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The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 23 - BMI can do it with Ryan HicksonRyan Hickson, MvFF Crewe legend, award winner and all round top bloke, sits down with Stan to discuss his amazing achievements in MANvFAT and his march on to a healthy weight and the final title of BMI Boss!2022-04-0720 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 22 - The Next Step with Dayle from MvFF CoventryI first heard about Dayle from a contact in MANvFAT HQ and it was clear from the first time we spoke that he had big plans for MvFF Coventry 11s. Now a few months down the line MvFF Coventry have organised kits, found a sponsor and even played their first stadium match. If you are looking to start an 11s team then this is the podcast for you. With major achievements already, MvFF Coventry show no signs of slowing up with future plans for mental health outreach and growing the team even further.2022-03-3124 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 21 - The Captain's CollectiveStan sits down with Alan Clark, a long time player, facilitator and most importantly for this podcast - Captain - from the Blackpool league and Stuart Miller, Captain of the National Team of the Year nominated, Pork Vale. To hear their experiences of being captain was eye opening and more than a little inspiring. An amazing watch/listen for any wannabe, newbie or experienced captains!2022-03-2431 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 20 - Martyn 'Bedders' Bedford - Fitness for FootballMartyn sits down with Stan to share his story. His work ethic, drive determination are clear for all to see. Martyn is a key example of how you can use your fitness regime to 'speed up' your weight-loss efforts!!!2022-03-1719 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 19 - All the Gear and a Big Idea with The Boot ChamberTo say Stan was in awe of some of the beautiful things he was shown during this podcast would be an understatement! James Williams, MANvFAT Peterborough player and massive support of the MANvFAT Peterborough 11s teams, started buying boots a few years back to relive his youth and was showcasing them on Instagram. Fast forward four years and his passion for boots has become a business. Selling all over the globe www.TheBootChamber.com is now a well respected brand that specialises in the best quality brand new and unworn retro boots. In today's podcast James talks us through how...2022-03-1029 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 18 - Spotlight on MANvFAT Community Coordinator, Paul BakerPaul, who is a stalwart of the MANvFAT community, sits down with Stan to discuss all aspects of his role including dropping a fair few exclusives!!! He talks about the success of the first national MANvFAT 11s tournament and what comes next for MvF 11s (which we can neither confirm nor deny means all MANvFAT 11 a side teams must wear a hat to play in if they play their normal league matches on a Tuesday) Tune in to find out more!!!2022-03-0438 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 17 - The In Conversation Crossover with Nas MaxChampo steps in for Coach Stan this week with a superb, extended, In Conversation session in which he explores the development of the Cardiff MANvFAT league, Nas' role within it and shares an intimate coaching conversation. Truly a must watch for any In Conversation fans.2022-02-2434 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastIn Conversation with Matt SavagarA short, but extremely sweet, interview with a woefully underrepresented but infinitely awesome Purple team member - Matt Savagar. Sav, who was originally on the Green team, kindly moved over to set up the Purple team who have recently won the cup. A born winner on the pitch and on the scales!2022-02-1908 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastIn Conversation with Jorge BrettJorge, of Largentina and Champagne Super Rovers fame, talks about is personal goals, aims and targets and encourages other guys to sign up.2022-02-1914 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 16 - A View from the Scales with Coach Ben GleesonIn a slightly longer, directors cut, version of the podcast (mainly because Ben is a top bloke and an amazing mate) Coach Stan talks all things epic league, massive wins and superb losses with the coach of the fastest growing league in Wales, Ben Gleeson.2022-02-1732 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 15 - Fitting in while getting fit with PT Ross GowerRoss sits down with avowed gymophobe Stan, to try and debunk fears about the gym. Ross gives some great advice about training plans, what can (and probably won't) go wrong and how to get over it! Ross works at Torfaen Leisure Trust (https://www.torfaenleisuretrust.co.uk) and you can find him on Instagram and Facebook under the handle PT Ross Gower.2022-02-1117 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 14 - The Accountability Check In with David ReesDavid, newly appointed PF of the amazing MvF Swansea league, talks to us about accountability, progress, mental barriers and overeating. An honest and thought provoking talk where he shares some really sensible and manageable tips for anyone who fancies mixing up their method of accountability.2022-02-0323 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 13 - How to motivate people with Carl Gareth NortonCoach Stan sits down with the ever supportive Carl Gareth Norton to discuss motivation, how best to give it and what to do if you need some. An amazing watch for anyone who is looking to make their league more visible or help more people within their league.2022-01-2715 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastIn Conversation with Coach StanBilly, finally, sits down with Coach Stan to delve deeper into his personal journey and why MANvFAT Newport and the wider MANvFAT organisation means so much to him.2022-01-2518 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 12 - Being a Team in MvF with Ross and Emma GudgeonToday, Stan is joined by MvF legend and BMI boss Ross, and his hugely supportive wife Emma, to see if they have any pearls of wisdom to share about how to effectively support your partner to success within MANvFAT.2022-01-1926 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 11 - What, or should we say who, makes a league successfulCoach Stan reflects upon the what and the who of success in MANvFAT and, hopefully, shares with you who he thinks we should seek out to say thanks for making our leagues the best places to be. There may be some surprises!2022-01-1317 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastIn Conversation with Liam TimothyLiam Timothy sits down with Billy to discuss his success within the programme and why the goals, targets and incentives in MANvFAT help him to achieve his goals.2022-01-0615 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Meal Plans with Andrew Rowley - Episode 10MANvFAT Newport player, Andrew, sits down with Coach Stan to discuss his habitual changes he has implemented by starting with a meal plan to take the stress out of 'dieting'2022-01-0631 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastIn Conversation with Dan FreitasIn conversation returns with the amazing Dan Freitas sharing his story of success within the Newport league.2022-01-0413 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 9 - Kick Start the New Year with PF Billy JacksonBilly, PF of the Newport league, joins coach Stan to share 5 top tips if you are looking to restart a weight-loss in the new year.2021-12-3025 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastIN CONVERSATION with the organiser of Espresso Yourself, Gavin Edwards!Billy sits down, post launch of Espresso Yourself, to discuss impact, aspirations and dreams for the project!2021-12-2913 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Andrew WilliamsThe amazing Andrew Williams sits down with Billy to discuss his journey, his brilliant Yellow team and what to say to someone thinking of joining MANvFAT!2021-08-1012 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Bradley JenkinsThis week Billy is joined by Bradley Jenkins who almost completes our set of team colours (we are coming for you Yellows!) He talks about the mighty Fatburn Rovers, his success on the programme and his aspirations going forward.2021-08-0809 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - League Q&A - Part 2 - Episode 8Today, Stan answers questions posed by MANvFAT members from the new Bristol league about weight loss, recovery, what to eat and even how to get your family involved in your weight loss journey.2021-08-0527 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastCounter Attack - Mindful EatingCoach Stan talks about a few members questions about mindless eating and shares some mindful eating strategies that you could use to help you not mindlessly eat!2021-08-0309 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with James from Fatletico MadridToday, Billy is joined by James from white team to discuss his reasons for joining MANvFAT and to shine a light on and raise awareness of sleep apnea, a condition that affects many guys. Thanks for your honesty and willingness to share.2021-08-0114 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - A Captain's Perspective with Dave 'Quinny' Quinn - Episode 7Today, Stan meets with MANvFAT Cardiff 'furniture', Quinny, who has been part of the Cardiff league since day one! He shares his top tips on how to be a supportive captain and help your team to success in MANvFAT.2021-07-2929 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastCounter Attack - Slimming WorldToday Stan discusses a question raised by a local league player, Andrew Hoeller, about how to use the ideas from the Slimming World programme about foods to ‘speed up’ his weight loss.2021-07-2707 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Michael Simmonds-DickensResident rockstar, Michael Simmonds-Dickens, sits down with Billy to talk weight-loss, music and all things orange. As you can see, Billy loses his head over this one!2021-07-2507 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - The Journey to Coaching with Dean Bax - Episode 6Today, Stan meets with MANvFAT royalty, Dean Bax, and discusses his arrival at MANvFAT all the way up to his impending debut as coach in the, what promises to be, awesome Kings Lynn league.2021-07-2217 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Jon FryerChampo gets a long awaited sit down with one of our most down to earth and incredibly successful MANvFAT programmers, Jon Fryer. An absolute must listen!2021-07-2009 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with David 'Scan' ScanlonBilly returns from a short house move related hiatus, to meet with 10% weight loss legend, David "Scan' Scanlon to talk about his success, his role within the programme and what he hopes to achieve in the future.2021-07-1811 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Episode 5: Deep Dive with Lee ChampionToday Stan is joined by Manager of Gol Football Centre, Lee Champion, to talk about why he joined the programme and the amazing work he is doing to showcase lots of the guys successes through his "In Conversation" sessions2021-07-1338 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastMANvFAT Newport x MANvFAT TalksIn our first crossover, MANvFAT Newport meets with Terry Dowding of MANvFAT HQ to take part in a MANvFAT Talks session for the MvF Community on Facebook. Here Champo and Stan share their top tips for anyone starting MvF.2021-07-1117 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Matt CroninToday, Champo meets with Matt Cronin from Orange is the New(port) Fat to discuss his progress, the challenges of moving to a new team and what comes next for him.2021-07-0611 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastCounter Attack - How to be Top Scorer in MANvFATIn this episode, Stan, from MANvFAT Newport, talks you through how being a top scorer is calculated and what you have to do to be on the top scorer list!2021-07-0404 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Q&A with Coach Stan - Part 1 - Episode 4Stan answers members questions about nutrition, hydration and fitness.2021-07-0118 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastCounter Attack - How to track your intakeEver wanted to know the different ways you can track your intake? Find out what tracking is and why it matters in MANvFAT.2021-06-2907 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Andy StentifordToday Billy meets Largentina captain, Andy Stentiford, to talk about his success in the programme so far and his aims for the future.2021-06-2710 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Mattie HallChampo meets with the captain of Fatletico Madrid, Mattie Hall, to speak about his success and what he feels he gets from the programme.2021-06-2205 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Mid-season Review with Alex Williams - Episode 3Today Stan is joined by Player Facilitator extraordinaire, Alex Williams, to review the season so far. There was so much to jam pack into a podcast no doubt we’ve missed a few but hopefully there may be a few insights and predictions for the rest of the season; as well as a chance to celebrate the amazing work so far.2021-06-2130 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Carl WilliamsIn possibly our most candid and honest interview to date, Carl Williams meets with Champo to discuss why he joined, why he's staying and why he thinks anyone who needs the help should do the same!2021-06-2015 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastCounter Attack - How to Score GoalsEver want to know how to score goals in MANvFAT? Then look no further as Newport coach, Stan, lets you know!2021-06-1804 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Meet a PF featuring Mike Hurst - Episode 2Player Facilitator extraordinaire, Mike Hurst, from the Cardiff league talks about his personal journey and his role as Player Facilitator.2021-06-1228 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Stuart NormansellIn this episode we meet Stuart Normansell, regional manager for the South West and Wales region and host of the official MANvFAT podcast, talks with Champo about his epic journey within MANvFAT from playing to coaching to now working for the HQ team to ensure the league coaches and players are supported.2021-06-0815 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Gavin EdwardsIn one of our most candid interviews to date, Gavin Edwards, talks about his MANvFAT journey. Thank you for sharing Gav.2021-06-0608 min
The MANvFAT Wales PodcastThe MANvFAT Wales Podcast - Meet the Team - Episode 1In episode one of the MANvFAT Wales Podcast, Stan meets with the the MANvFAT Newport media team of Lee Champion and Billy Jackson to outline the purpose and aims of the podcast and YouTube project.If you want to listen to more amazing stuff from the band who have kindly let us use their song as a theme tune, Colours of One, hit the link https://open.spotify.com/artist/0JLdqnyAeOFyVSuhiwZYM3To catch up with Billy and Champo's In Conversation series use this link https://youtube.com/playlist?list...2021-06-0327 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Richard CrickToday Champo chats with Richard Crick, Head of MANvFAT UK, to reflect upon his recent visit to MANvFAT Newport.2021-06-0206 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Rob TaylorToday we meet with Rob T, a MANvFAT Newport hero, to talk about his success, new found and long lasting friendship and love of local football (with a bonus bit of talent!)2021-05-3013 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Alex WilliamsThe legendary Billy talks to the amazing Alex Williams about the happy accident that brought him to MANvFAT, his epic weight loss and his top tips for anyone thinking of signing up. Find out about MANvFAT Newport and sign up at www.MANvFATfootball.org/Newport Theme music by 'Colours of One' https://open.spotify.com/artist/0JLdqnyAeOFyVSuhiwZYM32021-05-2602 minThe MANvFAT Wales PodcastLight Bites - In Conversation with Alex MayesIn this podcast resident presenter Champo talks to the amazing Alex Mayes about his MANvFAT journey, his successes and what comes next for him. Find out about MANvFAT Newport and sign up at www.MANvFATfootball.org/Newport Theme music by 'Colours of One' https://open.spotify.com/artist/0JLdqnyAeOFyVSuhiwZYM32021-05-2308 min