Beyond The Banter

25/03/2026

2 weeks in. No crash diets. No BS. Just better habits.

Since 11 March I’ve been tracking things properly using the Hume Health Pod at home and adding The MAN Shake into the workday.

Truth is, I didn’t start this to “lose weight”.
My issue was simple… inconsistent or crap eating during work hours. Too many coffees, not enough real fuel. Just powering through.

So I swapped the chaos and coffees for something consistent.

Here’s where things are already at:

Weight: 102.2kg → 99.6kg
Body fat: 36.5% → 36.1%
Fat mass: 37.3kg → 36.0kg
Lean mass: up slightly (60.0kg → 60.1kg)

Nothing extreme. No starvation. No cutting everything out.

Just:

- Better protein
- More fibre
- Actually fuelling during the day instead of relying on caffeine

And the biggest difference?

- No more 3pm crash.
- No more hands shaking.
- Energy is steady.
- Feel better across the board.

Movement was never the issue for me… work, kids, DIY, always on the go. It was what I was (or wasn’t) putting in.

If you’re flat, running on coffee and skipping proper food… start there. Doesn’t need to be complicated.

Small fixes. Real impact.

- Topher | Co-Founder

25/03/2026

We have listened! 👂 👂 👂

Banter Bench is now in person and virtual.

April 23rd 2026

Register via link in bio! Or go to www.beyondthebanter.org

20/03/2026

Most blokes are carrying more than they let on.

▪︎ 1 in 8 men will experience depression in their lifetime

▪︎ 1 in 5 will deal with anxiety

▪︎ 3 out of 4 suicides in Australia are men

Yet most of us still default to “I’m fine”.

That’s the stigma. We’re taught to push through, not speak up. To be the steady one. The bloke who doesn’t need help. But that silence is where things build.

One practical thing you can do today:
Check in on one mate.

Not “how’s things”
Try: “Hey mate, how are you really going?”

That one small shift can open a proper conversation.

And if you’re the one doing it tough, flip it. Reach out. You don’t need the perfect words. Just start.

We call it Got 8 M8?
But it starts with just one.

👉 Jump in here: beyondthebanter.org

19/03/2026

10 cars. 20 blokes. One weekend (24/25 October)
A weekend on the tracks built around M8ship.

Learn. Get stuck. Recover. Have a crack together.
No pressure. No ego.

Tailored to blokes learning about their 4X4 to get off dirty.

It’s not about getting to the top.
It’s about showing up.

Topher & Chris will be having a crack at Beer O'clock Hill

Launching soon.
👉 Register your interest to be first in.

https://beyondthebanter.org/banter-4x4-weekend-1

The Springs 4x4 Park | Team Bree Offroad | Beyond The Banter

WE STILL HAVE SPONSOR SPOTS AVAILABLE.

Hosted by Beyond The Banter at The Springs 4X4 Park in Warwick (2.5hr from Gold Coast or Brisbane), this weekend is about getting out on the tracks, learning together and looking out for your mate along the way.

18/03/2026

Ahh lads, bit of a tough one…

Unfortunately we’ve had to pull the pin on tonight’s Banter Bench.

Gutted to make the call, we were keen as to get around it with you all.

We will be back bigger and better in April 👊

15/03/2026

Great day out with my boys at the Brisbane National 4x4 Outdoors Show.

The boys were pretty excited to meet Lucas from The Springs 4x4 Park Beer O’Clock Hill videos, and I was pumped to finally say g’day in person and looking forward to heading out there in October for a Beyond The Banter weekend.

Watching Matt & Lucas from Mad Mates run through a recovery demo was pretty cool and a good reminder that getting stuck off-road is one thing… recovering safely is another.

The kids had a ball, but we try not to post too many photos of them online, so this caricature version will have to do the job.

Also had a good chat with Rob from Mickey Thompson Tires Australia, who reckons if I’m serious about tackling Beer O’Clock Hill I might need to swap out my Cooper AT3s for a set of Boss ATs. They made a pretty convincing case.

Caught up with the Uniden crew as well talking all things comms. With my birthday coming up, I’m quietly hoping a nice new radio might find its way into the Ford Everest.

It was pretty busy so didn’t get a chance to properly chat with the ARB 4x4 Accessories or Bushwakka Adventure Gear teams this time, but great to see so many people passionate about getting out there and doing it safely.

Really good to connect with and learn more about The Harrison Payne Initiative Inc. They’re doing important work educating people about safe beach driving so everyone can keep enjoying the outdoors while making sure mates and families get home safely.

More to be announced as we finalise October Bush Banter & M8s weekend.

Good people, good conversations and a great day with the boys.

Topher

11/03/2026

Trying to practise what we preach a bit at Beyond The Banter lately.

Nothing drastic, just making a few small changes to look after my health a bit better. Picked up a Hume Health scale so I can actually see what’s going on rather than guessing. It’s a bit of a reality check looking at things like body fat, muscle and visceral fat, but also good motivation to keep improving.

I’ve also been using a The MAN Shake during the day. Not chasing some extreme weight loss plan, more just using it to keep food needs stable and stop the random snacking or grabbing whatever’s quick when work gets busy. It’s just an easy way to keep things consistent.

Jarvis the doggo also makes sure I get out for a walk most days, whether I planned to or not.

And for a bit of serious silliness… I’ve even started a skincare routine using CeraVe Skincare cleansers. Turns out blokes can wash their face with something other than whatever soap is closest to the sink.

Point being, looking after yourself doesn’t have to be complicated. A few small habits, a bit of accountability and a laugh at yourself along the way goes a long way.

If you’ve been thinking about getting yourself back on track, maybe this is your sign. Doesn’t have to be perfect. Start somewhere.

Even if it’s just a walk with the dog.
Got 8, M8?

- Topher

05/03/2026

Mates in Sydney - this is for you! Banter Bench Round Circle

Please join us for a night of discussion, empowerment and most importantly, banter!

This is our second event of the year!

Please go to www.beyondthebanter.org for further details.

18/02/2026

Tomorrow 19th Feb - Banter Bench

Men’s mental health round circle

Register below:

https://linktr.ee/beyond_the_banter



Our Great Mate Daryl

We love you champion. Our thoughts are with you on your battle.

04/02/2026

Massive shoutout to Jackson at Uneik Graphics 👏

THIS LOOKS AWESOME....

Absolutely nailed the brief, amazing attention to detail, and communication was spot on from start to finish.

Proud to be working with legends who not only deliver quality work, but also back men’s mental health and support what we’re building at Beyond The Banter.

Good people. Great work. Cheers for having our backs.