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The Diary Of A Strongman

The Diary Of A Strongman

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Ep 108Kaos English Championships: Josh and Mollie's approach to optimising technique and strategy

We discuss how we will prepare for Kaos English Championships - including event intricacies and how aim to avoid common pitfalls. Event 1 Log for reps. All reps Floor to Overhead, 12" Log for all Classes. 60s time limit. All kit allowed including Grip Tops. Event 2 3 reps on lighter axle bar into rep out on deadlift bar 60s time limit. All kit allowed including suits. Event 3 Farmers Walk 10m+10m+10m Choice of Weights used. Two lengths must be completed in the 60s time limit to score if chosen the heavier weight. No straps or adhesive substances DW Farmers used Event 4 Yoke/Sandbag run Yoke to be carried 10m then Sandbag Carried same 10m before loading over your own yoke. Strength Shop Riot Yoke + Strength Register Sandbags All kit allowed including Grip Tops but any adhesives are banned Bag can be carried and loaded in any way Event 5 Sandbag to Shoulder Medley 60s Time Limit Strength Register Bags Sandbag must be fully on shoulder and dropped forward

Jan 8, 20251h 2m

Ep 107Axle clean quick fixes and slow fixes | E111

- long term flexibility - short term positioning - ideally weight distribution - how should we move the bar - fixed axle, what’s the difference?

Dec 20, 202331 min

Ep 106Fix Imposter Syndrome | With ’The Strongman Psychologist’ | E110

In this episode of the British Strongman Podcast, we discuss Imposter Syndrome and it's affect on Strongman competition. 🤔Many of us have felt like imposters at one point or another in our lives. Whether it’s in our personal or professional lives, this feeling can be very debilitating. But how do we deal with imposter syndrome, especially when it comes to Strongman competitions? 😊It’s important to understand that imposter syndrome is actually quite common. It’s estimated that 70% of people will experience imposter syndrome at some point in their lives. So, if you’re feeling like an imposter, know that you’re not alone. 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️One of the best ways to deal with imposter syndrome is to talk to someone about it. This can be a friend, family member, therapist, or even a coach. Talking about your feelings can help you to understand them better and can also help to dissipate some of the power that they hold over you. 🤙Another way to deal with imposter syndrome is to focus on your positive accomplishments. Write them down and refer back to them when you’re feeling like an imposter. This can help you to remember that you are capable and that you have proved it in the past. 🎯 Finally, it’s important to have realistic expectations. No one is perfect and everyone has room for improvement. When you’re feeling like an imposter, try to remember that everyone experiences these feelings at times and that you’re not alone in this. This podcast is all about bringing access to Strongman programming and technical excellence to everyone. Content credit to Josh Lancaster and Kurtis Cusimano. 📷 Instagram: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh_lancaster_strongman_u80kg/ Shane: https://www.instagram.com/mstsystems/ Kurtis: https://www.instagram.com/the_strongman_psychologist/ 👨‍💻 FREE 14 Day Trial Strongman Technical Coaching: https://www.britishstrongmancoaching.com/products/innercircle14dayfreetrial/ 👨‍💻 FREE 7 Day Trial Strongman Programming: https://www.mstsystems.co.uk/subscribe

Dec 7, 202231 min

Ep 102Dizzy On Log, Bracing On Deadlifts, and How Much We Should Improve | E109

In this episode of the British Strongman Podcast, we discuss ways that have helped us stop going dizzy on the log press. This podcast is all about bringing access to Strongman programming and technical excellence to everyone. Content credit to Josh Lancaster and Shane Jerman. 📷 Instagram: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh_lancaster_strongman_u80kg/ Shane: https://www.instagram.com/mstsystems/ 👨‍💻 FREE 14 Day Trial Strongman Technical Coaching: https://www.britishstrongmancoaching.com/products/innercircle14dayfreetrial 👨‍💻 FREE 7 Day Trial Strongman Programming: https://www.mstsystems.co.uk/subscribe

Nov 30, 202216 min

Ep 105Strongwoman Pathway (UK) and Programming Principles For Busy Women | With Mollie Wagstaff | E108

0:00 Strongwoman Pathway (UK) 8:47 Becky Noon Client Case Study 21:34 Programming Principles For Busy Women 38:34 How To Prioritise When Only Time For A Short Prep 43:38 Mollie’s Coaching Philosophy 46:42 How To Come Back From Injury 52:49 Mollie’s Ideal Client - 3 Principles 6 Week Trial With Mollie: https://www.britishstrongmancoaching....

Nov 27, 202257 min

Ep 102Underrated or Overrated: Eddie Hall, SBD Belts, Back Squats | E107

In this episode of the British Strongman Podcast, we discuss whether things are overrated or underrated. We discuss Eddie Hall, SBD Belts, and Back Squats. This podcast is all about bringing access to Strongman programming and technical excellence to everyone. Content credit to Josh Lancaster and Shane Jerman. 📷 Instagram: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh_lancaster_strongman_u80kg/ Shane: https://www.instagram.com/mstsystems/ 👨‍💻 FREE 14 Day Trial Strongman Technical Coaching: https://www.britishstrongmancoaching.com/products/innercircle14dayfreetrial 👨‍💻 FREE 7 Day Trial Strongman Programming: https://www.mstsystems.co.uk/subscribe

Nov 23, 202222 min

Ep 104250kg To 350kg Deadlift (Tim’s Programme) and The Weight Class Strongman Pathways | With Tim Daglish | E106

0:00 Pathway For Aspiring Weight Class Strongman (Tested and Untested) 34:26 How To Get From 250kg - 350kg Deadlift

Nov 20, 202240 min

Ep 102’If You’re Gonna Play The Game, Play The Game...’ | E105

In this episode of the British Strongman Podcast, we talk about the idea of still getting stuck in and committed to the competition, even if your prospects of winning are low. Next we talk about the next trends in Strongman (and also what we'd like to see). We also break down Dan's axle clean and jerk technique from numerous angles. This podcast is all about bringing access to Strongman programming and technical excellence to everyone. Content credit to Josh Lancaster and Shane Jerman. 📷 Instagram: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh_lancaster_strongman_u80kg/ Shane: https://www.instagram.com/mstsystems/ 👨‍💻 FREE 14 Day Trial Strongman Technical Coaching: https://www.britishstrongmancoaching.com/products/innercircle14dayfreetrial 👨‍💻 FREE 7 Day Trial Strongman Programming: https://www.mstsystems.co.uk/subscribe

Nov 16, 202225 min

Ep 103From Failure To Record `Breaker | With Paul Smith | E104

Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:16 ✅ Training Specificity Importance? 12:48 ✅ Cardio For Strongman? 27:18 ✅ Training Phases Simplified! 39:37 ✅ Periodisation For Injury Prevention! 43:50 ✅ Considerations For Natty Athletes? 50:31 ✅ How To Balance Training With Life! 1:05:02 ✅ Pre-Workout Nutrition For Strongman

Nov 13, 20221h 16m

Ep 102’Everything is Wrong’...Josh and Shane React to OSG u80kg Documentary | E103

In this episode of the British Strongman Podcast, we talk about the idea of embracing your personality traits and how this transfers to elite performance. Josh and Shane react to: World's Strongest Man u80kg | WIN or DIE trying. Watch the full @Official Strongman COM documentary here: https://youtu.be/dlplFLtI0Ic This podcast is all about bringing access to Strongman programming and technical excellence to everyone. Content credit to Josh Lancaster and Shane Jerman. 📷 Instagram: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh_lancaster_strongman_u80kg/ Shane: https://www.instagram.com/mstsystems/ 👨‍💻 FREE 14 Day Trial Strongman Technical Coaching: 👨‍💻 FREE 7 Day Trial Strongman Programming: https://www.mstsystems.co.uk/subscribe

Nov 9, 202217 min

Ep 96The Secret To Getting Rid Of Back Pump | E102

Nov 2, 202215 min

Ep 1013 Things You Need To Know About Bicep Tendons | E101

Oct 26, 202220 min

Ep 101Making Weight For Strength Sports (DON’T CUT WEIGHT) with Dan ’Flash’ Ashcroft | E100

0:00 Flash's Weight Cut Protocol (From 4 Weeks Out) 7:10 Sweat Protocol Baths vs Sauna 17:22 Water Loading Hack 19:25 What We Do Once We've Made Weight - REHYDRATION 27:03 How Much Do We Find Ideal To Cut For Maximum Performance 34:13 The Resources We Have Used To Learn To Cut 37:04 Why You SHOULDN'T Cut Weight 42:11 The TRUTH About Cutting Weight For Strongman

Oct 24, 202250 min

Ep 100Which Song Did Radio 2 Listeners Dedicate To Josh’s Dumbbell World Record? | E99

Jun 20, 20225 min

Ep 99Josh u80kg Dumbbell World Radio Interview (Beyond Radio) | E98

Jun 17, 20229 min

Ep 97Shane’s Peak For 200 Log: The Roadmap...| E97

Apr 27, 202216 min

Ep 98Clash On The Coast - What You Need To Know! | E96

- How to watch - Luke's predictions - Details of the Record Breaker scheduled attempts Thanks to Luke Davies (Kaos Strength)

Apr 22, 202217 min

Ep 94The Truth About Liquid Chalk | E95

Liquid chalk we have enjoyed the most in the last 12 months. Option 1 Affinity Grip Jizz: 'Alien Grip Jizz. A highly concentrated liquid chalk that offers a grip thats "outta this world"... eurgh. A pea sized drop will see you through most of your grip work and the unique colour and formula will leave very little residue. Less Jizz, less mess.' Personal review: I like the fact a little goes a long way. Can use effectively and create less mess than powder/block chalk in terms of volume per effective dose. https://www.iamthecaveman.com/product-page/alien-grip-jizz Option 2 MyProtein: 'Our Liquid Chalk can be used in all of your training sessions to reduce sweating and improve grip strength. Apply to hands or feet as required. After use we recommend using soapy water to wash the product off. Do not taste or swallow and it is always best to test first on a small patch of skin to check for any reaction.' Personal reviews: This is the first liquid chalk I used approx 6 years ago. I’ve tried cheaper alternatives that have generally never been anywhere near as good, so always returned to this. https://amzn.to/3rK3gDl

Apr 21, 202211 min

Ep 93Shane Flowers’ Biggest Regret | E94 (Guest)

- Discover the most important personality trait to be successful in Strongman... - What do people misunderstand about Shane... - Shane's biggest regret...

Apr 19, 202240 min

Ep 92Finally, How To Get Better At Strongman Without Competing | E93

- Is experience overrated? - Learn the most important variables for achieving long term success...

Apr 17, 202216 min

Ep 923 Strategies Shane Flowers Used To Boss Giants Live | E92

- Discover what it takes to make it to the top... - Learn how you can help Shane on his journey...

Apr 13, 202215 min

Ep 92How I Failed Farmer’s (Josh) | E91

- How Josh failed farmer's, and how you can avoid this...

Apr 11, 202210 min

Ep 91OFFERS: MST App ’1 Week Free’, LBSC MasterClass ’Pay What You Want’ | E90

0:00 MST Systems App release and offer! 11:39 Strongman Technical MasterClass details

Apr 6, 202223 min

Ep 90Episode 89 - 🤓How To Finally Get Rid Of Knee Pain On Squat Day Without A Trip To The Physio🛠

1️⃣ Find out our protocols we use to manage knee pain with ourselves and our clients 2️⃣ Find out the exercise that has magically reduced shin splints on moving events for MST members

Mar 28, 202219 min

Ep 89Episode 88 - 🙂The 3 Secrets To Get Your Mindset Right For Comp Day✅

1️⃣ How to manage your own ego? 2️⃣ How to be mentally prepared for the events? 3️⃣ What you should expect from the comp organisers/promotors?

Mar 23, 202216 min

Ep 88Episode 87 - The Three Most Important Principles For Peaking Your Deadlift!

Mar 16, 202235 min

Ep 87Episode 86 - The Top 7 Exercises For Strongman

- let us know if you agree ?

Mar 11, 202247 min

Ep 86Episode 85 - Anthony Fuhrman - 2 x WSM u105 (and Clash Father)

- Athlete - Vision for Clash and Weight Class Sport - Strengthlete

Mar 4, 202250 min

Ep 85Episode 84 - How we’re going to help THOUSANDS through programming and technical coaching!

Feb 15, 202227 min

Ep 84Episode 83 - How we can help YOU (an update on our latest projects)

Feb 8, 202228 min

Ep 83Episode 82 -Josh vs Shane in April?!

Feb 1, 202227 min

Ep 82Episode 81 - 3 Top Tips to Building a Bulletproof Grip

- England's Strongest Man Qualifiers - Our top tips to training grip

Jan 25, 202230 min

Ep 81Episode 80 - 3 Top Tips To Maximise Strongman Squat

- suit wraps, sleeves? - speciality bars?

Jan 4, 202235 min

Ep 80Episode 79 - 5 Performance Pillars to Maximising Your Axle

- Skill - Strength - Assistance?

Dec 21, 202137 min

Ep 79Episode 78 - Our personal goal setting examples to enhance motivation...rounded back squats ego lifting or value adders?

- goal setting examples to help enhance motivation! - rounded back squat...ego lifting or can it be beneficial?

Dec 14, 202130 min

Ep 78Episode 77 - Programming/workout tips to keep motivation high during the off-season!

- Programming/workout tips to keep motivation high during the off-season!

Dec 7, 202129 min

Ep 77Episode 76 - BSM chat (try this cue on dumbbell) and Shane‘s plan for comp YouTube coverage!

- Britain's Strongest Man chat - Dumbbell tech/cues to try - Shane's plan for YouTube content and comp coverage!

Oct 19, 202125 min

Ep 76Episode 75 - ‘British Strongman Games‘ teaser - MST, LBSC, 3D, KAOS join forces

- How we're going to take Strongman Weight Class sport into the next era!

Sep 28, 20217 min

Ep 75Episode 74 - STRENGTHREGISTER.COM for all Strongman fixtures! MST, LBSC, 3D STRENGTH, KAOS collab a good idea?

- What is the Strength Register? - Should MST, Lean Body Strength Club, Kaos, and 3D Strength work together to put on a 'super show' for the men's weight classes?

Sep 21, 202110 min

Ep 74Episode 73 - ANXIETY

- ANXIETY... can we manage it holistically, and how can it affect training? - STRENGTH REGISTER - the new go-to Strongman events/fixtures/results resource! - Details of new MST ebook designed for people getting into the sport!

Sep 14, 202135 min

Ep 73England’s, Fitxpo, Brit’s u120s, and BNSF Discussion

- England’s Strongest Woman, England’s Strongest Man - FitXpo - Brit’s u120s a good idea? - BNSF Results - Someone to record results officially?

Aug 17, 202143 min

Ep 72Episode 71 - FitXpo, ESW, ESM, Deadlift World Record

- FitXpo preview, come see Shane on the Conteh stand - Come and see Lucy Underdown smash the deadlift world record - Come and see England's Strongest Woman on Saturday and England's Strongest Man on Sunday

Aug 3, 202123 min

Ep 71Episode 70 - Nutrition protocols we are using right now (they're VERY different)

- Fasting vs regular meals? - Tracking vs intuitive eating? - Is eating meat essential? - Don't get pigeon-holed!

Jul 20, 202138 min

Ep 70Episode 69 - How to prep for those events hard to measure!

- How to prep for those events hard to measure? - How to prepare for different comp kit - How we should manage our expectations

Jul 13, 202119 min

Ep 69Episode 68 - Lean Body Strongman Programming Method

- Throwing bags for sale - Can Lean Body Strongman Programming method work for bigger guys and/or guys taking gear?

Jul 6, 202140 min

Ep 68Episode 67 - Log pads, dumbbell pads, elite comp visions, client successes

- MST drop pads! - MSTBOT development - Visions for elite comps for the weight classes - Client success

Jun 29, 20211h 4m

Ep 67Episode 66 - Britain's Strongest Man u80kg Recap (with Luke Davies)

- Full show summary! - Excited news regarding OSG qualification! - Plans for future!

Jun 15, 20211h 46m

Ep 66Epiosode 65 - All about grip!

- How important is grip for Strongman? - Best way to train grip in terms of carryover?

Jun 8, 202137 min

Ep 65Episode 64 - Comp day bag...what's in our gym bag?

- belts, sleeves, brands we recommend - learn Shane's ritual to save his comp day being ruined by the shits!

Jun 1, 202131 min

Ep 64FREE Yoke Coaching

- how far should we step out? - should our footwork mechanics change as we go heavier? - is bracing overrated? - where should you have your hands?

May 25, 202135 min