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Welcome to the Performance Physique Podcast. Our goal is to help you get faster, fitter, healthier, and happier quicker by bringing science to running, training, nutrition, and fitness. Hosted by Performance Coach, Arj Thiruchelvam, we offer practical tips, expert interviews, and deep dives into the latest research. Regularly featured in the Guardian, Times, The BBC, Women's Fitness and other features for his clear and correct advice! Follow us on @performance_physique or head to our website ...
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Join me, Arj Thiruchelvam, as I team up with Rakeem Omar on the BBC WM Breakfast show. 🎙️🏃‍♂️ In this episode, we dive deep into the Great Run Birmingham Half-Marathon, uncovering strategies to conquer those 13.1 miles with finesse. From pacing to nutrition, gear to mental resilience, we’ve got you covered. 🌟 🏅 Whether you’re a seasoned runner aimi…
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Join me, Arj Thiruchelvam, alongside the dynamic BBC Radio London host Shay Kaur Grewal, as we revisit the exhilarating 2024 London Marathon. 🌟 In this episode (aired on April 22, 2024), we take a deep dive into post-race recovery. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a first-timer, these insights are gold. Here’s what’s on the menu: Reflecting …
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🎙️ Breaking News from the London Marathon Finish Line! 🏃‍♂️🎉 Get ready, runners and enthusiasts! 🎧🏅 I’m Arj Thiruchelvam, your BBC London Sports Expert, and I’m thrilled to bring you an electrifying episode LIVE from the finish line of the 2024 London Marathon. 🌟 Join me and the incredible Radio Show Host, Shay Kaur-Grewal, as we stand at the epic …
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The final instalment from our London Marathon build up on BBC London. Join me, Coach Arj Thiruchelvam, alongside Radio Show Host Shay Kaur-Grewal, as we delve into the mental game of marathon running. In this week’s episode (aired on April 16, 2024), we explore the critical aspects of race day preparation, sports psychology, and conquering nerves a…
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Fueling Your Run: Expert Tips for the London Marathon Nutrition and Hydration Join me, Arj Thiruchelvam, alongside BBC Radio Show Host Shay Kaur-Grewal, as we dive into the essential aspects of London Marathon preparation. In this week’s episode (aired on April 2, 2024), we explore the critical role of nutrition, hydration, and supplements for both…
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Dominate your London Marathon training with BBC Radio London's expert guide! Join us each week as Performance Physique Head Coach, Arj Thiruchelvam chats with BBC Presenter Shay Kaur Grewal. Get actionable tips for both beginners and experienced runners, with a tailored plan for the final month before the big race. Learn about:** Goal setting and r…
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Capital Highlights with Arj Thiruchelvam: A Week in London - Marathons, Oscars, and More Join Arj Thiruchelvam on a riveting journey through the heart of London’s most talked-about events. In this episode, Arj, alongside BBC London’s Shay Kaur Grewal and special guest Frank Loman, delve into the exhilarating London Marathon, the glitz and glamour o…
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Arj Thiruchelvam on Trisha Goddard’s TalkTV Show: The Truth About Wellness Gummies vs TabletsPerformance Coach Arj Thiruchelvam from Performance Physique joins Trisha Goddard on TalkTV to debunk myths and share insights about Wellness Gummies and multi-vitamin tablets. In this episode, aired on 25th February 2024, Arj explains the effectiveness and…
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BBC WM | Slow, Easy Running with Arj Thiruchelvam and Trish Adudu: A Gateway to Fitness Join Trish Adudu and Arj Thiruchelvam on BBC WM as we delve into the world of Slow, Easy Running. We discuss a recent study that highlights its benefits and how it can be a stepping stone for those looking to get into running. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or…
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Ever dreamed of running the iconic London Marathon? But feeling overwhelmed by all the training advice? You're not alone! In this video, I'll unveil the overview of your training week designed for complete beginners to conquer the London Marathon, avoid costly mistakes, and cross the finish line pain-free! Over the next few weeks we'll cover specif…
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BBC Radio CWR | Fidgeting for Fitness with Trish Adudu A whistle stop tour with Trish Adudu on how we can work towards fitness over the festive period! 🔗 Ready to take your performance to the next level? Visit ⁠www.PerformancePhysique.co.uk⁠ and book your FREE discovery call today! 📞 Let's unleash your true potential together. 💪 Find us on ⁠Instagr…
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BBC Radio WM | Training for the Ironman: The Physical and Mental Challenges about the physical and mental challenges of training for and completing this grueling event. We discuss everything from the importance of endurance training to the mental toughness required to push through pain and fatigue. 🔗 Ready to take your performance to the next level…
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BBC London Arj Thiruchelvam, Roisin Dervish-O'Kane and Shay Kaur-Grewal 27/07/23 The week in review with Shay Kaur-Grewal, I was joining Roisin, the Editor of Women's Health Magazine to discuss women's health topics, new studies on isometric exercise and a couple of stories from the week! 🔗 Ready to take your performance to the next level? Visit ww…
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Staying fit and healthier as we age with Arj Thiruchelvam | BBC 5 Live Interview Join me, Arj Thiruchelvam, as I offer tips and insights on how to stay fit and healthy as we get older. In this live interview with Tony Livesy and Clare McDonnell on BBC Radio 5 Live, we discuss practical strategies to help you improve your health! Don't miss out on t…
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🎙️ Exciting News Talk with Carrie Grant! 📻 Don't miss this engaging conversation on BBC Radio London as we dive into the latest buzzworthy topics of the week! From the captivating drama of Threads to the intense competition at Wimbledon, and even a fascinating discussion on the legendary Marco Pantani. Plus, we uncover a guilty pleasure we can't re…
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Intermittent Fasting and Happiness My Interview with Shay Kaur Grewal on BBC LondonIn this interview, I discuss intermittent fasting, happiness, and the impact of Tina Turner with Shay Kaur Grewal. We talk about the benefits of intermittent fasting, how it can help you lose weight and improve your health, and why it might be a good option for you. …
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London Marathon Mindset Tips for Race Day with Arj Thiruchelvam | BBC 5 Live Interview Are you preparing for the London Marathon and looking to boost your mental resilience on race day? Join me, Arj Thiruchelvam, as I offer tips and insights on how to deal with pressure and anxiety, stay motivated, and maintain a strong mindset throughout the race.…
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The London Marathon Tips with Shay Kaur Grewal & Arj Thiruchelvam | BBC Radio London to unpick the science! - Nutrition for the London Marathon - Recovery from the London Marathon - Marathon Mindset A panel show from the 20th April 2023 hosted by Shay Kaur Grewal featuring Arj Thiruchelvam, Christian Wake and Steven Thomas. In this panel show from …
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BBC Radio WM | Walking for your Health I spoke with Mollie Green from BBC Radio to unpick the science! - Walking backwards burns more calories...really? - Move more for longevity - 4 Minute Mornings Hit Subscribe, make sure you click like! APPLY HERE: https://www.4weeks4kilos.com WEBSITE: https://www.PerformancePhysique.co.uk INSTAGRAM: https://www…
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BBC Radio WM | New Years Resolutions, Dieting, Aggressive Diets, 4 Weeks 4 Kilos I spoke with Ed Nell from BBC Radio on New Years Day to help listeners! - How to stick to your resolutions - Dieting Tips - What is aggressive dieting - Our successful 4 Weeks 4 Kilos programme Hit Subscribe, make sure you click like! If you want to conquer your nutrit…
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Trisha Goddard Interview on TalkTV Founder of Performance Physique, Arj Thiruchelvam speaks with Trisha Goddard about Christmas weight management. - Calories - Energy Management - Carbohydrate myths - Muscle Loss myths Hit Subscribe, make sure you click like If you want to conquer your nutrition and need a bit of help with weight loss then join the…
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What's the correct running gait and what is pronation? I was sent a few questions asking me to explain running pronation, what's the correct running technique / gait and whether you need some special shoes. Listen to this short episode to find out what you should be doing. Do you want to run faster, do you have a race or a charity run booked? Appli…
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Zone 2 Training for Runners, Cyclists and Triathletes I was sent a few questions about Zone 2 training and decided to try and answer them all in 4 minutes. Do not make the error of every training session you do being of average intensity - THAT'S THE WORST THING TO DO. Instead listen to this short episode to find out what you should be doing. Do yo…
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The Marathon is the pinnacle of endurance in the running calendar, but choosing what to eat and how are you going to get through it can seem daunting. In this BBC Radio interview with Lorna Bailey I'll be digging into: the science behind why we need to carbohydrate load, the best times for food intake on race day, breakfast ideas for all types of r…
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The London Marathon is one of the biggest events in the running calendar, but choosing what to eat and how are you going to get through it can seem daunting. In this episode I'll be digging into: the science behind why we need to carbohydrate load, the best times for food intake on race day, breakfast ideas for all types of runners, hydration strat…
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BBC Radio interview with Letitia George | London Marathon | Nutrition | Running | History of Performance Physique I was invited into the BBC Studios on the 4th September 2022 to sit down with Letitia George and discuss how to prepare for the London Marathon on the 2nd October, running safety, nutrition tips and also a little bit about the history o…
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This episode is taken from the BBC Radio Interview on the 16th April 2022 with Letitia George. In this episode I discuss: - My top tips for running The Great Birmingham Marathon - Biggest mistakes runners make - How far should you longest run be in half-marathon training - How I became a Performance Coach - How to get started with exercise and the,…
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The Impact of the Menstrual Cycle in Performance. In this episode we discuss the impact of the menstrual cycle on performance and how to get the most out of your training and how you really need to give yourself a break. Do you need support with exercise, nutrition around your menstrual cycle? Applications for coaching slots are open: https://perfo…
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The London Marathon 2021 Debrief Having had 2 runners successfully complete this year's London Marathon I am absolutely buzzing. This is the first time I've had two athlete's competing at the real not virtual event. Danny and Richard went and did themselves and I really proud! Clocking 2:46, a 7 minute PB from Danny is out of this world as well and…
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Strength Training for Runners If you're getting injured, you want to be able to run further or faster then you need to look at your strength training. I've built a specialist 8 week programme, that you can grab for 48% off by clicking the link below! Make sure you follow us on Instagram, Facebook or head to www.PerformancePhysique.co.uk --- Send in…
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How many reps and sets to build muscle plus why animal protein and dairy is often ideal This podcast is taken from a LIVE Q&A where I discuss: - The research of Schoenfeld & Krieger (2017) on how many repetitions and sets for optimal muscle growth. - Why animal and dairy protein is often discussed as ideal but there are alternatives - Natural Testo…
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How to return to the Gym and not get injured after lockdown! This episode is taken straight from a LIVE Q&A where I discuss options on how to return to training from lockdown, in the gym, on the running track and how to eat to repair and grow muscle! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/performancephysique/message…
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BEST NIKE?! IS PEGASUS TURBO 2 ZOOMX FOAM BETTER THAN ASICS? Everyone knows just how fast these shoes are making our athletes but how are these shoes good for reducing injuries like achilles tendinopathy and achilles tendonitis? Get a pair of NIKE Pegasus Turbo 2's ► https://tidd.ly/2Q5K3Jh SKIP TO YOUR SECTION: 00:00 - Start 00:22 - Introduction 0…
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IOC Talks BLM, Wayde Van Niekerk, Doping Bans | Performance Physique Podcast We delve into the latest developments in the track and field world of athletics. This week's episode covers Wayde Van Niekerk, Doping Bans and the IOC's stance on Black Lives Matters, plus a few extras! Listen to this with us now and don't forget to subscribe and follow us…
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An Athlete's Mindset and Winning with guest Phil Taylor | FNTC TV Season 2 Episode 1 Today we launch our second season of FNTC TV and what better way than to launch than with a chat with my old training partner and fitness professional, Phil Taylor (Vital Movement). We focus our conversation on an athlete's mindset and what it takes to win, this in…
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Here we are it's 2020 and it's time to preview Season 2 of the Performance Physique Podcast! It's an odd start to the year with a Global Pandemic, the impact on sports and the Olympics which sees Lavillenie, Kendricks and Duplantis broadcasting a Pole Vault competition on YouTube. Finally, we talk Michael Jordan's The Last Dance Documentary on Netf…
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We return with our fourth episode of FNTC TV / Friday Night Track Club and things are hotting up in the world of athletics and track and field even as the season ends and we head into the Winter. Nike Oregon Project, led by Alberto Salazar really kicks off with Mary Cain's claims, Seb Coe and the IAAF decide to scrap major athletics events like the…
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Our World Athletics Championships in Doha Debrief from the superb Dina Asher-Smith in the 100m and 200m to Sifan Hassan's dominance in the 1500m and 10,000m plus we break the Nike Oregon Project Scandal which currently involves Alberto Salazar and unfortunately casts a shadow over so many athletes and even UK Athletics. Let's jump straight in with …
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This episode we bring you up to speed to some of the action from the first 3 Days of the Doha World Athletics Championships. Don't forget to subscribe and follow us on: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/performance_physique/ Facebook www.Facebook.com/PerformancePhysique YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8heQ0G9RMY8XqedJgRjALQ Twitter www.…
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We return with our second episode of FNTC TV and it's the World Athletics Championships have arrived in Doha! I talk about the athletes to watch, Team GB's preparations for the heat and humidity of Doha and how the championships have already been surrounded in controversy and preluded by doping scandals once again! Watch this with us now and don't …
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This episode is a brief and I mean a very brief introduction to aggressive dieting. Disclaimer:WE DO NOT ADVISE ANYONE TO START A HEALTH, FITNESS OR NUTRITION PLAN BEFORE CONSULTING THEIR MD OR GP! In this episode we define what aggressive dieting is, how fast diets DON'T make you gain weight afterwards and we talk about a programme we are working …
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Today we launch our very first episode of FNTC TV and what better way than to launch than with an interview featuring two of the greatest Speed Coaches in the world today, Jonas Dodoo of Speedworks Training (coach of CJ Ujah, Reece Prescod & Daryll Neita plus many more) and Les Spellman of Spellman Performance (Quinnen Williams, Perry Baker, NFL an…
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This week I cover the amazing performances that took place at the Lausanne Diamond League, the effect exercise has on immune function and we chat about the development taking place at Performance Physique! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/performancephysique/message…
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If you’re getting back into running, contemplating past performances and doing a run like the Marathon, a 10k or your local Parkrun then take some advice from me. Don’t feel like running has to be a challenge or something you are justified against. Listen today. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/performancephysiqu…
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This week we have a quick update on Caster Semenya’s situation and talk about the World Relay Championships...EXCITING...Les Spellman is coming to the UK to hold a workshop with Jonas Dodoo...EXCITING and we give a sneak preview onto our FREE coaching service, also EXCITING!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/perfor…
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Casting a shadow over Caster Semenya. We discuss some of the points raised about Caster Semenya and the research that has been used by the IAAF in their case against her and DSD athletes. Learn more with us at performance physique. If you want exclusive training material make sure you follow us on Instagram at @performance_physique and head to our …
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Are we really offering the next generation, the best opportunity to develop their performance whilst also maximising their enjoyment in sport. I’ve witnessed some failures and I’m determined to deliver many successes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/performancephysique/message…
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