RNT Fitness Radio

Explore the journey of muscle building for those with a skinny fat physique. Discover why rapid bulking isn't the answer and the importance of trimming down first. Learn to balance muscle growth and body fat while setting realistic goals. Embrace the mental challenges and insecurities that come with transformation. The significance of consistency in training and progressive overload is emphasized, along with rituals that boost performance. Finally, understand the crucial role of recovery for sustainable muscle gains.

In this episode we dive into the art & science of what goes into a successful peak week. A photoshoot can be one of the most life-changing experiences, and the excitement of the day starts from the week before, where if you’re in great shape, you can apply a few techniques to maximise your look on the big day. Today we dive into what to avoid, the rules of peak week, how to nail it and what to do depending on whether you’re after a shredded look, a beach body look, or a more lifestyle one.   Chapters: 00:00 The Art and Science of Peak Week 02:04 Understanding Peak Week Rules 05:21 What Not to Do During Peak Week 11:12 Training Strategies for Peak Week 14:39 Cardio Adjustments in the Final Week 19:25 Carbohydrate Strategies for Different Categories 26:42 The Art of Glycogen Loading 29:24 Signs of a Successful Peak Week 30:58 Nutritional Strategies for Peak Week 34:40 Managing Stress and Expectations 36:25 On the Day of the Shoot 45:38 The Transformative Experience of Peak Week   Next steps:  1) Apply for 1-1 coaching: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/pro/   2) Take our quiz to see if you’re ready for a transformation: http://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transform   3) Get our free book shipped to your door: https://bit.ly/tybtylform   4) Try our free 28 day fat loss accelerator: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transformation-accelerator  5) Optimum Nutrition: RNT20 for 20% off Connect with RNT Fitness:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  YouTube  Email  Connect with Akash:  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn 

After 8 years building RNT Fitness, I hit record to share the real, raw journey. Not just the wins, but the setbacks, sacrifices, and doubts. My wife Chandni joins me to pull back the curtain. This was a step out of my comfort zone, I hope you enjoy it!   Chapters: 00:00 The Journey Begins: Eight Years in Business 06:30 The Reality of Entrepreneurship: Freedom vs. Workload 15:43 Building a Team: The Challenges of Delegation 20:58 Tech Development: The Evolution of RNT's Ecosystem 29:35 Investment Decisions: The Freedom of Self- Funding 33:34 Team Structure: Growth, Operations, and Delivery 37:50 Navigating Business Challenges 44:14 The Employee vs. Contractor Dilemma 50:30 Resilience Through Adversity 50:30 Resilience Through Adversity 56:11 The Importance of Team Dynamics 01:02:04 Adapting to Market Changes 01:10:18 Future Directions for RNT 01:12:35 The Challenge of Imitation 01:13:27 Prioritizing Life: The Top Three 01:15:22 Living Life by Design vs. Autopilot 01:18:18 Intentional Living and Course Correction 01:20:46 The Journey of Self-Discovery 01:23:00 Shifting from Potential to Happiness 01:26:22 Creating Space for Mental Clarity 01:30:01 The Importance of Open Communication 01:32:52 Building a Supportive Partnership 01:42:53 Reaching the Reward Phase in Fitness   Next steps:  1) Apply for 1-1 coaching: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/pro/   2) Take our quiz to see if you’re ready for a transformation: http://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transform   3) Get our free book shipped to your door: https://bit.ly/tybtylform   4) Try our free 28 day fat loss accelerator: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transformation-accelerator  5) Optimum Nutrition: RNT20 for 20% off Connect with RNT Fitness:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  YouTube  Email  Connect with Akash:  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn 

In this episode of RNT Fitness Radio, Coach Ed and Coach Oli dig into what to expect when getting into the shape of your life by covering 10 transformation truths. Whether you’re considering starting a transformation, or want to maximise your progress right now, these are 10 points you need to hear.   Chapters: 02:00 - Truth #1: When the Alarm Goes Off… You’ve Got to Get Up 06:05 -  Truth #2: You’re Going To Have To Work Harder In The Gym Than You Think 09:50 - Truth #3: You’re Going To Have To Weigh Your Food (And Probably Meal Prep Too) 13:45 -  Truth #4: There Are Going To Be Meals You Don’t Feel Like Eating 17:40 - Truth #5: You’re Gonna Have To Walk In The Rain 20:48 - Truth #6: There Will Be Times You’re Hungry And Tired 25:25 - Truth #7: You’re Going To Get Comments From People Around You 31:30 - Truth #8: How You Unwind (Especially On Holiday) Is Going To Look Different 37:38 - Truth #9: You Don’t Wait For Monday To Get Back On Track 38:47 - Truth #10: You Need To Lean Into Accountability   Next steps:  1) Apply for 1-1 coaching: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/pro/   2) Take our quiz to see if you’re ready for a transformation: http://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transform   3) Get our free book shipped to your door: https://bit.ly/tybtylform   4) Try our free 28 day fat loss accelerator: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transformation-accelerator  5) Optimum Nutrition: RNT20 for 20% off Connect with RNT Fitness:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  YouTube  Email  Connect with Akash:  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn 

The hardest thing about a fitness journey is accepting you just gotta do the work if you want the body, health and fitness you’re after. In this episode we cut through the BS and share stories on how to navigate social stigmas, break the all or nothing mindset, whilst exploring how children are impacted by a fitness journey. Chapters: 01:50 - Overcoming the All-or-Nothing Mindset 11:58 - Navigating Social Stigmas on the Fitness Journey 22:11 - Taking Control of Your Health Journey 23:54 - The Importance of Structure in Nutrition 26:21 - Kids and Fitness: Leading by Example 33:17 - The Role of Coaching in Transformation 38:34 - All In: The Mindset for Success Next steps:  1) Apply for 1-1 coaching: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/pro/   2) Take our quiz to see if you’re ready for a transformation: http://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transform   3) Get our free book shipped to your door: https://bit.ly/tybtylform   4) Try our free 28 day fat loss accelerator: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transformation-accelerator  5) Optimum Nutrition: RNT20 for 20% off Connect with RNT Fitness:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  YouTube  Email  Connect with Akash:  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn 

High achievers often nail their careers but struggle with fitness. Discover how physical appearance influences first impressions and confidence in both dating and business. Explore the importance of shared health values in relationships and the unique discipline challenges faced by high achievers. Learn why outsourcing fitness guidance can boost consistency, and navigate the balance between data-driven decisions and intuitive eating. This refreshing approach champions a sustainable lifestyle, emphasizing that fitness can coexist harmoniously with career and personal relationships.

In today’s episode we dive into the benefits, risks and realities of modern weight loss drugs. Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have hit the world by storm, and as they become more accessible, will only continue to do so. There’s a lot of stigma and misunderstanding about them, and their side effects, so we wanted to share a balanced approach to how they could be integrated into a fitness journey. On a mass general population level, they’ll be a game changer in reducing obesity - you can get all the benefits of diet and exercise without doing much. If you’re listening to this however, you want a more holistic approach to your transformation, so we share insights into who it may be useful for, why and how it could be utilised, or not. Remember, a lifestyle-first approach focusing on long-term habit building and identity integration is always going to be key if you want to be a high performer in every area of life. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Weight Loss Drugs 02:51 Understanding How Weight Loss Drugs Work 05:57 Research and Effectiveness of Weight Loss Drugs 09:05 Pros and Cons of Weight Loss Drugs 12:00 Social Stigma and Ethical Considerations 15:01 Long-term Use and Dependency on Weight Loss Drugs 17:58 Accessibility and Future of Weight Loss Drugs 20:59 Integrating Weight Loss Drugs into Transformation Journeys 22:59 Navigating the Complexities of Weight Loss Drugs 26:03 The Role of Lifestyle Changes in Weight Management 30:21 Understanding the Psychological Impact of Weight Loss 39:21 The Interplay of Genetics and Environment in Weight Management 47:51 The Future of Weight Loss Drugs in Fitness   Next steps:  1) Apply for 1-1 coaching: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/pro/   2) Take our quiz to see if you’re ready for a transformation: http://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transform   3) Get our free book shipped to your door: https://bit.ly/tybtylform   4) Try our free 28 day fat loss accelerator: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transformation-accelerator  5) Optimum Nutrition: RNT20 for 20% off Connect with RNT Fitness:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  YouTube  Email  Connect with Akash:  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn 

Today I’m joined by my wife Chandni for a long-awaited episode on the podcast where we talk about what life has been like over the past 12 months since the last time we recorded in Thailand on episode 377. Inside we talk about having a near 2 year old daughter, day to day routines, habit changes, boundaries, fitness and lots more, along with a little announcement at the end.   Next steps:  1) Apply for 1-1 coaching: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/pro/   2) Take our quiz to see if you’re ready for a transformation: http://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transform   3) Get our free book shipped to your door: https://bit.ly/tybtylform   4) Try our free 28 day fat loss accelerator: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transformation-accelerator  5) Optimum Nutrition: RNT20 for 20% off Connect with RNT Fitness:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  YouTube  Email  Connect with Akash:  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn 

Twice per week, we hold Coaching Calls for our members. One of those is a live call for them to ask questions to our coaching team, as well as connect with other RNTers. The other is some of our team discussing relevant topics for our member’s goals. I’ve pulled together some clips from those calls from the last few months to give you an insight into some topics that can really help you in your journey.   Timestamps: 00:05 - Introduction to RNT Coaching Calls and Goal Setting 01:42 - Setting Realistic New Year's Resolutions 06:16 - Understanding the Rate of Progress in Muscle Building 14:45 - Setting Realistic Fat Loss Goals 20:40 - Nutritional Considerations for Different Goals 27:17 - Challenges of Vegetarian and Vegan Diets 36:24 - Managing Motivation Dips 45:43 - Balancing Fitness with Real-World Challenges 56:05 - Handling Social Pressure and Relationships 1:01:43 - Myth Busting: Insulin's Role in Fat Loss 1:01:56 - Insulin and Calorie Deficit in Weight Loss 1:03:44 - General Advice for Weight Loss and Blood Glucose Management 1:04:53 - Debunking Myths About Carbohydrates 1:05:24 - Conclusion and Call to Action   Next steps:  1) Apply for 1-1 coaching: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/pro/   2) Take our quiz to see if you’re ready for a transformation: http://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transform   3) Get our free book shipped to your door: https://bit.ly/tybtylform   4) Try our free 28 day fat loss accelerator: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transformation-accelerator  5) Optimum Nutrition: RNT20 for 20% off Connect with RNT Fitness:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  YouTube  Email  Connect with Akash:  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn 

Reemi’s life completely changed after the shocking news of her parent’s terminal illnesses. She put in all of her efforts to care for them without a second thought. After spending so much time looking after them, Reemi realised she was neglecting herself. So she decided to focus on her health for once, and joined RNT! Her goal was to get strong, break free from years of emotional eating and find real progression in her fitness.  Despite weight training for years, she didn’t see any results. She felt like she could never achieve her dream body as a woman after menopause over 50. Having followed us for years, Reemi was finally ready for the RNT Method. Fast forward to today, Reemi is now in the best shape of her life and is not looking back! RNT brought new strength, structure, and mental clarity that transformed her routine and reclaimed her health.   Next steps:  1) Apply for 1-1 coaching: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/pro/   2) Take our quiz to see if you’re ready for a transformation: http://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transform   3) Get our free book shipped to your door: https://bit.ly/tybtylform   4) Try our free 28 day fat loss accelerator: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/transformation-accelerator  5) Optimum Nutrition: RNT20 for 20% off Connect with RNT Fitness:  Website  Facebook  Instagram  YouTube  Email  Connect with Akash:  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn