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The True Form Podcast: Discover Your Strength, Shape Your Path
Hosted by personal trainer Jack, The True Form Podcast explores the journey of finding your true form—both in the gym and in life. With a focus on health, fitness, and personal growth, Jack dives into the intersection of physical strength, mental resilience, and living authentically.
Through inspiring conversations and practical insights, the podcast unpacks lessons on overcoming challenges, building confidence, and pursuing a meaningful life. Whether you’re working on perfecting your form in the gym or finding your true path, The True Form Podcast is your guide to becoming the best version of yourself—inside and out.
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Send us a text Most people think better health comes from tightening up their training and nutrition. But what happens when you’re already doing everything right—eating well, exercising consistently, hitting your steps, and your body still crashes? In this episode, I sit down with Dr Nupur Nag, a research academic and lifestyle medicine expert who has lived through chronic illness, burnout, and extreme dietary restriction, even while she was studying the science behind health. Together, w...
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Tez, a Vietnamese-Australian optometrist, eldest daughter of immigrant parents, and someone who has rebuilt her life more than once. We talk about what it really feels like to “start again” in your 30s, not from a place of failure, but from a deep knowing that the life you were living was no longer true to who you are. Tez shares the story of ending her engagement, navigating cultural and family expectations, building a business from scratch, an...
Send us a text In this episode, Jon Sabes returns to explore what it really means to play the long game in life. Longevity doesn’t happen by accident; it’s something you build through small, intentional habits practised consistently over time. We talk about strength training, purpose, community, and why the older version of you is shaped by the routines you live today. We also explore why time feels like it accelerates as we age, what it means to create an environment that supports health, a...
Send us a text What if your feet don’t need more support, they just need to be stronger? In this episode of The True Form Podcast, Jack sits down with Helen Halkias, a podiatrist with over 28 years of experience who made the bold shift from traditional orthotics to a functional, holistic approach to foot health. Helen shares how chronic pain, recurring injuries, and over-reliance on orthotics inspired her to rethink everything she’d been taught. She now helps clients rebuild strength, aware...
Send us a text Most people try to get rich or get happy by doing more. But in this episode, Jacopo Iasiello shares a powerful alternative: start by creating energy and alignment within yourself, then let your actions compound from there. We explore Jacopo’s MPBE method (Meditation, Prayer, Biohacking, Exercise) and how a grounded morning practice can transform the way you think, work and lead. We then get practical, from building resilience, to finding your why, to creating wealth through re...
Send us a text What does it mean to truly care for our mental health? For Nyachan Nyak, founder and CEO of the Nas Recovery Centre, the answer goes far beyond mainstream models of care. In this inspiring conversation, Nyachan shares her journey from growing up in South Sudanese refugee camps to becoming a leader in culturally tailored mental health and addiction recovery in Australia. She explains why community connection, cultural sensitivity, and lived experience are essential for lasting ...
Send us a text What I Learned About Health, Resilience, and Longevity From 8 Powerful Guests | True Form Podcast In this solo episode, I reflect on the last eight conversations from The True Form Podcast and share the most significant lessons that can help you build strength, resilience, and a healthier life. I also answer your listener questions about fitness, nutrition, and mindset. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why foot strength is the real fix for foot pain (not just new shoes)The import...
Send us a text In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Christopher August, transformational author, speaker, and co-founder of the breath work app Beats and Breath. Christopher shares his journey from corporate life to living authentically, how breath work unlocks intuition, and why authenticity is the “gold currency” of our time. We explore: - Breath work for healing and expanding consciousness - The power of intuition and how to access it - Moving from victimhood to a crea...
Send us a text We often think our goals are our own, until we realise they’re not. In this clip, Vahid Coskun breaks down why chasing a goal like weight loss or strength often fails when the “why” behind it comes from someone else. Whether it's a partner, a parent, or society, if your reason is outsourced, your commitment won’t last. Real change starts when your goals are aligned with your identity, not someone else’s expectations. This moment will challenge how you think about motivation, se...
Send us a text What if you could reverse your biological age and live with energy, clarity, and purpose well into your 80s and 90s? In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Kavin Mistry, a board-certified neuroradiologist, author of Primal Health Design, and someone who blends cutting-edge science with ancestral wisdom. Raised partly among the Hadza tribe in Tanzania, Dr. Mistry offers a rare perspective on health, longevity, and what it really means to thrive. We explore...
Send us a text In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Vahid Coskun—mindfulness therapist, lifestyle coach, and author of Practice Beyond the Posture—to explore the deeper layers of health, presence, and self-mastery. Vahid shares how the physical practice of yoga is just the entry point to something far more powerful: learning to stay with yourself through discomfort, rewiring your nervous system, and reclaiming your attention in a world designed to fragment it. We disc...
Send us a text In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with bestselling author, speaker, and former AFL player Andrew Jobling for an energising, vulnerable, and often hilarious conversation about what it really takes to live a life of joyful longevity. We explore how self-worth isn’t something you earn—it’s something you remember. Andrew shares lessons from his journey as an “unlikely athlete” and “accidental author,” and explains why so many people stay stuck waiting for permi...
Send us a text In this episode, we unpack one of the most misunderstood concepts in modern life: resilience. Is it about being unbreakable, stoic, and hard as nails—or is that just what social media tells us? Our guest draws from decades of experience across psychology, community health, and academia to challenge the "brick wall" definition of resilience. Instead, we explore it as a dynamic capability—something shaped by adaptability, awareness, genetics, and environment. From Darwinian bio...
Send us a text Hormone symptoms are common, but they’re not normal. So why are so many women left in the dark? In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Suzi Craig, a Chinese Medicine Practitioner, fertility specialist, and advocate for integrative women’s health. With a background in both traditional Chinese medicine and reproductive science, Dr Suzi offers a unique perspective on hormone balance, fertility, and long-term wellbeing. 🎙️ We discuss: – What most people mi...
Send us a text “Nobody ever asked me what happened. They only asked why.” In this emotional clip from The True Form Podcast, Eating Disorder and Trauma-Informed Specialist Sammie Lee shares the moment her healing truly began — when someone finally asked the right question. This conversation dives into: – Why the question “what happened to you?” is more powerful than “what’s wrong with you?” – How our medical and mental health systems often miss the mark – The role of presenc...
Send us a text Childhood mental health issues are rising — but what’s really going on beneath the surface? “We’re pathologising kids before we’re listening to them.” In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Professor Kosmas Smyrnios — a former child and adolescent psychotherapist turned academic — to unpack what’s really happening with the rise in childhood mental health issues. With over 30 years of experience in psychotherapy, research, and education, Professor Smyrnios ...
Send us a text Thinking about switching to barefoot or minimalist shoes? This clip from our chat with @bprimal_footwear breaks down how to transition safely — and why it’s not just about the shoes. You’ll learn: – Why most people are disconnected from their feet – How your nervous system relies on foot input – 3 simple foot exercises to build strength – Why toe mobility is key for posture and pain – Tips for finding the right transitional shoes – How to listen to your feet and build graduall...
Send us a text Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of trauma, disordered eating, and suicidal thoughts. If you're struggling, please seek support. — “You can lose the weight, but still carry the pain.” In this powerful episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Sammie Lee—a highly respected Eating Disorder and Trauma-Informed Specialist, author, coach, and speaker—whose mission is to dismantle stigma, shift societal narratives, and guide people back to their wort...
Send us a text Feeling lost, distracted, or pulled in every direction? In this episode, Flabia shares why true purpose isn’t found through hustle or external validation—but through stillness. We talk about the power of journaling, faith, and self-reflection, and why anchoring yourself in something deeper is the key to long-term fulfilment. This isn’t about finding one fixed destination—it’s about learning to listen beneath the noise. What we cover: – Why quiet time isn’t optional if you wan...
Send us a text Modern shoes might be stylish, but are they destroying your feet? In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I’m joined by Jamie and Faye, founders of BPRIMAL, a barefoot footwear company dedicated to helping people restore natural movement, foot strength, and whole-body alignment—starting from the ground up. We break down the surprising impact that conventional shoes have on your body, what “foot-shaped shoes” actually mean, and how to transition safely into barefoot-style ...
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