With Joey recently returning from God’s Country, the boys catch up on how it all went down. It appears the vibes are strong and so are the humans. Antics with Tee and Auntie Esther ensue…

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But ask any gym owner, or small business owner, and they’ll tell you that the path gets extremely lonely at times

Pauly and Joey reflect on the earlier years of Jungle Brothers and some of the challenges they and Teora faced. And with this harsh truth in mind, they explain how the concept of ‘Tribe’ became so central to the ethos of Jungle Alliance

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But let us not shy away from using our experience in someone else’s gym, to illustrate why things are the way they are in our gyms

Joey details his experience jumping into an F45 class, and what he learned about it’s approach to programming, class management, and injury prevention. As stated in the episode, this was many years ago now, so there’s a chance things may have evolved since.

A chance…

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In that spirit, today we dive into a couple of the shows we’ve been listening to lately:

Garys Economics, breaks down economic concepts for everyday folks (my kind of economics)

Blowback, a historical telling of America’s grizzly Iraq invasion

There’s also a couple of other honourable mentions, such as Yanis Varoufakis and Richard Wolff, plus an epic soundbite of a hilarious phone conversation between George Bush and Saddam Hussein

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Full credit to Blowback for the soundbite we play on this show

We break down how you’d go about working in a Jungle Alliance gym, including why it’s important to be a member of the gym and complete the Coach Certificate.

Like we tell those who who want to train in our gyms, we ain’t into short term flings

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We’ve been in the game a while now, and from our little studio in Botany, there are a few shows punching well above their weight. Allow us to share some key insights and learnings with you so we can save you the time, money and stress of an under-performing show

Rip in and enjoy

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You only have to walk to your local shops and observe the number of people who actively avoid eye contact, or struggle to have a simple exchange with a stranger

We are becoming increasingly isolated…

But the good news is, we’ve formed a resistance.

And if you’re game, you can combat this societal plunge into isolation with us. Catch some practical measures in this ep, as well as some tips on how to get your kids eating well, straight from the front lines.

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Choc found his way from a small country town to the church of gains, where he plies his trade as a Chek Holistic Health Coach. A jiu jitsu purple belt with a million dollar smile, Choc embodies the values of the Jungle ethos

He takes us through what attracted him to the world-renowned Chek Institute, and the biggest benefits this approach holds for the every day human

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This isn’t something any of us should be in a rush to do – however the time does comes where you feel compelled to step into the next chapter, whatever that may be

This is a daunting prospect, however and one that requires care.

In todays episode we discuss Pauly’s transition out of the management role at Jungle Botany:

• What roles he’s handing over and how he’s going about it
• The insecurities he’s dealing with as he takes the next step
• The fear and uncertainty that surrounds you during such a move

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Where chaos reigns supreme…

Where the only rule is ‘there are no rules’

We’re talking about Globo Gyms

In this episode you’ll learn:

• What happens when you give people free-reign to wreck themselves
• How ‘finding your own way’ in the gym can end up costing you years of results and money-wasted
• How you can turn this chaos-ridden environment into one of productivity and progress for yourself

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Whether you’re a coach looking to up-skill, a gym-frother who wants to go deeper, or are considering embarking on the gym-ownership journey – we got something for you

In this episode you’ll get the low down on our upcoming:

• Strength and Movement Experience
• Speciality courses for Bodyweight, Strength and Movement, and Weightlifting
• Gym Owners Info Night

If you want to book in or would like more info on any of these, just reach out to info@junglealliance.com

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We all got busy lives outside of the gym. And like a lot of people you may not be aware of how much influence the rest of your life has on your gym journey…

Today we break down the 3 sign’s of over training. Knowing these signs will not only allow you to better manage your effort and recovery in the gym, but also make better choices when it comes to day to day decisions and behaviours. 

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They spark inspiration and action in those around them. But what are the qualities that allow them to do that? And can they be learned, or is it all some kind of god-given gift?

In todays episode Joey breaks down the 6 Laws of Gym Leadership

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Owner of a couple of small businesses, has 3 kids, decides to go and study full time. Power move.

Daunting, or liberating? Depends how you approach it. Fascinating chat with Pauly on how he plans to have even greater impact his little corner of the earth.

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We’re not talking Trump vs Harris or China and Taiwan. But much like those, each side has a claim that they’re ready to give their life for. Which is the truth..?

In todays episode Joey breaks down the Eastern and Western strength philosophy, and where they prevail within our fitness culture. He then takes us to the heart of a dilemma, the belly of the beast if you will, and explains how the prevailing western-philosophy has the potential to leave us on the wrong side of history

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Our guest Kashi teaches us about the origins of the term Yoga and how it diverted into two very different paths throughout India and Persia. He introduces us to what is know as the Temple Of Strength, simple buildings where men of all ages devote themselves to building strength, and how this culminates in the warrior spirit known as Pahlavani.

One of the most gangster stories we’ve ever featured on the show.

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Why Rewind?

Our podcast has been a round a while now and we realised there were a lot of epic discussions which newer listeners have never heard. This is how we shine a light on these great episodes and present them for you. For those who have heard this episode, it deserves a round two. At the least.

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We’d get great people in, but soon realise they didn’t have that ‘thing’ they needed to have

It was hard for us to even define what that ‘thing’ was…

This was until we changed our approach entirely –

In this episode Pauly and I break down the simple system we now use to identify and train awesome coaches. Many years of mistakes, trial and error brought us to this point.

If you’re in the game and looking to fill your spot with amazing leaders, we got you.

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Intervals, high-intensity work, metcons – it’s great stuff. You need on your plate…

But like all good things, having too much causes problems:

• Your obliterate your nervous system and can’t function properly
• You cop unnecessary injuries because of high-reps of poor movement patterns
• You’re distracted from working on the things which will actually push the needle in your training

In this episode Pauly and I break down where it fits in the overall scheme of your training week and how often you need to redline.

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The agreement has always been – if we’re hosting an event, it has to be a banger.

But like most things we did in our early years, we went in blind. And while we usually delivered on creating the memorable experience for folks, it always cost us huge amounts of time and energy.

Thankfully these days we’re a little better prepared. And in this episode we layout the exact system we use to run epic events in our gyms, including:

1. Choosing a theme
2. Planning the event
3. Comms with the members
4. Assigning roles to staff
5. Bringing on strategic partners
6. Delivering a memorable experience

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We’ve picked up some invaluable marketing tips over the years…

In this episode I share 3 tips that have, and continue to serve me well

1. Make it about them
2. Don’t speak to your colleagues
3. Don’t be afraid to repeat yourself

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We were extremely fortunate to have Michael on the show. He does an incredible job of explaining the mechanisms behind gender violence and some of the practical solutions available.

Pauly and I learned a lot in this one, and we hope you do too. Please share this episode with those around you.

If you’ve been a victim of violence, these organisations can help:

1800 Respect on 1800 737 732

NSW Domestic Violence Line on 1800 656 463

Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service on 1800 938 227

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Pauly and I get into it and attempt to unpack our feelings on the matter. Sharing discussions like this isn’t so easy for us, as it’s clearly not a field we’re qualified to talk on. But our view is that should be no reason NOT to share it. Hopefully this helps some other people to open up the conversation and look deeper.

Note – we do have an expert on this matter joining us for next weeks episode. Please make sure to catch that

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Especially if you play contact sports or martial arts –

Pauly and I are both dealing with a little knee niggle right now. We break down the situation that led to said injuries and how we’re dealing with them

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Enrol now for the Coach Certificate June 1-2 in Sydney

We break down the top commonly asked questions about the upcoming Coach Certificate

• Do I have to be working as a coach to enrol?
• What if I am weak and inflexible?
• Can I attend even if I’m not working in the fitness industry?
• Do I need to have a cert 3 and 4?

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Jungle Esther aka The Force From The North, joins us for a catch up on how things are going at Jungle Cabarita Beach. She gets real on what the first year of gym ownership has been like, the insecurities she felt regarding her own training progress and opening a gym, meeting our expectations, and making this thing work in a small town.

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Scott’s been able to draw on his professional sports background, fatherhood, and the positive role models he’s had, to create something powerful that’s reaching far beyond just Australia.

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In this episode we explore some of the key skills we gained during those years working on productions, such as: navigating team dynamics, making yourself useful, reading the next play, and being action-oriented

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When it comes to social media, this plays a massive role in your ability to bring value to the world.

Using Paul’s recent dive back into study, we explore imposter syndrome and how it might be holding you back from showing the world how awesome you really are

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We break down the Fight Lift Move Methodology. After months of deliberating how we would define ourselves, Tee had the bright idea. It summed up everything we loved in training, our world view and what we viewed as important for our tribe.

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Having clear Systems and Processes for everything in your business gives you:

• Peace of mind
• Bandwidth to work on new projects
• A playbook that you can hand over to someone else

Pauly and I explore the need for S&P, how it can make your business more profitable, and your life more enjoyable.

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In this episode Paul and I break down the JA approach to this, starting with the first consideration: context. Once you understand that, it’s easy to know which method of scaling you will employ:

• Weight
• Range
• Reps
• Complexity

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This was a fun one to rehash. Enjoy

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I did learn something else, though…

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I detail my time when I was closest to the Movement Culture and what I’ve learned in the years following.

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I’m excited to facilitate next weekends Coaches Intensive. This course is something I’ve been closely involved in since day one and i’m very proud of it. This next event is now sold out, but if you’d like to know about attending one of our 2024 events, please reach out to me here joey@junglebrothers.com

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• The JB philosophy and how you can use it to build robust, durable humans
• Practical programming principles
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Whether your goal is to someday work with us or not, you’ll leave this experience with many practical tools to improve your coaching career.

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We broke new ground today fam. I recorded this episode by myself, and let me tell you, I didn’t find it hard at all to talk for 20 mins straight. In this ep I take you through the Class Coaching Must Do’s. Fulfilling these 9 items will make your class coaching an experience your people will want to come back for…

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You will learn:

• Our Foundational Movements Patterns, including Bodyweight, Weightlifting, Movement and Conditioning
• How to coach with authority and become a leader in your space
• The JB philosophy and how you can use it to build robust, durable humans
• Practical programming principles
• Business basics like sales and marketing

Whether your goal is to someday work with us or not, you’ll leave this experience with many practical tools to improve your coaching career.

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In todays chat, Pauly and I dive into one of the key challenges we’ve faced when bringing new coaches into our business. We bring this challenge back to a single concept – the specialist vs the generalist. We define what each of these labels means and how that can affect the coaches you have in your space, or your journey as a coach.

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If you run a business chances are you have plates spinning all over the shop. If you don’t have systems in place, you’ll likely be unproductive. And when that happens, plates start to fall. The business suffers.

Today i’m joined by Rikki, tribesman here at Jungle Botany and owner of two businesses. We spoke at length about his first baby, Waw Handplanes, back on episode 157. Listen to that if you haven’t already done so as it’s a hell of a story and gives real insight into building such a brand.

Today we talk about ways we both stay productive when you’re constantly switching between roles.

Listen to episode 157: Turning ocean plastics into an epic surf biz

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The one piece that has been central to the JB ethos since day one. This piece of kit allows you maximum flexibility. It gives you the freedom to explore multiple training modalities in the one space. And if you value a variety of training styles (like we do), flexibility is paramount.

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It’s a second home for your OG’s. But for an outsider, it all kinds of intimidation. Even for me as a gym owner, gym goer and certified savage, approaching a new space always makes me a little nervous.

Hospitality is at the heart of today’s chat. We talk about how vitally important it is that your staff make newbies welcome in your space. As well as the role the design of your gym and it’s appearance to the street plays in this equation.

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It started because he insisted Zercher Squats were an advanced exercise. And people would be better of Back Squatting for a few years before anything else. I disagreed. And the debate was on. A fulfilling exchange and a healthy expansion of perspectives.

Pauly and I recap on this debate, and go into a breakdown of what our training currently looks like. Injuries, squats, heavy stuff, and cows. In short, what you’re here for.

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Learn the skills you need to be a world class coach at the Jungle Alliance Coaches Intensive. May 27-28 May, at Jungle Botany. Contact joey@junglebrothers.com for enrolment or more info.

I’m joined by Esther Mason to talk her journey into the Alliance and the opening of Jungle Cabarita Beach! At the time of recording the new gym wasn’t yet confirmed, but at the time of posting the lease has been approved and things are moving full steam ahead.

We met earlier last year, and got to know each other when she attended the Coaches Intensive in late 2022. Esther is a big energy human, which resulted in the rapid pathway to the opening of the Northern Rivers.

Enjoy the origin story. Keen to get Esther back on the show as her gym owner journey unfolds.

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I went through it myself, coming out of the film industry.

I’m joined by one of the newer recruits here at Jungle Botany – Ryan Jackson. We learn about his journey from a stable, full time trade gig, to following his heart and becoming a coach.

While we’re on it –

If you’re on the coaching path and want to separate from the mediocre masses, consider enrolling in our Coaches Intensive. It’s a 2 day course where you’ll learn the key skill sets required to be a world class coach. The next event is here at Botany on the 27-28 May, and it’s facilitated by me.

If you’d like info on how to enrol, please contact me joey@junglebrothers.com and let’s talk.

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Today I’m joined by Kashi Azad. Kashi is a strength enthusiast who is sharing an ancient form of strength and conditioning from his mother country, Iran, with people around the world. 

It’s known as Persian Yoga. 

Now, before you make judgements about what that is, let me tell you it is starkly different from what we would call ‘yoga’ here in the west. 

Kashi first appeared on the show back on episode 82 where he detailed how this system of strength was born from a culture at war for thousands and thousand of years. 

Go back and listen to that if you haven’t heard it. It was a hell of an episode 

It was an honour to have Kashi back in the gym today. We discussed all things strength, both of body and spirit, as well as the female-led revolution happening right now in his mother country, of Iran. 

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Pauly and I celebrate the end of the year (told you it was late) in this chat about the upcoming Jungle Alliance plans, the opening of Jungle Five Dock and the epic new development within the JBotany BJJ program!

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Today i’m joined by Marko Papuckovski, founder of Humanli Wellness to discuss the 5 keys to unlocking excellent health.

The beauty of what Marko presents is that anyone can adopt these 5 things almost immediately. I’m not saying they’re easy, but they are simple. And if you can start to address these areas in your life, you will see it reflected in your health and vitality.

Get your notepad ready for this one.

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Sam earned his masters in Criminology, and has worked extensively as a social worked and government consultant. He is now the CEO and founder of Impact Policy, a consulting firm he established with the goal drive fundamental change in government policy and organisational culture.

In todays chat we cover his personal journey, including systemic racism, trauma, cancer survival, social inequality and community development.

If you enjoy todays chat, please share this episode with a friend.

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In this chat Renee explains how the menstrual cycle can affect women who are training hard in the gym. She also goes into healthy considerations for all women in the gym, not just those who are looking to get pregnant. This was an enlightening chat for Paul and myself – plenty of quality takeaways for the men out there too.

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And what about the different types of therapist – do you go for a Physiotherapist, Chiropractor, Osteopath, or one of the many other types of specialists out there?

I’m joined by Nick Batger, my personal Physiotherapist of many years, to discuss finding the right therapist. We talk about Nicks personal experience with injury and sport, and how that’s enriched his approach to helping his clients. We also unpack some of the common throwaway statements you might have heard from health therapists, such as ‘weak core’ or ‘inactive glutes’, and why these statements are generally complete BS.

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Pauly are I are joined by Jungle Botany Tribesman Cheyne Neighbour, to discuss simple ways you can get more from your training. We go beyond the standard tips around training volume, macros, best exercises etc, to uncover some of the less explored aspects of a successful training journey.

We talk on the following points:

• Be OK with putting parts of your training on ice at times
• Don’t try to do it all at once
• Always have a plan (and follow it)
• Seek guidance whenever possible
• Take a long term view

I hope you enjoy todays episode. Please help support the show by either sharing it with a friend, or leaving us a five start review on whichever platform you listen to it on! We will love you for it. Forever.

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This was an extremely interesting conversation to have. I hope it gets you thinking.

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Over the years our gyms have shared coaches and practitioners, though Thomas and I have never met.

Meeting for the first time today on the show, we discussed how Thomas built, and now runs his gym. We explore Thomas’ transition from a movement practitioner to a gym owner, and the hurdles he has encountered along this path.

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Today we’re joined by Australia’s most highly qualified Strength and Conditioning Coach – Clint Hill – to talk coaches education and the future of fitness. Clint has been a friend of the show (and our gym) for many years and was in fact my first PT manager when I set foot into an inner-city Anytime Fitness many years ago. Clint is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to all things fitness. He runs his own PT certification courses, and mentorship program for coaches who are looking to excel.

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Rikki Gilbey founded WAW Handplanes, a company which makes handplanes for body surfing out of reclaimed ocean plastics. Starting out in his garage making each plane from timber, Rikki has been able to build his business while growing the bodysurfing community and remove waste from the ocean at the same time. However it hasn’t been without hurdles…

In this chat we explore How Rikki built his business, and what obstacles he’s encountered along the way.

Combining entrepreneurship and passion to create a better future – this is a story of a most noble dream of any startup business.

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Today we’re joined by Danny Clayton –

Sydney media personality, DJ, unstoppable hype man and esteemed Jungle Brothers tribesman. We talk about Dannys return from breaking his back, to being able to deadlift 150kg and building a body that was capable of keeping up with his fast paced lifestyle. We also dive into how Danny manages his training schedule with his busy social and work life.

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• What makes bodyweight training so good?
• Range of motion
• How to progress (or regress)
• Time under tension
• The use of spotting or assistance

We hope this episode helps you reach new heights in your strength training.

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Shona first made an appearance on the show back in September 2020 for episode 77, where she went in depth on the topic of maintaining a healthy relationship with social media: Listen To Episode 77

In this episode we talk deeply with Shona about Women’s Strength Training. She shares her best insights on what it takes to be successful when setting out on a strength journey as a woman, as well as what some of the less discussed benefits of strength training are. This conversation took some wild, and exciting turns. It was a hell of a chat. I’ll say nothing more of it so that you can discover it all for yourself. 

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Whether you’re a coach looking to upgrade knowledge, or a gym-enthusiast looking for new material, you will gain a huge amount from this workshop.

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Jess first appeared on the show back in episode 66 Where we spoke in depth about her journey to Black belt. An inspiring chat, make sure you check that out if you haven’t already: Listen here

In todays episode we talk about:

• How to thrive in a tough martial art like BJJ
• Jess’ views on when its time to quit the sport you love
• And how to strategise for success and longevity

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TECH ISSUE UPDATE:

We’ve had some issues lately with our show on iTunes and Google. We’ve ended up with a duplicate show on those platforms, and for most of our listeners they would be subscribed to the old show, which hasn’t been updating. Our Spotify listing is all good! This has been a frustrating issue but I am hoping to have it involved within a week (wish me luck). I apologise for any inconvenience to you.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Movement Workshop May 14-15 – Learn the foundation exercises we use here in our gym. For Coaches and training-enthusiasts. Details and Booking here

Coaches Intensive June 18-19 – Learn the key skill sets to be a world class coach and build a successful PT business. Details and Booking here

Movement Workshop May 14-15

Learn the foundational exercises we use at Jungle Brothers to build durable, robust humans. You’ll learn our top exercises for Bodyweight Strength, Movement, Barbell, Kettlebell and Mobility Training as well as how to apply them to absolutely anyone. Increase your exercise arsenal, or upgrade your knowledge as a coach or gym owner.

Coaches Intensive June 18-19

Learn the key skillsets you need to become a world class coach and build a successful PT business. From programming, leadership, and public speaking through to sales and marketing. This course is for coaches and PTs, as well as aspiring ones. There are no pre-requisites to enrol.

Book now  & get 20% OFF when you use the code jbpodcast 

*Discount available for a limited time only

Todays chat is all about training injuries and what you can do to make the most of them. As you’ll learn in this episode (if you didn’t already know), they’re a part of the training journey.

Coach Tai recently copped a pretty decent ligament injury to his elbow and we discuss what his approach has been to keeping his training (and olympic dreams) alive while rehabbing the elbow.

Enjoy the chat.

His 27 year-strong career saw him perform for club-goers around the globe and he did it during a time when not many had walked the path before him. From leaning over the DJ booth watching Frankie Knuckles spin the decks to see how he did it, to the ‘summer of love’ in ’88 when house music and ecstasy first hit the UK scene, to wild parties in Spain and Paris – Alan takes us on one hell of a journey.

This story is one of excess and excitement, as much as it is discipline, hard work and doing what you love. I hope you enjoy the chat as much as I did.

SHOW NOTES

Listen to Alan on Soundcloud

Get tix for Ministry Of Sound Testament: Warehouse Party

Get close to the Jungle Alliance

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Their gym combines bodyweight strength, kettlebells and Animal Flow into a collection of group classes, small group PT and private coaching. 

I’ve known these guys personally for ages. I’ve had the pleasure of working with them at one of my overseas retreats some years ago. They’ve also been regular visitors to Jungle Botany, and have even attended our Coaches intensive with three of their coaches just last year. 

It’s been really cool to watch their space evolve over the years. Building a unique gym that goes against the grain of mainstream fitness is no easy task. It’s obviously something we’re familiar with ourselves. 

So today we dove in what that journey has been like for Matt and Fi. 

Side note – Gympie was one of the many towns here on the east coast that’s been really badly affected by the recent flooding. Matt and Fi’s gym and home fared well, however many of their members and friends homes, and businesses, did not. Jungle Brother Teora, has also been affected by the floods. His gym was engulfed by water and his local community has been pretty devastated with many homes, schools and roads basically being destroyed. No doubt he will have some huge stories to tell once he’s able to get back on the show. 

Our heart goes out to everyone who has been affected by this worrying event. 

If you are in a position to help, here’s a few ways you can do so:

Aside from heading out to the affected areas and volunteering your time, there are ways to help support the affected communities. You can find links below to a few of the main organisations assisting those in need.

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Learn more about Real Body Movement

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Donate to the Queensland SES

Donate to NSW SES

Donate to Vinnies

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Sarahs goal is to create an empowering culture for active women.

In this chat we dive into women’s performance. Sara talks about how much of sports and sports science has evolved at the exclusion of women, and the impact this has had on the culture of female performance. 

We also talk about the menstrual cycle and it’s impact on training, as well some of the unique considerations for women when it comes to nutrition. 

We try to cover the whole chat from both a coach and an individual perspective, so whether you’re a woman who’s wanting to improve your own training approach, or you’re a coach looking better understand your clients, you’ll find a bunch of good stuff in this episode. 

Listen to the Feisty Women’s Performance Podcast

More info: Women’s Performance Summit

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Having just come off a 5 day experience that wasn’t all that great, Paul and Dylan join Joey to talk about their recent experience, and what makes a great, or not-so-great educational event. We’ve been fortunate enough to attend many workshops over the years with teachers such as Ido Portal, Simonster and Fitness FAQs, as well as host many here at Jungle Brothers: Yuri Marmestein, Emmet Louis, Rafe Kelly and Mikael Kristiansen.

We’ve been privileged to see the range of unique approaches that each of these individuals take with their events. We’ve also learned a thing or two about what works, and what doesn’t.

Let this be a cautionary tale, or at the least, an entertaining chat.

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In this episode we discuss Emmets perspectives on developing strength and mobility. He dives into how the development of coaching and ‘training’ over the centuries has landed us where we are today and details how, in some cases, looking back into the past can better inform our training approach today.

Check out the Handstand Factory

Check out Modern Methods of Mobility

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Joey is joined by Lucas Aaron of ‘Range Of Strength’ to talk about getting strong. They dive into Lucas’ story, coming from competitive powerlifting and being forced him to look deeper into his physical training after suffering a serious injury. Lucas talks on how he he is now using that experience to help others build bodies that are, in his words, anti-fragile.

Lucas lays out his views on how to build supreme strength, including:

• Why strength and mobility are the same thing
• Mistakes newbies commonly make
• Why slow gains are often the best gains

Follow Lucas over on Instagram and check out his program here

Most of us get an icky feeling when we think of salespeople. But if your business is to succeed, you’ll need to become one.

Joey, Paul and Dylan discuss sales and why it’s an essential skill to master for your business. They break down why, as a coach or gym owner, you must have a good sales process. And also why it is that most of us feel creepy about ‘selling’ (and in turn, tend to do a bad job of it). Hilarious stories of sales chats in the gym gone horribly wrong, Dylans low conversion rate going door to door as a 19 year old, and more.

Dylan will be running the sales workshop in this weekends Coaches Intensive here at Jungle Brothers. This is the course we run to help small gym owners and coaches thrive in a competitive industry. If you’d like more information on the course contact joey@junglebrothers.com

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In a journey that’s taken almost a decade and a half, Joey recently received his black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

The road to black belt is notoriously long. For most martial artists, it’s a level of mastery that’s is generally not reached. In this episode the tables are turned, with Pauly taking the helm and quizzing Joey on his journey to BJJ black belt. He dives into:

– What started Joey on the jiu jitsu path

– The major setbacks he’s experienced

– When he’s had to use his skills on the street

You might not be going after a black belt, but you’re probably chasing proficiency, if not mastery, in other areas of your life. Hopefully this chat helps bring some things into perspective in your own journey. 

Show notes:

Alliance Jiu Jitsu Sydney

Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast

Bulletproof For BJJ

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In a journey that’s taken almost a decade and a half, Joey recently received his black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

The road to black belt is notoriously long. For most martial artists, it’s a level of mastery that’s is generally not reached. In this episode the tables are turned, with Pauly taking the helm and quizzing Joey on his journey to BJJ black belt. He dives into:

– What started Joey on the jiu jitsu path

– The major setbacks he’s experienced

– When he’s had to use his skills on the street

You might not be going after a black belt, but you’re probably chasing proficiency, if not mastery, in other areas of your life. Hopefully this chat helps bring some things into perspective in your own journey. 

Show notes:

Alliance Jiu Jitsu Sydney

Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast

Bulletproof For BJJ

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How a permaculture and strength training meet to create great health. 

Lachlan Simpsons training journey started young, and since stepping into the gym with his father at age 11, his perspective on health has shifted. He walks us through his strength journey, the changes in how he defines health, and the relationship between permaculture and a healthy body. 

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People say “don’t go into business with your friends.” While this may be generally true, we prefer to be the exception…

With the recent transition of the Jungle Brothers unit the boys have had to adapt to some new ways of working, and it hasn’t all been smooth sailing. Paul, Tee and Joe discuss the unique challenges of the last year and how their various business relationships have been affected.

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We break down 3 of the key things we use in our gym to shape the infamous JB tribe culture…

Pauly and Joey discuss the Jungle Brothers Tribe Creed, Movement Milestones, and the criteria behind the prestigious Member of the Year award. Solid gold for anyone who is in the fitness game, or is a member of the Jungle Alliance tribe. Enjoy

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We break down 3 of the key things we use in our gym to shape the infamous JB tribe culture…

Pauly and Joey discuss the Jungle Brothers Tribe Creed, Movement Milestones, and the criteria behind the prestigious Member of the Year award. Solid gold for anyone who is in the fitness game, or is a member of the Jungle Alliance tribe. Enjoy

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3 PTs bare all in this juicy expose! Get ready for some horror stories…

Joey and Paul are joined by Aaron Howley to talk about how they each got started in the PT game. They discuss some of the biggest mistakes they’ve made along the way, and how they’ve come out the other side to each build successful PT careers. Plenty of cautionary tales in this one for any hopeful, or veteran coach. 

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Paul West is back in the church of gains for the first time in an interesting 12 months…

Paul West is a Chef, Gardener, Author and star of River Cottage Australia. He’s also a BJJ and movement enthusiast and an honorary Jungle Brother. We catch up on a lot, including the 2019 bushfire recovery in his part of NSW, and his latest book ‘Homegrown’.  Never a dull moment with this character. 

If you haven’t heard his first visit to the show back at episode 68 make sure to check it out here 

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We break down the top 5 mistakes we see people make when strength training. Could this be you…?

We break down the top most common errors we see in the gym: discussing load, consistency, range of motion, speed and technique. No matter what level of training experience you have, this episode will help you get more gains from your time in the gym.

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A woman’s journey through strength and movement…

Margaret Durnan is a Chiropractor, gym owner, movement enthusiast and devout Academic. She talks with Joey about her experience training under Ido Portal, why she loves being a student, and what it takes to build supremely strong women. 

Follow Margaret on Instagram and check out her gym Modus

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2021 has been a bumpy road for most of Australia (and the world…)

Dylan and Paul join Joey to talk about navigating this most recent lockdown from the perspective of the tribe, the coaches and the biz. They lay out how the gym is coming back twice as strong, plans for the next epic xmas party, and offer up some advice for your return to the gym. 

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From choosing the right location, to putting a sign out the front, to dealing with landlords – we discuss the essential items you need to think about when building your gym…

Filled with plenty of stories of mistakes the boys made when building the initial Jungle Brothers gym, and paralleled with Tee’s journey building Jungle Ballina right now. Heaps of value in this one whether you’re building a gym, or any business that needs a physical location.

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He’s the front man of hardcore band ‘Relentless’, a carpenter and marriage celebrant. Trent Baldock is also a fired-up advocate for mental health. 

Trent grew up in Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach, during a gritty era of the suburbs history. Touring the world with his band ‘Relentless’, falling back on drugs and alcohol, and battling with his own depression, Trent has emerged as a man on a mission to help those in his community who have their own mental health struggles. Enjoy this raw, honest chat about life, health and manhood with a true character. 

Follow Trent and check out his upcoming clothing brand Endless Story.

For anything mental health related please check out Rise Foundation Australia

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Whether it’s your first push up, pull up or muscle up – setting and chasing training goals is a key success tool in your training journey. 

Joey chats with Will Grant, owner of Ghetto Movement in Wollongong, about his journey to mastering the One Arm Handstand. They dive into the reality of chasing lofty training goals, managing fluctuating motivation, and how to reconcile time spent training and a busy lifestyle. No matter what level of training you are at – you will learn a lot in this one. 

Go and follow Ghetto Movement and Will Grant and see the cool work they’re doing. 

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Teora returns to the show and the boys catch up for a few drinks!

Since Tee has headed north, and Joey has stopped working in the gym, the work situation for the Jungle Brothers has changed. The boys catch up on Tee’s northwards adventure, including details about his soon-to-open Jungle Ballina. They also open up about whats its been like to transition into new working roles with one other. Enjoy

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Steroids, and performance enhancing substances are a part of our culture. You can see them in action from elite sports all the way down to your local weights room…

We’re joined by Rawdon Dubois, one of the top Physique Prep coaches in the country, to discuss the culture of performance enhancing substances. Rawdon has personal experience using testosterone as well as having worked with numerous “juiced” athletes. He offers a fascinating perspective as someone who knows more about them than most. 

You can follow Rawdon and his work on instagram or catch his podcast on all things lifting and health Under The Bar.

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Steroids, and performance enhancing substances are a part of our culture. You can see them in action from elite sports all the way down to your local weights room…

We’re joined by Rawdon Dubois, one of the top Physique Prep coaches in the country, to discuss the culture of performance enhancing substances. Rawdon has personal experience using testosterone as well as having worked with numerous “juiced” athletes. He offers a fascinating perspective as someone who knows more about them than most. 

You can follow Rawdon and his work on instagram or catch his podcast on all things lifting and health Under The Bar.

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Steroids, and performance enhancing substances are a part of our culture. You can see them in action from elite sports all the way down to your local weights room…

We’re joined by Rawdon Dubois, one of the top Physique Prep coaches in the country, to discuss the culture of performance enhancing substances. Rawdon has personal experience using testosterone as well as having worked with numerous “juiced” athletes. He offers a fascinating perspective as someone who knows more about them than most. 

You can follow Rawdon and his work on instagram or catch his podcast on all things lifting and health Under The Bar.

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Writing blogs, shooting content, telling stories – being creative goes hand in hand with running a business

Ben Lawrence is a Writer, Photographer and Director. He’s received international acclaim for his most recent feature films: Ghosthunter 2018, and Hearts and Bones 2019, as well as Ithaka which is set for release later this year. We talk to Ben about building a career based on creativity. We discuss his specific process, including how he finds inspiration, carves out the time in a busy schedule, and deals with projects that don’t see the light of day. 

This episode has plenty of takeaways for anyone who could benefit from uncovering more of their own creativity. 

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Whether it’s your sport, travel or just dropping in at a friends house – many of us are feeling the effects of movement restrictions right now…

Joey is joined by Adam Childs of Alliance Jiu Jitsu, and JT of Bulletproof For BJJ, and Head coach of Jungle Brothers Jiu Jitsu, to discuss their experience not being able to train BJJ. More than just 3 guys having a whinge, this is a quality chat about some of the mental and physical effects of not being able to do the thing you love, as well as some of the mechanisms that can help you to cope. 

Adam Childs: Alliance Sydney Jiu Jitsu | Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast

JT: Bulletproof For BJJ | Jiu Go

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A virus wreaking havoc across the globe, and access to an abundance of information not before seen – this is a crossroads the world is encountering for the first time in human history. 

Dr Anand Rajan is a practicing Anaesthetist working out or RPA and Bankstown hospitals in Sydney, Australia. He’s not an immunologist or a virologist. However as a medical professional, and someone who is passionate about medical science, heâ€s well versed on the latest information around the covid vaccine. 

We wanted to frame a discussion that would help provide clarity to some of the key concerns being voiced in the community around vaccination against the Covid19 virus. We discuss some of the main hesitancies around the vaccine and it’s rollout, as well as some of the more obscure claims being made. 

In Nando words, all of the information that is discussed in this chat is fully referenced, and publicly available. The links to his sources can be found below.

REFERENCES

https://www.health.gov.au/campaigns/coronavirus-covid-19

https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/covid-19-vaccination-atagi-clinical-guidance-on-covid-19-vaccine-in-australia-in-2021

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety.html

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/coronavirus-vaccine/

https://www.health.gov.au

https://www.amazon.com/Calling-Shots-Parents-Reject-Vaccines/dp/147981279X

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A black belt in BJJ and a red belt in Wing Chun, Andrew Nerlich can call himself a martial artist. 

At 66 years of age, he still trains regularly in both arts and while semi-retired, continues to further his knowledge base as a Software Developer. Andrew takes us through his extensive martial arts journey and discusses the influential characters that have been a part of it. He reveals how having a ‘student mindset’ has been the key to furthering himself as a martial artist, husband and human. 

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Gym closed? Here’s how to get a good workout without all the gear…

Options are limited when you’re forced to train outdoors for a stint. In this episode Joey and Paul talk through the strategies they use on a daily basis to make their park workouts as tough as any other session. If your training situation seems sub-par right now, this one will arm you with the tools to make your workouts great again. 

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Raising a family while pursuing business ambitions is a not a challenge taken on lightly…

Parenting, and building your own business – is tough. As a young mother, former gym owner and now, creator of Mumli app, Mel Corlett is well versed in juggling these big roles . Mel discusses her journey through motherhood and entrepreneurialism, and how she navigates other peoples expectations, self-confidence and staying true to her values.  

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How lessons from a past life in the movie game has helped the boys run a fitness business

Joey and Paul dive into some of the unique experiences they had working in the film industry, and how it’s helped them run the gym. From having to make the impossible happen on set, to working extremely long hours in a close-knit team. A few good stories and a lot of quality takeaways for anyone in small business. 

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Strength training for women is still largely misunderstood in our culture. 

We’re joined by Lex Towersey, aka Action Alexa, to talk about the misconceptions surrounding women and strength training. She discusses the benefits, and the perspective she takes when introducing strength work to her athletes. Lex is an accomplished strength coach, author, model and mental health advocate. She speaks regularly for livin.org.

Follow Action Alexa here and catch her extremely well received first episode with us here

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Sore shoulders and angry lower backs are just a couple of the common issues gym goers will experience…

Jarrod Thatcher, ART Specialist, joins Joey for a chat about his approach to addressing these common issues. Jarrod takes us through his process – from how the issues come about in the first place, to the most common recommendations and exercises he gives when treating them. 

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For us fairer weather types, Winter is a notoriously challenging time to stay consistent with training…

Joey, Paul and Dylan have a chat around the factors that make it just that little bit harder to get to the gym during Winter. They discuss their keys to success that you can apply in your training, covering: accountability, training buddies, following a program and habits. 

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For us fairer weather types, Winter is a notoriously challenging time to stay consistent with training…

Joey, Paul and Dylan have a chat around the factors that make it just that little bit harder to get to the gym during Winter. They discuss their keys to success that you can apply in your training, covering: accountability, training buddies, following a program and habits. 

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There’s a lot of moving parts right now…

With Tee getting settled up north and Pauly taking the helm at the gym, catch ups have been few and far between. Joey and Paul take a moment to check in on where things are at with the Jungle Alliance and Joeys recent weight cut. 

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There’s a lot of moving parts right now…

With Tee getting settled up north and Pauly taking the helm at the gym, catch ups have been few and far between. Joey and Paul take a moment to check in on where things are at with the Jungle Alliance and Joeys recent weight cut. 

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Chasing your dreams takes courage and grit 

Coach Tima joins us on the show to share her story. Raised between France and Morocco, Tima chose to live life on her own terms from early on. We dive into the journey and make stops along the way to understand what makes her tick. Inspiring stuff from a woman who’s carving her own path. 

Connect with Tima: Instagram | Website

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If you want to get the most out of your training, it’s imperative to have your nutrition on point. 

We’re joined by Nutrition Coach Kieren Lefevre, to discuss his top nutrition guidelines for losing fat, gaining muscle and optimising performance. He breaks down the key concepts he utilises when designing nutrition plans for his clients. Have your notepad and pen ready for this one.

Connect with Kieren: Instagram | Youtube

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Working as a PT seems swish, right? The reality is much different…

The statistics show the vast majority of Personal Trainers will not survive beyond 18 months. In this episode we review what the journey has been like for us. We identify the key pitfalls and what measures we’ve taken to overcome them.

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From how to handle stressful situations, to building self-confidence – training BJJ teaches us something special…

We’re joined by JB Head BJJ Coach – JT – to talk about the beginners path through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Joey, Paul and JT all have extensive experience in BJJ and share some epic tales of how it’s helped them in their lives. 

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The Fitness Industry has undergone some huge changes over the years…

We’re joined by 2020 Member Of The Year recipients and OG tribe-members: Doris, Elaine and Alison. These women have all been in the fitness game for some time. They’ve seen trends come and go, attitudes change and values shift. This was an enjoyable chat with three incredible ladies of the JB tribe.

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“Carve your own path” – a mantra that we’ve always held close to our hearts.

From day one we wanted to create something that would have a truly profound impact on the fitness industry, and humanity as a whole. In this episode we detail the next frontier for the Jungle Brothers movement and how we intend to help more people than ever before. Welcome to the Jungle Alliance.

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They say that getting into business with your mates is never a good idea.

Joey and Tee talk about the reality of running a business with your two best mates and how they address the tension and conflict that inevitably arise.

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Bodyweight strength is simple and accessible, yet most people will never be able to execute the high level skills that the practice is known for.

We’re joined by Nik Golkin, JB Coach and Movement / Calisthenics enthusiast to discuss what it takes to build serious bodyweight skills. We chat about why many fail, what a solid training process looks like, and what you can do to get the most out of your calisthenics training.

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Weightlifting is an Olympic sport which requires high levels of speed, power and precision.

We’re joined by Jo Taylor,  a competitive weightlifter and Jungle Brothers Head Weightlifting Coach, to chat about the sport. We discuss what makes weightlifting relevant to the everyday human looking to improve their fitness, as well as the most common hurdles encountered when starting out.

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Action Alexa understands better than anyone that resilience cannot be taught. It can only be forged through experience

Alexa Towersey is a sports model, celebrity personal trainer and mental health advocate. Having experienced suicide, death and alcoholism first hand, Alexa knows what hitting rock bottom feels like.

Alexa regularly presents for Livin.org and her mission is to help others find support and strength. Please help to support her mission by sharing this episode with a friend who needs to hear it.

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If you or anyone you know is in need of help regarding mental health please direct them towards WeLysn, Beyond Blue or Lifeline.

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Like any strong community, there are certain events and traditions that solidify bonds within the group

And besides our infamous Christmas parties, the next most important event on the JB calendar is The JB Games. In this episode the boys discuss how the games evolved, where they might be headed, and some of the most classic of the event over the years.

This episode stands alone however it is also the second instalment of the Community 101 series. Listen to part 1 of the series here

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Knee injuries are all too common in field and contact sports. And Justin Lang knows more about them than anyone…

Justin Lang is an Exercise Physiologist who’s obsessed with finding the most effective method of rehab to get players back onto the field – safely. He takes us through the full spectrum of dealing with injury including surgery, rehabilitation, and what the latest studies are teaching us

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Rings, watches, bands – there are many ways to can track your fitness these days…

Having recently gotten a wearable device themselves, Joey and Paul dive into their experience thus far. Is the technology helpful? Is it a little excessive?  What are the pitfalls?

A good chat about recovery, tracking and self awareness.

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Changing direction in life ain’t easy…

But for some people, following the standard mould is never an option. We’re joined by old friend Alan Chan, to discuss his journey through life – from growing up in the mean streets of Sydney’s Cabramatta in the late 80’s, to building businesses, a family, and becoming a hunter.

Alan runs his own Videography company which is responsible for many of the epic promotional videos you’ll see of the JB gym. Follow Push To Shove Media here, and the man himself here.

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Great storytelling is an essential part of selling an idea and ‘getting people on board’…

We’re joined by John Marsh to learn about the importance of storytelling in business and community building. This is a fascinating chat about how such a simple part of our communication can have such profound effects on the people around us.

John’s Access Potential Academy helps small business owners find their voice and make the changes needed to create their dream business. He also writes a short and ever-inspiring daily blog which can be found here.

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We used to think that our programming was a ‘set it and forget it’ type of a deal. How wrong we were…

In this episode we dive back into the chat around how we innovate the programming in our gym. This evolution is central to the growth and development of our Fight – Lift – Move training methodology. We break the process down, zeroing in on some recent changes to our Bodyweight,  Jiu Jitsu, and Lift programs

Part 1 of this episode was back in 2019. You can listen to that episode here

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The UFC is the world’s pre-eminent Mixed Martial Arts Organisation, and only a handful of humans make it to the big stage…

Josh Culibao (8-1-1) is a UFC fighter who hails from South Sydney. We chat with Josh about his journey – from starting martial arts to lose weight and gain confidence, to now chasing the holy grail of combat achievement – a UFC world championship title

You can find Josh on instagram @joshculibao and see the highlights of his recent UFC battle with Charles Jourdain here

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Vaccines are an emotive and divisive topic. And with the imminent Covid19 vaccine rollout this division is only growing…

Resident JB medical expert Anand Rajan returns to the show to discuss vaccines and immunity. We dive into some of the awkward questions surrounding the topic, and Anand presents his findings on the key-playing vaccines being rolled out across the globe.

Anand doesn’t tell much of his professional journey on social media, but if you’re a fan of deliciously photogenic homemade dips and crisp-breads you can follow him on instagram at @anandisme

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10,000 push ups, 1,500 pull ups, 42km run, all in 24 hours

Sean Clarence completed the above when he set out to raise awareness for Cystic Fibrosis back in 2019. Since then the Neverrest has grown, with its recent challenge setting out to complete a collective one million push ups.

We’re joined by Sean to get the inside scoop on how he’s able to tackle the seemingly impossible. Sean first appeared on the JB Podcast back on episode 31

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Firas Dirani is a man who’s living life on his own terms…

Whether he’s acting, training or connecting with others, Firas brings realness to everything he does. The man is a force of nature. We sit down for a wide ranging chat, covering everything from his recent experience on channel 7’s ‘SAS Australia’ through to his life-altering experience at our 2017 retreat.

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Have you ever made an overzealous new years resolution without giving much thought on how you would honor your commitment?

Maybe your resolution isnâ€t even what you really need or want? Paul and Teora have a jovial chat about setting goals at the turn of the new year

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Domestic violence is extremely common in Australia, with the overwhelming majority of victims being female.

Weâ€re joined in this episode by Bridget Mottram, of Sydney Womenâ€s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service, where she sees the devastating effect of this issue play out on a daily basis. We discuss the reality of the problem and what services are out there for those affected.

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The Christmas and New Year break is a special time of year. It can also be a perilous one when it comes to food, alcohol and training schedules. 

Letting loose and enjoying the good times is important, but it doesnâ€t mean our training and health have to be completely derailed in the process. In this episode we discuss our top tips for navigating the festive season.

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Building an exceptional community is by no means a coincidence… 

Itâ€s woven into everything we do here at Jungle Brothers. We realised that this discussion has many avenues to wander down, so we decided to break the conversation up into multiple episodes. In this first instalment we drill into our epic Christmas parties, and how theyâ€ve come to form an essential part of our gym, and the entire Jungle Brothers tribe.

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By the time he turned up at JB, Pavol Sadecky had been wrestling at an elite level for over 20 years. 

Born in Slovakia, his school life included two wrestling sessions per day, five days per week. Now one of the newest coaches at Jungle Brothers, he brings his work ethic, skill set and unbeatable smile to the tribe. This was a fascinating conversation about growing up while pursuing athletic greatness.

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Persian Yoga is unlike anything you know about ‘Yogaâ€. 

We go on a journey with Kashi Azad into this ancient world of strength and conditioning. This system has been used to develop warriors for hundreds, if not thousands of years, and is now being introduced to the west through the work of men like Kashi. A fascinating, inspiring chat that will make you want to go and get really strong. “Be tirelessâ€

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Itâ€s difficult to understand just how much work goes into building supremely high-level bodyweight strength. 

We sit down with our resident movement beast, Coach Marko, to discuss his training process. We discuss his progress since he last came on the show, and how he applies himself to a demanding university and training schedule. 

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We believe fight training is integral to developing a strong body and mind.

In this episode Joey, Paul and Tee discuss how the combat training in Jungle Brothers takes place and how it benefits the tribe members. They dive into the upcoming Fight Night, where numerous members will be getting their first taste of competition.

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With JB coach guest Dylan Butcher,  we review the gymâ€s seasonal planting day, and the affect itâ€s having on our community..

Which leads on to a discussion about covid-19, climate change and how global politics filters down to affect the health of us as individuals.

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Surviving small business and fatherhood is no easy feat. Yet the pattern of starting a business while simultaneously starting a business seems to be a common one.

Joey, Tee, Paul and Coach Aaron sit down for a chat about this stage of life that each of the boys has either found themselves in, or is about to find themselves in. They reveal their top learnings from this time of life.

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Social media allows us to connect with other humans and do incredible things on a global scale, however itâ€s not without a downside.

We sit down with Shona Vertue to discuss how the everyday human can manage this modern tool from a healthy standpoint. Shona is an Author, Speaker, Yoga teacher and PT. She also knows a thing or two about Instagram

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We were determined on carving our own path from the start. 

It had to cut across the grain of the fitness industry. But how would we represent this to the market? We discuss the evolution of the Jungle Brothers brand, from its inception to where it is now

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Ben Higgs is a South Sydney local who has lived with a mental health illness for over 30 years. 

He founded Rise Foundation Australia, which aims to equip people with practical tools that help deal with mental illness or poor mental health. He is a straight up bloke who brings a raw, honest approach to everything he does

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The boys are joined by fresh JB Coach, Dylan butcher, to discuss his pathway into his role at Jungle Brothers. 

They dive into the future plans for the gym, and outlay the exciting next steps of the Jungle Brothers brand. Juicy stuff!

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Having spent more than a decade each working in the Film Industry, it taught Joey, Tee and Paul a few things. 

They discuss their time in the game, zeroing in on the experiences that have contributed to their work ethic and personal growth. Youâ€ll learn some interesting things about the boys in this one – including how Teoraâ€s team became infamously known as ‘The Chippendalesâ€

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Telling the story of our brand is a constantly evolving process. 

With three owners at the helm, there is bound to be friction when the role falls on one persons shoulders. The boys sit down to dive into Joeyâ€s role of Marketing the JB brand, travelling from itâ€s early days of marketing-ignorance through to the now more considered place of storytelling.

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Paul West is an Author, Chef and TV Presenter.

He is most well known for starring in River Cottage Australia where he sets up his own working farm and creates recipes using his own produce. He loves movement, Jiu Jitsu and training barefoot so getting him onto the show for a chat around food, movement and sustainability was a no-brainer. In this episode Paul also lays out his top tips for people looking to start growing and cooking their own produce. Enjoy this one, we had a lot of fun recording it.

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Known mainly for his martial arts and strength coaching expertise, James “Tenacity†Tomlinson is the creator of what he calls ‘The Big 6â€. 

A simple, yet powerful collection of six daily habits he employs personally and with his clients, to craft a life that is purposeful and fulfilling. We sit down with this old friend of Jungle Brothers to discuss the habits and how they can be immediately enacted in anyones life

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Jess Fraser is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, standout International competitor and creator of Australian Girls In Gi.

She has walked the line of constant travelling and competing to further her own development, while also creating one of the worlds only female-focussed Jiu Jitsu communities. We talk to her about her epic, ongoing journey, including the wins and struggles along the way

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Movement training is a big part of what we do in our gym… But what does it really mean?

We chat with long-time JB Coach and movement-savage, Allan Long, about his journey through the movement realm, learning from respected teachers in the field such as Ido Portal and Fighting Monkey. We discuss its relevance to the everyday human as well as how itâ€s evolved over the years.

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Besides his role as CEO and Head Of Sales, Teora is head of our ‘gym build†team.

He is known throughout the tribe as a creative genius and is capable of bringing people together to accomplish great things… Having just finished one of his most ambitious projects coming out of Covid19, it was the perfect chance to sit down for a chat about how various parts of our gym have been built through the generous contribution of our tribe members

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We chat with Tribe member Rob Cooper to discuss how his consistent yet minimal training approach has had profound results.

Part way through the chat pivoted to a topic of much greater importance – racism.

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With massive societal change comes increased risk to our mental health.

We talk with Dr Anna McDonald about what those risks may be and how we can safely navigate them throughout this time.

A timely episode given the current pandemic, but also full of great takeaways about how we can better understand mental health in general.

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2020 has been a turbulent year for everyone. With the changes to our everyday life, come disruptions to our routines.

We talk about how weâ€ve managed the recent disruptions in our own schedules, and what people can do to stay consistent through such times.

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Amidst the chaos of the COVID19 situation, we sit down with Arathi Rajan.

Arathi is an anaesthetist here in Sydney and member of the JB Tribe. A timely message, this one.

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With Joey being away over recent weeks

The boys catch up for a chat around current affairs and zero in on Joey’s progress post knee surgery late 2019.

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Why does the standard PT have such a short life-span? Why do only a tiny percentage of coaches survive longer than 5 years in the game?

We sit down with PT guru, and industry stalwart, Clint Hill to discuss how the young PT can set themselves up for success.

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Have you ever wondered how anaesthetic works, or what you would do without it?

We get the low-down on how our bodies process pain, and how modern anaesthetics work with JB Tribesman and resident Anaesthetist – Nando.

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Joey and Paul discuss their recent brush with injury, breaking down their mindset and approach to dealing with it.

Lots of insight in this one for anyone who’s ever dealt with an injury of their own.

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Shaun is a former naval electrician who now runs his own gym in Sydney’s Inner West.

We explore Health vs Performance, having a constantly evolving training methodology, and cultivating the right training mindset.

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We chat with Fanny Ronkainen about her training journey.

She’s traversed powerlifting, competitive wrestling and bodybuilding to now arrive at mobility, handstands and breath.

Fanny is the owner of Mobility Training and a coach at Jungle Brothers.

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Having spent 6 years living in Sao Paulo, studying at the ‘Harvard’ of BJJ, you could say Adam Childs has given a lot to the art.

He is currently the only Australian black belt under Fabio Gurgel, a young father, and is building his own team of savages here in Sydney.

Enjoy this exploration into the world of BJJ.

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We chat with our resident ART practitioner – Jarrod Thatcher – about the ins and out of bodywork.

Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Osteopaths, massage and more, we explore the different modalities and give solid guidelines for the regular human looking to find a good one for themselves.

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Keesja Gofers is a Waterpolo player who represented Australia at the 2016 Olympics and is now preparing for Tokyo 2020.

Her fiancé, Scott Nicholson, is a multiple time Australian representative for Beach Handball.

They both join us on this podcast as we dig into the journey of chasing the ultimate sports dream – Olympic gold

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30th Aug, 2019 

An in depth chat about Personal Training, what it is, who it’s for and why they might use it.

In this episode we feature Aaron Howley, a Strength and Movement Specialist, JB coach, and resident Irishman.

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26th Aug, 2019

Robert left the comfort of his home in the Netherlands to come to Australia and join the JB Internship.

 From smoothie bar entrepreneur, to fight camps in Thailand, this guy has seen some travel and is following his passion. We chat with him about the reality of following your passion, and his experiences in the international movement scene.

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16th Aug , 2019

A deep dive into how the Jungle Brothers program has, and continues to evolve.

 From running a single weekly class in the park, to a gym that houses a collection of diverse, yet complimentary training programs. We break down how and why we choose to carve our own path. A valuable listen for any coach, business owner, or JB member. 

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Luke Tulloch has a background in Neuroscience, Bodybuilding and Nutrition.

A coach himself, his knowledge of both the academic and the practical side of eating, training, and getting results is second to none. Enjoy this two-part gold mine of a discussion

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Luke Tulloch has a background in Neuroscience, Bodybuilding and Nutrition.

A coach himself, his knowledge of both the academic and the practical side of eating, training, and getting results is second to none. Enjoy this two-part gold mine of a discussion

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