From Injury And Depression To Resilience | GWL#18 Klaus Johannes
This week, we’re joined by Klaus Johannes – Head of the Black Viking movement. He talks us through how he developed depression and anxiety, and went through a dark period of time where he didn’t know how to cope. But today Klaus shares his story about mental toughness, strength, weakness and how it’s all interconnected! […]
I Lost 30KG (60+ Pounds) In 4 Months – Weight Loss Transformation | GWL#17 Faisal Samdani
This week, we are joined by Faisal Samdani. He shares his weight loss journey and how he managed to drop 30kg in 3 months. He talks about the important aspects of losing weight including: food choices; portion sizes; exercise routine etc., He also discusses how one can pick up healthier habits like drinking more water […]
GWL#16: Mohssen Eslami | Overcoming Obesity, Wrestling Family, Personal Training & More
This week, we were joined by Mohssen Eslami. He is an elite Personal Trainer to UFC fighters, celebrities and athletes who overcame his own weight issues as a child before getting into the best shape of his life. We hope you enjoy it! To listen to the podcast: Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast and Amazon Music: […]
GWL#15: Abdul Jaleel | Youth Development, Productivity & Fatherhood
In this episode, Mohammed and Abdul Jaleel speak about youth development as they share their experiences working with young people. The two also talk about raising children and how important it is for fathers to be able provide other aspects of masculinity that many boys need today; what does father really mean these days? What […]
GWL#14: Hashim Bhaijee | Raves, Youth Work, Drugs and Crime in the Community
We’re joined this week by Hashim Bhaijee, a senior to us all and a man with vast experience working with the youth in the community for the past 25 years. He shares with us his experiences and reflections. To listen to the podcast: Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast and Amazon Music: https://linktr.ee/gwlpodcast You can also find us […]
GWL#13: | Olympics & Paralympics, Khabib on Hotboxin’, Muslims in Combat Sports
This week, host Mohammed & producer Zakariya discuss the different sports in the Olympics and why some sports are included, the amazing perseverance of Paralympians and Khabib’s appearance on Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson. We hope you enjoy the show! To listen to the podcast: Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast and Amazon Music: https://linktr.ee/gwlpodcast You can also […]
GWL#12: | Rambo, Arab/Persian Sayings, Miscarriage of Justice, The Rise of Hasbullah
This week, Dr Amir and Khalid join Mohammed for some banter and interesting topics. Enjoy the show! To listen to the podcast: Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast and Amazon Music: https://linktr.ee/gwlpodcast You can also find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gwlpodcast/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/gwlpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gwlpodcast/ Follow Luke: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gwlpodcast/ Website: http://www.grapplingwithlife.co.uk Email: [email protected] #gwlpodcast #jiujitsu #grappling #wrestling
GWL#11: Luke Shirubabakku | Growing Up In South London, Benefits Of Martial Arts and Knife Crime
We’re joined this week by Luke Lofters, a Brown Belt Jiu Jitsu competitor and coach. We discuss his Jamaican heritage, his journey through martial arts and also some wonderful gems he’s picked up throughout the years training under high level athletes. We also touch on the current and increasing vice of knife crime we’re facing […]
GWL#10: Nasir Uddin | PHD Life, Defying Stereotypes, Redemption Story
We’re joined this week by Nasir Uddin, he’s is a PhD student who specialises in concussions. When he was younger, Nasir was not the best student and had to overcome many obstacles on his way to earning a PhD. Listen to find out more about this fascinating individual! To listen to the podcast: Apple, Spotify, […]
GWL#9: Yusuf Ali Taleb | Fighting Family, Muay Thai, MMA Aspirations
Yusuf Ali Taleb is a Pro Muay Thai fighter & Kickboxer from the UK. In this episode, Yusuf talks about his fighting career, how he got into the sport Martial Arts, coming from a family of Martial Artists and his aspirations for the future including training as a professional fighter.
