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Author: Connor Minney

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For gays that want growth and a giggle! Founder of GAYNS, Connor Minney, and the Dad we never had, Louis Rennocks answer your burning questions on everything fitness and self development. As they both navigate their own mental breakdowns, they'll help you navigate yours. Notorious in the fitness industry, these boys have coached thousands of people over the years and now they're zoning in on the gays. GAYNS is on a mission to improve gay and queer peoples health, fitness and connection to the community. But being healthy doesn't mean being boring. Let's make it a bit more entertaining shall we?

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We’ve all been there - everything’s going well: your fitness is on point, your diet’s locked in, work’s thriving… and then, suddenly, it all unravels. In this episode, Louis and Connor get real about self-sabotage. We dive into why we sometimes sabotage our own progress and what’s really behind those moments when it all falls apart. From personal stories of hitting highs and then spiralling, to practical tips on how to break the cycle, we’re sharing our struggles and strategies for finally ge...
In this episode, we dive deep into the shame, confusion and chaos that can come with inconsistent sex drives - from long dry spells to sudden spikes in activity. Connor gets real about slut-shaming himself, questioning his motivations for sex, and wondering whether there’s a universal playbook for what’s “normal” in the bedroom. Spoiler: there isn’t. What starts as a casual convo quickly turns into a full-blown therapy session for Connor lol. Expect reflection, vulnerability, a bit of oversha...
In this episode, we’re asking the question that haunts every wellness reel and productivity guru: is there really such a thing as the perfect morning routine? We break down our own routines - one hinged, one unhinged - and talk about whether these routines actually help or just stress us out even more. We also get into the performative nature of influencer mornings (you know the ones) and why they sometimes just make us feel like shit. If you’ve ever felt guilty for not waking up at 5am wit...
Daddy Issues!

Daddy Issues!

2025-04-0343:30

In this episode, Connor & Louis dive into their personal experiences with their dads, how those relationships shaped them (for better or worse), and what they've done to work through it. They ask the big question: Can you ever truly free yourself from daddy issues, or are they just part of your DNA now? Plus, they play a round of Pump & Dump: Parenting Edition - for example, throwing cheese on babies to stop them crying... Hit play for deep chats, some questionable wisdom, and a few...
Want to look and feel the best you ever have—and actually keep it that way? In this episode, we’re breaking down the 8 essential steps to transforming your body and mindset for the long haul. From setting the right goals to defining your values, boundaries, and habits, we’ll show you how to build a sustainable approach that lasts through to old age. Join me and Louis as we get real about what actually works and give you the practical, no-BS guide to feeling amazing in your body—now and for l...
How GAYNS Exposed Me

How GAYNS Exposed Me

2025-03-0652:52

GAYNS just turned one, and in true reflective fashion, I’m pulling back the curtain on what this past year has really been like. From the strengths that made GAYNS thrive to the weaknesses that nearly derailed me, this episode is an honest look at how building this brand has exposed me—for better or worse. I’m breaking down: 💪 The qualities that made GAYNS work (and the ones that didn’t) 🙃 The biggest struggles and unexpected challenges 🎢 The hardest moment of the year—and how I got through i...
In this episode, we ask each other the questions that matter most. Connor challenges Louis to open up about the role addiction has played in his life, leading to a deep dive into his past gambling addiction. In return, Louis asks Connor if he's truly happy—which forces him to confront his own struggles with ambition, self-worth, and the feeling that he won’t be happy until he's unlocked his full potential. Tune in for laughs, lessons, and the cost of being addicted to more! You can also follo...
If only we could have listened to this episode a decade ago! We would have gone about our dating and fitness journeys completely differently! Both questions this week prompted us to look back on our love lives from a straight vs gay pov and how we went about our building our bodies back then vs how we would do it now. Cheeky round of Pump & Dump at the end of course featuring Fitness Astrology (lol) and plant based protein powder! If you're a gay that wants growth and a giggle then give ...
Big Daddy Louis is back and the boys break down why motivation is just a pipe dream and how inner confidence is different from outer confidence and how you can cultivate it to build a more secure version of you! Starting with The Question Is and finishing with a round of Pump or Dump, if you're gay and want growth and a giggle, the boys have go you covered. You can follow us on Spotify, Instagram & TikTok on @connorminney @louisrennocks @lossesandgayns and don't forget to leave us...
In a slightly more light-hearted solo episode than the last, Connor talks us through 10 Commandments we should be living by as gays in 2025 to live better than we did in 2024! Always with context and always self deprecating, Connor draws on his and others' pain points to offer an alternative way of thinking... If you're a gay that wants growth and a giggle then give us a comment and a follow! You can follow us on Spotify, Instagram & TikTok on @connorminney @louisrennocks @lossesandgayns
12 Lessons For Life

12 Lessons For Life

2024-12-1243:19

Louis pissed off on holiday for Christmas and left Connor to film on his own! But according to Connor, it ended up being his favourite episode yet. Connor looks back through his 2024 journal in order to extract 12 lessons he's had to learn this year the hard way!
We loved your questions in this one! If you're at a point in your life where your self confidence, career or life in general is not where you want it to be then this episode is for you. We look back on our own personal experiences and what changes we had to make to turn our lives around! We also talk about whether nice guys really do finish last and, as always, a quick fire round of Pump & Dump so you always know how to navigate health and fitness trends! Follow us on Spotify and leave u...
In this episode we dish the tea on our previous failed business! Also, can you really be your authentic self in the work place? We discuss our experiences being gay or black in professional environments and how we’ve had to make ourselves more palatable. We talk about the trade off of fulfilment for financial security, the reality of starting your own business and whether it’s all it’s cracked up to be! Follow us, leave a comment and give us your questions! We want to hear from you!
Ok the questions on this ep really got us going! How do you let go of aesthetic goals in favour of performance based goals when you've tried to be bigger or smaller your whole life?! And if you've been single for a while and are wondering whether it's you or gay culture, be prepared to be read to filth. Can't forget as well a cheeky game at the end where we decide whether chanting in yoga, mouth taping, sleep tracking apps and more are getting pumped or dumped!
In this episode we actually got into a bit of an argument! What role do genetics have to play and what can you do about it if yours aren't playing ball?! Is there anything you can do to improve it or do you just have to accept your limitations? Connor & Louis have two different perspectives! We also talk about what to do when you literally don't have any time to workout and that's not even an excuse! We talk you through the steps you can take to find time or improve the time that you do ...
Ok this episode ended up being all about balance! If it’s even possible when you really care about a goal, if so, to what degree, and are you willing to accept your personal limitations if you’re someone that’s not very good at having it? We also had to hold our question contributor accountable when it seems like they could be lying to themselves about their party habits. You can’t fool Connor, he's been there. As always finishing with a quick fire round of Pump Or Dump featuring cere...
In this episode, Connor & Louis answer your questions around wellbeing trends, why they may give you the ick and whether they're right for you. They also get asked whether they do therapy, if they like it and why they do it!
In episode four, Connor & Louis answer questions around body comparison, how its shown up for them and how to let go of it, plus what to do if your boyfriend wants to open up the relationship with guys who are ripped but you aren't feeling comfortable in your own skin.
In this episode, Connor & Louis break down the reality of steroids, how to tell which influencers are on them or not, why you want to know, and the legal and ethical arguments in relation to alcohol, smoking and drugs.
In this month’s episode of the losses & gayns, Connor & Louis answer your questions surrounding how to deal with stubborn belly fat from a realistic point of view, how to have a healthier approach to looking and feeling good in the gay sphere and whether wanting to look ripped is actually what you want or it’s just a culture pressure you’re feeling.
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