RNT Fitness Radio

Today we are joined by Phil Learney, one of the biggest names in the fitness industry of the UK. Phil talks about his life, his family life, how he started the successful Advanced Coaching Academy. He also talks about integrity in the fitness industry, and how it often lacks. Join us in this episode if you want to hear about all of this and learn from Phil Learney about how to become a more successful trainer financially, and more importantly, how to improve the quality of your service.    “I’m not the type of person who comes up with those cocky, so sure of themselves sort of statements, but I am confident that I can walk into any commercial gym in this country and have a waiting list within two weeks. And that wouldn’t require anyone in the gym knowing who I am.” - Phil Learney   Timestamps: 2:11 – Evolution of Phil Learney. 6:10 – Problems in the industry and Phil’s rise above them. 14:48 – Phil talks about the Advanced Coaching Academy (ACA), it’s financial success and advice for other personal trainers on how to become more successful financially. 24:07– What’s holding trainers back from helping their clients get the physique they want. Advice on how to change this. 31:58 – The driving force for the success of ACA and how Phil saw it developing over time. 42:13– Phil’s typical day during the time he was building the ACA in comparison to his day now. 52:18 – Phil talks about good books and his love of reading. 58:04 – Changes in Phil’s family life. 1:03:51 – How to enrol into the ACA & rapid fire 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

On today’s episode of RNT, we talk with Manmeet Chowdhry, an optimum performance trainer who helps people overcome the challenges holding them back from a fulfilled life. She’s also been mentored and taught personally by Dr. John Demartini! She will tell you about herself, her work, and most importantly, how to improve your life with optimum thinking, HILPs, and more. We will talk about fulfillment, relieving stress, and some other interesting things that can have a very positive impact on your life. “Just by changing your perception, you can change your reality.” - Manmeet Chowdhry   Timestamps: 0:51 – Manmeet Chowdhry talks about herself, what she does, and the amazing work of Dr. John Demartini and how it helped her. 9:41 – The difference between positive and negative thinking. But what about optimum thinking? 18:55 – The definition of HILPs (Hierarchy of individual life priorities). The master key of understanding yourself. 29:17 – The concept of infatuation and getting rid of it. The level of infatuation you need and what you don’t. 31:47 – The way the HILPs tests can help people in a relationship. 40:47 – Thoughts on fulfillment. The moment you are living by your HILPs, you are already living a fulfilled life. 49:56 – The law of duality – one of the key universal laws. 56:10 – Tips for staying stable when dealing with the day to day stresses of running your own business. 1:04:19 – The rapid-fire questions. 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

On today’s episode of RNT, we chat with Martin MacDonald, comedian, social media guru and nutrition consultant. He talks about the importance of evidence-based nutrition information and how crucial is that people admit when they’re wrong. Covering the risks that come up with veganism, the problem of following crazes and how important social media is in advertising, he covers it all. “Scientific literature shows that aggressive dieting leads to lower feelings of hunger than moderate deficits.” – Martin MacDonald   Timestamps: 5:52 – How has your business skyrocketed to become so profitable and so successful? 15:36 – How did your reach expand so quickly and so far across the globe? 18:38 – What made you get into nutrition? 22:22 – The importance of admitting when you’re wrong if you’re shown new credible information 41:57 – Best tips a vegan can do for their diet – supplements, vegetables and knowing your stuff 47:23 – The impact alcohol consumption has on weight loss. 01:18:41 – Where do you see MNU going in the future? 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

Today on the RNT fitness radio, we talk to Troy Brown, an ex-professional football player, IFBB pro bodybuilder, and fitness coach. He tells us how he transitioned from professional football to pro bodybuilding and what it was like moving from competing in England to competing in America. With a passion to inspire and help others, Troy explains how he had to stop competing due to an injury and reminds us to keep going, not give up and always have faith.   “We live in a society where we want instant gratification, but you have to do your time, it takes years and years to gain muscle. ” -Troy Brown   Timestamps: 2:12 – Troy’s past and how he moved from professional footballer to bodybuilder 9:10 – Moving to Canada for exposure and to improve your bodybuilding career 12:02 – What is it that makes some bodybuilders so special and always place first, while others, who seem as physically fit, will place lower? 18:26 – The differences between competing in amateur and pro bodybuilding competitions 20:34 – How bodybuilding has changed over time and the formation of new categories 30:46 – The reasons for starting a podcast and the move from selfishness to helping others 34:05 – How giving without expecting anything in return shifted Troy’s mentality, made him happier and got him financial security. 43:30 – Troy’s daily routine and the difficulties in transitioning away from the bodybuilding mentality 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

Craig Ballantyne, a personal trainer, fitness and business expert is interviewed on today’s episode of RNT fitness radio. He covers all he knows about how to best manage your time and structure your day to be more productive. He also talks about networking as an introvert and shares advice on how to deal with anxiety, and mechanisms you can use to overcome it. Reminding us not to put ourselves in a box and to believe that we can improve every day, this is another truly inspiring listen.  “Your values and your vision drive every decision.” -Craig Ballantyne   Timestamps: 3:43 – How did you evolve through from a strength coach to a business coach? 10:55 – How to network as an introvert? 16:25 – Anxiety and the solutions you used to deal with it 29:34 – The risk of setting too many goals instead of being focused 31:31 – The five pillars of success – planning and preparation. 35:15 – The perfect day workshop and working with high performers 38:33 – How to find ‘magic time’, your most productive time of the day 46:24 – The best ways to prepare for the next day 49:55 – How much hiring a private coach can help you 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

Today on RNT fitness radio, we interview Hetan Patel, an Ex-Olympic weightlifter, about his recent body transformation and his move from weightlifting to body composition. He talks about how he balances training, his family life, and his business and how he makes them all work together. With stories about accidentally eating raw chicken and advice on how to get a healthier mindset, this episode is packed with helpful advice and laughs too.    “I felt good. Energy levels were still high and I was training hard managing to get stronger week by week.” -Hetan Patel   Timestamps: 1:48 – Who is Hetan Patel and how long have you been training? 6:44 – A story of nutrition advice gone wrong! 10:53 – What made you change from weightlifting to body composition? 16:55 – What did you change about your diet and regime after joining Adam? 21:53 – How has your transformation affected the family? 26:11 – The evolution of the three different diets that Hetan’s been following. 30:53 – Tell us about your lifestyle? How do you balance, family, business, and training? 39:04 – The importance of meditation, mindset, nootropics and getting educated. 40:50 – What are your goals? 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

Today, we sit down with fitness model and personal trainer, Rachel Saunders. They dive deep on the struggles of women in the fitness space including, body image issues and eating disorders. Rachel also shares her personal experiences with competing and gives us a brief rundown of how she preps. Also, stay tuned to discover Rachels 3 best tips for women on enhancing your glutes. “Nothing else to push me other than my own goal.” – Rachel Saunders   Timestamps: 2:50 Who is Rachel Saunders and how she became part of the fitness world 8:17  What motivated Rachel to compete 11:33 Rachel’s advice to women who struggle with comparisons on social media 19:44 A quick rundown of Rachel’s training, cardio, and meal plan 25:40 Eating disorders amongst competitors 38:09 What Rachel focuses on during the offseason for strength goals 42:42 How Rachel approaches nutrition with her general population clients 45:15 3 best tips for women on building or growing glutes 49:45 Supplement staples every client should use 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

On today’s episode of RNT Fitness Radio, the entire team about the biggest mistakes they see people make when trying to lose fat. They cover the importance of having realistic goals and how nutrition and training need to be your first priorities before you even begin to think about supplements. Filled with laughs and the feeling of a group of mates coming together to talk fitness they stress how important it is to keep motivated and how some help and guidance can help you more than you think. “Just keep going, because it’s worth it when you come out the other side.”  – Team RNT   Timestamps: 2:58 – Where do people most commonly go wrong with fat loss? 6:00 – How to make your goals realistic. 10:35 – Are supplements effective? 18:26 – The importance of consistency and the dangers of programme hopping. 19:53 – Focus on improvement not chasing perfection. 27:02 – How to keep motivation in the middle of a transformation. 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

On this episode of RNT fitness radio, we talk to Swede Burns. He has a very honest and open talk about training, nutrition, and psychology. Also, stay tuned to hear about how he stays in contact with his fans and handles the crazy ones.    “As humans, we have a need to find things so that we can lose them, be it people, love, possessions or success” -Swede Burns   Timestamps: 1:15 – Competing, training, and diet 6:50 – Coaching for bodybuilding contests 15:13 – Going to prison 18:48 – How the 5th Set method was set up 28:45 – Writing as an outlet 32:38 – How do you do your writing projects? 40:48 – Why do people train? 47:44 – How would you advise someone in their mid-20s? 49:32 – How to make weight for competitions 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

On this episode, we celebrate RNT Fitness’ 1st year anniversary and go down the memory lane on we started. Find out how you can be a part of their team as they are looking to recruit another trainer. Also, stay tuned to find out how you can win their Big Anniversary Giveaway.    Timestamps: 1:15 – How Adam and Akash started  9:20 – RNT Fitness is hiring, be part of the team  10:53 – The California experience  14:40 – The Big Anniversary Giveaway  16:47 – Shoutout to the loyal clients and followers 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