Combat Fuel Podcast

14: Ollie Cooke: 7 RHA Para, Bodybuilding & Building Heavy Duty Gym Wear | Combat Fuel Podcast

In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Ollie Cooke former 7 RHA Para soldier, bodybuilder, and founder of Heavy Duty Gym Wear, a brand built around hard work, discipline, and working-class values. Ollie shares his experiences serving in the Army, the realities of military culture, and the lessons he took from life in an airborne artillery unit. He reflects on the challenges he faced during service, using the gym as an outlet, and the journey of building a business from the ground up after leaving the military. We explore fitness, mindset, resilience, and entrepreneurship — alongside the importance of testing yourself, pushing your limits, and creating purpose beyond military service. In this episode, we cover: Service in 7 RHA Para Military culture and life in the Army Using fitness as an outlet Bodybuilding and pushing personal limits Building Heavy Duty Gym Wear Entrepreneurship and working-class values Leadership, discipline, and resilience Identity, purpose, and life after service This episode is for anyone interested in military life, bodybuilding, fitness, entrepreneurship, discipline, and building something after the Armed Forces. Guest: Ollie Cooke Former 7 RHA Para | Founder, Heavy Duty Gym Wear Instagram: Website: Follow & Support Combat Fuel: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/ [https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel [https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel] Website:  https://www.combatfuel.co.uk [https://www.combatfuel.co.uk] Production: This podcast is produced by TCM.visuals Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/ [https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/] Website:  https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk [https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk] Business & Media Enquiries: hello@combatfuel.co.uk Disclaimer: This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical or nutritional advice. Remember to: Like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share this episode to help amplify honest conversations around service, fitness, entrepreneurship, and life after the military. 🎬 YOUTUBE CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction & Who is Ollie Cooke 01:40 Life Before the Army 05:30 Joining 7 RHA Para 10:00 Military Culture & Standards 15:30 Fitness, Bodybuilding & Self-Discipline 21:00 Finding Purpose Through the Gym 27:00 Challenges During Military Service 34:00 Brotherhood, Banter & Army Life 41:00 Pushing Your Limits & Testing Yourself 49:00 Transitioning Out of the Army 57:00 Building Heavy Duty Gym Wear 1:05:00 Entrepreneurship & Working-Class Values 1:13:00 Leadership, Resilience & Mindset 1:20:00 Lessons From Military Life 1:28:00 Final Reflections & Advice Suggested Hashtags #OllieCooke  #CombatFuelPodcast  #7RHA  #BritishArmy  #HeavyDutyGymWear  #Bodybuilding  #Fitness  #Entrepreneur  #MilitaryTransition  #LifeAfterService

13: Ryan Yates: 4/73 Battery, Veterans Army & Rebuilding Purpose After Service | Combat Fuel Podcast

In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Yates a former soldier from 4/73 Battery, founder of Veterans Army (VA), and owner of his own dog training business. Ryan shares his experiences serving in the military, operating within one of the Army’s most respected surveillance and reconnaissance units, and the mindset required to perform in high-pressure environments. He reflects on the realities of military life, transition, and the importance of rebuilding identity and purpose after leaving service. We explore leadership, resilience, and personal growth — alongside the mission behind Veterans Army, supporting the veteran community, and how working with dogs has become a major part of his life and business after the military. This conversation gives honest insight into life after service, adapting to civilian life, and finding new purpose through community, discipline, and helping others. In this episode, we cover: Service in 4/73 Battery Military mindset and operating under pressure Transitioning from military life to civilian life Founding Veterans Army (VA) Supporting the veteran community Building a dog training business after service Leadership, resilience, and identity Purpose, discipline, and life after the military This episode is for anyone interested in military life, 4/73 Battery, veterans support, entrepreneurship, dog training, resilience, and life after service. Guest: Ryan Yates  Former 4/73 Battery Soldier | Founder, Veterans Army | Dog Trainer Follow & Support Combat Fuel: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/ [https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel [https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel] Website:  https://www.combatfuel.co.uk [https://www.combatfuel.co.uk] Production: This podcast is produced by TCM.visuals Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/ [https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/] Website:  https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk [https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk] Business & Media Enquiries: hello@combatfuel.co.uk Disclaimer: This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical or nutritional advice. Remember to: Like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share this episode to help amplify honest conversations around service, transition, leadership, and life after the military. Suggested Hashtags #RyanClarke  #CombatFuelPodcast  #473Battery  #VeteransArmy  #MilitaryTransition  #VeteranSupport  #DogTraining  #Leadership  #LifeAfterService  #MentalResilience

12: PJ Harries: Royal Marine, Firefighter & Building a Business After Service | Combat Fuel Podcast

In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with PJ Harries a former Royal Marine, former firefighter, and now the owner of Gibraltar Trading Company, building a business rooted in discipline, resilience, and purpose. PJ shares his experiences serving in the Royal Marines, the standards and mindset required to operate within one of the world’s most respected military forces, and how those lessons carried over into a career in the fire service. He reflects on the challenges of transitioning from military life, finding purpose after service, and what it takes to build a successful business while staying true to the values forged through years of service. We explore leadership, identity, risk, and adaptability — alongside what it means to move from military operations and emergency response into entrepreneurship and creating something of your own. In this episode, we cover: Service in the Royal Marines Life after military service Transitioning into the fire service Operating in high-pressure environments Leadership, discipline, and accountability Building Gibraltar Trading Company Entrepreneurship, risk, and personal growth Identity, purpose, and life after service This episode is for anyone interested in Royal Marines life, firefighting, entrepreneurship, leadership, resilience, and building purpose after service. Guest: PJ Gibbs  Former Royal Marine | Former Firefighter | Founder, Gibraltar Trading Company Instagram: Website: Follow & Support Combat Fuel: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/ [https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel [https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel] Website:  https://www.combatfuel.co.uk [https://www.combatfuel.co.uk] Production: This podcast is produced by TCM.visuals Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/ [https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/] Website:  https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk [https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk] Business & Media Enquiries: hello@combatfuel.co.uk Disclaimer: This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical or nutritional advice. Remember to: Like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share this episode to help amplify honest conversations around service, leadership, business, and life after the military. Suggested Hashtags #PJGibbs  #CombatFuelPodcast  #RoyalMarines  #Firefighter  #Entrepreneur  #GibraltarTrading  #Leadership  #MilitaryTransition  #LifeAfterService  #MentalResilience

11: Shane Curtis: BJJ Black Belt, Discipline & The Reality of Jiu Jitsu | Combat Fuel Podcast Episode 11

In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Shane Curtis — a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, competitor, and coach who has dedicated years to mastering one of the most demanding combat sports in the world. Shane shares his journey through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, from the early stages of learning the fundamentals to earning his black belt. He talks about the discipline, consistency, and mindset required to progress in a sport where failure, pressure, and persistence are part of the process. We explore the mental and physical challenges of Jiu Jitsu, the lessons it teaches about resilience and control, and how those lessons translate into everyday life both on and off the mats. In this episode, we cover: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and the path to black belt  Discipline, consistency, and long-term progression  Training, competition, and pressure  Mental resilience and dealing with setbacks  Lessons from BJJ that apply to everyday life  Coaching, mindset, and personal development  The reality of combat sports beyond the hype This episode is for anyone interested in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, combat sports, discipline, mindset, and personal growth through adversity. Guest: Shane Curtis  BJJ Black Belt | Coach Instagram: Follow & Support Combat Fuel: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/ [https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel [https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel] Website:  https://www.combatfuel.co.uk [https://www.combatfuel.co.uk] Production: This podcast is produced by TCM.visuals Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/ [https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/] Website:  https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk [https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk] Business & Media Enquiries: hello@combatfuel.co.uk Disclaimer: This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical or nutritional advice. Remember to: Like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share this episode to help grow the Combat Fuel community and support real conversations around performance, discipline, and mindset. Suggested Hashtags #ShaneCurtis  #CombatFuelPodcast  #BrazilianJiuJitsu  #BJJ  #BJJBlackBelt  #Grappling  #CombatSports  #MentalResilience  #Discipline  #Performance

10: Jim Elliott: 7 Para RHA Gunner to Psychologist | Military Mindset & Mental Health | Combat Fuel Podcast

In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Jim Elliott — a former British Army soldier who served in 7 Para RHA (Royal Horse Artillery) and has since transitioned into a career as a psychologist. Jim shares his experiences serving in the British Army, operating within an airborne artillery unit where discipline, pressure, and performance were part of everyday life. He reflects on his journey from military service into psychology, offering a unique perspective on mindset, behaviour, and mental resilience from both sides. We explore leadership, stress, and adaptability — alongside what it means to transition from a high-pressure military environment into understanding the human mind, and how those lessons can be applied to both military and civilian life. In this episode, we cover:  Service in the British Army  Life in 7 Para RHA (Royal Horse Artillery)  Operating in high-pressure environments  Military mindset, discipline, and performance  Transitioning into a career in psychology  Mental health, resilience, and behaviour  Adapting military skills to civilian life  Identity, purpose, and life after service This episode is for anyone interested in military life, airborne units, psychology, mental health, leadership, and performance under pressure. Guest: Jim Elliott  instagram: Follow & Support Combat Fuel:  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/ [https://www.instagram.com/combatfuel/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel [https://www.facebook.com/combatfuel] Website: https://www.combatfuel.co.uk [https://www.combatfuel.co.uk] Production:  This podcast is produced by TCM.visuals  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/ [https://www.instagram.com/tcm.visual/] Website: https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk [https://www.thecapturedmoments.co.uk] Business & Media Enquiries:  hello@combatfuel.co.uk Disclaimer:  This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical or nutritional advice. Remember to:  Like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share this episode to help amplify honest conversations around service, leadership, and life after the military. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction & Military Background  02:05 Joining the British Army & Early Career  07:10 Life in 7 Para RHA (Royal Horse Artillery)  13:20 Operating Under Pressure in an Airborne Unit  21:00 Military Mindset, Discipline & Performance  32:40 Transitioning from Army to Civilian Life  41:30 Becoming a Psychologist  52:10 Understanding Mental Health & Behaviour  1:03:20 Applying Military Lessons to Psychology  1:12:45 Leadership, Stress & Resilience  1:20:30 Identity, Purpose & Life After Service  1:28:10 Final Thoughts & Advice #JimElliott  #CombatFuelPodcast  #BritishArmy  #7ParaRHA  #RoyalHorseArtillery  #MilitaryMindset  #Psychology  #MentalHealth  #Performance  #LifeAfterService