The Everyday Athlete Podcast: Recent Episodes

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We sit down and talk all things relating to becoming an everyday athelte. We cover the 4 pillars that create the foundation of the everyday athelete, these pillars are: 1- Nutrition 2- Training 3- Mindset 4- Performance Testing

To give you the best information on each of these pillar we have expert guest speakers coming in to talk on the topic of each one.

Get ready this is going to be fun.

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In todays episode I talk about the need for balance in your program between muscle action and muscle function. If your currently in pain/injuried or desperatly wanting to avoid injuries from arising then you NEED to have elements of muscle function within your training program.

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In todays episode I talk about the anatomy of the deadlift and the most common weaknesses I see on a daily basis that stop people from increasing their strength on the deadlift.

If you want to lift as much weight in the safest manner possible than this episode is for you. 

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In todays episode I talk about injuries, Why and how they occurs and the steps you can take in your training today to reduce the chance of being injuried in the future.

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In todays episode Josh sits down and talks all things competition and the power it can have on your overall training and nutrition. 

If you're in a rut with your training or have hit a nasty plateu then this is the epsiode for you.

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In todays epsiode I go over all the steps and factors that I beleive need to be present to get the most out of your 1RM testing and keep you safe at the same time.

We touch on your training leading into your testing day, The way you should be selecting weights prior to your top sets and how/when to choose to add more weight or to call it quits for the day.

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In todays episode i talk about the difference between expression and exposure in the gym, We also dive into why exposing function has such a important role when it comes to develop strength and how if your neglecting your bodies function your next plateu is just around the corner. 

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In todays episode we five into reps and what we need to be thinking about when it comes to developing both strength and hypertophy. 

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In todays episode we dive deep into the anatomy of the shoulder and talk about the 4 gates we want to be focusing on from a rehab and prehab sence to avoid and reduce any and all shoudler pain. Have a listen and try it out before your next upper body session. 

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In todays epsiode I breakdown the deadlift and go over EXACTLY what you need to be doing prior to your next session to have an increase in performance, reduce injury and get back loving deadlifts.

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If you've ever experienced shoulder pain or injury while benching or just want to have your best bench press session yet this is the episode for you. I cover the fundamnetals when it comes to warming up and prepping your body for the bench press. 

Check this out before your next bench press session

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If you've ever expereince on going pain or injury through the squat the chances are that your warm up is dog shit. In this episode we break down what your warmup needs to consist of for it to be effective in enhancing your performance and reducing the chance of injury. 

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In todays episode I talk about why intensity in your training program is so important and the ways to progress it from week to week to see continual progress from week to week.

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Todays episode I go into the how's and why's behind TEMPO training and why it makes up such a big portion of my training and the training I programme for my everyday atheltes.

Have a listen and add tempos into your next training phase it will make a world of differnence.

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In todays episode I dive into weight selection and the pros & cons of both training too heavy and too light in your training programs. If you've been stuck, hit a plateau or just need some more guidnace with your training this episode has all the information that you need to get kickstarted again. Have a listen and enjoy.

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In todays episode I talk about all things progressive stimulus and the varaitions you should be looking at to include in your training program and how they will blow up your strength numbers.

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In todays episode i sit down and talk about the reasons why and how to overcome the dreaded sore back.

I 100% beleive that no one should ever have to accpet and live with constant pain and todays episode is an look into how to approach injuries specifically the back/hips.

If you have a S#%T lower back and want some help with getting back to pain free living reach out and I'm more than happy to help out.

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In todays episode I talk about all things Fast vs Slow fat loss and how it can be a powwerful tool to use epeically to overcome the christmas and new years extra kilos that we've all put on.

Have a listen and let me know what you think.

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In todays epsiode I sit down and talk about the benefits of those "bad habits" that have set you back and put you in this undesirable position. I cover how beating yourself up about them isn't the answer and also looking at them in a different light will help you make better longterm habit changes.

Stay around untill the end where I give a powerful exercise when it comes to changing those bad habits and how its going to be a long term change.

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In todays epsiode I talk about the Power of focusing on specific daily actions over always being focused on the end goal. We dive into how daily actions help to keep you more motivated, accountable and help to produce better results in the longterm as well. I challenge all of you listening to set some daily actions for your training or in some area of your life to witness the power for yourself.

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In todays episode I get talking about setting goals around strength and how acheive these baseline strength numbers (Relative to you) will help you acheive all your other goals in training and body compostion.

I touch on how strength is going to influence

1 - Speed and power

2 - Improve muscle mass

3 - Help with fat loss

4 - Reduce your risk of injury 

Heaps of information in todays episode so remeber to take notes or relisten to it so you don't forget a single word.

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In todays episode I dive into the beautiful exercise that is the Back Squat.

I cover some of the benefits squatting has in general and why they should be apart of all training programs for all training goals. Then I dive into the meat of the podcast and cover how going heavy on the squat is going to give you a world of extra benefits to help get you towards your goals even faster.

Have fun listening to this episode, and enjoy some heavy squats in the future.

Like always if you want specific help with your training, nutrition or mindset send me a message and i'll be more than happy to help out.

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In todays episode I dive into everything related to the core.

If you've ever had a bad lower back this is the episode for you. Have a listen and get ready to take some notes this is a jamm packed episode.

In the episode I talk about:

  • Why having a strong core is so important
  • What having abs actually means
  • What core strength actually looks like
  • How to train the core to develop insane core strength

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Todays episode I talk about how to properly warm up before strength training and things you should be doing before you even look at a barbell.

By following the guidance in this episode it will help reduce your risk of injury when it comes to strength training, also it gives your body the best possible chance to work at full capacity.

This episode (like all of them) is not to be missed. 

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In todays episode I build off last weeks episode of strength training for weight loss and we discuss the importance of cardio training to help build and improve strength training.

We dicuss the common thoughts and "myths" around cardio for strength training and how they're completely false and instead the power that cardio has to help increase your strength and kilos on the bar.

At the end of the episode I go over a simple framework for adding in cardio work into your weekly training routine. I want to challenge you all to add in 1 session of cardio this week.

If you want to contact me for any other questions or to help add cardio into your strength training routine you can reach me using the details below

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In todays episode I talk about a real passion of mine, which is utilising sterngth training for weight loss and improving body composition.

I touch on the physiological effects and more importantly the physical effects that you'll see and witness from incorperating strength training into your weekly training routine.

After going over all the science and reasons why its so great I dive into a simple way you can add strength training into your training today. 

Like always if you have questions or want to get in touch with me for 1 on 1 or online coaching follow the details below: 

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In this episode I wanted to cover a conversation that I've been having lately with multiple clients around nutrition. I discuss how I look at all nutrition and diet programs and how I evaluate their current and future success.

The main thing I talk about is the hierarchy of nutrition that I use and that I've developed over years of research and expereince working with clients of all goals and demographics.

Sit back and I hope you get some great take aways in todays episode.

If you want to get in contact with myself follow the below details

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In this episode I sit down with Daniel Knust the owner of definition fitness (Wooloongong, NSW)

Me and dan talk about the power of looking at "negative" events and finding the positives or the opportunities that arise from them. I know that I took alot from this conversation with everything thats going on at the moment its easy to only focus and fixate on the negatives BUT there is always positive changes or opportunities if your open to them.

I want to challenge everyone that listens to this episode to rethink at least one "negative" event over the past month and find the good or positives that have come from it or are still up for grabs.

If you want to get in contact with either Daniel or myself feel free to reach us at below

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Website | https://definitionfitness.com.au/

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Instagram | @daniel_knust_definition or @definitionfitness

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In todays episode we cover the final part of a conversation I had with Hayden Wilson at the start of covid. We talk about looking past the intial negative impacts of Covid-19 and challenge you to see the positive opportunites that have been created and are presented to you right now because of Covid-19. 

We challenge you to ask your self some deep questions with the idea of helping you realise and see the positive opportunites that are all around us right now.

Have a listen and let us know what you think.

If you want to get in contact with Hayden wilson

Instagram: @haydenwritesstuff 

Website: www.realmanmvmt.com

Youtube: Hayden Wilson

Podcast: The Growth Minded Daycast

If you want to get in contact with myself

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Email: JBCoaching0@gmail.com

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In this episode I cover one of the questions I've been discussing with clients ALOT this week.

Whats the best diet for ME!

Now as you can already assume the answer is going to be different for everyone, But I cover how to figure this out and the process I go through when I'm deciding whether or not a diets going to work for my client or not.

Listen in to the episode and remember if you want/need more help with your diet or nutrition contact me at:

Instagram: @JBCoaching_

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Email: Joshb3917@gmail.com

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In todays episode we're back talking about mindset, specially the power of letting go.

This is Part 2 of the conversation I had with Hayden, In this episode we dive into the power of letting go of a specific self image and how that can propell you forward and unlock the greatness within.

Alot of amazing things to pick up on that can help you in all areas of life from social, career, family and training. All will help you live a better and fuller life.

Have a listen and I hope you enjoy it.

If you want to find out more about Hayden's services and how he goes about mentoring and helping you see your own value he can be reached at

Instagram: @haydenwritesstuff 

Website: www.realmanmvmt.com

Youtube: Hayden Wilson

Podcast: The Growth Minded Daycast

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Hey Everyday Athletes, In todays episode we cover training splits and I give you my insight into the 3 different training splits I use for my clients & myself that help me to get the amazing reuslts I produce.

I also dive into my thoughts process behind chosing the right training split for each client based off their -Training Goals, Trainig History & Current & Past injuries. 

Remember if you have any questions regarding training splits and which would be right for you reach out to me and I'll be happy to help. 

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In todays episode we're talking about the mindset pillar, More specifically seeing your own value. 

This is part 1 of a conversation I had with my current mentor Hayden Wilson back at the start of Covid-19. We talk about the power of realising your own value and the barriers that can arise in the process. In this conversation Hayden drops some golden nuggets of information that can be used today to help you realise and see your own value while overcoming the barriers that commonly arise. 

This is a powerful episode, so sit back and enjoy.

If you want to find out more about Hayden's services and how he goes about mentoring and helping you see your own values he can be reached at

Instagram: @haydenwritesstuff 

Website: www.realmanmvmt.com

Youtube: Hayden Wilson

Podcast: The Growth Minded Daycast

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Our first epidode for the everyday athelete podcast.

I sit down and talk about who I am (Josh Bates) and where the idea for the everyday athelte came from.

I then scratch the surface on what the everyday athlete is and an overview of our methods and belifs.

Check it out and let me know your thoughts.