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Endure Edge Podcast
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SA’s #1 podcast for Health and Wellness
The Edure Edge Podcast is your go-to podcast for achieving peak performance in mind and body. We dive into fitness, nutrition, mental health, and personal growth, bringing you expert insights and practical strategies to help you stay strong, focused, and resilient. Whether you're looking to build a healthier lifestyle, boost your mindset, or optimize your well-being, The Edure Edge gives you the tools to stay ahead.
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In this episode, we sit down with Jack Lotter, one of South Africa’s top bodybuilding coaches, supplement specialist, and the mind behind Sheriff Training Systems. We dive deep into the mindset it takes to build elite physiques, the sacrifices most people never see, and the fine line between discipline and obsession. From steroids and peptides to TRT and the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, Jack pulls back the curtain on the truths, myths, and future of bodybuilding. This isn’t just a conve...
In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Carruthers, entrepreneur, disruptor, and a leading voice in South Africa’s fitness culture. We go beyond the surface of muscles and success to talk about the real battles men face: mental health, pressure, identity, and what strength truly means today. From the expectation to always look tough, to the hidden struggles no one sees, this conversation is raw, honest, and unfiltered. If you’ve ever questioned what it takes to be a man in today’s world, thi...
At 23, Erin Lazarus lost her foot to Lupus. Most people would have stopped there. Instead, she strapped on a running blade and decided to chase marathons. In this raw and powerful conversation, Erin shares how she turned pain into purpose, how she kept a promise to her dad to run side by side, and why she refuses to let excuses win. This isn’t just about running. It’s about resilience. It’s about choosing strength when life tries to break you. If you’ve ever felt like giving up, Erin’s story...
In this episode we sit down with Chad Nathan, aka GingerWithaGoPro, a creator, runner, and world traveler who’s built a life around adventure, storytelling, and pushing limits. In this episode we dive deep into: 🏃 His running and endurance journey, the training, the grind, and what keeps him moving 🌍 The wildest moments he’s captured with a GoPro 🎉 How he balances late nights, travel, and training 🎥 The mindset behind creating honest stories, not just highlight reels ❤️ Projects a...
In this powerful episode of Endure Edge, Gavin Edwards — frontman of Prime Circle — opens up like never before. From the chaos of addiction to the daily fight of sobriety, Gavin shares the raw truth about hitting rock bottom, rebuilding his life, and stepping into one of South Africa’s biggest rock bands. We dive into the mental battles of replacing an iconic frontman, the weight of fan expectations, and how resilience, faith, and music kept him going. This is a story about struggle, survival...
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of abuse and suicide. In this episode, we sit down with Goffy the Wolfess — a fighter, trainer, and mentor who turned her deepest struggles into strength. After surviving years of physical and emotional abuse, and battling moments of darkness where she almost lost hope, Goffy found boxing. The sport didn’t just teach her how to fight in the ring, it gave her voice back, rebuilt her confidence, and transformed her into a symbol of resilience....
In this week’s Endure Edge, we sit down with Philicity Reeken — actress, radio host, and the fearless voice behind Love, Dating & Chaos. We go deep into the realities of love, heartbreak, divorce, and dating over 40. From the stigma of being single later in life to the raw truths about modern relationships, Philicity shares her unfiltered take on what it means to start over and truly thrive. And men, listen up — there’s plenty of real-world advice here for you too, from navigating dating ...
In this powerful first episode of Women’s Month, elite triathlete Emma Pallant-Browne gets real about the parts of sport we don’t talk about enough. From racing while on her period to navigating pregnancy as a pro athlete, Emma opens up about the mental shifts, physical challenges, and emotional resilience that come with being a woman in high-performance sport. We dive into: Training through pregnancy Breaking the stigma around menstruation in competition Rebuilding identity during time o...
In this episode, I sit down with Brent Lindeque – better known as The Good Things Guy – to unpack the incredible journey behind the viral kindness movement that changed his life. We dive deep into his mental health struggles, the highs and lows of going viral, and his raw, honest experience of coming out and living authentically. This is more than just a conversation about positivity – it’s about resilience, vulnerability, and the courage to be real in a world that often only celebrates the h...
In this episode, we step inside BST CrossFit — the powerhouse gym behind South Africa’s biggest functional fitness competition, The Battle. We talk all things fitness, CrossFit, HYROX, and dive deep into the mindset it takes to compete at the highest level. From the evolution of functional fitness in Africa to the raw, unfiltered challenges of running elite competitions, this one’s for anyone obsessed with training, grit, and human performance. 🎧 Don’t miss it — whether you’re a die-hard Cr...
In Episode 10 of Endure Edge, we sit down with Sibusiso Kotelo — The fierce Impi who leads the Springboks onto the field and bodybuilding champion. We go beyond the war paint and muscle to explore the mental toughness, personal struggles, and spiritual strength it takes to carry the warrior spirit — on the stage, in the stadium, and in life. Sibusiso opens up about his journey from bodybuilding to becoming the face of the Springboks’ warrior tradition, the mental battles behind the scenes, ...
In this raw and revealing episode, we sit down with Richard Laskey—endurance athlete, father of five, Director of Modern Athlete Magazine, and relentless charity fundraiser—for an unfiltered look into a life shaped by pain, purpose, and parenting. From battling personal demons and facing addiction to raising three daughters in a world that doesn’t slow down, Richard opens up about what nearly broke him—and what saved him. We talk about death, recovery, the mental game behind ultra-endur...
In this raw and unfiltered conversation, we sit down with legendary endurance athlete and adventurer Ryno Griesel to explore the role of suffering in shaping resilience, character, and purpose. From navigating brutal mountain expeditions to pushing the limits of human endurance, Ryno has built a life around choosing discomfort—and mastering it. We unpack the psychology of pain, the difference between voluntary suffering and hardship life throws at you, and why intentionally walking into the ...
What do you do when the person you love most dies — and the world keeps turning? In this raw and powerful conversation, Jacaranda FM's very own Danny Painter opens up about the sudden loss of her husband, the silent weight of grief, and what it really means to survive when everything inside you feels shattered. We talk about the physical impact of heartbreak, how grief rewired her health and identity, and the tools she reaches for on the days it feels impossible to keep going. Danny shares h...
EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this episode of The Endure Edge, I sit down with hybrid athlete, entrepreneur, and mental performance advocate Jesse Pretorius. We dive deep into the world of HYROX, hybrid training, and the mental toughness required to push through when both the body and mind are under pressure. Jesse shares how he balances the demands of being a competitive athlete while running his own business — and how entrepreneurship and endurance sport both demand a high level of focus, disci...
In this raw and revealing episode, Dale Schnettler — drummer of the legendary South African rock band Prime Circle — opens up about a battle many never saw coming: his struggle with alcohol addiction. Known for his powerful stage presence and relentless rhythm, Dale shares the personal cost behind the music, the hidden pain beneath the spotlight, and the turning point that led him to seek sobriety. From the highs of international tours to the lows of isolation and addiction, Dale takes us de...
In this powerful episode, co-host Henry Cock joins the conversation as we sit down with elite trail runner Admire Muzopambwa — a true embodiment of resilience and grit. From personal setbacks to physical hardships, Admire has faced more than his fair share of adversity. But through it all, he continues to show up, push forward, and cross finish lines in some of the toughest trail races out there. We dive deep into his story: how he found running, the battles he's fought both on and off the t...
In this episode of The Endure Edge, we dive deep into the power of mindset and resilience through the journey of running the legendary Comrades Marathon — not just once, but returning year after year for three consecutive attempts. We explore what it takes to come back stronger after failure, how to stay mentally tough through setbacks, and why true endurance is as much about the mind as it is about the body. Whether you're chasing your first finish or your next comeback, this conversation wi...
In this raw and powerful episode, we sit down with *Danie "The Pitbull" Van Heerden—fighter, Power Slap champion, and mental warrior. Alongside his wife, they pull back the curtain on what it truly takes to build **unshakable mental toughness*, both in combat sports and in life. We dive deep into: 🔥 *The psychology of a fighter* – How Danie trains his mind like he trains his body. 💪 *Mental health struggles vs. mental strength* – Breaking the stigma in combat sports. &nb...
Episode 1: Mind & Muscle – Strengthening Men's Mental Health with Henry Cock In this debut episode of Endure Edge, we dive into the vital connection between mental health, fitness, and overall well-being. Our guest, endurance athlete and mental health advocate Henry Cock, shares his personal journey and insights on how physical fitness plays a crucial role in maintaining a strong and resilient mind. We explore the challenges men face when it comes to mental health, the stigma surroundin...