This week on the podcast, Frank shares his first seven days wearing a Whoop band, the screenless fitness tracker used by elite athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo and Rory McIlroy.

Together, Frank and Katie dive into the world of wearable tech, recovery scores, sleep tracking, stress monitoring, and whether all this data actually helps everyday people live healthier lives… or just makes us more obsessed with numbers.

They discuss:

• Why Frank decided to try Whoop

• The surprising ways it influenced his behaviour

• The pros and cons of tracking sleep, recovery and strain

• Whether fitness wearables improve intuition or replace it

• How stress outside the gym affects recovery

• Why beginners might benefit most from this kind of feedback

• And whether Katie has now been convinced to buy one herself…

A thoughtful, honest conversation about fitness, performance, recovery, and finding the balance between listening to your body and listening to the data.

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In this episode, Frank & KBC dive into the world of "healthmaxxing" influencers — the latest internet trend where health, fitness, sleep, nutrition and even aesthetics are pushed to the absolute extreme.

From viral "biohacking" routines to people tracking every single step, supplement and sleep cycle, we ask the big question: are we actually improving health… or just chasing an impossible version of perfection?

We explore:

• What "healthmaxxing" actually means (and where it came from)
• The link to looksmaxxing and biohacking culture
• Extreme examples from social media (yes… including face-hammering livestreams 😳)
• The rise of tracking everything from steps to sleep to recovery
• Whether these influencers inspire us — or quietly stress us out
• And the big debate: are we all a bit "healthmaxxed" already?

It's part funny, part uncomfortable, and very real, especially if you've ever checked your step count before bed…

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Frank turns into "Stat Man" this week as we dive into the world of group exercise and the numbers might surprise you.

We're talking:

• Why 10.6 million adults in the UK are taking part in group fitness
• How the industry has evolved from old-school Keep Fit classes to today's huge variety
• Why the experience can be completely different depending on the instructor
• The real reason people stick to classes (hint: it's not just the workout)
• And why group exercise might be more important than ever in a world of AI and screens

We also get honest about the industry:

• Why instructors are still underpaid after 20+ years
• How that impacts the quality of classes
• And what needs to change moving forward

Whether you're a total beginner, someone who's never quite found "your" class, or a long-time group fitness lover—this episode will help you understand why group exercise works, and how to find the right fit for you.

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"Why has my progress stopped?!"

If you've ever asked yourself that, this episode will hit home.

Frank and Katie dive into one of the most common frustrations in health and fitness: the dreaded plateau. But here's the twist—most of the time, it's not a plateau at all.

They chat through:

• Why progress never follows a straight line
• The idea of a "perceived plateau" (and why it matters)
• How modern life has killed our patience
• The simple questions to ask yourself before changing anything
• Easy ways to reignite your focus and momentum

Plus, a reminder that sometimes… maintaining is winning.

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In this episode, we're talking all things holidays and fitness, because let's be honest, this is where a lot of people feel stuck.

Should you train? Should you switch off? Are you going to "undo all your hard work"?

We break it down in a simple, realistic way and help you reframe the whole thing.

The key?
👉 Deciding what your holiday means for you right now.

Whether you need a full reset, want to maintain your progress, or see it as an opportunity to do more, we share practical tips to help you approach your holiday with confidence, without guilt, pressure, or extremes.

If you've got a trip coming up, this one will help you enjoy it and feel good when you get back.

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Galaxy vs Cadbury, mini eggs, and… a side of guilt.

If Easter left you feeling a bit overindulgent and slightly annoyed at yourself, this episode is for you.

Frank and Katie chat honestly about:

• That "I've ruined everything" feeling
• Why going extreme afterwards doesn't work
• How to draw a line and move on (without punishment)
• The power of small habits to get you back on track
• How to enjoy special occasions without losing control

No detoxes. No nonsense. Just real, practical advice to help you feel better today.

Ever heard someone rave about the keto diet like it's the best thing since sliced bread? That's exactly what sparked this episode, after overhearing two blokes in the sauna going all-in on the "magic" of ketosis, we thought… right, let's talk about this properly.

In this episode, we break down what the keto diet actually is, what it means to be in ketosis, and whether it really lives up to the hype. No extremes, no scaremongering. Just an honest conversation, between two Personal Trainers who work with real people every day. So this is all about practical experience, what we've seen work (and not work), and helping you cut through the noise to make better decisions for yourself.

No magic. No miracles. Just real talk.

In this episode, we dive into 'The Ozempic Effect: Beyond the Waistline' and unpack what might be one of the biggest shifts in modern health and behaviour.

While most of the conversation around Ozempic focuses on weight loss, this documentary takes it much further, exploring the ripple effects across industries, lifestyles, and society as a whole.

We share our thoughts on the key themes from the documentary, including how these drugs are changing our relationship with food, appetite, and self-control.

But more importantly, we explore what this means in the real world:

• How the fitness industry may need to evolve
• The potential impact on food, retail, and even financial markets
• The rise of "medicated behaviour change"
• And what we're already noticing with our own clients when it comes to motivation, habits, and mindset

This isn't just about weight loss, it's about how a single medical breakthrough could reshape how we live, eat, and think.

If you work in fitness, care about your health, or are simply curious about where the world is heading, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

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