The Coaches Lounge

Should gym members expect air conditioning? In today’s episode we discuss one of the biggest gym debates… If members are paying monthly memberships, should air conditioning be standard? Topics: 🏋️ Does membership price change expectations? 🌡️ Is ventilation enough? 💰 What are members actually paying for? 🔥 Does heat make training worse? 🏢 Commercial gyms vs independent gyms Where do you stand?...

Should personal trainers look fit? In this episode of The Coach’s Lounge, we discuss one of the most controversial questions in fitness…👉 Can an overweight PT still be a great coach? We discuss:Does appearance matter? Knowledge vs physical resultsCredibility in coachingCan someone coach what they don’t currently live? What clients actually care aboutThis one divided opinions 👀👇 Let us know:Woul...

In this episode of The Coach’s Lounge, we get into one of fitness’ biggest debates…👉 How much do genetics actually matter? We discuss:Genetics and athletic performanceDifferent body types and training responsesCultural differences around fitnessWhether people rely too much on genetics as an explanationBuilding muscle, losing fat and long-term progressWhat matters more: genetics or consistency? Th...

What fitness advice is actually true… and what’s complete nonsense? In this episode of The Coach’s Lounge, we break down and debunk some of the biggest gym myths people still believe in today. We discuss:* Spot reduction & belly fat myths* “You must eat every 2 hours”* Do carbs make you fat?* Training to failure myths* Women getting “too bulky”* Fasted cardio* Fat burners & fitness scams*...

Are gyms, group classes and personal trainers charging too little? In this episode of The Coach’s Lounge, we discuss one of the biggest problems in the fitness industry today…👉 Pricing. We break down:* Why gym memberships have become so cheap* Are personal trainers undervaluing themselves?* The real value of coaching* Why people hesitate to invest in fitness* The difference between cheap and qual...

Do certain ethnicities have better genetics for fitness and muscle building? In Part 2 of this episode of The Coach’s Lounge, we get into one of the most debated topics in fitness…👉 Genetics, culture and supplements. We discuss:South Asian genetics in fitnessBlack genetics and athletic performanceCultural differences in fitness mindsetsThe love/hate relationship within South Asian communitiesWhet...

This is the real story behind Engineered Muscle. In this episode of The Coach’s Lounge, we sit down with the founder of Engineered Muscle to talk about the struggles, adversity and mindset behind building a supplement company from the ground up. We discuss:Growing up and early life strugglesMental health battlesHis wife’s cancer journeyBuilding a business during difficult timesWhat adversity teach...

This is one of the most real conversations we’ve ever had. In this episode of The Coach’s Lounge, we sit down with the Swench guys to talk about fatherhood, life, and the moments that truly shape you as a man. We discuss:* The impact of losing a child and how it changes everything* The toughest moment in both Scott and Troy’s lives* How fatherhood has transformed our mindset and priorities* Raisin...

What is the real cost of steroids? In this episode of The Coach’s Lounge (Part 1), we sit down with special guest Scott from Swench to talk about something rarely discussed in fitness…👉 Fertility after PED use. Scott shares his personal experience of coming off performance-enhancing drugs and the reality of what it took to restore his fertility — including a £12,000–£15,000 medical process. We br...

How do you actually get visible abs? How do dads stay disciplined with training? Can you train through pain and injuries intelligently? In this episode of The Coach’s Lounge, we answer your Instagram fitness questions and get into some honest conversation around:How to really train abs properlyThe truth about getting visible absStaying disciplined as a fatherManaging injuries while still progressi...

s Diamond Gym the hardest gym in the world? In this episode of The Coach’s Lounge we react to the viral training methods made famous by Hadi Choopan, Unk, and athletes visiting Diamond Gym. No water. No stopping reps. No excuses. But is this elite mental conditioning… or unnecessary punishment? We break down:What true training to failure actually meansOur thoughts on Diamond Gym’s brutal rulesWhet...

We all have that voice in our head — the one that doubts, overthinks, and holds us back. In this episode, we have a real conversation about the internal battles people face every day. From self-doubt to discipline, we break down how that voice can either control you… or push you forward. We discuss: • The negative voice in your head • Self-doubt and overthinking • Discipline vs emotion • How minds...

The idea of the “perfect body” has never been more visible — or more misleading. With plastic surgery, social media, and influencer culture shaping how people see fitness, the question is… are we actually moving further away from real health? In this episode, we discuss: • The rise of plastic surgery in fitness culture • Unrealistic body standards on social media • The pressure to look a certain w...

We brought in Coach Jace — a respected coach who has worked with IFBB Olympian pros and lifestyle clients — for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had. In this episode, we break down the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to fat loss, muscle gain, and coaching expectations. We discuss: • Why most clients fail at fat loss and muscle gain • The difference between lifestyle clients an...

Fitness in 2026 looks very different from what it used to be. With AI coaching, wearable gadgets, supplement trends, and influencer culture dominating the industry, the question is — are these things actually improving people's health and performance, or making things worse? In this episode we discuss: • AI in fitness coaching • Wearables and tracking gadgets • The role of supplements in moder...

Who has it harder when trying to become an athlete — someone who is overweight, or someone who is naturally skinny? In this episode we break down one of the most interesting debates in fitness. Both body types face completely different challenges when trying to become stronger, faster, and more athletic. We discuss:• The struggles overweight people face when starting fitness• The challenges skinny...

The Arnold Sports Festival always brings huge moments — but this year sparked a lot of debate. In this episode we break down: • The controversy surrounding Martin Fitzwater and sportsmanship • Whether Sam Sulek was truly ready for the stage • The pressure young athletes face in bodybuilding • The overall Arnold Sports Festival experience • Whether the Arnold is actually worth attending This is an...

In this episode, Rahi opens up about his journey from overweight to fit — including the food habits, lifestyle choices, and funny stories from when he was at his heaviest. From his old “curry diet” to the turning point that made him change, this is a real and honest conversation about transformation, discipline, and learning from past habits. We talk about: • What his diet used to look like • The...

Does your body fat percentage actually determine how fit you are? Or have we become too obsessed with numbers instead of performance, strength, and health? In this episode of The Coaches Lounge, we break down the truth about body fat %, aesthetics vs performance, and whether chasing a lower number is always the right move. We discuss how body composition impacts athleticism, health, confidence, an...

Do you have to be in shape to become a personal trainer? This is one of the most debated topics in the fitness industry. Should a PT look the part? Does being shredded mean you’re more knowledgeable? Or can someone who isn’t in peak shape still be an effective coach? In this episode we discuss:• Does appearance equal competence?• The difference between knowledge and personal discipline• Client per...

Ramadan is coming — and many people in the fitness industry make the same mistakes every year. In this episode, we break down Ramadan prep using a risk vs reward approach. From training intensity to diet choices, sleep, and recovery, we talk honestly about what’s worth doing during Ramadan — and what can actually do more harm than good. We discuss:• How to prepare physically for Ramadan• Training...

This episode is about more than training — it’s about food habits, fatherhood, and raising healthy kids in a world full of snacks and bad habits. We talk about:• Snacking and how it affects adults and children• Simon’s first ever doubles tie-ups competition• Becoming a parent and leading by example• How to teach your child to eat healthier• How to encourage fitness without forcing it• Building dis...

Can you tell your wife she’s gaining weight — without damaging your marriage? In this episode, we talk honestly about one of the most uncomfortable relationship topics. Is honesty always the best policy? Where is the line between concern and disrespect? And how should couples actually approach conversations about health, weight, and attraction? We discuss: • Should a husband ever mention weight ga...

Luke Littler has been called the best teenage athlete in the world — but is he actually an athlete? In this discussion, we break down:• What makes someone an athlete• Luke Littler’s skills and athletic demands• Darting vs traditional athleticism• Can esports/precision sports count as athletic?• What the fitness community thinks

Steroids are one of the most controversial topics in fitness — but is using them actually cheating? And would we ever take them ourselves? In this clip from The Coaches Lounge, we give our honest opinions on performance-enhancing drugs, natural vs enhanced physiques, and where the line really sits in modern fitness. We talk about ethics, expectations, honesty in the industry, and why this conversa...