The Shredded Show

Ramadan is here and this is a time when a lot of people struggle with their fitness goals whilst fasting in the holy month. In this episode i am joined by Essa Al Ansari from Dubai, Essa is a motivational speaker, businessman and has been through an INCREDIBLE weight loss journey himself losing 87kg in just over 4 years! Some of the points we discussed are: Why its important to have a goal during...

Jason is a fascinating man, one of the OG’s of the crossfit world he came out of nowhere in 2008 to win the Crossfit games and become the fittest man on earth! Amongst being a crossfit superstar Jason is a father, author and business owner! In this episode myself and Dan Simmons discuss with Jason what the AMRAP mentality really means. Some of the other points we discussed are: Has crossfit become...

Ben Mudge is a fellow Fitness Trainer who was born with the genetic illness Cystic Fibrosis. Ben made the choice a long time ago to make this weakness a strength! Ben is one of the most respected personal trainers in the industry and I am delighted to speak with him for the first time on the podcast! Heres some of the things we talked about in today’s podcast. Going from working on Game Of Thrones...

So this is something I never thought i would be recording. One of my greatest friends talking about how they contracted the disease which has put the world on lockdown! Listen in as Faisal talks us through how he caught COVID19 in Morocco, 1 of only 20 cases in the country! Then had to get emergency transport back to the UK and then has eventually recovered despite now suffering with facial palsy....

So this was a blast, Rob Kearney is the first man to come out as an openly gay professional strong man. Rob is at the top of his game having competed at the Worlds Strongest Man, Arnold Classic and numerous other events. He also holds several North American Records in Strongman! This is a fascinating conversation as we talk about Robs move into strongman, how he gained 45kg in bodyweight across hi...

So we are now coming to the end of week 3 of the lockdown in the UK and it looks like it will be extended for a while more. I thought it would be incredibly prudent to offer some tips on how to not just survive but thrive mentally during this period. I had the pleasure of having Aaron from Mental Health muscle onto the podcast to discuss his top 4 tips which are: Keeping A Daily Structure Perspect...

So in this episode of The Powercast we have my lovely client Ceire Meager on the show. We discuss how she manages student life alongside getting world class results working with CJ Coaching. Ceire shares her top tips from her own experience and our coaching of how she has got great results whilst enjoying her student life. We also delve into Ceire new career as a personal trainer and how she has n...

So this is Brians THIRD appearance on the podcast! Brian is the main man when it comes to mindset and positivity! He is an incredible author and his book rewire your mindset is a must read! In this awesome episode myself and Brian discuss: The Importance Of Structure & Daily Routine How we BOTH use exercise to alter our mood for the better How confidence is built by keeping small promises to y...

So the WORLD is on lock down and people are struggling in a lot of areas! This is why I wanted to share my 10 ESSENTIAL TIPS for Reducing Stress & Thriving in QUARANTINE My Top 10 Tips Are: Exercise Daily Sunshine, Grounding and Connecting With Nature Nasal Breathing Facetime Someone Read, Learn and Expand Your Mind Create an ACTION plan Cook With Your Family Unplug from the WORLD Nourish Your...

So the UK has just closed all gyms across the country so now is the time to get you killing it on your home or outdoor workout program. This is just a challenge not an excuse, don’t get a victims mentality from this situation. In this episode we discuss our top 5 tips to get Shredded at home during the Corona Lock Down. These include: Using Iso metric training Using manual Resistance Using band re...

This was a blast, Frank is an incredible trainer from the Netherlands who I met in Florida earlier in the year! He runs a hugely successful fitness business with THOUSANDS of clients all within the Netherlands, he has learnt from some of the best trainers and business coaches in the world! Listen in on his story! In this episode we discuss the following: -  Who is the mysterious Frank Den Bla...

So in this episode of the podcast I share my journey of having the flattest feet you’ve probably ever seen and how Muscle Activation Therapy specialist Ryan Phillips helped me overcome this challenged! In this episode we discuss the following:-  What is MAT-  How this has helped Charlies flat feet-  Why do muscles become inhibited and turned off- How to activate muscles and turn them back on- Why...

So Dr Mike Banna is a GP and also helps to train GP’s so he has a fascinating perspective on the health/fitness world. What makes Mike even more fascinating is the fact he has lost half of his bodyweight in the last 5 years and has been through an incredible journey In this episode we discuss the following: -  Mikes journey in the fitness industry -  Losing over half his bodyweight what...

Phil Learney is one of the Real Old G’s of the UK Fitness scene having been in the industry for 20 plus years. Phil has a plethora of experience and has transitioned from one of central Londons LEADING trainers, to the trainers coach with his awesome business the Advanced Coaching Academy, Phil is on the forefront of all things fitness and business. In this episode we discuss: ·  The “Best Di...

So in this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with great friend and mentor Dr Dean St Mart PHD. Dean is an intensely fascinating and knowledgeable individual. Deans knowledge is second to none as is his mission to educate and help people. In this episode we discuss the following: ◦  Where it all began from World Champion kickboxer to bodybuilding ◦  How Dean First became involved wit...

So in this episode I had the pleasure of having a guy I looked up to hugely when I was younger on the podcast and that is Mr Neale Cranwel! Neale was the main man on the Active Channel which was a hugely popular channel on TV and he showcased some incredible knowledge One of the most fascinating aspects of Neales journey is the fact that he actually broke his back and was nearly paralysed from a m...

So in this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Nic Jowett, Nic first completed Shreddin8 in July last year and finished with an INSANE transformation and was a runner up for the program! He has just finished his second round of Shreddin8 which was focusing on more of a bulking phase! This is an awesome episode which gives you an insight into how much this program has changed his life in ju...

So in this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with head of Coaching at CJ Coaching Jeremy aka Custom Physique We discuss the following: ·  What online training is all about ·  Why a lot of personal trainers don’t get results ·  The Acceler8 program ·  The reason some online clients wont get results! ·  Why finding a support network with online training is the key! · &n...

So in this episode I had the pleasure of being interviewed by David Hession on his podcast, I open up and talk about my passions to inspire and help others. Who I am, how I started and where I want to go in the future. Listen in! If you take value from the podcast please share it on social media! Also please make sure to leave a 5 star review! I will be picking one person at random who leave a rev...

So in this episode I run through my TOP 10 TIPS to make the most of your transformation program! To hear all of the tips listen to the episode to the end and have a pen ready! Here is an idea of some of the topics I cover: ·  What to eat and when ·  How to optimise your sleep ·  When you should train ·  What’s sabotaging your diet ·  The importance of supplementa...

This is an incredible episode in which we talk about how getting in the best shape of your life can then give you confidence to become the person you want to be, Adi has taken the confidence he learnt from Shreddin8 to completely change the direction of his life. Adi’s goals from what he learnt winning Shreddin8 are to now become a world class personal trainer and change other peoples lives which...

Having just returned from a LIFE CHANGING trip to the USA I want to discuss with you the GAME of Skill Acquisition I run through this life changing trip which lasted  3 weeks which has seen me travel through Tampa, Clearwater and Nashville in the USA, then to Glasgow and HOME! Listen in as I explain some of the amazing experiences I had an how this will impact my life for years to come alongs...

So welcome to Dan Simmons who is the latest coach of CJ Coaching to join the team! In this episode of the powercast we discuss ·  How you cant out train a bad diet ·  Finding your trigger point to change your life ·  How Dan transitioned into Crossfit and flourished in a competitive environment ·  The importance of mobility for performance and longevity ·  Dans top tips to...

In this episode of the Powercast I give you some straight up advice on WHY your not achieving your goals! If your currently living an AVERAGE life, this is your chance to change, you need to get OBSESSED with your goal and vision of who you want to be! Don’t deny the greatness that is possible for you! Please make sure to leave a 5 star review! I will be picking one person at random who leave a re...

Becky is one of the most inspiring people I have ever met, her positive outlook on life and dealing with a challenging situation is truly incredible! Listen in on this episode of how she started her transformation with me whilst working through one of the biggest challenges anyone could ever face. We discuss: ·  How to take control of the situation ·  Why you need to stay super fit post...