Lift For Life with Graham and Angus

Angus & Graham discuss running and fat loss. Running is often seen as a go-to for fat loss, but it is a blunt and inefficient tool. The calories burned are modest for the time invested and are frequently offset by a sharp rise in hunger later in the day. Repeated long-distance running can promote muscle loss as the body adapts for efficiency. That slows metabolism, encouraging fat accumulation...

Angus and Graham discuss that weight training and strength is not essential in today’s society. Modern conveniences such as cars, escalators, desk-based employment and online shopping mean that you can allow physical decline and not suffer in the medium term. However, later in life the damage will become increasingly obvious. They then go on to talk about the joy that comes from being stronger at...

Graham & Angus go back to basics to start the New Year. They discuss how they would start a renewed fitness and health regime in 2026. Motivation fades but discipline sustains. How would they do it ? Graham suggests going slow. Too many people accelerate from zero to full speed in January, and that strategy is doomed to fail within a short period. Lift For Life ◼️Follow Lift For Life - https:/...

After some chat about their respective holidays in Kenya and Oman, Graham & Angus discuss Dry January. They dive into its history, how it immediately impacts your body and its longer-term effects. Graham’s research results in him modifying his preconceived ideas. Lift For Life ◼️Follow Lift For Life - https://bit.ly/4nYt6yA ◼️Follow Angus - https://bit.ly/3KQKDdq ◼️Follow Graham - https://bit....

In this festive episode, Graham & Angus discuss how they enjoy Christmas because it’s a time when there are more opportunities to train, as it’s less busy at work. They discuss their Christmas Day routine, Christmas traditions, and some obvious hacks.

The term “muscle toning” is a marketing invention with no scientific definition. Graham & Angus discuss what is actually means to “get a toned body” and how you do it. Lift For Life ◼️Follow Lift For Life - https://bit.ly/4nYt6yA ◼️Follow Angus - https://bit.ly/3KQKDdq ◼️Follow Graham - https://bit.ly/4n8nKQ3 #LiftForLifePodcast #FitnessMyths #GetToned #MuscleBuilding #FatLoss

In the second installment of the interviews, Angus interviews Graham this week. They discuss Graham’s childhood in Lancashire, and the series of personal reinventions/growth as he moved to London, then Singapore, Hong Kong and back to the UK. Meeting Angus 7 years ago and the impact that has had on him mentally and well as physically is contextualised against that history.

In this special episode, Graham interviews Angus. He finally answers the question that seems to follow him everywhere, which is whether he is actually part of the Warburton family. He reflects on growing up around the bakery world, including the surreal moments of seeing his father on television in adverts with Kermit The Frog and Robert De Niro. Angus also opens up about how boarding school shape...

Angus & Graham discuss dopamine. They describe how it works, why it makes you feel good and how to maximise your dopamine surges during exercise. They also compare it to such surges that are caused artificially by drugs. Social connection, cold water, goal setting, music and achieving any small wins can also give you dopamine surges. Angus points out that Graham’s music-inspired dopamine surge...

Angus & Graham discuss going from zero to hero in fitness and weight training. How do you create momentum from zero? They also discuss Graham’s new hat! Training is all about steady progress built on discipline, patience, and self-belief. It starts with understanding that everyone begins somewhere, focusing on proper technique, manageable weights, and consistent training rather than quick resu...

Graham & Angus describe how many people ignore a core aspect of fitness: Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT). You burn far more calories through NEAT when you move consistently throughout the day than you do in a single hour at the gym. Standing, walking, fidgeting, and household tasks all add up, keeping your metabolism elevated for longer than a short workout can. People with higher N...

Angus & Graham discuss the nuances of selecting a training partner. Focus on symbiotic goals and a positive attitude. They describe their own relationship and how it’s developed over time. The choice of gym buddy can have a significant impact on both your growth and also your mindset in the gym, so think about it carefully. Graham notes that for mental health, it can also be valuable to train...

After a discussion of the incredible gym set up at Angus’ recent Greek holiday with his fiancé, Graham & Angus discuss maintaining training motivation during the winter months. They point out the immunity benefits of resistance training and explain how they each set up systems to ensure their routines remain on track. Lift For Life ◼️Follow Lift For Life - https://bit.ly/4nYt6yA ◼️Follow Angus...

In the first episode of the Lift For Life podcast’s new YouTube phase, Angus & Graham debate gym etiquette. They agree on many things, but Angus suggests that some of G-Dog’s foibles are “a generational thing” which predictably riles Graham! Lift For Life ◼️Follow Lift For Life - https://bit.ly/4nYt6yA ◼️Follow Angus - https://bit.ly/3KQKDdq ◼️Follow Graham - https://bit.ly/4n8nKQ3

Graham & Angus examine research showing that couples who both have exercise regimes - together or separately- enjoy better adherence, mood, and relationship quality. They describe their own experiences and draw on scientific studies. Focusing on your partner’s goals, and keeping sessions supportive can foster motivation. They debate how the motivations of men and women may differ. Overall, the...

Graham & Angus discuss pilates. From the extraordinary upbringing and First World War story of the man who created it, to the many modern variations. They discuss Dua Lipa’s obsession with it, and Graham’s tricky first experience. It’s a phenomenal accompaniment to a weight-training regime, but don’t jump into a big advanced group session without proper coaching first.

Graham and Angus uncover the single shift that completely changed the way they train, think, and live. They break down how it took them from frustration and inconsistency to clarity and real results, why it unlocked levels of strength and confidence they never thought possible, and why so many people overlook it. This isn’t another fad or quick fix — it’s the foundation that transformed their enti...

Graham and Angus discuss why it’s never too late to start weight training, showing how even in your 80s and 90s you can build muscle, strength, and independence. They explore how lifting reverses age-related muscle loss, strengthens bones, boosts energy, sharpens the mind, and even supports a more youthful appearance, with benefits that include improved circulation, collagen production, and skin e...

Graham & Angus break down how to stop cheat meals, rest days, and nights out from undoing your hard work. Discover the 80:20 approach to fitness, smarter choices when eating or drinking, and why daily movement matters more than perfection.

Angus and Graham met 7 years ago this week. Angus uses the moment to interview Graham about what he has learnt, how he has changed, and most importantly, how he juggles his career and his fitness regime. In reality, Graham tells him that this journey has enhanced his career.

When Graham and Angus were in Cornwall recently, Graham refused to eat his steak without red wine. In this episode, they debate the science and history of the pairing. Whilst Angus is ambivalent, Graham ups the ante and suggests that it’s also important to pair the source of the meat with the terroir of the wine.

Angus & I discuss the importance of your morning routine. They are surprised at the bizarre processes of some social media influencers, so instead cite examples from leaders like Jamie Dimon, Tim Cook, and Mary Barra of JP Morgan, Apple and GM, which show that structured mornings build focus, discipline, health, and reliability. Irregular routines such as Winston Churchill’s and Elon Musk’s il...

Graham interviews Angus about his recent engagement to Izzy and the weekend Graham & Angus had in Cornwall to celebrate it. They discuss the build up, the hip mobility involved in the engagement process itself, the choice of location, plans for the stag and wedding - and the importance of exercise in all romantic relationships.

Angus & Graham discuss magnesium. Researching this has caused them both to start supplementing it. A surprisingly large number of people are deficient due to poor diet, stress, ageing, or certain medications. The body cannot produce it so it needs to be injested via nutrition or supplementation. Deficiency can cause cramps, fatigue, anxiety, or poor sleep. It is a vital mineral needed for over...

Graham & Angus dig deep into how people miscalculate their calorie intake. You can put-train a “bad” diet. Not all calories are equal—protein helps retain muscle and reduce fat storage, while sugar promotes fat gain when overeaten. A calorie deficit means you’re eating fewer calories than you burn. Signs include steady weight loss, reduced measurements, looser clothes, and increased hunger or...