Ben Ross- Life after the Bright Lights
Becoming Reborn
In this episode, we sit down with Ben Ross to hear his incredible journey through life, the NRL, and fatherhood. From the highs of professional rugby league to the lows of life-altering injuries, Ben opens up about the defining moments that shaped him. He shares the harrowing story of snapping his chest during a game and the advice from Ricky Stuart that pushed him to stand tall despite the risk. Ben also reflects on his journey as a father, vowing never to miss an important moment with his kids after a personal turning point. This is an episode about resilience, prioritizing family, and...
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From Heart Attack to Breakthrough: Doza’s Journey of Resilience and Transformation
Becoming Reborn
In this episode, we sit down with Doza to hear his inspiring journey of resilience and transformation. Faced with nothing but struggles—a pregnant wife, a million-dollar mortgage, and no way out—Doza hit what he thought was rock bottom. But that night, everything changed. Doza shares how he taught himself to run ads, launched his first campaign before bed, and woke up to leads that sparked a new path forward. He likens the moment to Spider-Man discovering he could shoot webs—a realization that he had the power to turn his life around. From overcoming challenges to building success from...
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Hitting your 2025 New Years Resolutions
Becoming Reborn
Having run gyms for a combined 30+ years, Trav and Pat have seen plenty of people set New Years Resolutions. Some succeed, but most fail. In today’s podcast, we go through the four main reasons people don’t achieve their goals. But, we’re not going to give you a problem without a solution. You will also get our 3 main tips for what to do to help make your New Year’s resolutions a success - not just for the first week of January, but for the whole year. So if you’re setting a goal for yourself this new year, have a listen so you give yourself the best...
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How to keep momentum while on holidays
Becoming Reborn
One of the boys from the gym - Jordy Bichan - asked me last week how to maintain momentum when he goes away on holidays. He’s in a really good routine at the moment - with family life, exercise, nutrition, sleep and work. He’s worried that a holiday down the coast will throw all of that out and he will lose his momentum. If that sounds like you, then listen up. Today, Trav and Pat go through their top tips for maintaining momentum while on holidays, perfect advice to hear at this time of year.
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Chris Van Dijk
Becoming Reborn
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Van Dijk, the man behind CVD Glass, for an open and raw conversation about life, success, and the lessons he wished he’d learned earlier. Chris shares the importance of having a standing board—a solid support network to lift you up—and the power of cutting out negativity. He dives into his personal journey, breaking stereotypes, putting in the work, and staying true to the legacy he wants to leave behind. For Chris, it’s not about possessions or the hardships endured, but about being remembered as a good man for his kids and the people who...
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Fa’amanu Brown
Becoming Reborn
In this episode, we sit down with Fa’amanu Brown to uncover the inspiring story that shaped him into the person he is today. Fa’amanu shares the challenges he faced growing up, from overcoming adversity to achieving his dreams. He also opens up about his deep bond with his family, including the heartfelt story of his mum—how she worked tirelessly to care for him and his brother, and how the roles later reversed when they stepped up to care for her. It’s a testament to the power of love, family, and resilience. From lessons on growth and perseverance to stories of triumph both on and...
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Jason Horton
Becoming Reborn
Jason Horton is a father of three, and the founder and owner of Flow Physio Co. Today the boys go through Jason’s background and upbringing, delving into how he set up his business and survived through the challenging COVID period. You can also expect to learn why most runners get injured, what are Jason’s main tips for avoiding injury, and the best philosophy for recovering from any injury you get. We wrap up with how Jason manages 3 kids, 3 businesses, a wife and his own exercise routine, and still has time to pick up the kids from school. Hang around for the...
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Ash Belcastro
Becoming Reborn
Ash Belcastro isn’t just a manager—he’s a mastermind behind some of the UFC’s biggest stars. From Israel Adesanya’s iconic performances to Alex Volkanovski’s reign as champion, Ash has played a pivotal role in guiding the careers of fighters like Dan Hooker, Kai Kara-France, and Shane Young. But what makes Ash unique? It’s not just his ability to spot talent—it’s his unwavering commitment to his fighters’ success, both in and out of the octagon. He’s the man behind the scenes, ensuring every opportunity aligns with their legacy and long-term goals. How does someone go...
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Denan Kemp
Becoming Reborn
Denan is a former NRL player for Brisbane Broncos and NZ Warriors. Denan was a supreme athlete, but had a largely unfulfilled career, which he chats about in depth during today’s podcast. Since his retirement, Denan has built a hugely successful podcast platform called ‘The Locker Room’, as well as a successful beer brand called ‘Bloke in a Bar’. This chat dives deep into his story, highlighting his struggles through football and post sport, as well as how his upbringing paved the way for his business success.
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Gym challenges - what to expect
Becoming Reborn
Most gyms do some kind of challenge around October - conveniently getting people fit and looking good for the summer holiday season. Reborn has done dozens of challenges and had thousands of people go through and do them. So it’s fair to say we know what we are talking about. In todays podcast, Trav and Pat talk about: - What to expect when signing up for a challenge - What your mindset should (and shouldn’t) be when starting a gym challenge - The best way to get the results that you want
info_outlineWhat are the values that you live your life by, and things that dictate what you do on a daily basis?
Trav and Pat get deep today on what their main rules for life are, and why they have the values they do, and how that has helped them, and sometimes harmed them in life.
Do me a favour and write out your personal rules for life before listening, then listen along and see how many of them line up.