RNT Fitness Radio

Today we've got a special episode for you. I'm joined by Mr. Kmak, as he comes fresh out of the barbershop and straight into the recording studios to dive deep into an intense debate about the best mafia movies, the best TV show and the best rapper of all time. We then switch gears and discuss our favourite moments at RNT, how we've changed over the past year at the company, and what we're most looking forward to in the next 12 months. We kick it off with a training and beard update so without further ado, let's dive in. ''The best thing we have, is this thing of ours'' Timestamps: 0:55 – Kunal's beard and haircut 1:55 – Akash's beard and photoshoot update 12:06 – Training and mental health 12:43 – Physical is the vehicle 15:02 – Kunal competing? 19:14 – Our favourite Mafia film 24:18 – Most underrated Mafia film 26:07 – Why we love Mafia films 31:40 – Our favourite TV show 35:20 – Favourite TV character 38:32 – Our favourite rappers of all time 50:26 – Our favourite RNT moments 57:19 – RNT shutdown 1:02:45 – The last year at RNT 1:10:42 – Global coaches 1:11:12 – The inhouse lab 1:12:31 – Worldwide meet ups 1:18:44 – AV potentially doing a solo podcast 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

Welcome back to another episode of RNT Fitness Radio, and today I'm joined by Karishma Sharma from Delhi, a high ranking fitness athlete and marathon runner who also works as an executive in the corporate world. Karishma's got an interesting story to share, and what really strikes me is her ability to balance a demanding career in the corporate world, with pushing her body to the limits in two drastically different disciplines – physique building and marathon running. She only started her proper training in her early 30s, and has gone on to win multiple titles in the physique competitive arena all over Asia at the highest level. Karishma's a truly athlete and is the real professional when it comes to living the lifestyle, and being an example to those around her. Hope you enjoy this one! ''We can't control a lot that happens in our lives, but I can control my health'' Timestamps: 1:30 – Back injuries 3:11 – Some of Karishma's best lifts 4:43 – How long she's been training for 6:01 – What got her into training? 10:21 – Taking control 12:30 – Who is Karishma Sharma? 15:38 – Transitioning from running to bodybuilding 18:40 – Competing in the Arnold classic 19:44 – Mindset during shows 23:16 – How does she balance her corporate job and competing 29:31 – Social pressures 34:26 – Motivational speakers 36:39 – Karishma's core values 37:48 – Struggled she's faced 39:52 – Tips to build muscle for women 47:06 – Karishma's next challenge? 50:35 – Rapid fire questions 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

Today I'm joined by one of my best friends, and the man who's transformation put RNT on the map – Shyam Kotecha. We've been fortunate to have been part of numerous transformations at RNT, but never have I seen one have as much of an impact or a domino effect as Shyam's. It'll always be the transformation that's closest to my heart, simply for what it did for us at RNT, and for how many people it inspired to take charge of their lives and transform. On this episode, we go through his journey, and spend a lot of time talking training, the mindset behind real hard training, and why it's so important to build the physique you're after. If you're someone who's come out of fat loss and wondering what's next in store, and why the next phase is even more important, this is an episode you won't want to miss. It was fun talking about training in this much depth, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! ''Progressive overload is an analogy for life'' Timestamps: 1:04 – Shyam's love for coffee and recommendations 3:37 – The birth of Skotvisuals 13:36 – Favourite part of a photoshoot 15:36 – How Shyam has got into training 23:01 –Training intensity 25:21 – How to bring the intensity 26:06 – The use of visualisation 31:55 – The importance of training partners 36:38 – Focussing on strength and muscle building 41:19 – Building the foundation 44:32 – Keeping accountable in the muscle building phases 47:53 – Nutrition struggles 52:44 – Body image and confidence 57:37 – Tips for anyone starting their fitness journey 58:08 – Questions for Shyam 1:11:03 – The worst nutrition advice Akash gave Shyam 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

We've got a fun one in store for you today as I'm joined by fellow RNT'er, Ranjana, who's been on a real journey with us at RNT over the past year. She started off with a goal of pure fat loss, and in her first 20 weeks she dropped 17kg to get into awesome shape! Since then, she's consolidated very well and shifted gears to a performance focus, whereby her goal is very much strength oriented, and building the toned physique she's after. In fact, what's been exciting is that her bodyweight recently has actually gone up despite her dress size going down, which shows the power of progressive training and how the scale doesn't always tell the full story! As a busy working mother of two, Jana dives into her routines, lifestyle hacks and mindset tricks she uses to ensure she's able to live a healthy and productive lifestyle. As the episode draws to a close, Jana flips the cards and decides to throw my own rapid fire segment onto me, which definitely caught me by surprise! This an awesome episode for anyone who wants to feel what moving through the different phases at RNT is like, and just how transformative it can be in ways outside of the physical ''This is a long term plan, you can't just do fat loss phase and boom, done' Timestamps: 1:24 – Working full time 4:29 – The art of being present 6:32 – Entering our competition last year 9:01 – Suffering from insomnia 13:56 – Setting the right body goals 19:45 – History of fad dieting 22:05 – Being the perfect client 25:45 – Typical day for Jana 30:02 – Akash learning a new language 32:43 – Jana's stats 35:03 – Consolidation phase 39:35 – Muscle building and goals for this year 42:11 – Meal prepping 46:02 – Decision fatigue 53:37 – The cabbage soup diet 55:03 – Importance of self-education 58:19 – Carb heavy upbringing 59:32 – Biggest struggle right now 1:03:01 – One tip for all the new comers starting now 1:07:53 – The ageing process 1:08:53 – RNT for life 1:09:31 – Rapid fire questions for Akash (including his very own Vito Corleone impression!) 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

I still remember when Sanjeeta first reached out to us. She wrote an email titled 'help', and after learning about where she was in her journey, I knew she'd come to the right place. When you're at rock bottom, one of the best ways to climb out is to focus relentlessly on yourself, and use the physical as an outlet to pour your energy into. Since working with us over the past 5 months, she's completely transformed both her body and mind. She's down 11kg, regained control of her day, and found purpose in her life again. In today's episode, Sanj doesn't hold back, and talks about all the struggles she's been through, taboos she's faced, and how the physical has proven to be a real vehicle for her change. We've also released her case study, which is written as an account from Sanj, and I'd urge you to read it in the show notes after listening. ''The timeframe doesn't really matter, you'll get there'' – Sanjeeta Halai Timestamps: 1:03 – Reception from the case study 2:52 – Sanjeeta's why 5:31 – Physical is the vehicle 7:16 – What does 'no way out' feel like? 8:50 – How did 'rock bottom' manifest? 10:31 – Losing her dad at a young age 14:25 – Relationship with food 16:21 – How the relationship with food is like now 18:09 – Working at out 4am 19:40 – Advice for other mums 22:56 – Waking up before the alarm 26:11 – Why RNT? 28:32 – What is your identity? 29:33 – Yo-yo dieting 32:17 – Strength gains 32:49 – Tips for the consolidation phase 33:41 – Why check ins are crucial 37:36 – One plate rule 46:28 – Protein and its importance 47:09 – Being vegetarian 47:22 – Regaining control 49:51 – Family and social support 54:39 – Journaling 1:00:20 – How to maximise the coaching experience 1:02:11 – Spending time with your check ins. 1:07:08 – Trusting your coach 1:11:48 – What's next for Sanjeeta? 1:17:08 – Rapid fire questions 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 whole team at RNT is on the line today as we tackle some interesting topics in roundtable fashion! We go through the following: 1. Why you're not a special snowflake 2. Muscle building best practices as a client 3. Should you use anabolic steroids 4. Male vs female body image 5. The use of food as a clutch in relationships This is a hard hitting episode as we all go deep into topics that are often skirted over, and I know there'll be something here for everyone! Hope you enjoy this one! ''You should only be in competition with yourself to start with'' Timestamps: 0:48 – Ivan's love for Quaker oats. 2:14 – Ivan's shredded glutes 4:30 – Why you're not a special snowflake 7:51 – Nathan taking his top off again 8:51 – Are you a special snowflake? 10:44 – How to get out the snowflake mentality 11:53 – How do you perceive stress? 13:22 – Muscle building best practices 15:04 – Tempo and why it's important 16:57 – The 1 to 2% rule when muscle building 19:54 – You can't fake your training 22:03 – Changing programmes 23:19 – Should you use anabolics? 28:49 – The cons of steroids 35:26 – Male and female body image syndrome 35:43 – Spray on abs 36:43 – Comparison syndrome 39:29 – Everyone wants to be an online coach and travel 42:04 – The long-term ramifications of social media 43:11 – Instagram influencers 45:37 – Body image 48:42 – Body image issues amongst the team 51:44 – Akash wearing two t shirts 53:53 – How heavy when lean 54:29 – Female muscle building 58:14 – How food is used as a clutch in relationships 1:02:52 – The use of alcohol and social norms 1:06:40 – Five things you can do without food 1:10:37 – The re-launch 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

Welcome back to another episode of RNT Fitness Radio, and today I'm joined by Elliot Hasoon. I've known Elliot for a number of years and it's been incredible to see his growth in the industry and his evolution into a world class body transformation coach. I had an incredible chat with Elliot on this podcast as we started off speaking about long bulks and lifestyle weights, to then switching gears and diving deep into some of his past struggles he went through as he was coming up and mastering his craft. I'd urge everyone to listen right to the end as Elliot holds nothing back here, and opens up about topics he'd never spoken about before. A part 2 is definitely in the cards soon! Let's dive in! ''Life isn't about me, it's about making an impact and serving others'' - Elliot Hasoon Timestamps: 1:01 – What Elliot is working on 1:20 – Bulking for 2 years 2:18 – Elliot's stats 7:38 – Travelling and bulking 13:52 – Competing at a young age 20:14 – The reward phase 23:00 – Elliot's reason to change 29:05 – Elliot's background 29:58 – Elliot's history of fad dieting 32:03 – How fitness became a career path 36:48 – What online coaches need to learn from the gym floor 38:11- The seven faces of online coaching 39:46 – Why he nearly left the industry 42:02 – Why Akash wasn't a fan of Elliot (ha!) 45:16 – Moving away from home 50:24 – 850 calorie diet 57:44 – Seeing a hypnotherapist and how she transformed his life 58:46 – Self-development and health 1:00:23 – Judging a book by its cover 1:05:23 – What advice Elliot got from the hypnotherapist 1:10:20 – What was the self-development tool that had the most impact on Elliot 1:13:58 – Elliot's advice to introverts and anyone shy 1:15:48 – Rapid fire questions for Elliot 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 today's episode, I'm joined by the Hitman as we uncover the biggest missing pieces in an online coach's toolbox. We dive deep into what we call the Seven Faces of Online Transformation Coaching, and how in order to be an effective, results-producing coach, you need to have the ability to know when/where/how/why you should wear each of the Seven Faces. The true art of coaching has been lost, and along with 'base knowledge' and 'time & miles' on the gym floor, the third pillar which is lacking is 'adaptability', and that's where these Seven Faces come in. On today's podcast, we're going to unlock and discuss the Seven Faces, while introducing the new RNT Online Transformation Mastermind we're launching in July that surrounds this. We ran a highly successful private cohort earlier this year, and we're now ready to unleash it to the public! If you're a coach or trainer, or you're someone looking to come into our field, you don't want to miss this episode, the article linked in the show notes, nor the announcement coming on Monday 1st July across our socials. This is a true game changer for mastering the art of coaching. ''The emphasiser separates the wheat from the chaff in the coaching industry" Timestamps: 2:31 – The RNT meet up 7:57 – The art of coaching 8:21 – The three layers of coaching 18:22 – Spending time in the gym floor 25:03 – Seven faces of online coaching 28:51 – The Enabler 32:25 – The Strategiser 35:15 – The Trainer 38:00 – The Liberator 42:57 – The Emphasiser 51:05 – The Executor 52:15 – The Problem Solver 55:23 – Being a 'professional friend' 56:46 – Learning the seven faces in the RNT Online Coaching Mastermind 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

Welcome back to another episode of RNT Fitness Radio, and today I'm joined by osteopath, anatomy teacher and overall movement geek, Dan Baines. Dan's one of the most knowledgeable and interesting therapists I've come across over the years, and he's helped myself and many of our clients overcome roadblock issues over the years. What I've always liked about Dan is that he knows what heavy lifting is all about, and has been through the years of powerlifting where he's squatted over 500lbs and deadlifted over 600lbs, something which not many in the therapy & physio world can relate to! I first came to know about Dan through a recommendation in 2015 when I was struggling with SI joint pain, and couldn't get to the root cause of it all. Through many of his different techniques including P-DTR, NKT, reflexology, anatomy in motion, and his unique method of blending them all together, he was able to get me pain free almost immediately. Ever since, he's been one of my top go-to guys in London. In today's episode, In today's episode, we discuss his theories in more depth, the biggest issues he comes across in the general population, his use of hypnotherapy in rehab, and how you can start being healthier and more pain free from today. ''Movement is key" - Dan Baines Timestamps: 1:45 – What triggered Dan to becoming a movement geek 5:59 – Dan's powerlifting numbers 7:43 – Akash's injury 8:02 – Dan's beliefs and methods 15:32 – Diet and inflammation 16:12 – Emotional trauma and injuries 21:00 – Using hypnotherapy in rehab 25:46 – Fight or flight 26:14 – Straight line method 32:37 – Tips for desk jockeys 33:54 – Posture and pain 37:40 – The why behind your why 44:40 – Food stressors 48:20 –Handcuffs exercise 53:26 – What's next for Dan Baines 56:58 – Rapid fire questions for Dan 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

Welcome back to another episode of RNT Fitness Radio, and today I'm joined by one of the members of the RNT Family, Sachin Khiroya. Sachin's been working with us for over 18 months now and has been through many of the phases of the RNT journey. After first driving hard to get photoshoot lean and consolidating his condition, he's embarked on a length Investment phase in order to build on his physique and continue to make improvements. In this episode, we dive deep into his why, and how it continues to drive him even through the different phases. We also talk about the infamous incident that happened during his photoshoot prep that caused me to write the article – Social Stigmas in Asian Culture'. Sachin's story is very relatable. As a father of two young girls who works long hours in the City, he gives the very best tips you need to know to learn how to balance your fitness goals with all the other areas in your life. I really enjoyed this chat with Sachin, and I'm excited for you to dive in… ''I want to be fit and healthy for my family'' - Sachin Khiroya Timestamps: 1:07 – How training is going right now 2:34 – Training in the morning vs evening 4:37 – Performance vs physique mindset 6:21 – The fluffy period 7:22 – How heavy will you be when lean 11:28 – Muscle building time 12:55 – Sachin's motivation 13:14 – Sachin's why 15:26 – Perception of being healthy 18:04 – What are you doing with your 24 hours? 19:16 – Sachin's real motivation and 'why' 20:56 – Weekend blowouts 22:37 – Being skinny fat 23:50 – Cookie cutter plans vs RNT 25:09 – The initial fat loss phase 25:56 – Batch cooking for the first time 28:49 – Feeling full in your diet 30:19 – How to get steps in 31:42 – Family support 32:15 – The initial struggles 33:11 – Social Stigmas in Asian culture 40:57 – Older generation and health 44:00 – Confidence during the transformation 53:38 – Doing it for health 54:07 – Educating others 56:45 – Social support 1:00:02 – Being a health ambassador in the community 1:01:43 – Biggest lesson learnt 1:05:33 – Do you track everything? 1:06:20 – How to juggle everything? 1:12:19 – Rapid fire questions for Sachin 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