Every day, you’re surrounded by toxins — in the air you breathe, the water you drink, and even the products you use on your skin.
In this eye-opening conversation, Marcus Smith sits down with Dr. Joe Nieusma, a toxicologist with nearly 40 years of experience, to expose the hidden dangers of modern living and what you can do to protect yourself.
Dr. Nieusma explains why humans today are living in a “soup of toxic exposure” — from chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and environmental pollutants — and how small, intentional steps can help you detox your body and take back control of your health.
💡 In This Episode:
What “toxic exposure” really means for your body
Why your water, air, and food may be working against you
How pharmaceuticals can make things worse
The link between toxins, inflammation, and aging
Dr. Nieusma’s 3 practical steps to start detoxing today
🎧 Tune in, get informed, and take charge of your health — because awareness is the first step to change.
When Tom Hill was diagnosed with rectal cancer, he made one choice — go all in.
In this episode of the InnerFight Podcast, Marcus Smith dives deep into Tom’s journey of fasting through chemo, rebuilding his mindset, and finding strength when there was no Plan B.
“There’s no point in having a Plan B — you just go all in.”
Key Points:
No Plan B: Tom Hill shares how adopting an all-in mindset helped him face cancer head-on.
Fasting Through Chemo: Combining modern treatment with five-day water fasts to support healing and clarity.
Mindset Over Fear: Turning pain into purpose through discipline, presence, and complete belief in Plan A.
In Episode 994 of The InnerFight Podcast, Marcus dives deep into The Long Game — a mindset built on purpose, adaptability, consistency, and patience.
He shares powerful reflections on why instant gratification has rewired our brains for short-term thinking, and how to rebuild your ability to go long — in fitness, in career, in relationships, and in life.
🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why purpose drives every long-term goal
How to build consistency without burning out
The role of adaptability in staying on course
Why patience is a muscle you can train
How community and connection amplify growth
This episode will challenge how you think about progress — and remind you that the journey is the win.
In this deeply vulnerable conversation, Eduan Viljoen—now an InnerFight Strength & Conditioning Coach—shares the inflection points that shaped him: a late surge into sport, losing (and rebuilding) confidence, navigating a complex childhood, and discovering why doing hard things matters far beyond the gym.
We unpack empathy as a coaching superpower, how to spot when validation drives your goals, and why quality movement transforms more than just your performance.
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In this episode of the InnerFight Podcast,Marcus Smith sits down with Dr. Geoffrey Mount Varner — a Harvard-trained ER physician, former Assistant Chief Medical Officer for Washington D.C., and a three-time cancer survivor.
Through 30 years on the front lines of emergency medicine, Dr. Geoffrey has learned that overthinking kills momentum — in the ER, hesitation can cost a life. He shares the same fast-decision framework that helped him lead under pressure and survive cancer, showing how anyone can use it to make clearer, more confident choices in everyday life.
This conversation is packed with real stories, practical tools, and timeless lessons on leadership, resilience, and focus. Whether you’re running a business, leading a team, or navigating personal challenges, this episode will inspire you to act decisively — and move forward faster.
In this episode of the InnerFight Podcast, Marcus Smith sits down with Rob Jones for a heartfelt conversation on making good decisions fast as a parent.
Rob shares how everyday choices — from the clothes his daughter wears to redefining what “success” means for his family — have reshaped his perspective. It’s an honest and uplifting look at parenting, resilience, and the small wins that truly matter.
Whether you’re a parent, a leader, or someone navigating challenges in life, this episode will give you perspective and inspiration.
👉 Listen now and share it with someone who needs to hear it.
#InnerFightPodcast #Parenting #MakingDecisions #Resilience #InnerFightGym #Dubai
In Episode 990 of the InnerFight Podcast, Marcus Smith talks with Pete Moore about the powerful crossover of sport and business—and why both depend on high performance.
From the idea that a CEO is the goalie to Pete’s concept of “Business Ball”, this conversation highlights how health, resilience, and team dynamics create business wins. They also unpack the HALO framework (Health • Active Lifestyle • Outdoors) and why treating yourself like a high-performance athlete is the foundation of success.
👉 If you want to raise your game in both business and life, don’t miss this episode.
#InnerFightPodcast #InnerFightGym #Dubai #BetterAtLife #BusinessAndSport
Chad Dunn’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and purpose. From his early days as a nationally ranked BMX racer to becoming a passionate performance coach and founder of Move Human Performance, Chad has dedicated his life to helping others unlock their potential.
In this episode of the InnerFight Podcast, Marcus Smith explores Chad’s journey through sport, identity, and mindset — and how those experiences shaped his drive to inspire and support others.
If you’re seeking energy, optimism, and practical lessons on resilience and self-discovery, this conversation will give you tools to rethink identity, embrace challenges, and keep moving forward.
#OvercomeChallenges #IdentityandPurpose #InnerFight #InnerFightPodcast
Episode 988 of the InnerFight Podcast with Marcus Smith takes a deep dive into the difference between balance and alignment. While many chase the idea of “work-life balance,” Marcus argues that life is too dynamic for balance to truly exist. Instead, he explores the power of alignment—matching your actions with your values, vision, and current season of life.
Through personal stories, reflections, and lessons learned, Marcus shares how shifting focus from balance to alignment can bring clarity, reduce burnout, and create real fulfillment.
What is fitness — really? Is it about how you look, how you perform, or simply how you feel?
In this episode 987, Marcus Smith digs deep into the true meaning of fitness and why we might have drifted away from its basics. From extreme endurance events to quick-fix transformations, the noise around fitness has never been louder.
But fitness isn’t a product. It isn’t an app, a subscription, or a social media trend. It’s about movement, strength, mobility, and living better every day.
Marcus breaks down what fitness really means, why sustainability matters more than extremes, and the three pillars that every training plan should have.
🎧 Listen now and rethink what being “fit” actually is.
Learn about the Endurance Mindset with Marcus Smith, Rob Jones, and Rob Foster! In episode 986 from the InnerFight Podcast, we explore what it really takes to build the endurance mindset, overcome challenges, and train both mind and body for peak performance. Perfect for athletes, coaches, and anyone looking to strengthen mental resilience. Listen, learn, and start applying the endurance mindset today!
August is the month where you can finally pause, reflect, and figure out what really matters. In the latest podcast, Marcus shares how to use August wisely to check in on your mindset, your goals, and your long-term vision.
Haven’t looked at your 2025 goals since January? This is your moment. Take a breath, zoom out, and ask: Am I where I want to be?
Don’t doom-scroll. Reflect.
Use this quiet time to reconnect with your purpose.
Use August wisely—and finish the year strong.
"Prescriptions aren’t enough anymore."
That’s the perspective of Dr Gina Siddiqui—ER physician and founder of CART Clinics—who’s rethinking healthcare to better serve people who want more than just a quick fix.
Her journey from the ER to healthcare entrepreneur is bold, real, and inspiring.
This one will challenge the way you see medicine.
What happens when two coaches go head-to-head on strength, sweat and strategy?
In this latest InnerFight podcast episode, Marcus Smith sits down with Dan and Andy—two coaches with very different journeys, but a shared passion for coaching excellence.
From how they approach programming and mindset, to what strength and conditioning really means to them, this is a masterclass in strength, sweat and strategy.
Want to perform better? Start by subtracting—not adding.
In the latest InnerFight Podcast, Marcus Smith shares a powerful truth: lasting performance doesn’t come from piling on more—it comes from removing what’s no longer serving you.
Whether you’re an athlete, business leader, or coach, this episode dives into:
🔹 Saying no to distractions
🔹 Simplifying your training
🔹 Avoiding toxic comparison
🔹 Prioritising sleep, recovery, and reflection
This is a practical guide to help you cut through the noise and focus on what really helps you perform better—physically and mentally.
🎧 Listen now and share it with someone who needs to hear it:
#PerformBetter #Mindset #TrainingTips #DubaiFitness #InnerFight
“I knew something was wrong… and I ran.”
That gut instinct saved Adriene Caldwell’s life. But what followed was years of trauma, guilt, silence—and eventually, healing.
In this powerful episode of the InnerFight Podcast, Adriene Caldwell shares the story behind her memoir Unbroken: Life Outside the Lines. She opens up about childhood abuse, foster care trauma, addiction, and what it takes to truly recover.
This one’s raw. Honest. And deeply human.
Becoming a father changes everything. But it’s about more than just raising kids.
Tom Walker opens up about his transition into fatherhood—but this conversation goes deeper. It’s about purpose, asking better questions, and showing up as a better human. Whether you’re a parent or not, his insights hit home.
In episode 979 of the InnerFight Podcast, Why Health Matters More Than Success, coach and speaker Adam Smith opens up about the moment he realised why health matters more than success.
After battling depression, burnout and binge drinking, he made one small decision — and it changed his life. From there, everything shifted: his body, his mindset, his business.
💬 "Health isn’t just part of success — it is success."
This is your reminder to stop chasing numbers and start prioritising yourself.
🥤 Drink more water.
🚶♂️ Go for that walk.
🧠 Talk to someone who listens.
You don’t need rock bottom to begin.
Share this episode to someone who needs to hear this today.
Everyone’s chasing the next best fitness hack…
But what if you’re forgetting the things that actually matter?
In our latest podcast, Marcus breaks down the things we forget in fitness—from basic habits like sleep and consistency to sustainable training routines.
While gadgets and new tech might look exciting, real progress still comes from what’s worked for decades.
The truth? You can’t out-hack the fundamentals.
If you’re constantly trying new fads but not seeing results… this one’s for you.
Discover how healing your inner child can transform more than just your emotional health — it can boost your resilience in and out of the gym.
In this podcast, Relationship Coach Sasha Quince shares how unresolved childhood patterns affect your nervous system, your reactions, and even your performance during workouts or competitions, and in life. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or simply someone on a healing journey, this insight into healing your inner child offers powerful, practical tools for emotional regulation and personal growth.