The FitLife Podcast

This episode is with Ashton Josephs.  She walked into FitLife in 2019 following a tragic time in her life. Both of Ashtons parents passed away within weeks of each other,  something someone so young should never have to face. On top of this, her long term relationship had come to an end, so soon after the loss of her parents. Shortly after, she moved to Haddenham, walked into through our front doo...

Sometimes you meet people in life that you immediately respect. Iona is one of those people. I first me Iona in a cafe with her daughter Niamh, who was just a toddler then. I was blown away by her energy and work ethic even in that small conversation about teaching spin.  Since that day she’s taught hundreds of classes at FitLife and thousands more in her career.  More than just a hard worker, Ion...

In January 2022, Jack Shrimpton became the highest grassing personal trainer for a single month in Fitlife history. But what is more impressive is that it isn't his only job.  Jack is a retained fire fighter, meaning when he isn't in the gym training clients, he is on call to save lives. He is without doubt one, if not the hardest worker I know, yet he doesn't think that of himself....

I've known Lisa for 7 years. From the first time she attended a Fitlife bootcamp, she stood out. It was a workout that required mental strength and she outlasted everyone else, completing the workout when almost everyone else was lying out on the floor.  Since that day, I've got to know her really well. She has become a valued instructor with a reputation as a drill sergeant, whilst also...

We are back with the FitLife podcast after an extended break and we kick things off with a chat to the healthiest person I know…. My wife.  Jess aka Mrs FitLife Has found a perfect balance that follows the 5 principles to lead a long, healthy and happy life. So much so that she doesn’t even realise it’s a thing! We discuss these 5 principles in detail and what Jess does to effortlessly lead a sust...

In this conversation we revisit episode 22. So if you haven’t heard that episode yet, I’d recommend jumping back to that one first. Tom, Nigel & I discuss the last 6 months of training that has got us to this point - ready to take on an Iron distance triathlon. 3.8km swim. 180km bike. 42km run. We discuss the highs and lows of putting your body through such a heavy training plan, what we’ve le...

In May 2006, I made my professional debut for Wycombe Wanderers aged 18. I came off the bench to replace Matt Bloomfield.  It is mindblowing to me, that Matt is still playing for Wycombe. But not is he just still playing, he's playing in the Championship. The 6th biggest league in Europe.  In this episode, you'll hear from someone who has been at the height of professionalism for nearly...

This is the first ever re-visited podcast episode and it's with good reason.  Back in April 2020 I spoke with Andy. He had just finished Chemotherapy and was about to start radiotherapy on the tumor in his bowl. Unkown at the time if it would ever be curable, he had an unwavering positive attitude and a inner belief that he could over cover this.  This episode is so heart warming. It is incre...

When my good friend Tom asked me what I thought about attempting an IronMan, I asked why. His reasoning was so strong that I immediately said count me in.  This episode is a conversation between myself, Tom and Nigel. The 3 of us are training to complete a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile cycle and a marathon, all in one single sitting.  Whilst most of you may think this is crazy and out of reach for you,...

The Sergio Torres story is remarkable. So remarkable in fact that the story has sold 1000’s as a book publication, which was later turned into a film.  It’s a story of chasing your dreams, believing in yourself and stepping out of your comfort zone. How many times have you heard that said? But I believe only a handful of people have truly walked the walk, and Sergio is number 1 on that list.  I’m...

I’ve known Harry for years. Mutual friends and sporting rivals since 11 years old. He’s now a member of Fitlife and recently saved my life when I pinned myself under the bench press... True story. He was the first person I knew of who was the same age and lost a parent, when we were just 15 years old. I remember at the time thinking how incomprehensible that was.  18 years later, now a primary sch...

Roo Davies aka the Mojo Coach joined me to talk about how to be more resilient.  Never in our lifetime have we had to be more resilient to deal with another national lockdown due to Covid. Roo shares some incredible tools to help you cope better with life’s stresses.  I learnt so much from this 45 minute conversation. It also made me more aware of how I deal with crisis and ways which I could do t...

When you think of running a marathon, what come to mind? Maybe that you’re not a runner and can’t do it? Maybe that it’s only for the seriously fit and not for you?  These are all things Sophie used to tell herself. She battled with self limiting beliefs that forced her to always ran away from putting herself in vulnerable situations.  This is her story of how she has transformed her mindset from...

More than ever in my time as a gym owner, I have had members saying they’ve lost all motivation. But why?  In this episode, Lucy and I dive deep into where motivation comes from and why it’s lacking for so many of us right now. We define what discipline really is and how everyone can work to become more accountable to themselves.  This episode is for anyone who has lost their mojo not just with ex...

In this episode I speak about the crushing moment when we were enforced to shut our business. What we did in the moments after to shape the way we have dealt with remaining focused and seeing the bigger picture. I will also speak about the importance of setting long term goals and how I have chosen my 10 year goal. Join our community on Instagram for daily updates and team banter - Haddenham: http...

This episode is with the lovely Becci Allen. Our very own personal trainer. Becci ran the London Marathon and then soon after competed on stage as a bikini girl. From the outside looking in, she was the pinnacle of fitness. But the truth is, pushing your body to those extremes can lead to it breaking, and this is what happened to Becci. A long career as an accountant sat at a desk coupled with pun...

600 professional games Club captain of a premier league team 29 international caps Co-owner of 2 vegan restaurants Founder of a non-profit foundation that coaches over 700 kids Married to his childhood sweetheart with 3 beautiful children Manager of MK Dons at age 35 If you asked me, who is the most driven person I have ever met, it would be Russell Martin, and after listening to this podcast you...

When you here about somebody cycling round the world it gives you a feeling of complete admiration, but also that the person attempting it is so unrelateable. Surely they are superhuman who are naturally gifted athletes? There's no way that I could achieve this and to be honest I wouldn't even let that thought enter my head. Alex will change that mindset. He is a normal guy from Thame, w...

When you here about somebody cycling round the world it gives you a feeling of complete admiration, but also that the person attempting it is so unrelateable. Surely they are superhuman who are naturally gifted athletes? There's no way that I could achieve this and to be honest I wouldn't even let that thought enter my head. Alex will change that mindset. He is a normal guy from Thame, w...

I met Andy through our companies being connected around 18 months ago. We hit it off as we are the same age with similar interests but our bond was made closer when we found out that both our fathers had passed away with Motor neurone disease. We would catch up over the phone or face to face every month, but a few months had passed and I hadn't heard from Andy, so I pinged him an email. A few...

This weeks episode is different. We are all currrently in isolation and so unable to get face to face with guests and without the comfort of having Zach doing all the recording an editing I decided to turn the mic onto myself. I have had a lot of requests for my own story. So here it is...  It isn't as inspiring and probably less relatable to the guests we have had on previously but I hope it...

Laurence is a very popular personal trainer here at FitLife, but his purpose and passion in life is tackle the inactivity and obesity issue in children by changing the way we teach P.E in primary schools.  Laurence shares his story as a promising young footballer who didn't make it because of his self confidence and athletic ability. He used this set back to dedicate his career to specialise...

Nigel is one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet. A 56 year old man, Pilates teacher and personal trainer, father of two who is training for the most extreme iron man I have ever heard of! He’s completed the 3 peaks 11 times, once pushing a man in a wheel chair and once by cycling between the mountains! He has cycled from lands end to John o groats... And back again. Ran from one coast of Great Br...

With us all being consumed by the COVID-19 pandemic it's easy to forget that there's an even scarier C word.... Cancer. Ruth reminds us of how life can be turned upside down in a matter of moments and that none of us are bullet proof. Her life has been a constant battle with Cancer but here she is today, fit, healthy, happy and loving her life.  Winning battles with cancer, having a fant...

Adam is one of the fittest guys in the gym. He lifts weights, he runs, spins and crushes hiit/crossfit style workouts.  Adams motives to be as fit and strong as he possibly can are far greater than to just look good or perform at a high level, he wants to be as able bodied as possible.  At 18 months old, Adam had his foot amputated. A critical age for physical development you would excuse Adam if...