In this episode of the Elite Podcast, we interview Greg Allison, a former Royal Marine Commando, Met Police Armed Protection Officer, and Martial Arts Entrepreneur. We discuss Allison's journey from discovering he could get abs in his thirties to making slight tweaks in his nutrition, which led him to join the Marines. They delve into his career in the Met Police, including dramatic events and experiences in Croydon and within the Diplomatic Protection Group, as well as his switch to professional martial arts coaching. Alongside captivating stories from his time as a bodyguard and his approach to training and nutrition, Allison shares insights from his successful martial arts school, filled with over 300 students. They explore the challenges and rewards of this lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of consistency and association for achieving success.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:48 Coaching and Body Transformation
03:39 Navigating Nutrition and Fitness Trends
08:45 Growing Up in Portsmouth
11:01 Martial Arts Beginnings
13:13 Competing in Karate
19:27 Joining the Royal Marines
25:48 Struggles and Adaptations in Training
27:11 Life After the Marines
29:19 Experiences as a Doorman
32:07 Joining the Met Police
36:19 Diplomatic Protection and Bodyguarding
44:05 Transition to Martial Arts Instruction
47:06 Building a Successful Martial Arts School
50:42 Consistency and Growth in Business
52:27 Final Thoughts

The Elite Podcast is a brand-new show where host Lee Matthews speaks to individuals who are at the top of their industry and profession. The guests will be from different backgrounds including combat sports, military, and business to coaching. Lee will be finding out along with you why they have become the best in their fields and enjoyed acclaimed success and what they all share – their determination to become ELITE in their field.

Lee Matthews is a former paratrooper, kickboxing world champion and now entrepreneur. He is the owner of the UK's biggest chain of martial arts centres.

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