The Strength And Motion Show

The "breakfast is the most important meal" myth started with a cereal ad, not a scientist, and definitely not your body. Navs and Josh get into the great breakfast debate is skipping it the smart move, or is intermittent fasting doing more harm than good for busy Midland adults? They unpack who fasting actually works for, why total daily protein and calories matter more than timing, and what to ea...

Most people get told to "stretch your hip flexors and strengthen your glutes" for back pain, Navs and Josh explain why that advice barely scratches the surface. This week Navs brings the data-driven breakdown of the four pelvic patterns behind most back pain, while Josh unpacks the emotional and postural side of it, right down to the "old man slouch." Together they walk through...

From the butcher on Great Eastern Highway to the Asian grocer near Coles, this is where Midland locals actually shop. Navs and Josh, break down their entire Midland meal prep system, the supermarkets and butchers they actually use, real weekly grocery budgets, and the kitchen workflow that gets a full week of food done in under two hours. Navs brings the numbers: exact prices, exact budgets, exact...

You don't need a new program. You need ten habits you'll actually still be doing in a year. Navs and Josh break down the 10 fitness habits they see working over and over with SMA members in Midland, steps, protein, strength training, sleep, mobility, and the mindset shift that makes it all stick. Navs brings the numbers, Josh brings the "why," and between them you get a plan that...

If you're a bloke in your 40s who knows you should be training but doesn't know where to start, or keeps starting and stopping, Navs and Josh have built this episode specifically for you. They cover what's actually changing in your body after 40 (testosterone, muscle mass, metabolism, recovery), the three mistakes men keep making when they try to get back into training, and a clear thr...

Most women in the Perth Hills who've been doing cardio for years still aren't seeing the results they're working so hard for, and this episode explains exactly why. Navs and Josh break down why chronic cardio isn't the answer for women over 40, and what strength training actually does for your metabolism, hormones, bone density, and sleep. Navs brings the data, including why most w...

Most people aren't failing because of a bad programme, they're failing because of bad patterns, and most of them don't know it yet. In this episode, Navs and Josh break down exactly what separates clients who get results from those who don't, after coaching thousands of people across nine years at SMA in Midland. Josh gets honest about two real coaching mistakes he made and what he...

Most people are either doing too much cardio the wrong way, or avoiding it completely, this episode explains both. Navs and Josh break down the Cardio Blueprint: what cardio actually does for your heart, lungs and recovery, how much you genuinely need each week according to Australian physical activity guidelines, and why most people fail to hit even half of that. They walk through the Zone 2 base...

Building muscle is one thing. Building muscle that actually works is another conversation entirely. In this episode, Navs and Josh break down the difference between aesthetic muscle and functional muscle and why most people are chasing the wrong one. They cover the three types of strength, how your muscles operate in integrated chains rather than in isolation, and what happens to your body when th...

If you've been lifting consistently but still feel like you're not putting on muscle, or you're getting stronger on paper but your body doesn't look or feel any different, this episode will help explain why. A lot of people either chase heavier weights thinking size will follow, or they focus on looking bigger without building the strength to back it up. These are actually two sepa...

If you've been stretching regularly but still feel tight, sore, or restricted in the same places, this episode will clear up a lot of confusion. Many people think they just need to stretch more, hold positions longer, or add yoga to their routine when the real issue is why the body is holding tension in the first place, and what it actually takes to change that. This is Episode 37 of The Stren...

If you’ve been training, working hard, and trying to stay consistent all year but still feel like progress comes in waves, this episode will feel familiar. Sometimes what helps most isn’t another program or goal, but hearing how other people actually navigated the year, what worked, what didn’t, and what they learned along the way. This is Episode 36 of the Strength and Motion Podcast, a relaxed e...

If you’ve been training for a while but still feel weak, stiff, or unsure whether you’re actually getting stronger, this episode will clear up a lot of confusion. Many people think they need more strength training, heavier weights, or more core work, when the real issue is how their body moves and how they’re applying strength in the first place. This is Episode 35 of the Strength and Motion Podca...

If you’ve been trying to lose fat but feel stuck, confused, or like your effort isn’t matching your results, this episode will help you understand what actually matters and what doesn’t. In Episode 34 of The Strength and Motion Show, we walk through our Fat Loss Blueprint, the same approach we use with everyday people at Strength & Motion Academy who want to lose fat, feel better, and stay con...

Welcome back to the Strength in Motion show, an audio experience designed to bring education about functional fitness and better routines into your life. This episode focuses on events and races, aiming to inspire listeners to pick an event and train effectively for it. Key Discussions:1. Becoming Your Own Physio:- The episode revisits the concept of becoming your own physiotherapist, discussing i...

Welcome back to the Strength and Motion show, an audio experience aimed at enhancing your understanding of functional fitness and better routines. Key Discussions:1. Brain Health and Optimization:- The episode revisits discussions on brain health, focusing on common mental challenges and strategies to enhance cognitive function and stress management.2. Being Your Own Physio:- The hosts discuss the...

Welcome to the episode, where the focus is on understanding the brain as the control center from an evolutionary standpoint. The discussion highlights how the brain has enabled humans to overcome limitations and achieve self-discovery and innovation. Key Discussions: 1. Meditation and MindfulnessThe episode delves into how meditation and mindfulness can physically change the brain by impacting bra...

Welcome back to the Strength and Motion show, an audio experience aimed at integrating functional fitness into daily life. This episode delves into the topic of inflammation, a crucial part of the body's defense mechanism. Key Discussions1. Understanding Inflammation Inflammation is described as the body's response to harmful stimuli, initiating the healing process. There are two main type...

The episode begins by addressing the confusion in the fitness world due to the overload of information and the mix of various training techniques without proper structure. The hosts introduce the Strength in Motion show, which aims to educate listeners on functional fitness and better routines. Key Discussions Balancing Time and Energy Management The episode focuses on the challenges of managing t...

Welcome back to the Strength in Motion show, an audio experience dedicated to bringing education about functional fitness and better routines into your life. The episode begins by revisiting the previous discussion on hydration hacks and habits. Key Discussions: Functional Training vs. Traditional Strength Training The episode delves into the debate between functional training and traditional stre...

In this episode of the Strength in Motion show, the hosts delve into the often overlooked but crucial topic of hydration. They aim to provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of hydration's role in health and fitness, debunk common myths, and offer practical advice for optimizing hydration. Key Discussions Introduction to Hydration: The episode begins by highlighting the importance...

Welcome back to the Strength in Motion show, an audio experience focused on functional fitness and better routines. The episode kicks off with a recap of the previous discussion on fitting fitness into a busy lifestyle. The episode explores the culture of bulking and cutting, highlighting the stress and inefficiency of such cycles. Emphasis is placed on the benefits of maintaining a lean physique...

Welcome back to the Strength in Motion show, an audio experience dedicated to bringing functional fitness and better routines into your life. This episode focuses on the theme of Fitting in Fitness, exploring how to integrate fitness into a busy lifestyle. Key Discussions Understanding Time Management in Fitness The episode begins by addressing the common misconception that people overestimate wha...

Welcome back to the show! This is the first recording of 2025, and the hosts are excited to bring fresh content after a brief break. The podcast, Strength in Motion, aims to educate listeners on functional fitness and better routines. Key Discussions: The Reality of Fitness Influencers: The episode delves into the misleading information often propagated by fitness influencers and the unrealistic e...

Welcome to Episode 23 of the Strength and Motion Show, a podcast dedicated to a holistic and functional approach to health and fitness. This episode focuses on the importance of sleep, exploring myths and truths about how much sleep we really need. Key Discussions: The Four Pillars of Health: Recap of the foundational pillars: movement, nutrition, sleep, and stress. Emphasis on the importance of f...