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Recovering from an abusive relationship, Karen is a single-mum who works full-time in a demanding job in London. Her traumatic relationship shook her to the core and was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder after many sleepless nights. She had awful night terrors and was surviving on less than 3 hours of sleep every night. Karen uses exercise, especially weight training to bring about a sense of balance in her life. She leveraged all of RNT's accountability systems to support her journey and has achieved a level of 'shredded' that you can easily compare to that of bodybuilders! In Episode 235 Karen Burfoot talks about how much exercise means to her and how 'training to failure' makes her feel powerful and strong. She talks about the support she received through her RNT journey along with her therapy to manage her mental health. She now says she is happy and has a positive outlook on life. If you want to know how training can help you feel stronger both in mind and body, this podcast is made especially for you. "Do you want to write down the same number? Which way do you want the graph to go, do you want it to be flat, or do you want it to go up?" - Karen Burfoot Timestamps: 01:00 - Personal life challenges 01:20 - Wanted a new weights programme 03:15 - Mental struggles 04:30 - Poor sleep 10:20 - What helped? 11:24 - Self care list 14:15 - Juggling work and parenting 17:18 - How she felt when she started with RNT 19:13 - Training to failure 22:53 - Battling the log book 26:10 - Shredded mindset 27:50 - RNT community support 29:00 - The Grind is a game 31:26 - How to manage as a single mum 36:57 - Next goals? 39:05 - Dealing with ADHD 42:00 - The Physical Is The Vehicle 48:09 - Managing cravings 50:25 - Advice to new members 51:42 - RNT in two words 54:12 - Karen's RNT journey in two words 28:50 - Nuggets from RNT Education 30:22 - Physical is the vehicle 34:23 - Tips to members 35:46 - Nutrition Nuggets from RNT 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 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 Karen's Case Study Here Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Tired and exhausted from trying to conceive for a couple of years, Ella wanted a change of scene. She chose to focus on the physical as a way to ease the stress of trying to conceive and also to try and clean up her diet and routine. When she joined RNT she realised pretty early on all the things that made her feel good, making the whole process of trying to fall pregnant that much easier. Episode 234 talks about how she managed her deep desire to become a mother and the anchor RNT provided to her emotional and mental state from conception and through her pregnancy. So just hook on your headphones and listen on your favourite platform. "I feel so good doing my training and my morning walks. If I missed them, my day is a different day." - Ella Wreford Timestamps: 00:11 - The Trigger 02:15 - The yo-yoing cycle 02:30 - Types of training plans 03:31 - State of mind 04:25 - Enter RNT 05:34 - Results 06:15 - Things that made me feel good 06:57- Fertility journey 09:53 - Pregnancy 12:45 - Training during pregnancy 17:27 - Nutrition during pregnancy 20:25 - Eating for 2? 21:37 - Staying motivated 24:20 - Strength training for women 26:52 - Post pregnancy training goals 28:50 - Nuggets from RNT Education 30:22 - Physical is the vehicle 34:23 - Tips to members 35:46 - Nutrition Nuggets from RNT 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 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 Member Story Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

In this episode of #RNTFitnessRadio we pull the pin and ask: what really matters in the realm of body transformation? Is it 80% nutrition, is it all about training, do steps count? We answer the question to: when life gets busy, what actually produces your results. This is for those who are en route to getting into shape and for those deeply investing in muscle growth, where the ratios, percentages and priorities shift. We discuss how to eat, train and live when life gets busy, if improving your body is a priority. "The 80/20 rule is incredible! Use it to your advantage. - Team RNT Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 02:37 - Reason for 80/20 Article 15:00 - Struggling with Stress Eating 27:25 - The essentials 30:43 - Advice for beginners 34:44 - HIIT 47:48 - Perception of being busy 52:00 - Banking your steps 54:02 - Three Non-negotiables for Ivan, Ed and AV 56:10 – Wrap up 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 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 What To Prioritise When Life Gets Busy: The 80/20 Rule For Body Transformation Success Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

In this episode of RNT Fitness Radio Akash peels back the layers to really understand Seema's journey. Heartfelt and sincere Seema talks about how scared she was for her health and well being and how she was so desperate for change. She elaborates on how she rejigged her priorities and her schedule to make sure that she was a high performer at work. And more importantly how she applied herself to the RNT methodology so she would always be able to run and jump and play with her son to their heart's content. You can listen to this podcast on your favourite platform. "The amount of support you get is really what makes all the difference. RNT is definitely nothing you have ever done before." - Seema Shaffi Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:18 - Seema has a race with her son. 2:15 - Causes for weight gain 2:40 - Complications with pregnancy 4:20 - Became a baker during Covid 5:46 - How Seema felt when she looked in the mirror 9:15 - Talking about The Muck 11:15 - Paradox of being a doctor 12:42 - RNT Journey begins 19:06 - Batch cooking 20:00 - Struggles with cravings 23:00 - Managing time for training 25:50 Message for HIgh Performers 27:45 - Challenges during The Grind 31:22 - Health is a priority 32:15 - Consolidation Phase 34:43 - Advice to people joining RNT 37:45 - Physical As The Vehicle 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 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 Member Story Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Maria came to us over a year ago fed up with feeling like she was always dieting. With a history of diabetes in the family, and more people around her battling with their weight, she didn't want to risk reaching 40 only to discover everything inside of her was failing. She wanted to make changes to her life, and most importantly, make changes in a way that's sustainable for her for years to come. She wanted to transform while gaining an education. And a year later, she's got into the shape of her life, stayed there for a while, and is loving learning more about nutrition, mindset and lifestyle everyday. On this episode of RNT Fitness, I'm joined by Maria to discuss her journey. It's a truly remarkable story, and you'll hear from Maria's emotions just how deep this goes, and how much she's harnessed the power of the physical as the vehicle! Be sure to check out the case study linked in the show notes! "Start making the changes as soon as you can." - Maria Chico Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:15 – The triggers back in 2020 03:45 – Her weight growing up 08:05 – Overcoming the breaking point of her life 12:15 – Maintaining weight 15:15 – How her romantic relationship went downhill 20:50 – What caused her to gain weight 25:40 – Other factors aside from lack of education 28:15 – Maria's RNT Journey 36:40 – Time and procrastination 40:30 – How she evolved through self-awareness 44:50 – The value of portion control 51:20 – Building a lifestyle solution 52:38 – Making changes 57:48 – Looking after yourself 1:01:50 – Wrap up 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 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 Member Story Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

On this episode of RNT Fitness Radio, I'm joined by Julia Scoville, who as a busy mother and entrepreneur, has totally transformed her mind, body and life to be in the shape of her life, for life. She's lost over 20kg, and in her own words, looks better than on her wedding day! The biggest lesson for her on this journey was that she was finally able to put herself first, leveraging some of the RNT principles of decision fatigue, meal prep and having non-negotiables in place. This is an awesome story of a woman who decided to take back control, regain focus, and unleash high performance. "The way to get the best version of yourself is to invest in it." - Julia Scoville Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:15 – Julia as a Mum 04:05 – What caused her to gain weight 07:45 – Changes after her trigger moments 10:05 – How she overcame challenges with time 12:45 – Onboarding her family 16:20 – Challenges along her journey 21:15 – How she maintained her new image 24:50 – Myths busted in her journey 26:30 – Realistic lifestyle solutions 30:22 – Happiness from changes 34:15 – Julia as a High Performer 35:42 – Tips to listeners 36:45 – Wrap up 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 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 Member Story Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

At the end of 2019, for our January 2020 intake, we ran a 'Golden Ticket' competition, whereby the person who booked the last spot on the cohort, was to win a FREE photoshoot with @skotvisuals during their transformation journey. The winner, Ram, completed his photoshoot earlier this year after dropping nearly 40kg over the course of just over a year, and right through Covid-19, and in this episode of RNT Fitness Radio, I sit down with him to dive deep into this story of achieving this incredible 1st transformation checkpoint. Every journey and story are unique, and witnessing how much Ram's has changed his life for the better since starting is exactly why we do what we do! Be sure to check out the case study linked in the show notes! "I have learned things in my journey that bleed into all areas of life." - Ram Patel Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:10 – Ram's life before 2019 04:15 – The triggers to start the journey 08:00 – Dealing with issues 11:40 – Mental process and poor choices 16:05 – RNT journey 19:10 – How Ram feels for his transformation 22:00 – Doing self-check 25:40 – What people say about his transformation 28:38 – Physical as the vehicle 33:25 – Advice to those who are starting their journey 38:33 – Influence in the Family 40:40 – Wrap up 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 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 Member Story Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

The number one driver of muscle building is simple: training hard. You can eat in a calorie surplus, use perfect form, and pick the right exercises - all of which are necessary too, but if you don't apply serious intensity, nothing will happen. In fact, without intensity, you'll probably just gain a load of body fat. I know we've spoken about the choice you have at the point you're in the shape of your life - embracing the fluff, or a lifestyle solution. The reality is, you have to earn the right to embrace the fluff, and if that's your choice on the spectrum, this podcast is going to give you the things to consider before choosing this path. "There's so much more in training than getting results every week." - Ivan Gavranic Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:33 – Realities of embracing the fluff 04:00 – Perfecting training intensities 08:05 – Feeling about how you look 11:11 – Feeling comfortable about the process 16:30 – The psychological factor about acceptance 18:35 – Investing more to get more results 22:55 – Training to grow 27:45 – Different training approaches 35:33 – Wrap up 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 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

Every session is an opportunity to grow, in some shape or form. So, whatever you can do to optimise the hour you spend in the gym means more gains, more strength and more results. In this episode, we dive into how we manipulate our training environment based on training in the morning, afternoon or evening, how it coincides with work, and why solid training and activity is the crux of being a high performer. "In a not so optimized environment, making things practical is important." - Ed Pilkington Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 02:16 – Training times and optimisation tips from Ivan 05:55 – Training times and optimisation tips from Ed 10:50 – Cycling for cardio sessions 14:30 – Akash's training times 16:10 – Strict training management 19:20 – The trap of delaying training sessions 24:50 – Daily movement and productivity 28:20 – Benefits of training in the morning 32:15 – Salt and hydration 37:30 – Not to over caffeinate in the evening 40:25 – Wrap up 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 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

A few months before Akshar started his RNT Journey in May 2020 during a fire drill he had to carry his daughter and puppy down several flights of stairs. He was shocked and surprised that what should have been a routine and simple activity felt so hard. That was the first of the two alarm bells that went off in his head. The second alarm bell was less of a shocker, but the long-term effect on the quality of his life really drove the point home. During park dates with his then 1-year-old daughter, he was barely able to keep up with her as she explored. He was self-conscious when he noticed that other fathers were able to keep going while he simply could not. That became the trigger for Akshar to start a remarkable journey which saw him drop 70lbs, and most importantly, gain the energy, strength, and vitality to be the best possible father and husband for his family. Akshar transformed his body and life, and is using the physical as the vehicle, and in this podcast, he discusses just how far he's come. Be sure to check out his case study linked in the show notes too. "There's so many layers beyond body transformation." - Akshar Patel Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:15 – Trigger moments since 2013 04:40 – Food as his coping mechanism 06:45 – Pushing to the limits 08:05 – Taking action after the triggers 12:35 – The need to change and starting RNT 15:05 – Taking control of his life as a father 20:10 – Reflection and advise on managing self-care 24:17 – Why behind the why 27:45 – Consistent motivation and lifestyle 30:20 – Akash's "why" and how it evolved 33:40 – Different layers beyond transformations 37:45 – Physical as the vehicle for Akshar 40:00 – Advice to those who are still on the journey 43:10 – Wrap up 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 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 Case Study Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn