The Indomitable Resistance

Episode 54 — Utes, Prep and discussion on Henry Novak

On Episode 54 the crew recap a hectic weekend — new utes and struggling to fit the new ute in the shed, fishing trips and family time — before diving into prep talk about dieting, coaching, quitting nicotine and training mistakes ahead of a 16-week contest run. The episode closes with a frank, heated discussion about recent world news, the Henry Novak case, rising violent crime, immigration and the social and political challenges facing Australia.

Episode 53 - Bikes, Fire Pits & a Bodybuilding Meltdown

Hosts trade banter about a damaged motorbike, building a fire pit, weekend impulse buys, and a dad-on-the-saltwater fishing trip with his son. They also dive into bodybuilding prep—rapid weight swings, posing strategy, stress on stage—and debate peptides, coaching responsibility, and the sport’s highs and lows, finishing with a cheeky hypothetical question.

Episode 52 - One Year In: Chaos, Comp Prep & Moving North

Episode 52 marks one year of the Indomitable Resistance podcast with a raw, wide-ranging conversation. The hosts recap a hectic return to Melbourne, back-to-back bodybuilding shows on the Gold Coast, coaching challenges during prep, and the physical and mental toll of travel and overwork. They also discuss the benefits of better sleep and lifestyle changes, plans to relocate north, and broader concerns about politics, taxes, and the future.

Episode 51 - Behind the Scenes: Meet Coach Kat — From Stage to Strength

In this episode we put the spotlight on Kat — ex-professional dancer turned coach — as she shares her journey from international dance stages to a career in fitness and nutrition. Kat discusses her experiences overseas, how COVID redirected her path, and why she chose to focus on coaching women. She explores common struggles female clients face — under-eating, disordered relationships with food, and the challenges of perimenopause — and explains her approach to nutrition, resistance training, and long-term health. The episode closes with an optimistic look at recent advances in women’s health, including the reframing of PCOS as PMOS.

Episode 50 - Half Century — Wins, Preps and Hard Truths

In their 50th episode the hosts celebrate the milestone with banter and backstage stories, including Ash’s state championship win and the challenges of contest prep and coaching life. They discuss mental health, memorable prep purchases and the real costs of supporting athletes on the competition circuit. The conversation turns serious as they address claims from the Epstein files, concerns about child exploitation and cultural shifts in Australia, and the personal choices people make to protect their families.