Health Oddity

01/03/2024

We are joined from Buckinghamshire by Hannah Camden from Fitworks Training & discuss the importance of authenticity, forging your own path & the healing power of movement.

Hannah discusses some dark times in her life where she was not expressing & using her true strengths & the dramatic turn of events that led to a big business & lifestyle change. We learn about her fairly recently found loves of Kettlebell Sport & Mace swinging & how after 20+ years in the fitness industry Hannah has now well & truly found her business, fitness & life groove.

An open, frank & important conversation with an inspiring woman who is now using her unique ‘vibe’ to attract her ‘tribe’.

23/02/2024

We are joining from Glasgow, Scotland by Rob Clarkson, owner of Reactive Training. We discuss Rob’s early career in the military (starting at 16) & his progression from full time sports lecturer to fully fledged business owner & creating a community led by its members.

Transformations, skiing, kettlebells, multi-day endurance walks, habit building & Hryrox are all up for conversation along with what REALLY separates bespoke fitness clubs (like Reactive) from the mainstream; support & accountability.

An informal & informative chat with a man doing great things to inspire his community & make a difference.

22/02/2024

Peter Lant & I have just had the incredible pleasure of recording the latest episode of the Health Oddity podcast with Sean Conway!

We could have talked for hours about everything he has achieved & has planned for the future.

Check out this amazing 3min video to get a sense of the man & what we have discussed on the podcast.

Episode 184 with Sean will be out on Friday 8th March.

I figured I've learned a lot about resilience, thinking big, pushing yourself and how to thrive when the chips are down, so it'd be selfish of me not to shar...

20/02/2024

We have just 8 weeks till we will be welcoming the dynamic duo of Daniel John & Tim Anderson over from the USA to Unique Results in Chelmsford, Essex on the weekend of 13th & 14th April.

There are just 3 places still available on this unique weekend workshop with 2 world renowned authors & coaches in the health, fitness, strength & movement world.

This isn’t a workshop or conference where you will be one of hundreds in attendance. This is a private, closed door weekend in a small group setting where you will get to talk to, learn from, train with, question (& maybe even have a drink with 😊 🍺) these guys (& your fellow attendees) in what will be a unique learning experience.

Click on the link below for more info & to secure one of the last few places available:

https://uniqueresults.clickfunnels.com/danandtimweekend

16/02/2024

We are joined by 3 x Worlds Strongest Disabled Man, British Army Veteran, Wheelchair Rugby player & unique style icon Mac McLaren!

Mac talks about his life, his life altering injury, his competitive sporting achievements & customised designs for prosthetic legs!

Mac has competed all round the world & now sets his sights on Wheelchair Rugby (or Murderball as it affectionately referred to) prepare yourself for a very special conversation with one of the biggest characters we’ve had the pleasure of featuring on the podcast.

14/02/2024

Health Oddity Episode 181: Tartan Warrior: Mac McLaren is out THIS FRIDAY!

Peter Lant & I are joined by 3 x Worlds Strongest Disabled Man, British Army Veteran, Wheelchair Rugby player & unique style icon Mac McLaren!

Mac talks about his life, his life altering injury, his competitive sporting achievements & customised designs for prosthetic legs!

Mac has competed all round the world & now sets his sights on Wheelchair Rugby (or Murderball as it affectionately referred to) prepare yourself for a very special conversation with one of the biggest characters we’ve had the pleasure of featuring on the podcast.

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09/02/2024

Peter & James discuss the concept of ‘The Centenarian Decathlon’ as written about by Dr Peter Attia in his phenomenal book ‘Outlive’.

It’s a list of 10 things people could look to build (or more likely maintain) in their marginal decades, namely 70s, 80s, 90s & potentially beyond. This list should be individualised to account for circumstances, specific lifestyle demands & areas of interest.

These are everyday lifestyle tasks that when compounded will lead to independence, resilience, strength & autonomy as we age.

08/02/2024

Health Oddity Episode 180: The Centenarian Decathlon is OUT TOMORROW!

Peter Lant & James discuss the concept of ‘The Centenarian Decathlon’ as written about by in his phenomenal book ‘Outlive’.

It’s a list of 10 things people could look to build (or more likely maintain) in their marginal decades, namely 70s, 80s, 90s & potentially beyond. This list should be individualised to account for circumstances, specific lifestyle demands & areas of interest.

These are everyday lifestyle tasks that when compounded will lead to independence, resilience, strength & autonomy as we age.

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02/02/2024

We are joined by Ellie Crawley; Founder of Feel Fit shop & studio in Bristol, Feel Fit sustainable activewear clothing brand & Feel You retreats.

Ellie is an online lifestyle & prep coach & an in-person trainer & leader of the Feel Fit community & wellness movement.

We find out about Ellie’s career path, her business success, her philosophy around everything she does within the Feel Fit brand & we talk about Ellie’s own personal fitness goals for 2024.

An uplifting & inspiring conversation with a force of nature within the UK health & fitness scene

01/02/2024

This is pure wisdom from

I’ve personally seen it every week of the last 25 years.

People trying to ‘burn off’ the weekends excesses.

Putting in extra sessions to counteract the takeaways.

Adding more intensity & volume to an already tired & stressed out body.

Lifestyle comes FIRST, training comes SECOND.

Don’t major in the minors.

Get;

1️⃣ Sleep
2️⃣ Nutrition
3️⃣ Hydration
4️⃣ Stress Management
5️⃣ Relaxation
6️⃣ Recovery
7️⃣ Lifestyle Movement

All dialled in & THEN look to increase training & performance.

Otherwise you’re constantly trying to fill up a leaking bucket.

31/01/2024

We are joined all the way from Vermillion, Ohio USA by Mark Valenti; former pro heavy events athlete, Strongfirst Certified Elite Instructor, owner of ‘Blind Dog Strong’ gym, reader of books & sw***er of Kettlebells!

We discuss competing for 18 years in Highland Games, learning directly from Louie Simmons at Westside Barbell, transitioning to Strongman, becoming Strongfirst Elite & lifting the Husafell Stone in Iceland!

This is a fascinating conversation with a rugged, strong & intelligent man who has a lifetime of strength achievements behind him & many challenges still ahead.

19/01/2024

We are joined by Pav Johal for an important episode.

Pav is a British Asian female who is setting an example through her own athletic endeavours & through coaching other women in what is a massively underrepresented demographic with the fitness & strength world.

Pav talks candidly about her own childhood in sport & training & her strong academic background. How culturally she doesn’t see many ‘like her’ at the events & competitions she attends & how slowly but surely she is working to change that.

This is a fascinating episode with a strong woman who has taken a direction in her own life which will impact her own children & hopefully the wider community.

12/01/2024

We are joined for the 3rd time by the energetic & entertaining Fabio Zonin live from Italy!

Fabio has been lifting for 40 years & in this fascinating conversation we take a deep dive into programming for strength, the relationship between patience & strength & how to adjust your expectations & goals around strength as you age.

Strength is undoubtedly an attitude & we discuss the correct attitude required for a lifetime of progressive strength training.

At 54 Fabio continues to inspire & strive for great things - this episode is not to be missed ESPECIALLY if you are north of 40.

05/01/2024

We are back with our first show of 2024 & we are joined by the incredible Alison Young.

Alison is an I.T professional by day & a Powerlifter by night (& at weekends). She also has more recently taken on HYROX as well as WINNING the last TSC ‘Tactical Strength Challenge’.

Alison is also an SFG2 Kettlebell Instructor AND an ’Iron Maiden’!

We discuss the importance of competition, programming, preparation & Alison’s recent decision to change careers. This is a fascinating conversation with a woman who has a unique way of looking at & approaching new challenges.

26/12/2023

We are joined for a very special Boxing Day episode with Mark Tonner - Injured Military Veteran, one armed Strongman & fitness professional.

We discuss Mark’s life, his sporting & military career, his life altering injury in Afghanistan, how he struggled to come to terms with his life afterwards & how his life & training look now.

We also discuss the incredible 24hr Deadlift Challenge that Mark will be embarking on over the 27th & 28th December for Ripple Su***de Prevention Charity.

This is a stark, honest & raw conversation with a man still facing his demons who is doing his best to make a difference for others.

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25/12/2023

A very Merry Christmas to all of our fabulous members.

We hope you all have an amazing day!

22/12/2023

In this Christmas episode Peter & James reflect back on recent guests, progress made throughout the year in training & plans for the festive season.

We talk about our direction & focus for 2024 & some upcoming guests we are looking forward to talking to. Both hosts also come dressed ready for the occasion with Peter squeezing into a rather fetching festive jumper!

21/12/2023

If you are on Instagram & don’t currently follow Health Oddity can you please do me a favour & give us a follow? We are 10 away from 500 🙏

15/12/2023

In this fascinating joint episode featuring former guests Dan John & Tim Anderson we discuss the seamless synergy between Easy Strength & Original Strength & the original meeting of these two great minds & concepts.

How general work capacity should be developed & then applied to specific tasks or sports RATHER than using sport to develop work capacity & how to pass the RKC without touching a kettlebell!

We also go deep & meaningful with a discussion around the ‘purpose’ of training, the ‘why’ behind the doing & how developing a strong character & making a difference is ALWAYS more important than techniques, trends & apparatus.

12/12/2023

Health Oddity Episode 172: Strength, Mobility & Building Work Capacity with Daniel John & Tim Anderson is out THIS FRIDAY!

In this fascinating joint episode featuring former guests Dan John & Tim Anderson we discuss the seamless synergy between Easy Strength & Original Strength & the original meeting of these two great minds & concepts.

How general work capacity should be developed & then applied to specific tasks or sports RATHER than using sport to develop work capacity & how to pass the RKC without touching a kettlebell!

We also go deep & meaningful with a discussion around the ‘purpose’ of training, the ‘why’ behind the doing & how developing a strong character & making a difference is ALWAYS more important than techniques, trends & apparatus.

This really is a GREAT listen & is very thought provoking indeed.

Dan & Tim are both over in England next April 13th & 14th for a very special coaching weekend at Unique Results in Chelmsford, Essex.

There are still a few tickets available.

Click the link below for more info & to reserve your limited place. I’m sure once this podcast goes live & people listen to it we will sell out pretty quickly so don’t miss out!

https://uniqueresults.clickfunnels.com/danandtimweekend

08/12/2023

We are rejoined (for the 3rd time) by Chris Branch, who, on this visit, joins us for a more celebratory & uplifting conversation.

In October 2023 Chris set off on an epic 100 mile foot race which was to be completed on a single 400m running track (over 400 laps!) In this fascinating discussion Chris explains the physical, mental & emotional challenges he had to overcome to complete the race & takes us through the internal dialogue he had with himself along the way.

If you want to know what it’s like to run 100 miles (but don’t fancy doing it yourself) this is an episode that mustn’t be missed!

07/12/2023

Taking on challenges teaches you things about yourself that you can't learn any other way

Chris Banch on the Health Oddity Podcast

05/12/2023

Health Oddity Episode 171: What I learnt whilst running 100 miles with Chris Branch is out THIS FRIDAY!

Peter Lant & I are rejoined (for the 3rd time) by Chris Branch, who, on this visit, joins us for a more celebratory & uplifting conversation.

In October 2023 Chris set off on an epic 100 mile foot race which was to be completed on a single 400m running track (over 400 laps!)

In this fascinating discussion Chris explains the physical, mental & emotional challenges he had to overcome to complete the race & takes us through the internal dialogue he had with himself along the way.

If you want to know what it’s like to run 100 miles (but don’t fancy doing it yourself) this is an episode that mustn’t be missed! 🙂 🏃

01/12/2023

We are joined all the way from South Africa by Master SFG Instructor, Original Beast Tamer, father of 4 & Rugby nut Shaun Cairns.

This is a broad & wide reaching conversation which covers sport & athletic training, a well rounded family life, training people into their 60s & 70s & the importance of always striving for ‘something’ with your training.

In his 50s Shaun still has some goals he’s working towards & he even issues Pete with a friendly challenge! An engaging & fun chat with a big man with an even bigger heart.

24/11/2023

Will Polston is a best selling author, entrepreneur, award-winning business strategist & performance coach.

In 2023 Will’s first book was released ‘North Star Thinking: Master Your Mindset and Live a Life You Love’ and became a #1 Amazon best seller.

We discuss many aspects of personal development with Will in a very different episode where he shares his own story, his experiences & perspectives & helps us to frame what health & fitness means to each of us - & hopefully how we can find our own ‘North Star’ to guide us in the right direction.

17/11/2023

We are rejoined by former Royal Marine Commando & Welshman living in California Phil McDougall.

We last met Phil way back in Episode 25 where we heard all about his life story & career development.

In this episode we take a deep dive into corporate wellness programmes; the good, the bad & the ugly as well as desk bound posture & the concept of targeted ‘movement snacks’.

This is a ‘must listen/watch episode’ for anyone who spends most of their working day sitting down - & any trainers or therapists who have clients who fit that description.

10/11/2023

We are joined this week by Anthony Flores: Father, Husband, Athlete, Winners Mindset Expert & self proclaimed ‘Cancer Champion’!

Anthony’s life story (so far) is nothing short of incredible. From morbidly obese teenager to National level endurance athlete to Hyrox Champion & life changing coach.

You will be intrigued, saddened & ultimately inspired by his journey & having been given a second chance at life it seems that Anthony is only just getting started!