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Starting Monday PodcastCardio Conversations, Whats In, Whats Out and Building Gym ConfidenceThis episode centers around the importance of balancing strength and cardio training, examining personal fitness journeys and the realities of gym routines. Barry and Matthew share insights on overcoming gym intimidation, current trends in fitness, and the benefits of community in helping individuals adhere to their health goals. • Discussing contrasting morning routines and their impact on daily productivity • Sharing insights from tracking workout habits and accountability • Detailed look into the benefits of incorporating cardio for overall health • Current fitness trends: embracing hybrid training techniques • Strategies for beginners to overcome gym intimidation • Building community motivati...2025-02-0150 minStarting Monday PodcastFrom Christmas Catch up to New Year FocusRemember the Gavin and Stacey Christmas special? Just like that nostalgic favorite, we're back together, reminiscing about the holiday season and our fitness adventures—or, more accurately, the comedy of errors that is our "consistent inconsistency." We've all been there: promising to kick-start new routines every Monday, only to see them wilt by Thursday. Our chat is full of personal tales, from the joy of Christmas stockings to the practical warmth of electric blankets, a necessity to fend off the Scottish chill. We even touch on the ever-dramatic shifts in football management, particularly with West Ham, because let's face it...2025-01-1152 minStarting Monday PodcastSunshine, Workouts and Supersets: Staying Motivated as we build up to the SummerTune in as we dive headfirst into the nitty-gritty of gym regimens and unravel the benefits of using different methods of training such as supersets, pyramids, 5x5 and circuit training. Whether you're new to the fitness scene or a seasoned athlete, we serve up a hefty dose of reality on the common blunders we've all made during our workouts. Plus, there's that age-old debate: To caffeine or not to caffeine? Grab your earbuds and join us for a candid chat about our pre-workout rituals and a sprinkle of sports predictions to keep things spicy.As the summer...2024-03-1649 minStarting Monday PodcastThe Journey From January Goals to Sustainable Health HabitsEver found yourself at the crossroads of wanting to push your limits while still enjoying life's guilty pleasures? Join us, Barry and Matthew, as we shake off the podcasting rust and get candid about our fitness journeys and setting impactful New Year's goals. We're not just talking about the same old resolutions; we're digging into the real stuff, like how to balance indulgence with dedication. We've all been there—struggling to get out of bed for that early morning spin class or grappling with the decision of whether to hit the gym or the pub. In this hea...2024-01-2747 minStarting Monday PodcastPreparing for your first Hyrox and Overcoming the December Blues!Are you struggling to keep fitness on top of your December priority list? Trust us, you're not alone - it's a challenge even for us, the hosts of your favourite fitness podcast! In this episode we touch on what can help get us through this month! Are you interested in Hyrox? If so, tune in as we discuss this unique fitness challenge that's taking the world by storm and offer some insights on how to make your first Hyrox event a success! Lastly with Xmas around the corner who has got their tree up ? 2023-11-2342 minStarting Monday PodcastCracking the Code to the Perfect Gym EnvironmentRemember that time you failed a squat at the gym? Or how about when you had to face choosing between a bear or a silverback gorilla in a hypothetical showdown? Well, grab a seat as we navigate through our own personal gym fails, and engage in some light-hearted banter on animal face-offs. As we swap tales from our time at local gyms, we delve into the importance of a good workout environment. Is it the location, the community vibe, the staff or the member connection? We take a broader look at how the fitness industry has...2023-08-2047 min