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Garage Built Athlete

Garage Built Athletewww.garagebuiltathlete.com
Matt & Will take on the important topics and catch up on the weeks events. Garage Built Athlete is dedicated to training from your home for life, sports, speed strength & skill Daily content available on Instagram and Facebook www.garagebuiltathlete.com
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Episodes

Recover Fast: 30-Min NSDR for Training Recovery

Unlock deeper recovery in just 30 minutes.This guided NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) session is designed specifically for athletes—CrossFitters, weightlifters, and garage gym grinders—looking to recover faster, reduce muscle tension, and boost nervous system reset post-workout.Whether you've just crushed a WOD or a heavy lifting session, this NSDR script helps you transition from intensity to restoration.🔔 Subscribe for more recovery tools, performance routines, and mindset sessions built for real ...

Jul 01, 202530 min

Recover Fast: 20-Min NSDR for Training Recovery

Unlock deeper recovery in just 20 minutes. This guided NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) session is designed specifically for athletes—CrossFitters, weightlifters, and garage gym grinders—looking to recover faster, reduce muscle tension, and boost nervous system reset post-workout. Whether you've just crushed a WOD or a heavy lifting session, this NSDR script helps you transition from intensity to restoration. 🔔 Subscribe for more recovery tools, performance routines, and mindset sessions built for re...

Jun 28, 202522 min

Recover Fast: 10-Min NSDR for Training Recovery

Unlock deeper recovery in just 10 minutes. This guided NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) session is designed specifically for athletes—CrossFitters, weightlifters, and garage gym grinders—looking to recover faster, reduce muscle tension, and boost nervous system reset post-workout. Whether you've just crushed a WOD or a heavy lifting session, this NSDR script helps you transition from intensity to restoration. 🔔 Subscribe for more recovery tools, performance routines, and mindset sessions built for re...

Jun 28, 202511 min

Season 2 Episode 8 - The Best Advice We Never Had : Life Lessons For Everyone

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 8 of the GBA Podcast! In this episode Matt & I talk about life lessons we would like to give to our 21 year old selves (not that we would have listened) This bumper episode also starts with an update on Matts recent Motocross accident and recovery. Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support me at no extra cost to you by using these links if you are interested in any of the products discussed. If you don't need anything right now, please ...

Apr 11, 20251 hr 38 min

Season 2 Episode 7 - How Will Improved In CrossFit (And How You Can Too)

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 7 of the GBA Podcast! In this episode Matt & I talk about my progress in the CrossFit open over the past 5 years, strategy and insight to go from the bottom 22% to the top 16%.Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support me at no extra cost to you by using these links if you are interested in any of the products discussed. If you don't need anything right now, please like, share with a friend and subscribe to the channel. You have no idea ...

Mar 28, 20251 hr

Season 2 Episode 6 - How We Came Back From Big Injuries

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 6 of the GBA Podcast!In this episode Matt & I talk about our approach to recovery following injury. Including timescales to fully functional (ash) mindset when injury happens, top tips for taking the first steps, how to build momentum and stay focused.WARNING INJURY DETAIL DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE!Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support us at no extra cost to you by using these links if you are interested in any of the products or se...

Mar 14, 20251 hr 14 min

Season 2 Episode 5 - Supplements - What We've Learned From Years of Training.

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 5 of the GBA Podcast!In this episode Matt & I talk about what supplements we take and why!Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support me at no extra cost to you by using these links if you are interested in any of the products discussed. If you don't need anything right now, please like, share with a friend and subscribe to the channel. You have no idea how much of a difference it can make.Thanks for being part of the Garage Built Athlete...

Feb 28, 202540 min

Season 2 Episode 4 - How We Got Shredded In Our 40s (and how you can too)

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 4 of the GBA Podcast!In this episode Matt & I talk about our approach to getting lean in our 40s. We went about it in different ways and achieved incredible results. Join us as we navigate the topic with the usual grace of chimps smashing open nuts. Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support me at no extra cost to you by using these links if you are interested in any of the products discussed. If you don't need anything right now, please...

Feb 22, 20251 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Season 2 Episode 3 - How To Win The Day Before You Start Work.

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 3 of the GBA Podcast! In this episode Matt & I talk about our morning routines, what they are, why we have them, how important they can be to start stacking up wins and getting things done. Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support me at no extra cost to you by using these links if you are interested in any of the products discussed. If you don't need anything right now, please like, share with a friend and subscribe to the channel. You...

Feb 15, 20251 hr 12 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Season 2 Episode 2 - Guide to Gratitude Journals

Its happening! Season 2 Episode 2 of the GBA Podcast is here!In this episode Matt updates us on his nutrition, training and weight loss challenge. Then asks Will all about journalling, the what, why & how of this daily gratitude practice that has made a big difference to Wills general mood, outlook and approach to life.Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support me at no extra cost to you by using these links if you are interested in any of the products discussed. I...

Feb 08, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Season 2 Episode 1 - How to Get Lean & Stay Lean All Year

We are back for Season 2 of the GBA Podcast!In this episode Matt talks us through his latest crashy crashy, consider this a companion episode to our latest video on getting (and staying) lean. Matt talks about his current efforts, tactics and lessons from shredding off his fluffy and unhelpful mass.Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support me at no extra cost to you by using these links if you are interested in any of the products discussed. If you don't need anything...

Feb 01, 20251 hr 10 minSeason 2Ep. 1

How to Get Lean in 8 Weeks ... & Stay Lean All Year

Will gives you all the info you need if you are looking to get lean and stay lean. With a breakdown of training, tracking calories and a key points to give you the best chance of reaching your fitness and physique goals. Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support me at no extra cost to you by using these links if you are interested in any of the products discussed. If you don't need anything right now, please like, share with a friend and subscribe to the channel. You ...

Jan 28, 202520 min

Training Buddy - Pilot Episode

Join me for a training session at GBA HQ - This is a pilot episode to get some feedback on this type of content for the channel. Please let me know what you think in the comments below. The audio in this video isn't great, next time will be better, I'm learning every time! I wanted to get this out to get your feedback, progress is better than perfection - Lets MF'ing Go! Links to everything mentioned in the video are below. You can support me at no extra cost to you by using these links if you a...

Jan 26, 202528 min

A Chat with Matt - Austria Edition

Will & Matt hiked up the Schlenken peak in Austria to scatter their dad's ashes. Before doing that, they found a bench, ate some schnitzel and had a chat. Enjoy!

Jul 19, 202423 min

GBA Podcast Special: A Chat with Matt

Matt flew over for a family thing, we managed to secure a morning to train and catch up. This is that chat. Get your GBA apparel: www.garagebuiltathlete.com 🧊🛁 Get your Ice Bath using this link https://www.nurecover.com/discount/GA... Code "GARAGEBUILT" at the checkout for your GBA discount on anything on the site. 🏋️‍♀️🤸‍♂️💪Get your CrossFit gear: https://reyllen.com/?ref=L5RQhU0UMffDSo USE CODE: "GBA" AT THE CHECKOUT 🌱⚗️Get £10 off your order at Healf! https://snwbl.io/healf/WILLIAM77039...

May 21, 202449 min

Episode 33 - Post Comp Analysis

Matt wins some racing and no parts of his body fall off. Will gives a post suffolk games breakdown and shares the lessons from his first in person CrossFit competition outside of the box. In which neither Matt or Will can see eye to eye on a gymnastic grips debate and get a bit raspy! Thanks for tuning in, if you enjoyed the content please do like and subscribe. For daily content check out @garagebuiltathlete on Instagram & Facebook. For merch head over to www.garagebuiltathlete.com

Nov 16, 202147 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Episode 32 - Road to the Suffolk Games

Short & Sweet this week, Will is competing short notice at the suffolk games & runs through the workouts ahead of the comp, Matts conditioning sessions are coming together and he's enjoying the process. We tie off the David Goggins conversation in the final part of the ongoing series - mainly because Will finished listening to the audiobook and has forgotten 90% of it but the stuff that stuck is all good. Thanks for watching/listening - please do like & subscribe if you enjoyed the p...

Nov 11, 202139 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Episode 31 - Unlock Your Potential

Part 2 of the David Goggins conversation. Will & Matt discuss doing things you don't want to do when you don't want to do them to improve yourself. Real life examples of reducing negative thought to enhance performance. What to do when training worri s you and how to manage your mindset when your outlook and expectations of training change Also on the podcast this week, Skoda boot repairs and getting bent over by dealerships, new phones & new beanies. For daily content check out @garageb...

Nov 03, 20211 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Episode 30 - Lift Run Recover Repeat

We are on a roll with training talk this week. Will completed a CrossFit Girl Wod marathon and now can't move without crying. Matt completed a tandem paragliding flight and sprinted more than his little legs could handle. Part 1 of ... we aren't sure, but we spoke a bit about David Goggins, Taking Souls and fight or flight response. For daily content check out @garagebuiltathlete.com on instagram & facebook. For merch head over to www.garagebuiltathlete.com If you are new to the channel and ...

Oct 27, 20211 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Episode 29 - Let's Talk Training

This week is all about training, yes that's right a podcast about training where we actually talk about training - for the full hour. Wonders will never cease. Weightlifting, Slacklining, Conditioning, Sprints, butterfly pull-ups & disgusting erg/burpee workouts are all part of this weeks Garage Built offering. For daily content head over to @Garagebuiltathlete on instagram & facebook. For merch check out www.garagebuiltathlete.com Thanks for your support, please remember to like and sub...

Oct 19, 202158 min

Episode 28 - Train Your Chimp Brain

The boys turn pro this week and ask you to like, follow & subscribe at the start of the podcast - it only took 28 weeks so that's progress. Wills got another tale of a terrible coffee, where to get great street food in North Norfolk, recaps the Mammoth Power push pull comp we sponsored, he's got over the training hump & belts out a tune. Matt has read chimp paradox again and gives as the abridged version, has learned how to focus more effectively and improved his sprint training.

Oct 13, 20211 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Episode 27 - Mountaineering Matt

Matt has been having a complete week of rest - apart from climbing a mountain with a mashed up thumb. Social media, focus & milka spread binging makes up the rest of his week. Will has pulled his Lat and it having a training crisis, he invents the WWBTHBT (listen to find out) & smokes a few CrossFit workouts. If you enjoyed this episode leave us a like and if you havent already please subscribe to the channel For daily content head over to @garagebuiltathlete on instagram & facebook....

Oct 06, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Episode 26 - Accidents Happen

Matt has smashed himself in again and tells us the story of how it happened, the trip to the hospital and initial thoughts on training around the injury. Will has been missing his numbers this week with all the excuses under the sun & gives his own unique (doesn't know what he's talking about) view on Petrol Panic Buying, Intermittent fasting & a drop in at Soak Fitness. For daily content head over to @garagebuiltathlete on instagram & facebook. For merch visit www.garagebuiltathlete...

Sep 30, 202140 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Episode 25 - Talking Sh*t

Matts been listening to podcasts, watching youtube and fixing bikes this week. Will has been weeding designs til his eyes won't open, wearing the sh*t out of his mint hoodie and smashing his face off gym bars. Remember to like and subscribe for that hit of dopamine to your lizard brain. Head over to www.garagebuiltathlete.com for merchandise & check out @garagebuiltathlete on instagram & facebook for daily content.

Sep 20, 202154 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Episode 24 - When Squats Go Bad

Will hits some of his biggest numbers in 1s week, goes clay pigeon shooting and has a dicky shoulder issue. Matt hasn't ridden for a week as his bikes are all a bit trashy, which means he has actually trained consistently ... apart from a calf pull on a run! If you havent done already please subscribe for regular content & remember to leave us a like if you enjoyed the show. Head over to www.garagebuiltathlete.com for merch, daily content is available on instagram & facebook @garagebuilt...

Sep 13, 20211 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Episode 23 - Out Of My Skull

A bumper week on the podcast, we talk about wobbling on a diet and what we do when we get tempted to fall off the wagon. Wills been to The European Championships, cheering on the athletes and admiring Dimitri Klokov. Using 'To Do" lists to get stuff "To Done" & finally got his sugar skull design on a T! Matt had a very rich man hammer his head and tell him not to train. Find out all about it in this weeks episode! Visit www.garagebuiltathlete.com to get your merch and head over to facebook &...

Sep 05, 20211 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Episode 22 - GBA Don't Pay

Matts gone all space age with his Mars goggles, breaks more bikes, freshly back from his trip to the UK and STILL hitting juggernaut hypertrophy. Will went to the suffolk games, makes up stats about coffee machines, pretends to know what's going on in the world of boxing and looks like he's not slept in a month! For daily content check out @garagebuiltathlete on Instagram & Facebook. For merch head over to www.garagebuiltathlete.com If you enjoy the content leave us a like and remember to su...

Aug 29, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Episode 21 - Play it Cool

Matt gets cool, tells us about the bike that broke, river surfing, being tired & some scary juggernaut sessions on the books! Will experienced both ends of the scale of car washing, negotiated a refund on the heat press & made some awesome team t shirts. For daily content check out @garagebuiltathlete on instagram & facebook. For merch head over to www.garagebuiltathlete.com Remember to like if you enjoyed the content & subscribe to the channel for more!

Aug 21, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Episode 20 - All About Angles

Will doesn't let Matt get a word in, the heat press goes bang, failure rates of our merch, the CrossFit comp, diet update, training, getting the little stuff done to help the big stuff are all topics on this weeks podcast. For daily content check out @garagebuiltathlete on instagram & facebook. 1For merchandise head over to www.garagebuiltathlete.com Please show us your support if you enjoy the content, leave us a like, a comment and remember to subscribe to keep up to date.

Aug 15, 20211 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Episode 19 - Its A Big One

We've got a bumper episode this week covering Paralympics & Olympics, Diet/Mindset/Discipline, Competition Prep, Conditioning for motor sports, custom colours from the GBA crew, explosive hummus and more! We enjoyed it so much we kept going! We hope you enjoy it too, if you do please give us a like and subscribe! For daily content check out @garagebuiltathlete on instagram & facebook. For merch head over to www.garagebuiltathlete.com or drop us a message for custom built gear....

Aug 07, 20211 hr 36 minSeason 1Ep. 19
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