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In the next instalment of our #SupplementSeries, we dissect some of the most popular health supplements, from multivits, vitamin C and D, probiotics and omegas. Throughout, we consider whether you actually need them, when they may be useful, common mistakes, best practices and also dietary considerations if vegan or vegetarian. We also touch on how to spot the BS with supplements, and where some of the crazy marketing all stems from. Again, if you've spent more money on supplements than on your bills, this series is just for you. "When you prioritize something, you make it happen." Ivan Gavranic Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:10 – Macronutrients: More is not always better 02:55 – Harsher Calorie deficit 06:15 – How vitamin D induces hunger 09:25 – What's with vitamins C 12:10 – Vitamin C as laxative 14:45 – Omega 3 16:15 – Essential Fatty Acids 18:13 – Omega 3 for Vegans 20:50 – Qualities of the market products 24:24 – Probiotics 26:50 – microbiome and genetic blueprints 30:15 – marketing supplements 36:05 – Prioritizing something and making it happen 40:50 – Wrap up Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

In the next instalment of our #SupplementSeries, we discuss the truth about pre workouts, why they may work, and what's in them that may be causing it, before diving into all things aminos. We talk BCAAs, EAAs, and whether they're worth taking, as well as the strong placebo effect that could be at play in some circumstances. We then shift gears to dive into the most scientifically researched supplement: creatine monohydrate, and why everyone can benefit from it. Again, if you've spent more money on supplements than on your bills, this series is just for you. "If it doesn't do you any harm, use it if you like it and if it works for you." Ivan Gavranic Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:46 – Experiences in taking pre-workout 03:35 – Effects on the ability to execute 05:55 – Analogy about energy from caffeine 08:50 – Reliance and overconsumption 10:12 – Addiction 11:30 – Coffee as part of the society 13:00 – Legalization and use of drugs 16:30 – BCAA and EAA (Aminos) 18:52 – Cost and effectivity 21:35 – Placebo effect 25:25 – Aminos as part of the routine 26:36 – Training fasted 31:06 – Creatine: Do you take it? 34:23 – Strategies and ways to load 36:50 – Wrap up Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

In a new series dedicated to breaking down all the myths around supplements, we kick it off by dissecting all things protein powders, from whey, to casein to plant-based, and understanding the intricacies behind each, and why they're useful. We discuss why you may have problems digesting certain powders, the role of sweeteners, thickeners and fillers, as well as when protein bars are ever actually beneficial. If you've spent more money on supplements than on your bills, this series is just for you. "When you get that little sweetness, then you're good." - Ivan Gavranic Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:50 – What is Whey protein 03:10 – Issues that come with protein [06:20] – Preference on protein intake 09:00 – Anabolic window research 11:30 – Akash's intake transitions 12:50 – Meal times and what's recommended 14:35 – Plant protein as an alternative 16:20 – Training to your max [20:10] – Worries on muscle gain 21:20 – Protein options 25:32 – Artificial sweeteners 28:32 – Sensory-specific vs actual fullness 31:05 – Ed's bad experience on artificial sweeteners 32:30 – Diet proteins 35:30 – Sweetness levels on dieting 37:50 – What's with the calories that you get 41:02 – Wrap up Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Once you hit the so-called plateau with your loading in the gym, it's important not to knee jerk and change programmes. In this latest episode of #AuthenticAF we dive into specific progression models to use to amplify your gains, with topics such as reverse pyramids, undulating periodisation and recycling strategies all covered. If you're looking for an edge in your training, this one is going to be a big one to take notes on and listen a few times! "Take responsibility over time and adapt accordingly." - Akash Vaghela Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:32 – Ivan's favorite: Linear Periodisation Model 04:16 – Benefits and pressures on early stage 06:00 – Chasing rep ranges 09:10 – Time and progress determination 11:10 – People reaching the plateau 14:18 – Benefits of increasing body weight 17:09 – Ed's weight Increase experience 19:20 – Volume, Intensity, and frequency Pyramid 21:56 – Knowing the principles behind a plan 24:40 – Taking ownership as a trainee 26:46 – Responsibility to learn about yourself 29:00 – Isolation exercises 31:21 – Small vs big guys in the gym 34:45 – Exercise order in sessions 37:10 – Adding reps and refining forms as progression 43:42 – Sets and approaches 48:36 – Progressive mindset 49:18 – Wrap up Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Picking the right weight, knowing how to progress with it, and how to then make changes in the future is one of the most important aspects of training progression. What's more is the ability to learn through trial and error how certain movement patterns work for you, the specific rep ranges, and what may be most underrated of all: your buy-in to a specific type of training. Tune into the latest episode of #AuthenticAF as we geek out on things training progression models. "As long as you are consistent over time, you'll see the progression." - Ed Pilkington Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 02:30 – How to start or approach a program 06:10 – Priorities and considerations to the overall progress 07:48 – Benefit of being a beginner 09:20 – First to the sixth week of a new program 11:25 – Understanding the gains 12:50 – Consistency over time 15:09 – Work and growth 16:20 – Training to your max 19:20 – Increased tension on target muscles 22:50 – Not training hard enough 25:02 – Exercise as a whole rather than sets 27:30 – How people vary on performance 30:50 – Testing to get a starting weight 35:40 – Trial and error 37:42 – Effort level as a common denominator 39:50 – Direct relation of volume and effort 44:40 – What people think about repetitions 49:10 – Wrap up Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Are Michael Phelps, Tiger Woods and Usain Bolt the best in the world because of their make up, or their nurturing? Is it a coincidence that so many of the world's biggest technology companies started in or near Silicon Valley? Are you stuck in a fixed mindset, or are you seeking every opportunity to grow? Find out the answers in today's episode, let us dive in. "Genetics loads the gun; environment pulls the trigger." Ivan Gavranic Timestamps: [00:00] – Intro [02:08] – Theories and relative factors [05:35] – Why African-Americans are explosive in sports [07:38] – Places and types of people [09:40] – Environment fulfils potential [13:25] – Pyramid approach of focus [15:10] – Fixed Mindset [18:05] – What people are capable in extreme situations [21:35] – Grind and orchestrated suffering [24:45] – Definition of growth mindset [27:55] – Self reflection [29:15] – Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl [31:05] – Concept of boredom [33:15] – Achieving checkpoints [35:35] – Active vs Passive coping [39:20] – The Journey [44:30] – Importance of education [46:12] – Working with a coach [51:15] – Principles vs Plans [54: 30] – Wrap up Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Ever heard of Mukbang? If you haven't, then I'm assuming you're going to Google it now, or after some of the stories we share on this episode, you'll definitely be doing your research. In this episode of #AuthenticAF, we talk about the crazy rise of the sexualisation of food and competitive eating, and what it's doing to our psychology. We also dive deep into why you must take ownership of your own journey, and why the next best self help guru isn't the answer to dealing with the Muck you need to face. Environment is everything, so while you're listening to this, take note of what actions you need to begin taking in an hour's time once it's finished, and get to work. "You need to make yourself accountable, own it yourself." - Akash Vaghela Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:25 – Lockdown in present times 03:30 – Goals and outcomes 04:45 – Genetics and muscle growth 05:28 – Enjoying without worrying genetic limit 06:45 – Definition of Mukbang 08:10 – Food back then 09:28 – Overconsumption of food 11:30 – Psychology behind Mukbang 13:40 – Phyiscal as vehicle 15:40 – Anorexia as an escape 18:52 – Balance you want in your life 20:00 – Being in shape for life 24:00 – Social media pressure 27:13 – Lockdown as perfect time to explore 29:25 – Physical response to trauma 32:48 – Quitting 35:32 – Making yourself accountable, owning yourself 37:00 – Education (books and podcasts) vs change 39:43 – Virtual Environment 43:33 – Pushing to the limit 48:15 – Weird and strange things on TV 49:30 – Concept of Food porn 51:43 – Social Media Competition 52:44 – Akash way back 2014 53:45 – Ed's Previous consolidations 56:00 – Wrap up Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Happy New Year to everyone, I hope you all had an amazing Christmas period and are recharged and ready for what I hope to be a much less of a rollercoaster ride compared to the unpredictable nature of 2020. We're kicking it off with another instalment of #AuthenticAF, and this one is all about the interesting links between psychology and physiology, training technique and injuries. We started off with a quick training update, and it segued into all sorts of interesting topics, so without further ado, let's dive in. "Pain is so much more than a physical injury" - Ivan Gavranic Timestamps: [00:00] – Intro [02:00] – Agenda: Reflection on what is achieved this year physically [05:00] – Realizations from injury-free experiences [07:10] – Body signs and appreciation [07:40] – Identity on prioritizing body and fitness [09:00] – Time management to train [11:41] – Common Excuses [14:20] – Head focus when doing training [16:27] – Body movement when doing training [20:55] – Connecting to your muscle [24:52] – Forms will develop overtime [28:50] – Muscle tension on your body [31:00] – Deadlift [35:03] – Variants of goals to chase [40:43] – Linking Psychology to Physiology [43:55] – Akash's Manifestation of stress on skin [46:44] – Injuries linked to traumatic experiences [51:40] –Training videos [53:20] – Realizations and Coach Discussions [58:05] – Body Imbalances Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

The final episode of 2020 and this one is a big one for my 4th solo episode where I cover my top 10 things learnt throughout the year. It's been a year full of growth, and hopefully a few of my insights can help you in some form heading into 2021. I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who's supported the journey, tuned in through the year, and helped spread the mission of using the physical as the vehicle. Without further ado, here's my top ten learnings of 2020. "Nothing is a coincidence" - Akash Vaghela Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 2:23 – Lesson 1: The power of a journal 4:40 – Lesson 2: The Gut never lies 6:43 – Lesson 3: Entrepreneurial roller coaster 11:50 – Lesson 4: My success definition hasn't evolved since the last one 14:15 – Lesson 5: Environment dictates growth, performance, and success 16:56 – Lesson 6: Growth vs goals 20:09 – Lesson 7: It's a dire industry we're in 23:27 – Lesson 8: Everyone has a book in them 25:34 – Lesson 9: Missing traveling 28:07 – Lesson 10: Communication and Relationships 32:03 – What does 2021 hold? 35:56 – Parting words Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

On this episode I'm joined by RNTer Poonam Patel, who's been on an incredible journey whereby she's shed the skin of her old self to transform into a new woman with a new behaviour, mindset and identity. Losing near 30kg en route to her checkpoint, consolidating well and investing while using the physical as the vehicle, Poonam embodies everything about our transformation ethos, and is why I always say that the reason everyone should transform is because quite simply, you owe it to yourself. "You need ego to let go of your old identity" - Poonam Patel Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:55 – 15 years in the making 6:13 – Travelling and gaining weight 9:00 – Shedding the skin 10:42 – Seeking external gratification mindshift 15:58 – Time as a deception 17:58 – Ownership of your health and fitness 20:20 – Trial & error process 23:06 – How to determine good information vs bad 25:03 – Identity shift 27:23 – Using ego to let go of Poonam 1.0 29:32 – P.A.B.L.O. method 33:01 – Gratitude journaling 38:18 – Integrating changes to new identity 41:03 – Goal posts to inner growth 42:00 – Physical as a vehicle 44:00 – Poonam 3.0 45:22 – Advice to new starters 46:40 – Checkpoint advice 49:42 – Vulnerability 50:34 – Parting words Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "RNT Fitness Radio" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio For any podcast suggestions, or if you'd like to get in touch, please do so on podcast@rntfitness.com here. We'd love to hear from you! If you're in the UK, and you use supplements, I'd highly recommend checking out Reflex Nutrition, where they're giving you up to 40% on all their range if you use the code PTRNT at checkout. I've been using Reflex for nearly a decade, with their Micro Whey being one of my favourite whey proteins. It's grass fed, hormone free, and digests so well compared to most on the market. Check out their full supplement range, including all your transformation basics and plant based alternatives, on https://reflexnutrition.com/ and use PTRNT at checkout for up to 40% off. Resources: Take the Transformation Quiz Our Book: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life Follow RNT Fitness: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Email Follow Akash: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn