The Business Athlete Show

The Business Athlete Show is a weekly podcast for high-performing professionals and business owners who want to improve their physique, energy, and confidence — and perform in life and business like an athlete.Hosted by Adrian McDonnell, founder of McLifestyle Fitness, the show gives you evidence-based training, nutrition, and mindset strategies designed for busy schedules.Our mission is simple: help you optimise your body composition, improve your health, change your identity and create a body and lifestyle you’re proud of.To stay connected follow me on IG: Adrian_mclifestylefitness

The Business Athlete Show is a health podcast hosted by Adrian McDonnell, with 229 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Adrian McDonnell hosts The Business Athlete Show, a health show with 229 episodes published.

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  #228: 7 Game-Changing Nutrition Habits Our Most Successful Clients Swear By

  Jul 7, 202621 min

  Apply for 1:1 Coaching If this episode resonated with you, the next step is a conversation. McLifestyle works with a small number of men at a time through a personalised coaching system that covers training, nutrition, lifestyle structure, and accountability — built around your schedule, not a generic template. Apply here → 1:1 Application Form Connect with Adrian Instagram: @adrian_mclifestylefitness If this episode was useful, share it with one man who needs to hear it. That's the best way to support the show.

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  #227: 45 Cheat Codes I Know at 31 That I Wish I Knew at 21

  Jun 30, 202628 min

  In this episode I share the 45 habits that have made the biggest difference — for me and for the men I coach. These cover nutrition, training, sleep, and mindset. Every single one is practical and actionable. If you're a busy man who wants to look better, feel better, and perform at a higher level — this one's for you. Apply for 1:1 Coaching If this episode resonated with you, the next step is a conversation. McLifestyle works with a small number of men at a time through a personalised coaching system that covers training, nutrition, lifestyle structure, and accountability — built around your schedule, not a generic template. Apply here → 1:1 Application Form Connect with Adrian Instagram: @adrian_mclifestylefitness If this episode was useful, share it with one man who needs to hear it. That's the best way to support the show.

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  #226: The Science of Staying Lean — How to Keep the Fat Off After Losing Body Fat

  Jun 23, 202619 min

  Most men can lose weight. The problem is keeping it off. In this episode, Adrian breaks down the science of what happens to your body after a fat loss phase — and the exact strategy McLifestyle uses with clients to lock in results permanently. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why your body actively works against you after fat loss — and the four biological responses that drive weight regain What reverse dieting is, how it works, and why it's the missing piece most men never use The difference between a reverse diet and a diet break — and when to use each one How to calculate your new maintenance calories after a cut The step-by-step weekly calorie increase protocol to rebuild your metabolism without gaining fat How to train during a reverse diet to maximise muscle retention and strength gains The half-time rule for timeline expectations — and why patience here pays off permanently Martin’s full journey — 88kg to 76kg at 50, reverse dieted back to 3,000 calories as his new maintenance Apply for 1:1 Coaching If this episode resonated with you, the next step is a conversation. McLifestyle works with a small number of men at a time through a personalised coaching system that covers training, nutrition, lifestyle structure, and accountability — built around your schedule, not a generic template. Apply here → 1:1 Application Form Connect with Adrian Instagram: @adrian_mclifestylefitness Message me “Longevity Program” on Instagram for more information. If this episode was useful, share it with one man who needs to hear it. That's the best way to support the show.

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  #225: The Four Pillars of Longevity Every Man Over 40 Needs to Know

  Jun 16, 202626 min

  In this episode, Aido breaks down the four non-negotiable pillars of longevity for men over 40 and how you can optimise all four areas so you can look, feel and perform your utmost best. Key Takeaways: After 35, men lose 1–2% of muscle mass per year without structured resistance training. You can't supplement your way out of it and you can't cardio your way out of it. You train for it or you lose it. VO2 max is the most powerful predictor of cardiovascular mortality in the research — more predictive than smoking, diabetes, or high blood pressure. Most men over 40 don't train it at all. Body fat percentage — specifically visceral fat — is what drives disease risk, not the number on the scale. Two men can weigh 90kg and be in completely different health categories. Your GP is checking you're not dying. That's different from checking you're actually thriving. The five markers to ask for: fasting insulin, HbA1c, CRP, testosterone (free and total), and Vitamin D. Apply for 1:1 Coaching If this episode resonated with you, the next step is a conversation. McLifestyle works with a small number of men at a time through a personalised coaching system that covers training, nutrition, lifestyle structure, and accountability — built around your schedule, not a generic template. Apply here → 1:1 Application Form Connect with Adrian Instagram: @adrian_mclifestylefitness Message me “Longevity Program” on Instagram for more information. If this episode was useful, share it with one man who needs to hear it. That's the best way to support the show.

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  #224: Why the Last 10lbs Won't Come Off

  Jun 9, 202623 min

  The last 10lbs can be harder to shift. Here’s why: Smaller body = lower calorie needs → deficit shrinks Metabolic adaptation → body burns fewer calories than expected NEAT drops → less movement without realising (−200–400 kcal/day) Hormones shift → ↓ leptin, ↑ hunger, ↓ thyroid/testosterone Closer to set point → stronger resistance to fat loss Follow the steps in this episode if you would like to shift it! Apply for 1:1 Coaching If this episode resonated with you, the next step is a conversation. McLifestyle works with a small number of men at a time through a personalised coaching system that covers training, nutrition, lifestyle structure, and accountability — built around your schedule, not a generic template. Apply here → 1:1 Application Form Connect with Adrian Instagram: @adrian_mclifestylefitness If this episode was useful, share it with one man who needs to hear it. That's the best way to support the show.

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