The Fit2 Perform Podcast

You think you’re doing all the “right” stuff, but your body might be working against you. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan uncover the  hidden sabotagers  that stop performers from making real strength gains, even when they’re training hard and showing up consistently. This one is all about why strength stalls, why progress feels fragile, and what actually needs fix...

Today’s guest is the brilliant Heather Scott-Martin, a multi-talented performer and creative whose career spans the West End, major UK tours, choreography, presenting and more. Heather trained at The BRIT School and Bird College, graduating with First Class Honours in Dance and Theatre Performance. As a performer, she’s appeared in  Singin’ in the Rain ,  Mamma Mia! ,  Annie ,  Joseph and the Amaz...

That strange, stretchy bit of time between Christmas and New Year. The days blur, the chocolate is still flowing, and no one knows what day it is. Welcome to  The Gooch of the Year . In this end-of-year episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan sit right in that in-between space to  reflect on 2025 , unpack the lessons, wins, and wobble moments, and look ahead to  what 2026 could be...

Chestnuts roasting, prosecco flowing, shows still running. It’s the most wonderful and most exhausting time of the year. So how do you enjoy Christmas without undoing all your hard work in the gym, on stage, or in the mirror? In this festive episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down how to  protect your performance, your body, and your sanity  through the Christmas period...

Here are 5 training tricks you’ve probably ignored, but might be the secret sauce your body’s been waiting for. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down  five muscle-building hacks  that sound a bit wild, slightly questionable, and definitely unconventional… yet they actually work when used properly. Some of these are backed by science, some are backed by experie...

“You train, sleep, eat… but little habits you don’t even notice could be tanking your testosterone (and your overall hormonal balance). Let’s expose them.” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan dig into the everyday mistakes that quietly disrupt  testosterone and hormonal health , and why this matters massively for performers. This is not about extreme biohacks or supple...

“You’ve got great workouts and meal plans, but if your stress, mood, or emotional habits are hijacking your system, nothing changes.” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan tackle a topic that’s often overlooked in fitness conversations but hugely influential for performers:  the emotional and psychological drivers of body composition . Because fat loss, muscle gain, and...

Today’s guest is a force. Leo Oliva is an actor, writer, producer and former ER nurse whose career has taken him from Hollywood sets to Shakespearean stages. You’ve seen him in  NCIS: LA ,  The Last Ship ,  Scorpion ,  I Love Dick  and most recently  The Gentlemen  on Netflix. He’s worked alongside Danny Glover, collaborated with Morena Baccarin and John Noble, and holds an MFA from LAMDA where he...

When shows, travel, late nights and odd hours take over, how do you keep your body from unravelling? In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down exactly how performers can stay strong, mobile and energised when life turns into a whirlwind of rehearsals, check-ins, get-outs, trains, planes, buses, hotels and eight show weeks. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about s...

You’re doing it 20,000 times a day, but most people are doing it wrong. Breath might just be your biggest untapped performance tool. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan explore the often-overlooked power of  breathing techniques  in enhancing both  vocal  and  physical performance . Whether you’re belting on stage, dancing full out, or lifting in the gym, your breath i...

In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , we’re joined by the brilliant  Gabriela Gregorian  – a performer whose journey started in childhood and continues to evolve on stage and online. From early roles in  Billy Elliot  and  Pendragon  to credits in  Shrek the Musical ,  Half a Sixpence ,  Top Hat , and  A Knight’s Tale , Gabriela’s stage career is packed with variety and versatility. We al...

You’re only as strong as the muscles you’re  not  training. And those are usually the ones keeping you injury-free. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down the science and strategy behind  injury prevention for performers  — and why strengthening the smaller, stabilising muscles might be the most important training you’re not doing. Whether you’re dancing, lifti...

You track weight lifted, reps, and steps, but those numbers only tell half the story. What if your  mindset, perception, and internal state  are the real reason your progress has stalled? In this thought-provoking episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan explore how shifting your focus from  pure output  to  true performance  can transform not just how you train, but how your body...

From  Miss Dance  winner to West End powerhouse to Hollywood screen star, Yasmin Harrison’s journey is nothing short of epic. She lit up the stage in the original casts of  Memphis  and  The Bodyguard Musical , before being handpicked by  Sir Kenneth Branagh  for  The Entertainer , later joining him on screen in  Murder on the Orient Express . Since then, Yasmin has carved out a major career in fi...

Butterflies before the show are completely normal… but if anxiety is stealing your spark on stage, it’s time to take back control. In this empowering episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan dive deep into the science and psychology of performance anxiety—and share practical tools to help you build true  mental resilience . Whether you’re stepping into an audition room, onto a West...

From Nottingham to Broadway,  Grace Hodgett-Young  is one of musical theatre’s brightest new stars. After training at Mountview, Grace made a stunning West End debut as  Betty Schaeffer  in  Sunset Boulevard , a performance that earned her an  Olivier Award nomination  and the  WhatsOnStage Award for Best Debut . She quickly followed with the role of  Eurydice  in  Hadestown , before reprising Bet...

Your brain is 75% water. So if you’re feeling slow, sore, or snappy in rehearsal… you might just be thirsty. The truth is, even mild dehydration can tank your focus, your stamina, and your stage presence. In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan unpack the  hidden role hydration plays in peak performance , and why staying on top of your fluids could be the simplest (and mos...

This week, Bobby and Steffan are joined by the incredible  Raffaella Covino , retired performer turned mental health trailblazer and founder of  Applause for Thought . After a  13 year career  spanning the  West End ,  UK , and  international  stages, Raffaella hung up her performance shoes to take on something even bigger: improving the mental health landscape of the performing arts industry. Her...

“You’re not lazy — you’re under-recovered. Poor sleep is killing your gains, your memory, and your mood on stage.” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan dig into the critical relationship between  sleep and performance . From recovery and focus to mood and memory, quality sleep is the ultimate performance enhancer—yet it’s often the first thing performers sacrifice. Talk...

From school choirs in Neath to some of the biggest opera stages in Europe… this week’s guest is the extraordinary Welsh tenor  Joshua Owen Mills  🎶 A graduate of the Guildhall School and former young artist at the Bayerische Staatsoper in Munich, Joshua’s career has spanned ENO, Garsington Opera, Savonlinna Opera Festival and more – with acclaimed roles like Don Ottavio and Nemorino under his bel...

“Most warm-ups are either too long, too random, or doing the exact opposite of what your body needs before curtain up.” In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down the mistakes performers make in their warm-ups—and how to fix them. Whether you’re hitting the gym, stepping into rehearsals, or preparing for curtain up, your warm-up sets the tone for everything that fo...

This week, we’re joined by one of the UK’s most respected voices in performance coaching:  Dean Hammond . A certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with nearly two decades of experience across both the British Army and civilian sectors, Dean has trained everyone from tactical athletes in high-pressure environments to everyday people smashing extraordinary goals. He’s not just a coach. He’s...

“If you’re skipping carbs, chugging green juice, or eating 1,200 calories a day… we need to talk.” In this myth-busting episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , Bobby and Steffan break down three of the most common (and damaging) nutrition misconceptions circulating in the performing world. If you’ve been told carbs are evil, that you have to eat “perfectly clean,” or that the fastest way to your go...

This week, Bobby and Steffan are joined by the brilliant  Gavin Ryan , currently lighting up the West End in  Moulin Rouge  at the Piccadilly Theatre as  1st Cover Christian . With a career already spanning leading romantic roles, powerhouse ensemble work, and even a turn on the big screen, Gavin’s story is one of drive, resilience, and a love for performance. 🎭  From Tony to Christian Gavin take...

In this episode of  The Fit2 Perform Podcast , we dive into a topic that’s often misunderstood in the performing world:  overstretching . Flexibility is praised, pushed, and sometimes forced, but what if more flexibility is actually costing you performance, control, and long-term joint health? Bobby and Steffan unpack the fine balance between being bendy and being strong and why  mobility might be...