Dr Michael Boquest is a Melbourne based anaesthetist. He joins us on the FightFit Podcast to discuss some of the issues we are facing due to the COVID-19 crisis. The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: 🔸 YouTube 🔸 Spotify 🔸 iTunes 🔸 Google Podcasts 🔸 Breaker 🔸 Anchor 🔸 Pocket Casts 🔸 RadioPublic Be sure to follow us on Facebook for the a new podcast with a new guest every Monday at 6pm. 🥊 Facebook @FightFitBoxingCentre + @fightfitpodcast 🥊 Instagram @FightFitBoxin...
Mar 23, 2020•38 min•Ep. 57
This week on the FightFit Podcast, we were joined by Peter Hatton. Peter is the owner of @FightersXpress and has a great stable of fighters that includes current UFC welterweight star, Jake ‘The Celtic Kid’ Matthews. Furthermore, he is a very popular figure in Australian martial arts who is always looking to develop the sport within the country. The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: 🔸 YouTube 🔸 Spotify 🔸 iTunes 🔸 Google Podcasts 🔸 Breaker 🔸 Anchor 🔸 Pocket Casts 🔸...
Mar 16, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 56
This week on the FightFit Podcast we were joined by Neil Sjostrom. Neil is the founder of ‘Functional Therapies,’ which operates out of FightFit South Melbourne and will now be operating out of Collingwood too. Neil is an expert in performance, recovery and getting the best out of your training with the least amount of damage. The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: 🔸 YouTube 🔸 Spotify 🔸 iTunes 🔸 Google Podcasts 🔸 Breaker 🔸 Anchor 🔸 Pocket Casts 🔸 RadioPublic Be sur...
Mar 09, 2020•47 min•Ep. 55
This week on the podcast, we were joined by Australian champion kickboxer Nasar Kassab. Nasar has been competing and winning titles in Kyokushin since nearly age before moving into kickboxing. He has been training under FightFit's very own @Nick Kara for 2 years now and is undefeated in that time, acquiring 2 Australian titles. At just 20 years old, Nasar is one of Australia's brightest young prospects and looks to have a bright future ahead on the International stage. The FightFit Podcast is av...
Mar 02, 2020•38 min•Ep. 54
In the 53rd episode of the FightFit Podcast, we were joined for a third time by Mark Derrick. Mark is a strength and condition expert who currently putting the final touches on ‘MD Strength Centre,’ which is located at our South Melbourne facility. This new facility will provide a bigger and better experience for Mark’s clients to take their training to a whole new level under Mark’s expert guidance. Furthermore, out host Jake has agreed to stick to a program that Mark has created form over the ...
Feb 23, 2020•52 min•Ep. 53
If you’ve ever wanted to know how auctions really work, tune in to this week’s podcast and we’ll get leading auctioneer Andy Reid to spill all the secrets! The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: 🔸 YouTube 🔸 Spotify 🔸 iTunes 🔸 Google Podcasts 🔸 Breaker 🔸 Anchor 🔸 Pocket Casts 🔸 RadioPublic Be sure to follow us on Facebook for the a new podcast with a new guest every Sunday at 6pm. 🥊 Facebook @FightFit Boxing Centre 🥊 Instagram @FightFitBoxing Thank you to our spon...
Feb 16, 2020•51 min•Ep. 52
This is the best podcast Jake has done with Nick - Jake described it with only the fire emoji when he texted Bash about it. 🔥🔥🔥 Instead of writing up a long post about it, we suggest you just listen to the podcast and abuse Jake if you disagree with his use of emojis! The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: 🔸 YouTube 🔸 Spotify 🔸 iTunes 🔸 Google Podcasts 🔸 Breaker 🔸 Anchor 🔸 Pocket Casts 🔸 RadioPublic Be sure to follow us on Facebook for the a new podcast with a n...
Feb 09, 2020•58 min•Ep. 51
They don't call him Kayne "Superman" Clarke for nothing - this man is a beast and also very handsome! Bash did a conditioning session with him and barely got through. Kayne trains like he fights, smart, focused and with off the charts fitness. He has been guided by our very own Christian Ennor and fights both as a boxer and kickboxer. He has an undefeated record in Kickboxing, with 15-0 and has titles as a 2 x Australian Kickboxing Champion and Australasian Champion. His boxing record isn't too ...
Feb 02, 2020•41 min•Ep. 50
Faisal Fayad had his first fight within a week and a half of walking into the gym - it is such a great example of this man's fearlessness, tenacity and drive. His next fight was 3 months later after taking the time to learn how to box. While Faisal has a calm, cool and collected demeanour in everyday life (he's a dedicated family man and a complete gentleman) - make no mistake, he was actually Faisal "Too Fast, Too Furious" Fayad inside the ring. He went on to win Victorian and Australian kickbo...
Jan 26, 2020•29 min•Ep. 49
Shek Sinha is the more handsome of the two Sinha brothers and also lost to Bash when they fought at the end of last year. Shek's also one of the founder's of FITkids which will be launching at FightFit Collingwood on February 29th. Shek worked as a primary school teacher for a number of years and you can see his knowledge, passion and commitment to FITkids in the way he works with the kids. Tune in to see how handsome he is and what FITkids is all about! The FightFit Podcast is available on the ...
Jan 19, 2020•43 min•Ep. 48
Jordan Ballerini is one of the new crop of commentators coming up through Australian combat sports. He's got a fresh approach, deep statistical knowledge and has followed his passion - which can be difficult to do sometimes! Checkout his podcast with Jake. The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: - YouTube - Spotify - iTunes - Google Podcasts - Breaker - Anchor - Pocket Casts - RadioPublic Be sure to follow us on Facebook for the a new podcast with a new guest every Sunday a...
Jan 15, 2020•47 min•Ep. 47
If you haven't seen him fight live or watched him on YouTube you should! This man is entertaining to watch, technical and well on the way to having an amazing career in boxing. Checkout the podcast with Eman and Jake. The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: - YouTube - Spotify - iTunes - Google Podcasts - Breaker - Anchor - Pocket Casts - RadioPublic Be sure to follow us on Facebook for the a new podcast with a new guest every Sunday at 6pm. - Facebook @FightFit Boxing Cent...
Jan 05, 2020•22 min•Ep. 46
FightFitters, this was the most popular episode of 2019! Thanks so much for your support this year, we hope you have a great holiday break and we'll see you in 2020 fighting fit for another year! The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: - YouTube - Spotify - iTunes - Google Podcasts - Breaker - Anchor - Pocket Casts - RadioPublic Be sure to follow us on Facebook for the a new podcast with a new guest every Sunday at 6pm. - Facebook @FightFit Boxing Centre - Instagram @FightF...
Dec 29, 2019•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, we catch up again with Michelle Reeves. Michelle has been helping people improve their diet for a long time and works across a with a wide spectrum of customers - from everyday people through to high performing athletes. Jake fought on the recent FightFit Challenge and utilised her services - he said he had never felt better when he trained and fought! Check it out! The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: - YouTube - Spotify - iTunes - Google Podcasts - Bre...
Dec 16, 2019•50 min•Ep. 45
In the 44th episode of the 'FightFit Podcast.' we were joined by Kitt 'Killer' Campbell. Kitt is a professional MMA fighter who trains under Tosca Petridis. With a current record of 10-4, he is one of the most feared stand up fighters in the country and hopes to compete in the UFC in the future. Moreover, he will be competing in the biggest fight of his career this Friday the 13th of December against American fighter JJ Ambrose as part of the 'HEX Fight Series. The FightFit Podcast is available ...
Dec 11, 2019•35 min•Ep. 44
In the 43rd episode of the 'FightFit Podcast,' we were joined by the 'Filipino Flash,' River Daz. River Daz is a professional kick boxer who currently fights for 'Glory Kickboxing' in the featherweight division. With an undefeated record of 26 wins and one draw, River is certainly one of Australia's most exciting combat sports prospects. Furthermore, Daz is coached by the great @Mark Hammer Castagnini out of Hammer's gym. River will be fighting this Saturday the 7th of December in an epic 4 man ...
Dec 03, 2019•59 min•Ep. 43
This week on the FightFit Podcast, we chatted to Harry Garside. Harry is a 6x Australian amateur boxing champion and was a gold medallist at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Furthermore, Harry is currently in the process of qualifying for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, where he hopes to again win gold. On another note, it has been a tragic week for boxing with the untimely passing of Dwight Ritchie. @teamellisboxing have set up a go fund me for his partner and 3 children. Please support the cause by ...
Nov 26, 2019•53 min•Ep. 42
In the 41st episode of the ‘FightFit Podcast,’ we were joined by Australian boxer Jayde Mitchell. Jayde is the current WBA, WBC and IBF regional champion and will be fighting former Russian world champion Stanislav Kashtanov this Saturday the 23rd of November. Jayde has fought through and overcome much adversity in his life in order to get to where he is today and is a very inspiring individual. Furthermore, he hopes to keep on building on his current 14 fight winning streak and earn himself a w...
Nov 19, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 41
In the 40th episode of the FightFit Podcast, we chatted to Enrique Sicurella! Enrique is one of the directors of @ccminsurancegroup, an award winning specialist brokerage firm. He is a contender and sponsor of the FightFit Challenge. As both Enrique and our host Jake are competing in the upcoming FightFit Challenge, they will be chatting all about their experiences so far. On another note, it has been a tragic week for boxing with the untimely passing of Dwight Ritchie. @teamellisboxing have set...
Nov 14, 2019•21 min
In the 39th episode of the 'FightFit Podcast', we chatted to UFC fighter Jimmy Crute. Jimmy is one of Australia's most promising young mixed martial arts talents, having already accumulated an impressive record of 10-1 with a UFC record of 2-1 at just 23 years old. Jimmy also boasts an incredible team around him, training under head coach and Australian kickboxing legend Sam Greco. He also trains with other Australian UFC talent such as Jake Matthews and Ben Sosoli amongst others at resilience t...
Nov 04, 2019•35 min•Ep. 39
In the 38th episode of the ‘FightFit Podcast,’ we chatted to Michelle Reeves. Michelle is an expert nutritionist who works with a wide range of clients from all walks of life in helping them to achieve their goals in a sustainable and healthy way. Michelle specialises in fighter’s nutrition and works with the likes of Sam Greco and Jimmy Crute. She is also mentoring our podcast host Jake through his 8 week FightFit Challenge campaign and beyond, which after just 2 weeks has already started to yi...
Oct 29, 2019•53 min•Ep. 38
In the 37th episode of the FightFit Podcast, we chatted to 'Sugar' Kane Watts. Kane is an Australian cruiserweight boxer with a professional record of 21-3. Kane is currently training to go over to Paris to fight for the World Boxing Association World Cruiserweight Title in what will be the biggest fight of his career to date. He will be fighting against undefeated French fighter Arsen Goulamarian. The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: - YouTube - Spotify - iTunes - Googl...
Oct 22, 2019•28 min•Ep. 37
In the 36th episode of the FightFit Podcast, we chatted to Jake Ellis. Jake is the son of former world champion Lester Ellis and is the youngest boxing promoter in Australia for Team Ellis. This Friday night, Jake and the rest of Team Ellis will be coordinating another great event - ‘Once Upon a Time at the Melbourne Pavilion.’ The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: - YouTube - Spotify - iTunes - Google Podcasts - Breaker - Anchor - Pocket Casts - RadioPublic Be sure to fo...
Oct 15, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 36
Episode 35 of the FightFit Podcast saw us welcome our very own Troy Bullock. Troy is a trainer at FightFit and will be fighting this Friday night as part of the Team Ellis promotion, 'Once Upon a Time at the Melbourne Pavilion.' The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: - YouTube - Spotify - iTunes - Google Podcasts - Breaker - Anchor - Pocket Casts - RadioPublic Be sure to follow us on Facebook for the a new podcast with a new guest every Monday at 7pm. - Facebook @FightFit ...
Oct 14, 2019•30 min•Ep. 35
In the 34th episode of the FightFit Podcast, we talked to Craig Jackson. Craig talks about his incredible experiences growing up in South Africa during the Apartheid regime and what it was like being a professional swimmer in those times. He details the experience of being excluded from the international stage due to South Africa’s Olympic ban, before eventually representing the country when they were allowed back on the international stage at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. Craig is now the high p...
Oct 08, 2019•39 min•Ep. 34
Part 3 of the FightFit 'Fight week podcast special', we welcomed Nick Kara back to the podcast. Nick was the striking coach on the ‘Ultimate Fighter Smashes’ series, where he trained Robert Whittaker. Tune in for more great stories and his expert opinion on how he thinks the main bouts on UFC 243 and other big cards might go down! Furthermore, Nick has some big news about FightFit!!!! The FightFit Podcast is available on the following platforms: - YouTube - Spotify - iTunes - Google Podcasts - B...
Oct 03, 2019•45 min•Ep. 33
In the second episode of our Fight week special on the FightFit Podcast, we were lucky enough to be joined by Sam Greco Having been trained by our very own leader and fight guru Paul Fyfield, Sam was a super-heavyweight K-1 superstar and world champion kickboxer during his career. Since then, he has also gone on to achieve greatness outside of the ring. He is also currently head trainer of UFC light heavyweight Jimmy Crute amongst others. Furthermore, Sam is also the founder of the 'I am a Fight...
Sep 30, 2019•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 32
In the first part of our 3 episode special to celebrate warriors way and UFC 243 fight week, we chatted to Mark Hammer Castagnini. A former World Kickboxing Association Australian Champion, Hammer has gone on to have just as much success outside of the ring. He is the owner and head trainer at his very own ‘Hammers gym’, where he is producing some of Australia’s finest talent, and even had his own tv show on fox sports called ‘Hammer Time.’ Hammer also runs 'Warriors Way,' a kickboxing and Muay ...
Sep 29, 2019•47 min•Ep. 31
In the 30th episode of the FightFit Podcast, we were joined by one of Australia’s biggest and best boxing promoters, Brian Amatruda. Brian is a director of Australian boxing promotion, ‘Big Time Boxing’, and also owns the Melbourne Pavilion, which is home to some of the best combat sports events that Australia has to offer. The FightFit Podcast is also available on audio platforms including: - YouTube - Spotify - iTunes - Google Podcasts - Breaker - Anchor - Pocket Casts - RadioPublic Be sure to...
Sep 23, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 30
In the 29th episode of the FightFit Podcast, we were joined by Melbourne based promoter, John Scida. Having trained for many years under the guidance of Bob Jones and Richard Norton, John would go on to achieve a fifth degree black belt in Zen Do Kai. He also trained and competed in kickboxing and karate over the years and shares many stories about these experiences during the podcast. John has also trained many champions over the years, and goes into detail about some of the fighters he has wor...
Sep 23, 2019•47 min•Ep. 29
