In this episode, Craig and I debrief our 12-hour walk. Interestingly, apart from a few similarities, we both had a completely different experience of the same task. It was awesome on so many levels, but the debrief and download we did here has only been the beginning. It seems the 12-hour walk is not just about your time during the walk, but also the time after. In the days following, we've continued to process what we learnt, observed and thought about, and clarified things on a deeper level, making the walk even more valuable. We are going to run the 12-hour walk at BASE 3, with a prep and debrief phase attached to it. The walk is scheduled for the 28th of Jan, with a prep meeting this weekend, the 14th. If you'd like to get involved, or if you want more info, contact [email protected]

I talk to Jeremy about: How bullying led to his body dysmorphia and self-confidence issues Isolation and dying alone Constant depression and keeping his mind busy Jeremy on coping: Have something to look forward to in your day Get creative and do things you enjoy Show notes: blackLight www.blacklightme.com

We talk to Jon Hall about: Taking himself to a therapist because he knew something wasn’t right. The relief of being diagnosed with Adjustment Disorder and how it differs from his depression. Destressing and uncluttering your mind. Beef recommends: Talking to someone. Spending time with people you care about. Looking after yourself: be active, practise gratitude, eat well. Show notes: Clear Minds https://www.clearmindscenter.com/

We talk to Craig about: Taking 7 months to tell anyone he was depressed because he didn’t want to burden anyone. Adding newborn stress on top of business and life stress. Sitting in his car after work, not wanting to drive home. Craig says: Find positive things to hold onto. Talk to someone. Telling someone doesn’t weigh them down, but it does lighten you. Show notes: Paddy the Baddy video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtW0byC28_s

We talk to Jess Voorn about: Her full breakdown 4 years ago. Going to therapy and taking meds. Being a high-functioning, obsessive, and controlling depressive. Jess says: Talk to yourself as if you’re your best friend. Talk to someone. Dark days aren’t forever. Show notes: Free Spirit Collective https://thefreespiritcollective.earth/ The Lighthouse https://www.lighthousearabia.com/

We talk to Simon Bower about: Panic attacks and depression during comfortable phases of life. Talking, doing and accountability. But most importantly, his MANstrual cycle and satanic runs. Simon says: Be nice to yourself but with a touch of tough love. Be aware of what triggers you. Don’t compare yourself to others on social media. Show notes: I didn’t explain the “need for growth” very well at all, so please please listen to Mel Robbins explain it properly instead! Starts at 34:28 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7M4IIYJL3LTSj0V4s2lLTn?si=vA4B5CIFTkC92q_TNoEc6g

Em and J talk about: Destructive self-talk Trying to keep one foot on solid ground when you’re in it, and trying to do things to help yourself out of it Embracing depression as a part of you Emily says: Disrupt your self-talk with (positive) podcasts Talk to someone Get outside for a walk Show notes: Diary of a CEO - https://open.spotify.com/show/7iQXmUT7XGuZSzAMjoNWlX?si=4782b8cc1b8d435e How I built this - https://open.spotify.com/show/2WvQn8EH9suUygo1LTHRdv?si=72ea9f601cec4d81 My father wrote a porno - https://open.spotify.com/show/6nYCARKKZ5UvaUedL6KEu3?si=22534b4fa01f452e

Welcome back to the base 3 podcast. For episode 122, I was joined by an old friend, Badr Fikree. So Badr has lost a bit of weight, and was kind enough to come on the podcast and share his journey with us. Badr and I go way back, I already knew of this story, but I’m not guna lie, hearing it in detail was inspiring as fuck. As I said Me and Badr go way back, we’ve have had our fair share of adventures, some of which I’m surprised didn’t make it into the episode, mostly the Burger King drive threw and spinnies cheese puff stories. Badr actually played a huge part of my very short MMA career, he even managed to get me sponsored for a few fights, and let me use him as a grappling partner. In this episode Badr shares what he has learned on his journey from over 160kg, to under 80kg. Badr’s motivation for losing weight was largely due to health reasons and a desire to improve his appearance. But as he explains in the episode, he soon realized the massive emotional and psychological benefits to becoming healthier. With some sound guidance and support, Badr went from being told he’ll need dialysis just to stay alive, to running a damn marathon. We discussed what he learnt, why he did it, how he did it, what he actually did, some of his training & nutrition protocols and most importantly his mindset through the mission. Badr, thank you for sharing your story, coming on and being vulnerable, being a good dude, and for the coffee. Enjoy episode 122 of the base 3 podcast, with Badr Fikree. Check out Badr on Insta and on YouTube!

WE ARE BACK! We kick off the year and the rebirth of the B3POD with an incredible chat with the boys from Battle Cancer, Scott & Alex. The boys are over as part of their Dubai tour ahead of their Event on March the 19th up at NAS sports complex. Scott & Alex talk us through what Battle cancer is and tell us the stories of how they have created such a unique and accessible event, that brings people together through the universal language of fitness and battling cancer. Battle cancer as a movement has done incredible things to not only raise funds but awareness and support for people affected by cancer. I was excited about the March event before speaking with the boys, but now I’m absolutely buzzing to get involved, and want to get as many of you guys involved as possible. Everything you need to know about the event can be found HERE, and you can give SCOTT and ALEX a follow here on the gram. Thank you for your time boys, and the amazing things you're doing with Battle cancer. Enjoy episode 121 of the BASE 3 podcast.

Great chat with BASE 3 coaches and all-out good dudes, Rowan and Tyler. In this episode of the B3POD, we discussed the pros and cons of group vs individual training. We got deep into the benefits and reasons why PT or individual programming is a good option, then compared them to the benefits of group training. We then chatted about what we preferred to coach and what we'd rather do as athletes. A lot of what was discussed is very goal and individual dependant, but there is hopefully loads of info in there you can lean on to help you decide which tool is the most useful for your training goals.  Let us know if you want to chat about anything discussed in the episode, always happy to chat.