Get ready to be inspired by Dawn Barnable, an ultra cyclist athlete and the co-founder and host of the Mettleset podcast. In this special episode, Dawn takes us on her incredible journey through ultra-endurance racing, discovering a new world of exciting challenges. She reveals the vibrant community surrounding these sports, bringing together people from all walks of life passionate about achieving extraordinary feats. You'll learn about the Medalist podcast's important mission: to give...

Listen to our inspiring part of the podcast episode about setting and achieving impossible challenges. Learn how these challenges can transform your mindset and empower you to face any obstacle. Discover daily practices and mental exercises to maintain a balanced mindset while overcoming challenges. Highlights: Setting and conquering challenging goals boosts confidence and resilience.Personal growth, mindset, and physical fitness are connected to holistic wellness.Injaz is a passion project...

Abdullah is an exceptional athlete who proudly represents the United Arab Emirates. Get ready to be inspired as we embark on an incredible journey in this captivating episode. We will follow Abdullah Al Marri's path to the highly anticipated 2024 Paris Olympics. In this episode, he will share his dedication to equestrianism and his pride when representing his country on the global stage. Discover the transformative power of small improvements and self-care when striving for...

Join us on an inspiring journey as we delve into the remarkable life of Dave Catudal, a health and tech entrepreneur who has spent two decades dedicated to wellness and optimizing the quality of life. From battling cancer in his early 20s to growing up in a family profoundly impacted by the disease, Dave's experiences have shaped his unwavering commitment to helping people avoid illness and embrace thriving health. Discover Dave's mission to create positive change for the content creator...

Tima is the first Lebanese woman to climb Mount Everest in 2019 and the first Lebanese woman to ski the final degree to the South Pole in December 2022 - Completing the 7 summits - the highest mountains on 7 continents.  Not only is she a skilled mountain climber, but she is also a mission-driven entrepreneur, coach, speaker, and author. When she's not climbing mountains, Tima founded Mountain Gipsy, a professional coaching business. She also started Feministiya, a sustainable fashion...

In this episode, we have a special guest, Lloyed Lobo, who has achieved great success in the startup world despite facing various challenges. Lloyed is a software engineering graduate with over 15 years of experience in the US and Canadian startup scene. He is the founder of Boast AI, which generates eight-figure annual revenue, and Traction, a global community that helps leaders of fast-growing companies learn how to scale their businesses. Lloyed's passion for community building is...

Rising Above: Glen Stollery's Journey of Returning to the Health and Wellness Industry Despite The Challenges Welcome to the podcast! In today's episode, we have Glen Stollery, the IMEA CEO at Les Mills International, with over twenty years of experience in the health and wellness industry. Glen has played significant global roles throughout New Zealand, Australia, Asia, America, and Europe. During our conversation, Glen shared his inspiring journey of building and selling a fitness...

Unlocking Your Best Health: The Power of Commitment, Consistency, and Inspiration for a Stronger, Happier You. w/ Yasmine Barbir Yasmine Barbir is a corporate executive and mother who has succeeded in her career while balancing her family and health. She shares her journey and challenges in achieving work-life balance. Listen to the full episode: https://youtu.be/xFic_iQgXrk CONNECT WITH SAF Website: https://www.safwanalturk.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/safwanalturk ...

Surviving a Life-Altering Accident: One Person's Journey to Overcoming Adversity and Finding a New Path Forward. w/ Mark Colbourne MBE Listen to today's podcast about Mark Colbourne MBE, a Paralympic gold medalist who embodies courage, honesty, accountability, nurture, genuineness, and encouragement. Mark's story shows the power of determination, resilience, and a positive mindset. Listen to the full episode: https://youtu.be/GaePhe4C6rQ CONNECT WITH SAF Website: https://www.safwanalturk.com...

In this episode, Loulou shares her personal story of overcoming a difficult situation and how it ultimately shaped her life and career. She brings a unique perspective as the founder of Nabbesh, the managing partner of Spade Ventures, and the host of Conversations with Loulou. This episode highlights the power of perspective and how one person's worst experience can turn out to be the best thing that ever happened to them. Tune in to hear Loulou's inspiring story and gain valuable...

First, we would like to wish Robyn a happy birthday 🎉 Join renowned personal branding expert Robyn as she shares her expertise in developing brand strategies for C-level executives in today's competitive marketplace. With over 16 years of experience in marketing across different industries and regions, Robyn has a unique approach to crafting brand messaging that resonates with audiences and helps individuals unlock their full potential. In this episode, we explore Robyn's secrets to...

Breaking Records and Breaking Barriers: An Olympian's Mission to Empower Youth and Women in Sports Our guest today is Dr. Sarra Lajnef, an exceptional athlete and inspiration to many. She's a Tunisian Olympic swimmer, rower, and triathlete who has achieved remarkable feats in her career. Sarra holds two Guinness World Records, a Triathlon Pan Arab Championships Medal, a FINA Master Swimming 4 times World Championship, and a UAE National Rowing Championship title. Aside from her impressive...

In this episode, I enjoyed joining Jouhayna to chat about her inspiring story. She made history as the youngest and second Emirati female in an "area control center" in UAE, becoming a role model for women worldwide. Jouhayna is a true warrior, driven by grit, determination, and dedication. Despite her challenges, she pursued her dreams and achieved her goals. Her passion for her career has led her to speak at schools and events to raise awareness about career choices and the profession...

Welcome to Superhuman Switch, where we interview successful entrepreneurs and business leaders who achieve remarkable success while maintaining their well-being. In this episode, we talk with Nelio, the founder and CEO of Urban Monks, a growth studio in Dubai that creates remarkable brands. With almost a decade of experience as a growth marketer and entrepreneur, Nelio shares his passion for edgy, digitally-driven brands.  Join us as we explore Nelio's journey to entrepreneurship, his work...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Zeina, the founder and driving force behind Z7 Communications, one of the top luxury PR agencies in the Middle East. Zeina embarked on a journey of self-discovery that has led her to where she is today, inspiring many along the way. Despite the challenges, Zeina has managed to find a balance. She imparts her wisdom on staying grounded and connected to what matters in life. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply seeking inspiration, this...

I had the pleasure of hosting Omar, the founder of Global Possibilities and a successful entrepreneur, investor, advisor, and best-selling author in the United Arab Emirates of the book “Just read it.” With 18+ years of experience advising individuals, businesses, and government agencies, Omar has a wealth of knowledge to share. We discussed his passion for entrepreneurship and how he manages it while leading a balanced lifestyle.  Tune in to discover the secrets to Omar's success and...

Hey there! Today, we're chatting with Layal, a super-mom to three kids, Head of Marketing at MBC Media Solutions (part of the amazing MBC Group, the biggest media company in the Middle East & North Africa), and the creative force behind Gemini Bakes. Join us as we hear about Layal's journey in marketing with some of the top media companies in the Middle East, her passion for food that inspired her amazing online baking channel, and her tips for balancing it all while taking care of her...

Andrew is an experienced and passionate leader in the field of learning and development, having spent over 30 years dedicated to helping others reach their full potential. As the Vice President of Learning and Development at Etihad Aviation Group, he is also recognized as one of the top HR leaders in the UAE, ranking 1st in the Top 10 for 2023. Connect with Andrew LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstotts CONNECT WITH SAF Website: https://www.safwanalturk.com LinkedIn:...

Tima is the first Lebanese woman to climb Mount Everest in 2019, and the first Lebanese woman to ski the final degree to the South Pole in December 2022 - Completing the 7 summits - the highest mountains on 7 continents.  Not only is she a skilled mountain climber, but she is also a mission-driven entrepreneur, coach, speaker, and author. When she's not climbing mountains, Tima is the founder of Mountain Gipsy, a professional coaching business. She also started Feministiya, a sustainable...

A great chat with Diego, the Co-Founder and CEO of Frío Sparkling Water, and Senior Consultant for the Dubai CrossFit® Championship. He shared with us his journey in discovering his passion for the fitness industry and how it led him to move to the Gulf and start his own business, Frío. He also talked about the challenges of balancing his business and taking care of his health along the way. It is difficult to understand or make sense of the events and experiences that happen in our lives...

Jess is a marketer by heart for more than 15 years.  In 2007, she joined OMD, a top global agency in media communications. Throughout her time there, she's had the opportunity to work on a variety of businesses and brands across the Middle East and North Africa. We talked about her love for sports and how she had to give up professional basketball due to an injury.  But despite that setback, she shared how she's been able to find other ways to stay active and enjoy different sports, like...

Nataliia is Six times World record holder.  Five times World champion in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021. With a depth of 102m, with a breath hold of 6mins 23sec.  One of the two women in history to dive the Arch of Blue Hole only with a monofin Seventh woman in world history to reach a depth of 100 meters in a single breath.  CONNECT WITH NATALIIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zharkova_freediver  Train with her in Deep Dive Dubai: Website: https://www.deepdivedubai.com  Instagram:...

Rami Alhamad is a Syrian-Canadian engineer and entrepreneur who is passionate about technology, design, & business strategy.  He founded and ran PUSH, a leading wearable startup focused on sports performance tracking with over 150+ pro athletes, and teams including multiple Olympic organizations. (Irish Rugby Union, Chelsea, Washington Nationals, Stanford, Notre Dame, Tokyo Giants, Chinese Olympic Committee, and others).  PUSH was sold in 2021 to WHOOP and Rami joined WHOOP's executive...

A coach, a competitive athlete, and a real-life influencer.   Adam lifts the most weight relative to his body weight. This year he placed:  - 1st in the British Classic Men's Championships in March.  -10th in the World Classic Powerlifting Championships in June.  - 5th in the Arnold Sports Festival in September.  A humble person with a huge determination to face the challenges that life brings. CONNECT WITH ADAM Instagram:...