. I’ve put 5 of my biggest lessons into this week’s podcast so you can shortcut your success and avoid making the same mistakes I did. This podcast will be invaluable if you’ve started training but aren’t seeing the results you want from it.

I work with career over-achievers….people who have created great careers/business but have sacrificed their health or body to get there. One of the biggest issues they have re fitness goals is Time. They just don’t have enough of it! As a career overachiever myself, I’ve been there! So in this week’s podcast I’ve put together my top 5 productivity hacks that will allow you to take your business/ca...

It might be surprising to hear that many people who are excelling in their career struggle to hit the same heights with their fitness goals. With the stresses and pressures of career, self-sabotaging fitness goals is all too common as we search for comfort away from the office. This podcast episode will help you end that cycle forever and assist you in bringing your fitness standards to the levels...

My life is not perfect. But I’m very grateful for the life I lead. I’ve got a business I love. Clients I love working with. And I’ve got a freedom that most people never experience. Prioritising my health & fitness is one of the things that has helped me to thrive in business and other areas. In this episode I share key insights into how I created the life I dreamed of, and how you can too.

Follow this simple 5 step process to lose your first 5lbs effortlessly. No fluff. Straight to the point with exactly what you need to get results coming in.

Mike Finnegan developed a love for fitness from a young age. In his early years GAA was his love, representing Kerry at all underage grades. In this episode Mike and I disect one of the most common things we've observed among society....the normalisation of operating with low energy levels. This episode is full of gold on how to raise your energy levels which, in turn, will radically improve the q...

Have you been trying to get in shape for a very long time, but never quite getting there? Making a start, but sliding back again just as quickly? You've probably only really thought about nutrition and training. But ACTUALLY there's a bigger factor. And it's the one that 95% of people overlook. This episode of the podcast will shine a light on that missing variable.

* Mindset around these occasions. * Learning not to beat yourself up for enjoying your holidays. * Tactics around how to keep those holidays under control. * HOW to draw a line under an occasion, and move forward.

As human beings we tend to gravitate towards what we're good at. The areas we're strong in, and the areas we feel comfortable and confident in. That's not a bad thing. Until it is. When does it become a problem? When we use it as a distraction to avoid facing other areas of our life that really need work. I've done this myself in the past. I've also worked with many business owners, or career-driv...

In this episode, Alan speaks about the correlation between energy and business success. He explores the thought process of why most business owners think that continuing to prioritise business over all else will bring success, but it's actually holding back the business in the long run. When you're thriving, your business is thriving. Fast cash might be appealing in the short term. But without you...

Do you find yourself chasing your tail when it comes to your fitness goals? Business/career is demanding, and you just don't have enough hours in the day? You end up up stressed and/or low in energy? Which eventually filters over into work, family life and relationships. You want to give your health & fitness more attention but you just don't have time? Well this episode of the podcast is for you.

Do you consistently focus on negatives and/or worst case scenarios? Many people create an unwanted self-fulfilling prophecy without even being aware they're doing it. This episode delves into how we can control our state, and the life-changing impacts of doing so.

Is success really success if areas of your life, such as fitness or relationships, are falling down? Having worked with countless business owners Alan has seen a common trend....huge success in business, but major struggles in other areas. Indeed, sometimes business success comes abound as it's easier to distract ourselves with our areas of strength rather than building confidence in the areas tha...

In this episode Alan explores the topics of respectful conflict, the importance of how you treat others and the stories we tell ourselves about why we "can't." All from his own recent experiences.

This episode explores the values and traits required to pull yourself from the point of out of shape, and fed up, to creating massive results. How do successful people respond when their back is against the wall? Getting to the top is hard, but staying there is harder....this episode delves into the secret ingredients that will keep you there.

Alan identifies the top 5 reasons that keeps people from achieving the body, and fitness goals, of their dreams.

In this episode Alan gives an insight into his daily routines and rituals that allow him to protect his energy to drive success in fitness and business. The routines outlined in this recording will change your life when implemented consistently.

To stay truly inspired requires us to reflect on the things we've done well. To celebrate our wins along the way. In this episode Alan asks some thought provoking questions that will set you up for an amazing year. He also discusses some strategies on finding the balance between life and career, to ensure you're thriving in both.

If you've been achieving some big fitness goals, you may be experiencing some anxiety about going backwards over Christmas. It's a busy time of year for high performers...getting everything squared off at work before the break, while also trying to keep the fitness routines ticking along. In this episode of the podcast, Alan shares 5 principles to help you have an amazing Christmas, without undoin...

Johnny Kenny achieved the dream of many young footballers when he signed for Celtic. What's even more impressive is that he was still only 18 years of age when he got that transfer. In this episode of the podcast Johnny gives a great insight into the life of a footballer at one of the biggest clubs in the world. As a current Republic of Ireland U-21 international Johnny also speaks about his pride...

Seperation Season is upon us. The time of year that show us who is really about "lifestyle change" or who just likes the idea of it. In this episode of the podcast, Alan shares his thoughts on how to navigate the Winter months to ensure you're not one of those people feeling horrendous in January. If you want to be one of those who are feeling amazing about themselves at Christmas time, give this...

Jessica Sweeney joined Elevate two years ago. She had gained a lot of weight which had left her low in confidence, struggling with her body image, and experiencing health problems. Today she is 3 stone lighter, and in a completely different place. The old confidence is back. She even got a job promotion, which she puts down to that increased confidence. She's much happier, and more comfortable, in...

Alan Williams Coaching is ten years old. In this episode Alan shares his top 10 lessons learned from those ten years. These life & business lessons will also be very relevant to a weight loss journey. The principles of achievement tend to be the same, whether the goal is fitness, business or life.