The Coaches Lounge

The Coaches Lounge
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The Coaches Lounge is a UK fitness podcast covering bodybuilding, fat loss, nutrition and life beyond the gym. Join Sham, David and Timon for honest coaching conversations, guest stories and debates about natural vs enhanced bodybuilding, gym culture, body image, relationships and balancing training with real life. Expect practical lessons, strong opinions and a few uncomfortable questions. Follow the show for new episodes and join the conversation in the comments.

  1. 2h ago

    Steroids, Genetics & Fitness Myths: What REALLY Matters?

    Do steroids really do all the work? Does a good PT have to look the part? And should natural and enhanced lifters train the same?In EP48 of The Coaches Lounge, we put some of fitness' biggest claims on trial in a Myth Busters debate — plus bodybuilding prep disasters, genetics vs PEDs, recovery, sleep, coaching and why mindset matters far more than most people realise.Topics include:• Do steroids do all the work?• Genetics vs steroids for building a physique• Does a good PT need to look the part?• Natural vs enhanced training and recovery• Can you reach your natural limit?• Sleep, cravings and performance• Is being a coach harder than being a client?• Bodybuilding prep mistakes and post-show bingesLike, comment and subscribe for more honest health and fitness debates from The Coaches Lounge.#FitnessMyths #Steroids #Bodybuilding #FitnessPodcast #TheCoachesLounge

  2. Oct 25

    Mounjaro, RETA & Calories: Are We Getting Fat Loss Wrong? | EP47

    Is fat loss really just calories in vs calories out — and where do Mounjaro, RETA and other peptides fit into the conversation?In EP47 of The Coaches Lounge, David, Timon and Sham get into fat loss, reverse dieting, maintaining muscle, cheat meals, coaching, strength training for young athletes and the realities of building a physique. We also talk Olympia predictions, bodybuilding, sleep, recovery and why the number on the scale never tells the full story.Topics include:• Calories in vs calories out• Mounjaro, RETA & peptides• Losing fat while maintaining muscle• Reverse dieting after a cut• Cheat meals & diet adherence• Strength training for young athletes• Coaching, PT qualifications & long-term progress• Olympia predictions & bodybuildingDrop your take in the comments and subscribe for more honest fitness conversations every week.🔗 Listen on Audio PlatformsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qaMXCtC0SPSpKN4WONldFApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-coaches-lounge/id1859409935Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoacheslounge_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecoacheslounge_#TheCoachesLounge #FatLoss #FitnessPodcast

  3. Oct 18

    Why Are People VAPING in the Gym?! Fitness Coaches Debate the Craze

    Why are people VAPING halfway through their workouts — and when did this become normal in gyms?In EP46 of The Coaches Lounge, the coaches debate the rise of vaping in fitness culture, why people are reaching for vapes between sets, and whether vaping has any place in a training environment.From there, things go in plenty of directions.We debate the supplements actually worth taking, whether protein powder should be considered “essential,” creatine, vitamin D, glutamine and fish oils — before getting into supplement quality, label accuracy and why knowing what you're actually buying matters.Then the conversation moves into coaching, gym culture and some of the situations personal trainers have to deal with that nobody warns you about.In this episode:💨 Why are people vaping during workouts?🚬 Vaping vs smoking🏋️ Does vaping belong in the gym?💊 The coaches' top supplements🥛 Is protein powder actually essential?⚡ Creatine and performance☀️ Vitamin D, fish oil, glutamine & more🧪 Supplement quality and label accuracy🥩 Whole foods vs supplements🏆 Bodybuilding & gym culture🍔 Why you shouldn't “reward” cardio with junk food💆 Sports massage & recovery😂 The awkward situations PTs actually deal with🧼 What should a PT do when a client's hygiene becomes a problem?Question for the comments:Have you ever seen someone VAPING between sets at the gym — and should gyms allow it?Subscribe to The Coaches Lounge for weekly conversations around fitness, bodybuilding, coaching, health and gym culture.🔗 Listen on Audio PlatformsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qaMXCtC0SPSpKN4WONldFApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-coaches-lounge/id1859409935Follow The Coaches Lounge:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoacheslounge_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecoacheslounge_#TheCoachesLounge #Vaping #FitnessPodcast

  4. Oct 11

    Women SAY They Want Dad Bods… But Their Dating Standards Expose the Truth

    Women say they prefer a dad bod over a shredded physique… but what actually counts as a dad bod?After our viral body-type discussion sparked a huge reaction online, The Coaches Lounge returns to the debate.Timon, Sham and David discuss what women really mean when they say they want a dad bod, why people have completely different definitions of the term, and whether expectations around men’s physiques have become unrealistic.We discuss:* What actually qualifies as a dad bod?* Why Michael B. Jordan keeps coming up in the debate* Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua and different athletic physiques* Why looking fit and being fit aren’t always the same thing* Whether people understand the lifestyle required to maintain a muscular body* Physical attraction and relationship expectations* Whether men and women apply different standards to one anotherIs a dad bod genuinely what people want, or are we confusing it with an athletic physique?Let us know in the comments.🔗 LISTEN & FOLLOWSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qaMXCtC0SPSpKN4WONldFApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-coaches-lounge/id1859409935Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoacheslounge_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecoacheslounge_

  5. Oct 5

    Should Parents Be Fit for Their Kids? This Debate Got HEATED | EP44

    Should parents stay fit for their kids, and what does being a fit parent actually mean? TJ joins David and Timon to debate fitness, fatherhood and the example adults set at home. We discuss: Leading by example with food, exercise and everyday habitsBeing able to play, carry and keep up with your childrenBalancing training with family responsibilitiesMaking movement fun instead of a punishmentHow becoming a parent changes your prioritiesDo parents have a responsibility to stay active for their kids? Vote in the episode poll and tell us why in the comments. Follow The Coaches Lounge on Spotify for honest fitness debates, guest stories and life beyond the gym. Disclaimer: Discussions around steroids and other performance-enhancing substances are personal opinions and experiences only. They are not medical advice or instructions for using any substance.

  6. Sep 27

    Women DON’T Want Shredded Men?! The Body Type Debate Got HEATED | EP43

    Dad bods or shredded physiques: what really matters in attraction? David, Timon and Sham debate body image, dating standards and whether a relationship works when only one partner trains. We discuss:• Who we really build our physiques for• Shared fitness habits versus looks• Height, income and the problem with endless dating filters• Supporting a partner's transformation• Why one negative comment can drown out the positives The conversation also covers wedding transformations, gym prices and the pressure to look a certain way. Could you date someone who doesn't train? Vote in the episode poll and tell us why in the comments. Follow The Coaches Lounge on Spotify for more honest fitness debates, guest stories and life beyond the gym. Clips and behind the scenes: @thecoacheslounge_ on Instagram and TikTok.

  7. Sep 20

    “We All Have the Same 24 Hours” Is BULLSH*T

    Everyone has the same 24 hours…But does everyone really have the same responsibilities?Marky is back for Part 2 of his conversation on The Coach’s Lounge, and this one goes far beyond bodybuilding.From becoming a PT when his son was being born to building an online coaching business, Marky explains why simply looking good isn't enough to become a successful coach, why some new competitors need to humble themselves, and why fitness advice has to work in the real world.Things get heated when the conversation turns to young online coaches telling everyone:“We all have the same 24 hours.”Marky breaks down why someone with children, bills, a mortgage, a business and family responsibilities cannot always structure their life like a young coach with very few responsibilities. His approach is instead built around creating habits that people can actually sustain.One of Marky's biggest realisations as a father was that providing financially wasn't enough — being physically present and giving his children his attention mattered more than constantly buying things.👇 Do we genuinely all have the same 24 hours?Let us know in the comments.

  8. Sep 13

    Natural Until 40: Why Marky James Started Steroids | EP41

    Why did Marky James stay natural until around 40, then decide to use steroids? In Part 1, he reflects on natural bodybuilding, competing against enhanced athletes and the personal trade-offs behind that decision. We discuss winning two natural pro cards, losing at his professional debut, contest-prep pressure, family life, longevity and the physical and mental changes he experienced. What should count as success in bodybuilding: trophies, progress or quality of life? Tell us in the comments. Follow The Coaches Lounge on Spotify for more honest conversations about bodybuilding, coaching and life beyond the gym. Disclaimer: This podcast discusses performance-enhancing drugs from personal experience. It is not medical advice and does not encourage or instruct the use of steroids or other substances.

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The Coaches Lounge is a UK fitness podcast covering bodybuilding, fat loss, nutrition and life beyond the gym. Join Sham, David and Timon for honest coaching conversations, guest stories and debates about natural vs enhanced bodybuilding, gym culture, body image, relationships and balancing training with real life. Expect practical lessons, strong opinions and a few uncomfortable questions. Follow the show for new episodes and join the conversation in the comments.

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  • Creator
    The Coaches Lounge
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © The Coaches Lounge
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