The Fit2 Perform Podcast

with Steffan Lloyd-Evans and Bobby Windebank
  • 5.0 (21)
  • Fitness
  • Updated weekly

Join us for candid conversations with top-performing arts industry guests, no-nonsense fitness & wellness tips, and expert advice tailored to the unique demands of performers. Whether it’s Guest Episodes featuring inspiring stories, Talk Episodes diving into relatable challenges, or Expert Episodes packed with actionable insights, there’s something here for everyone striving to thrive on and off the stage. 15+ years of experience as personal trainers and West End performers, your hosts Steffan Lloyd-Evans and Bobby bring a uniquely entertaining and practical perspectiv to health and fitness.

  1. 1 hr ago

    315. The Performer Travel Day Toolkit

    Travel days don't have to derail your fitness, nutrition or recovery. Whether you're heading to rehearsals, touring, flying to a new contract or travelling home between jobs, the choices you make on travel days can have a huge impact on how you feel when you arrive. In this episode of the Fit2Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan share their complete travel day toolkit for performers, covering training, nutrition, hydration and recovery. We discuss: ✈️ How to train before a long journey🥗 What to eat before, during and after travelling💧 Hydration mistakes that leave performers feeling sluggish🚶 Why movement matters more than you think😴 How to reduce travel fatigue and recover faster🎭 Simple habits that help you arrive ready to perform If you're a touring performer, actor, dancer, singer, musician or creative professional who spends time travelling, this episode will help you stay healthy without making travel days more stressful. ⬇️ FREE RESOURCES Visit the Vault:fit-2.co.uk 📱 Follow Fit2Perform Instagram: @fit2performwestend 🎙️ About the Podcast The Fit2Perform Podcast is the health and fitness podcast for performers, bringing you meaningful, helpful and accurate information to help you look, feel, recover and perform at your best. #TravelDay #TourLife #MusicalTheatre #WestEnd #Performer #ActorLife #HealthyTravel #Nutrition #Fitness #Recovery #TravelTips #Fit2Perform #PerformingArts #TheatreLife #Touring

    315. The Performer Travel Day Toolkit

  2. 10 Aug

    314. Theatre Etiquette: Essential Manners To Perform By

    Talent might get you the audition. Your professionalism is what gets you invited back. In this episode of the Fit2Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan discuss the unwritten rules of theatre etiquette and the habits that make performers a pleasure to work with, from rehearsals to the final curtain call. We discuss: ✅ Being early instead of "just on time" ✅ Respecting everyone in the building, regardless of their role ✅ Backstage etiquette that every performer should know ✅ Why preparation is one of the greatest signs of professionalism ✅ How your attitude can shape your reputation in the industry ✅ The small habits that make people want to hire you again Whether you're still training, auditioning for your first professional job, or already working in theatre, these simple habits can make a lasting impression throughout your career. 🎭 Fit2Perform helps performers build not only stronger bodies, but long, sustainable careers in the performing arts. ⬇️ FREE RESOURCES Visit the Vault: fit-2.co.uk 📱 Follow Fit2Perform Instagram: @fit2performwestend 🎙️ About the Podcast The Fit2Perform Podcast is the health and fitness podcast for performers, bringing you meaningful, helpful, and accurate information to help you look, feel, recover, and perform at your best. #TheatreEtiquette #MusicalTheatre #WestEnd #Performer #Acting #Dance #TheatreLife #Auditions #Backstage #PerformingArts #Fit2Perform #ActorLife #Professionalism #StageLife #TheatrePodcast

    314. Theatre Etiquette: Essential Manners To Perform By

  3. 3 Aug

    313. Francessca Daniella-Baker

    Today’s guest is the brilliant Francessca Daniella-Baker, who’s currently appearing in Disney’s Hercules in London’s West End. Francessca’s career has taken her from major UK tours to the West End and international stages, with credits including Hadestown, The Lion King, My Fair Lady, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the London Palladium. In this episode, we talk about:🎭 Her journey to the West End and landing roles in some of musical theatre’s biggest productions💪 What it’s like performing in Disney’s Hercules🎤 The unique demands of shows like Hadestown and The Lion King🧠 Building resilience and confidence in a competitive industry✨ The lessons she’s learned from working with some of the best creatives in theatre Whether you’re an aspiring performer, a theatre fan, or simply love hearing the stories behind the shows, this episode is packed with honesty, laughter, and insight. 🎧 Subscribe to The Fit2 Perform Podcast for weekly conversations with leading voices from the performing arts. 📩 Got a question or guest suggestion? Email talk@fit-2.co.uk 📱 Follow @fit2performwestend for more clips, exclusive interviews, and performance content.

    313. Francessca Daniella-Baker

  4. 27 Jul

    312. 5 Fitness Lies Performers Still Believe

    Do you still believe that sweating means you’ve had a great workout? Or that lifting weights will make you bulky? These fitness myths have been around for years, and they’re still holding performers back. In this episode of the Fit2Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan break down five of the biggest fitness lies performers still believe and explain what the evidence actually says. We discuss: ✅ Why sweat isn’t a measure of workout quality✅ What a warm-up should actually do before a show or training session✅ The truth about lifting weights and becoming “bulky”✅ Why you don’t need the “perfect body” to build a successful performing career✅ Why endless cardio isn’t the fastest route to getting lean Whether you’re in rehearsals, performing eight shows a week, auditioning, or simply trying to improve your health, these myths could be stopping you from making real progress. 🎭 Fit2Perform helps performers train smarter, reduce injury risk, and improve performance through evidence-based coaching, not fitness fads. ⬇️ FREE RESOURCES Visit the Vault:fit-2.co.uk 📱 Follow Fit2Perform Instagram: @fit2performwestend 🎙️ About the Podcast The Fit2Perform Podcast is the health and fitness podcast for performers, bringing you meaningful, helpful, and accurate information to help you look, feel, recover, and perform at your best. #FitnessMyths #Performers #StrengthTraining #MusicalTheatre #Cardio #WarmUp #WeightTraining #FatLoss #FitnessTips #WestEnd #Fit2Perform #PerformanceTraining #HealthAndFitness #FitnessPodcast #EvidenceBasedFitness

    312. 5 Fitness Lies Performers Still Believe

  5. 20 Jul

    311. How To Stand Out & Get Hired As A Performer | 5 Things Casting Teams Actually Notice

    Why do some performers consistently book work while others struggle to get cast? It’s not always about talent. In this episode of the Fit2Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan share five qualities that make performers stand out, not just in the audition room, but throughout their entire career. Drawing on years of experience working in the West End, alongside casting teams, directors, choreographers and performers, they explain what actually makes someone employable in today’s industry. In this episode we discuss: ✅ Why reliability is more valuable than perfection✅ The importance of preparation before you even walk into the room✅ How your attitude can influence future opportunities✅ Why professionalism gets remembered long after auditions finish✅ The habits that make performers easy to work with✅ What you can control, even when casting decisions are out of your hands Whether you’re preparing for drama school auditions, trying to break into the industry, or looking to build a long and sustainable performing career, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply immediately. 🎭 At Fit2Perform, we help performers build the strength, resilience and habits needed to thrive both on and off stage. ⬇️ FREE RESOURCES Visit the Vault:fit-2.co.uk 📱 Follow Fit2Perform Instagram: @fit2performwestend 🎙️ About the Podcast The Fit2Perform Podcast is the health and fitness podcast for performers, bringing you meaningful, helpful and accurate information to help you look, feel and perform at your best. #MusicalTheatre #Auditions #Performer #ActingCareer #WestEnd #Dance #PerformingArts #Casting #ActorLife #TheatreLife #CareerAdvice #Fit2Perform #MusicalTheatreLife #DramaSchool #PerformerMindset

    311. How To Stand Out & Get Hired As A Performer | 5 Things Casting Teams Actually Notice

  6. 15 Jul

    310. The Secret to Long-Term Fitness Success | 5 Reasons People Never Quit

    Why do some people stay fit for decades while others quit after just a few weeks? It isn’t because they have more motivation. In this episode of the Fit2Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan explore the five factors that keep people exercising for the long term, and why sustainable fitness has far more to do with psychology than willpower. We discuss: ✅ Why enjoyment is the biggest predictor of long-term success✅ How exercise can improve mental health and reduce stress✅ Why moving well and staying pain-free matters more than chasing six-pack abs✅ The role aesthetics play, and why they rarely keep people motivated forever✅ How community, accountability and belonging make consistency easier Whether you’re trying to build healthier habits, get back into training, or stay consistent around a busy performing schedule, this episode will help you create a fitness routine you can actually stick to. 🎭 At Fit2Perform, we help performers build sustainable fitness habits that improve performance, health and confidence without relying on extremes. ⬇️ FREE RESOURCES Visit the Vault:fit-2.co.uk 📱 Follow Fit2Perform Instagram: @fit2performwestend 🎙️ About the Podcast The Fit2Perform Podcast is the health and fitness podcast for performers, bringing you meaningful, helpful and accurate information to help you look, feel and perform at your best. #FitnessMotivation #Consistency #HealthyHabits #MentalHealth #FitnessJourney #Exercise #Performers #MusicalTheatre #HealthAndFitness #Fit2Perform #WestEnd #Wellbeing #GymMotivation #FitnessPodcast #LongTermFitness

    310. The Secret to Long-Term Fitness Success | 5 Reasons People Never Quit

  7. 6 Jul

    309. Heather Knott

    Today’s guest is Heather Knott, one of the UK’s leading theatre sound professionals, whose work spans the West End, national tours and international productions. Heather has worked on some of the biggest productions in the industry, leading sound teams, operating complex live mixes, and collaborating with world class sound designers. From brand new productions to global transfers and award winning musicals, her expertise has helped deliver world class live theatre to audiences across the globe. In this episode, we talk about:🎧 What it takes to deliver exceptional sound in live theatre🎭 The skill and precision required to mix a live musical🎤 Collaborating with creative teams to shape the audience experience🌍 Working across major productions in the UK and internationally🧠 Remaining calm and focused in one of the most demanding roles in theatre Whether you’re a performer, creative, technician, or simply fascinated by how world class productions come together, this episode offers a unique insight into one of the theatre industry’s most specialised careers. 🎧 Subscribe to The Fit2 Perform Podcast for weekly conversations with leading voices from the performing arts. 📩 Got a question? Email talk@fit-2.co.uk 📱 Follow @fit2performwestend for more clips, exclusive interviews and performance content.

    309. Heather Knott

  8. 29 Jun

    308. Are Deadlifts Dangerous? The Truth Every Performer Needs to Know

    Deadlifts have become one of the most controversial exercises in fitness. Some coaches swear by them. Others say they’re too dangerous and should be avoided completely. So who’s right? In this episode of the Fit2Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan explore the science behind deadlifts, injury risk, and whether performers should include them in their training. We discuss: ✅ Are deadlifts actually dangerous?✅ Why poor technique, not the exercise itself, causes most injuries✅ The difference between risk and reward in strength training✅ Why avoiding movements can actually make you more injury-prone✅ How deadlifts carry over to lifts, choreography and everyday life✅ When a deadlift is appropriate, and when another exercise might be a better choice If you’ve ever been told to avoid deadlifts because they’re “bad for your back”, this episode will help you understand the evidence and make better training decisions. 🎭 Fit2Perform helps performers build strength, reduce injury risk, and perform at their best through evidence-based coaching. ⬇️ FREE RESOURCES Visit the Vault:fit-2.co.uk 📱 Follow Fit2Perform Instagram: @fit2performwestend 🎙️ About the Podcast The Fit2Perform Podcast is the health and fitness podcast for performers, bringing you meaningful, helpful, and accurate information to help you look, feel, recover, and perform at your best. #Deadlift #Deadlifts #StrengthTraining #BackPain #FitnessMyths #InjuryPrevention #Performers #MusicalTheatre #StrengthCoach #Fit2Perform #WestEnd #GymTips #ResistanceTraining #HealthyMovement #FitnessPodcast

    308. Are Deadlifts Dangerous? The Truth Every Performer Needs to Know
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Join us for candid conversations with top-performing arts industry guests, no-nonsense fitness & wellness tips, and expert advice tailored to the unique demands of performers. Whether it’s Guest Episodes featuring inspiring stories, Talk Episodes diving into relatable challenges, or Expert Episodes packed with actionable insights, there’s something here for everyone striving to thrive on and off the stage. 15+ years of experience as personal trainers and West End performers, your hosts Steffan Lloyd-Evans and Bobby bring a uniquely entertaining and practical perspectiv to health and fitness.

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  • Creator
    with Steffan Lloyd-Evans and Bobby Windebank
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    340
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © with Steffan Lloyd-Evans and Bobby Windebank
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