04/08/2021
APE #24
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In episode 24, talks about starting out on and going from powerlifting to bodybuilding and what brought him back to strength sports. He also discusses why he dislikes training squats and deadlifts but still wants to perform in squat, bench and deadlift meets, when he started to utilise his bench press arch and how he's been able to keep it up and why he focuses heavily on warming up, activation and getting his body ready moving into the session.
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Kevin also discusses meditation and mental health and why he uses meditation to to keep his health, stress and business in check.
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28/07/2021
APE #22
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Episode 22 is the Part 2 to the podcast.
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In this second part, Stan tells why he is so big on preparation, why he actually lowers protein levels to help hard gainers pack on mass and why carbohydrates are the secret weapon in maximising performance.
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He also explains how he prefers his athletes to eat and hydrate leading up to competitions and during and the steps he takes to ensure his athletes are on plan, even when competing away internationally.
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Follow the link in our bio to find the podcast on YouTube, Spotify and iTunes.
24/07/2021
APE #18
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In episode 18, finds out how Aaron Kroll got into Olympic Lifting from Rowing as he shares tales of the coaches that left positive influences on his life and lifting career.
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Aaron explains he puts an emphasis on remaining positive in the gym environment, even on your bad days, why having a supportive team around you is key for an athlete to develop and how training can change lives.
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Use the link in the bio to watch/listen to the full episode on YouTube, Spotify or iTunes now!!!
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22/07/2021
APE #16
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In episode 16, talks to about how flitting between bodybuilding and strongman meant he didn't feel overly pressured by either and how he found training at Westside Barbell
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Peter also shares his road to recovery after pulling a 385kg deadlift with a torn bicep and how he's introducing light cardio back into his training routine.
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20/07/2021
APE #14
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Episode 14 features talking about focusing on himself in competitions and what helped him to become an All Time World Record Holder.
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Matt also discusses with what programme styles he believes should be used for beginner, intermediate and advanced lifting stages and the best way to build a foundation for young children and lifting.
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18/07/2021
APE #12
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In episode 12, opens up about the complications if working a full time job and becoming a pro strongman. He also talks about competing in the Strongman Championship League and recounts the experience of competing at Britain's Strongest Man.
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Ryan also discusses with how he works around injuries in competition and how he chooses which competitions to enter.
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