The Strong & Lean Podcast Richard Angel

One of the biggest pitfalls of modern day living is taking on too much, and over-burdening yourself with too many things. This is the same with fitness, yet most people want to add more-and-more to their already overly packed schedules.

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James Roberts spent years studying at Swansea University on a degree in Sports Science, gaining a REP’s accreditation in Level 3 Personal Training (incorporating Sports Nutrition) and time spent as an athlete, and now helps amputees not just with their physique but with their mindset.

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On today’s episode we find out why spinning too many plates is counter productive to weight loss, the highs and lows of a fitness journey, and the notion of having a deep understanding of your 'why' cannot be overlooked.

There's no better way to enjoy exercise than that inner feeling of joy when you nail a new PB on the squat, or a new best distance on the treadmill. Plus being stronger, looking slimmer, and feeling lighter on your feet is pretty fun. So why not add the stack in your favour and give yourself an extra edge when you train?

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In part I, I broke down the best supplements to support your health.

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In part II , we look at the fundamentals of performance supplementation, what works and what doesn't, and how it's not necessarily a pill or a powder that can help you perform better.

It's time for you to stop wasting your money on fit teas, detox shakes and fat burner pills and time to start spending your money on supplements that ACTUALLY support your goals. . But what works and what doesn't work? Is there a hierarchy of needs? Should you prioritise a certain supplement over another? . In part one our supplement series, I break down the best health supplements on the market, what to avoid and what to double down on, and how to periodise your intake.

How often do you re-evaluate your diet and it's effectiveness to supply you with the nutrients your body needs? . It's always easy to overlook the simple fact that times change, preferences are amended, and even the weather shifting should all remind us that nothing is further from an ideal continuity. . On today’s episode I discuss why you should always be mindful of your current diet and whether it's ticking all of the health and well-being boxes, why it's probably a good idea to supplement with vitamin D during the winter, and why vegans need to be extra vigilant of their supplementation.

Have you ever wondered how a GB coach pushes an athlete beyond what they are capable of?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ -⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Scott Maclean runs Kinetic 365 Coaching, a dynamic and contemporary approach to online and 1-2-1 cycling and duathlon coaching, bike fitting, fitness and performance. Scott has experience that ranges from working with international champions to folks getting back on a bike for the first time in over 30 years. -⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ On today’s episode we discover how Scott challenges his athletes to perform optimally, personality typing and why it's important to working with individuals, and the mindset hacks for maximum success.

Fitness marketing is consistently synonymous with outlandish claims, from claims of 4-week to abs, to 28-day flat tummy and bouncy booty shreds.
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Have you ever fallen for this trap (I know I have)?  Your favourite Instagram model having created a new 90 days arms and quads program that swears to get you looking them in no-time?
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On today’s episode I explain why a cookie cuter plan is not the most effective method, how individualism drives your results, and why Salmon on a Tuesday afternoon is not always possible.