The Lean 365 Podcast

In this weeks episode, I'm going slightly off the topic of fitness and building a great body, and instead giving insight to my move to Dubai towards the end of last year. I've been living here for almost 6 months now so have wanted to give a full review of what its actually like for those of you that may be considering the move, or just might be interested in the fast paced Dubai lifestyle! You wi...

In this weeks episode I talk through one of the most common questions I get, which is how to get a 6-pack. I've managed to sustain low body fat for the last 10 years now, so I'm going to dive in on exactly how, and how you can too cutting through a lot of the bs. You will learn; The honest way to get a 6-pack Which exercises I'd recommend for training your core The phases you need to go through to...

In this episode I talk about my experience in getting super lean. I've dieted a countless number of times now completing multiple photoshoots and competing in 2019. So wanted to give my honest unfiltered opinion on the process. The highs, the lows and the protocol that I used in my most recent shoot prep last year with industry leading photographer Simon Howard, which saw me get into the shape of...

In this episode I am joined by a special guest and fellow online coach John Kirk, who I met through the industry and have always respected as a coach. We start off by discussing some of the misinformation and myths you see in the industry these days, before going deeper on some of the things that hold people back, and the reasons why people struggle to lose weight and get in shape. You will learn;...

In this episode, I discuss my biggest takeaways from my first half marathon which I completed recently in Dubai. I've always focussed my training solely around improving body composition, and being in the best physical shape I can. So getting into running long distance was a completely new venture for me. I wanted to touch on that in this episode with a few things it taught / reinforced to me arou...

In this episode, I discuss what you should look for when looking to work with a coach. The fitness industry is expanding every day as more people look to get into the realm of coaching and personal training. Therefore it's important you know what qualities and traits make up a great coach before you make the decision to invest in your health and fitness! You will learn; What makes a great coach in...

In this episode I run you through 3 things I believe that everyone needs to guarantee they are successful with their fitness goals in the New Year. You will learn; Why you need to have a plan Why systems and a routine is so important Why accountability is the biggest factor in getting results Enjoy! Work with me - http://www.join.fitlabcoaching.co.uk/apply-now FitLab Website - https://fitlabcoachi...

In this episode I give my 5 biggest tips to help you transform your physique in the New Year to get in the very best physical and mental shape of your life. With 2023 round the corner, will this finally be the year you succeed with your fitness goals? Enjoy! Work with me - http://www.join.fitlabcoaching.co.uk/apply-now FitLab Website - https://fitlabcoaching.co.uk Instagram - https://www.instagram...

In this episode I am joined by another special guest and fellow coach Dan Drummond. Dan brings a different angle to the podcast sharing his battle with testicular cancer, and how he overcame adversity to get to where he is today. We focused this podcast on building strong mental fortitude, and how being strong, fit and healthy can help you battle most things in life. You will learn; Dan's powerful...

In this episode I am joined by a special guest and fellow online coach Chris Cullen, who I've become close to since moving to Dubai. Myself and Chris have made a very similar transition recently with our training, steering away from focusing purely on aesthetics, and more towards performance and becoming an all round athlete. In this episode we discuss what that transition has been like, why we ma...

In this episode of the Lean 365 Podcast I answer all the questions from the Q&A box I put on Instagram last week. There are a lot of topics covered today, ranging from training, nutrition, tracking calories, living in Dubai, building a coaching business, and much more! You will learn; Why BF% isn't a great metric to track success How to use flexible dieting Are carbs and sugar bad How often to...

In this episode of the Lean 365 Podcast I talk about how to get in the shape of your life without restrictions. Without a doubt, you'll have to make sacrafcises at times, to get the body you want, nothing comes easy thats worth having. But it's probably not as many as you might think! Today I cover my top 10 biggest tips on getting in shape in a none restrictive way, so you can actually enjoy the...

In this episode of the Lean 365 Podcast I discuss the importance of morning routine. There's no doubt about it, how you start your day will have a massive impact on the overall outcome. In this episode I discuss some of the biggest mistakes people make in the morning, my current morning routine, and a list of things you could include in your morning routine to make it a success. You will learn; Th...

In this episode of the Lean 365 Podcast, I talk about by biggest tips to combat stress. Stress is something we all deal with daily, and I believe small amounts of stress are needed to facilitate growth. However too much stress becomes a problem, and can start to impact your physical & mental health, as well as your fat loss and muscle building goals. Therefore knowing how to manage it before i...

In todays episode of the Lean 365 Podcast I discuss why I have decided to relocate to Dubai. This is my biggest decision to date, and will be a massive change for me, both personally and professionally. I wanted to explain my reasonings in this short episode, and why now is the right time for me to make the leap to the UAE. No fitness talk today, just full transparency and authenticity! Enjoy. Wor...

In this episode I talk about my 10 biggest tips to maintaining a lean physique year round. I've managed to maintain a 6-pack for the last 10 years, and plan to still have one 10 years from now! I want to give you some practical advice and guidelines to live by, that will help you lose fat, and most importantly keep it off. You will learn; 3 Things you don't need to do to maintain low body fat 10 T...

In this episode I am joined by another very special guest Simon Martin. Simon is an ex royal marine, strength coach, incredible athlete, and father, at 53 years of age. He lives a very powerful lifestyle keeping himself in peak physical and mental shape in his 50's training in a very unique way in which we explore. Simon has had to overcome a lot of adversity over the years which has made him in t...

In this episode of the Lean 365 Podcast, I am joined by another special guest and elite coach Damian Schechter. I met Damian at a networking event for fit pros, where we shared a lot of similar values and interests. Damian has been in the fitness industry for the last 10 years, and worked for one of the leading personal training chains in Europe, Ultimate Performance. He now coaches online getting...

In this episode of the Lean 365 Podcast, I am joined by another very special guest and good friend, Kevin Rowlands, who has transformed his life through the power of fitness. Kev was one of my first clients, who achieved such a powerful transformation. Five years on and he's completed multiple photo shoots, competed and become a pro, and still remains in world class shape in his four-tees. In this...

In this episode of the Lean 365 Podcast, I am joined by a very special guest and good friend of mine Nathan Bennett who is a fellow coach in the industry. Having lived together, trained together many times, and following a very similar career path into the industry, we discuss some of our biggest mistakes we've made over the last decade when it comes to training and nutrition. You will learn; Some...

In this episode of the Lean 365 Podcast, I talk about how to manage holidays and trips aways, so they don't cause too much regression in your fitness journey. I believe holidays can still be enjoyed to the max using good rules and guidelines around training and nutrition, not missing out on any of the fun stuff whilst still keeping the body you've worked hard to achieve. You will learn: Why gettin...

In this episode of the Lean 365 Podcast, I talk about how to get in the shape of your life, and most importantly how to stay there. I discuss the biggest reasons why most diets fail, what you need at the beginning of your fitness journey, and each step of the transformation process broken down into 4 phases that all set the foundation for one another. You will learn: Why most diets fail Things to...

Welcome to the lean 365 podcast with your host Chris Wright, founder of Fitlab Coaching. This show is dedicated to helping ambitious men and woman get into the best physical and mental shape of their lives, and stay there for good whilst still living a flexible lifestyle. We will be covering the unfiltered truth of the fitness industry, and going into the depths of whats required to make permanent...