Ben Coomber Radio

The Lean Machines join me LIVE on the show from SFN Expo, a show where we discuss their journey in fitness, how their opinions and application of diet, training and mindset has changed over the years, whats next for them, why they love crossfit, their top recovery tips, how they are planning to be the worlds best dad, and more musing on all sorts of fitness topics.  Enjoy. Find 'The Lean Machines' all over the internet, especially on YouTube. 

People often struggle with consistency on a diet, but why?  In this short podcast I explore the key issues around consistency, so if you're struggling, get this downloaded, get it in your ears, take action.  These things are simple, they're just not always easy, I get that, but the power IS in your hands. 

Cameron Parker, a motivational speaker in schools joins me to talk motivation, education, nutrition, schooling, parenting, personal ownership, societal norms, social media, addiction, body language, personal motivators, and the impression we are making as adults on the youth of today, and whether it's positive.  This show started as a Part 2 Energy Drink ban debate after last week, but escalated into so much more.  Buckle in, this is show is longer than normal & fiery!  http://cameron-parker.com

Find assessing protein quality confusing? In this show we explore the confusing world of protein quality, quantity and sources. How can you tell if a food provides good quality protein, and what can you do if you don't get it? What about being vegetarian or vegan? Is there a difference between whey & vegan protein shakes? Are protein shakes good or bad?  Get clarity on protein, it's sources, and scientific fact. 

The UK Government are trying to ban energy drinks for Under 18s, and I agree with this move, but Tom my co-host doesn't.  So we settle our differences, or try to over a debate. We state our cases, our theories, outline some statistics on recent similar initiatives, and inevitably politics, legislation, social economic factors, societal mindset and all sorts of 'context' get thrown into the mix.  Let us know where your opinion lies after you listen to our debate... 

Too many people are scared of failure, but it shapes success. In this podcast I continue my story of how I went from bad personal trainer, to AWESOME personal trainer. I share the story where I realised I was bad, the self-awareness steps I went through, and how it shaped my career as a coach. This is the 2nd half of the introduction to my book 'How to be an Awesome Personal Trainer', which is available on Amazon if you'd like to buy it: https://amzn.to/2DyTTjs  Want to share your story? Hit me up

This week, co-host Tom and Emma Storey-Gordon return to chat about metabolically healthy obesity. Does it really exist, is it a good thing to be promoting, and is there more to the story?  By objectively delving into the topic with as little bias as possible, it very quickly looks a lot more nuanced and fascinating than most probably realise... It's always a pleasure having Emma on the show, so we hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!

What is the vision for your future? For your life? For your career?  In this short podcast I talk about my career when I was younger by reading the Introduction to my book 'How to be an Awesome Personal Trainer'. This book is an autobiography of my work career, with life, business and coaching lessons intertwined into the story.  And so this podcast focuses today on vision, tenacity and hard work, the backbone of anyone successful... My book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2OvVreO

William Pullen is a running psychotherapist, yeah, I had no idea what that was either. But what ensued is one of my most enjoyable podcasts yet. I delve into Will's journey into his job, explore the power that movement has in giving people emotional momentum, we share stories that have empowered ourselves, and we breech the core topic of "can running help combat depression", and if so, how, and why?  Find Will here: http://williampullenpsychotherapist.com 

People complain about healthy food being expensive, but is it?  People buy a Cost Coffee everyday but complain about the cost of a gym membership, is this complaining fair, is health and fitness expensive, or is it a case that we don't value the cost of things that make us fit and healthy, but wouldn't blink twice at paying £4.50 for a pint of beer or glass of wine?  Lets get objective, as what we value is key here. 

What if we are damaging our health through supposed healthy habits? Many of us are guilty of taking extreme approaches, or just taking things too far. In fitness we need to aim for balance, but how many people are truly living with balance, rather oscillating from one extreme to the next. Training with weights, dieting, our mindset & environment, our beliefs, injury risk, movement, pain, we discuss it all after a listener writes into the show with quite a story, and me and Tom share ours.... Enjoy. 

Confused whether HIIT or LISS cardio is best? Don't be, lets get some clarity on this short sharp show where I discuss the pros and cons of HIIT and LISS cardio so you know what to do and why so you can exercise more effectively, which leads into the topic of calories and human performance!  Want your question answered on the show?  Email: bencoomber@gmail.com with the subject line 'Podcast' 

If you could ask me ANYTHING what would it be?  I get interviewed by Elliot Reeves (Inspired Edinburgh) on my 13 year journey to date. We discuss my ego, my view of myself, the world as I see it, my career, why I've made selfish choices, prioritising, blocks to success, my legacy, negatives of social media, advice to my younger self, and more.  This interview was filmed 1-2-1, face to face, hard questions were asked. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did recording.

Do you know a couple that can't get pregnant?  I've helped many couples conceive, its an area of my work that just seemed to happen in the early years. And to be honest my approach is super simple. But there are a few key things I believe to be fundamental in preparing the body to give life and carry that life.  A short podcast on my top tips for getting pregnant and bringing a healthy life into the world 

CBD or cannabidiol is a topic that's on everyone's lips at the moment. While some think it's little more than an overhyped fad, others are claiming it will help everything from sleep to cancer - but what's the truth?  In this show co-host Tom chats to Evan DeMarco of Omax nutrition about what CBD is, how it works and what it can be used for in the general public. What's its interaction with inflammation, recovery and performance as well as the upcoming research on more clinical issues.