WNBF UK PODCAST

by WNBF UK Officials

Season 2023

2023 Epi 19 - WNBF UK 2022 Worlds Team, Passing the torch!

In Episode 19, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we have a very special episode. We welcome our 2022 Worlds Team onto the podcast to share their experience and advice for Sundays Supernaturals competitors. Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex presents the voices of the 2022 team: James Alabaster - 2022 Junior Bodybuilding British Champion Zoe Leeming-Watts - 2022 Womens Bodybuilding Pro World Champion Jack Thorburn - 2022 Mens Medium British Champion Kim Valente - 2022 Fitbody British Champion & WNBF Pro Chelsea Doherty - WNBF Fitbody Pro & 2021 Fitbody British Champion Max Melchard - 2022 Mens Overall Bodybuilding British Champion & WNBF Pro Brad 'B-rad' Taylor - 2022 Team GB Athlete & Mens Physique Competitor Stuart Mcculloch - WNBF Pro Bodybuilder Charlie Brisbourne - 2022 Mens Physique Overall World Champion & WNBF Pro Laine Carina - 2022 Bikini Medium British Champion David Langsdale - 2022 Mens Physique World Champion & WNBF Pro Louise Craner - 2022 Masters Figure 2nd Place Champion and,.. Sarah Glanville - 2022 Bikini Small British Champion Thank you to all of our 2022 Worlds team who contributed towards todays episode! The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E19

Oct 20, 2023

18:54

2023 Epi 18 - WNBF MP Pro Josh Croggon, Raising the profile of British Natural Mens Physique!

In Episode 18, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we chat with our very first Mens Physique Pro, crowned at the first Supernaturals in 2021 - Josh Croggon! Josh is making his return to stage after an 18mth off season. Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex deep dives into: Update from `Josh since he last appeared on the WNBF UK Podcast in Series 1. Managing a long off season & the time away from stage. How this prep has compared to Josh's previous preps? Recap on his first show back this season with an untested federation. Handling the mental pressure of returning to stage as a champion. Josh's plans for the rest of his season. The impact Josh has had on British Natural Mens Physique. Advice & insider tips would you have for our competitors as one of our WNBF UK Judges. The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E18

Oct 13, 2023

41:11

2023 Epi 17 - WNBF Pro Karl Taylor & 2022 WNBF Worlds Athlete Anthony Taylor, A chat with the Taylor Brothers!

In Episode 17, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we sit down with two incredible natural competitors - the Taylor Brothers! Karl is a WNBF Pro, who won his Pro Card at Worlds in 2022. Anthony is our 2021 Supernaturals British Champion & 2022 Worlds Athlete. This was a fantastic chat about all things the Taylor Brothers journey and their passion for Natural Bodybuilding! Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex deep dives into: How the brothers found Natural Bodybuilding Their relationship and how this pushes them in the sport Their competitive journeys The pressure in gyms & community to use PEDs Their passion for Natural sport and being an inspiration to the younger generation Their 2022 season The WNBF Worlds experience What their competitive plans are this year Advice for our Supernaturals competitors The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E17

Oct 6, 2023

54:42

2023 Epi 16 - Kim Valente WNBF Fitbody Pro, A fearless conversation - competitive spirit, owning your energy & the menopause!

In Episode 16, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we sit down with our very own 2022 Supernaturals Fitbody British Champion & WNBF Fitbody Pro - Kim Valente. This is a very powerful and open conversation about life as a masters female athlete, discussing everything from competitive spirit, to owning your energy & the menopause. Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex deep dives into: Kim's journey into bodybuilding How Kims training changed transitioning from track & field to bodybuilding The challenges that face hybrid athletes The ways Kim's competitive athletics & bodybuilding compliment each other Competitive spirit and what that means to Kim How the menopause affected Kim's life & training Advice for all women in relation to the menopause and being an athlete How Kim manages her own training, being a mother & a coach Kim's experience as one of our WNBF UK Drug Testers Her competitive plans for the future The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E16

Sep 22, 2023

48:14

2023 Epi 15 - Stuart Love WNBF UK Commercial Director, Running an athlete lead federation!

In Episode 15, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we sit down with the one and only Stuart Love, WNBF UK Commercial Director and our Stage Manager every show day. This is a really insightful chat into the vision & work that has gone into building the WNBF UK over the past 3 years. Stuart, alongside Steff & Andy, has been intergral to making the WNBF UK what it is today. His unique perspective into what it takes to run an athlete lead federation makes for an incredible episode. Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex deep dives into: An introduction to Stuart and his role behind the scenes with the WNBF UK How Stu became involved in the WNBF UK The vision & work that has gone into creating the WNBF UK and running the federation over the past.3 years Stuart's passion & why for running an athlete lead federation What it actually takes to run a Bodybuilding show from a backstage perspective The evolution of the shows & federation since 2021 What the future looks like for the WNBF UK The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E15

Aug 25, 2023

57:15

2023 Epi 14 - James Alabaster WNBF UK Juniors British Champion, Mindset behind the Level Up!

In Episode 14, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we spend an hour with our WNBF UK Junior British Champion & Worlds Athlete - James Alabaster. We have a great chat about James' journey into bodybuilding & the mindset behind the level up from Teens, to Juniors, to Open Mens at a Worlds level and beyond. Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex deep dives into: Recap of the WNBF UK First Timers Novice Championships from James' perspective. James' story finding Natural Bodybuilding as a sport. James' rehab from injury in 2022, and how this impacted his mindset in return to stage. James' competing history, from his first show as a Teen through to his 2022 British champion winning season amd Worlds experience. James experience at Worlds in LA, stepping into the Mens Open middleweight class. James' mindset navigating the pressure of returning to stage as a champion James' competitive plans for 2024. The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E14

Aug 11, 2023

57:44

2023 Epi 13 - WNBF Pro Dave Langsdale, FTs Novice Championship recap & plans for Pro Debut Season!

In Episode 13, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we have a great chat with WNBF Pro David Langsdale, recapping the First Timers Novice Championship & talking about Dave's plans for his Pro Debut season. Dave won his Pro Card at LA Worlds last year, and is passionate about showcasing the opportunities available within Natural Mens Physique and supporting competitors as they go through their own journey in the sport. Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex deep dives into:Recap of the WNBF UK First Timers Novice Championships Dave & Sarah's experience presenting the First Timers show Dave's competing history, from his first show in 2014 through to his 2022 Pro Card winning season Daves experience at Worlds in LA, achieving goals he set for himself Dave's mindset coming into his Pro Debut season Dave's competitive plans for 2023 Passion for building community within the sport of natural bodybuilding, and showcasing the opportunities for natural competitors. The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E13

Jul 28, 2023

34:50

2023 Epi 12 - First Timer & Novice Advice Wrap Up!

In Episode 12, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we spend time looking back across the 2023 podcast season and pull together the advice of our athletes for our First Timer & Novice competitors ahead of Sundays Championship. Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex talks us through the top 7 bits of advice from the team and deep dives into: HAVING A CLEAR PLAN FOR SHOW DAY ENJOYING SHOW DAY AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE & TAKE PICTURES ONE LAST LOOK AT THE POSING CRITERIA, PRESENTATION IS SO IMPORTANT CHECK OUT WADA CODE TAKE THE CHANCE TO GET TO KNOW PEOPLE MINDSET MATTERS A big thanks to Steve Hall, Jack Thorburn, Tash Williams, Charlie Brisbourne, Dave Taylor & Ian Gunster for their input on this episode! The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E12

Jul 14, 2023

38:48

2023 Epi 11 - Steve Hall, WNBF UK Judge, Judging & giving back to Natural Bodybuilding!

In Episode 11, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we spend time with Steve Hall, WNBF UK Judge & Athlete. Steve is a huge name in the Natural Bodybuilding community, and through his own coaching business & podcast Revive Stronger, he has become a well respected figure in the sport. After a number of years competing with the WNBF UK, Steve stepped up into our judging panel in 2022 for both the First Timers Championships & Supernaturals events. Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex deep dives into: Steve's competitive background & the Revive Stronger podcast Steve's journey with the WNBF UK `How he became part of the Judging panel in 2022 `Opportunities with the WNBF UK, on stage & off What training & continuous development the Judging team take on with the WNBF UK The judging criteria for Male & Female Bodybuilding, Figure & Fitbody classes The judging criteria in Men's Physique & Bikini Classes Steve's advice for First Timers & Novice athletes preparing for July's show The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E11

Jun 30, 2023

34:46

2023 Epi 10 - Rebecca Get Flawless, WNBF UK Official Stylists, Make-Up & Hair Need To Know!

In Episode 10, Season 2 of the WNBF UK Podcast we talk with Rebecca who leads & manages Get Flawless - the WNBF UK Official Stylist team. Our host WNBF Athlete Sarah Glanville @sarahglanvillex deep dives into: How Rebecca got into styling at bodybuilding shows How she started Get Flawless the official styling team for WNBF UK The team of incredible stylists that work for her at Get Flawless How to pick your show day look How to book in for Get Flawless Make-Up & Hair styling Show day morning, how to fit in tan, make-up & hair styling The aim of our podcast is to motivate and inspire others through the knowledge and first hand experience of those who have competed naturally with WNBF and other natural federations to showcase unity, possibility & real life stories.We have an awesome schedule of guests from athletes, coaches, health specialists, educational professionals, and more joining us to discuss multiple topics over the coming weeks.For full breakdown of all classes and criteria please see your division on the website here http://www.wnbfuk.comFor Posing and Stage presentation sessions and WNBF UK Posing workshops contact Andrew Chappell or Steff Noble at info@wnbfuk.comAny questions ask in our competitor community group on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/wnbfu...JOIN US, TO BECOME A MEMBER AND TO SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTS CLICK HERE

S2023 · E10

Jun 16, 2023

19:32

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