DEADLY DOZEN PODCAST

Jason Curtis

A podcast for the Deadly Dozen community.

  1. 24. Juni

    Episode 32: Jay Stapley 61 Hours. 254 Miles. One Man Left Standing

    Jay Stapley isn't a professional athlete. He's a full-time worker, a dad of two, and someone who only recently decided to take ultra running seriously. Yet he just won the Read On Backyard Ultra after running an incredible 61 hours and 254 miles, becoming the last person standing. In this episode, Jay shares: • How he went from hiking in Wales to competing at the highest level of backyard ultras
• Why mental resilience matters more than physical fitness in extreme endurance events
• The reality of running for 61 straight hours
• Hallucinations, sleep deprivation, fuelling strategies, and race tactics
• The psychology behind becoming "last man standing"
• His qualification for Team GB and the Backyard Ultra World Championships
• What it's really like to push beyond the limits of human endurance If you're interested in endurance sports, ultra running, mental toughness, performance psychology, or simply hearing an incredible story of resilience, this episode is for you.

    46 Min.

  2. 4. Juni

    Episode 31: Lorraine Fitzpatrick The Future of Networking? Why Business Owners Are Ditching Boardrooms for Fitness

    In Episode 31 of the Deadly Dozen Podcast we sit down with Lorraine Fitzpatrick, Sales Director and founder of the Power Circle Club, to discuss why traditional networking is broken—and how fitness is changing the way professionals build relationships.   From selling a successful mortgage business in her 20s to creating one of the UK's most unique networking concepts, Lorraine shares lessons on entrepreneurship, sales, LinkedIn, community building, and taking calculated risks.   We cover: • Why traditional networking events fail • The rise of fitness-based business networking • How LinkedIn can generate real business opportunities • Building a powerful professional network • Community, retention, and business growth • Lessons from selling a business • Entrepreneurship, confidence, and taking risks • Why high performers are drawn to fitness challenges   Whether you're a business owner, gym owner, entrepreneur, salesperson, or fitness enthusiast, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration.   🎧 Listen now and discover why your next business opportunity might start with a workout.   #BusinessNetworking #Entrepreneurship #LinkedIn #BusinessGrowth #FitnessBusiness #Sales #Networking #HighPerformance #DeadlyDozenPodcast #PowerCircleClub

    50 Min.

  3. 14. Mai

    Episode 30: Luke Greer — UK HYROX Record Holder on Becoming One of the Fastest Athletes in Fitness Racing

    In Episode 30, we sit down with Luke Greer — the UK HYROX Men's Pro Solo record holder and one of the fastest fitness racers in the world right now. Coming from a background in football and elite distance running in the US collegiate system, Luke has rapidly become one of the most exciting athletes in hybrid racing — with a running engine capable of challenging anyone in the sport. From NCAA track and cross-country to chasing Elite 15 qualification, Luke breaks down exactly how he trains, recovers, and structures his week to compete at the very highest level in HYROX. This is a fascinating conversation around performance, hybrid training, and what it really takes to become world-class in fitness racing. We cover: Becoming the UK HYROX Men's Pro Solo record holder Luke's journey from football goalkeeper to elite endurance athlete Training and racing in the US collegiate system Why running is still the biggest separator in HYROX Building strength without sacrificing endurance Threshold training, intervals, and race-specific conditioning The biggest weaknesses holding him back — and how he's fixing them The future of HYROX and how fast the sport is evolving His mindset around training, competition, and becoming the best in the world Luke also shares why he believes he has the potential to become the top athlete in the sport — and how improving the stations could unlock another level of performance. His philosophy is simple: "Be serious about the work — but don't take yourself too seriously."

    57 Min.

  4. 8. Apr.

    🎙️ Episode 29: Bill Boylan — 67, Still Competing & Leading the Way in Fitness Racing

    In Episode 29, we sit down with Bill Boylan — a 67-year-old CrossFit veteran turned fitness racer who is redefining what performance looks like later in life. From starting CrossFit in the early days in the US to now competing across HYROX and Deadly Dozen, Bill shares how a more balanced, hybrid approach to training has led to his highest fitness levels yet — in his late 60s. This is a powerful conversation around longevity, consistency, and what it really takes to keep improving as you age. We cover: Why hybrid fitness is ideal for long-term health and performance The challenge of transitioning from strength to running Competing — and winning — in fitness racing at 67 Training structure: strength work, running, and weekly racing Nutrition, recovery, and supplements for health span The role of community and competition in staying motivated Bill also shares his mindset going into the UK and World Championships — and why his goal is simple: be better than yesterday. His philosophy is clear: "You don't stop moving when you get old — you get old when you stop moving."  If you're interested in longevity, fitness racing, or pushing your limits at any age — this episode is essential listening.

    45 Min.
  5. 🎙️Episode 28 - Lucy Hodgkinson on Injury, Identity & Rebuilding Beyond Fitness

    2. Apr.

    🎙️Episode 28 - Lucy Hodgkinson on Injury, Identity & Rebuilding Beyond Fitness

    In this episode, we sit down with Lucy Hodgkinson — a dedicated fitness racer whose life changed in an instant following a catastrophic race injury. After years immersed in the sport, Lucy suffered a severe ankle injury that nearly resulted in the loss of her foot. What followed was a long and complex recovery, multiple surgeries, and a complete shift in how she viewed herself, her identity, and her relationship with fitness. We explore the moment everything changed, the reality of rebuilding after trauma, and the mental challenge of losing something that once defined you. This conversation covers: The race-day incident and immediate aftermath The physical and emotional reality of recovery Navigating identity loss and rebuilding purpose The balance between performance and wellbeing How adversity can reshape perspective Lucy also shares how this experience led her to launch her own podcast, Becoming Lucy, and how she is moving forward with a new mindset. If you've ever faced a setback, questioned your identity, or had to rebuild after a major life change, this episode offers an honest and powerful perspective. Content note: This episode includes discussion of a serious injury. Follow Lucy's journey: @miss.lucyhodgkinson

    53 Min.
  6. 🎙️ Episode 27 - World Records, Gym Races & Marginal Gains: Dave Parkin's Deadly Season

    20. März

    🎙️ Episode 27 - World Records, Gym Races & Marginal Gains: Dave Parkin's Deadly Season

    In this episode, world-record holder Dave Parkin breaks down how he's built elite performance through one key strategy: racing every weekend. With no UK track races in the early season, Dave turned to the gym race calendar — competing week after week across Air Bike, Row, Ski and Erg formats at the Institute. What started as a stop-gap quickly became the edge: refining execution, learning pacing, and chasing fine margins across all 12 stations. This episode dives deep into: Why gym races are the perfect build phase ahead of track season How consistent racing sharpens performance faster than training alone The mindset behind chasing — and breaking — multiple world records Using advanced leaderboard data, splits, and Performance DNA to plan races How Dave programmes his watch with exact targets to avoid blowing up mid-race We also look ahead to the upcoming track season, with top competition arriving and performance levels rising — but with Dave already race-hardened from months of real competition, not just training. This is a masterclass in execution, data-driven racing, and why the gym race ecosystem is becoming the proving ground for elite fitness racing performance.

    33 Min.
  7. 🎙️ Episode 26 - Danny Rae: From Army Grit to Hybrid Speed (and a Sub-20 DFT)

    6. März

    🎙️ Episode 26 - Danny Rae: From Army Grit to Hybrid Speed (and a Sub-20 DFT)

    Recorded in the brand-new studio at the Institute of Fitness Racing, this episode welcomes our first guest in the space: Danny Rae (DannyRaeHybrid) — ex-Army, HYROX pro, and all-round hybrid racer. We get into Danny's journey from military fitness to high-performance racing, including his PBs (57:16 HYROX Pro / 50:35 Pro Doubles), his first hard fitness event post-injury, and what it took to hit a sub-20 Deadly Fitness Test by learning from the best. We also unpack the real levers behind performance: strength vs endurance, why specificity matters, how the military's training culture has changed, and why Danny's now going deeper into testing, biomechanics, and marginal gains to chase the next level. We finish with "3-2-1 Go" — Danny's ethos, habits, and advice for anyone getting pulled into comparison online.

    55 Min.
  8. 🎙️ Episode 25 - Neil Marsh: Fitness Racing, Gym Revival, and Personal Transformation

    20.12.2025

    🎙️ Episode 25 - Neil Marsh: Fitness Racing, Gym Revival, and Personal Transformation

    In this episode of the Deadly Dozen Podcast, we sit down with Neil Marsh, owner of Neil Marsh Health and Fitness in Cambridge. Known for his Purple Army, Neil shares his journey from a background in sport and triathlon to becoming a prominent figure in fitness racing. From starting his gym to navigating post-pandemic recovery, Neil dives deep into how fitness racing revolutionized his gym. We talk about his early adoption of Hyrox, DEKA, and Deadly Dozen, and how they boosted his gym's community. Plus, hear about his personal transformation from weight struggles to completing marathons, ultras, and Ironman challenges. Listen as Neil discusses the power of community and fitness racing, the lessons he's learned along the way, and why he's all-in on making fitness racing accessible to everyone. This episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and an insider's view into the evolution of fitness racing and gym ownership. Tune in now for an insightful conversation with one of the fitness community's rising stars!

    54 Min.
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    Jason Curtis
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    2025 - 2026
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