Category: Podcast

Learn our training methodology, the JB philosophy, and the skill sets required to work in our gyms at the Coaches Intensive. October 21-22, 2023 You will learn: Our Foundational Movements Patterns, including Bodyweight, Weightlifting, Movement and Conditioning How to coach with authority and become a leader in your space The JB philosophy and how you… Continue reading Finding The Right Coaches: Specialist vs Generalist

Jumping between roles in your business is a big challenge when it comes to productivity. If you run a business chances are you have plates spinning all over the shop. If you don’t have systems in place, you’ll likely be unproductive. And when that happens, plates start to fall. The business suffers. Today i’m joined… Continue reading Being Productive When You Got 1000 Things On Your Plate

Today we’re talking about the GOAT of gym equipment. The one piece that has been central to the JB ethos since day one. This piece of kit allows you maximum flexibility. It gives you the freedom to explore multiple training modalities in the one space. And if you value a variety of training styles (like… Continue reading Our Single Favourite Piece Of Gym Equipment

It can be hard to realise how scary it is for a newbie walking into your gym… It’s a second home for your OG’s. But for an outsider, it all kinds of intimidation. Even for me as a gym owner, gym goer and certified savage, approaching a new space always makes me a little nervous.… Continue reading Your Gym Is Intimidating & the Customer Service Sucks

I got into a heated debate with a fellow strength coach… It started because he insisted Zercher Squats were an advanced exercise. And people would be better of Back Squatting for a few years before anything else. I disagreed. And the debate was on. A fulfilling exchange and a healthy expansion of perspectives. Pauly and… Continue reading Zerchers, Back Squats & How We Structure Our Sessions

We launch glutes-first into a philosophical exploration of gym work, framing the entire dialogue around our preferred method of espresso extraction. Pauly and I are joined by Serge – one of our favourite crossfitters. We are here to bring you the thought provoking chats you didn’t know you needed.   DO US A FAVOUR –… Continue reading Your Training: The Coffee Pod or Crafted-Espresso?

I asked Dylan what were the three things that surprised him most about running a gym. He’s been in the hot seat a good couple of years now. A perfect time to reflect. The gym-life ain’t always what it seems from the outside! BECOME A GREAT COACH – last chance to enrol for the May… Continue reading 3 Surprises When He Became Gym Manager | 183

[Those Who Don’t Want To Be Exceptional Need Not Apply] Learn the skills you need to be a world class coach at the Jungle Alliance Coaches Intensive. May 27-28 May, at Jungle Botany. Contact joey@junglebrothers.com for enrolment or more info.   I’m joined by Esther Mason to talk her journey into the Alliance and the… Continue reading Esther’s Ally Journey – Jungle Cabarita Beach Is Born | 182

Making the move from a stable career to one that is immediately less stable, is a big deal. It’s often the reality if you’re transitioning into a coaching career from an already established gig and is enough to stop many people making the move entirely. I went through it myself, coming out of the film… Continue reading From Concreter To Coach – Ryan Jackson | 181

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT: I need one small favour from you to show your support for the show -> hit subscribe on whichever platform you’re listening to this on.  The Jungle Brothers thank you.  ____________ Today I’m joined by Kashi Azad. Kashi is a strength enthusiast who is sharing an ancient form of strength and conditioning… Continue reading The Warrior Spirit & Iran’s Female Led Revolution