The Forever Athletic Podcast

You’ve dropped the weight — now what? In this episode, I break down exactly how to shift from a successful fat loss phase (like Start With 6) into a realistic, sustainable maintenance phase — without falling into old habits or overthinking it. No reverse dieting. No perfectionism. Just clear, no-nonsense strategies to help you stay in shape without tracking every gram of rice for the rest of your...

If you've ever nailed your diet for a week and then face-planted into a pizza by Saturday, this one’s for you. In this episode of The Forever Athletic Podcast , I'm breaking down three unconventional but brutally effective nutrition strategies to take you from short-term fat loss to long-term results — without the BS. We’ll cover: Why range targets are better than strict calorie goals How...

You’re not broken — you’re human. In this episode, I’m breaking down emotional eating in the realest way possible. No fluffy self-help. No “just track it” advice. Just honest, practical tools you can use when life gets stressful and food becomes your fallback. We’ll cover: Why emotional eating isn’t about lack of willpower The 3 most common types I see in coaching clients What to do instead — even...

Tracking calories doesn’t have to be a chore! In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the simplest ways to use calorie tracking as a tool to help you lose your first 5kg. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by tracking every meal or stressing over perfection, this episode is for you. I'll dive into practical tips that will make calorie tracking easier, more sustainable, and stress-free. Here’s what you’...

Aching knees? Dodgy hip? Wondering if you're “too old” to keep squatting, deadlifting or bench pressing? This episode is for the seasoned lifter with a few miles on the clock — and no interest in giving up barbell training. I break down how to keep the big lifts in your program without grinding your joints to dust . From smart substitutions to ego checks and warm-up sequencing, this is your ro...

Struggling to figure out how to eat on training vs rest days? Confused about when to time your meals? Wondering if too much protein is a thing? This Q&A episode covers four questions from the members on my latest intake of Start With 6. In this episode:✅ How (and if) to adjust your calories on training vs rest days ✅ What to eat when your training time changes day to day ✅ Can you actually...

🔥 Are you training hard but still feeling like crap? Low energy, stubborn belly fat, sore joints, and zero progress in the gym? You’re not alone—and it’s not because you’re too old. You’re probably making one (or all) of these 3 common mistakes that kill progress after 35. 🚀 In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why training harder isn’t the answer—and what to do instead ✅ How poor nutrition is hol...

If I wanted to stay fat, out of shape, lethargic, and living as a lesser version of myself for the long run, I would do the exact 5 things I run through in this episode. Obviously, you don't want that for yourself, so listen and learn these 5 super common mistakes that busy professionals over 35 repeatedly make, and make sure your best self is getting closer and closer on the horizon rather than s...

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In this episode I talk you through my fuelling strategies for Hyrox races including: - What to eat in the day running up to your Hyrox. - What to eat the day prior to your Hyrox. - How to nail your race day nutrition and hydration strategies. - How to eat to fuel recovery post-Hyrox. If you enjoy the episode don't forget to like and follow, and share with someone else who may benefit from it....

If you’re still training just to “burn calories,” you’re focusing on the wrong thing—and it’s probably why you’re frustrated with your progress. In this episode, I’m breaking down why calorie burn from exercise is minimal, why strength training is the real key to long-term results, and how shifting your mindset from burning to building will completely change the way you train. We’ll cover: 🔥 Why...

If you’re lifting three times a week but seeing zero progress—no strength gains, no muscle growth, no body composition changes—something is off. In this episode, I break down exactly what’s holding you back and how to fix it. We’ll cover: 🔥 The #1 reason your workouts aren’t delivering results 🏋️‍♂️ Why intensity matters more than just showing up ⏳ How rushing through sessions is killing your ga...

This week I am re-sharing an episode of the We Fuel Athletes podcast that I recorded with my good friend and fellow coach Kate Usher. Kate is an incredible coach and absolute whizz when it comes to all things nutrition. In this episode, we share our top 6 Fat Loss Hacks to help you shift the weight in the most healthy, productive and sustainable way possible. Make sure you drop the episode a like,...

Tired of second-guessing your workouts? Struggling to make progress with limited time? In this episode, I break down EXACTLY how I would train if I were in your shoes—balancing career, family, and real-life responsibilities. You don’t need to train 5-6 days a week or spend hours in the gym to get stronger, leaner, and more athletic after 35. Instead, I’ll show you why a 3x per week full-body appro...

If you're over 30 and not supplementing with creatine, you’re leaving strength, muscle, and mental performance gains on the table. In this episode, I break down exactly what creatine is, how it works, and why it's one of the safest and most well-researched supplements out there. You'll learn: 🔥 How creatine enhances strength and performance 💪 Why it’s crucial for building and maintai...

Training in your 30's and beyond isn't physiologically that different to training in your 20's. Practically however, it is: In this episode, I break down the 10 Commandments of Fitness Over 30 —the essential rules for building strength, maximising muscle, and staying injury-free as you age. From being ruthlessly efficient with your workouts to prioritising recovery and seeing the bigge...

In this episode, we’re tackling a topic that hits close to home for anyone over 30: protecting your joints while still lifting heavy and chasing gains. I’ll dive into: The changes your joints go through as you age. Common weightlifting mistakes that lead to wear and tear. Practical strategies to train smarter, avoid injuries, and keep your joints healthy for the long haul. Recovery tips that go be...

Feeling stuck? Plateaus can drive anyone crazy—whether it’s stalled weight loss, no strength gains, or the same old numbers on your gym log. But hitting a plateau isn’t failure; it’s your body adapting. In this episode, I’ll break down: ✅ Why plateaus happen (and why they’re normal) ✅ The top mistakes keeping you stuck ✅ Simple, actionable strategies to adjust your training, nutrition, and mind...

If you’re anything like me, you probably have a few things on your plate—literally and figuratively. The holidays are here, which means family gatherings, parties, endless to-do lists, and yes, all the festive food. Now, let me guess: You’re probably thinking, ‘There’s no way I can stay on track with my fitness during all this chaos. I’ll just start fresh in January.’ But here’s the deal—that all-...

In this episode I'm diving into a topic that I know will hit home for a lot of you—especially if you’re over 35 and you’re juggling a busy career, a family, and somehow still trying to look after yourself (or maybe just think about looking after yourself). Today’s episode is all about why strength training is one of the best investments you can make in yourself as a professional over 35 —and no, I...

As a busy professional, nutrition often takes a backseat when you're juggling work, meetings, family, and the never-ending to-do list. But here’s the truth: what you eat plays a massive role in how you feel, how much energy you have, and how well you perform every day. In today’s show, I’m sharing practical, easy-to-follow nutrition strategies  to fuel your body for optimal performance , without f...

Staying fit as a busy professional is no mean feat. Between work commitments, family life, and everything in between, finding time for regular intense exercise can feel impossible. But here’s the good news: you don’t need hours at the gym  to stay healthy, and you don't need to park your whole lifestyle to get life-changing results. What matters most is building sustainable fitness habits  that wo...

Are you heading into December thinking that you're going to put your fitness on hold until the new year, and start in January with a new energy and vigour once all the celebrations and socials are done? If you are, I think it's a big mistake and you're likely to join all the other new years resolutioners who's fail once again to make the changes they want in 2025. If you start now in 2024, with ov...

David Brailsford revolutionised British Cycling. He took them from 1 Olympic Gold Medal and 0 Tour de France victories to 178 World Championship gold medals, 66 Olympic and Paralympic gold medals and 5 Tour de France victories. All through his concept of "the aggregation of marginal gains". No huge, sweeping, wholesale changes. Just 1% across every area of the elite cyclist. His concept was overwh...

Physiologically, training in your 30s, 40s and 50s doesn't need to be much different to training in your 20s. But once you start to consider the biopsychosocial model, you'll understand why less is often more for lifters over 30. In this episode I explain what the biopsychosocial model is, and why you need to consider it when picking your training volume as a lifter in your 30s committed to making...