Coach Lythgoe

The LYTHIUM Podcast

Health EN ↓ 60 episodes

I'm Leighton - owner and head coach of Synergy Strength Studio & LYTHIUM, an online fitness coaching service designed to help entrepreneurs and high-performers master strength training through systems that deliver results without the burnout. This podcast delves into how we as successful individuals can prioritise health and fitness to solidify our performance in work, and our personal lives.

Author

Coach Lythgoe

Category

Health

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Latest episode

Jan 27, 2026

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Episodes

The Magic of Maintenance Calories 19.11.2024

We discuss the brilliant position maintenance calories put you in with regards to health and training on today’s episode.

Swimming Upstream, Cruising for Xmas & The Ebb and Flow of Life 15.11.2024

We talk today about the toughest time of the year - Christmas - and how to navigate it.

#002 - The Myth of Active Recovery 13.09.2024

Why active recovery isn't a thing, and how to properly recover from training.

#001 - Training the Mind is Key 29.08.2024

We go over training the brain for the best physical results, and the power of consistency.

#030 - Kettlebells, Bodybuilding or Cardio: Which is better? 16.08.2024

A common debate that I thought was worthy of my 2 cents.

#030 - The Francis Diet allegations & why perfectionism is killing your progress 19.07.2024

In this podcast we discuss some of the storm in the fitness industry at the minute surrounding The Francis Diet allegations and why perfectionism is the enemy of progress.

#029 - Why Small Habits make you Unstoppable 03.07.2024

One of the more insightful pods in recent memory, this.

#027 - Ozempic & Why Shortcuts Don't Work 03.06.2024

Ahhh, a contentious one - the new miracle weight loss drug. Is it all it's cracked up to be? Let's find out.

#026 - Choosing the Right Coach for You 22.05.2024

A super helpful episode for anyone who is in the decision making process of hiring a coach.

#025 - What actually is a calorie & why does it matter? 13.05.2024

In this episode we go over why calories are front and centre of the fitness industry.

#024 - Jason Curtis: The New Hottest Fitness Race in the World and Strength & Conditioning for the Hobbyist Athlete 01.05.2024

Me and Jason discuss some underlying principles in strength and conditioning, as well as his new fitness race 'The Deadly Dozen'

#023 - The difference between winners & losers, does exercise selection really matter and why you shouldn't let failure define you 23.04.2024

We talk about the mentalities of winners, losers, exercise selection and why failure is a good thing.

#022: Why you should ALWAYS make your bed, is the law of attraction real & how important is a morning routine? 18.04.2024

In this episode we discuss the power of committing yourself to the seemingly insignificant actions in life in order to achieve your huge goals, the law of attraction and if a morning routine is important.

#021: Are there good & bad foods? My thoughts on fasting & supplements 14.04.2024

We delve into some of the most contentious topics in fitness today - fasting, what we should and shouldn't eat and whether supplements are worth it.

#020 - Survival Through Fitness: Balancing family life, strength training & running and involving the kids in fitness 09.04.2024

In this episode me and Taur deep dive into hybrid training, top exercises for beginners and why he involves his kids in his training.

#019 - What does the summer mean for your goals, vanity is the perfect reason to get in shape + why fat loss isn’t just about losing weight 04.04.2024

This is a slightly controversial one, but I felt it needed saying.

#018 - Why Whoops Suck, Gamifying Fitness & Why You Give Up After a Week 21.03.2024

Episode 18 of the pod brings us to fitness trackers - the good, the bad, and the ugly.

#017 - Lee Liddiard-Smith: Unconventional Training vs. Bodybuilding, Training for BJJ & How Safe is Weightlifting? 20.03.2024

In this episode me and Lee dive into the viability of strength training long term, why bodybuilding just wasn't for him and how he strengthens his body for Jiu-Jitsu

#016 - Why the last few pounds are the hardest to lose & how significant is scale weight? 14.03.2024

In this episode I discuss why losing weight becomes progressively harder, and whether what the figure on the scale says actually matters.

#015 - Eddie Abbew (again), The Cult Mentality & Lessons from Coaching 06.03.2024

I deep dive into Eddie Abbew's blow up, how he manages to create a cult following and some lessons I've learned from coaching.

#014 - Cardio vs. Strength Training, What Actually IS Conditioning & Why Optimality is for Robots 26.02.2024

In this episode I discuss the merit of both cardio and weight training, which I would choose if I could only pick one and why optimality in the gym isn't always the best option.

#013 - Hayley Bell: Training around your Cycle, Why Strength Training is the Way for Women & Fanny Sweat on your Leggings 15.02.2024

In this episode me and Hayley discuss strength training for women - how it should be structured, getting in the gym without worrying about stares or judgement and just how accurate the information surrounding training around your cycle really is.

#012 - Dr. Bijan from Kettlebell Athletes: Proaction, not Reaction for Healthcare, The Power of the Kettlebell & The Importance of Movement 09.02.2024

In this episode me and Dr. Bijan deep dive into the healthcare system, the power of kettlebell training and much more.

#011 - Paddy Edison: The Importance of Quality Nutrition, Being Open to Change & The Cost of Bad Habits 08.02.2024

This episode is an absolute goldmine for anyone looking to level up their nutrition, their mindset around eating and training and learning about how coaches operate. I'm joined by Paddy, a coach and athlete from Liverpool who's regimented routine has earned him a huge social media following.

#010 - Jordan Stafford: The Power of Positivity, Winning Mental Battles & Lessons from Life as an Athlete 07.02.2024

In this episode I talk with Jordan Stafford, a coach local to me who has completed a 100-mile race, is taking on a 215-mile race later in the year, and the founder of 'Average to Athlete'.

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