Welcome to The DadBodCast! You're one-stop-shop for all things fitness, fun and fatherhood... Hosted by Shaun Stafford, be a fly on the wall as he interviews a series of special guests with special stories to tell!
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Confidence comes from knowledge, achievement and repetition but first we need to talk about the things to get the knowledge. Each week I discuss a multitude of elements, all of which contribute to our overall confidence. Mentality, training, nutrition, masculinity, vulnerability, relationships and mindset. Most of the topics come as direct questions from followers of my Instagram account, so if you have a topic or question you would like to discuss follow @david.birtwistle and let me know.
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Ep.38 - 2x WBFF World Champion Shaun Stafford on fitness, fat loss & COVID-19
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Ep.38 - 2x WBFF World Champion Shaun Stafford on fitness, fat loss & COVID-19 Shaun owns 2 gyms in central london called City Athletic and talks about how its been effected by the pandemic. Plus he describes his first ever marathon, that took 9 hours and was up a mountain. We both share our stories about how the fitness industry is changing and how…
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Ep. 37 - Why sleep is so important | Make it a non negotiable and sacrifice work for sleep
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Recorded from the LIVE Q@A on the Endeavour Life instagram page @endeavourlife Founder David Birtwistle answers your questions every week LIVE! @david.birtwistle David dives into why you should sleep according to your chronotype and work late if you can but not if you wake up early. We also discuss how to organise your time better to be more effici…
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Ep. 36 - Is a sausage roll or a sausage in a roll a better food? Plus some fitness/nutrition chat
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Recorded from the LIVE Q@A on the Endeavour Life instagram page Founder David Birtwistle answers your questions every week LIVE! How to lose body fat fast? Whats the best way to keep in great shape? Plus whats the best cheat meal?
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Ep. 35 - The secret how to lose fat fast and keep it off
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A live Q&A with David Birtwistle on the Endeavour Life Instagram. Tune in Mondays at 7pm to get your questions answered live
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Ep. 34 - Ben Coomber talks about his epic body transformation and the fitness industry
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Ep. 33 - Is Fasted Cardio necessary? How much should we sleep? LIVE Q&A with David Birtwistle
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Your fitness and nutrition questions answered LIVE on instagram by David Birtwistle When should you workout? Is it better to be fed or fasted for fat loss? Can you lose fat only by walking? How much sleep should we get? Is the 16:8 diet good for fat loss? Plus many more
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Ep.32 - Is Intermittent Fasting the best way to lose fat? LIVE Q&A with David Birtwistle
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Recorded live on instagram and answering your questions directly. How to lose fat quick How to gain healthy weight Should you take BCAA’s How to get the right amount of protein The best protein sources for vegetarians #fuelthechange
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Ep.31 - Let's talk about Sex with Sofia Sundari
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Sofia Sundari tells us how to get in touch with one of our basic human feelings and discusses it in an open and liberating way. Once to listen to for sure. Sofia's website https://sofiasundari.com/ Sofias instagram https://www.instagram.com/sofiasundari/ Davids Instagram https://www.instagram.com/david.birtwistle/…
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Ep.30 - The mental health impact of being on a reality show with Ben Bidwell
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Ben asks talks openly with David about how being on the Netflix reality dating show Too Hot To Handle has impacted his mental health Find out what its like to gain 1M followers in a month and how that changes things. How do people react differently and what has changed Follow Ben on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thenakedprofessor/ Follow Davi…
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Ep.29 - Starting fitness in your 30's & 40's with Harvey Lawton
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Owner of The Movement Blueprint, Harvey answers your questions 1) The three best tips for beginners 2) The biggest flaws in the fitness industry 3) Thoughts on bodyweight training an HIIT 4) The issues with increasing running frequency quickly 5) Considerations for those in their 30's & 40's starting fitness https://www.instagram.com/harveylawtonpt…
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Ep.28 Biohack your nutrition and maximise your sleep with Angela Foster
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What is biohacking? What are the best ways to get brilliant sleep? Why do some people not sleep very well? The effect of caffeine on your body How to optimise your performance https://angelafosterperformance.com/ https://www.instagram.com/angelasfoster/ https://www.instagram.com/david.birtwistle/
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Ep.27 Spiritual Ninja Janelle Christa | mindset, overcoming adversity and spirituality
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Spiritual Ninja Janelle Christa talks about mindset, overcoming adversity and what spirituality really is Spiritual Ninja [ spir-i-choo-uh l Nin - juh] VERB {action, movement, energetic} Definition: A no-fluff, magical badass soldier in the Army of Love A limitless reality creator A visionary and paradigm shifter A dream-weaver (i.e.) someone who w…
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Ep.26 Danielle Peazer | Dancer turned fitness influencer | Gymtimidation | Dating in Lockdown
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Ep.26 Danielle Peazer Dancer turned fitness influencer | Gymtimidation | Dating in Lockdown https://www.instagram.com/daniellepeazer/ https://www.instagram.com/david.birtwistle/
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EP.25 - Christy Whitman | Author & Life Coach on happiness, spirituality & designing your life
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Christy Whitman is an in-demand life coach, transformational leader, CEO, and founder of the Quantum Success Coaching Academy, a twelve-month Law of Attraction coaching certification program. https://www.christywhitman.com/ https://david-birtwistle.com/
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Ep.24 - Fitness & Nutrition Q&A | Body Confidence & Fat Loss Tips
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For more information check out @endeavourlife on instagram
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Ep.23 - GymShark athlete Jessica Olie talks Yoga, Fitness, Building her community and effective communication in a relationship
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More than meets the eye. Jessica is a multiple business owner, fitness influencer and yogi with a well rounded approach to life. We talk through the real meaning of yoga and why it's not just being bendy. Follow her on instagram @jessicaolie And follow me @david.birtwistle
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Ep.22 - Brett Berish CEO of Sovereign Brands talks business
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Brett has been profiled by Forbes and Crain’s Chicago Business, among others, and was recently recognized by Goldman Sachs as one of the 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs at the Goldman Sachs Builders + Innovators Summit. I talk to him about some unknown things from Too Hot To Handle as well as key things for starting a business and what it takes t…
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Ep.21 - Tim Cooper on relationships and ego
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Mindset Performance Coach Tim Cooper chats with me about all things mindset. Topics include: How ego gets in the way and how to remove it. Relationships and dating in 2020 How Tim has personally helped me develop
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Mark was recently on the hit Netflix show Love is Blind. He is a group fitness trainer from Atlanta, Georgia and we had a chat about all things Netflix, dating, masculinity and friendships. In this totally unscripted conversation we connect over shared understandings about what is really important in life.…
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#17 | The DadBodCast >>> w/ Irish funny man PAUL OLIMA >>>
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#16 | The DadBodCast >>> w/ RUGBY STAR GEORGE KRUIS >>>
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#15 | The DadBodCast >>> SORRY, NOT SORRY!!! With superstar DJ @joelcorry >>>
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#14 | The DadBodCast >>> MY FIRST THREESOME!!!
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WE ARE BACK! Season 2 w/ James Smith PT | The DadBodCast
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Ep.19 - Ben Bidwell challenges masculinity and how we can remove our masks to be happier
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Questions 1) What caused you to start looking and challenging masculinity? 2) What is masculinity to you? 3) What are the problems faced by men today? 4) What masks did you wear and what about now? 5) Do men have to be perfect? 6) What do you do to become less worried by the stereotype of men? 7) What kind of man succeeds today? 8) What would you s…
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Ep.18 - Why ego is the enemy to success PLUS how to admit to food binges and why
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition How to avoid getting fat at christmas Which is the best approach to food for you Why you're not losing weight while eating healthy Training How you should train in winter to get the best results How often should you be going all out in training I…
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Ep.17 - I had a milkshake poured over my head at 13 by a bully at school
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition Why we should make small changes to our diet and not big ones Can you eat Mcdonalds and lose fat at the same time Is fruit what's stopping you from losing fat? Training How to get the most out of lifting weights The effect of having sex on back p…
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Ep. 16 - Game Changers documentary review | Design your life not your job | Is HIIT for you?
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition My thoughts on the new pro vegan documentary "Game Changers" How much protein you should be eating to build muscle How big and long should your surplus be? Training How to return to training after an injury Is it possible to build muscle while cy…
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Ep.15 - Khan Porter talks Crossfit, mental health and emotional awareness
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Questions 1) What does it take to be a crossfit games athlete? 2) Is it better to do crossfit or bodybuilding for general training? 3) Best advice for gym newbies 4) Is chicken and rice the best way to get in shape? 5) Is there a definition of a healthy diet? 6) What diet does he follow specifically? 7) What is his definition of mental health 8) Kh…
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Ep.14 - Broken back to Berlin Marathon with Ben Tansley
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This is the first episode with a guest and it is all sorts of inspiring! Ben broke his back in a motorcycle accident 2 years ago but that's not stopping him from completing the Berlin Marathon and inspiring thousands of people in the process. We discuss: How does being paralysed effect your confidence Has his masculinity been effected by the accide…
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Ep.13 - How to grow on instagram | Gaining healthy weight | Crossfit
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition How to know you're too lean it's unhealthy How to gain healthy weight - Muscle VS fat My thoughts on being vegetarian Training Is there a recommended daily step count to gain weight Is spin a good way to lose fat Is Crossfit a good way to get fit…
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Ep.12 - Toxic masculinity in gyms | Fast weight loss | Is olympic lifting important
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition Do I trust Fitbits to give accurate calorie expenditure How to lose weight very quickly How important are protein bars Training Are Front Squats or Backs Squats better for legs Is the Smith Machine worth using Are olympic lifts essential to be go…
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Ep.11 - Intimidated by the gym? | Your strength controls everything | The fear of commitment
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition Are all calories equal? Is sugar free the best way to lose fat? Can you lose fat and gain muscle at the same time? Training How important is NEAT? Do i have to train legs? What to do if you're intimidated by the gym Mindset How to change my fear …
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition How to avoid losing your condition when on holiday What's the most important meal of the day How to avoid yo-yo dieting Training Is it a good idea to do strength and cardio in the same session? Why you're not getting results following random inst…
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Ep.9 - Should you go Keto? | The best time to workout | How to remove self doubt
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition Is Keto the way to go for fat loss? What to do when you fall off the wagon Why you regain weight after your diet Training My 3 lifts for life The best time to workout Are cardio machines a waste of time Mindset How you can remove self doubt How t…
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Ep.8 - Would Alex Crockford beat me in a fight? | Does Creatine effect insulin resistance | Developing your mental strength
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition Does Creatine effect insulin resistance? Is there a limit to protein absorption in the body What supplements do I take and recommend Training How is my sciatic pain improving and how to help it How to improve your overhead mobility Should women l…
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Ep.7 - Should you be tracking your food? | How much cardio should you do | My definition of happiness
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition My best advice if you've just done a diet How my diet and fat loss program is currently going Should you use myfitnesspal to track your food & is it obsessive? Training How you should train for health & happiness How you can listen to your body w…
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Ep.6 - Upping your flirting skills | The low carb myth | Classes Vs Gym workouts
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition How to fit eating healthy into a busy life Eating chocolate while on a diet Should you cut out carbs to lose fat? Training The best recovery strategy for sore muscles Classes VS Gym, which is the best way to train? How hard do you need to train t…
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Ep.5 - My mindfulness practices | How nutrition impacts mental health | The most important element of Fitness
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Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition How does nutrition impact mental health? How important is tracking to achieving your goals? What is reverse dieting? Training How many days per week should you train How to improve grip strength What is the most important area of fitness to focus…
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Ep. 4 - What does it mean to be a man | Can you gain muscle without Fat? | Should women have abs?
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With the best ever audio from my podcast, it looks like i'm finally getting the hang of this haha Todays episode covers 3 questions from each area of discussion; Training, Mindset & Nutrition Nutrition How should pre-diabetic individuals eat to recover after training? Can you eat carbs after training if you're trying to lose fat? Can you gain muscl…
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Ep.3 - Advice for gym newbies | Pizza or Burger? | Biggest relationship turn off?
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Ep.3 - Advice for gym newbies | Pizza or Burger? | Biggest relationship turn off? Mindset Topics - How to slow down and appreciate life | How do i define masculinity | Biggest turn off in a relationship Nutrition Topics - Pizza or Burger? | Tips for diabetics | My current macros Training Topics - Training lots but not getting results? | My current …
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In this episode i talk about: Why i think smiling at your barista is one of the best things you can do. Does hitting the snooze button make you a less productive person? How I stay motivated to train regularly and how my motivation has changed over the past 10 years of training How to prevent and reduce muscle soreness after training My experience …
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Episode 1 - My biggest insecurities & why confidence is the most attractive quality
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The first episode of my weekly InstaLIVE Q&A where my Instagram followers ask questions and get them answered. Today I share my biggest insecurities, what I think is attractive in a girlfriend and how I stay motivated to workout. If you want to have your questions answered then follow me on instagram @david.birtwistle and drop me a message.…
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#10 The Perfect Personal Trainer w/ Phil Learney | The DadBodCast
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For the final episode of series 1 we invited the man, the myth, the legend that is Phil Learney into the studio!!! We discuss what motivated Phil to get into fitness, how he has developed his business to be one of the go-to fitness and business mentoring programs around, and also he outlines what he thinks it takes to be The Perfect PT! If you are …
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#9 Mccccfllllyyyy... Behind The Band w/ Harry Judd | The DadBodCast
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In Episode 9 of The DadBodCast we are joined by pop megastar Harry Judd! We discuss the formation of the band Mcfly, what it was like to go from school to super-stardom at such a young age, and the much hyped rivalry with Busted! We also talk about Harry’s own fitness experiences, his best selling book and the important link between fitness and men…
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#8 The Blonde Bombers Are Back w/ Steve Cook | The DadBodCast
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Episode 8 of The DadBodCast sees the long awaited debut of fitness legend Steve Cook on the podcast!!! We talk about ugly feet, owning a gym and fitness life on the road... plus we get through a ton of interesting questions in “The People Ask”... This was the podcast everyone wanted: The Blonde Bombers Back together for one last show lol…
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#7 Fitness Myths Debunked w/ Joe Warner & Emilia Thompson | The DadBodCast
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In this week’s episode of The DadBodCast, we debunk some of the most common myths in Health & Fitness with industry experts Joe Warner and Emilia Thompson! We hear about Joe’s work as the editor of Men’s Fitness and the most common questions he gets asked as well as picking PHD nutritionist Emilia’s brain on all things from competing on stage to in…
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#6 - Inside Olympic Mindset & Performance w/ Thomas Barr & Katie Warriner - The DadBodCast
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Episode #6 is an ABSOLUTE CRACKER... not one but TWO amazing guests!!! We go inside the training, nutrition and recovery strategies of Olympic 400m Hurdler, Thomas Barr and get insights into the mindset of elite level performance from Team GB Psychologist Katie Warriner! We discuss how you train both the body and mind for top level performance, and…
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