Hosted by Elite Middle East strength & conditioning and sports performance specialist Johnny Nemer, the JNP Podcast dives deep into the world of sports, fitness, and performance with some of the region’s most influential athletes, coaches, and professionals.
Each episode offers a high-level, professional conversation exploring the physical, mental, and strategic dimensions of athletic success, along with rare behind-the-scenes insights from those shaping the industry across the Middle East.
From training methodologies and mental conditioning to personal journeys and untold stories, we go beyond the surface to educate and inspire.
Mastering the Mind Through the Body: Julien Khoury on Breathwork & Cold Plunges | JNP Podcast Ep. 8
In this episode, Johnny Nemer sits with Julien Khoury, wellness expert and founder of Breasy Ice Bath, to explore how he built a thriving wellness brand from the ground up. Julien opens up about the early challenges of growing a business rooted in mindfulness and recovery, how he mastered the science behind cold exposure, and how simple practices can create profound physical and mental transformation.
Julien shares his evolution from the fitness space into holistic wellness, highlighting what inspired him to turn breathwork into a movement. His approach blends science, mindfulness, and community, showing how intentional breathing and exposure techniques can help anyone achieve inner calm and cultivate resilience.
Hosted by Elite Middle East strength & conditioning and sports performance specialist, Johnny Nemer.
2 Oct 2025
Quick Fixes vs. Real Habits: Tonie-Maria on Better Living & Nutrition | JNP Podcast Ep. 7
In this episode, Johnny sits down with Tonie-Maria Abinader, a nutritionist passionate about making eating simple and sustainable. They dive into the fundamentals of clean eating, how to build lasting healthy habits, and practical steps to improve gut health and reduce inflammation.
Along the way, Johnny and Tonie also unpack her personal journey into nutrition, the values that drive her work, and how her vision for Generation H is helping to inspire healthier lifestyles in the region. Her story highlights the power of consistency and the importance of making wellness accessible to everyone.
Hosted by Elite Middle East strength & conditioning and sports performance specialist, Johnny Nemer.
18 Sept 2025
Healing Beyond Treatment: Dr. Tamara Ghazi on Integrated Wellness and Sports | JNP Podcast Ep. 6
In this episode, Johnny Nemer sits down with Dr. Tamara Ghazi, a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine who takes a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to treating and preventing musculoskeletal injuries in therapy.
In their conversation, Dr. Tamara discusses her journey as a chiropractor, the meaning of integrated wellness, building resilience through movement and sports, and the challenges of running a clinic. Her story highlights how true healing goes beyond treatment, it’s about adaptability, balance, and empowering others to thrive.
Hosted by Elite Middle East strength & conditioning and sports performance specialist, Johnny Nemer.
1 Sept 2025
The Woman Who Started It All: Rania Boucher on Shaping Dubai's Fitness Ecosystem | JNP Podcast Ep. 5
In this episode, Johnny Nemer sits down with Rania Boucher, the Managing Director of MEFITPRO and Chairperson of the MEFIT Summit. They unpack how proper education shapes elite coaching, the realities of the UAE fitness scene, and what it takes to raise trainer standards across the region. (https://www.healthandfitness.org/about/media-center/press-releases/hfa-partners-with-mefit/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Together, Johnny and Rania explore her fitness journey and the lessons she learned along the way. Her journey reveals that great coaches never stop learning, a quality that is sometimes missing in today’s fitness industry.
Hosted by Elite Middle East strength & conditioning and sports performance specialist, Johnny Nemer.
14 Aug 2025
The Art of Program Design: Ross Gilmour on Training, PEDs & Physique Coaching | JNP Podcast Ep. 4
In this episode, Johnny Nemer sits down with Ross Gilmour, a seasoned physique coach and Resistance Training Specialist, to discuss the fine details of performance, physique development, and the coaching industry.
From CrossFit versus strength & conditioning to the realities of natural and enhanced bodybuilding, Ross shares hard-earned insights on training methodology, nutrition, program design, and the challenges of working both with clients and other coaches. This is a deep dive into the science, practice, and ethics of coaching at the highest level.
Hosted by Elite Middle East strength & conditioning and sports performance specialist, Johnny Nemer.
31 Jul 2025
A Different Perspective on S&C: Tarek Alzaim on Training, Recovery and Mindset | JNP Podcast Ep. 3
In this episode, Johnny Nemer sits down with Tarek Alzaim, one of the UAE’s top strength & conditioning coaches, to talk recovery, mindset, motivation, and how to build programs that actually work.
Known for his intent-driven methodology, Tarek has trained some of the region’s biggest names, including Lebanese basketball star Wael Arakji. Together, Tarek and Johnny reflect on shared experiences, break down key principles of elite performance, and share what it really takes to thrive in the gym and beyond.
Hosted by Elite Middle East strength & conditioning and sports performance specialist, Johnny Nemer.
17 Jul 2025
From Training Ballon d'Or Winners to Growing a Brand: Coach Nic on Grit & Growth | JNP Podcast Ep. 2
Coach Nic is known for having trained some of football’s biggest names, from Ballon d’Or winner and 5-times UEFA Champions League winner Karim Benzema to Alphonso Davies, Renato Sanches, William Saliba, Jesse Lingard and more.
In this episode, strength coach Nicolas St-Maurice opens up about his journey, the mindset behind his success, and what it really takes to build a lasting brand in the world of strength and conditioning. Join us as we peel back the layers of his incredible career and the deciding factors in his global success.
1 Jul 2025
Becoming an Arab MMA Champion: Tarek Suleiman on Mindset, Setbacks & Community | JNP Podcast Ep. 1
Step inside the mind of one of the Arab world’s top MMA fighters. In the very first episode of the JNP Podcast, Johnny Nemer sits down with Tarek Suleiman for an unfiltered, in-depth conversation about life inside and outside the cage.
From fight camp struggles and mental preparation to the impact of fatherhood and the importance of representing the region, Tarek shares what truly drives him as an athlete and as a person.
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