The Lenko Show

Send us Fan Mail Yo! Hello and welcome back to the Lenko Show! This week I sit down with Jamie Clough a good friend and fellow trainer from CrossFit 3D (Manchester, UK).  We speak about Jamie's recent training for an ultra marathon event around the Lake District and how she structured her training to be able to complete such a distance whilst still lifting weights! There is a ton of informati...

Send us Fan Mail Hello and welcome back to the Lenko Show. In this episode Chris asks Alex some pretty poignant questions when it comes to health and fitness along with a few questions where some people might, shall we say, beat around the bush a bit... and... we don't do that here.  Chris when fishing for inflammatory opinion and he got it!  Along with being a bit of fun this episode is in f...

Send us Fan Mail In this thought-provoking episode of The Lenko Show, we delve into the art of igniting competitive drive. Join us as we explore the strategies and mindset shifts that help individuals build and harness their competitive spirit. We discuss the importance of setting ambitious goals, seeking excellence, and embracing challenges as pathways to a more competitive mindset. Additionally,...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode of The Lenko Show, we take a deep dive into the multifaceted world of competition and ambition. Join us as we explore the underlying reasons behind why some individuals exhibit strong competitive tendencies. We dissect the role of goal-oriented mindsets, where ambition and competition intertwine as tools for achieving remarkable objectives. Discover the...

Send us Fan Mail In the latest episode of The Lenko Show, we delve into the fascinating world of human competitiveness and uncover the intricacies of why some individuals are more competitive than others. Join us as we explore the factors that shape this dynamic trait, from personality traits like 'achievement motivation' and 'need for dominance,' to the influence of upbringing...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in Episode 67 of The Lenko Show as we dive into the intriguing realm of human effort. Why do some individuals try harder than others? In this captivating episode, we explore the ten key factors that intricately influence an individual's level of effort. From intrinsic motivation and goal alignment to mindset, external support systems, and past experiences, we dissect...

Send us Fan Mail Hello and welcome back to the Lenko Show! We have recently been away together for a couple of days and as such we thought it would be a great opportunity to discuss this.  We have put together 7 simple steps that you can follow which we believe will actually also result in having an awesome time whilst away and then we contrast that with what it actually looks like to holiday like...

Send us Fan Mail Yo! This show is a special one because I am able to announce that I am part of the Great Britain squad for the game against France AND I am a Captain for the second time. I'm flying solo in this episode talking through how to manage your training to be able to perform at the moment when it's required most.  I also answer some of the questions I was asked on an Instagram...

Send us Fan Mail Yo!  Hello and welcome back for another episode, in this one we speak about the 10 major benefits to warming up pre-training and performance.  It must be said that not everyone has the same requirements for a warm up and we do go into how different people should warm up and what might change. For instance the differences between young and old, generally mobile and active people vs...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 63 of The Lenko Show, where we embark on a reflective journey with special guest Chris as we delve into our experiences when we first started training.  Join us as we candidly discuss the mistakes we made, the mental challenges we faced, and how we coped with a lack of guidance. We share the transformative power of finding our own way, experimenting, and overcom...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 62 of The Lenko Show, we have a thought-provoking conversation with Coach Clark Gardener, founder of 28 Fit. Join us as we explore the critical role of dedicated coaches in schools and the significance of early sports engagement for children. Delve into the issue of unequal opportunities in sports due to varying school funding and hear Clark's firsthand experience...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 61 of The Lenko Show, we have a special guest, Elena Kkama, joining us for an insightful conversation. Elena, a teacher, active parent to three sporty kids, and a senior leadership team member in a high school, shares her expertise on the importance of sports for children. Join us as we delve into the profound influence of sports on child development, the power of havin...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to this week's episode of The Lenko Show, where we dive into the invaluable wisdom shared by renowned coach Ben Bergeron. Join us as we explore the 10 lessons learned from elite athletes, curated by Bergeron himself. From mindset and discipline to resilience and goal setting, we unravel the secrets to achieving greatness in sports and life. Gain exclusive insights int...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 59 of The Lenko Show is here to equip you with the knowledge and strategies to become truly exceptional. Join us as we explore 'How to Be Awesome At Anything Part 2' and delve into the five fundamental aspects that pave the way to elite performance. From studying experts and understanding their patterns and behaviors to embracing energy, consistency, self-improve...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 58 of The Lenko Show is here to revolutionize your path to success!  Join us as we delve into the remarkable techniques of visualization. Discover how visualization rewires your brain for optimal performance by bridging the gap between imagination and reality.  Learn the art of relaxation, clarity, sensory engagement, emotional intensity, and repetition to create a powerfu...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this week on The Lenko Show as we tackle the common pitfalls of speed training and reveal the secrets to training smarter, not harder. In this inspiring episode, we discuss how athletes can easily fall into the trap of inefficient training methods and how to avoid them. From optimizing fast speed work to mastering slow work and technical positioning, we provide practical s...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this week on The Lenko Show as we sit down with Ben Akin, a former Royal Marine Commando. We explore the physical and mental challenges required to succeed in commando training and discuss the lessons learned that can be applied to everyday life.  Support the show Thanks for listening We are proudly sponsored by dryrobe, for outdoor gear to keep you going in any weather, a...

Send us Fan Mail Hello and welcome back to another episode.  Today we sit down with Nick Davis who Chris has worked with for a while. Nick has a very personal story and journey through some very difficult times and openly shares his experiences and how he fell into running and then built his life around an obsession.  Nick is also a PT spending a lot of time training clients and balances that with...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what lengths people would go to in the name of health / fitness and muscle building? Well that's the question I've been asking recently.  We explore the usual bit of chit chat and recent goings on including how a Boys High School District compares with the Womens 100m world record.  We explore a little bit more of Chris' bodybuilding phase and what he...

Send us Fan Mail Yo hello and welcome to episode 53. This week I'm flying solo without Chris unfortunately his pearls of wisdom and tales of being choked out in Jiu Jitsu are missing this time. Couple of light topics to start you off include; - Being Ill and still training - My first game for the Manchester Titans - My 2nd game for the Titans will be going back to play against my former team!...

Send us Fan Mail Yo! This episode carries on a similar theme to ep51. This week Alex and Chris address specifically how to prepare through a grueling competition phase (think CrossFit comp / weekend training camp / weekend tournament). We break it down into the 3 key components to get you SET.  Sleep, Eat and Train to compete at your best.  We explore how to Sleep, Eat and Train through 3 phases;...

Send us Fan Mail Yo! This episode is all about working through and intense training camp. Understand how to make it through from the perspective of an athlete and why coaches may do them. If you play any sport for long enough to a high enough level you're bound to be involved in something like this at some point.  Chris questions Alex on his recent training camp experience. alexlenkowski | In...

Send us Fan Mail What is a competitive mindset and why are some people so much more competitive than others? This is something which I'm very curious about and find an extraordinarily interesting topic.  we break down this episode by discussing  - what a competitive mindset is - key characteristics of competitive people - benefits of being highly competitive  - Common Challenges with being co...

Send us Fan Mail This episode digs into one of the most powerful and fundamental movements of athletic performance... JUMPING.  If you're an athlete that is required to run / move from A to B / exert large amounts of force on an object or an opponent then this episode is for you. First, I talk about why you need to be jumping and then go through some simple steps on HOW to include it in your...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is from one of the questions sent in through my instagram Q and A the other week. The aim is to break down and simplify the type of work and structure of the work you should be prioritizing in the gym through a season.  3 Key sections - Prehab  - Speed - Strength  I then touch on hypertrophy and why you don't need to include conditioning work in the gym PLUS how...