In episode #14, we are joined by PTA collaborator Louise Pratley. Ash and Louise are discussing ways to be more proactive with your business, and how to feel more motivated and empowered on a day to day basis – especially in the current climate of being put into Lockdowns due to Covid-19. There will be …
With James Buckingham being such an integral part of our nutrition and training content here at Performance Training Academy, and developer of our ‘Advanced Nutrition Course’, we felt it only right to show you the story behind James’ career. Find out the lessons James learnt from his 22 years in the military, how his career …
This episode follows on from episode #11. Whereas our previous podcast discussed the correct supplements for your workout and to help achieve training goals, this episode discusses which supplements can help promote better health and wellness for your body and mind. James Buckingham and I are discussing supplements such as fish oils, magnesium, probiotics, vitamin …
Podcast episode #12: Supplements – Part Two: Supplements for Optimal Health Read More »
In this episode we are discussing supplements – Protein shakes, Creatine, BCAAs, Fish Oils, Multivitamins, Electrolyte drinks and even Pre-workouts. We will be giving clarity on when these are best to use, how they should be used effectively, and when they are not necessary.
Understanding gut health and giving yourself the best chance of having a healthy digestive system is a key factor in training potential, living a longer, healthier life and ensuring you eliminate inflammation in your body. In episode #10 we have James Buckingham back to discuss this subject, and importantly to highlight what effects poor nutrition …
Episode #10: Discussing the importance of ‘Gut Health’ with James Buckingham Read More »
At 22 years of age, Performance Training Academy founder Ashley Hough had no idea what he wanted to do as a career. He worked a number of jobs which he did not enjoy, causing the old Sunday evening blues and getting the dread of work the following day, before he found his ideal career as …
Ashley Hough is chatting with Tom Johnson about his transition from Professional Rugby to running his own gym as a Personal Trainer in the Health & Fitness industry. We will look back at Tom’s illustrious rugby career, which includes 10 years at the top flight in English Rugby with Premiership Champions, Exeter Chiefs. As well …
In episode #7, Ashley Hough is joined by Pete Howard, a tutor here at Performance Training Academy. We are discussing Pete’s journey in the health & fitness industry, how he built up his own successful personal training business ‘Howards Health & Fitness’, and his time spent working as a Professional Wrestler with the WWE in …
Ashley Hough is joined with James Buckingham, our resident nutrition expert, to discuss current trends in nutrition. In this podcast we will be discussing: • What is the standard “healthy” diet and what is the problems around this • Pros and cons for popular diets – Keto, Paleo, Carnivore, Vegetarian, Vegan • What should a …
Podcast episode #6: Pros and cons of modern diets Read More »
In podcast #5 we are again joined by our resident nutrition expert James Buckingham, and we are discussing fasting. The main emphasis that we want to convey is that fasting is a good way to promote health within the body, and will also help with weight loss when done correctly. We will be explaining how …
Podcast episode #5: What is fasting and how is it done correctly? Read More »