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The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 46 - Christian Mansell | Formula 2 & Team Trident Racer | Flying the Aussie Flag on the big stage!In today’s episode,Formula 2 and Team Trident driver Christian Mansell joins the podcast!Flying the flag for Australia in the big stage of Motorsport, Christian has stormed onto the F2 scene and is making his case for an F1 position in the next couple of years.An exciting prospect, Christian shares his unique journey and how he manages the heavy pressure on his shoulders as he climbs the rankings!Enjoy!
2024-10-0645 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 45 - Flynn Lefmann | 42km Trail Run RecapIn today’s epsiode,I chat with close mate and long distance runner Flynn Lefmann. Flynn recently completed the 42 Beach to Brother course up in Port Macquarie. He dives into his experience and the unique challenges he faced throughout the course.We also reminisce and take a step back into what got him into running and his advice to anyone looking to start!Enjoy!
2024-10-0229 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 44 - Luke Cunningham | 1st Grade Maitland Blacks Head CoachIn today’s episode,Luke Cunningham jumps on the podcast!Luke is the 1st Grade head coach for the Maitland Blacks Rugby Club and has lead the club to 2 Grand Finals in the last 2 years, one of which resulted in the clubs first premiership in over 20 years.Luke takes a walk back in time to reflect on his days as a player and some highlights and challenges he faced as a 250+ game player for his beloved Blacks. He also sh...
2024-09-2633 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 43 - Caleb Fogarty | NBL1 East Commentator | Pursuing a dreamIn today’s episode,We welcome Caleb Fogarty to the podcast.One of the best commentators in the entire NBL1, Caleb shares his journey from starting out on the radio waves of Triple M, to quitting his full time job and pursuing his dream of commentating full time!A great chat!Enjoy!
2024-09-1231 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 42 - Josh Clifford | Captain, legend & championJosh Clifford joins the podcast!
After capturing an elusive championship this year with his hometown Maitland Mustangs, I take a deep dive with the Mustangs captain reflecting on his amazing career, his accomplishments and the people he's met along the journey.
An incredible chat with an incredible bloke.
Enjoy!
2024-08-2934 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 41 - Luka Vea & Sebastian Sua | NBL1 East Champ & Rising Newcastle Knights StarIn today's episode,
We welcome NBL1 East champ Luka Vea from the Maitland Mustangs & rising Newcastle Knights up & comer Sebastian Sua to the podcast.
The boys dive into their chosen sports and how they fell into the path of both basketball and rugby league respectively.
They also share some valuable insight into what it takes to make it to the next level and what lessons they've learnt themselves along the way!
Enjoy!
2024-08-1932 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 40 - Shannon Burton & Monique Rudder | Inside the world of college hoops!In today's episode,
We welcome Shannon Burton & Monique Rudder to the podcast to chat about all things college basketball.
Both girls have had the incredible opportunity to play the game they love overseas in the US. Today we break down their experience and what they've learned along the way!
Enjoy!
2024-08-1047 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 37 - Isaac Testoni & Ben Matthews | Growing up in the country | A trip down memory laneIn this episode,
I chat with some local basketball legends, hailing from western NSW, Isaac Testoni & Ben Matthews.
Coming off a championship season in 2023, the boys take a trip down memory lane and talk about what life was like growing up in the country and how they fell into the game of basketball.
The boys also reminisce on some of their fondest basketball memories.
Enjoy!
2024-08-1028 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 39 - Floyd Mallon | Photography & Everest Base CampIn this episode,
I chat with local legend Floyd Mallon.
A well known photographer and videographer, Floyd has also recently returned from Nepal where he experienced Everest Base Camp.
We chat about his experience and what lessons he took out from it.
We also hear Floyd's picks for NSW's Game 1 Origin side, whilst he discloses a famous nickname his dad has recently coined in relation to his hair...
Enjoy!
2024-05-2427 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 38 - Summah Johnson | Photography with the Sydney Kings | Travelling the worldIn today’s episode, I chat with photographer and solo traveller Summah Johnson. Summah has recently completed an internship with the Sydney Kings and along with Floyd Mallon, is one of the official photographers of the Maitland Mustangs. We chat about her career and the experience working within the walls of a professional sporting team. We also touch on her solo travelling experience and some wild stories that came along with it. Enjoy!
2024-05-1629 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 36 - US Masters RecapIn this episode, Patty and I re-cap our recent US Masters experience! We share some stories about our time in Augusta, and also answer some of the more common questions we’ve been asked since being back down under! Enjoy!
2024-04-2527 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 35 - Demi Cunningham | Life as a Gym Owner | Improving your Mental HealthIn today’s episode, Watt St Athletic co-founder Demi Cunningham jumps on the podcast! We chat with Dem about growing up in the country, as well as her time at Snap Fitness Maitland and how that helped shape her career into what it looks like today. We also touch on Mental Health, and some strategies that she uses to help get her through the tougher times she faces. Enjoy!
2024-03-1837 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 34 - Mick Waeger | Climbing to the Moon | Mental Health & why it matters!In this episode,
I chat with Mick Waeger. Mick has been a client of mine for 6 months, and has recently completed a gruelling mountain climb in Ecuador.
Mick shares his experience, and how he pushed through some serious pain and mental barriers to reach his limit.
We also discuss mental health and why it's so important and close to Mick's heart.
Enjoy!
2024-03-1229 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 33 - Kyrah Sager | Rugby | Overcoming a broken neck | 2024 Footy TipsIn this episode,
I put my client Kyrah Sager in the hot seat!
In a very laid back chat, she answers some hard hitting rapid fire questions, and talks about overcoming a broken neck in a freak accident whilst playing rugby.
She also gives us her tips on the upcoming 2024 NRL season.
Enjoy!
2024-02-2927 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 32 - Christian Little | Growing up in LA, College and Kobe BryantIn this episode,
I chat with 2024 Maitland Mustangs import, Christian Little. Christian hails from LA, California and is hoping to deliver a championship to Maitland this upcoming NBL1 season.
We chat about growing up in a competitive environment in LA, and how he gained his competitive edge against his competition.
We also touch on his love for the late great Kobe Bryant, as well as a crazy college house party story...
Enjoy!
2024-02-1427 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 31 - Bella McGavin | Busking at age 12, developing her craft & 2024 onwards!In this episode,
I chat with local singer/songwriter in the Newcastle & Hunter area, Bella McGavin.
We discuss Bella's unique rise through the music industry. From starting acting at the age of 4 to busking at age 12.
We also chat about some challenges Bella has had along the way and what she has in store for 2024 and beyond!
Enjoy!
2024-01-1628 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 30 - Hayden Martin | Cars, Family Life & Unique ExperiencesIn this episode, I chat with good mate, and long time Snap Fitness Maitland member Hayden Martin. Hayden has been a member at Snap for 6 years, and along with his close friend Josh, has impacted the Maitland community through their car business model, Weapon and Grinch. We talk about the most rewarding part of making a positive impact in the community, growing up in Medford, as well as some funny stories from his life so far… Enjoy!
2024-01-1228 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 29 - Max Murray | Sport, Overcoming injury setbacks & the Kokoda TrailIn this episode, I chat with longtime school friend and close mate of mine, Max Murray. Max is an all round athlete, from playing rugby for the University of Newcastle, to running his first marathon last year. We chat about his unfortunate run of injuries and how he used that as a fuel of motivation, as well as his time on the Kokoda Trail with recent podcast guest, Pat. Enjoy!
2024-01-0431 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 28 - Corey Goodwin | Football, Mental Health & Speaking Up!In this episode,
I chat with Snap Fitness Maitland member Corey Goodwin. Corey has been a member at Snap for 4 years, while also being a Technical Director at Maitland FC for the girls and boys JDL program.
Corey also is a big advocate for mental health, and has been impacted through the loss of his father at a young age. We chat about how this impacted his childhood growing up and some of the strategies he still uses today to overcome challenging times in his life.
2024-01-0227 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 27 - Rachel & Sophie Williams | Sharing the court & the rise of women’s basketballIn this episode,
I chat with Maitland Mustangs sister duo & fan favourites, Rachel and Sophie Williams.
We chat about what it's like suiting up together and what they love most about playing with each other, as well as some of the challenges they've faced throughout their careers.
We also touch on the recent success of the Mustangs womens program and how both girls would like to be remembered when their playing time is up!
Enjoy!
2023-12-2140 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 26 - Adrian Cunningham | Mindset & Improving your Quality of LifeIn this episode,
We welcome Watt St Athletic co-founder and Exercise Physiologist Adrian Cunningham to the podcast!
A good mate of mine, 'Ado' was a former PT at Snap Fitness Maitland for 8 years, before he and his lovely wife Demi established their own gym and community - Watt St Athletic.
We discuss his journey from starting out as a PT, to then progressing and working his way to become an Exercise Physiologist.
We also discuss the importance of Mindset, and how it can be harnessed to improve your quality of life.
Enjoy!
2023-12-0832 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 25 - Patty McMahon | Music, Golf & the Kokoda TrailIn this episode,
I chat with close school mate, musician and golf extraordinaire Pat McMahon.
Patty and I go way back and discuss his childhood, as well as his first ever performance in-front of a live audience.
We chat about golf and the frustrating, yet therapeutic effect it has on some people as well as Pat's recent life changing trip to Papua New-Guinea to tackle the Kokoda Trail.
Enjoy!
2023-12-0419 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 24 - Leanne Featherstone | Life as an OT & developing a consistent exercise routineIn this episode,
I chat with valued Snap Fitness Maitland member and OT Leanne Featherstone.
We discuss her role as an OT ' Occupational Therapist' as well as her time at Snap Fitness Maitland and how she developed a consistent exercise regime that aligns with her goals.
Enjoy!
2023-12-0325 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 23 - Kayla Romaniuk | NRLW success & the rise of women’s rugby league.In this episode,
I chat with 2 x time NRLW Newcastle Knights premiership winner Kayla Romaniuk.
We discuss her journey through the ranks of rugby league. From starting out at the Kurri-Kurri Bulldogs, to making her NRLW debut in 2022 with the Newcastle Knights.
We also touch on her mindset after recovering from an ACL injury earlier last year, and her advice to any young women aspiring to play rugby league.
Enjoy!
2023-11-2437 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 22 - Cal Wade | Coaching & success in Maitland BasketballIn this episode,
I chat with Mustangs local legend Cal Wade. Cal is the current Youth League Men's Div 1 Head Coach and an assistant coach for the NBL1 Men's side.
We chat about Cal's coaching journey so far, what got him started in basketball, as well as some of the challenges he's had to face so far.
We also discuss the recent success of the Mustangs senior program and his recent 2023 championship with the Youth League Men.
Enjoy!
2023-11-1637 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 21 - Amelia Crawford | Powerlifting & overcoming mental challenges in the gymIn this episode,
I chat with young up and coming powerlifter, Amelia 'Moo' Crawford.
A first time podcaster, we discuss how she first got into powerlifting, and some of the challenges she'd had to overcome mentally and physically over the years.
Enjoy!
2023-11-1019 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 20 - Dave Wells | Music, Teaching and life beyond the micIn this episode,
I chat with one of my valued clients Dave Wells.
Dave is a well known singer/songwriter in the Hunter Valley and is also primary school teacher.
We chat about how Dave first got into music, his new album that has just been released and how he juggles life at school and behind the mic.
Enjoy!
2023-10-2927 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 19 - Powerlifting with Sophie D'AmicoIn this episode,
Myself, Gerard, Cam and Sophie have a round table discussion on powerlifting! Soph has recently competed at a Nationals powerlifting event in Melbourne, in which she lifted a whopping total of 387.5kg in all 3 major lifts!
We talk Soph's experiences getting into the sport as well as the benefits of strength training.
We also touch on her love for her dog Cooper, and if she would save his life or Lachie's first...
Enjoy!
2023-10-1837 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 18 - Jimmy Beavis & Will Cranston-Lown | Championship Hunting | All-time NBA Starting 5In this episode,
I chat with Maitland Mustangs players Jimmy Beavis & Will Cranston-Lown. We discuss both Jimmy and Will's basketball journeys, where they started and their future aspirations in the sport.
We also chat about some of the highs and lows they've both faced and some advice they would give younger athletes who have aspirations of going further in the sport.
The boys also name their all time starting 5's.
Enjoy!
2023-10-1537 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 17 - Riley VillacampaIn this episode,
I have a chat with Enhance Health & Fitness co-owner, Riley Villacampa.
We talk about Riley's journey into the health and fitness industry, the impact mental health has had on his life as well his passion for consistent improvement and development in all areas of life. We also discuss our time playing basketball against and with each other, and what lessons the game has also taught us about life.
Enjoy!
Riley's Personal Journey: https://spotify.link/iqbTHVwKeDb
2023-09-2037 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 16 - Gerard Le BretonIn this episode,
I chat with Snap Fitness Maitland manager, Gerard Le Breton. We discuss G's most recent trip to Italy to support his son represent and captain Australia at an international futsal tournament and how proud of a moment that was for him as a dad. We also talk about G's passion for football, health and fitness and the most rewarding part of his role at Snap Fitness Maitland.
Enjoy!
2023-09-0725 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 15 - Tanya BrooksIn this episode,
I chat with fellow PT Tanya Brooks. Tanya has been part of the Snap Fitness Maitland team for 3 years now, and has had a successful tenure as a PT and group fitness trainer. We chat about Tanya's career in the fitness industry, the challenges that PT's face and some highlights of her career so far.
Enjoy!
2023-08-3115 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 14 - Staff Room Chat | Rapid FireIn this episode,
What starts out with a chat between Soph and myself while on a short break, soon turns into a 4 way conversation between us PT's.
Enjoy!
2023-08-0211 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 13 - Returning to Competitive SportIn this epsiode, I discuss the challenges both mentally and physically of returning to sport. I also touch on the questions I asked myself during the season and what I would do differently. Enjoy!
2023-07-1218 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 12 - Kids & Teens in the GymIn this episode,
A topic that's been on my mind for some time, kids and teens in the gym. I discuss the common things I see in the gym setting, as well as ways both kids and teenagers can feel more comfortable performing movements in a safe way!
Enjoy!
2022-09-1610 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 11 - Mental Health | Let's talk about it!In this episode,
We discuss a topic that is very close to my heart, Mental Health.
I hope you can take something out of this episode.
2022-08-0519 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 10 - FAQ's & Open ForumIn this episode,
I discuss some of the FAQ's I receive as a Personal Trainer in relation to health and fitness.
Enjoy!
2022-05-2215 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 9 - Jack YorkIn this episode,
I sit down and chat with Jack York. Jack has been a client of mine for just over 6 months, and is also an elite open water and long distance swimmer. We discuss his journey as well as his goals and aspirations for swimming. We also talk about motivation and what drives him to achieve his goals.
Enjoy!
2022-01-1319 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 8 - Rebekah Wallace | Mindset & Goal-SettingIn this episode,
I sit down and chat with former Mustang Rebekah Wallace. Bek is currently the basketball manager at the Maitland Mustangs and has played and coached at an elite level in the sport.
We talk about Mindset, and the different components that affect athletes and how this can be improved upon. We also talk about the importance of goal setting and how beneficial this is to achieving success.
Enjoy!
2022-01-0736 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 7 - Shakera ReilyIn this episode,
I chat with good friend and basketball athlete Shakera Reily. Shak is currently playing in the NBL1 South competition with the Mt Gambier Pioneers, and is also training with WNBL side, Adelaide Lightning.
We talk about her basketball journey, from starting up at the Maitland Mustangs, the feeling of winning a championship with the Canberra Capitals in the WNBL, and what the difference is between semi-pro leagues and the WNBL.
Enjoy!
2021-12-0727 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 6 - Sally Cribb + Kimmy HeagneyIn this episode,
I chat with long time Snap Fitness members Sally Cribb and Kim Heagney. We have an in-depth discussion about motivation and what inspires them to do what they do every day. Both ladies have completed Ironman 70.3, and we chat about the waves of emotion that come with training and completing and Ironman race.
Sal and Kimmy also reflect on 2021 and how they achieved success through a challenging 2 year period.
Enjoy!
2021-10-2637 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 5 - City2Surf Recap + Getting comfortable being uncomfortableIn this episode,
I recap my first ever City2Surf Run. I discuss some of the physical and mental challenges I faced throughout the run, as well as my takeaways and learnings from the experience.
Enjoy!
2021-10-1920 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 4 - Cameron RussellIn this episode,
I chat with Snap Fitness Maitland owner, Cameron Russell. Cam opened Snap Fitness Maitland back in 2012, and has continued to build a very successful and community orientated gym for all members to enjoy.
We dive into his background story, his time living in Sydney and working with the Manly Sea Eagles NRL team, as well as what inspired and motivated him to open Snap Fitness.
Enjoy!
2021-09-2255 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 3 - Sophie D'AmicoIn this episode,
I chat with fellow personal trainer and all round legend Sophie D'Amico. Soph is a PT at Snap Fitness Maitland and has worked super hard to build her own business and career in the health and fitness industry.
We discuss how she built her business up to where it is today, how she has adapted to the challenging new environment we currently live in, and what people can do to help improve their training routine & lifestyle during these difficult times.
Enjoy!
2021-09-1729 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 2 - Training in LockdownIn this episode,
I discuss some easy training tips to try during lockdown, and how these can positively impact your training during these difficult times.
Enjoy!
2021-09-1414 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 1 - The Process & Dealing with Adversity in SportIn this episode,
I discuss my views on The Process and relate it back to some of my experiences playing representative basketball. I also talk about dealing with adversity and how some tough challenges throughout my basketball journey shaped some of my most memorable moments.
Enjoy!
2021-08-3124 min
The LB S&C PodcastEpisode 00 - My StoryIn this episode,
I will reveal a little bit about me, my story and how I came to be a personal trainer working in the fitness industry. I'll discuss my passion for sport growing up, specifically basketball, my mindset, and how those experiences shaped me into the person I am today.
Enjoy!
2021-08-2817 min