#48:Why Eloni chose Fiji over his Country with Eloni Vunakece

In this episode of the Elevate With Mets podcast, host Mets Analin sits down with Eloni Vunakece, a former Fiji international rugby league player and NRL prop for the Sydney Roosters. Eloni shares his inspiring journey from junior rugby to competing at the highest level, reflecting on the challenges he faced with coaches and the pivotal influence of coach Trent Robinson in shaping his career. Together, Mets and Eloni explore how his training and mindset evolved, making him a more dedicated and impactful athlete. The conversation delves into family life, with Eloni revealing his unique approach to parenting, treating it like a project to achieve the best results for his kids. Mets and Eloni also exchange perspectives on fitness and weight training, comparing the philosophies of legends like Ronnie Coleman and Dorian Yates, sparking an engaging discussion about their training methods. Mets and Eloni’s conversation dives into the struggles men face with societal narratives about masculinity. Eloni shares his perspective on these challenges and reflects on what it means to him to be a proud Fijian, weaving his cultural heritage into his personal story. Packed with insights, humor, and inspiration, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their mindset, fitness, and approach to life. FOLLOW ELONI VUNAKECE: https://www.instagram.com/elonivunakece/ Learn more about Mets Analin:  https://elevatewithmets.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/titanmets/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@titanmets LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mets-analin-05239a63/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@metsanalin