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Health Oddity Podcast
Hosted by Peter Lant · EN
The show that strips away the jargon and hype surrounding all things health and fitness to help you live a long, strong and energetic life.
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#300 Dan John
1w ago01:12:39Tap to summarizeWe are joined for the 12th time by 'friend of the show', global strength training icon & bestselling author Dan John all the way from Utah USA. We discuss Beowulf, The Odyssey, the return of Ted Lasso & training the youth athlete. We learn how Dan is seemingly de-ageing himself as he approaches 70 & how his training focus has evolved over the years. This is a warm & insightful catch up with a man who has been with us since the genesis of Health Oddity & continues to be an inspiration & friend.
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#299 What is Health? with Dr Kyle Hulsebus
2w ago01:03:54Tap to summarizeWe are joined by Dr. Kyle Hulsebus, a Health & Human Potential Specialist, author & third-generation chiropractor based in Northern Illinois. Kyle's work redefines health as an internal state & integrates purpose, performance & well-being for longevity & impact. We discuss travel, philosophy, ball room dancing & why purpose may be the missing health metric. An interesting & inspiring conversation with a fascinating man on a mission to spread true health far & wide.
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#298 Integrated Strength with James Crozier
3w ago00:49:06Tap to summarizeWe are joined by James Crozier from J.C Performance Coaching, a competitive Strongman & Powerlifter with 25 years of coaching experience in the world of strength sports. This is an honest & wide reaching discussion around training strength for the long haul, the importance of structure, consistency & sustainability, mental health & James' coaching philosophy informed through his vast personal experience & history of working with athletes & general population clients.
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#297 Is Motivation a Myth?
4w ago00:48:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode we discuss the subject of motivation & how much of a part it actually plays in success. Is motivation actually a myth? & if not, what is it & how does it factor? We discuss the importance of discipline, habit, routine, environment & community. Where does willpower fit in? & how you can "make healthy the default"
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#296 Overcoming Serious Health Challenges with Stevie Shanks
Apr 3001:01:26Tap to summarizeWe are joined for the third time by friend of the show & force of nature Stevie Shanks from Belfast, Northern Ireland. In this episode Stevie talks about his recent heart attack & subsequent triple heart bypass (including a specially reinforced rib cage for stone lifting!) his return to drumming & using that as an unconventional rehabilitation method. We also discuss the upcoming 10th Anniversary of The Donald Dinnie Day - The Gathering & Stevie's plans for returning to strength training himself - perhaps with a slightly different focus.
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#295 How to Progress Your Training
Apr 2300:35:51Tap to summarizeIn this episode we discuss the various ways you can progress your training by manipulating a number of training variables, namely - frequency, volume, intensity & density. Firstly we define each term as it relates to training, give some real world examples of how they fit within a training programme then finally, we discuss the order & manner which they should be progressed from a beginners into intermediate standpoint. A practical discussion that should be of use to many - and could spark a few disagreements or debates!
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#294 Becoming Resilient, Walking Meditations & Building a Routine
Apr 1600:57:20Tap to summarizeIn this host catch up episode following 4 weeks of guests we discuss the recent Strongfirst Resilient course held at Unique Results, Peter's recent development of Walking Solves - Daily Meditations & the routine James adopted on a recent family holiday & how we can take elements of it even when busier life resumes.
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#293 Chris Ryan Fitness
Apr 901:07:01Tap to summarizeWe are joined from just outside NYC, USA by Chris Ryan from the Chris Ryan Fitness app to discuss all things Strength, Longevity & health & fitness for busy people with families & careers. Chris is a bundle of controlled energy & positivity. We learn about his athletic career as a Division 1 track athlete (800m), his time on NBCs STRONG as one of America's Top 10 trainers, his life now as a 45 year old husband & dad to 3 children & how he developed, launched & continues to build his fitness app which serves users all around the world. This is an inspiring, energetic & very actionable conversation with a guest that I'm sure we'll be speaking with again.
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#292 In Nature We Trust with Axay Shah.
Apr 200:53:48Tap to summarizeIn this episode we are joined by all the way from Los Angeles, California by Axay Shah. An avid marathon runner, a passionate poet, and a lover of music. Axay enjoys life to the fullest, & is a very happy person (as you will hear). His secret? He has followed a raw food vegetarian diet for over 16 years & it has transformed his life. At 66 years of age, Axay believes that eating uncooked, plant-based foods has been the cornerstone of his health & vitality. janHe believes that the raw food lifestyle has unlocked the true potential of his body & mind. We encourage you to listen (or watch) with an open mind & heart & enjoy getting to know Axay, he's a warm & interesting man who has found his own path to health & wellness.
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#291 Because I Can with Steve Bush
Mar 2600:50:22Tap to summarizeWe are joined for the third time by one of our most referenced guests - Steve Bush. Steve has just passed his 6th year since having gastric surgery to change his life & has also just turned 60 years old. Steve updates us on the physical challenges he has set himself for 2026, his experience running the Disney Marathon (and riding a rollercoaster on the way round). Steve also explains how he has developed his own method of training for running events by limiting his running (and saving his knees) & how his life has changed so he now has the confidence to say YES to just about anything after a lifetime of saying NO. Be inspired & enjoy.
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