Normalised Activity Sean Robson and Paul Jones

Marks fitness journey started in his 30's after realising he needed to improve his health and wellbeing. Then the challenge of making a YouTube channel came from his son and the rest you could say is history!

Currently he is focused on attempting to break the HYROX world record for his age group in January 24'. We discuss the dedication and focus needed for this, the coaching from current HYROX world champion Hunter McIntyre as well what goes into making content for his YouTube channel.

Simon Martin is an experienced strength and conditioning coach, who started exercising around the age of 8 inspired by a TV program (you'll need to listen to find out which one) he started doing pull ups and hasn't stopped. Using basic movements and high rep ranges as staples in his training.

He had a career in the Marines and then the police force, before being medically retired. Physical fitness has always been important to Simon both for his job and his health and wanting to inspire his son.

Not everything has been easy and we discuss his experience with PTSD and how he manages it day to day. In what is a very open and frank conversation.

WeMove - to quote: "With eyes wide and a playground this big, how could 'Why?' be anything but 'How?' we move”. The opening statement from Chris and James' first publication.

Chris and James' have known each other since we’ve university, a big in-between seeing each other led to a reunion running in the lakes and 'WeMove' was born and an exploration started that would see stops across the globe.

With a background in photography, film making and fashion design mixed with a physical willingness to dive into whatever activity. As they have travelled they have opened doors and connected to some of the most innovative and leading thinkers in the physical and health space. This has led to multiple conversations recorded on their Wemove podcast.

We visit some of these experiences, look at the learnings from the multiple interactions and how they wend themselves into daily life. Looking at the current offerings that float themselves across social media. Whilst tipping the hat as being one of the Whilst tipping the hat as being one of the main catalyst for this podcast coming into being. The art of connection.

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WeMove website - https://www.wemove.world/

WeMove IG - https://www.instagram.com/wemove.world

Over the last couple of years Ben has developed a platform for young and old rugby players to help develop their skills and fitness.

A former professional rugby player for Welsh regional side Ospreys. His career cut short due to a series of concussions, he turned to his hand to becoming a personal trainer and later the head trainer at the Manor Gym in London.

We chat about rugby, coaching skills, life and playing the long game.

An all-round decent human, this was a good conversation beyond just rugby.

Yogi, Boxer, Surfer, Dietician, Ski diver, Box owner, Qualified for the CrossFit games, Owner of a sports wear brand.

The list does not do justice to Laura as a person. From not enjoying P.E. at school to bossing it in the squat rack. Have a listen as we talk to Laura about all of the above and more, and understanding that just because you haven't done something yet, doesn't mean you can't. Life is the adventure you make it and there is ALWAYS room for more exploration.

Spencer Whiteley has been doing CrossFit now around 11 years after he stumbled across a CrossFit box whilst looking for a new gym soon after leaving the Army following 15 years of service.

He left the Army due to a near fatal injury whilst serving in Iraq in 2007. He needed 3 years in rehabilitation, and then once he could (just about) walk he was medically discharged from the Army. Having a long history of sport and physical exercise since school, it was only natural for him to speak out physical exercise. After starting CrossFit where he couldn't do an air squat or jump onto a box he has gone from strength to strength and is about to return to CrossFit games for his second appearance. He has a full time job whilst also running a CrossFit box with his wife. Showing what can be done with a clear goal and focus.

This is a fantastic story, just don't expect him to help you hitch hike.

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Follow Spencer on IG: https://www.instagram.com/spencer_whiteley/

Spencer's fundraising T-shirt: https://unbranded-apparel.co.uk/products/whiteley-games-tee

Our IG: https://www.instagram.com/normalisedactivity/