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Liam Laverty

An online performance & physique coach sits down for conversations with coaches, athletes and other cool people talking all things training, nutrition, mindset, sleep, recovery and business. This podcast will provide serious value with actionable steps on how you can look, feel and perform better... As well as insights into life living abroad as an online coach and the ups and downs that come with it. Expect a bit of craic along the way too! Follow: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LiamLavertyCoaching⁠⁠⁠

Episodes

  1. 08/01/2025

    #10 Sardines Before Dates, Building Business In Bali & The Science of Training, Stress & Recovery for Athletes Who Want More With Lachlann Trowell

    Catch up & all things training, nutrition & mindset with @trainertrowell 🧠 We covered 👇 Sardines before dates protocol & why they should be a staple in your nutrition Stress management, recovery protocols, and the science most athletes overlookHow to train, fuel, and recover without burning outBuilding a coaching business in BaliBuilding endurance without sabotaging your physiqueHow to set goals that keep you consistent and avoid burnout if you’re an athlete, coach, or just someone who wants more out of their training, nutrition, and life — this one’s for you 🫡 And as always—subscribe, like & share with someone who’d enjoy it 👊 Work with me: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠⁠⁠

    1h 11m

  2. 03/31/2025

    #9 - My First Marathon: Tokyo 2025 Breakdown, The Sub-3 Attempt, Training Highs & Lows, Race Day Analysis, The Nutrition And Carb-Load Approach, Lessons Learned, & Future Plans To Compete

    In this episode, I break down my first marathon experience running 42.2K through the streets of Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵 I dive into: My full race breakdown—pacing, splits, what went right, what went wrong and the key moments that defined the dayMy biggest challenges in training—injuries, stress, and adapting to the marathon intensityThe nutrition and carb-load approach I usedThe physical and mental battle of race day and the marathon journey as a wholeFinding the balance between setting big goals and managing expectationsKey lessons learned and what I’d do differently next timeFuture races, goals and plans moving forward If you're training for a marathon or enjoy hearing raw insights from a big training block and working towards a big goal, this episode is for you. As always—subscribe, like & share with someone who’d enjoy it! https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠⁠

    37 min

  3. 01/24/2025

    #8 - Kristian Hill - Tokyo Marathon Goals, Heat Training In Bali, Hyrox & Endurance Sports, Mental Toughness, Nutrition & Recovery Hacks And Balancing Physique Development With Performance

    In this episode, I’m joined by Kristian Hill, a Hyrox and endurance athlete, coach and a man with a serious amount of knowledge on all things training, mindset & performance. We chatted about: - My upcoming Tokyo marathon & half-marathon just passed, the science behind heat adaptation and its impact on endurance performance -Kristian’s journey into Hyrox, coaching and endurance sports and key lessons learned along the way - Life in Bali and why it’s the perfect place to be if you want to focus on training and business - Nutrition, hydration, and recovery strategies for athletes - Building a resilient mindset for success in sport and life This episode is packed with actionable advice and insights. Whether you’re an athlete or just looking for inspiration to level up, you will pick up a few absolute gems in this conversation, so grab a cup of coffee and enjoy!  As always - subscribe, like & share with someone who could benefit!  Liam: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠ Kristian: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kdh_readyforanything

    57 min

  4. 11/18/2024

    #7 - Darragh McGurn - Bali Camp 2.0, Life Updates, Rehab & Overcoming Tendon Injuries, Optimising Your Recovery, Comitting to the GAA Vs Travelling, And Becoming A High-Level Athlete

    Round 2 with the big man @DarraghMcGurn - Intercounty Footballer, Online S&C Coach and Social Media Sensation 🫡  In this episode, we chatted about:  Life over the past 12 months around training, business and travel 🤝 The return to Bali in the off-season ✈️ Darragh's journey of overcoming a tendon injury and returning to performance 🤕 How to optimise your rest days and recovery as an athlete 📊 Dealing with the mental side of injuries 🧠 Becoming a high-level athlete 🏃🏻‍♂️ Commitment to the GAA vs travelling and living abroad 🏐 Our plans with training, coaching and life moving forward 📆 As always - subscribe, like & share with someone who could benefit! Darragh: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_mcgurnfitness/⁠ Liam: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠⁠

    1h 6m

  5. 10/21/2024

    #6 - The Bali Half, My First Marathon Experience, Race Breakdown, How My Training Looked, The Nutrition And Carb-Load Approach, Injuries, Lessons Learned & Future Plans

    In this solo episode, I share an insight into:  The preparation in the lead-up to my first half-marathon 🏃🏻‍♂️ How I ran a 2:32:15 with a very less-than-ideal prep due to injuries 🤕 My nutrition approach on race day & carb-loading beforehand 🍎 An analysis of my performance and a breakdown of the race 📊 How I was close to pulling out just a few weeks before 👨‍🦽 Lessons learned along the way 🧠 Future plans to compete and moving forward 👀 FOLLOW 👇 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LiamLavertyCoaching⁠⁠⁠⁠

    40 min

  6. 09/27/2024

    #5 - Kieran Hedley - What Is Anxiety & Science-Based Tools To Manage It, Perfectionism & Overthinking, Why Therapy Is A Life Hack And Learning To Be Present

    In this episode, we are joined by Kieran Hedley - anxiety coach, breathwork facilitator and a man with a serious amount of knowledge on all things neuroscience, mental health and performance. We covered what it means to have anxiety and science-based tools you can use to manage it, why therapy is a life hack, perfectionism and overthinking, learning to be present and so much more… As always - subscribe, like & share with someone who could benefit! Kieran: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/coachkezza/ Liam: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠

    58 min

  7. 08/14/2024

    #4 - Lachlan Trowell - Life With Type 1 Diabetes As A High-Level Athlete & Coach, Optimising Your Health, Fat Loss & Competing In Bodybuilding, Social Media And The Ultra Processed Food Debate

    In this episode, we are joined by Lachlan Trowell, one of the top online coaches for Diabetics around the world and a man with a serious amount of knowledge on all things training, health & performance. We discuss his experiences of living with type 1 diabetes as a high-level athlete & coach, competing in bodybuilding shows, how to optimise your health and performance, the non-ultra processed food debate, how to reverse type 2 diabetes, eating out while getting lean, social media and the pressures of running an online business!  And a heap more. A few absolute gems in this conversation - the fella is an encyclopedia so get yourself a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy!  As always - subscribe, like & share with someone who could benefit! Lockie: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/trainertrowell/ Liam: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠

    1h 6m
  8. #3 - Life, Training & Coaching Journey, Moving to Bali, GAA & Injuries, Running, Seeking Discomfort & Life Lessons

    07/22/2024

    #3 - Life, Training & Coaching Journey, Moving to Bali, GAA & Injuries, Running, Seeking Discomfort & Life Lessons

    In this solo episode I share an insight into my journey as a coach and athlete, why I moved abroad, my transition from the corporate world to online coaching, dealing with injury setbacks, the vision and values that drive both my personal life and coaching business and some of the key lessons that I have learned along the way 🫡 FOLLOW 👇 ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LiamLavertyCoaching⁠⁠⁠

    30 min
  9. #2 - Jack Ahearn - Running & Resilience, Ultra Marathons, Overcoming Addiction & Rehab, Mental Health, The Dream Of Playing Pro AFL and Operation Sub 2:50 Gold Coast

    07/05/2024

    #2 - Jack Ahearn - Running & Resilience, Ultra Marathons, Overcoming Addiction & Rehab, Mental Health, The Dream Of Playing Pro AFL and Operation Sub 2:50 Gold Coast

    In this episode, we are joined by Jack Ahearn, high-level runner & coach, mental health charity owner and the #1 AFL player in all of Asia 🫡 We discuss his journey from overcoming addiction to becoming an elite athlete, mental health, how he self-sabotaged his dream of playing pro-AFL, tips for becoming a high-level runner and his upcoming Gold Coast marathon where he aims for sub 2:50 🏃🏻‍♂️ Jack: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jackahearn_ Liam: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠ FOLLOW 👇 ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LiamLavertyCoaching⁠⁠

    1h 4m
  10. #1 - The Journey So Far, Darragh McGurn On Coaching, Travelling, Injuries, Optimising Your Training, Nutrition, Sleep and Becoming The Best Athlete You Can Be

    03/13/2024

    #1 - The Journey So Far, Darragh McGurn On Coaching, Travelling, Injuries, Optimising Your Training, Nutrition, Sleep and Becoming The Best Athlete You Can Be

    First one in the bag and it's been a long time coming! We are kicking things off with an unbelievable chat I had recently with a very good friend of mine, Darragh McGurn... Intercounty footballer, online S&C coach and social media sensation 🫡  In this episode we talk about how we both fell into coaching, our journeys so far, life outside the GAA, travelling, coaching & working with athletes, dealing with the mental side of injuries, how to optimise your physique, performance, sleep, recovery and so much more 🧠 FOLLOW 👇 ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LiamLavertyCoaching⁠⁠ Liam: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠ Darragh: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_mcgurnfitness/⁠

    1h 31m
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About

An online performance & physique coach sits down for conversations with coaches, athletes and other cool people talking all things training, nutrition, mindset, sleep, recovery and business. This podcast will provide serious value with actionable steps on how you can look, feel and perform better... As well as insights into life living abroad as an online coach and the ups and downs that come with it. Expect a bit of craic along the way too! Follow: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liamlavertycoaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LiamLavertyCoaching⁠⁠⁠

Information

  • Creator
    Liam Laverty
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Liam Laverty
  • Show Website
    OPTIMISE