PODCAST · health
Building Better Bodies
by Wayne Lakin
Building Better Bodies takes you inside the world of judo, jiu-jitsu, and high-performance training. Each episode features conversations with athletes, coaches, and fitness professionals who share their journeys, training methods, and hard-earned lessons. Whether you’re a martial artist looking to improve, a fitness enthusiast curious about combat sports, or someone who loves stories of discipline and growth, this podcast delivers practical insights and real inspiration to help you level up.
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Coaching Elite Athletes
Most people think elite athletes just need motivation.They don’t.They need precision, trust, and coaching that actually understands them.In this episode, we talk about what coaching looks like at the highest level — how to build rapport over time, why athletes only respond when they trust your competence, and how understanding their experience changes everything.If you want insight into what really drives elite performance, this one’s for you.INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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Why Do We Avoid The Hard Things
In This podcast I fly Solo and discuss my thoughts on why we avoid doing the hard things and why as humans we take the easy route.INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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Skye Moore - From Cheer To Platform
In This episode Sophie and Wayne talk to World and European Silver Medalist in Powerlifting Listen to this incredible young athlete take us through Cheerleading to Powerlifting on the World StageWe take a delve into this talented athletes so far short but super successful careerInsta: Skye MooreINSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One with Emma Reid - The Worlds Your Oyster
In This Episode Wayne and Sophie Chat with Emma Reid who is fresh off the plane after Emma takes probably the most talked about World Bronze Medal.We also chat the Difference between Male and Female Training and training around your menstrual cycle.Link to Follow Emmas Journey www.instagram.com/emmaclarereid INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One with Sophie Ellis - Sophitness
In todays Episode Wayne talks with PT Sophie EllisPT, Online Coach, Gym Managerwhere we talk about becoming a PT, Building a Brand and Being motivated to SuccedInsta, @sophitness._Web, www.sophitness-pt.comINSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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Q & A With Karl & Wayne
In This episode Karl and Wayne answer the questions that you asked, We have tried to answer these as honestly as we can! as always, No script, No Editing, A coffee and away we go!!INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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Dan Powell - Pretty Good Looking for a Blind Guy!
Today myself and Karl have the upmost pleasure of being in the company of Dan Powell, Dan is a Paralympian in judo and today he chats about what it takes to become an elite athlete with a disability. Check him out on insta - @danpowell.ptINSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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Chelsie Giles - Living The Olympic Dream
This week we talk to Olympic Bronze Medalist, World number 1, European Champion and World Silver Medalist Chelsie GilesWe Sit with a coffee to catch up about the Tokyo Olympic Games and beyond!!INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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Coaching the Coach - Outcome Based Coaching?
Today Karl & Wayne grab a coffee and discuss what it takes to coach at all levels!What 3 things are important as a coach?How much does skill level matter?And if you really thought about it what would you change in your coaching?INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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Wayne Lakin - The Tables Have Turned
This week the tables have turned and Karl Green interviews Wayne Lakin on why he started judo and the ins and outs of his career and why he started Jiu Jitsu.From bullies to living the dream...INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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Karl Green - To Gi or Not To Gi
We are back, new logo, new co host but the same format...This week we get to meet the new co host Karl Green from Leicester Shootfighters.Karl is currently a Brown Belt, Awesome No Gi athlete and all round nice guy.INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One With Kelly Staddon.
In this episode we chat with Former Team GB international Judo player, 5x British champion and U23 European medalist kelly Staddon on the effects of diet and mental well being in a weight dominated sportI enjoyed this podcast so much.Insta: Wayne_LakinInsta: UnitedExerciseInsta: livingwell_kellyInsta: kellystaddon23 INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One With Toni Robinson.
Today I am super pleased to bring an interview with my Sister the Owner / Director of Nucleus HR We discuss how to keep employees happy, what employers are facing, and the success of a business through lockdownInsta : Wayne_lakinInsta : nucleus_hrif you need any services from Toni and Nucleus then please get in touch.INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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Lockdown 3 With Lewis Knight.
In this episode we continue the theme of Coffee chats, with no script and trying to keep to 45 mins.We discuss motivation, or lack there of, how we have been coping in this lockdown and tips to get you through.Insta : Wayne_LakinInsta : unitedexerciseInsta : lewisknightptINSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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"Talk 2" - The Variant Strikes Back.
In this episode we decided that we would catch up and see where the conversation goes.Its always a pleasure to chat to Matt, and remarkably we managed to keep this one under 1 hourAs always please check up Matts podcast 'The Drop In'insta : Wayne_lakininsta : thedropinpodcastinsta : mattdivallINSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One With Nekoda Smythe Davis.
In this episode we catch up with Nekoda on her recent injury and what this means for hr future in Judo, we talk mental health, mentors and her top 5 tips to keep you going through lock down.www.sportsaid.org.ukwww.mitridgefoundation.org.ukwww.believeperform.cominsta: Wayne_lakininsta: nekodadavis_judoisnta: unitedexerciseINSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One With Chris Skelley
In this episode we talk to the No 1 ranked VI judo player in the world Chris Skelley, We talk deteriorating eyesight, judo, dark teenage years, Rio and beyond.Insta: @Christopher.skellyInsta: @wayne_lakininsta: @unitedexercise INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One With Matt Divall.
This episode is slightly different as we have decided to release this on both streams, Building Better Bodies and Matt Divall's Podcast The Drop In.Matt Divall and I have been friends and colleagues for many years and have discussed sporting and social issues many times, so we decided to discuss and release as an episode.Wayne Lakin @wayne_lakinThe Drop in @thedropinpodcastEnjoy.INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One With Chelsie and Nekoda.
In this episode I flew solo to talk to Team GB athletes Chelsie Giles and Nekoda Smythe-Davies about lockdown, training the 2020 / 21 Olympic Games and Mental Health in Sport.Chelsie Giles instagram.... chelsiegilesNekoda Smythe-Davies .... Kodaa_xxWayne Lakin .... wayne_lakinLewis Knight .... lewisknightptINSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One About The State Of CrossFit.
In this episode Lew and I discuss the goings on of CrossFit over the last 72 Hours, Will Crossfit Survive??Is Castro the man for the Job??What is the future of the CrossFit Games??INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One In Isolation.
In this episode we discuss coping in isolation, training with limited equipment and food glorious food.Thank you to all the front line workers, Stay safe, Stay home and Protect the NHSAs always any questions please hit us up on socials...https://www.facebook.com/unitedexercisehttps://www.facebook.com/wayne.lakin.3https://www.facebook.com/LKFitnessHinckley/https://www.instagram.com/unitedexercise/https://www.instagram.com/wayne_lakinhttps://www.instagram.com/lewisknightpt/INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One Where We Talk Overtraining & Injuries.
In this weeks episode we talk about overtraining, Illness, injuries and age related training.If you wanted to send us any questions and or feedback please do so...@lewisknightpt ....insta@unitedexercise ....insta@wayne_lakin ....insta INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One Where We Talk Top Tips For Jan.
Todays episode is all about starting January right, We talk with Adam Cooper who is a PT who trains and lives with Addisons Disease.Find Coops on insta... @cooperadam07.INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One With Neil Adams MBE.
This weeks podcast is with Judo 9th Dan Double Olympic Silver Medalist and Ex World Champion.We Talk All things Judo, Training and Mindset.Facebook / Instagram / Twitter @neiladamsjudoor @neiladamsMBEINSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One About Crossfit.
This week Wayne and Lewis discuss everything Crossfit, from their journey into the sport, competing and what you should look for when starting up.INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One With George Chuter.
In this episode we talk with Ex England and Leicester Tigers Rugby Legend George Chuter.On the eve of the Rugby World Cup final we get George's predictions for the game against South Africa, We talk all things Rugby, Mental Health, Training and Life after Rugby.INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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The One With Lewis Knight.
PT and Co host Lewis Knight chats with Wayne Lakin on PT, becoming a PT and all things training.Lewis Knights Social Media Links : Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/lewisknightpt/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/LKFitnessHinckley/INSTAGRAM@wayne_lakin73@bannatynetamworth
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Building Better Bodies takes you inside the world of judo, jiu-jitsu, and high-performance training. Each episode features conversations with athletes, coaches, and fitness professionals who share their journeys, training methods, and hard-earned lessons. Whether you’re a martial artist looking to improve, a fitness enthusiast curious about combat sports, or someone who loves stories of discipline and growth, this podcast delivers practical insights and real inspiration to help you level up.
HOSTED BY
Wayne Lakin
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