Almost Athlete Podcast
#1 - Julien Prieur - The Pain Cave Chronicles: Thriving in High-Intensity Sports
Julien shares his wealth of experience in CrossFit, Spartan racing, and coaching, offering valuable insights for both beginners and seasoned athletes. Learn how to push your limits, conquer the infamous "pain cave," and unlock your full potential in HYROX and other endurance sports. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or a competitive athlete, this podcast will equip you with the knowledge and motivation to excel in high-intensity challenges like HYROX.
#2 - Tan Yiren - The Fitness Ah Beng Exposed: How Yiren Destroyed Singapore's Workout Myths
Clarence Teo sits down with Yiren from Kampung CrossFit - Singapore's most brutally honest fitness rebel - to tear down workout myths, share raw fitness insights, and explore the evolution of functional fitness
#3 - Ben Khoo - Breaking Records, Running Faster: The World of High Performance Endurance Athletes
In this episode, join national athlete Ben Khoo as he unveils the secrets behind high-performance training, nutrition, and mindset. Discover the raw, unfiltered journey of an Ironman athlete pushing the boundaries of human potential.
#4 - Wensen & Isaac - Pull-Ups and Midlife: When Cali Boys Grow Up
In this raw, unfiltered podcast, they dive deep into a world where pull-ups meet life philosophy. From mastering impossible body movements during lockdown to exploring how kettlebells and CrossFit can complement their calisthenics roots, these guys prove that fitness isn't just about muscles - it's about adventure, adaptation, and never stopping.
#5 - Stuart Diplock - Why Everything You Know About Training is Wrong: How to Actually get Fit Without Killing Yourself
Stuart Diplock , founder of Elvte gym in Singapore, shares his revolutionary approach to fitness that challenges traditional training methods. He argues that fitness should improve your life, not consume it, advocating for a balanced approach that considers individual goals, lifestyle, and long-term health
#6 - Ollie Wang - The Revl Story: Secrets No One Tells you About the Fitness Business
In this podcast episode, Ollie Wang, the master franchiser of Revl in Singapore, shares his journey of transforming a fitness concept into a thriving local brand. Starting with a market gap identified during his university entrepreneurship module, Ollie acquired the Revl master franchise and strategically grew it from a single studio to 10 locations in just a few years.
#7 - Sam Chua - Your Coach Matters: The Science of Running Nobody Talks About
Meet Sam Chua, known as @xtriderunning - a fitness coach who transformed from a shoe review page to a performance-focused hybrid athlete trainer. In this candid conversation, he breaks down the nuances of running coaching, from understanding effort levels to balancing strength and endurance. Sam shares insights from his personal journey of overcoming bullying to becoming a respected coach, offering a unique perspective on fitness that goes beyond just numbers and aesthetics. Dive into a discussion that explores the art of training, the importance of listening to your body, and the true meaning of athletic discipline.