The Paul's Body Engineering Podcast
Episodes
Episode 114 - My Burnout Experience and What I learnt
08 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details his burnout experience of 2019 and how traumatic it was having overworked and not looked after himself for months on end....
Episode 113 - ICN India Goa & 2022 Wrap
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Paul is in India and chats with ICN India judges Monique Hooper, Joey Cantlin and Leon Stensholm as well as ICN India President Jay A...
Episode 112 - The Eradication of Ego Lifting
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats about recent events that have occurred in gyms across Australia where individuals have been injured or worse due to unsafe ...
Episode 111 - What is Your Diet after the Diet
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chat about the fact that there is no finish line in health & fitness and that maintaining a sustainable healthy existence is a ne...
Episode 110 - My Bodybuilding Season Wrap
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details his most recent competitive bodybuilding season and how it all played out. . . . Website: www.paulsbodyengineering.com Em...
Episode 109 - Natural Bodybuilding in New Zealand with WNBF
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode has a great chat with Simon & Steph who are bringing the first ever WNBF event to New Zealand next weekend. . WNBF or World Natural Bo...
Episode 108 - Contest Prep & How I'm Feeling
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Paul sits down two days out from the Australian Titles and gives an honest and genuine account of how is feeling during his prep. It...
Episode 107 - The Not So Secret', Secrets to Weightloss
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul breaks down the basics of weightloss into 3 primary categories for where you may be life and how simple changes can bring better ...
Episode 106 - ICN Townsville Tropix Wrap
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats about the ICN Townville experience for Season B 2022 and how his team went as well as himself. . . . Website: www.paulsbody...
Episode 105 - Need It Now Culture
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats about the way we have evolved as a society creating a level of impatience and always wanting things and results immediately...
Episode 104 - The Future of Natural Bodybuilding In India
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with good friend and ICN India President Jay Acharya about how the sport is developing in India and what we can expect in t...
Episode 103 - Are you Prioritising your Health
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discuss his position on how so many of us don't prioritise our health and always put others first. . Its an honest and passionat...
Episode 102 - The World of Chinese Medicine with Dr Abbie
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with Dr Abbie from the Zhong Centre to talk all things Chinese Medicine. . This is a fascinating and very insightful discus...
Episode 101 - The Importance of Sleep with Martha Lewis
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with Sleep Consultant Martha Lewis. Martha is based in Wyoming, USA but works with clients all over the world. . She had to...
Episode 100 - Overcoming Alcoholism with Exercise with Justine Whitchurch
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Justine Whitchurch is a former 90s popstar however her story is much more significant then the whose who of the music industry. . Justine became addic...
Episode 99 - Overcoming Burnout & Setting Health Boundaries with Claire Nettley
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with Life & Recovery Coach Claire Nettley. . Claire has an amazing story to tell about her time in the corporate world chas...
Episode 98 - My India Experience
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details his recent travels to India while prepping for Season B 2022. He talks about his experience losing his luggage, trainin...
Episode 97 - ICN India Bangalore Wrap
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul is still in India and sits down with the ICN India judging panel of Joey Cantlin and Monique Hooper as well as ICN India Presiden...
Episode 96 - From Nth QLD to India with Scott Piper
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Still in India, it was a great opportunity to chat to some heavy weights in the fitness industry. I had the pleasure of chatting at length with Mr T...
Episode 95 - All Things Contest Prep with Joey Cantlin
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul is in India and chats with Joey Cantlin about his coaching history and contest prep. Joey is a very successful contest prep coac...
Episode 94 - Are you Coachable?
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses what it takes to be coachable and how those that follow the process set by a coach have a lot more success then those t...
Episode 93 - Its Not Rocket Science!
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses the simplicity of a weightloss journey and how over the years it has been overcomplicated with different diets, trends ...
Episode 92 - The Evolution of The Technician
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul catches up with Travis Cochran once again (The Technician) to discuss what he's been up too since they last spoke. Travis is on a...
Episode 91 - Fitness in Professional Rugby League
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with former Canberra Raiders player #227 Jarred Lawrence about his time playing professional rugby league. They talk about...
Episode 90 - Enhancements in Bodybuilding with Nicholas Weir
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with Coach Nicholas Weir who is an enhanced athlete in Powerlifting and more recently Bodybuilding as well as a well respec...
Episode 89 - Time is Not a F*^king Excuse!
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul passionately chats about how 'time' is often used as the number one reason people don't prioritise their health and fitness. He ...
Episode 88 - Becoming an IFBB Bikini Pro with Jess Johnson
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with IFBB Bikini Pro Jess Johnson about her journey to stage and becoming a world class Bikini athlete. Jess is also facil...
Episode 87 - Manifestation & Identity with Todd Jarratt
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with Todd Jarratt. Todd is a remarkable young man who has experienced a lot of adversity in his life already and now coach...
Episode 86 - The World of Natural Bodybuilding with Jason Woodforth ICN President
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with Jason Woodforth, ICN Queensland President. They discuss Jason's first show as promotor and MC and how much the sport ...
Episode 85 - Discovering the Masterverse with Dion Monkivitch
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with mindset and business coach Dion Monkivitch. They cover current topics such as motivation, purpose, dopamine blocks an...
Episode 84 - Contest Prep Periodisation
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details the process of Contest Prep Periodisation and how to be competitive in the world of Natural Bodybuilding you do need to s...
Episode 83 - What to Expect from a Breathwork & Ice Workshop with Jordan Potts
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with Jordan Potts from Exalto who will be facilitating his upcoming Breathwork & Ice Workshop in March. Jordan details his...
Episode 82 - Skinny Fit to Bodybuilding Mum with Natalie Harnden
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Natalie Harnden is a long term client of Paul's. Nat used to practise the old school way of fitness being low calories and lots of cardio. Now she onl...
Episode 81 - Reasons You're Not Losing Weight
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details many of the common reasons why someone may not be losing weight and why the scales should not dictate your happiness each...
Episode 80 - Taking Action
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul draws on his own experiences from his life and his clients and details how many people don't take action in an unhappy situation....
Episode 79 - New Year Goals & Lifting Strong while Heavy
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sits down with Kelly from UpYourself Training to discuss how to achieve New Year goals. They also go into detail about Kelly's o...
Episode 78 - Surviving Christmas
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks about his tips for surviving the stress of potential weight gain this Christmas and ways to manage the stress and expectati...
Episode 77 - Health & Fitness with Jonathan Goodman
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Goodman is bringing the fitness industry together. Since 2011 he's published 11 books, welcomed over 20M visitors to his website, and sold ov...
Episode 76 - Gym Intimidation & Getting Started
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks about being intimidated about going to the gym and the fear of being judge and what tools and steps you can use to overcome...
Episode 75 - Why
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks about the question 'why?' and how you should be asking this of yourself in regards to failed weightloss journeys, unsuccess...
Episode 74 - New Opportunities & Limiting Beliefs
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses his recent shift to a new training facility and the limiting belief he had before moving and what that meant. He talks...
Episode 73 - Anything is Possible with Charmaine Streeter
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with his client Charmaine who has recently competed in her first bodybuilding season. They discuss how Charmaine navigated ...
Episode 72 - The Power of Breathwork & The Wim Hof Method with Bec Edwards
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats to Breathwork and Wim Hof Instructor Bec Edwards about her Wim Hof training, her experiences on week long Wim Hof camp in S...
Episode 71 - Don't Believe Everything You See
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul goers into detail about the world of health and fitness on social; media and how you should believe everything you see from many ...
Episode 70 - Nutrition Basics with Kelly Greenslade
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul candidly chats with Kelly of UpYourself Training discussing the basics of nutrition. . They discuss many of the stigma in the ind...
Episode 69 - Unlocking the Technician with Travis Cochran
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with fellow Podcaster Travis Cochran from The Technician Podcast to discuss his story and path to happiness. A former Rugb...
Episode 68 - Changing Habits with Cyndi O'Meara
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats to Cyndi O'Meara of Changing Habits and The Nutrition Academy. They cover a vast range of topics in this insightful and pa...
Episode 67 - The Value of Client Check Ins
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details the client check-in process and how it is currently undervalued in the fitness industry and in order for client to achiev...
Episode 66 - All Things Meditation with Janoah Van Kekem of Mind Maverick
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with Janoah Van Kekem of Mind Maverick to discuss all things Meditation. . Janoah has a unique way to teach and coach medit...
Episode 65 - Grow Nourish Connect with Craig Hubbard of Shambhala Farm
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul is joined by Craig Hubbard of Shambhala Farm which is a farm near Noosa in Queensland that practises and educates sustainable org...
Episode 64 - New Life Outlook, Breathwork, Meditation and so much more with Jordan Potts
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sits down with Jordan Potts from Exalto Holistic Health Hub to discuss Jordan life, the adversity he has overcome and the massive...
Episode 63 - Finding your Motivation
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks about how to find your own motivation and that motivation is a choice. . He details how many of us don't prioritise our hea...
Episode 62 - Mental & Physical Strength after Surgery with Kelly & Emily
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul catches up with Kelly & Emily via zoom to discuss their recent surgeries and the post surgery struggles having not been able to t...
Episode 61 - The Many Benefits of Strength Training
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul dives deep into all the amazing benefits of strength training and how, by embracing strength training as a lifestyle, there is th...
Episode 60 - I Eat Healthy & Abs are Made in the Kitchen
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul explores the meaning of the statement 'I eat healthy' and what it actually means to the individual saying it. . He also talks abo...
Episode 59 - Weightloss Roundtable with Jay Acharya & Kerry Ashcroft
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul is joined by fellow coaches and professional athletes Jay Acharya and Kerry Ashcroft. . Both are very successful coaches in their...
Episode 58 - All Things Supplementation Volume 2 with Tim from NW
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with Tim from Nutrition Warehouse Kawana once again to discuss in more detail about some of the more trending supps availab...
Episode 57 - Natural Bodybuilding with Brandon Kempter
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul chats with one of Australia's best Bodybuilding coaches in Brandon Kempter of BK Conditioning to discuss many things natural body...
Episode 56 - Calm the F^*k Down!
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Paul talks about how society has become so much more angrier and impatient and how this is affecting our way of life and our mental h...
Episode 55 - Positivity, Perception & Pain
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Paul unpacks the need for a positive outlook when training and not think of training as a task, chore or punishment. . He talks about...
Episode 54 - Trainer vs Coach
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details the significant differences between a Trainer and a Coach in the Health and Fitness industry and what to look for when wh...
Episode 53 - Getting Ready for a Contest Prep
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses the importance of getting ready for a contest prep and how undergoing a pre-prep with a coach is the optimal way to ens...
Episode 52 - Identifying Progress
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details the various ways to measure progress on your health and fitness journey and how society currently remains fixated with th...
Episode 51 - A Kids Perspective on Health & Fitness
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sits down with 3 very special guests.....his 3 kids. . Tulsa (13), Mia (12) & Saxon (10) join the podcast to talk about their own...
Episode 50 - Beating Cancer with Rhonda Jansen
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you are ever going to listen to one podcast it is this one! . In this podcast Paul sits down with Rhonda Jansen who has an amazingly inspirational ...
Episode 49 - Interview with INFS about Careers in Fitness
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul is interviewed back in May 2020 by Founding Director of the Institute of Nutrition & Fitness Sciences (INFS) - Jyoti Dabas. . The...
Episode 48 - Don't Train Like a Pussy!
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses the concept of getting your current training regime audited and whether your current training is the reason your not se...
Episode 47 - Time Management & Prioritising Life with Kelly Greenslade
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Paul sits down with Kelly Greenslade of UpYourself Training once again to talk in detail about managing time while still prioritising...
Episode 46 - Is a Cheat Meal really worth it?
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul goes into detail about the terminology of a Cheat Meal and what it really means, where the term came from and what good evidence ...
Episode 45 - Training Enjoyment
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses the need for your training to be enjoyable. . If your chosen training is enjoyable then you are likely to stick with i...
Episode 44 - Less is More & More is Less
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses how the industry has lead us to believe that we need to train countless hours and we need to eat little calories to die...
Episode 43 - Changing a Mindset with Emily Keslake
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sites down with long term client Emily to talk about her mental transformation from a negative, angry individual to now a very po...
Episode 42 - All Things Powerlifting with Chris McGeary
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sits down with Chris McGeary from Komplete Fitness Coaching & Powerlifting to discuss the sport of Powerlifting. . They talk at l...
Episode 41 - Don't Eat Like a Dickhead!
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Paul talks about the quote he often uses in posts and that is 'Don't Eat Like a Dickhead'. . He details what this means in terms of re...
Episode 40 - Overcoming Adversity with Jake Haebich
06 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode Paul sits down with Jake Haebich who has recently overcome a very serious and traumatic motorcycle accident. . Jake talks about the ex...
Episode 39 - All Things Sports Nutrition with Alex Thomas
06 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sits down with Founder and Director of the Sports Nutrition Association Alex Thomas to discuss all things Sports Nutrition. . The...
Episode 38 - Fat is still Fat
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses Fat and how many people confuse good fats with bad fats however when tracking calories and losing weight, 'Fat is still...
Episode 37 - Training with Injuries
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul goes into details about how small injuries should not set back your training schedule and progress. He discusses how you can stil...
Episode 36 - Game Changers Panel Discussion - Connect Festival Goa, India - 2019 (Part 1)
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Paul provides the audio to the panel discussion he was apart of at the Connect Festival in India in 2019 talking about the recently r...
Episode 35 - CONNECT Fest'19 Goa India Fittr Paul Hooper Speech Its Never Too Late
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Paul has provided the audio to his speech from the Connect Festival in India in December 2019 where he was lucky enough to present hi...
Episode 34 - Developing Healthy Habits
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks in detail about his recently launched '8 Weeks of Healthy Habits' program and the 6 key principles behind this program and ...
Episode 33 - Contest Prep Recap & Starting a PT Business with Kelly Greenslade
07 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul is joined once again by Kelly Greenslade from Up Yourself Training to discuss her recent results and experience from last seasons...
Episode 32 - All Things Supplements with Tim from Nutrition Warehouse
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sits down with Tim from Nutrition Warehouse and discusses in detail about the supplement market and what beginners should look fo...
Episode 31 - Machine v Free Weights, Muscle Weight Gain & Soreness
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks about three topics that often get confused and interpreted incorrectly by the general pubic. 1. Machine vs Free Weights 2. ...
Episode 30 - Meal Plans v Calorie Tracking
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul goes into detail comparing Meal Plans against Calorie Tracking and the pros and cons for both options. Website: www.paulsbodyeng...
Episode 29 - Yes or No for Cardio
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks about his own professional views on the use of Cardio specifically for fat loss clients. He details the pros and cons of c...
Episode 28 - If Its Too Good To Be True
26 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details what to look for when identifying clever marketed food items that always advertise 'low carb', low sugar', no sugar'. Thi...
Episode 27 - Dieting into a Holiday
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details about why you shouldn't diet into a holiday and the ramifications of this process. He talks about strategies to approach...
Episode 26 - How Low is Too Low?
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul gives his professional opinion on all the very low calorie diets and what people should avoid when taking on a new diet, specific...
Episode 25 - Another Amazing Transformation with Krystal Armstrong
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sits down with Krystal-Dawn Armstrong, a client of his, who has lost a total of 57kg on her health and fitness journey. They cha...
Episode 24 - The Dark Art of Programming
30 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details the importance of a good gym program and why everyone who trains in a gym should have a customised, well developed gym pr...
Episode 23 - What is the Best Diet?
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses what the best diet is for fat loss and sustainability. Paul talks about how to establish what works best for you and th...
Episode 22 - No Excuses Here
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks about his business mantra 'No Excuses Here' and what that means to him and his clients and why he developed it. Excuses ca...
Episode 21 - Those Nasty Little Things Called Scales
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks at length about those nasty little buggers called the scales and how so many people wholly focus on the number that the sca...
Episode 20 - All things Bodybuilding with Stuart O'Brien from Natural Bodybuilding Australia
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sits down with Stuart O'Brien, a founding member of Natural Bodybuilding Australia (NBA) to discuss all things natural bodybuildi...
Episode 19 - How to stay motivated
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul discusses in detail his reasons for staying motivated on his health and fitness journey and how you can also employ these reasons...
Episode 18 - The Magical Terminology of 'Toning'
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks about the term 'toning' and how often he hears it in the industry and what it actually means. He details the correct term ...
Episode 17 - Basics of Reverse Dieting
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul details the basics of the Reverse Diet, how it works and what is required to ensure a sustainable weightloss period. The reverse...
Episode 16 - Interview with Jay Acharya ICN India President & Physique Pro
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul sits down with friend and current ICN India president Jay Acharya. Jay is a current Men's Physique Pro athlete, Director of Fitte...
Episode 15 - This Shit is Hard
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Paul talks about the reality of starting a health and fitness journey and how hard it can be but also details all the positives that c...