120 Second Interview: Robb Wolf (Paleo Solution)

  120 Second Interview: Robb Wolf (Paleo Solution)

I recently caught up with Robb Wolf when he was in Europe recently with the Paleolithic Solution seminar.  I also took this opportunity to have another interview with him.  

If you haven't done so, you can read the first Robb Wolf 60 Second Interview

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Robb, what are your plans for the future?

I am working on a 2nd edition of the book (The Paleo Solution) with feedback, clinical experiences and advanced topics.  I am also conducting a  survey with Loren Cordain (author of The Paleo Diet). 

Based on the feedback I've had on the Paleolithic Solution seminars that are running - I will add advanced topic seminars for those interested in improving their knowledge on performance nutrition.

What's your current training regime?

I am currently focussing on Strength and Olympic lifting.   Volumes consist of reps covering sets of 10 x 2, 10 x 3.

My favourite exercises are Back Squats, single rep Clean & Jerk, Sprints, Bodyweight Exercises and any work that improves my gymnastic ability.  Whilst travelling I still attempt to do workouts when I have the opportunity to do so.

What's your favourite cheat meal?

Nachos, Sour Cream and Chillis.

When was the last time you doubted the benefits of the Paleo Diet?

Never doubted it since it has transformed my life and I have experienced the benefits in testamonials with thousands of lives.

What have you noticed about Europe vs USA in terms of food on your visit?

I have noticed the food quality is much higher in Europe in comparison to the USA.  Organic foods are also more widely available.  It is a generalisation but in the US, lots of decisions about the manufacturing process of food is about how bad can we make this food, but still make it edible and provide appeal to as many people as possible.

There is also more restraint in terms of portion sizes.  In the US 'super-sizing' is seen as better value.  This just encourages people to eat more.

What do you believe are the most important factors in terms of nutrition's relationship with health?

In simple terms commencing with a gluten-free diet - to lead the way, then a paleo diet to follow.

The future direction of fitness?

Natural movement principles such as MovNat will dominate going forward.

60 Second Interview: Mark Twight (Gym Jones)

 60 Second Interview: Mark Twight (Gym Jones)

Who are you?

Mark Twight.  Founder of Gym Jones.  A searcher, I want to learn how to do things.  I put everything into climbing, the gym and now road biking.

What is fitness to you?

The ability to do a task.  The task has to be defined.  Personally, right now it is the economy and efficiency of working between 20 minutes and 10 hours.

What are your goals?

To learn and to improve.

What is one of your main concerns in relation to public health?

Obesity.  An unwillingness to work hard.   This is across the board.  Not just in health but everywhere.  People want the result without the work.  There has to be some work for any outcome.

What is your favourite meal?
 

Spinach salad.

What is your favourite exercise/activity?
 

Riding my bike (it's also my least favourite activity).

Blog/Website: 
 

www.gymjones.com

www.marktwight.com

 

 

60 Second Interview: Rob 'Maximus' MacDonald (GymJones)

 60 Second Interview: Rob 'Maximus' MacDonald (Gym Jones)

Who are you?

Rob MacDonald (Maximus).  A person who has been fortunate enough to turn something they love into a career. 

What is fitness to you?

Fitness is not only the ability to do a task.  But also much more than this - it is about discipline, a way of life, almost a religion.

What are your goals?

To inspire and spread what we do to as many people as possible.

What is one of your main concerns in relation to public health?

A lack of accountability.  It is ok to be unfit.  This is the key reason why so many people are overweight and suffer from poor health.  I mean you can even get a flat elevator (travelator) at the airport - because walking on a flat ground requires too much effort.

What is your favourite meal?
 

A medium-rare, rib-eye steak with mozzarella cheese, spinach, tomato and balsamic vinegar, olive oil dressing.

What is your favourite exercise/activity?
 

Playing with my child.  I learn more about human movement through him than anything else.

Blog/Website: 

www.gymjones.com

www.ultimatemaximus.com

 

60 Second Interview: Jeff Martone (Tactical Athlete)

 60 second interview with Jeff Martone - Tactical Athlete

Who are you? 

Jeff Martone, a tactical athlete.

 

What is fitness to you? 

You have to be fit to fight. If what you do in the gym doesn't increase your performance (i.e. hit harder, last longer and make you more resilient) - then you're wasting time. 

What are your goals? 

My goals are to consistently improve athleticism and combative skill sets.

What is one of your main concerns in relation to health? 

People not looking to improve and maintain operational readiness for the long term.

What is your favourite exercise/activity?

Physical: Kettlebell Lifting

Spiritual: Bible Study

What is your favourite meal? 

All my wife's home-cooked meals!

 

Website/Blog: 

www.theTacticalAthlete.com