The Pose Down - IFBB Pro Ryan John-Baptiste & Chris D Fellowes

43 - Top of the Table - Interview with Emile Walker IFBB Pro, plus how to stay on track in 2022 and reach your goals.

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000

The first in a new series for 2022 - Outstanding Individuals - starting with Emile Walker, the man leading the points table for Olympia qualification. How did he do it? A great interview with a man leaving Ryan in his dust. How does Ryan feel about that?
Plus Ryan's giving out the inside knowledge on how to stay focused and nail your goals in 2022. What are the essentials to getting the most out of your gym membership and not screwing it up when you're living daily life?

Brought to you by @ryanjohnbaptiste and @chrisdfellowes.

42 - Hot fitness trends for 2022, personal plans for losing holiday weight, and Ryan FINALLY eats the mystery jar!

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 19:00:00 +0000

It's a bit of an ape sh!t episode to start the year for Ryan and Chris, quite literally if you listen and find out.
More importantly, the main fitness trends for 2022 are discussed in detail.
Everyone has some weight to lose after December, how is that going to go down?! Listen and find out.
PLUS - After a long wait, Ryan finally takes his punishment for losing a bet, eating the mystery jar of food.
Listen out for all the usual humour, good times, solid info and other stuff included.

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41 - Does pain actually mean gain? Why your training partner is letting you down! And get bigger calves the easy way - ft Long John-Baptiste

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 22:00:00 +0000

It's a bits and bobs kind of show. Lots of knowledge bombs for making serious muscle gains and progress with your physique.
Why is your training partner letting you down, is it time to make serious vows to work harder? And how much pain do you need to feel to make it work and build muscle...?

Chris reveals a great way to build bigger calves quicker, if it worked for Arnie, it'll work for you. Plus all the usual gym chat in this months show.
Very good listening, learning and laughing.
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40 - WHY you are not getting lean and WHY you NEED cardio if you want to build muscle! Listen for serious training and technique tips. PLUS The full story behind the Ryan John-Baptiste vs Ryan Terry SHOWDOWN at the Arnold Classic! REAL TALK.

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 08:00:00 +0100

A show packed with technique tips for your training, covering hack squats, pull-ups, making your abs tighter, why you're not getting lean and why you NEED cardio if you're bulking and building muscle!
Ryan is back from TWO major shows with one major placing and lesson in bodybuilding to share, he gives the full story on doing BATTLE with long term friend and rival Ryan Terry at The Arnold Classic UK.
Chris talks about making those holiday gains and staying lean at the same time, along with his CRAZY strategy for handling the hotel buffet breakfast.
MAXIMUM GAINS INCLUDED IN THIS EPISODE.

39 - With Guest William Bonac + The secret about your metabolism and why you've been eating chicken all wrong.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100

Everyone is looking super lean in the studio! Not long until Ryan's big show(s). Featuring special guest William Bonac, who talks about football, his secret running ability and of course his diet and training methods.
They drop some bombshells about your metabolism and also the secret to cooking chicken properly to actually enjoy it for once.
Plus Ryan and Chris settle a debate about skinny fit trousers you didn't even know existed...

BIG SHOW.

The Pose Down - 38 - How to "Bio Hack" your way to an elite physique with amazing new technology, ft Roger Snipes. Plus How to lift heavier, hot dog records, Simone Biles & handling PRESSURE!

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0100

Special guest Roger Snipes gives us all the inside lane on how "Bio Hack" your body to get ahead of the game, with serious info on amazing new technology and top tips.
Olympic fever has the guys talking about what it means to be exceptional. Ryan's take on Simone Biles and the pressure at the top of your game.
Chris is in search of his own gold medal, could it be Cross Fit? Or the hot dog eating world record?
Plus all your questions answered, including how to lift heavier and dealing with stretch marks.

BIG SHOW!
With @ryanjohnbaptiste & @chrisdfellowes

The Pose Down - 37 - Move more or eat less? Cereal refeeds and the ultimate ice cream hack recipe.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 23:00:00 +0100

It's a big catchup episode with these friends reunited again. Up for discussion today - should you move more or eat less to get the best results on your diet? Can you bulk dirty and gain serious muscle? We have the answers.
What's really in your bowl of cereal, is it the next level refeed meal?
Plus LIVE COOKING as we show you the ultimate ice cream recipe hack for low cal, low carb, low fat and HIGH protein ice cream you can eat every day. You will need this!
All this and more with your questions answered on air, and hilarious tales of Ryan's FAKE sneakers and new toys on the driveway.
Oh and don't forget - It's Coming Home.

The Pose Down - 36 - Slaps, Snaps and the 2020 Trap.

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 21:00:00 +0100

It's been a bad year, but no one saw this coming! Injury has struck the big man down, and this is serious. This show covers injuries, recovering in particular!
The boys discuss collagen and the benefits. Should you be pointing your toes in all directions when training legs? It's up for discussion with all new Tekkers Talk!
All of the above with a brand new sport you've probably never tried, plus a lot of the usual funny stuff from @RyanJohnBaptiste and @ChrisDFellowes.

The Pose Down - 35 - with Ryan Terry, Secrets of Olympia.

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0100

Both our Ryan and Ryan Terry should have been stepping on stage in Las Vegas at Olympia in September, but with it now moved to December, we have a chat about their experiences at previous shows, how they are prepping right now, and what is going on with life at the moment! Will they break their way into America for the show?
How did Ryan Terry drop 5 pounds in just a few days for a photoshoot?
Chris talks about testing his testosterone, has he reached his peak, should he go over to the dark side to keep improving?
And there's a lot of chocolate in the studio, what is Ryan playing at right now?!?
An epic show with an epic guest. Please like, subscribe and review this podcast, we need you!
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The Pose Down - 34 - How to Level Up, with guest Mark Coles.

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:00:00 +0100

It's time to take things to the next level. That applies to this podcast too, with regular guests making sure you get the best interviews and information.
Ryan and Chris are back in the new studio, now with video guests and this episode they are joined by Mark Coles.
If you're in need of inspiration to take your goals further, this episode is for you. Also looking at how to make your business better and make instagram work for you.
A great episode. If you don't take serious motivation from this one, we are truly worried about you guys!

Enjoy and please remember to like and subscribe.

The Pose Down - 33 - Black Lives Matter, Covid Conspiracies and Time To Prepare for Gyms to Reopen.

Sat, 06 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0100

We are reunited at a distance, but back together to go deep into the serious subjects. Giving our take on the anti racism campaign with serious emotion and real feelings from us both.
Also taking a look at live in lockdown, what is the new normal going to mean for us all? What could it be? And as gyms are due to open soon, Ryan explains how they are likely to operate and will you have to reserve your place to train?
Now is the time to get ready for the new normal and getting those gains back, we explain how to prepare and improve NOW to get ahead of the game.
The world is changing, hopefully for the better and The Pose Down will cover it all, keeping it balanced and meaningful, good humoured and always with your interests at heart.

Audio issues on this episode mean it is not our usual sound quality, but the show is one of our best. Enjoy.

The Pose Down - Ep32 - Lockdown your immune system, backstage at the Arnold Classic, and why are we doing this?

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Ryan is BACK from America, safe and sound. The studio is in LOCKDOWN for this show and they talk everything that happened backstage at the Arnold Classic, and discuss Ryan's result at the show.
How to build a better immune system is a big subject, and important with Covid-19 now a worldwide threat. We are not taking it lightly.
We are also keeping it light with protein beer, Chris's home made cookies, tummy teas in the news and finally a man kicked out of the gym for the worst reason imaginable!

All this with plenty of knowledge and humour combined. Enjoy the show, please check it out on YouTube to see what the guys are doing in the studio!

Thanks for listening.

The Pose Down – Episode 31 - Handling depression, avoiding obsession and fake filmstar transformations.

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 20:00:00 +0000

It's a great episode, covering Ryan's build up to The Arnold Classic, he's under 4 weeks out! We also talk about the different types of protein powder and how to make the most out of them.
There's discussion on obsession vs dedication and how to tell if you're one or the other.
Dealing with depression and mental health, a serious topic, and how using the gym could get you through tough times.
We also take a look at yet another magic film star transformation and the supposed miracle workout tips published by major magazines.

All this with plenty of humour AND the show is finally added to Youtube! You can watch the action and see more of what goes on during recording.

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The Pose Down – Episode 30 - FAKE NEWS: Veganuary and BCAAs Explained (+ Your Q & A)

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 23:00:00 +0000

New Year same goals right? We came to get in shape. It's January so that means the Vegans are coming. If you've ever wondered about BCAAs, this is the episode to explain why you've been doing it wrong the whole time and what the real SECRET is to make it work.
Plus a load of your questions are answered by Ryan and Chris in this first for 2020.
And then the usual funny stuff before, during and after to make this infotainment purer than a concentration curl.
Time to GROW>>>
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The Pose Down - Episode 29 - Winner Winner Turkey Dinner (Christmas Gains Special)

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Party time! The guys are making gains live on air with a very special Christmas dinner you've never had before. A fun Christmas special with a very special guest on the phone, a Christmas quiz, and of course the story from Ryan's triumphant win in Italy, to be crowned champion and on the road the Olympia once again.
Chris has met the most famous person he's EVER met and the story behind it.
This is the perfect finish to 2019 with Ryan and Chris, there's lots funny stories in this show.
Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!

The Pose Down – Episode 28 - Holidays Are Comin' (Ho Ho How to stay lean)

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Tis the season! Ryan is back with comp diary stories from Japan and Chris has made the WRONG gains since the last episode. But they both give the low down on how to enjoy the incoming holiday season and STAY LEAN.
There's also talk of gym fighting and how to expose the fake fitness pros on social media, this is info you NEED to stay safe people.
The rapping continues, it never stops, tell us your favourite in-flight movies and ask any questions you want answering by following us on Instagram - @ThePoseDown
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The Pose Down – Episode 27 - The Muscle Building Bible Volume 2

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 22:00:00 +0000

The second in the muscle building bible series, this one targets those all important supplements. When to take your whey protein and what are the underrated supplements you should DEFINITELY be taking!
Ryan is BACK from a successful comp in Romania with a serious trophy, and plans to jet off to another huge international show.
All this plus some seriously funny stuff, gym stories and even HIP HOP BEATS.
Winter is here and it's time to GROW SOME MUSCLE.
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The Pose Down – Episode 26 - The Muscle Building Bible Volume 1

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 23:00:00 +0100

This is the big one. So big, it's going to be 2 episodes of bulked up muscle building greatness. What's scary is the amount of serious info, who knew it was eating more fat that would make you gain muscle? Carbs aren't actually the answer after all? What should you be doing to make that all important muscular growth you need.
It's time for the two dudes of the Posedown ranch to get on the wagon and take you on this journey to Gainsville, this is gonna be good.

The Pose Down – Episode 25 Olympia Special - Heavy Is The Head That Wears The Crown

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 21:00:00 +0100

The dust has settled on Mr Olympia once again and Ryan and Chris give their thoughts on the surprises amongst the results. They also look at the training styles of many Olympia legends and how they could inspire your own training. Plus one CRAZY training method that could be what you're missing?!
An awesome episode from the Pose Down Pros, with funny business and Ryan and Chris's own personal lives on the table for discussion. REAL TALK.

The Pose Down – Episode 24 - So You Want To Get Lean

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 13:00:00 +0100

So you think you want to get lean. Let's tell you exactly how you're going to do it, the easy way. Chris and Ryan discuss the tips, tricks and easy ways to drop bodyfat.
The fats you think are good but are ruining your chances to get in shape.
How to still have a social life and get the results you want.

All this and the usual funny chat on episode 24 of The Pose Down!
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The Pose Down – Episode 23 – Last Man Standing

Fri, 17 May 2019 20:00:00 +0100

How to drink alcohol and get lean, stay in shape and enjoy yourself. Welcome to the SESH! Ryan and Chris survived a stag party, but HOW?! Pure science at work in this show guys, and a double shot of humour for good measure. The gym police are back and Ryan is dropping some bars on a grime beat. Summer is COMING, get the drinks ready and let's get on it!

The Pose Down – Episode 22 – Don’t Call It A Comeback

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0100

In the wake of Tiger Woods and the biggest sporting comeback since Rocky Balboa, the guys talk about how to stage your own personal return to greatness. How to succeed where others have failed and the one key element you need.
Also, is time out good for you? Is being a powerlifter just an excuse to eat more? What are you getting wrong about creatine? Chris has a crazy new idea to improve your local gym, could be a game changer!
Lots of debate and humour in this episode so grab a protein shake and let’s get into it!

The Pose Down – Episode 21 – Cos I Got High

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 12:43:29 +0000

It's the next episode! Straight from the mean streets of CPT, the bad boys Ryan and Chris talk about CBD! Coming from the cannabis plant, could this be the new LEGAL remedy for muscle soreness, better sleep and recovery? It's powerful stuff! They also cover some game changing new protein bars that will fix your diet cravings and discuss the importance of training frequency to make the most out of your muscles! There's serious info in this episode, and it's DAMN FUNNY too! Time to get HIGH on serious GAINS!

The Pose Down – Episode 20 – DIET BRAINS! Featuring Alex Ferentinos

Sun, 27 Jan 2019 11:38:28 +0000

Oh man, what diet is best? Carnivore? Fasting? Vegan?! There’s plenty to choose from, but what works and what doesn’t?! Ryan and Chris go into debate over these trendy diets

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The Pose Down – Episode 19 – BIGOREXIA

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 22:51:09 +0000

Have you gained muscle without even realising? Are you always searching for more?! Ryan and Chris are BACK from a break to help you out, and find those long lost

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The Pose Down – Episode 10 – Obsession For Men (and Women)

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 20:44:09 +0100

Are you OBSESSED or just dedicated? It’s hard to tell. A funny yet informative show on how to avoid losing all your friends, falling down a black hole, only to wake

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The Pose Down – Episode 9 – Food, Glorious Food

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 15:07:48 +0100

Is bingeing on food the secret way to lose weight?! Want to get lean but still enjoy food? In this episode, the guys talk about their favourite diet hacks and how

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The Pose Down – Episode 8 – Staying On The Wagon

Wed, 07 Jun 2017 23:35:53 +0100

Are you thinking about giving up? DON’T! The guys are back and here to keep you on track! Vital information on how to avoid the “failers” who are trying to

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The Pose Down – Episode 7 – Bodypower Special

Thu, 18 May 2017 10:28:52 +0100

Want to know what Bodypower Expo is all about? Want to hear interviews with the top American IFBB Pro male and female bodybuilders? Want to know how to nail that

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The Pose Down – Episode 6 – Featuring Mark Coles

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 20:12:00 +0100

This episode will change the way you train and take your physique to the NEXT LEVEL. Top guest, bodybuilding champion and trainer to the trainers, Mark Coles joins the show

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The Pose Down – Episode 5 – Featuring Martyn Ford

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 00:02:27 +0000

The Nightmare, Martyn Ford, makes a guest appearance on the show, as we cover the good, the bad and the ugly of social media within the fitness industry. We help

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The Pose Down – Episode 4

Tue, 14 Feb 2017 00:00:52 +0000

Do you want to know how to improve your physique? Ryan and Chris go into detail about how to gain muscle and not get fat! Everything from how to train,

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