The Kilted Athlete

Gym etiquette isn’t rocket science - it’s just about having consideration for other gym users. In this episode I discuss some of the main points on gym etiquette.

In this episode I talk about the differences between treadmill running and outdoor running and discuss some of the pros and cons of each.

In this episode Keith talks about getting better at things and shares his tips on being a bit less sh!t each day.

Free weights or machines? Which is better?

Each year, around 800 marathons at run across the world. But how did this become a thing, and what’s with the very specific distance of long distance of 42.2 km (or 26.2 miles)? Join me as I discuss how a 2500 year old Greek legend inspired what is now the most famous running event in the world.

What do you do when you fail? Do you throw in the towel and give up on your goal, or do you pick yourself up and keep plugging on? In this episode I talk about how failure makes us stronger, and I even give a couple of examples of my own epic failures and how I have regrouped and kept going.

When I was a young fella I would often get told to sit still. Ironically, 40 odd years later medical experts agree that sitting too much is not healthy. In this episode I talk about the problems associated with being sedentary and sitting too much, and how to get more activity in to our day.

What’s going on and what’s coming up. Midweek chat for 18 April 2025

In this episode I talk about the 5 key weight training exercises that should form the backbone of your weight training routine.

Quick chat to let you guys know what’s going on around the grounds

My tips on maintaining your exercise routine while you’re on holidays.

You’ve done the training and it’s a week out from your running event. Here’s some things to consider in the days before race day.

Post race chat with guests Simon and Craig after the 15km Tamworth Trail Blazer trail Tim Tamworth NSW.

Burpees … does this word give you nightmares? In this bonus episode I talk about what is a burpee, the history of the burpee and I’ll tackle the controversial issue of whether a burpee should contain a push-up

In this episode I talk about my 5 go to body weight exercises, the benefits and correct technique. If you have a suggestion for future episodes please email me at kiltmanfitness@gmail.com

Keith’s weekly midweek chat for 19 March 2025 Please email me with suggestions for future episodes at kiltmanfitness@gmail.com

I’m very passionate the about the benefits strength training and how it can improve everyone’s quality of life. In this I talk about the key benefits of lifting weights, principles of strength training and some common myths and misconceptions that I often hear.

This is an informal midweek episode where I chat about what’s happening this week. If you have any questions or suggestions for episodes please email me at kiltmanfitness@gmail.com As mentioned in this podcast, here is the link to my other podcast -Digger History, where I talk about Australian Military History. https://open.spotify.com/show/2PPKfIUtWp7s1od1Jp7t73?si=uNy1BzEjSGagFqzij-LzLg

What’s the difference between a dream and a goal? Keith talks about the key principles of setting goals.

Mid week Chat 5 March 2025

If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you. In this episode Keith talks about how challenge is the key to progress, and success is not found inside the comfort zone.

In this episode Keith talks about why he wears a kilt when he competes and how it started.

In the first episode of The Kilted Athlete, Keith talks about his top 5 tips for making your fitness goals happen.