Building Better Bodies

Wayne Lakin
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Building Better Bodies takes you inside the world of judo, jiu-jitsu, and high-performance training. Each episode features conversations with athletes, coaches, and fitness professionals who share their journeys, training methods, and hard-earned lessons. Whether you’re a martial artist looking to improve, a fitness enthusiast curious about combat sports, or someone who loves stories of discipline and growth, this podcast delivers practical insights and real inspiration to help you level up.

  1. Coaching Elite Athletes

    Mar 2

    Coaching Elite Athletes

    Most people think elite athletes just need motivation. They don’t. They need precision, trust, and coaching that actually understands them. In this episode, we talk about what coaching looks like at the highest level — how to build rapport over time, why athletes only respond when they trust your competence, and how understanding their experience changes everything. If you want insight into what really drives elite performance, this one’s for you. INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth

    27 min
  2. Why Do We Avoid The Hard Things

    Feb 23

    Why Do We Avoid The Hard Things

    In This podcast I fly Solo and discuss my thoughts on why we avoid doing the hard things and why as humans we take the easy route. INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth

    19 min
  3. Skye Moore - From Cheer To Platform

    06/04/2024

    Skye Moore - From Cheer To Platform

    In This episode Sophie and Wayne talk to World and European Silver Medalist in Powerlifting Listen to this incredible young athlete take us through Cheerleading to Powerlifting on the World Stage We take a delve into this talented athletes so far short but super successful career Insta: Skye Moore INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth

    59 min
  4. The One with Emma Reid - The Worlds Your Oyster

    05/27/2024

    The One with Emma Reid - The Worlds Your Oyster

    In This Episode Wayne and Sophie Chat with Emma Reid who is fresh off the plane after  Emma takes probably the most talked about World Bronze Medal. We also chat the Difference between Male and Female Training and training around your menstrual cycle. Link to Follow Emmas Journey www.instagram.com/emmaclarereid  INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth

    48 min
  5. The One with Sophie Ellis - Sophitness

    05/24/2024

    The One with Sophie Ellis - Sophitness

    In todays Episode Wayne talks with PT Sophie Ellis PT, Online Coach, Gym Manager where we talk about becoming a PT, Building a Brand and Being  motivated to Succed Insta, @sophitness._ Web, www.sophitness-pt.com INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth

    47 min

  6. 05/09/2023

    Q & A With Karl & Wayne

    In This episode Karl and Wayne answer the questions that you asked,  We have tried to answer these as honestly as we can!  as always, No script, No Editing, A coffee and away we go!! INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth

    48 min

  7. 04/10/2023

    Dan Powell - Pretty Good Looking for a Blind Guy!

    Today myself and Karl have the upmost pleasure of being in the company of Dan Powell,  Dan is a Paralympian in judo and today he chats about what it takes to become an elite athlete with a disability.  Check him out on insta - @danpowell.pt INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth

    1h 6m
  8. Chelsie Giles - Living The Olympic Dream

    02/27/2023

    Chelsie Giles - Living The Olympic Dream

    This week we talk to Olympic Bronze Medalist, World number 1, European Champion and World Silver Medalist Chelsie Giles We Sit with a coffee to catch up about the Tokyo Olympic Games and beyond!! INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth

    56 min
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Building Better Bodies takes you inside the world of judo, jiu-jitsu, and high-performance training. Each episode features conversations with athletes, coaches, and fitness professionals who share their journeys, training methods, and hard-earned lessons. Whether you’re a martial artist looking to improve, a fitness enthusiast curious about combat sports, or someone who loves stories of discipline and growth, this podcast delivers practical insights and real inspiration to help you level up.

Information

  • Creator
    Wayne Lakin
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Building Better Bodies
  • Show Website
    Building Better Bodies