In the latest podcast we catch-up with previous guest and friend Ben 'El Diablo' Robson. Ben is currently in Rome, Italy working on his MSc in Biomechanics. We discuss his recent relocation, BJJ & training in Rome, his recent appearance at the ADCC and various other BJJ, MMA & performance-related topics. You can find Ben at: www.unorthodoxperformance.co.uk www.instagram.com/unorthodox_performance/ www.instagram.com/benjamin_bunny_x/ Thanks to our partners: WhiskyWolf www.thewhiskywolf.com www.instagram.com/thewhiskywolf Cast Iron Roasters www.castironroasters.com www.instagram.com/castironroaster

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Ben 'El Diablo' Robson - Unorthodox Performance

In this episode we spoke with Justin Sidelle via Skype. Justin is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu running the grappling program at Team Quest, Chang Mai, Thailand. We talk about his Jiu Jitsu journey from when he started back in 2005 training in San Fransisco through to receiving his black belt from Olavo Abreu at Phuket Top Team. He has been able to create the ultimate Jiu Jitsu lifestyle which allows him to live by the principles that he holds most important to him. LINKS Team Quest http://tqmmathailand.com/ Justin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/justinsidellebjj

Justin Sidelle - Team Quest Chiang Mai

Lauren wears many, many hats, she is a writer, yoga teacher, meditation teacher, holistic coach, entrepreneur, podcaster, blogger, speaker, space holder, communication consultant and content creator. We delve into Laurens background and how an injury sustained whilst strength training left her with a debilitating back problem. She takes through her journey from yoga practitioner to heal her back to adventures in Costa Rica on her quest to become a yoga instructor. We touch on many topics from the general physical benefits of yoga, how it supports the mind and the power of meditation. We also discuss finding the right style of yoga and the right coach for you. You can find out more about Lauren here: https://laurenbarber.co www.instagram.com/laurenbarber.co/ www.facebook.com/laurenbarber.co/ laurenbarber.co/podcast-1

Lauren Barber - Yoga & Meditation

In this episode we sit down with Guy and Charlie from Cast Iron Roasters at their roastery in the beautiful West Sussex countryside and talk ALL things coffee. Their passion is contagious as they take us through the entire journey from sourcing the hand-picked beans to extracting the maximum flavour through their roasting process. We also touch on a host of other topics from the growth of the UK coffee market, preferred brewing methods as well as competing at the UK Brewing Championship in Glasgow this year. Check them out on instagram and twitter @castiornroasters https://castironroasters.com

Guy & Charlie - Cast Iron Roasters

In this episode, we sat down with Tommy Chivers - PT, Coach and U80kg British No.1 Natural Strongest Man (2017) & World No.2 Natural Strongest Man. We start at the beginning of his fitness/strength journey from garage gym to CrossFit & Powerlifting through to him placing 1st in the Natural British Strong Man in 2017 and 2nd in the Natural World Strongest Man. We touch on how Tommy readies himself for competition, from physical preparation through to visualisation techniques he has developed himself. We also get a great insight into the world of strongman competitions, the positives and negatives of competing naturally, performance-enhancing drugs, as well as what next for this 'strength' competitor. ENJOY!! Check him out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tc_strength And Facebook: TC Strength & Performance UK

Tommy Chivers - TC Strength & Performance

Ben Robson has teamed up with Mike Leng from Unorthodox Nutrition to bring you Unorthodox Performance. In this podcast, we talk about his new company and how it all started. He is currently studying his Masters in biomechanics after completing his degree in sports and exercise science. With Mike as a business partner and mentor, the knowledge he has gained through his formal education alongside his own training and endless reading sets him apart from your average nutrition and strength & conditioning programmer. A purple belt in Brazilain Jiu Jitsu training and teaching at CF24 in Cardiff and part of the Whisky Wolf Mat Pack he is an active competitor on the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seen and has competed in numerous submission only events including one of the original UK based events TUFF Invitational. After making the UK squad he has travelled the world competing in IMMAF events in Bulgaria Singapore where he was lucky enough to train with Craig Jones. After making the switch to a vegan diet over a year ago he has been able to continue his training as normal and see some additional health benefits. So he is now running seminars to help give people the information they need to be able to make the switch to a herbivore diet. So check out his social media for more info on how to get involved in one of his seminars. http://www.unorthodoxperformance.co.uk https://www.mercht.com/c/wired

Ben Robson - Unorthodox Performance

On this weeks episode, we spend time with Will Edge at his Micro Distillery, set in the Kent hills. Will is the founder and owner of the Greensand Ridge Distillery and sources the ingredients for his Gin, Brandies, and Rums from the local area. He has set the company up based on pure passion for his craft, and we great understanding of his journey and find out what drives him. We also discuss his vision of making the product as sustainable as possible through packaging and reducing food waste. Will also runs Gin making courses at the distillery that sound like a lot of fun so check out his website if you are interested in booking onto one of these courses or want to buy some of his spirits. https://www.greensanddistillery.com

Will Edge - Greensand Ridge Distillery

In this episode, we sit down with Alex Clarke, the owner of CrossFit Tonbridge. We talk about how he got into CrossFit as well as some of his amazing achievements in the CrossFit Games over the years. We get a good insight into his training and how he is able to push that little bit further than most. So hopefully there will be some gems in here that you will be able to implement into your training to help you push that little bit further and help you achieve your goals. He is running 44 miles across the D-Day landing beaches in France later this year for the charity Blesma if you would like to donate here is the link: https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?userUrl=AlexClarke12&pageUrl=1 If you live in the South East of the UK check out CrossFit Tonbridge: www.crossfittonbridge.co.uk

Alex Clarke - Crossfit Tonbridge

In this episode, we sit down with Rich Harris, the man behind The Whisky Wolf. We find out how and why the brand was started as well as getting into the vision of the brand. He is also a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brown belt under Zé Marcello, so we talk a bit about his training and how he got into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The Whisky Wolf sponsors numerous athletes known as "The Whisky Wolf Pack" that include roller derby, bjj, skating, surfing and most recently OCR athletes, so we get a little insight into some of them and there sports. Find out more about the Whisky Wolf and buy yourself some off there awesome soap and mechanise here: www.thewhiskywolf.com

Rich Harris - Whisky Wolf

In this podcast Ben sits down with Steve O'Keefe. Steve is doing some amazing work for the charity Fight for Peace in East London. He is the owner and founder of Revolution Martial Arts, home to some of the best Mixed Martial Arts fighters in the UK. We discuss future talents coming through the gym as well as his own MMA career. Steve also runs a coaching program to coach coaches called ‘Coaching futures’ so we get a little insight into this and some of his coaching methods. There are some great recommendations of books and TED talks in here to help inspire you, as well as some really useful info from Steve himself. For more information on all of the above check out the links below: http://fightforpeace.net http://www.revolutionmartialarts.co.uk https://coaching-futures.co.uk

Steve O'Keefe - Revolution MMA & Fight For Peace

In this episode we sit down with Mike Leng from Unorthodox Nutrition. Mike works with a range of athletes across various spots from complete beginners to some of the highest level BJJ, MMA, and weightlifting athletes in the UK. His passion and work ethic is what has got him to where he is today. As one of the most respected nutrition in the UK, his methods are tried and tested and the results speak for them selves. There is some great info on here that may help you tweak your own current plan or if you are looking for a nutrition plan have a listen and you will be able to build some solid foundations. Check Mike out on social media: Unorthodox Nutrition on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook For more info about Unorthodox Nutrition and if you want to sign up to one of his plans check out the website: http://www.unorthodox-nutrition.com

Mike Leng - Unorthodox Nutrition

Our first offical guest is David Leeper is the co-owner and founder of 65mm Coffee, a specialist coffee shop in Tonbridge, Kent. He has competed twice at the UK barista championships as well as mentoring others to do the same with great results. His passion and dedication is clear to see and he is truly passionate about crediting the whole process literally from bean to cup. There is some serious coffee knowledge in here as well as some useful pointers just to make a better cup of coffee at home.

David Leeper - 65mm Coffee

In our latest episode, we meet the 3rd and final member of the team Piers. We delve into Piers' misspent youth, his passion for rugby and how sports and training have helped him through difficult times as well as covering many, many other topics.

Bro Triangle Podcast - The Piers Episode

The second episode of the Bro Triangle Podcast sees us interview the second member of the team 'Ben Sulston'. Ben is a Business Owner, Chef, Husband, Dad, BJJ Brown Belt, Real Food Advocate, Local Busines Champion.

Bro Triangle Podcast - The Ben Episode

In our inaugural episode, we meet the first member of the Bro Triangle team, Adam. Adam is a gym owner and PT with over 15 years of training experience under his belt, a long list of qualifications and has a penchant for kettle-bells. www.anatomy37.com

Bro Triangle Podcast - The Adam Episode

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