40 min
Finding Balance: Sleep, Parenting, and High Performance with Ben Coomber My Kind of People
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In this episode of MY KIND OF PEOPLE, Meg Walker, Founder of THE MEG METHOD and podcast host, has an enlightening conversation with Ben Coomber, the founder of BTN Academy and Awesome Supplements.
They discuss the concept of living an "awesome" life, which encompasses purposeful work, healthy habits, meaningful relationships, and personal satisfaction. Ben shares his personal evolution from overworking to achieving balance, especially after becoming a parent, and stresses the importance of sleep. He advocates for a health and fitness industry that prioritises overall well-being and evidence-based practices. The episode also touches on the power of community and mentorship in the fitness coaching realm, with Ben encouraging listeners to engage with his work critically and align expectations with outcomes for true happiness. The episode wraps up with Ben's advice on simplifying life by removing friction and Meg's appreciation for Ben's positive impact on health and sustainability.
[00:00:12] Ben's Journey and Mindset
[00:01:13] Introduction to Ben and His Expertise
[00:03:14] Ben's Early Life and Focus on High Performance
[00:05:32] Inspirations and Mentors
[00:08:41] Starting BTN Academy and Awesome Supplements
[00:14:01] Vision for Awesome Supplements and Sustainability
[00:16:38] Importance of Sustainability and Critical Thinking
[00:19:42] The value of trust and autonomy
[00:20:21] The meaning of "awesome"
[00:21:38] Misconceptions about high performance
[00:22:29] Adapting work approach over time
[00:23:36] Importance of sleep and self-improvement
[00:24:56] Evolving health and fitness industry
[00:26:51] Effective questioning in coaching
[00:32:20] Realistic expectations in business
[00:34:50] The significance of community
[00:37:52] Advice for personal growth
Guest: Ben Coomber
Instagram: @bencoomber
Website: bencoomber.com
Awesome Supplements: awesomesupplements.co.uk
BTN Academy: btn.academy
Host: Meg Walker
Instagram: @themegmethod
YouTube: @themegmethod
Coaching Podcast: THE MEG METHOD
Website: www.themegmethod.com
Sound: Brooklyn Fraser and Alicia Navarro
If you enjoy listening to our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review to show your support!
In this episode of MY KIND OF PEOPLE, Meg Walker, Founder of THE MEG METHOD and podcast host, has an enlightening conversation with Ben Coomber, the founder of BTN Academy and Awesome Supplements.
They discuss the concept of living an "awesome" life, which encompasses purposeful work, healthy habits, meaningful relationships, and personal satisfaction. Ben shares his personal evolution from overworking to achieving balance, especially after becoming a parent, and stresses the importance of sleep. He advocates for a health and fitness industry that prioritises overall well-being and evidence-based practices. The episode also touches on the power of community and mentorship in the fitness coaching realm, with Ben encouraging listeners to engage with his work critically and align expectations with outcomes for true happiness. The episode wraps up with Ben's advice on simplifying life by removing friction and Meg's appreciation for Ben's positive impact on health and sustainability.
[00:00:12] Ben's Journey and Mindset
[00:01:13] Introduction to Ben and His Expertise
[00:03:14] Ben's Early Life and Focus on High Performance
[00:05:32] Inspirations and Mentors
[00:08:41] Starting BTN Academy and Awesome Supplements
[00:14:01] Vision for Awesome Supplements and Sustainability
[00:16:38] Importance of Sustainability and Critical Thinking
[00:19:42] The value of trust and autonomy
[00:20:21] The meaning of "awesome"
[00:21:38] Misconceptions about high performance
[00:22:29] Adapting work approach over time
[00:23:36] Importance of sleep and self-improvement
[00:24:56] Evolving health and fitness industry
[00:26:51] Effective questioning in coaching
[00:32:20] Realistic expectations in business
[00:34:50] The significance of community
[00:37:52] Advice for personal growth
Guest: Ben Coomber
Instagram: @bencoomber
Website: bencoomber.com
Awesome Supplements: awesomesupplements.co.uk
BTN Academy: btn.academy
Host: Meg Walker
Instagram: @themegmethod
YouTube: @themegmethod
Coaching Podcast: THE MEG METHOD
Website: www.themegmethod.com
Sound: Brooklyn Fraser and Alicia Navarro
If you enjoy listening to our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review to show your support!
40 min