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TheWorkoutBenchEP 10 Sam Palmer - 'Don't die wasting your life'In this episode of the podcast, Jamie and Paul are joined by a very special guest — Paul’s best pal, Sam Palmer.Sam is the definition of resilience and drive. A devoted family man, a successful sales professional, and the founder of his own personal training business, Sam opens up about his journey through life, business, and a battle with cancer that would’ve stopped most in their tracks.While undergoing treatment, Sam kept taking business calls, coaching clients, and showing up — mentally and physically. His story is inspiring, honest, and full of valuable insights for anyone looking to level up...
2025-06-151h 13TheWorkoutBenchEP 8 - 'The Weekly Whinge' 4.0Catching up after some time away, we talk about how impatient we are getting as we get older and the negative associations we make with the word 'diet'.Plenty to look forward to the coming weeks, keep your eyes peeled!
2025-04-2923 min
TheWorkoutBenchEP 7 - The Chavvy Hippy - 'Self Love'"Self Love" ft. The Chavy HippyIn this episode, myself and co-host Paul Smith are joined by the amazing The Chavy Hippy for a real, honest chat about self love. We dive deep into the power of meditation, breathwork, and how slowing down can actually move you forward. Whether you're going through a tough time or just need a reminder to put yourself first, this one’s for you. Let’s talk healing, growth, and learning to love the person in the mirror.
2025-04-151h 05
TheWorkoutBenchEP 6 - Luke Rock - 'Fortune Favours The Brave'Episode 6 – Master Your Mind: Pushing Limits with Luke RockWhat does it take to push yourself beyond what feels humanly possible? To conquer challenges so extreme that most wouldn’t even dare to try?In this episode, I sit down with Luke Rock, an endurance athlete and adventurer who has redefined the meaning of grit and resilience. Joining me is my co-host, Paul Smith, author of Would You Trust a Fat PT?, as we dive deep into the mindset it takes to achieve the so-called unachievable.Luke’s achievements are nothing short...
2025-03-241h 08TheWorkoutBenchEP5 - Weekly Whinge 3.0Episode 5 – The Weekly WhingeThis week, we’re diving into three topics that will get you thinking (or raging) – the hypocrisy of the climate summit, the harsh reality of women’s safety at night, and the softness of modern culture when it comes to real hardship.🌍Deforestation for the Climate Summit – World leaders preach about saving the planet, yet thousands of trees are bulldozed to make room for their fancy conferences. Is it really about the environment, or just a PR stunt?🚶♀️ Women’s Safety After Dark – It’s 2025, and women still...
2025-03-2228 minTheWorkoutBenchEP 4 - Weekly Whinge 2.0Weekly Whinge - Birthday Hangovers & Catch-Ups with Paul SmithIn this week’s episode of Weekly Whinge, I’m back with Paul Smith after a two-week break—and trust me, there’s plenty to catch up on! Fresh off the back of my 30th birthday celebrations (which may or may not have left me feeling worse for wear), we dive into all the chaos, laughs, and questionable decisions from the past couple of weeks.Of course, it wouldn’t be Weekly Whinge without a solid moan about the little things that have been grinding our gears late...
2025-03-0818 minTheWorkoutBenchEP 3 - Weekly Whinge 1.0Rough, unfiltered and raw weekly chat!Round up of our week:- Weekly Whinge- Jamie Turns 30... WTAF- The Bad Back Throw Down
2025-02-2023 min
TheWorkoutBenchEP 2 - Ben Hudson - 'Eating myself to an early death...'Ben joins the conversation talking about his journey, imposter syndrome and all things peoples perception.YES WE HAVE VISUALS.
2025-02-171h 18TheWorkoutBenchEP 1 - Paul Smith - 'Where the bro-mance was born.'Season 1, Episode 1. The Workout Bench is born!Sit back, relax and listen. Myself and Paul are talking about ourselves... what a shock!Unfortunately the visuals had an issue, but this is after all episode one and something was supposed to go wrong hahaha
2025-01-282h 10