The Jackie Tann Podcast

At 73, Ingrid Nielsen is in the fittest and strongest shape of her life.  When you hear her talk about her training, you'd be forgiven to think she's been training her whole life, but Ingrid only started running at 67,  ran a half marathon 6 months later and 2 years after that, at 68, she ran her first marathon.  If that weren't impressive enough already, Ingrid has the most incredi...

When it comes to human performance and potential, Craig Harper is a straight shooter and is drawn to the complexities and intricacies that make us human. He's not shy in calling bullshit, and he certainly doesn't mince his words. If you want to learn how to be better, do better, and choose better, then you need to listen to this episode. Where to find Craig: Website: https://www.craigharper.net/ P...

Gabrielle Nankivell is a dancer, choreographer and director and has performed and presented all over the world. Her career spans more than 20 years, and  has been built around her athleticism, artistic expression, a routine that consists of constant change and a willingness to keep curiosity at the helm of her experiences.  But the biggest challenges have come in 2020, which has seen the...

To say I'm excited about this research is an understatement. Esther Goldsmith is a researcher and Exercise physiologist at Fitrwoman and Orreco. Their research around the menstrual cycle is helping female athletes understand their own physiology, their symptoms and how to use that knowledge to plan and optimising their training and recovery. In this episode Esther talks about the 4 phases in our c...

The body is an incredibly powerful machine and it's GMB Fitness Co-Founder Ryan Hurst's mission, to help you explore what your body is capable of. A big emphasis on practicing new skills with an open mind, GMB Fitness wants you to wake up every day and be confident that your body can handle everything you want it to do. We talk about the GMB philosophy, the mindset, patience and reality when appro...

Today I chat with elite Australian distance runner, Izzi Batt-Doyle.  With career highlights such as placing 3rd in the 10,000m at the 2019 NCAA Track & Field Championships, winning the 2019 PAC12 Conference Championship in the 10,000m, and winning the 2020 SA State Road 10km Championships in 32:37, these incredible achievements didn't come without injury, a lot of tears but most importan...

Have you ever driven past a horrific road accident and thought about how awful it would be to be the first responder at the scene. Well, for Sam Sparvell, South Australian Police Officer, this has been one of many unfortunate and horrific events he has had to arrive at on the job. Coming to terms with the stark reality of human mortality, morality and everything in between, Sam's strategies for de...

Dr Jen Esquer is a top-40 physical therapy influencer. With a Doctorate in physical therapy, she is ranked as one of the Best Fitness Trainers on IG by Shape Magazine. Her mission is to help those who are willing to listen to their body, reverse ageing, eliminate pain and establish sustainable health.   We talk all things body awareness, how to breathe effectively to help calm the nervous sys...

Today Matt and I chat about the cold hard truth about self defence. What does it mean to protect yourself and your loved ones and the hard questions you have to ask yourself in order to prepare yourself in the unfortunate event that you have to defend yourself. We talk about the physicality, mentality and technicalities around defending yourself and what to look for in an escalating situation. Whe...

This episode is so much more than I can fit into a little title. We cover everything from identifying pain and the causes,  when to see a Physiotherapist, overuse injuries in cyclists, how to set up your bike, technique and what you should know in general, how to manage injuries, the evolution of the industry and how the heck to do all the things your physio says you should do... on a strict...

Steph Lowe, founder of The Natural Nutritionist, breaks down what a fat adapted athlete is and why it's such a powerful thing you can do for your body and endurance training. We also dive into what MAF training is and how powerful this type of training can be. Not sure if this is how you should train? Listen in for this nutrition and training  throwdown! Where to find Steph: Website: https://...

Kevin Fergusson is a legend of the Triathlon community. From competing in 5 Iron Mans in one year for his fundraiser, Iron 5 for 55, to racing alongside the pros in Kona. Kevin has incredible stories and memories and one that will stay with him forever was helping friend Sid James become an IRONMAN.  Sid's dream to race IRONMAN was shattered 25 years ago when he was knocked from his bike duri...

Dr Kelly Starrett founder of The Ready State and author of Supple Leopard ( and many more excellent books), takes the time to chat with me about mobility for all types of athletes, transferable movement and training and the adaptable athlete... basically how to get move well, prevent injury and get SMART about your training and longevity in your chosen sport AND training for life! This was an epic...

Jordanna shares her incredibly powerful manifestation equation so that you can live the life you want. Her philosophy and practice is simple and anyone who is willing to take full ownership of their life and circumstances truly has the power to have anything and everything their heart desires... but what does it take? She shares all in the interview. Where to find Jordanna : Website: https://jorda...

If you ever want to cry with laughter, listen to Sputnik tell a story. His running feats and adventure tales are so incredibly inspiring (and hilarious depending on his experience), that you'd be inspired to think anything is possible, or as Sputnik prefers to say, Awesome is Possible.  In this episode he recounts the hilarious, the deathly serious and everything in between. Check out his sto...

"Neutral spine,"  "suck your belly button in,"  are terms you often hear, but are they doing more damage than good? Today,  Matt Jones, Founder and Head Coach of ISOHEALTH ( Australia's leading self defence and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy) chats with me all things spine related. A Strength and Conditioning Coach and Spine Specialist, Matt spent 3 years as a clinical consultant at Th...

“I believe you were born to shine that light of yours. And I'm here to remind you of your magic.” Caitlin’s long road to health and happiness saw her enduring chronic illnesses for over 10 years. Out of pure necessity she dove head first into wellness, yoga and meditation and now she wants to share the power of meditation with others. Caitlin’s passion for helping others through the power of medit...

How do you win back to back premierships?  Sturt Football Club forward Mark Evans, takes us through the highs and lows of a gruelling training schedule, recovery, mindset, injury management and how important team culture and belief is, in winning back to back premierships. All of this is done, whilst managing a demanding full time career.  Timestamp 3:15 - The journey from childhood to a...

Lee Troop , Australia's very own marathon legend with personal best times of 2:09:49 and 1:01:00 for a half marathon chats with me about his career highs and lows, what he's learnt from self coaching,  the importance of having a coach and the incredible relationships he's had with his athletes that have had major success. Time Stamp: 2:20 - Why running  5:25 - What it takes to be success...

Anna Liptak takes us on a journey of becoming fit and successful despite all the obstacles. Her incredible journey starts with 2 babies, the pursuit of passion, a humiliating stereotype, sexist remarks and a whole lotta drive to shove it to the doubters. Having built an incredibly successful health and fitness business, she has not only helped women and men achieves their goals, but also helped th...

A million reasons why you should start Stretch Therapy Stretch Therapy Founder Kit Laughlin takes us on a deep journey of what it means to practice Stretch Therapy. This practice (and interview) is not just about stretching but about everything it provides us physically, mentally and emotionally. A deep dive into how we can use Stretch Therapy as a tool for not just athletic performance but more i...

How the Art Of Wellbeing Can Enhance your Life Wellbeing activist, author and illustrator Meredith Gaston talks about the different ways you can bring wellness into your life. The Art Of Wellbeing encompasses more than just a meditation practice and a yoga class. A beautiful and down to earth chat, Meredith encourages you to respect your own individual needs as a person and in any given moment. We...

Why You Need To Take Care Of Your Lymphatic System If you truly want to improve your health, mental clarity and athletic performance, then getting to know your lymphatic system is pretty important. As Dr Perry from Stop Chasing Pain puts it, our lymphatic system is basically our body's sewer system  and if that gets backed up, well, let's just say sh*t gets real... and not in a good way. Dr P...

Hello amazing human! I am your host, Jackie Tann and I am so happy to have you here! This is a super quick intro episode which will tell you who the heck I am, AND exactly what you can expect this season. I have the most amazing guests who will be sharing their expert knowledge, inspiring stories, and giving you simple strategies to discover your unlimited potential. If you have any questions or w...