The Virtus Podcast

"The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place." - George Bernard Shaw Communication is the key to building successful relationships, thriving in life and leading your tribe. If there's one thing that you can focus on to improve the quality of relationships at home, school, work or society, learn how to communicate more effectively. As Lachie says, make commun...

Change is the only constant.  We are living in a world that is constantly evolving and shifting. Our ability to adapt to change will enable us to continue moving toward the things we want to achieve.  In this episode, we chat about the changes we are seeing in the world right now, strategies on how to overcome change and how we need to look at change differently.  This is a good one. Enjoy.  _____...

We've spoken before about the power of community. A group of people, supporting you to achieve your goals, whilst allowing you to express yourself as an individual.  Well, this is a special episode for us. We recorded this live with a few members of our amazing community, the Virtus Family.  It's with pride and gratitude that we get to present this episode of the Virtus Podcast to you. We hope you...

This theme of this episode is close to our hearts and is something that we are both passionate about. We're talking about Mental Health. The impact of mental health on our community during this pandemic is something that we hope to address and move the needle on.  In this conversation, we speak about the power of community, how to cultivate positive mental resources and a few strategies that you u...

Energy is our capacity to do work. It is what enables us to show up in our relationships, training, work and life in general. Having an understanding of what our energy demands are, as well as knowing where we can generate energy, allows us to live the life we want to live.    In this episode of the Virtus Podcast, we talk about what energy is, inflows and outflows, how boundaries can help us gene...

The Big Rocks are the foundations of good health. They are the low hanging fruit that enables us to thrive if we give them enough energy and attention.    In this episode, we discuss what the Big Rocks are and some strategies on how to improve these areas. This is an extremely valuable episode with a few gems that, if implemented, may help you make big improvements in how you feel.    Enjoy!   ___...

Systems provide us with a framework that we can use to create good practices, makes something better and reach our goals. They are transferrable processes that we can employ to overcome challenges in our lives.    In this episode, the boys define what Systems for Success means, how this informs what success is and what you can do to implement systems in your own life.    Enjoy!   ________________...

Self Leadership is holding yourself to a standard and doing the things you say you would do. It is an act of integrity by doing the things that we said we would do. It is about leading yourself toward the person you want to become.   In this episode, we break down what self leadership means to us, and how we can cultivate this in our day-to-day lives. Enjoy!   __________________________   Resource...

Resilience is our ability to overcome challenges and bounce back from adversity. When we face change, uncertainty or stress, resilience enables us to deal with negative emotions. It involves adaptation and can be developed through our behaviours, thoughts and actions.   In the first episode of Season 2, we discuss what resilience is, our own experiences and strategies that you can use to build res...

Here we go...   The Virtus Podcast is back for season 2.    After some time off, we have decided to relaunch the Virtus Podcast with a few differences. With co-hosts Lachlan Wallace and Simon Cooper, we will be talking to you about how to overcome adversity and set yourself up for success during these challenging times.  We hope you enjoy and leave with some practical strategies on how to live a h...

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A dive back into some short form content! This weeks chat is about how we make the most of the moment, rather than yearning for what is no more. Enjoy

A dive back into some short form content! This weeks chat is about Hope.  Enjoy

A dive back into some short form content! This weeks chat is about the importance of doing hard things, especially when you'd rather take the easy way out, Enjoy

A special edition podcast, in isolation at the minute, so thought I'd jump on and give a photographic account of the journey we have been on with Virtus over the years! If you're listening to this, then use your imagination to think about what the photos may look like!  The video is available via youtube via this link www.virtusperformance.com  for all Virtus Information! Enjoy Part 1: Inception t...

We are in crazy times. We don't know what's going to happen tomorrow and it is genuinely freaking people out. It's all we are talking about it, so I figured another 30 minutes wouldn't hurt. I chat about the effect it's had on the gym, how I'm feeling, what I believe is important and what we can choose to focus on in these uncertain times. This too shall pass.  Be amazing. Find Virtus on Facebook:...

After some positive feedback I'm back for some Solo Chats with Wallace. A 20 minute riff where I touch on my journalling practice and why I love to write.  If you enjoy this format, let me know and we will do it more often. Be amazing. Find Virtus on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/virtusperformance/ Follow Virtus on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/virtusperformance/ Follow Virtus Podcas...

Shaun aka Picto is a man of simple pleasures. A rockstar in his own right, with the humility and work ethic not usually found with that tag. Time spent with Picto is time well spent and this hour was no exception. His mindset and outlook on life is one that makes this world a better place to be.  I'm excited to share this as no doubt there will be plenty of gems taken from this chat!  To find Pict...

I thought I'd try something a little different for podcast 101.  A 30 minute riff where I touch on a bit of everything.  If you enjoy this format, let me know and we will do it more often. Be amazing. Find Virtus on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/virtusperformance/ Follow Virtus on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/virtusperformance/ Follow Virtus Podcast on Instagram:  https://www.instag...

In this very special 100th official episode of the Virtus Performance podcast, we joined forces with the G.O.A.T Rick Mirabella of Runnez Fame, and the magnificent Jarryd 'Moo' Palser of doing lots of great things fame, to discuss mental health. More specifically Pulse's journey with his own battles and triumphs. After being diagnosed with depression in 2019, I have been in awe of how moo has cont...

There is a lot more to Byron than you might expect, we spent some time diving into how his mind works and how this dad, football superstar and lifelong experimenter likes to live his life! I'm excited to share this as no doubt there will be plenty of gems taken from this chat!  Find Virtus on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/virtusperformance/ Follow Virtus on Instagram:  https://www.instagram....

What a conversation with this wonderful human. After spending 7 months in Burundi, Jordy is back on the Peninsula and I was fortunate enough to sit down and chat about his experience over there, his philosophies, challenges and lessons.  I'm excited to share this as no doubt there will be plenty of gems taken from this chat!  Find Virtus on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/virtusperformance/ Fo...

Today on the podcast, Part III of the Parenthood Series with Sam and Eliza Keck, flanked by their wonderful 8 month old twins Hazel and Murphy.  In Episode 72 Tommy and I sat down with these expectant parents to discuss their expectations, excitement, fears and plans. In Episode 88 a few weeks before the twins were born I sat down with Eliza and Sam and we discussed the pregnancy, and how their ex...

Today on the podcast, we welcome James Baldwin, Gin Barron, Fairy Gin Mother, Part-Owner of the local GIN. brand taking the peninsula (and soon the world) by storm. Drops of Juniper. And distribution company Four Pours. James is a leader, business owner and contributor to the world becoming a better place. We discussed his time in the army, his journey to the peninsula and some of the lessons that...

Today on the podcast, we welcome Marcel McCarthy, Owner of the digital marketing agency OneToo.   Marcel is here to help people and create things. He is making waves in our community and helping many businesses level up, share their message and connect with humans.  He is also responsible for The Ninch.  A (soon to launch) one stop shop guide to the Mornington Peninsula (The best place in the worl...