DentalFit Podcast

Join us as we sit down with Tessa Rim, one of Victoria’s top Olympic weightlifters and a rising force in the 58kg category. With personal bests of 83kg in the snatch and 105kg in the clean and jerk, Tessa has built her strength through discipline, resilience, and the ability to laugh through the grind.In this episode, Tessa opens up about her journey into the sport, her experiences on the competition stage - including the Oceania Championships - and the mindset that drives her to push big numbers. We discuss the myths around women lifting heavy, the routines that keep her grounded, and the importance of recovery, nutrition, and even jaw health in high-performance lifting.Looking ahead, Tessa shares how she’s navigating the shifting competition landscape on the road to the Commonwealth Games, and what it means to pursue long-term success in a demanding sport.If you’re an athlete, coach, or anyone chasing strength with purpose, this conversation offers insight, inspiration, and plenty of real talk. Tune in now to learn from one of Australia’s brightest weightlifting talents.

In this episode of the DentalFit Podcast, we sit down with welterweight MMA athlete Sam Marles - fighting out of Absolute MMA in Melbourne and coming off a highlight-reel KO win at Eternal MMA 95.Sam shares his journey from a multi-sport upbringing in Geelong to going all-in on combat sports in his early 20s, and what it’s taken to carve out a name in one of Australia’s most competitive weight classes. We dive into the evolution of his striking and grappling game, the mental shift that came with fully committing to the fight life, and the values he’s carried from the golf course and footy field into the cage.With reflections on coaching, discipline, and learning to stay composed under fire, this episode offers a raw and grounded look at what it takes to build a career in modern MMA.Whether you're into martial arts, mindset, or just love stories of late bloomers finding their lane - Sam’s story is one to watch.

In this episode of the DentalFit Podcast, we sit down with Hayley Adams - CrossFit athlete at Soul Rebel in Greensborough, VIC - fresh off a breakthrough 10th-place finish at the 2025 Torian Pro and on the road to the Down Under Championship.Hayley shares what it’s like to compete at the highest level in Australia, the mindset shifts that took her from 22nd to 10th in just a year, and how she’s approaching the next phase of her season. We dive into the discipline behind refining weaknesses, the emotion of sharing the floor with Tia-Clair Toomey, and the people and practices that keep her grounded along the way.If you're building something for the long haul - whether it's your strength, your gym, or your mental game - this episode is packed with perspective and purpose.

In this episode of the DentalFit Podcast, we chat with Lachie McPherson - elite coach at Adept Performance, former national-level sprinter and decathlete, and now a bobsleigh athlete training toward the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics.Lachie shares how his background on the track shaped his approach to high-performance coaching, what it’s taken to transition into winter sport, and the mindset needed to chase an Olympic goal from a completely new angle. We also explore the habits behind elite training, the demands of coaching and competing, and the link between performance, recovery, and oral health.It’s a conversation about discipline, adaptability, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible - both on the ice and in everyday training.

In this episode of the DentalFit Podcast, we sit down with Jacob Despard - Olympic sprinter, Stawell Gift champion, and Commonwealth Games finalist.Jacob shares his journey from grassroots athletics in Tasmania to the world’s biggest tracks. We talk about his experiences at the Commonwealth Games and the Paris Olympics, and the mindset required to perform under pressure. He opens up about the setbacks that shaped him, the pursuit of consistency in a sport defined by milliseconds, and the role recovery, breathing, and oral health play in staying race-ready.It’s a focused look at the discipline, resilience, and precision behind elite sprinting.

In this episode of the DentalFit Podcast, we sit down with fitness industry leader Mark Ottobre - founder of Enterprise Fitness and author of The Enterprise Diet.Mark shares the story behind building a results-driven gym culture, the mindset and discipline that have shaped his career, and why performance starts with strong habits - from training and nutrition to recovery. We talk about what inspired his return to the bodybuilding stage and the principles behind his high-performance coaching approach.Whether you’re in the gym, in business, or just trying to level up, this one’s full of sharp insights and no-BS inspiration.

In this episode of the DentalFit Podcast, we catch up with Olympic weightlifting coach and athlete Chris Ackland - head coach at Iron Tribe and co-host of The Progress Lab podcast.Chris shares his journey from basketball to CrossFit to Olympic lifting, how he’s built a thriving gym community, and what it’s like balancing life as a coach, competitor, and dad. We dive into the evolution of his training philosophy, the importance of culture in coaching, and how jaw position, breathing, and body awareness can impact performance - in and out of the gym.With a few laughs and plenty of practical insight, this one’s for anyone chasing progress, not perfection.

In this episode of the DentalFit Podcast, we sit down with Rachel Smith - CrossFit athlete, adventurer, and type 1 diabetic - as she prepares to summit Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica.Rachel shares the mindset, training, and resilience it takes to pursue a world-first: becoming the first woman with type 1 diabetes to conquer this icy giant. We dive into the physical demands, the mental grit, and how she manages her health on the path to extreme performance.This is a conversation about breaking barriers, redefining limits, and climbing higher in every sense.

In this episode, we catch up with CrossFit athlete and affiliate owner Jack Fleming as he gears up for the 2025 Torian Pro.Jack shares how he balances the intense demands of elite competition with running CrossFit Chirny, the evolution of his training habits, and the mindset shifts he's made since competing individually in 2022 and as part of a team in 2024. We also dive into his early sporting life, the proudest achievements from his school days, and the story behind his recent engagement.With insights from those closest to him, this episode gives a deeper look at the discipline, humour, and drive that fuel Jack's journey - on and off the competition floor.

In this episode of the DentalFit Podcast, we chat with CrossFit coach and athlete Isabella Andueza, co-owner of CrossFit Hawthorn East.From growing up in the Yarra Valley surrounded by sport, to coaching beginners and competing at elite levels like the Down Under Championship, her journey is one of grit, growth, and good vibes. She shares how she balances coaching, training, and corporate life, the values that shape her gym culture, and her mindset heading into her biggest comp yet - Torian Pro.If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a community, become a coach, and chase performance goals with relentless energy - this episode is for you.

In this episode of the DentalFit Podcast, we chat with CrossFit coach and athlete Isabella Andueza, co-owner of CrossFit Hawthorn East.From growing up in the Yarra Valley surrounded by sport, to coaching beginners and competing at elite levels like the Down Under Championship, her journey is one of grit, growth, and good vibes. She shares how she balances coaching, training, and corporate life, the values that shape her gym culture, and her mindset heading into her biggest comp yet - Torian Pro.If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a community, become a coach, and chase performance goals with relentless energy - this episode is for you.