🎙️ Episode 15 — From Fighter to Founder: Jason Curtis on Building Deadly Dozen & Lessons from the Fitness Industry
DEADLY DOZEN PODCAST
In this special episode, the tables are turned — our guest, Graeme Hinde, steps in as interviewer to sit down with Jason Curtis, Founder of the Deadly Dozen. Jason opens up about his journey from Thai boxing and military PT to becoming a coach, author, and now the creator of one of the world’s fastest-growing fitness races. Together, they delve into the mindset, struggles, and lessons that have shaped Deadly Dozen’s explosive growth — and what it truly takes to succeed in fitness, business, and life. Topics include: • Why coaching lit the fire more than competition • The early...
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🎙️ Episode 14: Matt Rigby — Building Resilience, Racing Smart, and the Power of Community 💀
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In this episode of the Deadly Dozen Podcast, we sit down with Matt Rigby, a hybrid athlete, coach, and Deadly Dozen racer who’s as passionate about the community as he is about competition. From learning the mental side of fitness racing to balancing intensity with recovery, Matt shares the lessons that shaped his journey — including how setbacks built resilience, why community is the secret weapon, and how he’s preparing for his next big challenges. Expect insights on: 🔥 Smart race-day strategy & pacing 🔥 Training for both grit and longevity 🔥 Lessons from setbacks and...
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🎙️ Episode 13: The Accidental Hybrid Athlete: Steven Price on Fitness, Grit, and Chasing Podiums 💀
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In this episode of the Deadly Dozen Podcast, we sit down with Steven Price — a lifelong competitor and hybrid athlete redefining what it means to perform at the highest level in your 50s. From his early days in cycling to setting a world record ride across the UK, to stepping onto the global stage of fitness racing, Steven shares his journey of passion, resilience, and community. We dive into:• The transition from cycling to hybrid and fitness racing • Training for longevity and performance at 50+ • The lessons learned from setbacks — including the infamous 'sledgate' in Chicago...
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🎙️ Episode 12: From GB Triathlete to Deadly Dozen Contender
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In this episode of the Dirty Dozen Podcast, elite hybrid athlete and former GB triathlete Calum Upton takes on the Deadly Fitness Test — a brutal uphill-and-downhill challenge that’s exactly half of the legendary Deadly Dozen. We dive into his athletic journey, from podium finishes in rowing and triathlon to winning elite hybrid races, and his training plan for a potential world record attempt at the Birmingham Deadly Dozen. Expect deep insights into hybrid fitness training, pacing strategy, strength vs. endurance balance, and the mental side of racing. Whether you’re a runner,...
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🎙️ Episode 11: Hybrid Fitness, Real Results: Inside Body Burn’s Training Ethos
DEADLY DOZEN PODCAST
In this episode, we sit down with Mark Lammas from Body Burn Fitness in Halesowen — one of the very first Deadly Dozen affiliate gyms — to unpack what it really takes to build a thriving hybrid fitness community. From early Hyrox experiments to going all-in on functional fitness racing, Mark shares how hybrid training reshaped his gym, coaching philosophy, and results. We explore: Why hybrid training is about more than racing How conjugate strength training builds elite performance Balancing Deka, Hyrox, and Deadly Dozen in one program Creating a real community and training with...
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🎙️ Episode 10: 60 & Savage: How Myles Became a Fitness Racing Legend
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At 60 years old, Myles Mcnulty is redefining what it means to be fit over 50. In this episode of the Deadly Dozen Podcast, we dive into the journey of one of the UK’s most experienced Hyrox athletes — from rowing and marathons to dominating functional fitness racing with over 38 races and multiple world championship appearances. Myles shares: • His training and nutrition strategies • Lessons from 25+ years of endurance sports • How he balances life, racing, and coaching • What it takes to stay elite in your 60s • The mindset behind long-term performance and discipline ...
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🎙️Episode 9: Tommy Munday's Insights on Strength, Conditioning & Coaching Athletes
DEADLY DOZEN PODCAST
In this episode, we chat with Tommy Munday, an experienced strength and conditioning coach with years of experience shaping athletes in boxing and professional sports. Tommy shares his philosophy on training, the importance of the “minimum effective dose,” and how to program training to optimize performance. He also dives into the role of data and mental strategies in coaching elite athletes and fitness racers. 🎯 Topics covered: • Programming training for maximum impact • The “minimum effective dose” concept • Using data to track and improve performance • Coaching mindset...
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🎙️ Episode 8: Over 50 and Outperforming Everyone: Rob’s Raw Take on Training, Mindset & Fitness Racing 💪
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In this candid and inspiring episode of the Deadly Dozen Podcast, we chat with Rob, a world record holder in the 50+ category and an unstoppable force in fitness racing. From setting up events with his parrot to dominating podiums and training twice a day, Rob shares his gritty, no-nonsense approach to training, mindset, and performance. Topics in this episode include: 🔥 Rob’s unstructured training philosophy – no programs, just raw effort 🔥 Why Rob never takes rest days and how it fuels his performance 🔥 Surprising nutrition tips (yes, kebabs and sweets are involved!) 🔥 Racing...
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🎙️ Episode 7: Building with Integrity – Behind the Scenes with Vanessa from Deadly Dozen
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In this episode, Jason sits down with Vanessa, Chief of Operations at Deadly Dozen and long-time gym member turned coach. From her late start in strongwoman training to her pivotal role behind the scenes of the world’s most accessible fitness race, Vanessa shares her ethos of consistency, integrity, and doing things right. They discuss the realities of race organisation, the mindset needed for training and racing, and what it really takes to keep a global movement running strong. Packed with insight, humour, and honest reflections—this one’s for athletes and organisers alike.
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🎙️ Episode 6: Billy Blower: Breaking Records and Building a Confidence Mindset
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This week on the Deadly Dozen Podcast, we sit down with elite fitness racing athlete and current Deadly Dozen record holder Billy Blower. Known for his explosive speed and confident approach to racing, Billy shares how he prepares physically and mentally to compete at the highest level of hybrid fitness. In this episode, we discuss: Billy’s training methods for speed and endurance The mindset required to perform under pressure His record-setting Deadly Dozen performance Strategies for staying focused and confident on race day Whether you’re training for Deadly Dozen or...
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Are you passionate about fitness racing, OCR (obstacle course racing), hybrid events or endurance challenges? You’re in the right place!
Each episode, we discuss high-intensity training, race strategy, athlete interviews, and expert tips to help you train smarter, race harder, and recover faster. In This Episode, we will recap an epic year of Deadly Dozen racing and discuss what is coming up in 2025.