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The pursuit of mind and body mastery is a lifelong journey. The team at The Better Body Collective is on a mission to help as many people as possible use their physical transformation as a vehicle to excel in all areas of life. A one-stop-shop for the actionable tips and strategies you need to optimise nutrition and training with a health first approach.
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Better Body Radio Is Back! In todays episode, we wanted to take the opportunity to update you on the new episode format, as well as update you on what’s new within the collective. APPLY FOR COACHING: https://betterbodycollective.typeform.com/to/NZBjBnuu WEBSITE: https://www.betterbodycollective.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/betterbodycolle…
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In todays episode, coaches Ross & Charlie explain why we ought to know about Relative Energy Deficiency, and how it applies to our role as coaches. Thanks, subscribe to the podcast to get notified when the latest episode is published! APPLY FOR COACHING: https://betterbodycollective.typeform.com/to/Rp8b6r If you have any questions you'd like to ask…
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Today I am excited to be joined by James Sutton, Lead Educator in Exercise Mechanics at The Muscle Mentors, industry leaders in physique coaching and education. James is a trainer of trainers, a mentor for many PT’s in the industry with an incredible amount of time & experience under his belt. In fact, James worked alongside Calum Raistrick at M10 …
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In todays episode, coaches Ross & Charlie discuss the perils of social comparison when it comes to your physique goals, along with the importance of taking actions in the identity of the person you're trying to become. Thanks, please comment, like and subscribe! APPLY FOR COACHING: https://betterbodycollective.typeform... WEBSITE: https://www.bette…
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/Nick built the knowledge, tools and experience to overcome his own struggles, and now helps others to do the same. Fitness Rebels was established in 2020, where Nick offers a number of valuable services to clients and the industry alike. I’ve heard nothing but good things about The Fitness Rebels Mentorship, and his podcast Fitness Rebels Radio ha…
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Doing the same things over and over in the gym that aren't producing tangible results truly is the definition of training insanity. Coaches Ross and Charlie go in on what this really means, along with some thoughts and suggestions about how you may start to get the most our of your sessions at the gym. Instagram: @betterbodycollective @coachrossgil…
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Tracking calories and macros is a massively important part of achieving body composition success... But tracking will not be appropriate for each individual or all of the time. Coaches Ross & Charlie discuss some non-tracking strategies you can implement whether you're trying to achieve a physique transformation or maintain your results. Instagram:…
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Today we are joined by Paul Standell, who I think should be called Paul “Standup Comedy” as he’s equal parts the comedian as he is an incredibly intelligent coach. Paul runs his own online coaching business, Body By Control, which helps clients ranging from beginner fat loss all the way through to photoshoot and physique competition condition. I me…
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We are joined today by coach, educator and Co-Founder of The Muscle Mentors, Luke Hoffman. Luke has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to adding serious muscle to his clients physiques. I asked Luke to share a little on his origins into the fitness industry, delve into some of the potential flaws in the traditional hypertrophy model, and share his…
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Today we are joined by bodyweight ninja and veteran Strength & Conditioning coach, Meghan Callaway. Meghan has been coaching clients in-person for over 17 years and online for over 4 years. A prolific fitness blogger and content creator, Meghan is helping thousands of people from over 100 countries worldwide with her notorious training plans “The U…
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Better Body Radio is back for the first time in 2021! We've been doing a lot of work behind the scenes, including wrapping up the filming of our first education offering for coaches, The Muscle Mechanics Mentorship. Coach Ross explains the drive and why behind creating the mentorship, along with diving into the details of what's involved and how yo…
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Today we are joined by Michael Goulden, Owner and Lead Educator at Integra, a London-based private studio delivering personal training & education. His client roster includes creative professionals, recreational and professional athletes, as well as fellow exercise professionals who want to take their own training to the next level. Alongside his c…
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Better Body Co-Founders Ross & Malin have an off the cuff discussion about the key differences between personal training and coaching. Neither is inherently better, but we feel it's important that the fitness consumer can differentiate in order to hire a coach or trainer that best suits their needs. Looking to start your coaching journey? Click the…
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In today’s episode, we welcome Kitty Blomfield to Better Body Radio. Kitty is quite the character, so it’s easy to see with her authentic and energetic persona why she has such a loyal following. She coaches woman how to break free from restrictive diets, restore their metabolism and build bodies they love with carbs, real food and strength trainin…
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In today’s episode, we welcome the Fitness Maverick himself Gareth Sapstead to Better Body Radio. He’s been helping people from all walks of life get strong and look good naked since 2005. Gareth is a CSCS Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach, Physique Coach, problem solver and forward-thinker who has accrued tens of thousands of in-person coach…
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The fitness industry bombards us with countless posts around the best way to sustain a calorie deficit, incredible physique transformations and food swap infographics. So we wanted to discuss an equally important aspect of nutrition and food relationships... Why It's ok not to diet! Coach Ross is back sharing his thoughts and insights in this area …
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On today’s episode I’m stoked to welcoming Nathan Johnson to Better Body Radio. Nathan is an online coach who specialises in helping the general population achieve jaw-dropping body, mind and life transformations. Now that Nath has made the decision to build his own online coaching business, aptly named Autonomy, I wanted to get in a call to chat a…
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Social media bombards us with whats seems like endless posts and information on calorie deficits and how to sustain them. But what about those who need to consume a sizeable amount of calories to gain muscle mass, yet find the task an arduous one? Todays episode is all about strategies for successfully consuming higher calorie intakes. Connect with…
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Andrew Coates joins us on Better Body Radio to share lessons from over 10 years working as a trainer in the fitness industry and how ended up writing for well known fitness industry websites like T-Nation and TrueCoach. Full of great insights, this is not an episode to miss. Instagram: @andrewcoatesfitness…
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Every personal trainer and online coaches nightmare... the festive period! But does it need to be, for anyone involved? Coach Ross shares his thoughts how to approach the month of December which inevitably tends to be filled with Xmas parties and social events. Connect With Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterbodycollective/…
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Are you guilty of program hopping? Coach Ross dives in to exactly what this means, why people do it, and what you likely would be better doing instead. Want to learn more about working with us? Tap the link below to find out more about the process or if you know you want to apply for coaching, tap "Work With Us". https://betterbodycollective.com/be…
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Todays podcast was a special episode, as we recorded episode #34 of Better Body Radio live on Instagram TV, doubling up as The Better Body Weekly Live #17. Coach Ross discusses some of the nuances around how many sets you need to effectively stimulate maximal muscle growth. Follow Us On Instagram: @betterbodycollective. Click the link in our bio to…
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This is a special episode where we welcome Better Body client Ross Hendry onto the show. After reaching 52 weeks into his latest coaching journey, we ask Ross to reflect and look back on the year. He shares his experience of the coaching process, the challenges he's faced and his biggest win from this past year. Today's episode gives a great accoun…
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Coaches Mark & Ross discuss a situation which is unfortunately an occurrence for many seeking to improve their body composition... Falling Of The Wagon! What should you do if you deviate from your coaching plan? How do we handle these occasions as coaches? Tune in to Episode 31 to find out! Find us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify and Android. …
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Today we are joined by the Muscle Mindset Coach Matt Peacock. Matt is an International Online Coach who helps men optimise their muscle, mindset and metabolism in order to lead their most fulfilled life. In part 1 of this 2-part interview, Matt and Coach Ross dive into Matt's background in the industry, as well as the tools and strategies Matt util…
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Should we be looking to DNA testing for guiding our Nutrition & Training decisions? Coaches Ross & Mark discuss exactly this in todays episode. What does it involve? What does the evidence suggest? Tune in to hear our thoughts in this short episode. @betterbodycollective Want to learn more about working with us? CLICK THE LINK IN OUR BIO…
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In Part 2 with Kassem Hanson, we ask him to define Progressive Overload and explore some of different examples within the topic. We also discuss matching an individuals nutrition with training demands. N1 Education are soon releasing their course on Progressive Overload, so keep your eyes peeled for that! Instagram: @coach_kassem @n1.education @n1.…
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In this 2-Part Series, we are excited to host Kassem Hanson., founder of N1 Education, and widely regarded as an industry thought leader who educates coaches on individualised biomechanics, Program Design and Nutrition. Kassem has gained huge respect across the industry for his incredible knowledge of biomechanics, especially as it pertains to maxi…
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In todays short episode, Coach Ross covers the concept of utilising deloads within or between training cycles and blocks. What is a deload? Why should we implement them? And when is it appropriate to do so? If you’re someone who’s hit the wall recently, feeling constantly fatigued or you’re starting to pick up little niggles every other session, th…
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Today we are joined by Richie Kirwan, a Ph.D. Researcher focusing on the areas of Diet, Exercise, Sarcopenia & Heart Disease. He’s also an active online coach and owner of Be More Nutrition, with the ultimate goal of helping his clients to Be More for the rest of their lives. Richie is a strong believer in making healthy food delicious for his clie…
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Emilia Thompson PhD joins coach Ross for todays episode to share some thoughts around areas of coaching which are often largely neglected in the fitness industry. Mindfulness, Self Compassion, Gratitude & Behaviour Change are all aspects of coaching which are equally evidence-based as their nutritional counterparts. Emilia is widely respected acros…
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Welcome back to The Better Body Radio Show! Today, coaches Ross & Mark discuss the appropriate use of meal plans with general population clients. When is it appropriate? How long should they be used for? When should clients move away from meal plans? We cover the above and more in this quick episode. @betterbodycollective…
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We are joined today by Rhian Adams, a Dubai based coach who specialises in helping mothers to stay healthy through pregnancy and become fit strong mums. With over 15 years working in the industry, Rhian has an immense resume of qualifications and certifications. She's a qualified Doula, Precision Nutrition Level 2 Coach and Level 3 Certified Pre an…
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We are joined today by Jayne O’Toole, A Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach, and MNU Certified Nutritionist. Jayne runs her Online Nutrition Consulting business Real Nutrition, with her work driven by a Passion to Educate, Support & Empower her clients to achieve significant and lasting changes. Jayne offers a wide range of services, from online coac…
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In today's episode of the Better Body Radio Show, coaches Ross and Mark discuss the concepts of Training Volume and Intensity. There's become somewhat of a divide, with a couple of prominent camps or schools of thought on what the main driver of muscle hypertrophy actually is. On one side, training volume is seen as the golden ticket, whilst on the…
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Today we are joined today by Kristy Lea Murrell, an online nutrition coach and owner of Mind Your Fitness, helping woman to accept that it’s ok to want change whilst still loving who you are right now. Kristy is a secondary school teacher of Psychology and English by day, then by night runs her group and 1:1 nutrition coaching business. A psycholog…
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Coaches Ross and Mark discuss how to set up your fat loss diet to ensure body transformation success. Coach Mark leads the way on today's episode, with a plethora of actionable strategies. This is not an episode to be missed. Head over to your preferred podcast platform to listen, or YouTube to watch the podcast recording. @betterbodycollective…
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We are joined today by Florence Seabright, owner of FitbyFlo. Flo is a former professional dancer, so has a unique insight into the effect sufficient mobility can have on resistance training and vice versa. Does resistance training really limit mobility? Listen in to learn more. Find Flo on Instagram: @fitbyflo @floseabright…
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Better Body founders Ross and Malin walk you through the 5 Building Blocks that make up our coaching approach here at the Collective. We start by outlining our coaching philosophy, then guide you through the 5 coaching blocks: PREPARE, TRANSFORM, SOLIDIFY, OPTIMISE, REWARD. If you're interested to know how we work with clients, this is your window …
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Charlotte Fisher is an in-person and online nutrition coach, educational speaker, and owner of Charlotte Fisher Nutrition. Charlotte’s formal study led to attaining a Master of Sciences in Sport and Exercise Nutrition. She then went on to work as an intern at Mac Nutrition before getting on board as a full-time nutritionist. It’s after this experie…
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Nick Whiteman is part of the online coaching team at Flex Success, originating in Australia with the team based around the world. Currently based in Germany, Nick has quite the repertoire of qualifications and experience in coaching, including Level 1 Accredited Australian Weightlifting Coach, Level 2 Powerlifting Coach, and a Level 2 Strength and …
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In our final installment of our Meet The Coaches Series, we meet Better Body Collective Founders Ross & Malin, A Scottish and Swedish fitness duo who has been coaching in Dubai since 2012. Ross & Malin share how they got into the industry, what motivates them most, and their vision for the Collective. You can find them on Instagram: Ross - @coachro…
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In today's episode, we share a catch up between Coach Ross and his clients Dan and Ross. Recorded at the start of the COVID-19 lockdown back in March, Dan and Ross had reached 20 and 30 weeks into their journeys respectively. They share their challenges and successes, as well as how the transformation extends way beyond the physical changes. Intere…
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Jonny Landels is an MNU Certified Nutritionist and Owner of Next-Step Nutrition, an online nutrition consulting business. For those that follow Jonny on Social Media or listen to his Podcast Next-Step Espresso, they’ll know he’s quite the character and so I know today's episode will be equal parts informative and equal parts banter. In this episode…
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Calum Raistrick is Co-Founder of The Muscle Mentors, arguably the most respected team of body composition coaches and educators in the UK. Calum built the foundations of his reputation working at M10, regarded as the leading body transformation facility in the UK, helping every day individuals achieve outstanding transformations. Fast forward to th…
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Meet Charlie Barclay, the newest coach to join the team, but is certainly no newbie. Charlie is a great trainer and educator, with experience across many disciplines within the fitness industry. An active physique competitor, Charlie knows a thing or 2 about getting lean and building muscle. Charlie shares his backstory and what motivates him most …
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Louis Padian, coach at Emilia Fitness and former MNU staff, joins us for todays episode to talk nutrition beyond calories and macros. Louis has a holistic approach to nutrition, with a huge emphasis on food relationships and working with clients to improve their health and body composition with compassion and self-love. This episode is full of insi…
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