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In this episode, Jacob and Coach Blake dive into one of the biggest challenges in coaching—adherence. They break down what adherence really means, why clients struggle to stick to plans, and how coaches can respond when things go off track. From under-reporting food intake to handling clients who never start (or stop following) their plan, this episode is packed with practical tools and strategies to improve consistency and results.

In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Nick from Cede Nullis Psychology on all things athlete and performance! Topics discussed include: Athlete identity What are the signs that someone may struggle with their identity as an athlete? How do you define “thriving under pressure” from a psychological and performance standpoint? The role of routine in improving performance Why do some people thrive under pressure and others fall apart? What are the most effective evidence-based strategies athletes can use to manage anxiety in high-stakes situations?

In this podcast, Martin and Josh discuss nutrition myths; where do myths originate, why do they spread like wildfire, and how can we combat them? This is a jam packed podcast with heaps of content that will have you thinking.

In this podcast, Martin and Josh discuss nutrition myths; where do myths originate, why do they spread like wildfire, and how can we combat them? This is a jam packed podcast with heaps of content that will have you thinking.

In this roundtable, Martin speaks to Dr. Gregory Haff, author of numerous books on periodization including "Periodization : Theory and Methodology of Training" and "Scientific Foundations and Practical Applications of Periodization"

This month Jacob is joined by Dr Mike 2nd, a full time NHS GP and educator with an interest in mental health, lifestyle and behaviour change. Making him the perfect candidate for this months Roundtable where we explore all things mental health and how it relates to the fitness world.

https://media.blubrry.com/jps_health_fitness/content.blubrry.com/jps_health_fitness/GMT20250224-213933_Recording.m4a In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob and Brian discuss the highly frustrating nature of training plateaus. Topics discussed include: Defining a plateau in the context of hypertrophy Physiological stalls Training progression (rate of gain based on experience) - realistic rates of progression Causes of plateaus - common and less common reasons for stalls Driving progression and variables to manipulate

In this podcast, Martin and Jacob cover mindset around training and how to get the most out of your workouts by mastering your mental game. Topics discussed include: Our clients mindset struggles during training; Nocebo and placebo; Workout rituals and routines; and Much more

Jacob is joined by long time gym pal and strength coach Alex Hayes to discuss all things strength. With a long history personally and professionally working with strength athletes through powerlifting, Alex has a deep understanding of strength training. From what it is, how we develop it and how to measure it. These guys know strength and you will too!

This months roundtable Martin and Jacob and joined by the resident cardio king, Luke Twyford, to cover all things cardio. From healthier hearts and mortality to being a handy tool for fat loss!

In this months Roundtable, Jacob and Martin are joined by Brandon Kempter to discuss genetics in fitness. Brandons experience coaching over the years affords a wealth of knowledge on the subject. Thanks to the internet many have become experts on what is attainable physically, naturally or otherwise, and we very frequently hear genetics come up. Find out more and take a deep dive with us!

This month's Education Portal Roundtable features Dr Mike Banna. Dr Mike is a general practitioner who has heavily invested in his own health and is working hard on bridging the gap between the fitness industry and medical world. This episode is centered around stress, from understanding the phenomena and its implications on our wellbeing right through to some practical considerations on how we can approach this when working with clients.

In this month's Roundtable, Jacob and Martin are joined by Anthony Viglione from the Movement Institute. Anthony has extensive experience working with injured athletes and works closely with the JPS team in managing their clients and collaborating through the rehab process to ensure the best outcomes can be achieved. This episode covers the difference between injuries vs pain, loading internally vs externally, the biopsychosocial model and how we can return to training and address programming through injuries.

In this month's Roundtable, Jacob is fortunate to be joined by the one and only, Lyle McDonald, a renowned author and prolific figure in the fitness industry. They cover the sex differences between men and women and what this means in the fitness domain, as well as how female physiology influences training response and the implications of the menstrual cycle on training for women.

This month Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Sports Psych and ex-physique competitor, Dr Melissa Moore to discuss the do's and don'ts of contest prep. There are many benefits that pursuing bodybuilding and physique preparation can empart on an individual, but the journey is not without its fair share of sacrifice and adversities. Being informed before buying into a contest prep is the first step one can take.