RNT Fitness Radio

Every once in a while, I’ll finish a podcast recording and be completely blown away by what I’ve heard. This episode with RNTer, Sahil is one of those. Sahil has been on an incredible journey over the past 2 years with us, where he’s dropped 30kg to totally transform his life. His journey epitomises our mantra, the physical is the vehicle, and in this raw episode, Sahil explains the reality of being 30kg heavier, what it took to make real change, and the life-changing impact it’s had on him and his family. To read Sahil’s case study, check it out in the show notes, the pictures are truly remarkable.    Timestamps:    00:00 - Introduction 00:14 - How Sahil started his RNT journey 03:47 - How socials affected Sahil's transformation journey 05:50 - Fighting off unhealthy habits 07:12 - How Sahil lost 30 kls. 09:25 - Keeping a healthy lifestyle and be consistent 13:01 - Challenges undergoing a lifestyle overhaul and how he overcame it 19:59 - Sahil's memorable photoshoot 25:07 - Commitment to the process, his why's and dedication even life gets in the way 29:41 - Sahil's loved ones were inspired by his transformation 37:26 - Dealing with his biggest decisions since the transformation 41:07 - What almost kept Sahil from joining RNT 43:22 - Sahil's "RNT Analogies" list 59:47 - What would he say to someone who's just starting their journey 1:01:38 - Sahil's message to the RNT family and final words for the listeners   Book A Call To Start Your Journey! Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:      Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify    For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!         Resources:   Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Read Sahil’s Case Study here:    Follow RNT Fitness:    Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash:   Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

In this episode of RNT Fitness Radio, the team and I dissect what it really takes to keep the weight off. With socials, restaurants, late night snacking, and the busyness of life, making it all too easy to fall off the wagon, this podcast discusses the nitty gritty reasons behind why people fail long-term, and how to turn even 2 years of progress, into 20 years of crystallised gains.   Timestamps:    00:00 - AV's Poll Results 01:24 - Caloric control when eating out 04:05 - Your Choices on a social event 08:15 - How to keep your focus and discipline to get the healthy lifestyle that you want 08:36 - Ed being a parent and choosing a fit lifestyle 13:01 - Your 'Why' on a fitness journey 15:47 - Ivan's thoughts on most people's 'Why's' 17:53 - Akash's thoughts on people not hitting their fitness goals 29:56 - Socialising without actually going out to see other people - social media 31:22 - Knowing priority values 35:33 - Being around other people with high standards is linked to your identity   Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:      Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify    For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!      If you’re in the UK, and you use supplements, I’d highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they’re giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I’ve been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It’s grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off.      Resources:   Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life   Follow RNT Fitness:    Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash:   Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Adam tried everything he could think of to get lean, fit and strong. He had hired nutritionists and PTs. Tried quick-fix plans, fad diets, Zoom classes and more. But, there was nothing to show for it!   And when his self-confidence started taking a hit as well he knew something had to change. Adam then decided to stop wasting his precious time and money on plans that were far from effective and instead signed up with RNT! With RNT Adam finally found the structure, strategy and system that was lacking before.   He finally had the whole picture. He understood that nutrition, training, sleep, steps, macros all played a key role in helping him build his own unique lifestyle fitness solution. He realised that his lifestyle needed a huge adjustment, which might seem rather daunting if you are a one-man team. But he wasn’t alone.   With the world-class team of experts with decades of experience who’d worked with 1000s of individuals across the world to support him, he was in good hands! And with this guidance from the RNT coaching team, Adam set the ball rolling and is absolutely smashing his results.   He now looks and feels at his best and in his own words, which you’ll come to hear shortly, he says:   “RNT is great for anyone that is looking for long-term results, not a quick-fix. It's about creating lifestyle changes and learning how to adjust mindsets that you never thought possible. It's not going to be easy at times, but the learnings are invaluable.”   If you’d like to read Adam’s case study, check out the link in the show notes.   Timestamps:    00:07 - What are the series of moments that led Adam to start his RNT journey 03:35 - What sort of things Adam tried but did not work 05:57 - How did he feel gaining 20 lbs and before joining RNT 06:27 - How did he feel when his started the RNT journey 08:46 - What are the challenges Adam faced when he started his RNt journey 13:10 - Why is it beneficial for him to adapt through the process slowly 16:22 - What are some practical advice to keep life going while transforming your body 24:10 - What is Adam's Why now 24:59 - How is the physical being the vehicle for him 28:10 - Did Adam  have a Eureka moment 31:19 - What almost kept Adam from joining RNT 32:40 - What would he say to someone who's just starting their journey 34:08 - What are the most common objections Adam hears within his circle 36:19 - What's next for Adam 38:10 - Final words for the listeners   Book A Call To Start Your Journey!   Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:      Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify    For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!      If you’re in the UK, and you use supplements, I’d highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they’re giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I’ve been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It’s grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off.      Resources:   Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Read Adam’s Case Study here   Follow RNT Fitness:    Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash:   Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

On this episode of RNT Fitness Radio, I’m joined by Charlie Johnson to discuss immediate strategies you can implement to navigate the busy summer holiday period, how to avoid the dreaded rebound, why our body doesn’t like aggressive changes in bodyweight, and how to fuel yourself to be a high performance engine. Charlie is a fellow fitness business owner who walks the walk, has a great track record, and aligns with our mission of changing lives through the power of fitness. If you’re looking to step change your results, you’ll want to take notes in this episode.   Timestamps:    00:00 - Intro 00:13 - Best strategies to stay on track during the summer festivities and travelling moments 05:45 - What to avoid in hotel breakfast buffets 06:39 - Guidelines to training when abroad 08:14 - What can you do in the hotel room?  10:16 - Mindset tips when going on a holiday 14:08 - Describing the fat cell theory 17:32 - What happens to your body as you get older 21:04 - The long journey to get to reverse dieting 25:37 - How to make sure you're still on track after three years of reverse dieting 29:17 - Goal-setting effectively for a lifestyle solution of being in shape all year round.  32:19 - How did Charlie get people off to the best possible start so they can take that forward momentum all the way through 38:00 - Thinking 10 years back, what was his WHY for starting his own physical journey 44:48 - Charlie's best tips for people who are starting their journey just now   Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:     Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify   For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!     Resources:   Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life   Follow Charlie Johnson:    Youtube  Instagram  Podcast    Follow RNT Fitness:    Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash:   Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

I have very high standards for trainers at RNT Fitness. I’ve interviewed 100s over the years, and the only ones I’ve seen to be successful in actually working with us long-term are the ones who tick all of the following three attributes:   1) Walking the walk. It’s crazy I gotta even say this but with online training on the rise, it’s too easy to get in half decent shape once in your life then hide behind your laptop relying on old pictures. Any trainer worth their salt is always walking the walk, at every stage of the journey that they coach their clients on. Whatever that phase may be - muscle building, lifestyle or fat loss, they should be pushing the envelope and really living it. By the way - it doesn’t mean you need to be shredded year round. It means you gotta practice what you preach year round.   2) Obsessed with learning everything to do with transformation. Training, nutrition, mindset, lifestyle…you need to be living and breathing it, and always be deep diving. I’ve spent tens of thousands of hours and £ on my learning over the past decade, and it doesn’t ever stop. The best trainers are the ones who can’t get enough of the topic. And it’s easy to spot who’s frontin’ and who takes this seriously as a long-term career AND calling.   3) Caring more about the client’s holistic result than the client (not just before/after!). You can’t measure this one, only feel it. With zero barrier to entry or accountability in this industry (this will change soon for sure), there are a ton of cowboys posing as ‘online coaches’ just because it’s trendy + a wave. The reality is, most don’t even care about the work they do, and it’s not a real part of who they are. It’s a phase. Again, you can just tell who’s in it for a quick buck and who’s dedicated their entire life to this. The best trainers are the ones who don’t have a plan B, they are all in and they are obsessed with the results of their clients. All they want is to transform lives.   If you’re a coach who ticks all three and wants to join the home of the best coaches, email us on careers@rntfitness.com today, or click the hiring application link in the show notes today.   For those of you on the search for trainers, or wondering what makes a good trainer, I hope this episode helps you.   Click here to apply!   Timestamps:    00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Practise what you preach 14:50 - How you look does not determine your knowledge 17:31 - Why is it so hard to coach the general population 23:38 - Obsession with learning 33:35 - Caring about your client's holistic overall result 37:15 - The best trainers doesn't have a Plan B 40:55 - The RNT Culture 46:10 - What are we looking for?   Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:     Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify   For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!     Resources:   Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life   Follow RNT Fitness:    Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash:   Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

On this episode of RNT Fitness Radio, I’m joined by Jay Desai, an RNT member all the way out in Nairobi, who’s come on to share his incredible journey. Before starting with RNT, Jay had been trying for decades to get into the shape he so badly desired. After trying everything under the sun, he looked at himself in the mirror one day and decided enough was enough, and took the plunge into RNT after seeing some results of people he knew. The rest is history, and he’s now living a lifestyle solution where he’s in shape year round, and doing things he never thought were possible!   Timestamps:    00:02 - What are the series of moments that led Jay to start his RNT journey 05:30 - The moment that he thought enough's enough 06:53 - What are the challenges he faced when he started his RNT journey 08:19 - What are some practical tips he can give to someone who's potentially early on in their journey 09:55 - What was his first aha moment that led him to see RNT is something different 11:52 - Jay talks about how he managed to consolidate very effectively 16:55 - Some of the things they do now as a family, to sort of bring in that generational health 17:46 - Being a very busy person, what were his sacrifices and efforts to continue on with his journey 19:58 - How the physical has been the vehicle for Jay 21:22 - What almost kept him from joining RNT 23:15 - What's next for him this journey     Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:      Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify    For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!      If you’re in the UK, and you use supplements, I’d highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they’re giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I’ve been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It’s grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off.      Resources:   Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Read Jay’s Case Study here   Follow RNT Fitness:    Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash:   Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

I’ve got a special episode of RNT Fitness Radio here for you, where I’m joined by my dad, Dipak Vaghela, in a candid conversation about his most recent transformation at 62 years young. After our Father-Son Battle of the Ages photoshoot, we sat down together to discuss the journey, the obstacles, what’s been different, and why it’s never ever too late to begin this transformation, no matter where your starting point is. The YouTube documentary is now out, which you can watch by going to the RNT Fitness YouTube channel. I’ve linked it in the show notes below, so go check it out. This episode is so insightful, and to help this message get out there, I’d love for you to share this with a loved one so we can help inspire a new generation to take action on their health and fitness.   Timestamps:    00:00 - Intro 00:28 - Shoot Day 01:45 - Mum, Sister & Chandni’s thoughts 05:53 - Why Dad started his RNT journey 09:55 - Why he did a second photoshoot 14:25 - Dad’s driver to reach another milestone before his 62nd birthday 17:35 - How does he feel being in the best shape of his life 18:25 - How does he think his life would be different if Dad did this journey 30 years earlier 19:35 - What would Dad say to people who think it’s too late for them 24:30 - Thinking two years back, what almost kept him from doing this journey 25:30 - Reflections   Book A Call To Start Your Journey!   Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:      Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify    For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!      If you’re in the UK, and you use supplements, I’d highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they’re giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I’ve been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It’s grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off.      Resources:   Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Read Dipak’s Case Study here My Dad’s 62 Years Young Body Transformation   Follow RNT Fitness:    Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash:   Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

During my travels to Nashville recently I was at the lunch break of a business conference, looking for a healthy vegan spot to get some food at. As I found literally the only one within a 30 minute walk that day, I met a fellow founder and vegan, Maxime Sigouin. We hit it off straight away and I knew he’d be a great guest to bring on the show, so here we are. Maxime Sigouin is the owner of Fit Vegan Coaching who’s on a mission to help the world get lean, thrive and disease proof their bodies using a whole food plant-based lifestyle. In this episode we dive into the common mistakes people make when going plant-based, how best to approach it, and why it can make such a difference beyond the physical.    Timestamps:    00:00 - Nine years since Maxime turned to being a fully plant-based Vegan 03:03 - What was the journey of education for him 06:21 - After a couple of months feeling better, how did Maxime transition into the journey and education of going plant-based 09:55 - His journey through the last 5-years of being Vegan in the fitness industry 12:09 - Where is he in the aspect of veganism, environment, ethics 13:12 - What are the practical strategies would Maxime advice to those who are listening 16:55 - What's his advice from a lifestyle, social, travel perspective -  21:48 - Maxime only work with Vegans, what made him take this position and his journey through it 24:10 - What does he think people make the most mistake when they first go vegan 28:34 - Biggest myths and objections from people who wants to go vegan 31:48 - What's Maxime's vision for the world when it becomes plant-based veganism     Book A Call To Start Your Journey!   Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:      Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify    For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!      If you’re in the UK, and you use supplements, I’d highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they’re giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I’ve been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It’s grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off.      Resources:   Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life   Follow Maxime:    Instagram Podcast   Follow RNT Fitness:    Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash:   Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

In 2019 I set out to complete a half marathon, because I wanted to try something new and I love a challenge. My aim was to run it under 2 hours, which I accomplished with a time of 1 hour 58 minutes. So when long-term RNT member Ian said he was aiming to go for a sub 3 hour marathon in his first 6 months of RNT, I thought he was bonkers. And then when he got that and said he wanted to shave another 15 minutes off in the next 6 months after, I was just excited to see him smash it. And so he did. As an avid runner all his life, he’d never cracked the code of body composition, nutrition and strength training, the missing pieces for him to accomplish his long standing running goals, and most importantly, unlock pinnacle high performance in all aspects of his life. I really enjoyed this conversation discussing the mindset required to run such a fast pace, and the daily discipline needed to excel at such extremes.   Timestamps:    00:00 - What are the series of trigger moments that led you to join RNT? 06:20 - How did Ian find the process of actually making a change?  07:30 - What are the things he learned about nutrition that is a big eye opener for him 12:50 - Ian has been running for years, but what is the difference of running now  with RNT compared to before 17:01 - Where did he get the mindset of being really competitive?  20:30 - How does Ian structure his life being a very busy entrepreneur 25:30 - What exactly has he been chasing whenever he’s running 30:17 - What goes through his mind when he’s running 40:31 - What does he think makes a high performer? 41:50 - How’s the physical been the vehicle for Ian 45:00 - What would he say to someone who’s been at the beginning of their RNT journey 47:27 - What almost kept him from joining RNT 48:30 - Final words - what’s next for Ian?    Book A Call To Start Your Journey!   Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:      Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify    For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!      If you’re in the UK, and you use supplements, I’d highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they’re giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I’ve been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It’s grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off.      Resources:   Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Read Ian’s Case Study here   Follow RNT Fitness:    Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash:   Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

After 1000s of hours on Zoom, millions of WhatsApps, Slacks and emails, it was incredible spending a few days of quality time with Ivan, who in March celebrated his 3rd year with us at RNT. As a small token of gratitude for helping build RNT to where it is now, and being there through thick and thin, all the highs and lows, and always always living, breathing and believing in the mission behind what we do at RNT, I decided to fly him out to Bali for a few days with us from Australia. It’s rare to find people in the fitness industry who practice what they preach and genuinely put service above everything. Ivan is one of those. The best bit is seeing how his career has developed, and how he’s personally grown so much over the years. From a burnt out personal trainer working three jobs around the clock (!), where if you didn’t work, you didn’t get paid…To now heading up all of our education and research, internally for our members, and externally in all our long form content. One of the best parts of what I do is seeing my team develop, and giving them a real runway to grow and make a life changing impact globally. When I started RNT, I wanted to fix the sad reality of the fitness industry for most: no holidays, no security, no stability and no career path. The reality for most trainers + coaches (both online AND in person) is a constant state of anxiety. I’ve been there, Ivan’s been there, and creating a genuine platform for trainers + coaches to THRIVE with their unique strengths, is a key driver in how I set up many of the systems internally.  When Ivan was here, we decided to sit down and have a chat about his 3 years, and how he’s found the journey so far. Ivan, it’s been an incredible 3 years so far, and I can’t wait to see what the next 3 years hold.   Timestamps:  00:00 - Intro 00:30 - What stopped Ivan before from going on a holiday? 00:45 - What changed?  01:35 - Reflecting how a PT goes on a holiday 02:45 - As a PT - having a child, extremely exhausted 05:07 - AV’s trigger moment of switching from a PT to an entrepreneur 12:46 - Ivan celebrating his 3rd year anniversary - his RNT journey 19:30 - Ivan started to rebuild the curriculum 25:11 - Where do you give the most value to your team? 48:00 - Fighting Dopamine 53:15 - Technology as a gamifier 57:06 - What’s the most exciting thing for Ivan here in RNT   Book A Call To Start Your Journey!   Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “RNT Fitness Radio” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:   Apple Podcasts   Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify For any podcast suggestions, or if you’d like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We’d love to hear from you!   If you’re in the UK, and you use supplements, I’d highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they’re giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I’ve been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It’s grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off.     Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life   Follow RNT Fitness:  Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email   Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn