Matt and Fi run a gym called Real body movement in Queensland, Australia, in a small-ish town called Gympie. 

 

Their gym combines bodyweight strength, kettlebells and Animal Flow into a collection of group classes, small group PT and private coaching. 

 

I’ve known these guys personally for ages. I’ve had the pleasure of working with them at one of my overseas retreats some years ago. They’ve also been regular visitors to Jungle Botany, and have even attended our Coaches intensive with three of their coaches just last year. 

 

It’s been really cool to watch their space evolve over the years. Building a unique gym that goes against the grain of mainstream fitness is no easy task. It’s obviously something we’re familiar with ourselves. 

 

So today we dove in what that journey has been like for Matt and Fi. 

 

Side note – Gympie was one of the many towns here on the east coast that’s been really badly affected by the recent flooding. Matt and Fi’s gym and home fared well, however many of their members and friends homes, and businesses, did not. Jungle Brother Teora, has also been affected by the floods. His gym was engulfed by water and his local community has been pretty devastated with many homes, schools and roads basically being destroyed. No doubt he will have some huge stories to tell once he’s able to get back on the show. 

 

Our heart goes out to everyone who has been affected by this worrying event. 

 

If you are in a position to help, here’s a few ways you can do so:

 

Aside from heading out to the affected areas and volunteering your time, there are ways to help support the affected communities. You can find links below to a few of the main organisations assisting those in need.

 

SHOW NOTES:

 

Learn more about Real Body Movement

 

Follow Real Body Movement on Instagram

 

Donate to the Queensland SES

 

Donate to NSW SES

 

Donate to Vinnies

 

Donate to Red Cross

 

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