Dean Grimshawe - Work in Progress

Personal trainer Mauro Stara is used to helping his clients make BIG changes to their physiques.

In this episode we discussed how you need to prepare for a big transformation, and what is required to succeed. A coach can show you the way, but they can't do your press-ups for you.

It was a brilliant chat that flew by too fast. I'm hoping to connect with Mauro again very soon to talk further about the specifics of physical transformations, and share some further tips.

We could have so easily carried on for even longer with this recording as Tamara was dropping gold all over the place. Ever the professional we even lost communications half way through as her phone died, but she she simply grabbed a second phone and carried on. And I'm very glad she did.

In this episode you'll learn how to set yourself up for success marketing on Facebook including:

• Tips for setting up your home page
• The difference between a page and a group 
• And how to increase engagement on your posts

I'm certainly hoping we can catch up Tamara again, as she touched on some great insights into building out a marketing funnel, but to go deeper clearly required a whole extra conversation.

To follow Tamara's work and get in touch with her you can find her in all the following places:

Health and wellness expert Jurga Proudlove returns to the show to share her experience performing a liver and gallbladder cleanse.

The main function of the liver is to filter the blood coming from the digestive tract. Where it detoxifies any harmful chemicals and metabolizes any drugs consumed. Depending on the quality of our diets the liver can easily start to become overwhelmed and require a little assistance to keep performing at a high level. 

During this discussion learn how Jurga first heard about this cleanse, the protocol she followed, and the results she observed.

From Nope to Hope is the title of Lorraine Reguly's book in which she details how she went from suffering with depression and suicidal thoughts, to building a life for herself. Lorraine is now an author, English teacher, freelance editor, blogger, and entrepreneur. 

The book is not just about documenting her own journey, but also how others can achieve the same through her motivational story.

From Nope to Hope is designed to help anyone who wishes to lead a happier life, and contains a built-in workbook with exercises.

In this episode I have the great pleasure of speaking with former Royal Marine and Adventurer Baz Gray.

Baz is no stranger to taking on a big challenge, with a long history of impressive experiences under his belt. A former mountain leader in the Royal Marines, he knows what it takes to complete tough expeditions in all terrains. Not just in terms of what is required physically and technically, but also the mental and emotional demands that come with the territory.

During this episode he distills his wisdom down to some key pillars, that are applicable to every single one of us. A few areas that we should always be mindful of if we want to get ourselves ready for our next challenge in life. Whatever that may be.

I thoroughly enjoyed my opportunity to speak with Baz, as he was very generous with his time, and incredibly humble despite all that he's achieved. 

He still has the fire within him for his next challenge, where he has his focus on achieving a world first. So there is no danger of Baz slowing down anytime soon. You'll hear him talk about this in the podcast and it's no small goal at all!

But if anyone can succeed, you know it will be Baz Gray. 

And I for one look forward to following that journey all the way to the finish line.

Keir Wotherspoon is a level 4 strength and conditioning coach, who has worked with all levels of athlete to help them achieve their goals.

During 2020 he was forced into a completely new schedule as his gym facility was closed through lockdown, keeping him home with his family full-time. Like many working from home was something he had to adapt.

Which is when his appreciation for a solid morning routine stepped up a gear.

Listen in, as we discuss the positive difference that a good start to the day can make. Along with some pointers for helping you get in the right frame of mind to achieve your goals.

Keir understands that a good gym program will only take you so far. To really excel you'll need a plan that serves you both inside and outside of the gym. And it all starts with a good, consistent, morning routine.

In this episode we talk about how the generations can work together so everyone wins, with professional networker Chris Ogle.

James McNeil is a combat veteran of the US Army who joined me on the Work in Progress podcast to share the story behind his new book, Finding Your Personal Mission: Transforming Your Mind to Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts.

"It is not a weakness to let other people see where you’re struggling, nor is it a strength to cover it up."

Upon leaving the military James experienced first hand the struggles of integrating into civilian life. From the challenges of finding a new career and translating his skills to a whole new environment, to his internal battles of coming to terms with who he was as a person.

His lows were so extreme at times that he did unfortunately have suicidal thoughts. Thankfully he was able to turn his mind around through better understanding himself, and adopting tools and strategies which he has documented within this book.

This is a book for anyone that has ever asked themselves if the world would be better off without them, as well as a solid resource for anyone wishing to better understand those that are suffering.

James refers to suicide as a permanent solution to a temporary problem, and he hopes that by sharing his experience and the strategies that got him back on track, he can help those that are suffering to find a better way.

In this episode of the Work in Progress podcast I have the great pleasure of speaking to business coach Alex Petty. 

During the recording we discussed what it really takes to form a solid relationship as a coach, as well as the impact those relationships can have.

Alex shared a particular story which included jumping on a plane to the Middle East to re-connect with an old client. Though it wasn't until he landed the other end that he realised just how it important his trip was going to be. 

Suffice to say that Alex's approach to helping businesses thrive goes far beyond just looking at the numbers, and managing cash flow. He takes time to understand the people he works with on a deeper level, and as you will soon learn it's a good job that he does.

You will hear the story of what happened on that trip to Dubai when you listen to the show, though a more detailed account has actually been made into a book titled Suicide to Success by Rob Goddard. 

Alex is offering that book to listeners of the show for free, so be sure to tune in to learn how you can get your hands on a copy for yourself.

It is a very powerful story, as we follow a journey from extreme lows to being incredibly successful.

In this episode I'm joined by Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach and Sanomentology Therapist Jurga Proudlove.

An amazing lady with a thirst for knowledge, and a passion for improving the lives of everyone she comes into contact with.

During our discussion Jurga shares her own story of how she learned about the impact our nutrition and lifestyle choices can have on our health, both in terms of how serious things can become for us, and what can be achieved through consistent focus.

Ultimately it is all down to us which path we choose. And Jurga shares a bit of tough love in reminding us all that is our own personal responsibility to take good care of ourselves.

Be sure to follow Jurga for the future and consider getting in touch if you feel she can assist you in your goals. To connect with her on social media the links are below:

In this episode I speak to the personal training, axe throwing, pro-wrestling, single Mum of four that is Katy Bishop.

An inspiring role model who has learned to live life on her own terms. And the world is a far better place for it.