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Chase Greatness

Chase Greatness

By Michael Read

An in site into some of the fitness industry’s most passionate and driven individuals.
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Chasing that Ifbb title, with Josh Bridgman

Chase GreatnessMay 16, 2020

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Chasing that Ifbb title, with Josh Bridgman

Chasing that Ifbb title, with Josh Bridgman

Episode #12 of the chase greatness podcast welcomes Josh Bridgman. Josh is an up and coming bodybuilder who currently is chasing down his IFBB pro status, Josh is also the owner of 1MR, a brand based around the philosophy of 1 more rep. I’m this episode we talk about all things related to becoming a pro bodybuilder, the taboo topic of performance enhancing drugs, training methods, social media madness and what the meaning is behind the brand 1MR. If you don’t already, check out Josh’s journey, his IG handle is @joshbirdgman
May 16, 202001:02:07
Putting the world to rights, with friends Charlie and Jeramy

Putting the world to rights, with friends Charlie and Jeramy

Episode 12 of the chase greatness podcast welcomes my good friends Charlie Johnson & Jeremy Boisseau . Charlie and Jeramy are both online transformation coaches who are currently taking over the world with the famous 8 week transformation program Shreddin8, I’m lucky enough to work on projects with these guys and have had the pleasure of spending some decent time with them both over the past few years. In this episode we discuss training from home, what lessons covid-19 and the quarantine lifestyle have taught us, conspiracies theories and basically just have a good old catch up. Enjoy 💪🏽
May 08, 202001:05:15
“Being able to take a shit without the fear of getting your head blown off” with Dr Jordan Shallow

“Being able to take a shit without the fear of getting your head blown off” with Dr Jordan Shallow

Episode #11 of the chase greatness podcasts welcomes Dr Jordan Shallow. Jordan aka The Muscle Doc is a competitive power lifter, chiropractor and strength & hypertrophy coach who is currently travelling the world helping people level up their knowledge by teaching them the Pre Script methodology of Mobility, Stability and Strength. In this episode we talk about Jordan’s background and how he found himself working with some of the greatest mentors the industry has ever seen, how people should really go about practicing gratitude and what his outlook is on the current world pandemic. Enjoy 💪🏽
May 05, 202001:17:31
SEX & FITNESS, with Sisters Howie and Holly Howells

SEX & FITNESS, with Sisters Howie and Holly Howells

Episode #10 of the chase greatness podcast welcomes great friends and sisters Howie & Holly Howells. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Holly is a pro bikini model turned CrossFit athlete who coaches in person and online and her sister Howie featured on the Channel 4 documentary Genderquake, where a group of young people from all backgrounds races and sexes were brought together as part of a project to raise awareness for gender identities. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this episode we have a good catch up and talk mainly about gender and sex and how the stigma and overall outlook on sexuality should no longer be such a taboo subject. We also talk about training and how holly is now pursuing her patios of CrossFit.
May 03, 202001:36:05
Finding peace with IFBB pro Sarah Marie Bell.

Finding peace with IFBB pro Sarah Marie Bell.

Episode #10 of the chase greatness podcast welcomes IFBB pro Physique competitor and great friend Sarah Marie Bell. Sarah currently lives in Dubai where she runs a successful coaching business. In this episode we talk about the current covid-19 pandemic and how she is dealing with limited training facilities, how Dubai is now her new home and also how she has recently gone through a spiritual journey to find inner peace.
May 02, 202001:33:26
Let’s talk about mental health with Dan Osman

Let’s talk about mental health with Dan Osman

Episode #8 of the chase greatness podcast welcomes Dan Osman. Dan is a Health and nutritional coach who has years of experience in the fitness industry under his belt. He also co hosts the incredible Fitness Unfiltered podcast so if you haven’t already go and check that out. In this episode we talk openly about mental health and the stigma around the subject especially within the fitness industry. Dans experience in competing gave him some great experiences but alongside that came a host of mental health issues. Dan also raised over 6k by completing a charity event where he pushed a fitness tank that weighed over 100kg for 24 hours straight.
May 01, 202001:07:42
Does Social Media Content Matter? With Chris Bailey, the UK’s #1 fitness photographer.

Does Social Media Content Matter? With Chris Bailey, the UK’s #1 fitness photographer.

Episode #7 of the chase greatness podcast welcomes guest and friend Chris Bailey. Chris is a well respected and experienced fitness photographer who’s worked with some incredible athletes and organisations such as... Mr Olympia and The Arnold Classic. In this episode we talk about how Chris found his passion for photography, what equipment is necessary for someone who is starting out as a content creator and how social media content quality plays an important role in scaling your business.
Apr 30, 202001:15:50
How to make your social media stand out, with Marsha Coles.

How to make your social media stand out, with Marsha Coles.

Marsha is an incredibly skilled and talented content creator who has taken her passion of graphics design to a whole new level by creating amazing eye catching and meaningful social media posts to help coaches and PT’s within the fitness industry improve there level of service.
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In this episode we talk about the issues that many coaches come across when trying to take there business online, how you should be adding value to you followers by creating informative posts, and how improving your social media aesthetics with eye catching posts will help to solidify your place in the industry as an informative figure.
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Click the link in my bio to listen to the whole episode microphone 🎧🎙.
Apr 27, 202001:02:19
Let’s talk about mental health with Aaron Clark

Let’s talk about mental health with Aaron Clark

Episode #5 of the chase greatness podcast features @Aaronclark 🎙
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At the age of only 14 Aaron lost a close friend to suicide, suffering such a tragic lose would be incredibly hard for anyone to deal with but being just 14 and with no real support around the subject he was forced to push the event to one side and forget about it.
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Later on in life and suffering from his own mental health struggles he decided to focus on helping others who had been through hard times. What started as a group of young lads talking about mental health in there local gym quickly spread and the creation of Mental Health Muscle was Born.
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Since then Aaron has dedicated his time to spread the word of mental health and help hundreds of people who have similar issues regarding this mental state of mind.
In this episode we speak openly about anxiety and depression and get an insight into how Aaron has managed to control his darkness and now focus on being the best version of himself not only for him but for his family too 💪🏽



Apr 20, 202001:00:17
Being resilient through the hard times makes you appreciate the light. With Rebecca Farrell

Being resilient through the hard times makes you appreciate the light. With Rebecca Farrell

Episode 4 of the chase greatness podcast features Rebecca Farrell. Rebecca is a ex teacher turned online transformation coach, a competitive fitness athlete and amongst a whole host of talents she also speaks openly and mindfully about becoming the best version of yourself. In this episode we speak openly about mental health, the fitness industry, and the transition from teacher to fitness coach. Rebecca also hosts her own podcast named walk with Becks so be sure to go check that out.
Feb 21, 202046:24
Coming from a humble beginning with Dr Chris Spearman

Coming from a humble beginning with Dr Chris Spearman

A few months back myself and Chris where invited to Miami for an event hosted by 1up nutrition. This podcast was completely spontaneous however I feel it is incredibly powerful. Everything that we spoke about is heartfelt and spoken with passion so I hope you guys can put up with the background music long enough as there are some really incredible parts to this podcast. We speak about Chris’s upbringing, his passion to help others and how above all a young kid from rural Ireland has solidified himself as one of the best online coaches and mentors in the world. I hope you enjoy
Dec 08, 201924:24
Chasing Greatness with Daniel Hoang

Chasing Greatness with Daniel Hoang

Episode 2 of the Chase Greatness Podcast features Daniel Hoang, Daniel is the owner and creator of the jewellery and apparel brand Zephyr Collection. Daniel is also a fitness Youtuber, competes in men’s physique and is sponsored by some of the Industries leading brands such as Alphalete and 1up Nutrition. In this episode we talk about what it takes to be a full time entrepreneur, how he and Christian Guzman first met and then went on to be great friends, how to set an example on social media and also some of the things you’re going to need to adopt to become the best version of yourself.
Oct 30, 201901:26:22
What does it take to become a world class online coach

What does it take to become a world class online coach

The first official Chase Greatness podcast featuring the worlds best online transformation coach and great friend Charlie Johnson. In this episode me and Charlie discus a hosts of different topics based around how to become a successful coach, taking the leap from a secured 9-5 to pursue his true passion, and some of the tools you have to implement to make a name for yourself on social media.
Oct 21, 201958:50