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Building Better Bodies takes you inside the world of judo, jiu-jitsu, and high-performance training. Each episode features conversations with athletes, coaches, and fitness professionals who share their journeys, training methods, and hard-earned lessons. Whether you’re a martial artist looking to improve, a fitness enthusiast curious about combat sports, or someone who loves stories of discipline and growth, this podcast delivers practical insights and real inspiration to help you level up.
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Most people think elite athletes just need motivation. They don’t. They need precision, trust, and coaching that actually understands them. In this episode, we talk about what coaching looks like at the highest level — how to build rapport over time, why athletes only respond when they trust your competence, and how understanding their experience changes everything. If you want insight into what really drives elite performance, this one’s for you. INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamw...
In This podcast I fly Solo and discuss my thoughts on why we avoid doing the hard things and why as humans we take the easy route. INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In This episode Sophie and Wayne talk to World and European Silver Medalist in Powerlifting Listen to this incredible young athlete take us through Cheerleading to Powerlifting on the World Stage We take a delve into this talented athletes so far short but super successful career Insta: Skye Moore INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In This Episode Wayne and Sophie Chat with Emma Reid who is fresh off the plane after Emma takes probably the most talked about World Bronze Medal. We also chat the Difference between Male and Female Training and training around your menstrual cycle. Link to Follow Emmas Journey www.instagram.com/emmaclarereid INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In todays Episode Wayne talks with PT Sophie Ellis PT, Online Coach, Gym Manager where we talk about becoming a PT, Building a Brand and Being motivated to Succed Insta, @sophitness._ Web, www.sophitness-pt.com INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In This episode Karl and Wayne answer the questions that you asked, We have tried to answer these as honestly as we can! as always, No script, No Editing, A coffee and away we go!! INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
Today myself and Karl have the upmost pleasure of being in the company of Dan Powell, Dan is a Paralympian in judo and today he chats about what it takes to become an elite athlete with a disability. Check him out on insta - @danpowell.pt INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
This week we talk to Olympic Bronze Medalist, World number 1, European Champion and World Silver Medalist Chelsie Giles We Sit with a coffee to catch up about the Tokyo Olympic Games and beyond!! INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
Today Karl & Wayne grab a coffee and discuss what it takes to coach at all levels! What 3 things are important as a coach? How much does skill level matter? And if you really thought about it what would you change in your coaching? INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
This week the tables have turned and Karl Green interviews Wayne Lakin on why he started judo and the ins and outs of his career and why he started Jiu Jitsu. From bullies to living the dream... INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
We are back, new logo, new co host but the same format... This week we get to meet the new co host Karl Green from Leicester Shootfighters. Karl is currently a Brown Belt, Awesome No Gi athlete and all round nice guy. INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In this episode we chat with Former Team GB international Judo player, 5x British champion and U23 European medalist kelly Staddon on the effects of diet and mental well being in a weight dominated sport I enjoyed this podcast so much. Insta: Wayne_Lakin Insta: UnitedExercise Insta: livingwell_kelly Insta: kellystaddon23 INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
Today I am super pleased to bring an interview with my Sister the Owner / Director of Nucleus HR We discuss how to keep employees happy, what employers are facing, and the success of a business through lockdown Insta : Wayne_lakin Insta : nucleus_hr if you need any services from Toni and Nucleus then please get in touch. INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In this episode we continue the theme of Coffee chats, with no script and trying to keep to 45 mins. We discuss motivation, or lack there of, how we have been coping in this lockdown and tips to get you through. Insta : Wayne_Lakin Insta : unitedexercise Insta : lewisknightpt INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In this episode we decided that we would catch up and see where the conversation goes. Its always a pleasure to chat to Matt, and remarkably we managed to keep this one under 1 hour As always please check up Matts podcast 'The Drop In' insta : Wayne_lakin insta : thedropinpodcast insta : mattdivall INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In this episode we catch up with Nekoda on her recent injury and what this means for hr future in Judo, we talk mental health, mentors and her top 5 tips to keep you going through lock down. www.sportsaid.org.uk www.mitridgefoundation.org.uk www.believeperform.com insta: Wayne_lakin insta: nekodadavis_judo isnta: unitedexercise INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In this episode we talk to the No 1 ranked VI judo player in the world Chris Skelley, We talk deteriorating eyesight, judo, dark teenage years, Rio and beyond. Insta: @Christopher.skelly Insta: @wayne_lakin insta: @unitedexercise INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
This episode is slightly different as we have decided to release this on both streams, Building Better Bodies and Matt Divall's Podcast The Drop In. Matt Divall and I have been friends and colleagues for many years and have discussed sporting and social issues many times, so we decided to discuss and release as an episode. Wayne Lakin @wayne_lakin The Drop in @thedropinpodcast Enjoy. INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In this episode I flew solo to talk to Team GB athletes Chelsie Giles and Nekoda Smythe-Davies about lockdown, training the 2020 / 21 Olympic Games and Mental Health in Sport. Chelsie Giles instagram.... chelsiegiles Nekoda Smythe-Davies .... Kodaa_xx Wayne Lakin .... wayne_lakin Lewis Knight .... lewisknightpt INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
In this episode Lew and I discuss the goings on of CrossFit over the last 72 Hours, Will Crossfit Survive?? Is Castro the man for the Job?? What is the future of the CrossFit Games?? INSTAGRAM @wayne_lakin73 @bannatynetamworth
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